Klew polymer clay bead necklace

I've finally made a crochet rope to go with this bead from Klew . I have enjoyed wearing it.

Idele's Fish Pincushion

This pincushion was inspired by an antique metallic one Idele owns.

It is beaded instead of metallic.

Idele's Greenhouse

My friend and miniature bead artist extraordinaire Idele Gilbert has a new series going. Right angle weave boxes that are full of pictures that you pull out of the box.

The first one in the series is a Greenhouse. Here are some pictures for you to enjoy. Idele herself took some of the photos. I think they are just amazing. They remind me of the magic boxes of David Chatt with Idele's own creativity.

Bead Around the World Necklace

This necklace is from the swap of 2008. I have been very slow to post lately.

The focal bead is Angelica's contribution. Better late than never?

Brass Filigree Set Opal cabochon

I found this blue cabochon at the Tucson show in February 2010. I used Vintaj findings to bezel it and make a bail for it. The necklace part is herringbone chain made with Toho Treasures 22L and inserts of Swarovski crystals in zircon complete the materials.

I like magnetic clasps because they are so easy to use. So there is no beaded toggle clasp and button for me.

Crochet rope necklace with hidden clasp

I finished this rope some months ago. Finally I put on a magnetic clasp. Then I made a beaded bead to hide the clasp. The beaded bead is a simple peyote beaded tube that I zipped together around the necklace. I think I like this idea of hiding the clasp. It is comfortable to wear.

Idele's Fantastic Blue Parakeet

My friend Idele loves beading and parakeets. Her birds are real talkers.
Last year she beaded this bird in peyote stitch. It can stand, and turn its head and the body has a secret hinge and it can open up into two pieces. It is a wonder to see.

Idele's bird is here.

Idele's own website and a link to her blog are here