Our Austrailian Friends Lend a Helping Hand to the Koala Bears in the bush Fire
February 2009
Greetings!
We hope this newsletter finds you happy, healthy and beading until your heart is content. We had a wonderful time meeting everyone at the Tucson Gem and Mineral show. We wish you a special and sparkling Valentine's Day!
Featured Designer
JoAnn Wedge
Wedge Fused Glass and
Crystal Jewelry
JoAnn's fascination with beading started when she began fusing dichroic glass and embellishing the fused glass with CRYSTALLIZEDTM- Swarovski Elements. She creates an array of handmade jewelry, badge holders and watches. She appreciates the intricacies and diversity of beads in the market place and enjoys using the highest quality Swarovski Crystal and Venetian Lampwork beads. She fuses the glass first hand at her studio and delights in opening the kiln each time a new batch is created. She believes well constructed jewelry enhances our self-esteem and contributes to our overall well being, making the world a better place with happy people sharing.
In celebration of Valentine's Day, Scarlett utilized the new Heart Pendant to create these beautiful Swarovski crystal earrings. Scarlett is a talented young beader living right here in gorgeous Sedona. Scarlett received international recognition after receiving 4th place for her elegant piece entitled "Brilliance is Born" in the Swarovski 2007 Create your Style Design Contest. If you are interested in learning more about how to use spiral herringbone bead caps in combination with Swarovski crystals, please refer to the latest issue of Beadwork magazine Feb/Mar in her design "The Alchemist's Treasure".
We hope these resources are a source of creative inspiration for you. We are always looking to highlight new designers. Please contact us to be a Featured Designer in an upcoming Newsletter!
JoAnn Wedge
