Bibbies are these cool clips that turn any napkin into a bib!  A great shower gift!

 

 

 

Jen Klair Kids carries lots of beautiful baby items, including some of my children's bracelets.

 

 

 

Marianna not only makes lampwork beads, but jewelry and knitted things, too!  You have to check her out!

 

 

 

 

Vonna makes some really unique lampwork beads, as well as kumihimo braid.  Take a look!

 

 

Kendra Sanders makes lovely lampwork beads, as well as jewelry.  And if you like goddess beads, she can make them for you!  Check her out at www.beadstillmyheart.com

 

 

 

Moonraker Lampwerks makes incredibly detailed lampwork beads -- all are handmade from molten glass!

 

 

 

Rommy Beads makes some really cute sculptural lampwork beads -- check them out! 

 

 

 

 

Retro Swimwear by Popina Swim is a must-see!  The vintage 50's inspired swimwear designed by Pamela Levenson is stylish, sexy, and flattering!

 

Robyn Smith makes terrific handbags, yoga bags, and diaper bags.  They're the perfect gift for a friend, or yourself!  You can view her items for sale or make a custom request at www.burstofhappiness.com

 

 

 

Enjoy the most creative soap out there!  Debbie makes glycerin soaps that look good enough to eat, and they make great presents!

 

www.soapylove.com

 

 

This talented lady makes the most adorable footstools!  The one shown is an example of their ballet tuffet.  Check out all the different styles!

 

 

 

 

It's Simply Natural is a great place to find products that allow you to cleanse, relax, and indulge -- and they're all chemical free!

 

www.itssimplynatural.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I've always admired the photo on Angela's opening web page, but I've also always loved her jewelry. I wanted a pair of earrings -- I got the ones to the right.

 

 

 

Vivian Cheng of Blend Creations makes amazing pendants with Japanese washi paper -- and I now own one!

 

 

 

Eni Oken creates with wire and gemstones -- I am fortunate enough to own the bracelet to the right!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Keren Peled -- amazing wire jewelry, and a top finalist in the 2005 Halstead Bead Grant!

 

Jackie and Lara are a mother-daughter team that create unique and elegant designs.  Jackie also makes the most amazing felted teddy bears!  Located in England, they ship worldwide.

 

  

Jewelry making is addictive, as my friend Tara soon found out when I introduced her to chain maille.  She now has her own site and her work is fantastic!  Check her out!

 

 

 

Leda Vander Laan is an amazing photographer -- check out her art!

 

 

 

  

 

 

 

I recently joined this wonderful team of artistic women on a collaborative venture called "Collective Creatives".  You can read the blog and get various perspectives on the creative process.  144 columns will be published this year from 12 ladies (including me!)

 

http://collectivecreatives.wordpress.com/.com

 

 

 

The Annealer -- for lampwork artists and those who love artisan beads!

 

 

View lots of beautiful works by artisans here!