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“Hello, Winter :-/”
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Description from Kathryn R: Well, it’s baaack. Today started out with rain, then sleet, then ice then snow. Wind chill around 17. Winter has returned to the Northland. Any chances of last week’s balmy sunny weather returning are slim to none. But winter has its own beauty. And my pick showcases that in these ides for holiday/winter creations. Bundle Up, Buttercup, and Happy Beading!
Chatter
on “Raspberry Cordial”:“The beads you chose to make this pick are exquisite. I would love a supply of…” read »
on “Peaches & Cream, The Cat”:“AHH how refreshing & precious! saved!!…” read »
on “Way Out West”:“Fun western theme, in my favs…” read »
on “began with charoite”:“Congrats on your stunning POD!…” read »
on “Bouquet to Myself”:“There may not be many flower beads, but there are many of the beads that can…” read »
on “Way Out West”:“I must say I agree 100% with Phoenix! Hang on tight to that bucking bronc and…” read »
on “Ancient Eyes”:“I love it! Wonderfully earthy with a Southwest vibe.…” read »
- on “Bouquet to Myself”:
“OOOOOOH!!! I'd love one too. The colors are so satisfying.…” read »
- on “began with charoite”:
“Thank you.…” read »
on “began with charoite”:“Beautiful blues and purples - congratulations on your POD!…” read »
on “began with charoite”:“Beautiful Pick - Congratulations!…” read »
on “Way Out West”:“I love this pick! I can see a lot of great, fun pieces made with…” read »
on “began with charoite”:“MH - congrats on your beautiful pod!…” read »
on “Christmas in July”:“PS: Love your pick! Deserves a POD.…” read »
- on “Christmas in July”:
“I may have told this story before but since I never get to see my granddaughter…” read »
- on “Sunlit Lavender”:
“Congrats on your beautiful sunlit lavender POD!…” read »
on “Celebrating the 4th”:“Besides, July 4 is over at midnight plus one second, right? This is a terrific celebratory pick,…” read »
- on “Celebrating the 4th”:
“Beautiful! Love those cool blues. Who can stay awake till midnight? I guess…” read »
- on “Sunlit Lavender”:
“Congrats on your lovely Sunlit Lavender pod!…” read »
- on “Celebrating the 4th”:
“Good point about the poor owls. I hate all that noise - it goes on for…” read »
- on “Purple Loves Turquoise”:
“I used to be a red hat lady. It was so much fun!…” read »
on “Ancient Eyes”:“Fantastic pick, Chali-o! It does have an ancient feel to it.…” read »
on “Peaches & Blueberries”:“I could eat it up. Good colors and even better flavors.…” read »
on “Celebrating the 4th”:“Pretty for the 4th …” read »
- on “Purple Loves Turquoise”:
“Purple goes perfectly with turquoise. I don't think there are very many colors that it…” read »
- on “Purple Loves Turquoise”:
“How fun! I love it!…” read »
- on “Celebrating the 4th”:
“Very interesting pick for July 4th! I'm not sure owls appreciate our fireworks on the…” read »
- on “Yay Purple”:
“Nope it was something else more personal. But my bead buying surely didn't help matters. But…” read »
on “Gold and White”:“PS: This should definitely get a POD.…” read »
- on “Gold and White”:
“I agree also. To go with that theme, if you have access to any fashion magazines,…” read »
- on “Beachy 4th”:
“This is such a cool pick. You've combined beachy elements with our beloved holiday on the…” read »
- on “Sun Sand and Sea”:
“Oh how I love the beach so I do love the picks that depict anything to…” read »
- on “Tropical Flamingoes”:
“Nicely done! Definitely tropical and fun.…” read »
- on “Butterwing”:
“Words escape me! I agree with the ladies! I like the Lemon Chrysoprase.…” read »
on “Sun Sand and Sea”:“Thank you so much Pam
Cali summer just wants you to go to the beach…” read »- on “Petunias, Pink and Purple”:
“Congrats on your day brightening POD! How are the petunias doing?…” read »
- on “Beachy 4th”:
“You definitely did a fantastic job! I live in the best area of town…” read »
- on “Gold and White”:
“I agree with everything Bev said!…” read »
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On Nov 11, 2020 at 12:17 am #
dolllady aka Pam says:I was watching the weather in my hometown paper and they were forecasting for them to have the same weather you had today. They didn’t get anything but a high in the 30′s. Your pick is a wonderful depiction of winter in the northlands. It even have me chills just looking at the pretty beads. BRR! It quickly reminded me of any I love on the southern border of the US.
