The Makings Of Beads by Clare Scott.....

Peace

2011-09-30T17:10:00.007+01:00

SO! First and foremost,

BEADS!

Orders have been coming in thick and fast, I guess now it`s the run up to Christmas.

If I`m not adding new designs to my Website & Etsy shop I`m working on orders, so don`t forget about me ok!

Website - http://www.beadsbyclarescott.co.uk

my Etsy Shop - http://www.etsy.com/shop/craftyclare

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Beads-by-Clare-Scott-Lampwork-Glass-Bead-Boutique/152885299160

Facebook Fanpage currently stands at 1,518 likers! yippeee! =)

The past few weeks have been pretty hectic to say the least, cool, but busy.

I was asked by Ben Potter, from Ben Potter Birds of Prey Displays & Shows,

http://www.birdofpreydisplays.co.uk

if I could take some photos for his website and advertising.

Obviously I jumped at the chance to have eagles

and falcons flying full pelt at me, landing just inches from my head.

Defo up for that!

It was the best few days (I am a bird geek). Really enjoyed it. Cheers guys. lol@youall.com

It looks like Bens team have finished touring this year, but do check their diary for next year... the shows will be even more amazing next year!

Squires Biker Cafe

Squires Bikers Cafe had their Annual Show. I was there for the weekend photographing bikers and their bikes.. I was taken for a rideon one, with a far from sober biker, ha! It was this beautiful red Triumph rocket 3 below...

I met Mark Gowlett there, Owner of REV'DUP Polish Professional Motorcycle Cleaning Products.

Check out his website - http://revdup.org.uk or facebook fanpage - http://www.facebook.com/revdup.polish

The customer Gallery is full of sparkly bikes that have just been given the 'Rev'dup' treatment!

My love of Motorsport has grown stronger since last weekend... guess what?!

If everything goes to plan I might be going over to photograph the Isle of Man TT next year! how exciting is that!!

Check out Moggy and Pikey on their Captain Americas!

If anyone knows of anyone in the motorsport world.. Bikes / Touring Cars / rally / F1 (hmmmm now that WOULD be awesome!) etc let me know, pretty please! I would LOVE to.

It reminded me of trogging down to watch the Lombard RAC Rally and Hillclimbs all those years ago, the few days my Dad was around to take us out ha ha! I guess theres a few things I have to thank him for.

I`ve also been playing with some pretty cool photographic techniques that make my photos look like paintings. I visited Plumpton and Brimham rocks, took a few piccies and tadah! this is what I achieved...

www.photographybyclarescott.co.uk

Yorkshire Sculpture Park

I recently visited YSP to see Jaume Plensas Exhibition. Men covered in letters from the alphabet. Its like an English Literature Teachers dream.

I love Barbara Hepworths sculptures.

The End.

I hope you have a lovely weekend,

Love and bye,

Clare x

Otley Show 2011

2011-05-22T12:24:00.001+01:00

Yesterday I went to Otley agricultural show with some of my friends. It was such a fab day, the Birds of Prey team were there, which is the main reason why I went.

http://www.birdsofpreydisplays.co.uk/

The show the lads put on was absolutely brilliant!

I think the star of the show was the black kite. He was awesome! When he was flying around, he was mobbed by two arctic terns! they looked liked angry little angels!! Anyway, Benji stuck a chicks leg in his mouth, the kite swooped down to grab it out of his mouth! I can`t quite believe I managed this shot!!

Gyr Falcon didn`t fail to impress us all.... until he flew up into a tree and wouldn`t come down!

Jerry the Eagle Owl was so vocal, answering Benjis questions with a sqwalk! It was too windy for him. He was blown off course onto a nearby house roof and had to be retrieved. Bless!

In the time it took Joe to retrieve Jerry, Benji let the Barn Owl fly around for a little while. He is so well trained... he found a few perches on some lucky kids gloves.

I met an ultra talented artist called Nolan Stacey. He draws in pencil.

There was a print of a Golden Eagle he`d done, I really really wanted. It was incredible.

His Hare drawings we amazing too. He managed to capture that wildy look in his eye. Check him out here, and you`ll see what I mean - http://www.nolonstacey.com/

There was crazy New Zealander sheep shearer there too he was sooo funny, a little bit obsessed with sheep... if you know what I mean.
He trained his sheep to dance. He was nuts!! I forgot the link to his website, but I captured it on video, so I can watch it over and over again... haha!

The pygmy goats and ferrets were so cute too, if a little stinky!

Hope you have a lovely Sunday!

Love,

Clare x

Bird Of Prey Workshop with Paul Miguel

2011-05-18T16:14:00.000+01:00

On Saturday I headed over to Masham for one of Paul Miguels Bird Of Prey Photography Workshops.

http://www.paulmiguel.com/PaulMiguel/birdsofpreyphotographycoursesyorkshire.htm

Luckily the weather forcasters were wrong, instead of gloomy dullness and showers there were sunny intervals and really good light!

Luck was definately on our side.

I was completely blown away by the absolutely stunning birds. There was an Eagle Owl, Long Eared Owl, Little Owl, Barn Owl and Gyr Falcon.

My favourites were the Eagle Owl and Gyr Falcon. It was amazing to b eable to get so close to these birds... I even managed a sneaky stroke of the Eagle Owl.. he was so gorgeous!!

If you can get over for one of these workshops held by Paul Miguel you won`t be disappointed. A yummy lunch was prepared too!

I`d go one one every day if I could!

I have attached a few piccies from the day, I hope you like them.

The birds are from from Ben Potters Birds of Prey and Displays ~ check him out here. http://www.birdsofpreydisplays.co.uk/flyingdisplays.html

The birds and the beads....

2011-03-16T21:54:00.000Z

Well, things seem to be coming along swimmingly here in beadworld. Beads keep falling off mandrels... birds keep flying past my camera, so I guess things are on the up! I`m so looking forward to spring

I`m offering 10% discount on beady purchases over £30, with free shipping... who could possibly pass that up?!

The lovely Kaz at cheeky cherub designs asked me to test out some of her murrini... I think I`m a little bit in love with these beadies.

They are made with her 'Firestarter' Murrini.

I called them Volcanic Shores.

These are made with her 'Pansies' Murrini.

I call them 'Botany Springs'

Silver Turquoise Seas Nuggets

Tresco

Thought you might like to see a few Red Kite shot I`ve recently taken... Flickr group BBC Springwatch made one favourite again... yay!

Hope you are having a great week.

Lots of Love,

Clare x

Valentines Day Discount! 10% off all bead purchases on my website & etsy =) ♥

2011-02-14T13:23:00.000Z

Happy Valentines day to all my lovely beady friends!

Hope you have a great day,

Lots of Love,

Clare x

Belated Happy New Year!

