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!

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.

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

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 !

It's time for my April triangle....

It's April, it's spring and it's about time! My eyes are filled with the the fresh greens and acid yellows of my favourite season. It's all about hope, renewal, rejuvenation and the element of change. Time to watch the buds push their way out of the earth, the leaves unfurl, the grass turn green and sun warm the earth. It's also time to put away all the heavy sweaters and take out the capris. Sure, it's not quite time for summer clothes, but at least we can start dreaming. Yes, it's also time for taxes up here in Canada. But that's another story! On a personal note, it's time for me to re-evaluate my priorites and to buckle down and work to my plan. Time flies, and I want to make sure that it doesn't pass me by .

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!

March finished nearly!

Here is my little March girl - Lorelei loves pink and florals. See all of her with her friends on my blogspot.

http://didi-beadwork.blogspot.com/

Diane
Stratford, 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 piece

Yipee! February is a time of celebration. My nephew and his wife (after many years of marriage & doctor's visits) have announced that they're having a baby. While the symbolism in this piece is not obvious, I tried to give it a party atmosphere. Included are painted teabag yo-yo's (Tetley, of course), three shells from an old necklace of my mother's (she's no longer with us, but loved babies so would want to be a part), an acrylic painted washer (for the masculine element), purple pearls (my sister's favourite colour) and a mixture of miscellaneous beads, including hearts and flowers (because I'm rooting for a girl). BTW, the teabags were used, but I did dry and empty them before painting. The picture is a little dark, due to my taking it on a dreary rainy day. I promise to post again when the sun is shining.

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

November Page done

I have finally managed to finish my November page & you can see it here

Here is a little tease to pique your curiosity ;o)

Ellen aka DollieBead

December Turtle is here!

My December entry for the Beaded Journal Project is complete and at my blogsite... www.atawhisper.blogspot.com . Go have a peek!

In the Nick of Time!

I've amazed even myself that I was able to complete my November BJP Turtle...I've been so behind for the past month...hurray...and with one day to spare too! You can go see her at www.atawhisper.blogspot.com

October Beaded Turtle FINISHED...

FINALLY...I've finished the October BJP...I'm about a week late...but feeling better from my hospital ordeal and subsequent recovery...and the October 'turtle' is finished...I haven't named her yet...but I think it will be something having to do with the Opal...or Fire Opal...or something...see and read more about her at my blog...
www.atawhisper.blogspot.com
Have a wonderful week!

#1 Done

I just finished my first BJP...for September...you can see her picture and read a little about how she came to be at my blog http://www.atawhisper.blogspot.com/

I think this is going to be fun!