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Cheryl
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- Coldwater, Michigan
- United States
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Jewelry Supplies Deals
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Home Jewelry Business
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How to Make Jewelry
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Jewelry Projects
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Michelle Du Pont commented on Cheryl's photo
Hi Cheryl. I like your display/booth setup. What did you use to create the two large tiers on your table?
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- Why are you visiting?
- I'm looking for project ideas, To make new friends, Just visiting
- What is your favorite type of jewelry to make?
- Earrings, Necklaces/Pendants, Bracelets
- Tell us about yourself! What makes you interesting, unique, funny, talented, or...?
- I started making jewelry for myself, and then it just snow-balled when other people asked for some! I was diagnosed with rhuematoid arthritis in 1995, and within 5 years had a lot of joint replacements and damage in my hands, etc...so as I was looking for something fulfilling to do to replace the things I could no longer do, I came across beads...and beads...and more beads.....I've always done some kind of craft, but this was just what I needed....I love the sparkle and shine....and more importantly.....my hands needed this workout....I keep them limber and moving, and my brain working....and the end result is beautiful jewelry and a kind of medicine you don't find in a pharmacy bottle....woo hoo...I love my beads....so, now I do craft shows, in-home shows, girl's party shows, and have quite a few clients that come into my "little" in home studio....I give lessons at our local senior center.....and I also have some gals that come to my home for private lessons....it's been great...lots of ups and downs....but I love every minute of it!
- What is your favorite jewelry making style or medium?
- semi-precious beads, gemstone beads
- What best describes your style?
- unique, one-of-a-kind
- What are your favorite colors in making jewelry?
- Blues and purples......
- What are your favorite beads and stones for making jewelry?
- Swarovskis, Czech glass, and so many of the semi-precious stones I can't pick a favorite...I also love Catseye!
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Comment Wall (2 comments)
- At 12:14pm on September 13, 2008,
Miriam Grafer said… 
- At 7:15am on August 4, 2008,
Lorri Ely said… - Hi, Cheryl. Thanks for joining the site and I hope you enjoy it. My Mom has RA as well, and she also enjoys beading. I look forward to seeing some photos of your work, it sounds lovely!
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