2011-01-12T17:14:00.001Z

Happy New Year everyone! So sorry it has taken me so long to post on my blog, but I`ve ben soooo busy with beady orders... not that I`m complaining in the slightest. It is actually my most favourite thing to do in the whole world, and my customers are so lovely too... could life get any better?!

I have some very exciting news...

Jess Humphrey (www.jessaminedesigns.co.uk) has written a necklace tutorial which

has been published in Februarys 'Making Jewellery' Magazine.

The beads below are featured in the magazine.

Thankyou Jess x

Beads are available to purchase through my website
www.beadsbyclarescott.co.uk

or, through my etsy shoppe
http://www.etsy.com/shop/craftyclare

Also,

20% OFF BEADS! WHILE STOCKS LAST!

I am feeling a bit of a Spring clean coming on, so I`ve decided to offer 20% off 'Available Beads' & 'Destash' beads... excluding Aquamarine Continuum as I`ve just put them up on the site.

And,

I am putting together a 'Catalogue' of all 'made to order' beads. It will be in the form of a PDF document, so if you would like a copy sending, please let me know by emailing me at claredscott@hotmail.com

I think that is all....

Before I go, I thought you might like to have a look at some of the photos I have taken over the Festive period, so here you go...

A frosty looking Waxwing

Low flying Swan

Ooops, nearly forgot, I took some promo shots for Jack, and Gill`s Daughter, a Leeds based band.

Check them out here... http://www.myspace.com/jackandgill39sdaughter

They really are very, very good... come back soon! I miss you guys xx

If I`ve missed anything, I`ll be back, shortly...

Until then.

Keep warm, stay healthy.

Clare x

Photography by Clare Scott

2010-12-04T15:57:00.002Z

As you may already know I have recently taken up photography. This week has been such a good week photograpy-wise I just had to tell you all...

Firstly, one of my photos made it onto the 8th episode of BBC Autumnwatch Unsprung. The photograph they showed was the one above.... an Angle Shades Moth.

Secondly, I have recently joined a local Photography club. I entered the competition last Monday night... and came away with three firsts! I couldn`t believe it... a hat trick =)

Thirdly, I have launched my photography website

http://www.photographybyclarescott.co.uk

There are a number of Galleries where you can see my nature photography.

Most of them are available to purchase.

Prints start from £3.50 for a 3.5"x2.5" print... they would make a great Christmas present for all wildlife lovers.

If you would like any more information regarding my work, please don`t hesitate to contact me by email

claredscott@hotmail.com

I hope you are keeping warm on these wintery days.

Take good care,

Clare x

De-stash Mountain

2010-11-03T14:12:00.001Z

Well, some of you may know by now that my car is poorly... so...

I have just added heaps of beads into my De-stash shop to help pay for it.

De-stash Shop

Thankyou to everyone that has already bought some... it`s a great help.

Lots of Love,

Clare xx

10% OFF!

2010-11-02T13:48:00.000Z

This includes purchases from

My Website

Etsy

Artfire

Clare

New beadies!

2010-11-01T17:31:00.000Z

Just to let you know I have added some beads to Etsy and Artfire today...

They can also be seen on my website, but I know some people favour these outlets, so here they are...

Hope you like them!

Thanks,

Clare x

Links, Links and more links!

2010-10-16T18:48:00.001+01:00

I have just arrived back from a few days away visiting my Grandad over on Anglesey with my sister and her new baby Isabella. We are well rested (and well fed!) and ready to get back to the torch tomorrow... I do miss it when I`m away.

There have been a few changes in the world of 'Beads by Clare Scott' over the past few months. I thought I`d give you links to all things 'Beads by Clare Scott' - your one stop reference point!

I have decided to open an outlet for 'made to order' beads on my website. Sometimes it is pretty hard going creating new designs all the time... so I decided to make past designs available. They can be seen here...

http://www.beadsbyclarescott.co.uk/page7.htm

http://www.beadsbyclarescott.co.uk/page6.htm

Please remember if there are ever any sets from the past you would like, just drop me a line and I`ll see what I can do. Some beads are one offs, bt some I can re-make. Obviously they won`t be exactly the same, handcrafted art never is... but I`m sure you wouln`t want that anyway...

Ok, next in line is my Artfire shop! It is very much like Etsy. Keep your eye out for discounts on the right hand side of my shop page.

Artfire - http://www.artfire.com/users/BeadsbyClareScott

Etsy - http://www.etsy.com/shop/craftyclare

I`m so excited to tell you about my latest endeavour.... Photography.

I am having so much fun with my new camera. I absolutely adore being outside, taking pictures of all things nature.

I have just joined a local Camera Club, where I entered six photographs into their Club Competition. I was astonished to find my photographs had won 10th, 6th and 3rd (out of 80 photographs) in the 'General' Category. In the A3 Size Category, my photograph won 3rd place (out of 18 photographs). In the Black and White Category, my photograph won 3rd place (out of 30 photographs).... and last but not least I won 2nd place in the 'Projected Image' Category.

Beginners luck I reckon!

You can see some of my photographs here -

On my Flickr Photostream - http://www.flickr.com/photos/23484072@N03/

On My Facebook Fanpage - http://www.facebook.com/pages/Clare-Scott-Photography/107424845981180

My new Summer/Autumn Collection 2010 is available to purchase here -http://www.beadsbyclarescott.co.uk/page13.htm

A few other links for you -

My Blog

http://beadsbyclarescott.blogspot.com/

If you are on Facebook, please feel free to add me as a friend, I`m trying to wean myself off though...!!

http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1425842704

Facebook Beads Fanpage

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Beads-by-Clare-Scott-Lampwork-Glass-Bead-Boutique/152885299160

I hope I haven`t bombarded you with too much information....

I hope you have a lovely weekend, thanks for reading,

Love,

Clare

claredscott@hotmail.com

Stone-Age beads....

2010-09-25T18:37:00.002+01:00

Two blog updates in two day?!

That`s virtually unheard of in these parts.

Well, I`ve just been so busy thinking up new beadies for you, I thought you`d want to see them!

This set has to be a favourite of mine, I love the way dark silver plum reacts in certain temperatures... the peacock, oil slick colours are amazing.

I have named them 'Primitive'

Someone commented on my beads today - they said

'your work is so natural and flowing(organic)'

I was soooo happy! I just love the outdoors, and if this can be seen in my beads, that is wonderful.

These beads are called 'Indigenous'.

They are made with the same glass as the ones above...

Some more beautifully organic beads...

'Rivers of Babylon'

And last, but not least...

'Enchanted Forest'

Just like the pillows I made the other day, but in nugget form.

I hope you have enjoyed looking at my beadies.

Have a great weekend,

Clare

Enchanted Forest

2010-09-24T13:21:00.001+01:00

I walked through a field the other day and noticed a disused, overgrown wooden bridge over the ditch... I walked over it into a beautiful secret wooded area.... the light falling through the trees, so calm.. just me, and lots of cobwebs.

