So... I took "Jewelry & Beading I" on Saturday, and now I'm HOOKED!!!!!! Bob's aunt, Michele, has been asking me to take a craft class with her. There really wasn't anything too interesting on the list at JoAnn Fabrics. But, jewelry making stood out and she said that was fine.
We called and registered for the class. I got my supplies list in the mail, and proceeded to Pat Catan's where just about everything in the store is 40% off... and I spent over an hour staring at all the jewelry making supplies!! WOW! I had visited the jewelry aisles a couple times... trying to figure out where to even start. I love jewelry!! Any kind... expensive, cheap... it doesn't matter! So, I was pretty excited about this class!
Bob's mom, Pat, decided to join us for the class. I think I had more fun than they did! We started with a bracelet and then moved on to earrings. It was much easier than I thought it would be! Being the over-achiever that I am... I started on a necklace, but realized that they were packing up their things, so I decided to finish when I got home. Well, I made the necklace, a bracelet AND earrings! I love this!!! :-) I wore them to the Mueller's today because I was so proud of my work! :-) (Unfortunately, I didn't finish my bracelet correctly, and it broke. BUT, I didn't lose any of the beads. I guess I need to work on my technique...)
Good thing I have a lot going on this week, or else I'd be at Pat Catan's again tomorrow buying more beads. This could be quite an addictive hobby for me!! Although... I made two pairs of earrings, two bracelets, and one necklace... and the beads only cost me about $8. PLUS, I have enough leftover for another couple bracelets and/or necklaces. As long as I stay away from the REALLY expensive jewelry parts, I should be ok! :-)
Now, I need to find someone to bead with... and we can exchange beads! :-) LOL!! I'm getting carried away, aren't I????
