Making some progress....

But no where near what I would like to have done. I have had lots going on lately and cant seem to find the time to work on my project nearly as much as I would like. I have updated my blog for anyone who would like to take a peek at it, you can go here. I am really enjoying looking at every ones work, such inspiration.

January is Finished!!!

I struggled a lot with this new direction for my work... For better or worse, I'm on a pathway and am sure it will improve with each month. You can see January here.

Congratulations to all who are finished already! My goodness, it seems there are more of us on schedule than in previous years. Yay!

Robin A.

What a fabulous first month!

I got behind on my reading this month, and only today was I able to get around and visit all the blogs of people who finished their pieces.  I hope I didn't miss anyone!  I promise to try to do better next month and visit you AS you post rather than all in one big rush at the end of the month :-)

I'm making a bead embroidered cuff bracelet for each month this year.  I've cut out all my pieces, although some of them may end up changing if a month comes along and my mood changes.  I decided to start with the brightest riot of colors for one of the dreariest months, January.  My son and his family just moved to Guatemala yesterday, back to the orphanage where he was working when he met his wife (one of the daughters of the directors).  They took my one and only grandbaby with them...I couldn't persuade them to leave her with me ;-)  Anyway, I chose the bright colors because I knew I'd need a bit of cheering up. 

Here's a LINK to my blog where you can see a picture if you'd like.

Editing an Improvisation

I've loved seeing everyone's work so far. Thanks, everyone, for sharing.

My January page might be done or it might not be done. I'm considering whether I can or should edit this improvisational piece. If you want to help me out, come on over to Crackpot Beader and leave a comment.

Marty S
Crackpot Beader

It's the Middle of January

and my January page is halfway finished. It's not turning out as I expected. Come over to my blog Crackpot Beader and have a look. You can also meet the Snow Princess, a little beaded doll I posted yesterday.

Marty S
Crackpot Beader

Two Pieces Done!

I have figured out how to hang my BJP ornaments. Thanks to those of you who came over and offered your help. :- )

I have also made a second ornament already. It was one of those things that just came together, almost by itself. All I had to do was provide the labor. Gotta love it when that happens! I didn't really plan to count it as my February ornament but given the life events we're expecting in our family in the next few weeks (premature twins) it might be wiser to call February done.

If you want to see pictures you can hop over to my blog.

Magpie Sue

My January 2010 Is Done and Posted

I finished my January piece. You can view it here. The second attempt I should say for January. It is a lengthy post but I learned a lot from this one.

I hope you enjoy....

Begin at the Beginning

I know everyone is beading busy -- getting started on this year's BJP.  I have posted a comment (and picture) on my blog Artjourney as I get started on this year's BJP.  This is going to be fun!