First of all I hope everyone had a fantastic weekend and I want to thank everyone who sent me a "Get Well" message over the past few days... I do feel much better! Since I wasn't able to get around much I took out all my jewelry supplies and made a list of things I need to get to start working on it again and reopen my online stores.
Jars filled with molded resin beads in all kins of floral shapes
When I was I NY last month I took the time to go bead shopping all over 6th and 7th Avs. I had only heard of this stores but never had the time to go and I was mesmerized by the vast array of materials, supplies and tools available for the creative and the not so creative.
Glass beads sold by the unit... love the iridescent finish on the white ones
Close up of large beads in enameled ceramic and wood
Chains sold by the yard with semi precious stone and crystals in them
I hate to say that I didn't buy a single thing because I was like a kid left alone in a candy store, it was impossible for me to decide what to buy. Next time I go to NY, That I wish is soon, I'll have to take time to leisurely browse and buy the most amazing pieces I can find.
Below I wanted to show you the cards I received this weekend from two other great ladies who wanted to wish me a happy birthday. I love receiving cards from you so if you still want to do it just Click Here to send me an email to get my address and see you beautiful postcard here.
Below I wanted to show you the cards I received this weekend from two other great ladies who wanted to wish me a happy birthday. I love receiving cards from you so if you still want to do it just Click Here to send me an email to get my address and see you beautiful postcard here.
Postcard I received from Linda at Odd and Old all the way from France...
it is an antique postcard sent originally to someone in Belgium
Sent by Lulu at Lulu in Los Angeles... she has a really fun blog, check it out!
Wishing you a fantastic week and maybe a nice piece of jewelry!!!
Lovely post cards! I love how loving you are to your reader and we love you in return. Love the crafty images and I will send you that postcard soon!
ReplyDeletehappy birthday and so glad that you are feeling better! Love buying beads downtown--looks like you have enough for some fab projects!
ReplyDeleteI can't believe I missed out on bead shopping when I was in NYC! It was one of the top things to do on my list :( Oh well, next trip!
ReplyDeleteSorry i'm late to the party but happy birthday!! =)
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I can totally relate to being like a child in a candy shop. I feel like that in any kitchen store where I cannot decide what to take and what to leave behind. It's so heartbreaking to choose.
ReplyDeleteSuch lovely postcard! Have a great week ahead.
I love the beads and textiles in midtown! Lovely postcards!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful postcards! Belated Happy Birthday!
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Amazing beads, darling!
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Glad you're feeling better and getting back into your jewelry making!!
ReplyDeleteIt's funny how too much of a good thing can often be a bad thing, like a massive selection :) Glad you're feeling better though.
ReplyDeleteOh those beads are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI totally understand you! When there are too many of the good things, I can never make a decision for what to pick either... but loving the flowers:)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful postcards, and LOVE the beads. I go kind of crazy whenever I'm in the NYC beading district. (I need more bead self-control :)) Hope you're feeling much better!
ReplyDeleteSo glad you're feeling better. I love going to bead stores and feel the same way when I'm in them! Hope you had a great weekend.
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Valerie
I must go to this magical store. Freakishly, I am going to be in New York on Saturday (long way from Phoenix). Going to investigate the possiblility of a visit there.
ReplyDeleteI love buying beads! My friend Mel and I do that a lot!
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oh i love beads!
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So glad to hear you're feeling better! I can't blame you for going bead-crazy; this shop looks absolutely amazing! Looking forward to what you'll create once you're able to choose just a few!
ReplyDeletei love bead stores..i always have so much fun in them!
ReplyDeletei wouldnt wanna bead, just so i could have full jars of pretty beads everywhere.
ReplyDeleteAll of those beads look absolutely gorgeous...how to choose??
ReplyDeleteThe ceramic ones really caught my eye.
Glad to hear you're feeling much better. Keep on hanging in there!!
xoxo,
Carrie
Isn't it wonderful? It can get overwhelming but it just gets my creativity going a mile a minute. Good to take it all in and decide later though or else you'd end up buying to much :)
ReplyDeleteGlad you're feeling better, sweetie! xoxo
So happy you're feeling better! That bead store is amazing, and I am the same way, when I'm overwhelmed with options, I just can't decide! XX!
ReplyDeleteOk, last week was a hectic one for me so i'm just catching up on blog reading and i'm obviously way behind(since i didn't know that you were/are sick). I'm glad to hear that you're feeling a bit better and those beads are stunning, especially the white ones! xx
ReplyDeleteOh, and happy belated birthday:-)
Glad you're feeling better.... beautiful beads selection!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos...that store sure looks like bead heaven! Hope you're able to decide on your next go around to the bead store =)
ReplyDeletelove bead stores and tend to get carried away. so much inspiration to get your creativity flowing.
ReplyDeleteglad to hear you're feeling better!
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Great photos- I love the close ups of the beads and flower petals.
ReplyDeleteI was a winner too on Lulu's giveaway week- I agree great blog and beautiful to pass on the good vibes!
Love the cards! You are loved. Too many choices, amazing photos.
ReplyDeleteRachael
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Fantastic beads.. and the colours are amazing..
ReplyDeleteI m sure you will create something very pretty
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It LOOKS like a "kid in a candy store" moment!
ReplyDeleteAll those beads....wow! I would love to root around there. :)SarahD
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ReplyDeleteYou have a great blog and I really enjoyed it.
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love the floral ones and the crystals. now i want to go to a bead store.
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Ah, I'm so glad to hear that you're feeling better! The mail you've received is phenomenal - that would certainly make me feel better, as well!! :)
ReplyDeleteOoh, shopping for beads is just so fun!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful cards! I love bead shopping but I know what you mean about the selection - I always get so overwhelmed, I don't know where to start! Hope you had a lovely weekend & glad you feel better!
ReplyDeleteThat bead shop looks so cool! I know what you mean about a kid in a candy store, when there's almost too much choice! And the cards are lovely too...i love getting snail mail!! xx
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful postcards and beads! Gorgeous post :) xoxo
ReplyDeleteOh these beads are gorgeous!
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what a lovely interesting blog you have just spend a very nice time reading all your posts! and these beads are gorgeous
ReplyDeletethose post cards are so lovely! and i don't blame u for not buying anything...i'd totally be spoilt for choice if i were in ur place too!
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