newsletter - Northwest Bead Society

NEWSLETTER
Volume 30, Number 2
September 2012
Published by the Northwest Bead Society, Seattle, WA
www.nwbeadsociety.org
Poster by Michelle Jones
Inside You’ll Find
Upcoming Bead Bazaar on September 29th and 30th: Weekend Activities, Vendor List & Application and a
Demonstration Schedule of our Guest Presenters
Upcoming NWBS Guest Speakers: Bios and Presentation Descriptions
New NWBS Member Benefit
Annual Retreat Information and Photos
Seedbeaders’ Meeting Schedule
Our Retail Advertisers
Jewelry Making Opportunities and Events
And Much More!
Bead Bazaar Update—September 2012—Debby Zook, Bazaar Chair
Mark your calendar now for our 24th Annual
Bead Bazaar
September 29 & 30, 2012
Saturday 10am—5pm
Sunday 11am—4pm
Our Bead Bazaar will again be held at the
Lynnwood Convention Center on the Lower Level
3711 196th Street SW
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 778-7155
Bead Bazaar 2011
The bazaar is the major fund-raising event for the NWBS so we want to be a great success. Please support
the bead bazaar in whatever way you can; be a vendor, a volunteer or a shopper - or all three!
See our Facebook page for updates after this newsletter is published.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/NWBS-Bead-Bazaar/255487881143492
VENDORS:
At last count we have 39 vendors who have sent in applications for the bazaar and we've sold around 80% of
our tables. We do still have room for more vendors, so send in your application ASAP if you'd like to join us.
You can find the vendor application form on our website at: http://www.nwbeadsociety.org/bead_bazaar.htm
You can contact our Bead Bazaar Vendor Coordinator, Marla Baer-Peckham if you have questions.
(256) 337-0227
[email protected]
We have many returning vendors, some who have not been able to participate in recent years, as well as some
vendors new to our bazaar.
VOLUNTEERS
We have many volunteers helping us get ready for the bazaar and many more ready to help out with our vendor set-up on Friday September 28 as well as others who will be helping with many jobs on the days of the
bazaar.
Thanks to all of you! The bazaar just wouldn't happen without your help. We can still use more volunteers so
if you can help, please contact our volunteer recruiter Liz Browning 360 441-5611 [email protected]
You can find the volunteer form on the Bead Bazaar page of our website: http://www.nwbeadsociety.org/
bead_bazaar.htm The link for the form is along the right side of the page.
PUBLICITY
Tamera Mickelson and Michelle Jones have been hard at work placing ads in publications and getting postcards
and posters printed and placed.
In addition Laura Jessup has worked on printing and distributing Bead Bazaar announcement cards that she, and
many other members, have been spreading around.
We will continue to work on distributing these postcards and flyers so we can use everyone's help with this task.
Once again, for the 24th time,
the Northwest Bead Society looks forward to seeing you at the bazaar!
FORMAL DEMONSTRATIONS IN ROOM 1A
Cynthia Toops has scheduled several formal demonstrations on the days of the bazaar.
Saturday:
Melissa Cable - Faux Bone
Juan Reyes - Cold Connections and Fold Forming
Lynne Magie - Little & Big - Using small beads to Showcase the beautiful Art Bead you just Bought
Sarah Wilbanks - Polymer Clay Transfers, Pendants and Beads
Sunday:
Kathy Repp - Viking Knit
Mario Miyashiro - Improving your Small Object Photography
Karen Williams - Seedbead Weaving (title forthcoming)
INFORMAL DEMONSTRATIONS (TECHNIQUES) AT THE NWBS TABLE
Laura Jessup has scheduled informal demonstrations also for both days.
Techniques include:
Seedbead Weaving - Basic Peyote, Brick, N’debele, and Right Angle Weaves
Kumihimo
Seedbeaded Spiral Cords
Sculptural Seedbead Weaving
Basic Chain Making
Finger Knotting
Wire Loops, Wraps and Clasps
MEMBER GALLERY DISPLAY CASE
Jennifer Brown is coordinating a display of members’ work.
