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Craft Shows - I plan on being at

Posted by Laura Miller on

Hi Thought I'd share with you today, that I also do many craft shows throughout the year. Here are some that I plan on being at in the next few months: Square Tomatoes  Craft Show - Davis, California August 2, 2015 from 11am to 4pm I attend this show every month, so if you miss me at one you can catch me at another one. Right now the schedule is as follows - August 2nd, Sept 13, Oct 18, Nov 1, 15, 29, Dec 13 =============================== Saturday - July 25 from 10am to 3pm 2nd annual car show 6840 watt ave,...

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Kumihimo In Progress

Posted by Laura Miller on

Hi Sticking with my kumihimo theme from my last post, I thought I'd share a work in progress bracelet I'm working on right now. These beads are called magatamas and they are beautiful both in style and color.   Will post updates of the finished product soon. Leave comments below on what you think of this style.

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Bead Kumihimo Bracelet - New Technique

Posted by Laura Miller on

I love most everything when it comes to beading, I first heard the term kumihimo a few years ago, and was curious so checked into it, wasn't really what I felt I could do so just passed on it. Then a few months ago, really needed a change with my beading skills, so re-investigated this kumihimo braiding thing. Watched countless videos, read articles, all the good stuff and finally decided it was time to give it a try so I bought several kits. I am now totally addicted to this technique of braiding and having a blast learning more ways...

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Bead Work By Smiley Kit

Posted by Laura Miller on

Hello,  I'd like to welcome you to my first post on my new blog! Want to start this with a little about me, I'm a self taught jewelry designer, I love working with small to medium beads creating beautiful and unique bracelet mainly. I work closely with my daughter, who just graduated high school, she loves to work with me on color schemes and new patterns. You can find a wide range of different beaded bracelets in my shop at Beadworkbysmileykit Just love custom orders so don't be shy, contact me for more information!

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