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Archive for November, 2008

Imagination is…

Friday, November 7th, 2008

Albert Einstein is most well known for his theory of relativity and for winning the Nobel Peace Prize in Physics in 1921.  And while I cannot deny that he was a great intellectual man, what intrigues me more is that he took the time to make profound observations regarding life and how to live it to its fullest.

My favorite quote from Einstein, “Imagination is more important than knowledge“, alludes to the importance of child-like imagination that allows unlimited possibilities.¬† This is the world that I prefer to live in.¬† One where you are only limited by what you can imagine.

Bit by bit (and bead by bead) it is my dream to enable the beadwork artists of Beaded Hope to be limitless in their imagination.

If you’ve kept up with Beaded Hope then you already know that Nelly and Betty are two amazing beadwork artists.¬† Their work includes stars, trees, balls, snowmen and even necklaces.

Last March, while in South Africa, I spent some time with Nelly and Betty.¬† I asked them if they would be able to come up with a new beadwork design for this Christmas.¬† I didn’t give them ANY direction or instruction; I simply suggested that each year they modify their design so that it’s fresh and new.

Well, as always, they have come up with a wonderful new design for this year’s beaded Christmas balls.¬† Each ball in their new design is surrounded by a delicate flower-like pattern that is done in either traditional colors or modern colors.

Check out Nelly and Betty’s new designs in the Just In! section of the Beaded Hope store.

Twist & Save Jewelry Show

Thursday, November 6th, 2008

Once again, it’s time for my annual Jennifer’s Designs fall jewelry show, but this year there’s a TWIST. My creative juices have been flowing and I’m working on an entirely new design line. It’s going to have patterns, textures, photography, mixed metals, organic elements, and more. But it’s not quite ready to roll out yet and, honestly, I need to make space for my new line.

So, this year I am offering a special opportunity to all of my past customers. Come to the show, bring this invitation and you’ll SAVE 25% off of any Jennifer’s Designs item. Yeah, I said 25% off you entire Jennifer’s Designs purchase!

You’ve gotta love the savings (who wouldn’t in this crazy economy) and I can’t wait to make space for my new line. It’s a win-win all the way around.

As in the past, Beaded Hope items will also be available. New to the show this year are the wildly popular beaded key rings, new ornament designs from Nelly and Betty, as well as some surprise items that aren’t even on the Beaded Hope website (you’ll just have to come to the show to see them).

Event Details
Saturday, November 8th from 1:00 until 5:00 and
Sunday, November 9th from 1:00 until 3:00

To RSVP visit the Evite.