Happy New year

Hello,

First of all, I want to wish you a wonderful creative New year.

I'm really late and I've only finished my square #11 for the 2009 project.

You can see it here

Happy beading to all
Hugs
Caroll

Sneak Preview...

I've finished all my turtles...and had decided to do hands for next year's BJP starting in January...however...the hands grabbed me and I'm already two into them...sooooo...I've rethought my idea/pattern for next year's BJP...you can see it at: www.atawhisper.blogspot.com ...in the meantime...I have a few more hands to work on!

My August triangle - As The Sun Sets

I couldn't finish the current BJP year, with anything other than the setting sun. It's my first attempt at visual journalling and also my first extensive use of encrusted bead embroidery. My skills have grown and I've learned to pay attention to the whispering words of my muse. I lost an old friend quite suddenly this month. She loved the sun and the black speck signifies her being enveloped by it's warmth. The original pallette was much softer, but as the temperature got hotter outside, so did the colours. Don't worry about the sun setting on this BJP year, as it's sure to rise again in 2010. I'd like to thank Robin for her constant encouragement and all of my new friends for their comments and enthusiasm. My plan is to enter this piece in a Canadian National Juried Quilt Show in 2010. Of course that means that I actually need to do some quilting to showcase the beading. LOL!

Bead stitches include the boucle or bocche stitch (discussed in my previous post), stacked stitch, short fringe (on the sun) and free form beading. I used 8, 11 & 15 Japanese beads and 11, 2cut czech beads for sparkle (the darker pink). Sadly, I just couldn't use my variety of odd beads on this one. They just didn't fit the scheme. See you in 2010!!

July Triangle - Along the garden path

This triangle shows my love of colour, flowers, techniques and combines them with a passion for photography . It's also about the paths you choose in life and illustrates that while some just seem to stop short, others are crystal clear and lead directly to your goals. Well, directly might be the wrong word, as nothing in life is ever perfect or straightforward. Paths often curve before they reach their destinations, leading you towards interesting sights, unforseen problems and exciting adventures. This little garden is all about life!

The seed beads are mainly size 11's, with some 15's and 8's thrown in for effect. I also used bugles (2's), pearls and crystals. I used peyote, bocche (also called boucle-a stitch mentioned on another group), stacked, fringe, loops and Robin's wildflower stitch. The curved path is made of size 11 seed beads couched over a slightly flattened braid.

FINALLY!

"Patriot"...my July BJP turtle is finished...you can see him on my website... www.atawhisper.blogspot.com ...

Another finished, one on the way

Another month is done and I have still not completed April or May but July is on the way. Just needing a face. I have been making an indian elephant with african ears this month so beading has taken a back seat except for making christmas decorations for the classes I am teaching this month.
see more at http://didi-beadwork.blogspot.com/
Diane, New Zealand

Meet Caliopie

I'm a little behind...but my June turtle is finally here...you can see her at my blog... www.atawhisper.blogspot.com

Another garden triangle - June

I love to visit my friend's house when the poppies are in full bloom. Sure they are brash and blowsy, but oh so very delicate. I try to photograph the quality of the light glowing on the scarlet petals, but alas my quest is in vain. Am I tilting at windmills, or will I be able to capture their essense at some time in the future? What is it about these beauties that seems to pique my interest? A simple pleasure. One that's fleeting, but oh so rewarding. Is it any wonder that poppies were chosen as a universal symbol for remembrance? Did you know that the poem, "In Flanders Fields" was written by a Canadian field surgeon? Do you realize that this is the only poem I will never be able to forget? I can recite it just as clearly now, as when I was a small child. Rather than a trick of simple repetition, I prefer to think that it is something that left a pure and lasting impression on my soul.

The poppies are made with freehand circles of silk and organza, topped with french knots. Beading was done with backstitch, stacked stitch, Robin's ruffle stitch and free form edging. I used 8, 11 & 15 seedbeads, bugles, a few sequins and odds 'n sods of beads and crystals.

January Man is well travelled.

My january man is published now with his story.
http://didi-beadwork.blogspot.com/
I hope that you enjoy him and he has a special friend made last month - a dottee doll.
Diane, New Zealand

It's "Belle"

Here is Belle...my May turtle...find her at www.atawhisper.blogspot.com !

Finally...March Turtle

March's turtle is here...finally...I'm working on May...take a look at www.atawhisper.blogspot.com
Have a lovely day!

April page finished

I'm a little behind ...
You can view my April page here

Happy beading to all

January done

I have finished January page,
http://www.flickr.com/photos/muriel86/3465789032/
This one is about my DH, originating from Brest, he is also a fan of motorcycles, and likes a lot comic strips. Do you know Gaston Lagaffe? It's a famous 'bande dessinée in France and Belgium, if you know it, perhaps you recognize 'la mouette rieuse' , the laughing gull !

December Done and febraury nearly there

I have completed Decmeber and just about february as well.
the picture is on my blog http://didi-beadwork.blogspot.com/
I am quite pleased with how these two have turned out and hope to post the february photos later this week.
Diane, New Zealand

Pearl

My February turtle is finished...I'm just slow with her unveiling! You can see her on my blog at www.atawhisper.blogspot.com . Her name is Pearl.

February page

Hello fellow beaders

I've finished my February page.
Just in time ...
You can view it on my blog HERE

Hugs
Caroll

November and Backgrounds

November is being stitched as we speak and I have been experimenting with more backgrounds for Janaury and February. See more at didis beaded goodies
I would also like to say thank you for the comments, its great to think that somewhere out there someone is looking at my work.
Diane

First page of the new year finished

Here's a tease for you all of my January page & you can see more of it here



Ellen aka Dolliebead

Black Out is available

Black Out - my October man is on my blog for viewing. http://didi-beadwork.blogspot.com/
He looks great on the wall with September.
Diane - New Zealand

January page

Hello fellow beaders

I've just finished my January page.
You can view it on my blog here

Happy beading to all
Hugs
Caroll