This display is always amazing and inspirational.
If you have any items you’d like to have displayed at the
Bead Bazaar please contact:
Jennifer at [email protected], 253-835-0769
DEBBY ZOOK
2012 BEAD BAZAAR CHAIR
[email protected]
360-297-8315
Muse and Process, September 20th Speaker - Kristi Zevenberger
Kristi Zevenberger has been making jewelry and teaching
metalsmithing in the Puget Sound area for over 20 years.
Her jewelry has received local and national honors and she
has been published in Metalsmith, Art Jewelry Magazine,
and Lark Publications. Teaching credits are Pratt Fine
Arts Center, Edmonds Community College, Fusion Beads
and The Ranch. Her work is shown and sold locally at
Facere Jewelry Art Gallery and periodically through galleries around the country.
Flora
“Muse and Process”
Kristi will be speaking on how she navigated the creative process over the
last 20 years including visual presentation of early work, current work on
the bench, and much in between.
Bernice’s Necklace
History of Hand Sewing, October 18th Speaker - Carol Perrenoud
Carol Perrenoud is a bead artist, teacher and entrepreneur. Her work has been exhibited nationally and featured in many beadwork books since 1989. She has penned articles for Bead &
Button and Beadwork Magazines and has authored 4 instructional beadwork
videos with Victorian Video Productions: Beadweaving Peyote Stitch, Bead
Crochet, Bead Embroidery and Beadweaving Herringbone Stitch. She received
the Bead & Button Excellence in Bead Artistry Award along with Virginia
Blakelock in 2002.
Many of her pieces refer to the animals she studied while a zoology student in
college, but her interest in beads and fibers is lifelong. In describing her home
life at age five, she remembers that Grandma, who lived downstairs, had a towering column of See's candy boxes filled with beads sorted by color.
Needle Maker
Carol spends her days working in her mail order bead business, Beadcats, and her evenings recovering from
the day job and gardening - sometimes by headlamp. She is active in the Portland Bead Society and lives and
works in nearby Wilsonville, Oregon.
She can be contacted at [email protected] Mail Order website is www.beadcats.com
“History of Hand Sewing”
I often have to remind customers, students and myself that beads are just static, but tactile, pretty pieces of
glass. What I do with them is to make myself feel elegant or visibly put a smile on my face, or impress the
viewer that I could do that with beads – THAT is the art of beadwork.
―It’s a relationship‖. I hear or read that about artists in all mediums, but what does that mean? It does not
mean that I am always in love, wrapped-up in rapture about my work. Sometimes I do carry a few beads in
my pocket that are later at the bottom of the washing machine – a quick love affair, but then abandoned. Other
days, I can’t wait to continue working on a project. I rush home from work and heat up some soup for dinner.
The bead tray is on my lap, public television is on the TV for background and I’m at one with the universe.
Other days, I’m just the technician, going through the motions, getting the job done. There are late hours and
maniacal work. I lose sleeping thinking, ―Is this the best way to continue for the sake of the piece? What am I
going to do next?‖ There are disagreements, but I win because I have an opposable thumb and can operate the
scissors. ―Am I doing the right thing? Should I give it more space, or discipline?‖ Other days, I’d rather be
hauling manure for the garden than have to look at THOSE beads. But again, I’m in it for the long haul. It’s a
relationship.
Pearls to Dream About, November 15th Speaker - Richard Paille
Richard Paille has worked in the jewelry industry 42 years. Teaching himself the basics of fine jewelry making, Richard opened a jewelry workshop
in Seattle in 1971 where he did repair work for antique shops and walk-in
public, meanwhile studying the craft of fine jewelry making.
In 1972 he began studies at the Gemological Institute of America (G.I.A.)
to become a gemologist. During that period he was also continuing his academic education in economics. ―During the day I worked on jewelry then
hit the books at night.‖ Later, Richard opened a retail jewelry store in the
University District in Seattle which he operated for many years.
Richard Harvesting Pearls
Eventually, Richard sold the store to design jewelry for a national market. For 25 years he exhibited his work
at art & craft shows across the U.S.
