Shop Update: Inspiration, Frustration . . . and Javier?

As my recent posts have suggested, I’ve been feeling a bit frustrated by the lack of free time I’ve had lately. Beading is truly therapeutic for me, so when I am unable to do it, I start feeling anxious. My mind is constantly whirring with new ideas and creations that I want to make. I resorted to carrying a notebook with me to work, so I could jot down my notes and sketches rather than try to store them in my brain. Oddly enough, my mind races with new ideas when I am at my regular job. But I digress . . . There are close to a dozen new pieces that haven’t made it to my shop yet. I sat down this past Tuesday evening to list a few of them, but my computer decided to freeze up on me. I gave up, and watched the movie “Vicki Christina Barcelona” instead. Have you seen it? Really cute movie. I loved Javier Bardem in the lead role ~ what a departure from “No Country for Old Men”.

I recently obtained the baubles in this photo during an outing to the antique market we like to visit on Sundays. I cannot wait to start playing and working them into some new creations!

I’m also trying to teach myself the art of pearl knotting. It’s a slow go, but I hope to become good enough to where I can post a tutorial. Ha ha ~ we’ll see.

My friend Jenny has asked me to create the bridal jewelry for her upcoming June wedding. Expect to see a future blog post showing the finished product. I will also be featuring one of my favorite Etsy sellers in the very near future. Wonder who it will be??

I'm having a major block when it comes to naming a few of those new pieces I spoke of earlier. I may need some help in that area. Hmmm . . . I feel a contest coming on :)

Lastly, one bit of shop talk. I will be closing my shop for a few days toward the end of next week. I expect to re-open late on the 22nd or first thing on the 23rd. No worries, I will be back full speed after that!

Have a terrific weekend!