Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Lampwork Classes at the Gem Cutter's Guild


I am a member of the Gem Cutters Guild of Baltimore and they have an upcoming class with one of my favorite teachers Lisa St. Martin. Lisa makes the daunting task of making glass beads seem easy and thrilling at the same time. Lisa is teaching beginner to intermediate skill levels in this class which for her is as easy as pie. I attended two of her classes, one in DC and the other at Cauldron Crafts in Catonsville. Both were absolutely wonderful. Lisa has been making glass beads for so long her web site is www.glassbeads.com. She was an artist with vision snatching up that coveted web address. If you think you might like to try this class the description and registration information are below. Good Luck and hope to see you there! Bicone Bead by Lisa St. Martin.


• Lisa St Martin March 28 and 29 Saturday & Sunday 10 AM - 4 PM (2 days/12 hours) Tuition: $200 • There is a $35 materials fee - Paid to the instructor the first day of class This class is for the student who has taken a beginning class in lampwork glass beadmaking or someone who needs a refresher and is ready to try new things and improve skills. Class will have a short overview on equipment and safety, and then we will move on to more advanced color, shaping and decorative techniques. The emphasis in this class will be on hands-on torch work. Instructor will work with students on their individual needs. Join us for this exciting exploration of glass.

register at http://www.gemcuttersguild.com/classesespring.htm

Monday, February 16, 2009

Half-Price Sundays At ETSY

I just started a promotion at my ETSY store www.ArtJewelryOnline.ETSY.com called Half-Price Sundays. I ask visitors to stop by and vote on their favorite jewelry and the item that gets the most votes is featured for half-price the following Sunday. The first week was all about glamour featuring a reclaimed mink ring reg. $280 on sale for $240 and the Apple Mill mink earrings Reg. $120 Sale $60. Next Sunday I will tally the votes and feature the winner at HALF-PRICE!