In the mid-90’s, Richard, and a small crew, traveled to Australia to film a documentary on opal mining. On a
later trip to the South Pacific, they filmed another story on black pearl farming which led to Richard’s pearl
business in the Cook Islands and a change in his jewelry to 18K and platinum featuring pearls. See how black
pearls are made: My pearl making station.
In 2008 Richard converted his studio into a teaching space and opened the jewelry making school he operates
today. www.Learn2MakeJewelry.com
Richard produces tools for jewelry makers available through supply outlets around the country, offers jewelry
making and business consulting services, and speaks to groups on jewelry subjects. Contact Richard by email
or phone. [email protected] (206) 527-1515
“Pearls to Dream About”
Pearls have a rich history. They are the oldest known
gem and for centuries were the most valuable. Some
became famous for their size, shape or ownership
provenance. In the early 20th century when the techniques of pearl cultivation were discovered, pearls became available to the public worldwide and their beauty shared across cultures, incomes and ages. I’ll be
demonstrating how pearls are made using the specialized tools pearl farmers
employ and talking about my involvement in pearl farming. Also, I’ll be presenting a short multimedia piece
on Manihiki Atoll in the Cook Islands where I worked and learned how to make this ―ocean gem.‖
In Remembrance of Ella Summerfield
Ella passed away August 1, 2012. She was not only a long time member but one of the
original founders of the Northwest Bead Society (1983). Together with her husband, Albert,
Ella attended every meeting serving her special punch. Her lemon bar cookies were always a
hit. Lynne Magie remembers Ella tending the kitchen, preparing the coffee and quietly making sure everything went right while others were socializing and comparing beads. After Albert passed away, Ella continued to come to the meetings until she was too weak to leave the
house.
Laura Bowker said, “It has been a long time since Ella has been to our general meetings. She was truly interested in each and every member. She would take the time to talk to you and the next time she would see you and
remember what you were up to and would ask how things were going for you. Ella was a wonderful caring person
and the bead society has her and Albert to thank for our group’s existence.”
Ella loved “big” beads, and with Albert amassed an amazing collection of ancient to contemporary beads.
No matter what the topic of the talk was, they were able to pull wonderful examples from their collection. Nicki
Stessin admired their remarkable instincts and taste. They would advise her which beads to collect (i.e. pomtek
beads) and were always spot on. She remembers that Ella’s favorite necklace was a strand of white hearts and brass
button shanks originally from Russia. I remember lusting after a strand of 6-layered chevron she was wearing. She
said it took her 30 years to assemble, collecting a couple of beads a year.
Nora Smids, who joined the NWBS in the early 80’s, remembers when Albert and Ella invited her and her
friend over and showed them their collection. “… It opened a whole new world to me that is still a keen interest …”
“Along life’s path one meets many people that change and develop your interests, thus was Albert and Ella – people
that shared willingly and are not to be forgotten.”
Memorable Tidbits
Nicki: “It tickles me to see these amazing beads stored in egg cartons…”
Laura: “Ella when asked how the bead bazaar was going, remarked, “Shoppers are just a bunch of tire kickers today!” (Looking and not buying!)
Claudia Ebling: “Beads were more Albert’s passion, but Ella was always supportive. Ella has her own collections.”
Claudia would bring pastries (cream cheese Danish) on her visits and over coffee Ella would talk about one of her
many collections. “I became fascinated with these lids, 3” in diameter, porcelain, with English scenes. They were
early 20th century, for a man to house his hair grease.” These Ella displayed in her house, some in frames and some
simply on the western walls of her kitchen.
Larry Scott: “Ella always entertained visitors in the kitchen. The wide East window sill by the table were many of
the orchids she had persuaded to bloom again and few on death row hoping for reprieve. There was coffee and tea
and always cookies. Snickerdoodles whenever Kathleen and I came. Here we sat and talked over things. Mainly the
past, but the living too. With a knowing and somewhat wicked
eye, Ella could unmask the foibles of others. Best though, was
when the bright eyes and that always-the-lady smile, she
laughed at her own.”
