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Feb 10, 2012, 1:34 pm
Ok, don't pass out I have another post today! Whoo hoo I'm on a roll.
Just a quick eye-candy post of the new beads now in my shop. Interested in visiting my shop? Click the the SHOP tab.
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Feb 9, 2012, 10:18 am
Hi all! Boy it has been a long time since I posted here! Today I have a few color inspiration samples.
It doesn't matter what kind of art you are creating, color is a huge part of each art creation. Colors help translate the emotion the artist is trying to portray. Even when I am making beads col... Comment - Like
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Dec 4, 2011, 4:38 pm
Who knew red and green could be so fun and festive! A couple of new holiday bead sets in my shop now. These little snowmen just melt my heart!
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Oct 8, 2011, 5:05 pm
Since I keep making beads I'm finding that my beads are requiring more housing. I approached dear hubby with my idea of wanting a white display stand for my beads. Something very simple but cute. I'd been seeing some really neat storage ideas online. Even purchased a few box displays so I could tra... Comment - Like
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Oct 6, 2011, 3:18 pm
Yesterdays work didn't go totally wasted! I'm glad I could restrain myself this time.
Four large lentil bat beads unscathed. Comment - Like
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Oct 5, 2011, 7:45 pm
So I had another go at these bat beads. I spent several hours in front of the torch for a whole four beads so I was very excited to see them come out of the kiln. So much so that waiting for them was driving ME batty.
Of course I did the unthinkable...I waited until just a tiny bit before my k... Comment - Like
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Oct 3, 2011, 6:42 pm
"Good Evening" (sinister voice).
It's that time of year again, when the leaves start changing colors, the evenings are cool and crisp, and the ghosts and ghouls come out to play.
In the spirit of this spooktacular month I decided to break out some Halloween colors from my stash of glass.
I have... Comment - Like
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Aug 27, 2011, 1:05 pm
I've so missed my torch time! I didn't realize how much until I finally got a chance to sit down on Friday and make some new beads. I've had a busy schedule lately not permitting any time at the torch for months now. I decided Thursday night that I was definitely going to head down to my studio sinc... Comment - Like
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Aug 25, 2011, 6:18 pm
Hey everyone check out my new charm page! A fun collection of interchangeable charms that go with Firebug Bead custom made bracelets (located on my jewelry page). See one you like, stop by my Etsy shop to purchase securely using paypal.
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May 30, 2011, 3:04 pm
A couple of new bead sets in my etsy shop! Swing on by and check them out along with a nice selection of new charms and custom bracelets just released.
Candy Striped Daisies
Groovy Baby!! Comment - Like
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May 29, 2011, 5:46 pm
I am just about done editing all my photos for the new bracelet and charms going into my etsy shop TONIGHT!! I'm excited about these and I hope others are too. They are a ton of fun since you can swap your charms around creating a new look anytime you'd like. All the bracelets are beautiful but si... Comment - Like
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Apr 28, 2011, 7:13 pm
Once again I'm on to a new technique with glass & new colors! Every time I think I've found a technique or style that I am in love with along comes another to replace the one before. I'm not sure I'll ever learn everything there is to learn with glass, which is one of the things I love about this cr... Comment - Like
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Apr 12, 2011, 8:38 am
A couple new sets of beads in my etsy shop! Stop by and check em' out!
Monet's Sketchbook Flowers
Summer Sunrise Comment - Like
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Apr 1, 2011, 9:25 am
I've finally finished up the new sets of jewel tone colors. I love how much more vibrant the colors came out this time. Although they are the same colors (except the green set) as the original batch I made almost a year ago they aren't the same shades. These sets have deeper, crisper colors.
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Mar 20, 2011, 9:38 pm
These fun jewel tone beads are on their way back! Super fun for your jewelry designs, they're perfect grouped together or used as accents to a focal piece. Here's another peek for today at two of the new colors available soon.
Sea Breeze
Lucky Clover Comment - Like
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Mar 18, 2011, 4:12 pm
I've got a little sneak peek of something funky!
I can't tell you much yet but I hear Funky Town has some turtles who are stylin' some funk-a-licious new designs. I also heard they're just about ready to roll into town to funkify your wardrobe in a groovy new bracelet design.
Keep you... Comment - Like
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Feb 23, 2011, 12:24 pm
This weekend's mail brought a great treat for me that I am excited to share.
