Last week Jennie Hennesay (https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Bead-Doodler/109420785780590?pnref=lhc) posted this gorgeous photo on her Facebook page commenting:
"A few days ago I saw this beautiful
picture on a FaceBook friend's post. I made the comment the purple and
aqua were beautiful colors for beaded jewelry and added I thought Dini Alves was rubbing off on me. I promptly got a challenge from her to make a piece of jewelry with these colors. If
you know Dini, you may know her work "Colors of my World". As I don't
know her personally and am in awe of her work, I was greatly honored by
her challenge."
When we've both finished we'll post our results on our Facebook pages and in our blogs. You'll see it here first!
This is a custom made guitar strap for my special granddaughter, Brenley Seanor.
It tells her story through beadweaving...from top to bottom, carefully
depicting some of her loves and interests. It was a true labor of love
for one of the very special people in my life. Love, Gram
bead (bed) n. - a small ball of glass, etc. pierced for stringing. en.er.gy (en er je) n. - force of expression, capacity for action, power developed or released by a device.
A beadologist'sBEADENERGY!
This is what happens post-op when you're still immobile! And this is only 2 weeks worth. Lord help me:)
Just listed in my ETSY SHOP:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/233120829/touch-of-marooooon?utm_source=OpenGraph&utm_medium=ConnectedShop&utm_campaign=Share&fb_ref=Default
...I have the perameters set only to show the first 15 posts on the first page so that this blog will load quickly for you. There are many more photos of our inventory of beadwork, etc. so...BE SURE,when you get to the last post on this page, to CLICK ON the words "Older Posts" after the last photo ~ you'll find it on the right side of the page. That click will bring up another 15 posts for you, and keep clicking on those words at the bottom of the posts for our entire inventory!
BEADAZZLED FOLLOWERS; how about you?
Welcome to BEADAZZLED of OREGON!
"A unique place to shop!We hope you'll take a few minutes to sit back and browse Beadazzled's Library of unique wearable beaded art. Take your time and check back often. Maybe you'd like to join our 'Followers Club' for instant contact when any new pieces are added? There are always new items to enjoy. My prices are reasonable and all pieces are one-of-a-kind. Stay well." ~ Dini
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My name is Tamara. I am a 20 year old beadweaver. I absolutely love your work. I've been busy and very discouraged about not getting time to bead lately, but looking at your work has brought a smile back to my face. Thank you for the inspiration. I didn't think I'd find anyone on Etsy who tends to do mostly asymmetrical work, which is my personal favorite. THanks again! Tamara, Etsy member --------------------------------- I now went through the entire collection, piece by piece. Here it goes: this is one of the most amazing examples of beadwork that I have ever seen. I am so excited to see your work! Truly amazing. You made my day! Respect and admiration. Olga, Etsy beadweaver -------------------------------- "I'm a first time visitor to your blog and I just needed to say: good GAWD, woman, you have some gorgeous pieces! I love your funkiness and uniqueness in each one. Happy Beading!! Beaderjojo, Connecticut -------------------------------- "I thought I was a beader until I saw your work. Wow. It's incredible. You're truly an artist!" Shelwinder, ETSY member -------------------------------- "Wow, Dini. What a fabulous design! Actually, I enjoyed looking at all of your work. I really like the way you design around your focal beads. Really very unique and just beautiful! Thanks for sending the photo (and the link too!). When I get a chance to update my webpage I'll include your work in the "Designer Showcase". Thanks for sharing. Julie Picarello Yellow House Designs -------------------------------- "Talking of creativity, I find your work wonderful, exciting and inspiring! Incredible stuff!" K, Flickr site. -------------------------------- "I got on your Beadazzled blog this morning and I am so inspired, they are just beautiful!" Sharon, Merlin, OR -------------------------------- "I am at a loss for words! Your work is simply amazing!" The Beads and I, Athens, Greece ------------------------------- (RE: "The Burl") "Wow! What a wonderful masterpiece you have there!! Very nice attention to detail!!" Kristi Seanor A Slice of Life Photography -------------------------------- "My Beadazzled necklace is one of my prize possessions. People always admire it because it is an artisan-crafted one-of-a-kind piece that will always be in style. The Burl and bead "sculpture" is breath-taking." Paula Wrenn The Write Angle, Sonoma County, CA --------------------------------- "I have never seen such creative beading and your eye for color choices is extraordinary! Keep it up!" Joyce, Florida, USA --------------------------------- "Wow Dini, this is very cool...looking forward to more!" Rachel, Santa Rosa, CA --------------------------------- "Dini, these are all so unique and beautiful. I told you 'Forest Walk' was my favorite, but I'm thinking that 'Abstract' is so visually appealing and has such movement, I am just blown away. I am looking forward to seeing more of your gorgeous bead sculpture." Susan Moore, Artist Geyserville, CA ---------------------------------- "I have gotten so many compliments on my Beadazzled necklace ~ it's a one-of-a-kind and I am truly excited to have found you! I love really unusual jewelry like yours. Thank you!" Janice, Phoenix, AZ ---------------------------------- "Your site is fabulous ~ your creativity is an inspiration. Please put me on your emailing list for your updates. How does a person choose which creation to purchase?" Joan B, Salt Lake City, UT --------------------------------- "Dini, (RE: "Lapis Shield") I love the way you have incorporated the turquoise in with such an amazing color palatte. The shield is so unique. This is a great one, too." Susie, --------------------------------- "WOW!!!!! Your stuff is amazing! How long does it take you to do one piece? Your cite is great and really shows the detail and the beauty of the pieces." Tiffany, Healdsburg, CA ---------------------------------- (RE: "Stone Watch") "Holy Crap! That's amazing!" Jane, Ontario, Canada --------------------------------- (RE: "Stone Watch" "Beyond stunning!" MAKUstudios Phoenix, AZ ---------------------------------