This inspired me to make these beads I have entitled

'Enchanted Forest'

A few more sets to show you this week...

Fleur de la perle

Océan de bleu

Mer D'Or

Hope you like them.

Though I`d show you a few of my nature snaps from this week...

I found this cute little enchanted toadstool... such a beautiful deep red!

Hope you have a lovely weekend,

Clare

£10 / $16 DISCOUNT ON ORDERS OVER £60/$94.

2010-09-16T08:44:00.000+01:00

... be quick, it`s for one week only!

Offer applies to all beads on my website, Etsy, folksy, Artfire...

Discount will be refunded after checkout.

(Only because I don`t know how to do Paypal codes!)

Offer ends 22nd September 2010 at 00.00 GMT

The Organic Pantry Nature Walk

2010-09-14T20:07:00.002+01:00

Yesterday I was invited to join a Nature walk around The Organic Pantry, located at St. Helens Farm, Newton Kyme, Near Tadcaster, North Yorkshire.

St Helens Farm consists of 273 acres of mixed cropping.

Situated between Tadcaster and Boston Spa the soil type is very much limestone based. The upside of that is that the soil is free draining the downside is the there is constantly rock and stones coming to the surface.

The farm runs down to the River Wharfe. A 20 acre Ings field which is in the Countryside Stewardship provides a habitat for no less than 54 species of birds.

The walk was lead by Mark, who works at the farm (is the keenest twitcher I know)... and his boss Jonnie Watson who informed us about the farm history and the interesting finds on his fields... a Roman bead, brooch, flint dagger, lots of coins, roof tiles etc... but the most interesting part for me, was of course, the nature.

The walk was intended for the customers of the Organic Pantry, I came along to take piccies and carry binocs and books... all good fun.

During the walk we managed to spot a kestrel sitting on a post, a magpies nest, a Comma and Tortoiseshell butterfly, a Crow having a dog-fight with a Sparrowhawk, a jay, a few Kingfishers, a buzzard, a Speckled Wood butterfly to name a few....

It was so great to be out in the fresh air.
What better way to spend your Sunday morning?

For more information about The Organic Pantry click here - http://www.theorganicpantry.co.uk/

~ Today`s news ~

I went out for a walk to my usual 'butterfly patch this afternoon... there was a new kid on the block.... a COMMON BLUE! Awesome. He`s a shy one... but I managed to get grab this shot.

...and not forgetting the real purpose of my blog... BEADS!!

I have some new beadies needing a good home,

I think I`m into swirls at the mo. Don`t you?!

I`ve updated my website

http://www.beadsbyclarescott.co.uk

or, if you prefer Etsy,

http://www.etsy.com/shop/craftyclare

....any questions, please contact me at claredscott@hotmail.com

Thanks for stopping by,

Clare x

FIRE DIVAS!!!

2010-09-09T20:34:00.004+01:00

I am the first UK Fire Diva!

About Fire Divas:

Fire Divas is a group of dedicated artisan flameworkers who have come together to promote our work in handmade lampworked beads, glass sculpture and lampworked glass jewelry.
Each item listed by our group is a unique example of a craft that originated in ancient times and became a true art form in 14th century Italy.
Using only a gas flame, reaching temperatures far in excess of 1,000°F, with just rods of colored glass and our own skill and imagination, we turn an everyday material into enduring treasures. All of us take pride in our work and carefully anneal and clean every piece before it is listed for sale so you are assured of buying only the best.

Mission:

Our Members share their knowledge, experience, and inspiration freely with a goal to create world-class works of art in a variety of styles, forms, and price levels. The people involved range from relative newcomers in this exciting medium to well-known artists with worldwide reputations – each at our own level on the never-ending journey toward perfection. We offer you immense variety, imagination, and originality in all our members’ work.

x

Fire Divas have a Fanpage on Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/FireDivas

A blog - http://firedivas.blogspot.com/

You can find Fire Divas beads on Etsy and Artfire - tagged with 'Fire Divas'
http://www.etsy.com/search_results.php?search_type=handmade&search_query=FIRE+DIVAS+TEAM

Why not check us out!

Borosilicate Madness!

2010-09-08T18:48:00.001+01:00

I grabbed my borosilicate rods and frit... look what happened...!!

I`m sooooo pleased with how they turned out. I just love the organic-ness of boro glass....

I have been out in the wilds again.... can you tell?!!

I came across this beautiful Brown Argus and Small Copper...

I`m just about to pop out for another walk, it`s such a beautiful evening here. Hope yours is too.

Lots of Love,

Clare x

Nature Photos

2010-08-19T14:02:00.000+01:00

I have always dreamt of owning a really nice camera.

Over the past few weeks I have been researching into which one I should buy.

I recently took the plunge and bought a fantastic Canon camera, with an awesome dedicated Macro lens.

All I can say is that it is the BEST thing I have ever bought!

I thought you might like to see a few piccies I have taken.

I have been asked by a few people if they could buy a print or two, so I have decided to put them on my website, etsy and folksy...

http://www.beadsbyclarescott.co.uk/page9.htm

http://www.etsy.com/shop/craftyclare

http://www.folksy.com/shops/BeadsbyClareScott

Thanks so much for looking, really hope you like them!

Clare x

Just a little something I`d like to say...

2010-08-02T11:38:00.001+01:00

SUMMER OFFER - £10 / $16 DISCOUNT ON ORDERS OVER £65/$103

This discount applies to both Website and Etsy purchases.

Well, if the sun isn`t shining for you, I`m going to put a little light in your life!

Hope you have had a lovely weekend.

Clare xx

Summers Continuum

2010-06-27T22:32:00.000+01:00

Today was the HOTTEST day this year... and don`t we know it!! I stayed in most of the day cleaning out beads, photographing beads, uploading piccies of beads, sorting, packing orders etc etc! Faaaar too hot for me! :)

Just thought I`d show you a few piccies. I know it`s late, but I`ve had a really good day... I don`t want it to end. I have realised, even if I`m busy with the beads it doesn`t compare to the stressed feeling I was getting in full time employment. Even though I work ten times more hours a week! Ah well, I don`t know what I would do without my beadies to keep me occupied, I really don`t.

Sleep tight,

Clare x

1000 fans! Amazing :)

2010-06-17T17:22:00.000+01:00

Are you on Facebook?

My 'Fanpage' just reached 1,000 fans! I cannot believe it!
As a big thankyou I`m giving away a pair of my 'Mosaic beads.

Click on the link below for details :)

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Beads-by-Clare-Scott-Lampwork-Glass-Bead-Boutique/152885299160?ref=ts

- x -

I`ve been sooooo busy over the past few days, I`ve allowed myself the afternoon off. I`ve been for a stroll with my Sister, her new baby and my Brother. We saw some cygnets on the lake... sooo cute. As for the Goldfinches in the garden, I just can`t keep up with them! I have to fill the feeder everyday!! This could get expensive!!

