Monday, December 8, 2008

it is official!


What I leaked yesterday, is now official today !!



And Interweave has sent (and graciously allowed me to post) the cover!

The best part? Now it is real. I was encouraged to enter by my dear friend, Louise Fischer Cozzi. I had many excuses. Bead Star made it quite simple. So I beaded and entered!

I did enter more than one piece, the rules allowed one entry in each of nine catagories. This was one of the two I entered with polymer clay and I am delighted! Polymer clay is a wonderful medium and the combination with seed beads is one that needs more exploration.

The magazine officially goes on sale at newstands Dec15th per the news release. However I have beading friends who have already purchased this inaugaural issue, so run out and get your copy. There are some wonderful designs in it by both well-known designers and newcomers.

. . . another drum roll please . . .
(hey, this has never happened to me before! so gimme a break here)

Art Bead Scene as I mention here, has a monthly challenge. (I did encourage you to enter.) And my entry is featured for the week! I happen to adore this piece. I have a black turtleneck silk sheath dress and deep V tangerine pullover cashmere sweater I have worn this with. The look is to die for! Artsy and elegant.
btw, that is a hollow square lentil. I used Scupley's Light . It has a powdery tactile feel, almost like a sanded silk. Heaven.

To everyone who stops by, leaves a note...you will be entered in a chance to win fabulous fabric beads by Kristal Wick! bonne chance!
Valerie

6 comments:

EmandaJ December 9, 2008 1:45 AM  

Congratulations Valerie,

Sometimes we have to jump in with both feet -- and it looks like you landed quite firmly on yours. Best wishes for your future successes. You are a star!

Emanda

Connie December 9, 2008 2:12 AM  

i found your blog thru Art bead Scene. I also went and saw your website. really beautiful art pieces! Congratulations on both of your wins!
connie

Jael December 10, 2008 2:33 PM  

Great job, and well deserved!!
Jael

michelle December 10, 2008 6:31 PM  

Congratulations! I was AMAZED by your piece--such wonderful use of color!

Anonymous,  December 13, 2008 7:09 PM  

Congratulations on your win in the BEAD STAR contest! I absolutely love the mix of copper and black and white seeds with your scarab bead and bands. Keep the create juices flowing!
Karen
Katgoddess@comcast.net

craftyLinda December 14, 2008 1:02 PM  

This is the first time I have visited your site and love it. You do really beautiful work. Congratulations on your wins.
Linda

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