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Dichroic Glass from CBS – Uroborus 104 for the Bead Maker and Crinklized Dichro

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I recently received some glass samples to try out from CBS, Coatings by Sandberg, which makes the best dichroic coatings in the glass industry. The samples were of Uroborus 104 thin sheet and since I make most of my beads with 104 glass they wanted to know what I thought. Loved it! With thin glass you can make smaller beads, or more dichro saturated beads since there’s less glass to wrap. I love to make small beads so this was great. I also got to try the new crinklized dichro which was super fun and super sparkley. I need to take some pictures of the beads I made to post and will do so very soon. This glass is available through CBS and if you use a lot of 104 glass you’ll want to give it a try. And it’s made in the USA! Now can they coat some colored glass maybe?

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Ever dreamed of sewing your own shoes? I recently stumbled across this Wayfarer Shoes Adult PDF Sewing Pattern on Etsy, and it instantly caught my eye—not just for the sleek and casual design, but for the practicality of being able to make something so unique and wearable right from home!

This pattern is clearly laid out and beginner-friendly, with step-by-step photo instructions that make it feel more like a cozy afternoon craft session than a daunting DIY project. The design is surprisingly versatile—you can use canvas, denim, or even upcycle fabric scraps to make something truly personal. And let’s talk comfort: the finished shoes are flexible and perfect for indoor lounging or quick errands. It’s the kind of project that makes you feel a little extra crafty and a lot proud.

What I really love is that it’s a digital download, so you can get started immediately—no waiting around for shipping. Plus, it makes for a fantastic handmade gift idea (think Mother’s Day, birthdays, or even matching family sets!).

If you’re looking to stretch your sewing skills beyond clothes and bags, this is the perfect weekend project to try. It’s practical, stylish, and just quirky enough to say, “Yes, I made these myself!” .