A few beads sets I have made over the past few days - hope you like them!

Clare x

Wednesdays beadies....

2010-06-09T14:55:00.000+01:00

Happy Wednesday!

Are you having a good day? It`s pretty damp and miserable here, however, that is not going to stop me making my beadies!

A few beads to show you... see what you think.

Oh yes - I bought a Niger seed feeder for the Gold finches the other day.... only took them a day to find it! now when I look out of the contervatory I can see them feeding :) a Red Kite flew over the house, a Great Tit and his babies came to the bird table, Coal tits, blackbirds, and the usual sparrows were out in force! I`m so lucky to have them visit.

Love,

Clare x

Mosaic Beads - so excited to show you...

2010-06-07T20:56:00.001+01:00

I am so excited to show you what fell off my mandrel this weekend! I never in a million years thought I could produce anything like these beads.

Even I think they are beautiful...

So I decided to make a pair to try out my new technique in a different reactive silver glass.

Oh yes.... and not forgetting the anemones!!

Thankyou for looking,

Clare x

Yep, you guessed it....

2010-05-26T20:57:00.000+01:00

....more Rockpools!! I mean seriously, how much fun can a girl have with her Anemones?!!

Hope you like them!

Love,

Clare x

Rockpools forever ....

2010-05-16T19:30:00.000+01:00

After having so much fun with my anemones, I decided to try my 'Rockpool' beads in different colours and challenged myself to make a full set - I can woohoo! The possibilities are endless :)

Hope you have had a great weekend.

Lots of Love,

Clare x

Beads from the Seashore....

2010-05-09T21:39:00.000+01:00

Well, I haven`t been on here for a while have I?

Some BIG news... for those of you who don`t know... my sister had a baby four weeks ago! Little Isabella Chloe Jane entered this world in the early hours of the 8th April. Mum and baby are thriving. She is lovely... such a cutie, just like her Auntie! haha! :D

Ok, so this isn`t a Mothers and Toddlers blog, this is a very professional artisan lampwork glass bead makers blog! So back to beads!!

A few weeks ago I ordered some Murrini. They arrived yesterday! Wahoo! Well, it would have been rude not to try them out wouldn`t it! So here you go... a few piccies for your perusal :)

Spring is definately here!

2010-04-07T16:37:00.000+01:00

I have seen the first House Martin of the year today! So exciting.... he flew straight past me, then perched on a telephone wire for a while watching the world go by.... hopefully waiting for his friends to return! Exciting!

I would like to show you some beads I have been making in the new wavey shape, which you seem to like lots too!

Hope you had a good Easter break.

Lots of Love,

Clare x

New Shapes!

2010-04-01T18:30:00.000+01:00

Today I have been feeling a bit drained... probably because I have a bit of a bug I just can`t shake... so I decided to have an 'admin' day.

I guess it`s good to have a bit of a rest sometimes.

I have been sorting out/rearranging/general tidying of my etsy shop into 'made to order' , 'ready to go' , 'destash' and 'focal' sections.

http://www.etsy.com/shop/craftyclare

Thought you might like to see these beadies.... what do they remind you of?

Collective Auction for Haiti

2010-02-09T22:36:00.001Z

The Lovely Mel Poxon from Kookie Designs is co-ordinating a

Collective Auction. The proceeds of which are going to the Oxfam Haiti Earthquake Appeal

Please see the link below for more information:

http://kookiedesigns.web.officelive.com/collectivecharity.aspx

A few more pics of recent beadies I have made....

Hope you like them....

Clare xx

Happy New Year!

2010-01-08T23:34:00.000Z

Well, we are now in January 2010! Feels so wierd typing 2010... but I like it!!

Hope you had a fantastic Christmas and continue to have a sucessful year.

Of course I have some new beadies to show you...

They can be found at the usual places...

Take care and keep warm!

Clare x

Charity Auction

2009-11-03T19:26:00.002Z

The auction is over and we have raised a whopping £ 405.33 which is going to be split between the two charities - wonderful news!

Another Auction will be held in the New Year. If you are a Lampworker or a Jewellery Designer and would like to donate something, please contact Mel Poxon at

mel.poxy@btopenworld.com

Thankyou,

Clare x

Charity Auction

2009-10-24T10:45:00.001+01:00

Hello Lovely People

I am absolutely delighted to bring you The Collective charity auction. Every penny bid will go directly to the 2 chosen charities Headway and Royal Free Hospital Kidney Patients Association.

There are some amazing auction lots available with jewellery from Veryan of Beady Pool, Beverley Hicklin, Mel at Kookie Designs, Ray Skene, Kristin of KS Jewellery Designs, Izzy of Flame and Glass, Kelly of Kebo Jewellery, and beads from: Laura Sparling, Tina Scott, Emma Ralph, Mindy of Moogin, Cheeky Cherubs and finally Pixie Willow Designs. We also have 2, yes 2 sets of Mini Moo business card that the lovely Moo people have donated.

Plus there is an auction lot that is a collaboration between myself and Mel Poxon - bracelet with matching earrings.

Please do take a look at The Charity Auction page and bid, bid, bid. The auction will open on Saturday October 24^th at 10:00am GMT and closes on Monday November 2^nd at 8:30pm GMT. If you have a moment please do pass this e-mail on to anyone who may be looking to buy some amazing bespoke jewellery or beads, or anyone looking to buy you a present

Thank you for your continued support of Kookie Designs and happy bidding.

Take great care and have a great half term

Etsy Oooooops!

2009-10-12T21:10:00.000+01:00

I have just though......hmmmm, I haven't actually told you about my ETSY SHOP!

What was I thinking!!

I have so many emails come through from my lovely customers to see if I can re-make beads they have seen on my Flickr photosteam... usually the answer is yes, (sometimes my beads are one-of-a-kind) so I had a brainwave..... open an Etsy Shop!!

I have a few sales under my belt now... and best of all happy customers!! So far so good :)

Don`t know why I didn`t do it sooner... hmmmm......

Enjoy!

Clare x

Stormin' beads revisited.... (love them!!)

2009-10-06T23:32:00.000+01:00

Stormin' beads!

2009-10-04T22:08:00.001+01:00

I purchased a tutortial the other day. It`s wonderful! I can see me having lots of fun!!

'Aquilus'

'Naso'

'Eboracum'

'Spartacus'

I hope you like them too :)

Clare x

Introducing Anyis

2009-09-30T18:43:00.000+01:00

My silver tube (finally) arrived... woohoo!

Look what I made... she`s bootiful if I do say so myself. My first smaller silver core. Her core is 5mm... just right for Pandora or Troll bracelets.

Hope you like her too.

