Look for these beauties in the July issue of Bead Trends.
Archive for July, 2009
Charlotte Valantine
Niche Inspiration
When I found out that today was Harry Potter’s “birthday,” I couldn’t help myself. I find the snitch necklace especially adorable.
1. Fleur’s Golden Snitch by trophies.etsy.com
2. Lucious Malfoy on a Heart Necklace by dinafragola.etsy.com
3. Wizard Hat Charm available at SaraLibbey.etsy.com
4. Accio Harry Potter charms by BrighidsForge.etsy.com
Charlotte Valantine
Designer Highlight July 09
Marlene Rydzewski loves to work with freshwater pearls and precious gemstones. Her scientific background, attention to detail, and elegant style creates beautifully timeless classic designs. To see more of Marlene’s work see our July 09 issue!
Tatia Meyer
July Editor’s Pick by Carrie Benvenuti
Carrie Benvenuti is a certified PMC (Precious Metal Clay) artist and creates some of the most beautiful fine silver creations that “reflect the textures and the colors of the living world around us.” I absolutely love the organic nature of her Oak Goddess necklace and the detail of her one of a kind PMC pendant. To see more of Carrie’s work visiter her website at www.uraniumcafe.com.
Tatia Meyer
Welcome Ana Cabrera!
I am very excited to introduce Ana Cabrera, the newest member of the Northridge Media family. Ana is our Director of Online and Social Media and brings a wealth of expertise. You will be hearing from her on our blogs, Facebook, and Twitter. She is mom to three daughters, Sierra, Savannah, and Sedona, and has been an avid paper crafter for as long as she can remember.
When I asked Ana what she enjoyed most about the word of crafting, she said, “I absolutely LOVE this industry. I feel blessed to be a part of something that brings so many different women together. I love that we have a place to express ourselves, to document… to leave our mark in the world.”
Ana is going to be our eyes and ears at CHA in Orlando, Florida next week and will be posting about the awesome new products she discovers. Can’t wait to see what she finds.
Welcome, Ana!
Down to earth
I’m a sucker for earthy jewelry like these ones made from leather and twine. I’ve been wearing the brown one almost every day since I bought them at an amateur circus in Peru, Indiana last week (I’m saving the green one for a green-obsessed little girl), and I’m itching to try out some new leather-bead combinations.