Like Ella, we should share our collections. I hope we’ll all wear
a treasured bead piece in remembrance of Ella to the next meeting and share stories.
~Cynthia Toops~
Kathleen, Ella and Larry
Email addresses are @nwbeadsociety.org
2012 NWBS Board of Directors
President……………………………Jo Tampas….…………………………...president@
Vice President.…………………......Luciana Simoncini……………………...vp@
Vice President………………...……Cynthia Toops….……………………….vp@
Secretary…………………..……….Phyllis Middleton (425) 430-5531…..….secretary@
Treasurer……………………..…….Deanna Raabe.…………………….….…treasurer@
Past President…………………...….Laura Jessup….…………………………past.president@
NWBS Services
Member Records…………….……..Julia Henry (206) 925-3422…..…….…..memberrecords@
Retreat Co-Chairs…..……………...Ellen Lambright, Debbie Johnson….…...retreat@
Bazaar Chair……………..………...Debby Zook…………….……………….beadbazaar@
Bazaar Vendor Registration……….Marla Baer-Peckham…………………[email protected]
Newsletter Editor………..…………Laura Jessup…………………………….newsletter@
Webmaster……………………..…..Monica Bouwens………………………..webmaster@
Additional Contact Information
Meeting Facilitator………..…Tamera Mickelson…[email protected]………..206-856-5640
Seed Bead Group…[email protected]…...www.nwbeadsociety.org/seed_bead_group.htm
www.nwbeadsociety.org
The Northwest Bead Society’s Mission
Dedicated to the study of beads, beading techniques and the historical role of beads in human development, we focus on the dissemination of knowledge and information about all
aspects of beads.
Founded in 1983, the Northwest Bead Society is a non-profit organization open to anyone
with an interest in beads.
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Letter from our President, Jo Tampas
Summer’s coming to an end and the sky seems endless. We had many more sunny days this year than last.
I’ll breathe the sun in deep and remember the pleasure of these days through the upcoming fall.
In August we had wonderful hot weather for the NWBS picnic. We were repeatedly saluted when the Blue
Angles flew over head. A few times the Blue Angels were close enough that we were able to read the
writing on the wings of the plane. We had a sumptuous feast with all the food that people brought to the
picnic. I want to extend a huge thank you to Cynthia and Dan for opening their hearts and home to us for
the picnic. And to Dan for all the landscaping he did to make a beautiful picnic spot in front under the
shade of their huge trees and the new back patio he built especially for us in time to descend upon them
for the day.
And, while we board members worked to recruit new board members to fill the spots that are coming open
in 2012, we did not get any firm commitments. I have really enjoyed working as part of the NWBS board to
support the membership. In 2013 we are looking for a new Treasurer and a new Vice-President or VicePresidential team. (Position descriptions are available at General Meetings and never hesitate to approach
any board member for their input.) Please consider joining the board for 2013.
Deanna Raabe has done a wonderful job for three and a half years. And, although she loves being Treasurer, it’s time for her to take a break. She uses Quicken and the books are in good order so stepping into her
shoes will be easier than might have been if she wasn’t so conscientious.
Luciana Simoncini is stepping down as Vice President along with Cynthia Toops, who has been Co-Vice President. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed all of the General Meeting lectures that I’ve been to. The primary function of
the Vice President is to arrange for the monthly lectures at the general meetings. Between Cynthia and Luciana they have plenty of contacts in the various beadmaking and silversmithing guilds. The schedule will
be set through February so that the incoming Vice-President (or team) will not be scrambling before the
fact to set up January and February lectures.
We have instituted a couple of new initiatives to improve the benefits of being a member of the NWBS.
Laura Jessup and Julia Henry worked hard to make sure our membership database was up-to-date and accurate for these initiatives. Laura created and distributed new Northwest Bead Society membership cards.
She has also recruited four of our local bead supply stores to offer a one-time, 10% discount on a purchase
when presented with a current membership card. The four stores are Fusion Beads, The Bead Factory, Red
Door Beads and Garden of Beadin’. (See page 16 for details.)