Also today,

'Koro'

Thankyou for looking,

Clare x

Beads of 29.9.09

2009-09-30T00:37:00.000+01:00

'Amazon'

Beautiful nuggety pebbley sea green organic beadies.

'Monsoon'

Deep turquoise and plum beads decorated with my reactive silver glass shards.

'Iced Lily Trio'

Wahooo! I made another one! Love these little flowery beads. They make me happy.

Oh yes, I have been creating these beads for this bracelet - they are not silver cored - I`m waiting for my silver - hopefully it`ll be here soon!

Hope you like my offerings for today :)

Clare x

Destash Saturday

2009-09-26T19:06:00.003+01:00

I looked at my little orphan beadies last night and thought.... 'you need new homes...!'

So here they are... (with truly original names!)

Random Assortment I

Random Assortment II

Orphan Set

If you would like to rehome a set please take a look at http://www.beadsbyclarescott.co.uk/page9.htm

Have a good weekend!

Clare x

Iced Lily Listing on ebay - finishes tonight at 20.02!

2009-09-23T10:40:00.001+01:00

Just thought I`d let you know the 'Iced Lily' bead set ends tonight.

Go to listing

Thankyou for looking!

1st Wedding Fair!

2009-09-20T11:33:00.005+01:00

I am blogging from my first Wedding Fair....eeek! don`t know how it`s going to go but hey, nothing ventured, nothing gained.

I`ve set everything up... turned my laptop on and started blogging! (I can`t leave my computer alone for a minute) I just have to wait for the customers who will be arriving at 11am.

The aim of today is to promote my 'Champagne Jewellery' range.

Glass bead jewellery created from your recycled Champagne bottle.

Just send your bottle to me so I can transform it into a special gift for your loved one.

Any glass bottle can be used - the colour of the bottle dictates the colour of your jewellery.

Commemorative earrings, Charm Braclelet, Cufflinks...

www.clarescott.co.uk

Iced Lily

2009-09-14T18:23:00.001+01:00

I am always trying to challenge myself with new techiques & ideas. My last challenge was to use my own blown shards (and use them effectively) in my work.

I think/hope I have succeeded. The next challenge is using Murrini in my work. Making them is a little above me at the mo!
Murrine are little pieces/slabs of glass containing anything from a fish, to a face to a heart.

The one I chose are gorgeous little lilies, and here is what I made:

I will continue experimenting and let you know how I get on.

Shimmery beads of 11.9.09

2009-09-11T22:52:00.001+01:00

Well, my order arrived yesterday in this state.

As you can imagine I was a little peeved to say the least. I took this pic to send to the supplier (who will remain nameless - they are replacing the broken rods - but only the ones that are broken in more pieces than two!!!!! Suppose I can melt the halves together, but it`s a bit of a hassle... I have a thing for fresh new WHOLE rods....)

Anyway.... I had a little play and I really like what happened :)

Beads of 9.9.09....

2009-09-09T11:00:00.000+01:00

'Continuum'

Super pleased at how these turned out! The colours just pop!

'Honey Drizzle'

'Lumina'

'Lilith'

Beads added over the past few days....

2009-09-08T18:52:00.004+01:00

'Metamorphosis' - created entirely from reactive silver glass. They have to be one of my favourite bead sets of all time.

' Ceasg' - meaning Scottish Mermaid.
With these beads I experimented with transparent glass, fine silver and deep aqua frit - I really like how they came out!

'Phoenix' - transparent pinky base decorated with my blown reactive glass shards.

'Seldom'- transparent light blue glass decorated with my blown reactive silver glass shards.

'Ethereal' beads

2009-08-14T15:58:00.004+01:00

I am taking orders for the 'Ethereal' beads that are presently featured on the front page of Septembers 'Beads & Beyond' magazine. (see below)

They are £24 for a set of eight.
If you would prefer a smaller or larger quantity, larger or smaller in size, please let me know.
claredscott@hotmail.com

The waiting list is very approximately one week at the mo....

Thankyou,

Clare x

Beads and Beyond Feature

2009-08-09T11:06:00.004+01:00

My beads have been featured on the front cover of 'Beads and Beyond' magazine in Eve Smith`s 'Eternal Beauty' necklace - they are the turquoisey shard ('Ethereal') beads below.

Thankyou Eve so much for you hard work.

You can see Eve`s beautiful designs on her website - www.jemsdirect.co.uk

Oh dear.....

2009-08-05T12:13:00.004+01:00

The clutch has gone in my boyfriend`s car and it`s going to be expensive.... something to do with a dual mast fly wheel or something or other! Boooo :(

So, I have added lots of beads to the Destash! bead page to help pay for it. Once the're gone, they`re gone!

P.S I seem to be having a few glitches with my email... so if you have sent me any messages, I am not ignoring you - please resend them :)

Thankyou,

Clare x

Featured Artist

2009-08-03T13:59:00.003+01:00

I had an exciting email from Lesley Lake (www.eleljewellery.co.uk) this morning to say that we have been selected as 'Featured Artists' on Beaders showcase along with four other artists.

Apparently selection is based on members ratings of the photos you upload.
It is lovely to know my work is actively appreciated.

You can view the site here - www.beadersshowcase.com

Beads from the bead press....

2009-08-02T15:24:00.005+01:00

Ok, so I promised I would post some pics of the beads I created with the new bead press called 'Links' from
Mike`s Brass for Glass - www.mikesbrassforglass.com

It is a 4 - in - 1 bead press. Meaning you can create four different shaped beads in just one tool. Clever huh?!

If you use all the shapes, you can make a set of beads that fit together - I have never seen anything like it. This set sold very quickly indeed.
If you prefer to use just one of the shapes, the end result is equally as stunning.

Exciting News.....

2009-07-13T20:52:00.006+01:00

I have recently been approached by Mike & Debbie Rainney of Mikes Brass For Glass - http://www.mikesbrassforglass.com to 'test drive' one of their new bead presses.

This press is so new it doesn't have a name yet - although there are a few possibilities. It looks quite Mexican & tribal to me.

I can only show you this picture until I get my hands on the press from the US in the next few days....

I just hope I can do it justice.

Watch this space!

Talented customers...

2009-07-12T18:28:00.010+01:00

'Hawthorne & Gorse' by Hilary

Well, I knew all my wonderful customers/friends were talented, just have a look at my customers gallery - it is bursting full of wonderful jewellery created with my beads.

These lovely people are gifted in other ways too!

I love finding out about people, especially their creativity, it is so exciting. I am so rubbish at talking about myself (I`m sure you don`t want to read about my boring life!), so I thought I would add to my blog a bit of info about these hidden talents.

Hilary and Jenny are sisters who share a love of making jewellery.... and as it turns out... photography.

Every now and again I am lucky enough to be emailed their wonderful photos. They especially interest me as I share their love of nature.

