My family is fairly close geographically.  Still, two hours driving time separates us.  Teenagers and young kids in the next generation keep parents hopping from one sporting/music/school event to the next.  Somehow we all manage to get together on Mother's Day.  And I hope your family will celebrate the Moms among you, if not with a personal visit then at least a phone call.

And now onto this month's columns

Beading Tip  Managing Thread While Weaving

Marketing Tip  Staying on top of the Trends

Featured Bead Artist  This month we highlight Carla DiFrancesco from Germany. She has raised the triangle to an art form in her beads.    Please note that The Beading Times does not in any way participate in the sale of these hand crafted dazzlers and bears no responsibility for any transactions you may initiate. 

Beading Culture Decal beads

Beading Project   Classic wire wrapped earrings.

Design  Corner  Jewelry for Mom.

When dreaming about this website, I pictured a place for beading enthusiasts to gather, to participate and to share their knowledge.  I hope you all take part in shaping this magazine – I want it to truly be a group effort.  Your input is welcome here.  I’d love to have you nominate a bead maker or submit tips or projects (don’t worry about your writing skills - my staff stands ready to transform your basic instructions into publishable text.).  Beyond your participation in the regularly scheduled monthly features,  I’d like to see you guide the shape of things to come.  What would you like to see?  Want to edit a column, write a story or post a question for the staff?   This is your place to shine or to bask in the glow.  Everyone here at The Beading Times is anxious to create a homey place for you – just let us know what it takes by emailing me.

Wishing you happy Beading Times,

Sandy

Sandra J. Paluzzi
editor

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