2 weeks ago I posted about my chance to go to the Boyertown West Jr. High to demonstrate lampworking to the art students and how much fun the experience was. Well this weekend a wonderful little package was dropped into my... Comment - Like
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Feb 15, 2011, 9:32 am
At the end of the week last week I got the chance to swing by the Boyertown Jr. High West art department to spend a day demonstrating lampworking to the young art students.
Me, my bin of supplies and Jen Hetrick of News, Not Blues arrived bright and early at the Jr. High to get set up for the fir... Comment - Like
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Jan 21, 2011, 9:36 am
It's a snowy white world out there today where I live! I woke up to snow covering everything..not that this is the first time we've had snow this year. I love seeing it before it gets all mucked up with footprints and starts turning icky black by the edges of the street....and before it has to be sh... Comment - Like
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Jan 17, 2011, 8:56 am
Ok, I know I've been posting a TON of heart beads....but tis' the season is my excuse. Valentine's Day is right around the corner and it's the perfect time for me to make one of my favorite shapes, hearts. I love making hearts. I don't know why because I'm personally not a huge heart wearer when it ... Comment - Like
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Jan 6, 2011, 9:42 am
This is my favorite pendant to date. Not only do I love the weave pattern glass bead, I love the huge sterling silver scroll spacer ball at the bottom. The bead caps are also oh so divine.
This is definitely a statement pendant. It's large and in charge. It's about 59mm in length. I think it wou... Comment - Like
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Jan 5, 2011, 9:46 am
Once in a great while I get time and the right mood for throwing together a jewelry piece with some of my beads. It's really more a matter of having the time to do it then it is the want to make some jewelry and yesterday was one of those great "got the time" kind of days.
A whole lota months ago I... Comment - Like
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Dec 9, 2010, 11:06 am
BIG SALE!! Firebug Beads is having a buy one get one half off sale. That's right save 50%! Are there beads you've been eyeing up? Well now's the time to snag them! Head on over to my Etsy shop www.firebugbeads.etsy.com for more details on how to get your buy one get one half off coupon code! Comment - Like
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Dec 8, 2010, 11:43 am
Part II is done! I'm having a lot of fun with simple black and white designs. This second set is done with white swirls and dots. All nine beads are lentil shaped and both sides of the beads have a design on them. Each bead is different and each side is different. No two beads are alike but they a... Comment - Like
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Dec 2, 2010, 11:00 am
Love Affair - Part I - the newest set of Firebug Beads. Classic black and white beads layered with pretty little flowers. This is a mixed set of bead shapes. Lentils and rounds! I think it makes for a fun combination.This set will be available for purchase in my Etsy shop soon! (a little sneak pee... Comment - Like
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Nov 22, 2010, 11:24 am
Firebug Beads is having its first holiday sale! Starting today (Monday 11-22-10) and running until Friday (11-26-10) all customers, new and old and can save 20% off of your Firebug Beads purchase! Stop by my Etsy shop and enter coupon code HOLIDAYSAVINGS during checkout to receive your discount! Comment - Like
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Nov 19, 2010, 9:27 am
Rootbeer, carmel, or chocolate - you pick! Either way they are all delicious shades of brown and yummy things to eat or drink.
These rich, delicious shades of brown were my inspiration for this set of beads. By using two different shades of brown (light and dark topaz) and encasing them with clear... Comment - Like
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Nov 18, 2010, 9:02 am
Ever notice how hard it is to envision a new color for a room in your home with just that teeny tiny paint chip sample propped up somewhere against the wall you want to paint? Will the new color go with your existing furniture pieces and other accent color choices? It's hard to see it all without a... Comment - Like
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Nov 16, 2010, 12:25 pm
I can't believe I haven't posted anythings since the end of October. Time goes so quick!
Cinnamon Swirl is the first set of beads. I used a Creation is Messy color (Ginger) for the swirls. It's a lovely soft almost pinkish color. When I pulled it into stringers it changed to an off white losing som... Comment - Like
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Aug 23, 2010, 9:25 am
Bead Fest 2010 was here in PA this past weekend at the Valley Forge Convention Center and I got the opportunity to check it out! Since I actually remembered to bring my camera for once I get to let you peek inside of Bead Fest and all its wonder.
This expo was a sight to behold if you've never been ... Comment - Like
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Aug 16, 2010, 2:30 pm
The Frit Fairies have come to my home and sprinkled little bits of joy all over my beads with their tantalizing blends of frit.
