Obituary: Azniv (Chekijian) Balian Nov 24, 2009
She later turned her love for arts and crafts into a little business and attended many local crafts shows and exhibits where she sold her hand made treasures which in time expanded from arts and crafts to beaded jewelry as well. In addition to her work and love for family, she devoted most of her life to her faith and her church. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Where history meets hippie Nov 23, 2009
You'll also find wineries, boutiques, galleries featuring local artists and what I can describe only as "free-spirit"-type shops - you know, the ones that sell handmade soaps, beaded jewelry, colorful ethnic art, books on Zen and yoga pants for babies (seriously). Be sure to stop by one of Nevada City's bookstores that specializes in rare and out-of-print books, such as An Inner Sanctum. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Providing seed money for island women Nov 20, 2009
WHAT: Handcrafted beaded jewelry and accessories sale. WHY: To benefit the Isla Mujeres, Mayan Women s Beading Cooperative. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Norton Runs NYC Marathon for Biodiversity Oct 27, 2009
Next to him is Samson Parashina, a Maasai warrior from the East African savannah, wearing a colorful tunic and intricately beaded jewelry. Two very different people from two very different backgrounds preparing to run the New York City Marathon on Nov. 1 for the very same cause. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Local stores disguised for holiday Oct 23, 2009
A few days after the holiday, however, stuffed penguins and beaded jewelry -- which have been pushed aside for the holiday -- return to their normal places. "We work very hard to take half the gift store and move the inventory to make room for the Halloween goods," Filkins said. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Fall studio classes available at MacNider Oct 19, 2009
Classes for beginners are being offered in basic beaded jewelry techniques and stained glass. Artist Dick Leet will teach an all-day drawing workshop. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
A town's love of Indian artifacts backfires Oct 4, 2009
As he vents, a couple of women walk in carrying trays of handmade beaded jewelry. They are members of the Benally family, from the Najavo reservation south of Blanding and they have been trading with Hosler for years. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
• Nancy Gilmore Oct 2, 2009
In addition, she employed her artistic talents in creating popular handmade beaded jewelry in a home-based business, Gem Dandy. Nancy is survived by her beloved husband of 29 years, Richard; her daughters, Emily Gilmore of Stafford and Tracy Gilmore of the home; sisters Mary Lay Peck, Elizabeth Lay Wilder and Susan Lay, all of Florida; and many other loving relatives and friends. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Grilled buffalo on the menu Sep 30, 2009
The vendors will include Margo Rosas, a part Native American craftsperson from Lacombe who uses natural materials and processes to fashion beaded jewelry, leather pouches and belts, and other distinctive and unusual items. The reopening events are free of charge, and the craft booths will remain open until 6 p.m.. (Bogalusa Daily News, LA)
Kent to display jewelry Sept. 19 Sep 19, 2009
I ll see it and I ll cut the cord and start stringing it, he said of his eclectic collection of custom beaded jewelry. In front of Kent on his coffee table are plastic containers full of different shapes, sizes and colors of beads. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Sherry L. Hamilton Sep 3, 2009
She had a passion for creating art, including beaded jewelry, stained glass and hanging window crystals. She had a beautiful singing voice and often sang at the weddings of family and friends, and she was a member of her church choir for many years. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Rancheria Pow Wow draws dancers from throughout state Aug 30, 2009
Dozens of spectators watched the dancers from the bleachers or meandered among the vendors who sold everything from handmade beaded jewelry to Indian fry bread. Cousins Vicki Peachee and Nicki Smith came from Fresno to watch the dancing and get a taste of their own Native American culture. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
* Style with a conscience Aug 26, 2009
The stores specialty is the kind of fair trade style that Wang first saw on her friend, including T-shirts, tunics, hand-knit shawls and scarves, handbags and beaded jewelry from countries such as India, Kenya, Thailand and Bangladesh. Home accessories, organic cocoa, coffee beans and dried fruit are also available, and gifts can be wrapped with colorful, handspun hemp twine and sent with one-of-a-kind greeting cards, which are also sold at Earth Tree. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Teenage daughter's fight to move inspires mother to step out Aug 20, 2009
"She supports me both emotionally and physically. When I want to give up, she is the voice of reason. When I lose hope, she reminds me that I am loved. And love conquers all." Collazo has spent the past three years working with the National MS Society, Connecticut Chapter helping to educate people statewide on pediatric MS. She spends hours each week handcrafting beaded jewelry with messages boldly calling for a cure. Last year Collazo and Rivera had tattoos inked declaring their commitment to... (Wethersfield Post, CT)
More of this story Aug 4, 2009
Pretty much beaded jewelry earrings, necklaces and bracelets, for friends and family, she noted. Her 26-year-old son, Peter Francis D Agostino, a surfing enthusiast, plans to start his second year of law school at Columbia University. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Service so rewarding Jul 25, 2009
In this organization, women in Uganda create beaded jewelry from magazine paper. Then people like my partner and me sell the beads and send the money back to Uganda. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Kid's Day offers free, crafty fun Jul 23, 2009
