South Florida Intergalactic Bead Festival Pompano Beach, FL Oct. 18-19, 2003 10AM - 5PM Saturday, Oct. 18 and Sunday, Oct. 19 - Pompano Beach Civic Center - 1801 N.E. 6TH St. Pompano Beach, FL From I-95 Exit 36 east on Atlantic Blvd. north on US ROUTE 1 (FEDERAL HIGHWAY), then west on 6TH...

After another night of staying up coughing, or being with the kids as they coughed, I just couldn't handle it anymore, and I had Adam call in to work today. We all trekked down to urgent care after clearing it with the pediatrician's office, and saw the only Doc I've ever seen here for myself--he...

My first real seed beading after taking a class yesterday! http://www.beadbimbo.com/ebay/class1.jpg The first one is a spiral bracelet, and then 2nd one, she calls "confetti". I'm thinking of making it into a lariat, or making a vessel to go with it. I'm hooked. Ok, I'm starting to get the seed...

I'm getting ready to leave for The Big Meeting, and wanted to post here before I left. I can feel the great vibes from you guys surrounding me like a security blanket! I'm nervous, as this could mean huge changes for my business, but no matter what happens the process has been good for me. Oh,...

What is the best way to learn to make jewerly? I know it's probably different for each person but do you prefer magazines, books or actual hands-on classes?

OK, could all my potential neighbors in CA let me know where you live so I can find you on a map? Lynda, you can play too (just tell me what part of CA it is that you visit). I know that no one actually lives close to where I am, but I want to find you anyway. Thanks. Becki "In between the...

Hey! It looks like all my work on the writing and distribution of the press release about my public art project is paying off! A local paper has decided that I'm "What's Hot"... At least in their Feb. 5th issue. LOL! I'm doing my best to NOT have any pictures of me in the feature, and I'm insisting...

Hi, Would anyone mind recommending (or warning against) a digital camera that is suitable for photographing beads and jewelry up close? I'd also like to be able to use it for just general purpose family photos too. I've looked and looked... in stores and online and it just gets more confusing. It...

Just for fun I listed 3 ready made polymer clay canes. These might be fun for the kids to use to make some things without a lot of fuss. They have buy it now prices and I will be shipping on Wed. if you want instant gratification. Thanks a...

This was in the April B&B, and I had to try one. I thought I'd show the progression, so if you just want to see the finished necklace, skip down to photo 5asm. The base: http://www.beadbimbo.com/ebay/network2asm.jpg

Well, I can finally tell you all about my big plans because I've told the boss this week. I couldn't say anything until now because I didn't want to risk my employer getting wind of my news until it was a certainty. Brook and I have a long cherished dream to work and travel the world. On December...

I've been working on my website (it's not live yet, so don't waste your time by looking) and wanted to reflect my new look in my eBay Auctions. I'd love to know what you think. There's only one auction up right now, though of course my eBay Store has some things in it. Not trying to drum up...

Magic City Intergalactic Bead Festival Birmingham, AL Sept. 6-7, 2003 10AM - 5PM Saturday, Sept. 6 and Sunday, Sept. 7 - Zamora Shrine Temple 3521 Ratliff Rd. Irondale, AL From I-459 Exit 29, west on I-20 to Exit 135, south on Old Leeds Rd., east on Grantswood Rd. (Masonic Dr.) to Ratliff Rd....

The only thing I see wrong with it are the breasts. They're a bit too high and round for their size. Some women do have breasts that are naturally that perky, but they're generally on the small side. But even that is a very minor complaint..had you and others not pointed it out, I may not have even...

In article 1056945855.558933@webserver, melinda wrote: Well due date has come and gone, and I'm still here waiting for something to happen/start.... I'll try and keep you posted! Oh man! I hope it happens soon!

Hey, drop me a note if you're a travel agent. I need some plane tickets. :-) -- Tink www.blackswampglassworks.com Now offering private lampworking instruction! http://snurl.com/2pun for auctions...

If any lampworkers or lampwork afficionados could give me your opinions regarding hard and soft glass, I'd appreciate it. I have read and read, looked at sites, ingested these posts and I now know that there is a huge difference between boro glass and soft glass. I know the difference has to do...

Do any of you still lingering here attend bead shows in your area? If so, which ones are your favorites and why? Do you have a favorite bead show vendor? Linda2

Vibrant Jewels Online Bead & Jewelry Store http://www.vibrantjewels.com/jewelry/welcome.htm OK, I decided to look up Austrian Crystal to see if anyone but Swarovski made them... And I came across this wild site advertising "Genuine Austrian Crystals Made in the USA". Now don't that just take the...

Agreed. I frequently wonder what keeps the 'targeted' kids from forming alliances against bullies. Any theories (or experiences) on that question? I think it's a sense of feeling totally alone, at times. Also, sometimes, a "thank god they're not after me this time" relief. And the fear...