'Hogweed' by Jenny

Hilary and Jenny`s photographs are in this post - which I`m sure you`ll agree with me are fantastic.

Thankyou Hilary and Jenny xx

A big thankyou!

2009-06-21T22:18:00.005+01:00

I just had the best week. Thankyou to everyone who has ordered/reserved/commissioned beads this week. As you know I took redundancy on Monday (not an easy decision to make) you have sent me lovely messages of encouragement, thankyou thankyou. It means alot. xx

Just to let you know, the beads below are ticking along on ebay, they finish in the next few days, at 7pm:

I am officially Redundant!

2009-06-15T21:06:00.005+01:00

Today I took voluntary redundancy. Feels a bit wierd to be honest. No deadlines, no venues to go and view, no events to market, no phonecalls to make, no paperwork.........! What am I going to do?
Cry into my hankie? Not a chance............!
I know ...................
.........................................MAKE BEADS!!!
So, after the phonecall to my manager, I dipped some mandrels, switched on the oxycon, sparked up the torch and hey presto, made some pretty gorge beads if I do say so myself!

'Bronze Age'

'Lightning' (made in the thunderstorm this afternoon!)

I feel really positive about the future and know I have heaps of support from my lovely customers/beady friends xx

Back from Mull.....

2009-05-15T19:35:00.007+01:00

We returned on Sunday, but I haven`t had chance to blog until now.
We had such a magical time, the weather was truly miserable, but I guess you dont go to Scotland for the weather :)
We stayed in a static caravan.... which I was a little unsure of - I`d never stayed in a caravan before, but this caravan overlooked the sea eagle nest site at Loch frisa, so I guess I`d give it a go.

www.crannich.co.uk - this is where we stayed. We stayed in one of the three caravans on the site - 'Aros' which overlooks the nest site. I would advise you stay in Bellart as it overlooks the area where the sea eagles land (on the 'Standing Stones' at Tenga) when they are hunting for food. We`ll stay in this one next time :)
We couldn`t ask for a nicer, cleaner, friendlier place to stay. Sam and Rob the owners were lovely - the caravans are part of a working highland cattle farm, set in 100 acres of land. The calving pen was right by the gate, so every time you went out or came back in a soggy slimey furry gorgeous baby calf had arrived.
They asked me to have a look at one of their new calves eyes when they found out I was a veterinary nurse. Poor little thing had cataracts and was quite weak, but still feeding from his mother. Must find out if he is still with us.....

Rain rain and more rain, oooh and lots of hail. I swear the caravan was going to re-enact the scene out of the Wizard of Oz when the house gets sucked up in the whirlwind!!! We went to Tobermory Distillery where we had a wee dram of Whiskey. God that stuff is strong!! Wow!

On the Thursday (the best day weather-wise) we went out with Richard Atkinson of www.wildlifemull.co.uk - a thoroughly nice bloke with a passion for wildlife.
We saw sea-eagles, harriers, golden eagles, otters, buzzards, even a 'twite' hahaha!

I`ve uploaded a few pics to my flickr account if you fancied a peek.

Charity Beads

2009-04-16T17:03:00.003+01:00

There is a local 14 year old boy who is going on a 'young people`s pilgrimage' to Lourdes.
He needs to raise £500 to enable him to travel by bus to the town with other students at his school.
Whilst he is there he will help support the sick, frail and less able people during their stay in Lourdes.
I think this is a really fantastic thing to do, which is why I am having an 'auction' for these beads over the next month. Just email me with the amount you would like to bid for the beads - claredscott@hotmail.com.
100% of the proceeds will be given to him to put towards his pilgrimage.
He is working so hard for this money - doing odd jobs around the garden, cleaning cars, cleaning windows etc for people in the community, it has not been handed to him on a plate. He is a real pleasure to meet.
A big thankyou to anyone who is able to contribute.
(The set consists of 7 large glass pillow beads with semi precious stone spacers. The lampwork glass beads are deep transparent amber with dark silver plum and desert chameleon shards wrapped over the surface)

New beadies

2009-04-12T21:02:00.006+01:00

I have listed a few new sets on my website..... I am so happy how the pics turned out.

Totally unexpected and probably wont happen again but nemind!

Venice here I come!

2009-03-29T09:29:00.005+01:00

My Mum and Godmother have surprised me with a trip to Venice and I can`t wait!

(I'm going for my 30th birthday - ssssssh don`t tell anyone I`m 30!!!)

I have never been before but have seen it is so beautiful and steeped in glassy history.

I am staying for one full day - obv the main reason I am being taken over ther is to visit glassy places, because I LOVE glass! :)

I would love to her from anyone who has been over there, where to go (where not to go!) accomodation,etc etc....

Looking forward to hearing your suggestions!

Clare xx

Happy New Year!

2009-01-26T23:23:00.006Z

I have been experimenting! You like? I think I do!! I`ve never wire wrapped in my life and now I`m obsessed with moonstones and their little sparkly blue splashes of colour, oh and oxidized silver with its coppery bluey patina. Gooooooorgeous!!

Website issues!!

2008-12-17T16:05:00.005Z

I could scream! I`ve been trying to update my website all day... will have to wait for the people at mrsite I guess...... grrr!

Anyway, I have created some glass beads from Champagne bottles which are available for you to buy. Exciting! They are a beautiful deep rich green colour obviously this varies with the type of Champagne bottle, but I`ve not had a yucky green yet!

Alternatively, you can send me your special occasion bottle so I can create beads for your own very exclusive and luxurious designs.

www.craftyclare.co.uk is no longer.

2008-11-07T16:39:00.003Z

but http://www.beadsbyclarescott/ is! I`ve been trying to get around to change my sites over for ages, today was the day! Nothing has changed, just the name.

A few more bead sets for you today - think I`ve finally worked out the lighting!

Happy Halloween!

2008-10-31T10:05:00.002Z

Trick or Treat? Definately treat!

Just email your Paypal address with your chosen beads to clare@beadsbyclarescott.co.uk

Postage is always free.

Take care, Clare x

New Boro beads and Labyrinth the VI!

2008-10-29T18:18:00.005Z

Pretty chuffed with these boro beads - blimey they are hard work!

and how could i forget the beautiful Labyrinth beads - in green!

I`ve been Tagged!

2008-10-28T22:37:00.002Z

I have been tagged by Veryan, Ali & Bille.
The rules are:
1. Link to your tagger and list these rules on your blog. 2. Share 7 facts about yourself on your blog, some random, some weird.3. Tag 7 people at the end of your post by including links to their blogs.
4. Let them know they have been tagged by leaving a comment on their blogs.

Ok, so I have to tag 7 people in return, well I guess the buck stops here.
I think everyone I know has been tagged already, and I`m sure they found it hard enough to think of 7 things!!

