This past week has been very interesting, to say the least. I know I have had a mix of feelings with lots of anxiety about the unknown. I have been channeling my energy into cleaning, prepping for staying home-bound and being creative. Creativity is such a blessing and a great way to channel anxious or stressed out energy into creating joy! To that end, Sara and I came up with a plan of Daily "Bea…
This week on Free Spirit Beading with Kristen Fagan, we paint a Cat in the Hat bead pendant and make a necklace with our Whimsical Beadtastical Bead Mix and Trios! Using your own hand painted beads is a great way to express your own personal style. Since Whimsical Beadtastical was inspired by Dr. Seuss it was only fitting to pay homage to The Cat in the Hat wi…
This week on Free Spirit Beading with Kristen Fagan, we celebrated the birthday of Dr. Seuss, an American author and cartoonist best known for books such as "The Cat in the Hat" and "Oh, the Places You'll Go" and the inspiration for our Whimsical Beadtastical jewelry making design kit and bead mix! Of course, we also made a new jewelry project, this time it's a pair of bugle bead fr…
This week on Free Spirit Beading with Kristen Fagan, learn how to make a long cluster Y necklace and boho bead earrings. "Y" necklaces are a timeless fashion statement. They complement a variety of styles and necklines. The 'Y' silhouette is a classic design in a necklace. The can be minimal and sleek, layered, or full of fun like this beaded cluster dangle one! You'll be surprised…