Category Archives: Beading

Long Time NO Blog!

It’s been a busy couple of years since I attempted to play with my blog. Instagram and Facebook have been my play spaces. As I come to the end of the MA course, many essays have been written, and I’ve had the privilege of participating in producing international papers around peacebuilding. Finding a place for participatory art during the pandemic has been necessary. Moving forward, developing a participatory art practice is an area I hope to continue to explore, mainly focusing on developing well-being and community resilience.

I’ll update images and work over the next few weeks, as I have the privilege of facilitating sessions twice in November 2023. I’ll support a class exploring sustainable books form at The Fishbowl in Downtown Seattle on November 11th.

Later in the month, I will explore PNW torcs with the NorthWest Bead Society.

The Art of Forgotten Things

 

Necklace detail

Two Christmases ago I was gifted a book about creating necklaces using peyote stitch clasps.It took me a year to learn the techniques and along the way I met a whole new group of friends.I have subsequently joined a local seed beading group.These are the pieces I have completed so far.

Deck outside my studio dreaming of the days when I’ll be creating outside again.

Altered necklace from our 25th anniversary trio to Hawaii.I can’t wear metal next to my skin so this makes a great alternative.To be worn at a fall wedding in the UK.