And now without further ado... Bead Soup!
Hello and Welcome to the first Bead Soup Blog Party reveal! If you are here, you are most likely familiar with Lori Anderson's Bead Soup Blog Party ( or BSBP...) but if you just arrived from the far flung reaches of the Universe then here is a synopsis: 2 people, personally paired by Lori, exchange packages, beads aplenty. Head to the studio and make magic, whether it be ornate, simple, a new style, a challenge... Share your creations here. (For all the details, including the future Hop dates - Bead Soup Blog Party. )
My partner - what a nice way to 'meet' new people! - is Cassie Donlen. Cassie is a lampwork beadmaker, jewelry designer, and artist extraordinaire. Her work was new to me... was I out in the far flung reaches of the Universe? I love every thing she sent me, and she was so generous! Here is my loot:
( For what I sent Cassie - she has great pix on her blog. )
The first thing that popped into my head was "Exotic blossom".
I need to pause here, to build anticipation for the reveal and also to give you a bit of back story/inspiration. My Bead soup from Cassie got lost. There were a few tense days - and the Postal Service is NOT to blame. I sent her my address typed incorrectly. (The whole story is posted here in my first BSBP blog. ) Clearly I did retrieve my package. While some people would attribute this to luck, or coincidence - I think there is a message here. The Universe was shouting at me. The message you ask? Well its all tied in to the 'exotic blossom' ...
And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.
Anais Nin
I kept the 2 main flower focals together, and added dangles. The stamped copper reads "Risk" and "Blossom" to remind me to move forward and push the boundaries. I hung the blossom on a link of chain, showcasing another of Cassie's lovely beads. The green and blue together, contrasted with the red...and the nature of the focal were all so visually appealing that I found myself designing a simple piece to accentuate the focal. I had planned to use the fab copper chain Cassie sent for this pendant, but I needed more red for balance. (Silk from Marsha Neal Studio). This is an amulet to me, and while I may add more charms - for right now it is complete.
The pendant wasn't the only creation... The first thing I did was this...
...using Cassie's clasp and focal bead. I admit - it was my favorite bead so it got singled out for deluxe treatment. Strung with copper and glass from the Soup, and paired with copper chain, and hand spun sari fiber. (You read that right. Its not ribbon. It was hand spun from recycled saris. YetiandYarndrygoods on Etsy) I am thrilled with this one, and plan to wear it often - whenever I am not in the Ceramics studio, that is...
On a final note - thanks to Lori and to Cassie for yet another fantastic BSBP experience! I appreciate all the time and effort went into organizing, and the creation of these beautiful beads. Each year I participate I am excited to have a chance to PLAY, to do something new and unusual, to be inspired, abe to experiment a bit. But enough of ME - you, my dear blog reader, have other treasure to view, creations to see!
Here is the link to the complete list of participants in today's reveal: Bead Soup Blog Party July Reveal. Have fun! And thanks for stopping by...
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Beautiful...
... you did great justice to your soup ingredients. I love the pendant, and the bracelet has such a warm feeling, no wonder you will wear it often, who wouldn't?
What a fantastic array of
What a fantastic array of beads, gorgeous pieces.
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Awesome awesome stuff! Love the mix of colours! I especially like the focal you created! good job! :)
Your pieces
I love both pieces. They are amazing. I use Marsha's silks too. They are wonderful.
What a great soup. The flower
What a great soup. The flower blossom is so cute, but I really love that bracelet with that gorgeous clasp. Lots of texture in that one.
*DROOL!*
You got my dream partner! What fantastic soup! I am so glad you found your package! You were destined to be the owner of that soup, I just love that necklace, it's really awesome. I am not normally into words, but I love the symbolism there. Lovely.
Beautiful!
Amazing creations! You did a super job! =)
well done, I love them all,
well done, I love them all, you received a bautiful soup and did a great job with it!
ciao dall' Italia
I am so very glad this worked
I am so very glad this worked out! The universe has a definite sense of humor that shows up when we need it - and just to show that it means no harm, things are put right one way or another.
You communicated your inspiration perfectly in both pieces - I can see why the bracelet is a favorite - it would be for me, as well!
Beautiful!
Wow, what a great job you did with Cassie's beads! I absolutely love your interpretation of Anais Nin's words, and also the bracelet. Thanks for showing us!
I thought the necklace was
I thought the necklace was super adorable. And then I scrolled down and saw the bracelet! I would totally wear both of these pieces often :) Well done!
Love the whole thing!
The quote and the necklace! Cool!
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Love, love, love that flower design and bracelet!! You did an awesome job with your bead soup!
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I love both pieces equal. I love the vibrant blues in the bracelet and I love how you strung accent beads across the circle. The bud is just beautiful as well. So glad you finally got you soup!
What can I say?
I love all the textures and gorgeous color in both pieces but that bracelet....oh my. I would love to wear it. You did an amazing job with amazing beads!
soup
Beautiful soup and thank goodness you were able to find it!
Beautiful pieces! Powerful words!
