Shop Unique Handcrafted Beads on Sale

I often have requests for wholesale pricing. I only sell on Etsy, so my prices are nearly wholesale already. My prices are set by calculating time, equipment, materials, and all of the other factors for running a small business. I do like to move items to my Sale Section quite often. This provides jewelry makers a way to buy some of my beads at a discounted price. … More Shop Unique Handcrafted Beads on Sale

End of Summer…Sale!

The hot weather is still very present here in sunny Florida, but the neighborhood is beginning to feel more like fall. Summer is full of children playing and riding bikes. School started last week. Even though I am an empty-nester I notice the quiet once the school buses collect the students and take them off to school. I admit I like the quiet most of the time, but I really do enjoy hearing the kids playing as well. … More End of Summer…Sale!

Getting Organized

I have hundreds of beads, pendants, bracelet bars, charms, and other ceramics listed on my Etsy Shop. Keeping track of inventory and ensuring each customer gets exactly the right items in the right quantity has been a learning curve for me. Over the years I have developed a system that works well for me. … More Getting Organized

Recent Hand Surgery

As a creative person, it is sad when you have to take a break from the joys of creating to have hand surgery. I recently had to have hand surgery for a trigger thumb in my left hand. It took a long time to get an appointment with the doctor, and a long time to schedule the surgery. The staff at the hospital were wonderful. The surgery was outpatient and didn’t take long at all. I’m happy with the results, as my hand is getting more flexible and stronger every day. … More Recent Hand Surgery