Carla Mahan Beyerlein of CarlaBeads on etsy posted link on Facebook to a tutorial on Lampwork Etc. of “The Blue Bead” by Sara Kay that is such a lovely bead. It uses cobalt glass, silver foil and clear and the result is just beautiful. It’s a nice recipe and if you don’t have any Kronos glass you can get similar if not better silver glass effects. It is made with silver foil after all. This tutorial makes me want to get on the torch right now and make a blue bead. I’ve got a class I’m teaching this weekend and this might be a great thing to show my students on the second day. Something to think about. Well, if you try the tutorial out send me a picture of your bead so I can post it here.
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Sunday Shout Out – Sleeping Plesiosaur Dragon
Another Sunday, another opportunity to celebrate the vibrant Etsy crochet community! In today’s Sunday Shout Out, we’re featuring a seller who embodies the spirit of handmade creativity and mystical charm.
SleekGrace creates patterns that are fun and in this case mystical. Their popular design, Sleeping Plesiosaur Dragon captures the magic of fairtales with its whimsical and heartwarming touches. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, this pattern is sure to bring joy to your toy projects.
Did you know? Etsy sellers like Sleek Grace are part of a global network of over 4.3 million independent creators. Even better, more than 90% of Etsy shops are women-owned, making each purchase a powerful way to support women in business.
Check out SleekGrace’s shop here and discover even more inspiring creations. Let’s spread the love for handmade. Don’t forget to join us next week for another story celebrating creativity and community!