With Regards, Jo
NWBS 2012 Bead Bazar Vendor List
Updated 8/27/2012
Vendor Name
email
website
Adventures in Art
Bead Bazaar, Inc.
[email protected]
[email protected]
http://www.adventures-in-art.com
http://www.bellinghambeadbazaar.com
Beadcats
Beads & Etc.
Bling! Bling!
Cave Dweller Beads
Dragonfly Silver Findings
Elan
Empyrean Beads
Fire & Rain Glass Bead Society
Gaffer Glass USA
Gail Morse Beads
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
http://www.beadcats.com
(none)
Grand Products Co., Ltd.
Isis Ray
Kilim Company
Kyoto Studios Lampwork Beads
Lara Lutrick
Leslie Goldstein
Lisa Kan Designs
Lori Bergmann Design
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
http://www.grandproducts.biz
(none)
More Than Beads
Morningstar Fused Glass
Noble Makings
Oh! Sullivan Studio
Shiva Endeavors, LLC
Stonetown
[email protected]
[email protected]
http://www.morethanbeads.com
http://morningstarfusedglass.com
(none)
(none)
Tawna Wilsey
Teresa Sullivan Studio
The Natural School
Trinkets by T Vintage Beads
Unicorne Beads, Inc.
Wacky Wabbit Wanch
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
(none)
World's Edge Beads
Wynwoods Gallery & Bead Studio
Zizzyzaza Beads
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
http://www.worldsedgebeads.com
http://www.wynwoods.com
http://www.zizbead.com
Marilyn Moore
Matur Suksema
MB Imports
Melting Pot Studios
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
http://blinbxtwo.com
http://www.cavedwellerbeads.com
http://www.DFSFindings.com
http://www.elanbeads.com
http://www.empyreanbeads.com
http://www.fire-and-rain.org
http://www.gafferglassusa.com
(none)
http://www.thebeadchest.com
http://www.kyotostudio.etsy.com
http://lutrick.etsy.com
(none)
http://www.LisaaKan.com
http://www.LoriBergmann.etsy.com
http://www.marilynmooreswiresd.net
(none)
http://mbbeads.com
http://www.etsy.com/shop/MeltingPotStudios
http://www.bendbeads.com
(none)
http://teresasullivanstudio.com
(none)
http://www.TrinketsByT.com
http://www.UnicorneBeads.com
(none)
2012 NWBS Bead Bazaar
Vendor Contract
Sept. 29 & 30, 2012
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I understand that I must be a 2012 member of the Northwest Bead Society (NWBS) in good standing to
participate in the Bead Bazaar.
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I agree to pay a commission to the NWBS in the amount of 10% of my total gross sales. This amount is in
addition to table fees. This commission must be paid in full no later than Sunday, September 30, 2012 at
the close of the bazaar. After that date, a late fee of $25 will be added.
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I understand my selling space may not exceed the marked area. I will be provided with two chairs per table space.
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I agree that I will be complete with my set up no later than 9:45 am on Saturday, September 29, 2012. I
will not tear down before show close at 4 pm on Sunday, September 30, 2012.
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In consideration for leasing the table(s) and space indicated on my application, I hereby agree that the
NWBS, its officers and volunteers shall have no liability for any damages, loss or injury due to accidents,
theft or casualties or loss of goodwill due to weather conditions, accidents, casualties, theft, strikes, acts
of God, electrical or mechanical malfunction, reduced attendance, or any other cause.

I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the NWBS, its officers and volunteers from any claim, damage, or
liability that might be brought against it, including attorney’s fees, for any matter, incident, or transaction
relating to the NWBS Bead Bazaar.
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I understand this contract may not be sold or transferred in any way without prior written approval from
the Northwest Bead Society. Furthermore, I will not lease or share any portion of the space covered by
this contract with another party without written permission from the Bead Bazaar Committee. Violation
of any portion of this clause may result in the immediate eviction from the bazaar and may include exclusion from participation in future NWBS events. There will be no refund or reduction in fees for such removal.
