Today I talk with author, gardener and lifestyle guru Mar Jennings. I loved talking with Mar and got lots of inspiration for expanding my garden, enjoying life plus some good laughs too! Thank you Mar.
Plus some new craft books, my new favorite movie, and my rose plant addiction source revealed.
xo
above: Mr. Mar Jennings and some amazing hydrangea flowers
The class recording of Brenda Schweder’s Found and Captured Bezels class is now for sale on the recording page. I loved learning all about steel wire.
Here is a preview of what Brenda showed us.
I love that RING!!!!
Once you purchase the recording it it’s yours and downloads to your desktop. I watched and worked along! Lots of fun.
The first night of Michael David Sturlin’s, The Art of the Pierced Pendant, was better then I thought possible. This is a new skill for me, so I didn’t think I was up to the task, but Michael breaks down the steps in such a doable way I have started my first pierced pendant.
So I’m excited and even though this was originally a 2 part class, I’ve decided to let students sign up for just the 2nd part. You can see in the video below a bit of what we have covered and some of what the students in class are doing!!!
On the 2nd night Michael is going to cover lots of design info plus tips and problem solving help on creating your own pierced pendant.
Don’t miss spending an evening LIVE online with Mr. Sturlin. His zen like approach plus his wisdom and expertise on the subject of sawing and piercing is truly special!!!!
Class starts at 8:00pm EST. The cost is $39.95 which includes a link to download the full class recording to your desktop.
Today I talk with Doug Fisher, president of Mission Control a company, a company dedicated to teach you how to increase your productivity and effectiveness while reducing your stress.
Doug will delve into how to accomplish what is important to you and what to do to eliminate the things that get in your way.
Also, some great movies to chat about, and my new favorite book by Martha Beck.
above: Mission Control website. I love that question!
I love learning about an art form where I have little experience. Hearing Ms. McCaffery’s contagious passion for her medium has ignited some quilting ideas of my own. Thanks Bonnie for sharing your excitement of the art!
Also this week a movie I’m waiting to see, a new book on sewing, a website that “smells” amazing, plus all that’s going on here in the CRAFTCAST studio.
Ms Kalled is a jeweler that specializes in working with exquisite stones and high karat gold. I loved hearing the passion behind her exquisite creations. Thank you Jennifer for your inspiring words and generous sharing!
Plus, my experience auditioning for Oprah’s OWN network, totally crazy, and all the other CRAFTCAST news and reviews.
above: Boulder Opal Bracelet with Agate Drusy and Pearl
above: Turquoise Earring with Boulder Opal, Tsavorite and Topaz
above: Necklace with Astro Pyrite, Drusy, Pearl, Diamond, Spessartite and Sapphire
I fell in love with Ms. Brooks work at a recent craft show. Her creations cannot simply be referred to as dolls, but more like charming companions with their own heart and soul. Enjoy our interview as Mona shares her artistic journey and the inspiration behind her creations.
“I work with porcelain, wood, fabric, and anything else that inspires me to bring my characters into being. I start by forming the porcelain with my hands, letting the clay guide me to uncover the personality that is in the making. I am most inspired by the element of surprise that emerges. I feel I am in a kind of collaboration with raw materials and time.”
~ Mona Adisa Brooks
Also, lots of news and announcements, and descriptions of the new live classes. Take a look at the new CRAFT-O-mercials that explain all about the classes here.
above: The Mad Tea Party
above: Ernest
above: Godot
SHOW NOTES
MUSIC IfYou Think You Need Some Lovin/Pomplamoose
