Stuck on you

A few beads I have made in the last month or so...

Didn't realize I loved this color combo so much....geez!

It's Time!

For those of you who know me, my beads have been slowly transgressing

 into new forms and I am just itching to unload my old inventory.  

SO, it's time for a mega sale!  

For the next couple of weeks, I will be marking old beads down....way down; 

just look under the SALE section if you've had your eye on something.

And as always, thanks for the love and support :)

Hmph...

 

There will be no pictures taken today.

Sun hogs....

(good thing they're cute)

I was doing my morning blog hoppin the other day and I stopped by Heather Powers place to find this...

Van Gogh's Peach Blossoms

(her monthly inspiration)

 

First off, wow, what an incredible painting.  I can see why Heather chose this!

Then I thought, and thought...hmmm, what could I do with this?!

 

so I did a little sketching; something I've never really attempted before...

now comes the pressed molds...by this time, I'm really excited (peeing in my pants kinda excited)

painting, the fun part!

And a bead has been born!  I had no idea I was capable of doing this with my clay...

it's funny how things come about, isn't it?!

 

 

Texture

New Creations....

Down to earth and full of imperfect texture,

kinda like me ;)



Repairing

I know, I know, it's been awhile...

For the last month or so, I have been busy coming to terms with my pending divorce

and there just wasn't any desire to to drench you with my sorrows. 

Fear not though, I feel like I am finally on a clearer path and my heart is starting to heal.

 It's amazing how my beads can be cathartic.

So with my head held high and a smile on my face, I will continue to push forward because

I get to wake up to these beauties every morning...

and that, my friends, is all that matters!

Green

Honored to be amongst such beauty....



'Vegetation' by RobinCottage

All Natural Tree Neckla... MrLentz $70.00	Felted Acorns, lime gre... feltjar $12.00	moss fox / original pai... ohchalet $22.00	Handmade Soap - Choose ... prunellasoap $19.50
Green Grass Ring in Gun... SeahagAndWalru... $24.00	Vintage Green Square Ti... RedEggBoutique $36.00	Osampo Bag (small bag f... aikafeltworks $41.30	Green vegetation soap d... ceramiquecote $20.00
Linen pincushion - cro... namolio $15.00	Crochet Acorn - Green annemariesbrei... $3.50	Hand painted green arti... whitedeershop $19.00	Bag Hanger - Purse Hang... colorelish $15.00
Minimalist Photo-Green ... Maddenphotogra... $15.00	Evergreen: Made To Orde... LoftFullOfGood... $14.00	Handmade Polymer Clay P... BeadsByEarthTo... $6.00	Leaf Button - Ceramic B... BackBayPottery $6.00

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio.

Crabby

Can a dog be crabby?  I think so...

I had to move her from her favorite sunny spot which is my favorite place to take pictures of beads.

Crabby Abby.



Buttons anyone?

I was recently approached, through Etsy, to sell my beads and possibly buttons at a local fiber shop here in Bend.  Talk about exciting, cuz' I'll tell ya, I don't like doing the craft fair, booth thingy...it's just way too exhausting!  I've made a few buttons, not with any real excitement, but the other night I got to thinking buttons in my new Imprint Series could possibly be really pretty...

sweet little bird

little field mouse

cute as a button?!

sorry, just couldn't help myself...



Winter Has Arrived!

It's been a very unusual, warm winter for us Oregonians, but today...

Jack Frost has finally found his way to us (5 inches and still falling).

My boys are so happy!  Hot chocolate, movies by the fire, snowman making,

and a little extra time for me to bead.

Here's to snow days!

Following Through

As part of my desire to get healthier, ugh, I purchased a juicer.  Not being very hopeful and knowing in the end it would sit, lonely, in the cupboard, I dove right in.  Well folks, I must say, I love this juicing thing.

My favorite recipe that involves the veggie part....

Carrots, cucumbers, spinach, pears, and apple...

all organic, of course, cuz that's what the people say you have to do these days...

add a little ice, blend, and voila, a perfect green conglomeration.

I know, I know, some of you are probably cringing in disgust, but it's actually very tasty and the increased energy, not to mention a few pounds dropped from my back end, make it all the more worthwhile.

Come on, try it!

I double dare ya!

Ideas, ideas!!