I hereby agree to the preceding release and terms, conditions and restrictions set forth above, and also
promise to comply with all rules set by the Northwest Bead Society.
SIGNATURE:
DATE:
Print your Full Name:
Print your Business Name:
You must complete the Vendor Application on page 15 and submit it along with this contract.
PLEASE REMEMBER TO RETAIN COPIES FOR YOUR RECORDS.
Table Assigned: _______________
Vendor Name: _________________________________
Please do not write above line
2012 NWBS Bead Bazaar
Sept. 29 & 30, 2012
Application
(Please Type or Print)
Print Name EXACTLY As You Want It Listed for the Bazaar:
Your Name OR Business Name (NOT BOTH)
Primary Contact Person:
Address:
City:
State:
ZIP: _
Business Telephone Number:
Cellular Number:
E-mail Address:
Website:
My main category is (Check ONLY One):
1 Beadmaker: Glass, Polymer, PMC, Metal, Other
(Circle ALL that apply)
2 Bead Store
3 Lapidary, Stone, Ceramic Beads, Silver Work (Circle ALL that apply)
4 Importer or Collector
5 Finished Products Made from Beads Including Jewelry and Seed Bead Work
Please Indicate Your Preference:
Qty
Price
NWBS 2012 Membership be current.
$30
One (1) 6’ table with electricity (VERY LIMITED)
$150
One (1) 8’ table with electricity
$200
Additional tables (max 3) REQUESTED
$150
Total
TOTAL ENCLOSED
CANCELLATIONS: Cancellations must be made in writing and received no later than August 17, 2012. Cancellations received prior to August 17, 2012 will be entitled to a refund of the paid registration fee, less a $25 administrative charge. THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS FOR
CANCELLATIONS MADE AFTER AUGUST 17, 2012, unless the space can be resold.
Send your vendor application and contract with payment by CHECK ONLY to:
Make check payable to: NORTHWEST BEAD SOCIETY
Northwest Bead Society
Attn: Bead Bazaar Vendor Registration
PMB 564, 4616 25TH Ave. NE
Seattle, WA 98105
PLEASE REMEMBER TO RETAIN A COPY FOR YOUR RECORDS.
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NWBS Seed Bead Group
When:
Fourth Sunday of every month at 10:30am
(except November & December)
Feel free to arrive earlier to assist with set-up.
Where:
Maplewood Rock & Gem Club
8802 196th St SW, Edmonds, WA
This gorgeous bracelet crafted by
Julia Henry is the result of one of
What:
our 2008 lessons.
An example of what you can
do with seed beads!
The Seed Bead group meets 11 times a year for
a fun-filled day of beading, eating, gabbing,
Created by Jennifer Brown
learning & sharing.
At each regular meeting the group has the
chance to learn a new stitch, medium, project
2012 Schedule (and beyond…)
or technique using mostly seed beads (hence
1/22/12: Pearl/Crystal Bangle, Debbie Johnson
the name!). These sessions are typically led
2/26/12: Finger Knotting, Georgia McMillan
by a fellow member and supply lists are provided on the Seedbeaders yahoogroup listing.
Participation in the lesson is optional. So if
3/25/12: Bohemian Wrap, Kate Parsons
4/22/12: Huichol Baskets, Debby Zook
the project doesn’t interest you just bring
5/20/12: Ribbon Pouch, Shirley Pauls
along something else to do.
6/24/12: “Corset & Stays” Beaded Bead, Karen Williams
These Sundays also include a show-and-tell of
seed bead related items that you’ve made or
found and a potluck lunch. YUM!
7/22/12: N’debele (aka Herringbone) Tube, Deanna Raabe
8/26/12: Russian & St. Petersburg Leaves, Jennifer Brown
9/23/12: African Helix, Janet Thompson
10/21/12: Snowflakes, Debby Zook
So... X out those Sundays on your calendar,
grab your beads, supplies, tools, etc., any seed
bead related treasures you want to share
12/02/12: Holiday Program
Jan 27, 2013: Glass Cabochon/Felted Beads
and/or brag about, some tasty grub & join in
Feb 24, 2013: Beaded Cabochon Bezel (closed back)
the fun.
