Today's beads are swarovski air-blue opals...ahhhh! When I look at these beads, the words that come to mind are heavenly or dreamy! And again, I have to make this sound..ahhhh! I just can't help myself! I have used these beads in the past to make a dreamy pendant and ring.
I chose these beads for today's post because I just learned of another great social gathering place that I wanted to share. It is very possible that you all know about this already, but if you don't, it is worth mentioning!!
Martha Stewart's website has a community section called "Dreamers into Doers". The best part of this site is that it provides a place for creative people to share their stories of how they turned their dream into a business!!
AND, it comes as no surprise that these successful crafty people are always so giving and willing to encourage others to follow in their footsteps!! I LOVE that about the creative community! It must just be part of the genetic makeup of crafty types!!
From what I have seen so far, it looks like a nice place to make connections and find inspiration!
5 comments:
I am always drawn to those they are beautiful.
Absolutely one of my favorites!
I have to agree with your thoughts about the generous natures of crafters. As a painter and jewelry-maker I am part of many creative communities and, to a person, I have found all of these wonderful people to be among the most generous, friendly and accepting people on the planet. When artists gather, I find that petty differences disappear and acceptance is not withheld as easily as it is in other groups. I think there is something inherent in the personalities of most artists that draws them to art and other artists.
I have been "given the gift" of being able to spot another artist after very little time being around them and knowing nothing of them before meeting them. I think my husband thinks it is some sort of spooky gift, anyway! For example, while exploring Death Valley last year, we drove past a woman laying prostrate on the ground and taking a photo of a majestic view through a single flower. I told my husband, I bet she is an artist. We came upon her at the next parking area and I asked her if she was an artist. She said yes, how did you know? I told her about having seen her laying on the ground and she said "well, ya gotta have a foreground in a painting, ya know!" We talked amiably for about ten minutes and when we parted she gave me a big hug and said it was so nice to meet a kindred soul while traveling.
I live in an upscale retirement community ( we got in early, before the prices zoomed!)among people who have led very financially rewarding lives. When I am among our active artist groups here I have noticed that all financial barriers disappear and we all are just artists, not who has the most money and "things". Art and creativity are great levelers.
I am not sure what made me so wordy this morning, but I have found that there is something different, in a very good way, about those who listen to their creative souls.
These beads are just gorgeous! I hadn't seen them before so what a treat. Happy New Year Lisa! Thank you for putting together this wonderful blog where creative people from all disciplines can connect and share their ideas. I loved reading Susan's post. She is right, there is something special about people who listen to their creative souls. I must say, I am proud to be one and proud to have met so many others that do like you!
Wow Susan! Thank you so much for your great comment. I've read it over a couple of times and feel so grateful to have you in my blog world!
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