7 facts about me? Hmmmm.......
1. I believe in what goes around comes around, karma & fate.
2. I am Vegetarian
3. I have a benign essential tremor in my hands (a teeny weeny shake which gets worse if I get stressed) which is why my beads are chunky and not very intricate - stringer work is a no no!
4. I love music and go to Leeds festival every year.
5. I am a Qualified Veterinary Nurse
6. I never want kids, cats are a perfect 'substitute'.
7. I believe Steve Coogan is a comedy genius.

Well thats it! Fallen asleep yet??!!

Win a pair of my recycled earrings!

2008-10-12T10:40:00.003+01:00

Daisy Green online ethical magazine has just been launched.

A pair of my recycled earrings are up for grabs.

http://daisygreenmagazine.co.uk/goodies/competitions/recycled-memories/

Just enter your details on the page above for your chance of winning.

Good luck!

New boro beads - Draco

2008-10-11T10:19:00.002+01:00

My fist sell-able boro beadies! Yay! they remind me of dragons...so I called them 'Draco' (the latin name for dragon)
They have a butterscotch and turquoise yummy vibe going on, encased in clear. Boro beads look much darker when seen in indoor lighting, this photo was taken outside.

My boro arrived!!

2008-10-11T10:01:00.005+01:00

I thought I`d show you my first dabblings into the amazing world of boro!

I bought a few rods of the TAG Purple sable, which not surprisingly didnt turn out too great! Nevermind.... Rome wasnt built in a day and all that! Although, when I annealed them again in the kiln last night (well I wasnt going to lose much was I?!) I was pretty chuffed to say the least. the blues had become much more vibrant and there were now even pinky amber tones coming through. this glass is amazing! Can`t say I`m in love with it yet - it takes a massive amount of skill - I am totally in awe of what the pros can do!
Before:

After:

(Believe me its not just the lighting!)

If you would like to know more about borosilicate glass please visit: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Borosilicate_glass - it is massively detailed and more than you ever need to know.

From a lampworking beady point of view it is much harder to work with in the flame (imagine REALLY hard toffee rather than syrup) but can produce amazing earthy beads with fantastic colours. Oh yeah and the glass is much more expensive!

Poor little sparrow....

2008-09-18T11:16:00.004+01:00

I was in the kitchen making my breakfast this morning when I heard a loud meow. It didnt sound like one of my cats... I found myself saying 'hello' dont know why, like I thought the cat would answer me?!! I went to investigate..... I walked out of the kitchen to find my cat looking very pleased with himself. He had brought me a little sparrow prezzie. The problem is it was half dead. I picked it up and ran round the house to find a box to put it in... found one, lined it with my black tissue paper (which isnt easy with one hand!) and proceeded to place the little bird in. Well, the bird wasnt as injured as I had first thought, It flew straight out of the box, past the cat which chased it down the garden. The next thing I heard was a loud crash as the cat launched into a bush the bird had flown into. I ran down the garden to try to rescue the bird again (with my tiger slippers on!!) but there was no bird, or cat for that matter in sight! Wierd! the cat is now firmly in my bad books.

What I was meaning to write was I have much better photos today - yesterday was not a good photo taking day! Here`s a preview:

Oh and a shell.... I made a shell!

More beads today....

2008-08-13T15:19:00.003+01:00

Thankyou to all my customers for being so patient waiting for me to upload new beads. I havent had a great deal of time recently to put them up there, with bead shows etc, I am very grateful to you. You never fail to check my website just in case..... so here they are.

New beads on www.craftyclare.co.uk

2008-08-04T21:35:00.003+01:00

Just a quickie to let you all know about the latest additions to my site.

and a few more.....

Paradise Collection

2008-07-07T21:27:00.005+01:00

New Jewellery Collection

Stunning hand faceted organic art glass beads. The colours this glass produces are so amazingly beautiful. Blues, purples & greens with a fantastic mirror shine.

Short Necklace, Earrings & Bracelet available.

Champagne Jewellery

2008-06-30T11:26:00.002+01:00

The collection features unique glass beads created from Champagne bottles set in Sterling Silver jewellery.

Perfect for brides to have a lasting memory of their special day.

A Glass bottle from a customer’s Wedding day can be turned it into beautiful jewellery, whether it is a pair of earrings or a charm bracelet which can be added to as the years go by, the bespoke jewellery will remind a bride of her special day.

‘The order book is fizzing with requests from new Brides, Brides-to-be, Bridesmaids, new Mother`s in Laws, even Grooms!’

The new collection is proving to be an instant hit with brides. A few customers have started to collect bottles from every wedding anniversary which will in time create a bracelet full of happy little recycled beady memories.

The range is also perfect for other special occasions such as Valentines, an Award Ceremony, Anniversary, or holiday to name just a few! I am not limited to Champagne bottles, your favourite red or white wine will create stunning jewellery too.

‘Surprise your new Husband with a pair of cufflinks made with his favourite lager or beer bottle!’

During a Bridal Evening in York with Celebrity stylist Bradley Taylor, Clare`s new concept in jewellery technique & design was highly praised.

Clare creates unique handcrafted beads from glass using the age old art of lampworking. This involves manipulating glass over an oxygen and propane fuelled torch in her studio. Clare works with 925 Sterling Silver and her unique glass beads to create stunning and individual designs.

‘Each bead is truly unique. That is the fascination of handcrafted art’

Prices Start From £50 - any design in my collection can be used.

Awards II

2008-06-24T15:27:00.003+01:00

Ok, I had a few people in mind for this one, as I wanted to check if it was ok to give awards to people without blogs....... so this award goes to Jo Rohrer at Glasstales, , an established UK Lampwork artist. She is such a generous, confidence boosting, informative lady who helped me so much in the early days, giving me a huge amount of support and even visited me at my first bead fair. All this shows in her beautiful glass beads. So big hugs and huge amounts of thanks. Why dont you go and see for yourself..... www.glasstales.co.uk

Award

2008-06-23T21:42:00.002+01:00

I've just had the honour of being awarded this lovely award from my lovely beady friend Catherine of La Perle Jewellery - http://laperlejewellery.blogspot.com/
It's the "Arte Y Pico" Award which is The Creativity and Art Award.
Thanks Miss La Perle it is truly an honor to accept it!! Unfortunately I could not be there in person......! haha!
I now have the honour of passing it on to 5 other fantastically talented people.

Ok,

So.....my awards go to - not in any particular order, (I couldn`t include a few people as they didnt have blogs...booo!)
http://glassbybillie.blogspot.com/ - Billie's gorgeous lampwork beads and a lovely lady too.
http://innocentcharmschats.blogspot.com/ - Check out Kara`s beautiful jewellery & generous Charity donations.
http://revelationsnorth.blogspot.com/ - Michelle`s amazing wire creations. I will soon be the lucky owner of one.
http://laperlejewellery.blogspot.com/ - Well, MLP - what can I say!! I`d have given you an award anyway! ha! x

I will award the last award tomorrow........