Last week a little package arrived at my door which contained three little baggies full of the most colorful mixes of frit from the Frit Fairies. An instant smile was broug... Comment - Like
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Aug 12, 2010, 8:05 am
Now that I've really gotten the hang of how to use the lentil press I got not too long ago I've started experimenting with adding more raised surface decorations.
Inspired by a piece and some beads made by Kerri Fuhr in my recent issue of Bead Style Magazine I knew exactly what I wanted to try to te... Comment - Like
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Aug 3, 2010, 5:02 pm
Every so often I get in the mood to make some jewelry pieces especially if I can use a bead or two or three in the pieces I'm making.
The two necklaces below both handmade by me and feature beads I've made. Cat's eye accents & Clasp
Lampwork barrel with copper hearts encased. Swarovski crystals acce... Comment - Like
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Jul 29, 2010, 8:22 am
I have some very exciting news for soft glass lampworkers. Many of us know what frit is and also know the frustrations that can come with frits, such as beads stress cracking if too much of it is used on a bead.For those that haven't played with frit or are wondering what the heck is she talking abo... Comment - Like
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Jul 27, 2010, 9:33 pm
Well summer is winding down quickly it seems. A few more weeks and the kids will be back in school, the days will feel shorter...BUT it's not over yet and there is still plenty of warm weather and beach time! The beach is one of my favorite spots to visit in the summer but this year I haven't had a... Comment - Like
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Jul 10, 2010, 2:06 pm
My latest love is the lentil bead. Having finally gotten brave enough to step into the world of presses I've found a new shape to explore, decorate and expand my ever growing knowledge of this wonderful art form.
I made my first purchase of a brass glass press last week and decided to pick the lenti... Comment - Like
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Jul 9, 2010, 8:28 am
Inspired by my own love of kissy lipped fish and their brilliant colors these colorful triggerfish are the newest additions to Firebug Beads critter bead family.
Reel in your fine swimmer now, stop by my etsy store to hook your favorite one. Comment - Like
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Jun 24, 2010, 10:30 am
Boy it sure is hot this week. These new little guys have the right idea! Hanging out at the beach, keeping cool and looking cool in their beach attire. Each one has their own unique summer gear. From floppy summer hats to fun colored inner-tubes these little penguins know how to beat the heat.
It's... Comment - Like
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Jun 9, 2010, 3:00 pm
The weather has been gorgeous this week where I am. Blue skies, green grass and blooming flowers everywhere. How can I not be inspired with the sun shining and birds chirping? (although not today, it's raining...)
This week my inspiration came out in the hues of blues and greens. Inspired by ... Comment - Like
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Jun 8, 2010, 8:13 am
I have some jewerly pieces to showcase today. Designed by my mom (Susan) using Firebug Beads.
I just love that I can send my mom beads and she will take the time to create something with them. This gives me a completely new look at ways to use my beads or a whole new design style to add to my g... Comment - Like
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May 25, 2010, 8:16 am
I have some lovely eye candy for you today!
A Mermaid's Sea-Spell Bracelet featuring Firebug Beads glass beads and beautiful bali style accents and clasp.
I fell in love with this color the moment I started using it. The color is appropriately named Mermaid and is made by CiM (creation is messy). ... Comment - Like
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May 19, 2010, 9:34 am
Hi!! It's been some time since I posted. I've been busy with my new little endeavor and the weather is warming up so being outside is nice. The past few days we've been working on our back patio area. I always fill it with tons of potted plants and flowers. As you all know pots can get expensive the... Comment - Like
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May 18, 2010, 10:59 am
Yum-a-licious orange! This bracelet was created for a girlfriend of mine who's birthday is today -
HAPPY BIRTHDAY JACKIE!
She took a liking to this set of orange beads and they looked fabulous against her tan summer skin. So I thought it would be nice if I put a bracelet together for her using the... Comment - Like
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May 17, 2010, 8:59 am
Good Morning!
Today I have an adorable necklace to share. Created by Susan using one of Firebug Beads very own glass flowers!
I absolutely love her innovative idea on how to use this bead. Not only does it highlight the glass flower perfectly the overall design is simple but so striking. A beauti... Comment - Like
Hi all! My name is Nicole. I've been a member of blogged for awhile. I recently added a new blog called www.firebugbeads.blogspot.com, it's all about handmade glass beads a jewelry. I have another blog called www.lumpypagedesigns.blogspot.com which is filled with gobs of crafty stuff. If you like this sort of thing stop by and check out my blogs! I love visitors and I hope you find something to inspire your creative side!
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