For those of you in the Seattle area in July you can take an enamel and lampworking class and make insanely cool beads with Bronwen Heilman. She’s teaching over at Pratt Fine Art Center. It’s a three day class, July 19-21. Check out her web site for more information. Painting with enamels, fusing and then rolling up the image into a bead sounds like such a good time. 
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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!