Inspired by Creative Bloggers!

The online creative community is so great...beaders, designers, crafters, artists are all so open and willing to share their ideas and experiences with others.

When I first started blogging a few years ago, I had no idea. I was just in my own little world and really had no expectations of what this experience would be like.

Instantly, I was amazed at the kindness and support shown by those who had been out there for a while. So, to all of you, I thank you! It still means so much that you are willing to share and inspire others to create.

That's what it is really all about...creating and sharing! :) Hope you all had a great weekend, please join me in perusing the inspiration below. We're starting things out with Carmi's fab resin design.

Resin Crafts!
In a two part post Carmi explains how she made a vintage piece of trim a necklace component by encasing it in resin.

About.com Jewelry Making

Yes, it is possible to craft a seed bead career. Find out how this designer did it. 

Snap out of it, jean! There's beading to be done!
Gestures of friendship: a complicated story of the travels of a Kelly Russell bead, halfway around the world

Art Bead Scene
Erin picks out some inspiring finds on Etsy for this month's Art Bead Scene Challenge.

Beading Arts
As a part of celebrating Seed Bead Month on Beading Arts, Cyndi shares her favorite seed bead suppliers and books!

The Writing and Art of Andrew Thornton
Andrew has been participating in the Fusion Beads 30 Day Bead Challenge to celebrate National Craft Month! Here's a recap of the projects he made for the first seven days!

Carmi's Art/Life World
You wouldn't think that quilling and fish leather would go together...but they do and create the loveliest flower rings!