On Nov 11, 2020 at 12:47 am #
Granny Nancy says:What a pretty pick. We rarely have snow here but it does get cold – rarely freezing- but it feels freezing. Definitely a POD.
On Nov 11, 2020 at 9:28 am #
Beady Little Eyes says:So cold and icy. Beautiful picks. Makes me want to start a fire.
On Nov 11, 2020 at 3:53 pm #
Phoenix says:What a beautiful pick. And it sounds like its time to bust out those flannels!
On Nov 11, 2020 at 5:56 pm #
Kathryn R says:Thanks so much, Everyone! We are definitely getting the firewood ready for our fireplace.
On Nov 11, 2020 at 9:48 pm #
Robin nursechick says:Kathyrn, what a beautiful pick! When I see these icy pics, it reminds me of my early childhood in upstate New York. We played outside for hours in the snow. Then putting our mittens on the hot water registers, we would have hot chocolate and toast.
On Nov 14, 2020 at 10:33 am #
Kathryn R says:Thanks, Robin! Back then, many of us didn’t have nice warm thermal fleece, boots and down like kids have today. I remember nearly getting frostbite on my toes walking to school. Aah, memories…
On Nov 23, 2020 at 6:23 am #
EPBCornell says:Congrats on your fantastic frosty POD, Kathryn! You sure made a beautiful pick for some nasty weather! I’m from New England, where we get our fair share of winter cold, but I had a college friend from Des Moines, and from her stories we have nothing on the northern Midwest! But I love the contrast of the cozy times you get in winter, having braved the cold and now inside and comfy, working on or dreaming up the next bead project with a cup of coffee with chocolate milk or hot cocoa mix. Or sometimes tea, depending on mood. I’m presently contemplating these snowflake seed bead and CzechMates patterns. I’ve never used beams before and wonder if I could adapt to use 2 or 3 regular seed beads in a row if I work the thread back and forth in the pattern to keep them in line? Probably a nightmare.
Anyway, hope you have a good winter, Kathryn and everyone! Keep warm, stay healthy and happy beading!
On Nov 23, 2020 at 7:38 am #
Beady Little Eyes says:Congratulations on your lovely, cold pick.
On Nov 23, 2020 at 7:46 am #
Beady Little Eyes says:EPBC- If I understood correctly – sounds like what you want to do is a Herringbone stitch. Simple and fun but can be time consuming depending on the width. Happy beading.
On Nov 23, 2020 at 9:36 am #
Jogi says:Congratulations on your beautiful pick!
On Nov 23, 2020 at 10:56 am #
Kathryn R says:Thank you, Fresh Pick Friends! Our snow here has melted and temps are above freezing. 1-2” of snow due tomorrow. Yes, Liz, it’s a roller coaster weather ride in the Upper Midwest. As one of the funny nuns in the movie Sister Act said, “It was hell on earth. I loved it!” Most of us do…gives us something to keep us out of trouble. BTW, your CzechMates bead stitching idea seems beautiful. I *admire* anyone who can bead with needle and thread – awesomeness!
On Nov 23, 2020 at 1:23 pm #
EPBCornell says:Oh, if you are looking for awesomeness with seed beads, needle and thread, look at any of Beady Little Eyes’ design postings! I can do nothing of the awesomeness Beady (Lucinda?) does! I’ve improvised a couple of designs to get a shape I wanted for something or other, a bit overdelighted and surprised they came together and the thread made it back around, and I’ve failed to make a couple other shapes, but I rarely venture beyond peyote stitch. Beady, I submit to your wisdom and advice in all things beadweaving. Yes, herringbone seems to be a better, more stable idea than what I think I was thinking. Not too time consuming compared to the aggravation of trying to keep beads lined up/kept track of while getting all the threading done in my concept. Smarter.
On Nov 23, 2020 at 1:35 pm #
Maggies Mom says:Congrats!
On Nov 23, 2020 at 1:49 pm #
dolllady aka Pam says:I still love your beautiful POD! I’ve been saying quietly to myself I want to go home. After some self reflection I think I’m wanting to go back to my hometown. Your POD just reminds me of why I stay in the RGV.
On Nov 23, 2020 at 3:05 pm #
Beady Little Eyes says:Thanks EPB – so sweet.
On Nov 23, 2020 at 8:53 pm #
Granny Nancy says:Congratulations Kathryn. This is an awesome POD. Its a very artistic interpretation of winter. So lovely.