Between kids, home, and developing new designs for my lampwork beads, I haven't been making much jewelry lately - yeah, there hasn't been a lot of time for jewelry making, but even more - there hasn't been much motivation, oomph, or even inspired spark. I think I really just needed a break.
I knew that the next Bead Soup Blog Party was fast approaching, and was really on the fence about participating, given my lack of creative mojo. (I first participated in the September 2011 Bead Soup Blog Party and had a blast! I made a few new friends, not least of whom was my partner, Ambra Gostoli - annnd, I got booted waaay out of my comfort zone and came up with some exciting new (for me!) designs.)
Then I learned that Lori Anderson, creative mastermind behind the increasingly popular Bead Soup Blog Parties, is hosting just one of these massive events per year now. (Really, I'm not at all surprised - coordinating this online festivity is an insane amount of work and stress - Lori is truly gifted and amazing to be able to pull this off, time & again. She inspires me, that girl does.)
Suddenly the inner child in me stood up on the chair and loudly declared that she did NOT want to be left out.
So...I signed up this past weekend.
Now I'm trying to figure out what kind of bead soup to send my partner - I sent Ambra one of my tulip beads and some coordinating spacers last time, and I've got some great calla lily beads happening now...but...gosh, maybe something other than a floral theme? Hmmm. Sounds like a GREAT excuse to head out to the torch!
In any event, break time is over and I'm hoping my creative muse gets the memo.
8 comments:
I'm in too! My first time and can't wait to get started! I read through the list last night and I think there are 4 of us ArtCharmers in it. Way too cool....and a great way to get those creative juices flowing for sure! See ya at the party!
Yay Bev!!! I'm thrilled that you signed up too - I saw you, me, Dana, and Amber Dawn - is that everyone? I'm starting to get excited!
I am SO glad you did!!!!!
Me too, Lori! Thank you SOOOO much for making this happen for us!
Hey Chris, so glad you moved yourself back into create mode. The mojo will follow, for sure. You're such a talented artist. I'm sending good *sparky* energy to help you sizzle with new ideas.
Love you.
Thanks for the love Peg - you're the bestest! I'm glad I'm scooting back over to the creative side of the street too! xoxo atcha Girlie!
stopping in visiting all the blogs for the bead soup blog party! good look with the challenge!
Looking forward to seeing what you create!
Thanks so much for popping by to see what I made for the BSBP! And for the wonderful comments you left. I appreciate it. Have a fab week!
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