Dozens of children and their parents flitted from table to table, creating cardboard cut-out masks that they decorated with stickers and their own personal artwork and beaded jewelry with an assortment of brightly colored beads. Others flipped through binders, looking for that perfect face-painting design. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Corralling collections: The things you save and show can quickly become clutter and chaos Jul 7, 2009
Chunky beaded jewelry in the bedroom or dressing room. Drinking glasses in the kitchen. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Little shop in Bisbee seeks to find niche in neutral territory Jul 6, 2009
The shop carries homemade and hand-crafted items such as incense, beaded jewelry, art works and Mike McConnell s Rub mixtures a blend of special spices and seasonings for meat, seafood or veggies. Angela sells her homemade fragrances, body oils and salts for baths or for massage. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Library a place to have fun in the summertime Jul 5, 2009
Displayed in the library's main lobby are examples of knitting, glass-blowing, sketching, photography, beaded jewelry, painting, miniatures and pastillage. Library volunteers exhibiting their talents include Stephanie Carcano, Emily Carcano, Virginia Okie and Mary April. (Lake Wales News, FL)
MWPAI Arts Festival has something for everybody Jul 4, 2009
1 p.m.: Meet the Artist, Jeweler Lorelei Eurto, mixed metal and beaded jewelry, gift gallery. 1:30 p.m.: Docent-guided Tour, Museum of Art. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Celebrating Third Thursday Jun 18, 2009
Indigo Beads will host several bead artists and their wares including beaded jewelry, jewelry boxes, and change pouches. Owner Angie Britton is hoping this summer s Third Thursday events will bring exposure to Indigo Beads and other businesses on Klamath Avenue. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Stitch by stitch, 'National Tapestry' comes to life May 21, 2009
The show also includes beaded jewelry; each bead is stitched together, one bead at a time - like the V-shaped, collar-type Bargello necklace by Dogwood Chapter president Laura Cofield, made in glittering silver, copper and midnight blue. "Bargello" is a type of embroidery in which stitches are laid out in a mathematical pattern; Cofield, a Jonesboro-based artist, created her zigzag pattern on a loom. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Pow-wow returns to fairgrounds this weekend May 20, 2009
Some of the craftwork and items include wampum jewelry, beaded jewelry, silver and turquoise jewelry, corn husk dolls, furs, stones, wall paintings, leather fringe jackets, Native-themed clothing and hats, bamboo musical instruments, ponchos, rattles and blankets. For children, Orben said storyteller Loril Moondream would bring some animals, like chipmunks and squirrels, and tell the tales of the animals lives. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Harrington annual fair set for May 31 May 17, 2009
Kids can also make beaded jewelry, get faces painted and hair beaded, and buy raffle tickets for Red Sox tickets and gift baskets. All Harrington students will receive a free Red Sox raffle ticket. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Pretty as a pinup: Angels' pose to fund soldiers' care packages May 16, 2009
Career: Mother, Pinup Angel and beaded jewelry designer. Pastimes: Helping husband and sons restore a 53 Chevy 210 four-door sedan; they are also members of the Classic Cruisers Car Club. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Mayfest fun for entire family May 8, 2009
Christine Hall, handmade purses, diaper bags, hairbows, skullcaps/welders caps; Elouise Miller, children s facepainting, colored hair spray; Harvey Henrichs, dog diners, design own candle; Harold Nolen, kids-games prizes are goldfish, stuffed toys; Bonnie Baxter, soft goods and candles; Rester s Shoppe, purses, dresses, woodcrafts; Betty Schultz, children s clothes, paintings Ooh La La Soaps; Jennifer Gillman, handcrafted goats milk soaps, organic body care products; Patsy Charles, handmade... (Atmore Advance, AL)
It's (art) show time in Exeter Apr 19, 2009
Cochran designs beaded jewelry, including earrings, necklaces and bracelets. Her one-of-a-kind pieces have sold in boutiques around the country. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
De Young curator's collection of area favorites Mar 30, 2009
Yone Beads of San Francisco, 478 Union St. "I have been making beaded jewelry for over 20 years, and this is one of the best bead stores I have ever encountered. Yone's selection is vast and unique. I feel like I am walking into a time machine with their styles of Venetian and Bohemian beads that other stores have stopped carrying years ago.". Alemany Farmers' Market, 100 Alemany Blvd. "For inexpensive and sometimes organic produce, the offerings vary by season and are fresh and eclectic. I love... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Bulletin Board: Didgeridoo Sessions Mar 24, 2009
The camp selection for children includes "Geo Art Adventure," "It's My Planet-Rainforest," "Art Camp-Matisse," "Art Camp-Scotland." Camps such as Drawing and Painting and Beaded Jewelry are available for teens. or (706) 613-3623. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Accessories, skincare, gifts on sale Mar 19, 2009
Finds include Purva beaded jewelry boxes, a few Murval and Betsey Johnson handbags (fun Cheetah Girl and Ships Ahoy styles in the latter), and Y. blue jeans. (Boston Globe)
Higher Calling In Africa Feb 7, 2009
Then came the women, of all ages, in bright blue robes with elaborate beaded jewelry on their necks, wrists, ankles and ears, making a soft clinking noise in the breeze. Many carried babies, who drank milk from gourds decorated with leather and small white beads. (San Francisco Chronicle)
