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Claire replied to Johanna Melendez's discussion Stretchy Seed Bead Bracelets"When I first started out I bought a ton of seed beads....yike! I too, recently started making bracelets with seed beads and other larger beads (that are left overs) on memory wire. I put them in a large container at craft shows at an inexpensive…"
Claire replied to Forevrgoddess's discussion what books do you recommend???"I usually just google my business question. I have gotten free info and great answers...these days you have to save $$$. I also think Rena gives wonderful advice. I've been success with her girl's jewelry party and also the suitcase idea…"
Claire commented on Claire's blog post This Great Site, Blogspot, Facebook...."Hi Paul,
Yes, there is a way to make money on facebook. I am sure I'm not using fb fully for that purpose. To entice future customers I do offer giveaways a few different times during the year. Good advertisement. They bring their friends to my…"
Claire commented on EmilyJoy's blog post Inspiration"I think all of us hit a wall at times. I use to think it was a bad thing but now it means I should enjoy other things...family, lunch with friends, shopping, cleaning - just things that I also enjoy. Look around your house - is there something that…"
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- Why are you visiting?
- To make new friends, Just visiting
- What is your favorite type of jewelry to make?
- Bracelets
- Tell us about yourself! What makes you interesting, unique, funny, talented, or...?
- I enjoy being creative. When I create it is where my true self comes out. I enjoy life and realize it's value. I love making jewelry and the endless knowledge of learning. Finallyl....I love tools!
- My website is:
- http://www.ToBeMeJewelry.com
- What is your favorite jewelry making style or medium?
- gemstone beads, metal smithing, wirework, glass, other
- What best describes your style?
- funky, sophisticated, 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?
- Turquoise and most of all lampwork beads. I just started making lampwork beads.
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Ocean Grove Craft Festival 2010 (NJ)
Good Day - Well, it's hot here down the shore! Love it and my flip-flops are on 24/7! I'm getting ready for the Ocean Grove Craft Festival in NJ. Takes place September 4th. It's a wonderful annual show boasting 5,000 customers and at least 250 vendors. I love attending as a vendor each year and never disappointed with weather, customers and interacting with it all!
If you're in the area come and say "hi"...I have a sign on the top of my…
ContinuePosted on September 1, 2010 at 6:45am
This Great Site, Blogspot, Facebook....
I have belonged to this site for quite a while. Time seems to pass too quickly and it seems i have neglected this site...things will change! This site is a wonderful place to network and we should all take advantage to chat and share...me included.
Since joining here I started my website: www.ToBeMeJewelry.com Please take a peek. If any newbies have questions about anything I do please ask. I will…
ContinuePosted on May 31, 2010 at 5:48am — 1 Comment
Comment Wall (3 comments)
- At 9:04am on September 16, 2008,
Lorri Ely said… - Love your website! I need to do more with the wire spiral designs--do you use a drill or a pin vise?
- At 4:49am on September 16, 2008, Claire said…
- Hi Lorri...This site is wonderful! I need to still explore it.
I do some soldering but need to learn so much more. There is always something to learn in jewelry making.
- At 6:30pm on September 15, 2008, Lorri Ely said…
- Hi, Claire! Welcome to the site, and I hope you enjoy it! I look forward to browsing your website, and hope to see some of your jewelry photos as well. I have been wanting to dust off my metal smithing kit (laying dormant for about two years) as we are headed into autumn and it's craft season! :-)
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