Slowing Down for New Ideas

In my normal everyday life I assist managing a Wedding Photography company. Right now is the busiest time of year. We just survived 10-10-10. Everything went well and now it's going to slowly die down. I love the chaos and busy part of my job. Everyday is something knew and believe me I have heard and seen it all. It's rare when a bride or groom will do or say something that widens my eyes. After all it is Vegas and anything could happen.

October is coming to and end and this means many things; colder weather, fewer tourists, time to relax (whatever that is) and the best part of all...I get to create again. As much as I love the busy times of years it takes away from making things.

We have moved twice in the last year. It seems that every time we move my work studio never quite gets back into place. As I look around me this room is a mess. I can never seem to work when nothing is in it's proper place. Regardless here I am back in the saddle again. My work room is coming along and I finally have a clean desk to write and create.

I purchased some Swarovski Crystal Elements today. I have always been a traditionalist in my beading techniques, but thought I would try something different. My experiment will be to combine traditional quill earrings with the new-age cluster style I see so frequently. I have experimented with new techniques in raised bead work and it seemed to end on my favor. Cross your fingers and let's see if this new idea comes through.

On a brighter note...My parents 3 year and working present is complete. Photos of this and the new techniques coming soon. Stay tuned for some beading magic.

Thanks for sharing this journey with me,
Amanda