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I love these two pieces. Great job using simple designs with those beautiful lampwork beads. I like how you added beads across the center of the circle.
Amazing pieces Jenny! Love
Amazing pieces Jenny! Love all the color in the pendant and the layered look of the bracelet. So glad that you did receive your package:) I'd be a basket case if I did that!
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both pieces are fun ,like them
Mmmmmmmm Noodle Soup, I mean. . ..
Both your necklace and bracelet are really beautiful. You did an amazing job displaying Cassie's beads. I'm particularly smitten with your necklace/pendant. It's the bright colors of it that really draw me in. Wonderfully done!
Indecisive
I honestly can't decide which one I like the best. I'd wear the bracelet in a heartbeat 'cause I love the clasp and the silk.
Wonderful!
I really love your 2 pieces, the amulet is so lovely, and so personal too. And the bracelet is divine!
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What a wonderful treasure trove of beads you received! I love your necklace so bright & fun and inspirational!
Wonderful work! I'm so happy
Wonderful work! I'm so happy that despite your best efforts to get it lost the package found you :) That clasp is really such a star, I love the supporting cast you gave it. Beautiful!
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Love the bracelet. You done good. Check me out during second reveal at www.heavenlanecreations.com
What a great piece! And what
What a great piece! And what lovely inspiration - that's always been a favorite quote of mine, and you captured it perfectly with your exotic blossom. Love the colors, too!
Lovely!!!
Wow, I'm so glad that you did receieve your package!! Your creations are beautiful...I really love that bracelet, too!!!
Good things
Such a good thing you found the package!! Love, love, love that the lampwork bead went into the copper link. A girl after my own heart...lol. Awesome job
Both your piece are
Both your piece are wonderful! I really like the balance in the necklace between the beads, metal and fabric ... just beautiful. And agree that lovely bead you singled out for the bracelet is amazing - just love it!
Great pieces Jenny. I
Great pieces Jenny. I particularly love the bracelet. I love the mix of sari fiber with chain and beads. What a great combo. I love Cassie's beads. I have a few in my stash that I have been hoarding for years. I need to bring them out to play.
Marvelous Soup!!!
I think you created some superb work with that awesome soup you received! That necklace just makes me want to wear it and fiddle with it the entire time (I know it has to make some small noise with those dangles, which gives it even more character :).
And that bracelet - can't wait to oogle over it in person over coffee next week! Great Job as always Jenny!
The universe speaks!
And you listened! I love both pieces but that necklace is really special.
GORGEOUS
I absolutely love both of your creations!!!
GORGEOUS
I absolutely love both of your creations!!!
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Gorgeous work! I love your display of the focal/lampwork.
Lovely
I am so impressed with the simplicity and the playfulness of this project. Great job.
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Lucky you getting paired with Cassie! I adore her beads. And I love what you made with them even more. The pendant is so clever and special. The bracelet is just plain gorgeous. I would wear it everyday too! So glad you managed to get your package in spite of the address mix-up. That would have been so devastating.
And thanks for stopping by my reveal earlier today. Have a great weekend!
I love the story behind the
I love the story behind the piece Jenny - but it's not nearly half as nice as the work.
Awesome!
Cassie is one of my favorite lampwork artists of all time! I love her work, own some of it! You did a great job with it and I'm glad it didn't stay lost! Beautiful work!
Stunning
That's the first word that popped into my head when I read your post. I so love the meaning in this necklace, and the colors are awesome! I do wish you didn't like that bracelet so much, cause I love it!!!
What gorgeous beads. I love
What gorgeous beads. I love the personal touch you added to the first one, and the bracelet has such lush texture. Great soup!
I'm so glad your soup finally
I'm so glad your soup finally arrived. And what a fabulous soup it was!
I love both pieces; the focal on the first one is gorgeous, and I love the colors and textures of the second piece. That focal is lovely!
Amazing pendant!!!
I really love your "Exotic Blossom", it reminds me of stories of space from the 50's...and Jules Verne..and well it's pretty darn cool.
I like all the different materials you used in your bracelet too.
I saw your ceramic creations on your partner's page and I have added your etsy shop to my list of favorites :) I really like your work!
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Beautiful Soup ingredients!! I love the clasp you were sent. Great designs! My favorite is the bracelet.
Fantastic work - the pendant
Fantastic work - the pendant is beautiful and the detail in the bracelet is lovely =)
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Great designs! Love what you did with your mix! I think the bracelet is my favorite.
Yummy soup
Love your pieces. Love the flower focal piece.
Great Designs!
I love the necklace and bracelet! I have admired Cassie Donlen's work for some time. You did a great job with her whimsical beads!
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Both pieces are wonderful! I am loving the focal of the necklace-fantastic design. I also really like the diversity of elements in the bracelet-very eclectic and fun!
What a beautiful message for
What a beautiful message for us all. We all need to take the risk to blossom. Great job on the bead soup. Great message. Yes, the universe would probably have been thrown off its axis if this soup had not arrived. It's amazing sometimes how things work out. I love the bracelet. The necklace is great too. Oh I can't decide - I love them both. Great job!
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