Sweet Bead Studio — Handcrafted jewelry by Cindy Wimmer

The days until Halloween are numbered. By the time I post this, Halloween will be TOMORROW! The kids are so excited. One of the things that I enjoy are all of the handcrafted ways to celebrate this holiday. Since we are all in the Halloween spirit by now, I just thought I’d share a few happily handmade finds.

First, sweet treats. These were enjoyed by my son’s Kindergarten class last week.

Next up are some incredible porcelain beads by an artist named Joan Miller. The detailed silver components that really make the difference are by Penny Michelle. What a great collaboration.

Here’s a cute sculptural lampwork glass bead by StudioMarcy: girl with a pumpkin hat. For when an ordinary witch’s hat just won’t do.

Pumpkin Hat Lampwork Glass Focal Bead by StudioMarcy

This set is called “Skull Closet” by PalmTreeQueen. What a silly bunch. Have you ever seen a skull with a rose garland on it’s head?

Wow…I found the sweetest paintings, this one is entitled “the gang in disguise”. You just have to visit Creative Thursday’s website for more. Now I’ll need to go back and get on Marisa’s mailing list…

the gang in disguise LIMITED EDITION

Here’s a little something warm and woolly: a knit cuff by TickledPinkKnits.

More to come soon……

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If you’re addicted to designing jewelry, you may have already heard of BeadingDaily. Beading Daily is a new beading community e-newsletter with loads of great information. I usually do a quick glance through their email articles, but today one really caught my attention. I was taken to the “A little something” blog written by ESL teachers who, together with volunteers, are making a difference in the lives of refugee women in Denver, CO. Beads are actually making a difference in these women’s lives. The women meet regularly in an effort to learn new skills, self-sufficiency, and to learn a craft which they then sell. What a great idea! I was especially touched by the story of a 53 year old woman whose family has fled Iraq, and is now starting a new life here in the United States. You can read how this program has made an impact recently on her life here. This really puts things in perspective.

I know I have mentioned that I like to give my extra beads to the boys to make their own treasures. Now I know a great place to send spare beads! Maybe you have extra beads too that you are not using. Why not send them to this women’s group ~ a Wish List as well as a mailing address is on the site’s home page.

Have a great weekend!

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