Mar 24, 2013: Kumihimo
To get the “buzz” on this great group, visit
April 28, 2013: Flat Spiral Bracelet
the “Seedbeaders” group on Yahoo.
Newcomers are always welcome.
For more on the Seedbeaders, please visit our website at:
www.nwbeadsociety.org/seed_bead_group.htm
Northwest Bead Society – Bead Retreat
October 26, 27 & 28, 2012
The Retreat Center at Camp Burton, Vashon Island, WA
Attendance is full for the retreat, with a very short wait list. We know how
plans can always change, thus if you were considering attending, we still encourage you to put a registration form in. We are returning to the Retreat
Center at Camp Burton on Vashon Island (www.campburton.com). This
charming facility is located on waterfront property in a peaceful, wooded setting on Vashon Island, only a short ferry ride from Seattle. We are planning
another fun, relaxing weekend this year for you to work on your beading projects, visit with friends, share what you are doing, watch a demo if you want,
and just have a great time - with everything taken care of for you. Our meeting space has great views of the water, and the facility has beach access.
The registration fee of $195 includes both your housing and meals. You will
be able to come on Friday afternoon, leave on Sunday afternoon, and know
that everything is taken care of in your registration: all meals (Friday dinner
through Sunday lunch), your lodging for Friday and Saturday night, and our space to meet. Sleeping accommodations will be 3 people per room. You may tell us who you wish to room with or let us
make the assignment. Linen service is provided and each room has its own bathroom, although
since we are at a camp and not a hotel, rooms are left unlocked.
We do want this to be a relaxing weekend for all, with plenty of time to bead, so we have planned:
—a limited number of mini-classes
—another challenge project
—the Bead Swap Game and
Secret Beading Buddy for
those who wish to participate.
If you have already signed up
and have not paid in full as
yet, please do so ASAP. If
you have questions or would
like to help with the preretreat preparations, please
contact: Ellen Lambright,
425-883-9409, [email protected] or, Debbie Johnson, [email protected]
Enjoy New Membership Benefits! Here’s how it works:
 Write the names of the four stores below onto the back of your membership
card.
 Simply present your card at time of checkout and receive 10% off your total
purchase.
 Please NOTE that the 10% discount is for one occasion at each store and cannot
be combined with any other offers or promotions.
Membership
Card
Your Name Here
expires: 12/31/12
NWBS Public Relations & Marketing
These past several months, the bead society has
been present at two bead shows: The Whole
Bead Show in Lynnwood and The Puget Sound
Bead Festival in Tacoma.
Enjoy membership benefits at the
bead stores listed below.
This is a one-time 10% discount on
your total purchase (not to be combined with any other offers or discounts).
 Fusion Beads - Seattle
 The Bead Factory - Tacoma
 Red Door Beads - Arlington
 The Garden of Beadin’ - Bothell
Scholarship Opportunity for Beaders
Revere Academy of Jewelry Arts is now accepting
applications for its 2013 Scholarship for Beaders.
Each of these opportunities got us exposure to
hundreds of bead lovers! And them to a wonderful representation of our organization.
The contest is open to anyone who makes beaded
jewelry and would like to learn more about traditional
jewelry making in metal. The winner of this contest,
designed for the beading community, will receive a
full scholarship for a 3-day Beginning Fabrication
class. This full scholarship includes tuition plus airfare from anywhere in the U.S. as well as lodging in
San Francisco, and kit fees.
With gratitude to them, our volunteer staff:
The application deadline is October 15, 2012.
Thank you, Whole Bead Show and the Lareau
family of The Bead Factory, for your generosity
providing our booths free of charge.