They pop up in my mind, float around for awhile, and if I neglect them in any way they

end up taking a hike.  I now keep a pretty little notepad by my marble slab so I can jot

these things down before they have the chance to run away.  

Here's my latest idea...

Pretty bead caps.  I've found they're deep enough to create

lovely bell earrings too :)

 

SALE Time!

Lots of resolutions this year including the typical weight loss, getting healthy business.  I wonder if there will ever be a year when that ugly issue won't be first on the list?! 

I have vowed, however, to clean up my little studio (so I can actually see what I'm working on) and I've decided to have a daily sale in my Etsy shop during the month of January.  Out with the old and in with the new, right?!  Maybe you'll see something you like ;)

TOTAL CHAOS!

Not as bad, but definitely not enough room to make beads. 

I really must learn to put things away after their job is done.

Christmas already?!  How the heck can that be?  Fortunately I finished my shopping weeks ago, but I do have one remaining person to buy for...my new sister-in-law.  I'm her secret Santa this year (she doesn't read this so I know I'm safe) and of course jewelry is in order, but I want to make her something special. 

And since I cannot stop making these...

the possibilities are endless...

so I want to make one especially for her with a soft, soothing color combination.

I came up with these last night....

the blue with the dusty rose, oh my, I can't stop looking at them. 

She's a pretty simple gal, so I may just put one on a simple chain or on a thin piece of leather.

Now just watch, with my luck she's gonna visit my blog for the first time tonight and the big secret will be out.

I was never good at keeping secrets anyway...

New Path

I've said it before, when it comes to making my beads, I'm all over the place.  I've never been able to tie myself down to a particular style, until now....

I have finally found my niche 

Possessing a tremendous love for nature, I have always tried to somehow incorporate it into my beads, always feeling unsuccessful.  This new line of mine, "Imprint Series", seems to capture exactly what I've been missing all these years...they make me happy.

So far they have been well received which guarantees a good home for them (yes, I get easily attached).

Hope you enjoy and thanks for stopping by.

Gobble, gobble

Here's to a wonderful day...may it be filled with love and family.

See you soon!

My new love...

No, I didn't get a new dog, although if it weren't for my husband you would definitely see me on Animal Planet's "Animal Hoarders"...yes, I am that bad.  Anyhoo, I've been carrying this little guy in my pocket all day because I love him so...

He's part of my new "natural" series.  Not sure if I can part with him...

:)

Beads for the shop...

Finally had a chance to sit down and mix up some beads.  It's all about Fall colors for me....

I just can't get enough. 

I've discovered eight-thirty is my favorite time of the evening.  It's my chance to unwind with my favorite episodes on Hulu and bead away.  I don't think about anything...really...

husband usually peeks in on me only to wipe away the drool on my chin, it can get gross.

But we all need our downtime, right?!

New news

Wow, seems like forever since we last chatted....so many new things happening in my little life right now and when I start to even think about writing up a new post I tend to get a little insecure.  Really?  Do you honestly think people want to know about these little random events in your life?  Well, (I tell myself) isn't that what this blogging thing is suppose to be about?  Geez, my lack of confidence really makes me want to scream sometimes.  Do you ever have those days? 

So now that I've gotten that out of the way (aren't you glad you stopped by today), let's get on with it!

My jewelry is finding yet another home in downtown Bend, Tres Jolie.  They require at least 50 pieces so I have been extremely busy coming up with a Fall line....

I am hoping they will be well received :)

Then there's the new name change at Etsy.  I have been waiting THREE years for this!!!  Standing ovation for the Etsy team please.   My bead shop will finally be know as BeadsbyEarthTones and I will also change my jewelry shop to AlisonPageJewelry.  Trying to get the whole branding thing down!

Hopefully (crossing fingers) I'll be able to sit down and start making beads again.  So many ideas for a new, more natural look to my beads...stay tuned and...

Happy Fall!!

Home on the range

Temporary life on the farm has been relaxing and quite peaceful. 

A few pics...

Lots of room for the boys to explore



Local wildlife

 

Hoping to catch a frog

 

We told the boys this was their bathroom

And a beautiful sunset every night

Although we'll miss it, it's so exciting to be settling into our very first new home.  Still so much unpacking to do, but I did get my clay station up and maybe tonight I'll get a chance to play with some new ideas that have been vacationing in my head.

More soon!