Can I have a drum roll please?!!

2008-06-15T09:05:00.003+01:00

www.craftyclare.com

is now

www.beadsbyclarescott.co.uk

Sounds a little more professional huh!

Sooooo........if you have any links to my jewellery site, would you mind changing it.

Thankyou :)

Ethical Jewellery Collection

2008-06-15T08:59:00.006+01:00

Karen Hilltribe silver is featured in my ethical designs. This fair trade silver has a 99.9% pure silver content. I love the beads, the texture, so organic.

I think they work beautifully with my handcrafted art glass beads -http://www.beadsbyclarescott.co.uk/page12.htm

Reactive glass lessons....

2008-05-07T21:05:00.003+01:00

Yesterday I gave a 'reactive glass' lesson. (Hope you dont mind me using your pic Kathy!)

I think they are fantastic - these beads were produced on a 'hothead' torch - not my minor burner!! Wow!

'Hatmehit' Lampwork glass bead set

2008-05-07T20:52:00.003+01:00

I made these beautiful beads today - I think they are so organically gorgeous! I dont want to part with them. So I wont. They are mine :)

(Hatmehit - Ancient Egyptian Fish Goddess)

Email Issues....

2008-05-01T12:05:00.003+01:00

Sorry if you have been trying to contact me by email within the last few days and I havent replied - I just havent received them. I am working with my website people to try and remedy the situation. I will be using claredscott@hotmail.com from now on, so this doesnt happen again.

I have a few new bead sets available - please click here for details available beads

Maya Necklace

2008-04-28T20:32:00.003+01:00

I have added a new design to my range.

A beautiful glass ring hung on sterling silver.

Multi string cotton necklace.

New Babies!

2008-04-24T16:48:00.001+01:00

Meet George (ok, so I`m a day late!) and Summer (here`s hoping!!)

Steg...

2008-04-17T19:50:00.003+01:00

Well, after all my babies sold so well yesterday, I thought I`d make another one.

He`s called Steg.

All my dino babies come with a personally personalised box!

The birth of baby dinos.....

2008-04-16T09:04:00.004+01:00

Baby dinosaurs have arrived! They are sooooooooo cute!

They have such boggly little eyes, knobbles on their spine and lumpy feet. Infact they look just like real baby dinosaurs.... hmmmm, well nearly :)

They are ornaments - far too fragile to be used as a bead.

Glass Pearls

2008-04-13T20:33:00.010+01:00

A beautiful little bracelet set in Sterling silver.

Thought it was high time I created a bracelet for ladies preferring something a little daintier. These gorgeous little pearl sized glass beads make up such a beautiful bracelet.

I am presently creating the beads for a matching necklace.... so watch this space.

A comissioned 'Trilogy' Pendant:

Also, a pair of 'Goccia' matching earrings:

Gothika Barrels

2008-04-12T17:01:00.003+01:00

I could get a little carried away with this new shape ..... silver rich glass with gothic black swirls decorate the surface.

Bead neglect.

2008-04-11T10:08:00.010+01:00

Ok, I havent actually been neglecting beads. I couldnt. I haven`t been great at adding new beads to my site.

I have two new sets available to you - my lovely bead friends,

and a brand new bead shape - which I adore.

So chunky and gorgeous (unlike the description) - The barrel.

I`ve been playing with my silver glass (aren't I always!) and am so so so so pleased with what came out the kiln this morning. (Well strictly speaking I was really excited last night before they went in - reducing glasses dont change much when they have been in the kiln - but I cant get properly excited until I know they have survived the graveyard that is the kiln)

Oh lordy, I shut up now and show you........ I`m like a kid in a sweet shop!

'Mystical Barrels'

Fascinating silver blue & golden glass encased in clear. I could sit and look into them all day.

'Venus Planets'

Similar to the old favourite 'Psyche Planets' just darker and a little greener. Still as beautiful.

Commissions...

2008-04-10T13:44:00.003+01:00

A few necklace commissions for you to have a peek at.

New Designs - Boudoir

2008-04-08T15:07:00.003+01:00

Sumptuous silky ribbon knotted trapping my handcrafted glass beads.

Hand tie fastening

Long chunky necklace and matching bracelet available

Hollow Beads

2008-04-03T16:09:00.002+01:00

I had a go at making a few hollow beads and this one turned out great! It is so light and lovely to hold. It looks so fragile to me, but is not. I can see me making a lot more of these!

A new pillow bead set I`ve named 'Summer Garden'. unfortunately the photograph hasnt picked up the mirror shimmer on the glass. Its so beautiful.

New focals...

2008-04-01T13:25:00.002+01:00

I`m not really meant to be putting anything up for sale until I have made enough beads for Nantwich Bead Fair.... but I couldn't not let you see these beauties! (Or even give one a home)

Excelle Magazine - April 2008

2008-03-28T09:28:00.003Z

I am so excitied to say I am in Excelle Magazine this month.

Excelle Magazine is a glossy lifestyle magazine which is delivered to 23,000 selected homes around York, Leeds, Wetherby, Harrogate, Ilkley, Otley.

I really must see about having another cheesy pic taken :)

Artery Gallery

2008-03-20T19:05:00.005Z

I designed a new bangle/bracelet called 'Entwined'.

I think, well at the moment... i go through phases.... making jewellery for myself.... havent got bored with this one yet. I love it. You will see what you mean if you are lucky enough to wear it. Chunky beads with woven Sterling Silver wire. Just simple. Just gorgeous.

Artery Gallery in Scotland have one, along with some co-ordinating jewellery from my collection I sent them today to display.

The jewellery is in the colour schemes of 'planets' & 'teal green with Silver rich trails'.

The Gallery sounds like a beautiful place with so many highly talented people. They have two Galleries - one in Crieff and the other in St. Andrews (where the golf course is) they will have heaps of tourists to take my jewellery on little holidays.

I feel so sad when I send off my little parcels to Galleries, but I know they will give their new owners so much joy.

All work and no play...

2008-03-20T18:37:00.007Z

I recently visited Pyramid Gallery in York who have accepted my jewellery to be part of their 'New Jeweller Exhibition' to be held in April & May. My jewellery is a quite different to the jewellery they have on display - a complete bonus!

My 'Ethical Collection' will be have its first showing.....in my first exhibition! yay!

Scarlet Safari

2008-03-11T15:28:00.002Z

A set I really made for myself...but decided to make a few extras for my lovely customers!

This glass is so deep and the silver rich glass really brings them to life!

Oh and not forgetting a new bead set.....

2008-03-06T19:26:00.001Z

They are called 'Mirrored Cobalt' - because they are! :)

Focals are back!

2008-03-06T19:11:00.004Z

I havent made any focals for aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaages, so here you go.......