For more details, visit:
Jo Tampas
Deanna Raabe
Linda Gardner
Only Diana
Lynne Magie
Eileen Nelson
Liz Browning
Kathy Repp
Tamera Mickelson
Debby Zook
Connie Mitro-Johnson
Jennifer Brown
Marla Baer-Peckham
Shirley Pauls
Bev Lancaster
Bonnie Kroon
http://www.revereacademy.com/guide/scholarship/
scholarship-for-beaders/
The Revere Academy is located in downtown San
Francisco’s historic Phelan Building. Schedules, information and a free video tour are available upon
request:
Revere Academy of Jewelry Arts
760 Market Street, Suite 900
VOLUNTEERS
San Francisco, CA 94102
The bead society is indebted to ALL of its
volunteers!
Tel: 415-391-4179
It depends on you to function and cannot
continue without YOU.
Web Site: www.revereacademy.com
Email: [email protected]
Professional Development Opportunities & Events in Metalsmithing and More
The Seattle Metals Guild (SMG) has extended the deadline for two of its annual awards: Travel Grant
In Honor of Ramona Solberg and Matriculated Student In Honor of Sharon Boardway.
The new application deadline for both of these awards is September 14, 2012.
For details, visit http://www.seattlemetalsguild.org/programs/scholarships
Don’t miss Pratt’s Open House, “One Hot Night” on Saturday, September 8, 2012 from 6-9pm
Watch dozens of demonstrating artists work at their craft. Enjoy drop in art projects for kids age 5 and up.
PLUS, this year Pratt is offering a 10% discount on all classes to everyone who registers for a class during the
Open House.
Outcast & Company, a metal casting company in the Fourth and Pike Building, may still be hiring!
Contact Denise at [email protected] or phone 206-382-0766 Monday—Friday, 9:30am-4:00pm.
Outcast specializes in production casting and finishing in brass, silver, gold and platinum, as well as production
molds, product engineering and consulting services. They are located at Seattle Micro Foundry, 1424 4th Ave.
Suite 630, Seattle, WA 98101
3 x 2 Collaborative Pieces between the ISGB and the SMG are on display at Danaca Design.
They are there until September 4th - only days away. Check out the incredible talent of a glass bead artist and
that of a metalsmith artist combined into the amazing creation of jewelry art.
Danaca Design is located at 5619 University Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98105. Their hours are Tuesday—Friday
11am-6pm and Saturday 10-6. Visit their website at http://www.danacadesign.com or phone 206-524-0916
Ever visited the Tacoma Metal Arts Center (TMAC)?
There you can learn to design and create your own custom jewelry and small-scale sculpture. Expert instruction will help you to develop the skills to make the jewelry that you have only imagined. The classes offered at
TMAC include such techniques as Hand-stamped Charms, Alternative Materials for Jewelry: Resin and Concrete, Etching and Patinas, Beads and Buttons Workshop, Chain Making, Stone Setting and PMC Rings. The
center also offers private lessons and individual instruction, studio rental (space and equipment), and mentored
studio time.
TMAC is located at 711 St Helens Ave #102, Tacoma, WA 98402 Their hours are Monday—Wednesday 126pm, Closed Thursday and Friday and open for classes on Saturday and Sunday.
Email: [email protected] Tel: 253-227-1694 Website: http://www.tacomametalarts.com
The Annual Jewelry and Metals Symposium has become one of the most anticipated and popular events
of the Seattle Metals Guild. The Symposium is a carefully crafted day of presentations that span the rich
spectrum of metal arts. Beginning at 9am and running until 6pm, Symposium day features five presentations, a
treasure-filled silent auction, the towering tables of the Charon Kranson Book Sale, generous breaks to visit
with friends and establish new contacts, and a tasty lunch to-boot.
The Symposium is designed to inform, entertain and provide an inclusive environment in which attendees can
mix with presenters and beginners can rub elbows with icons. It is a revitalizing experience and a chance to
expand your horizons.
Stay tuned for updates including a slate of Symposium presenters; accompanying events; registration prices
and details by visiting the SMG website at www.seattlemetalsguild.org
And mark your calendars for the date of October 20, 2012! Location: Broadway Performance Hall, 1625
Broadway, Seattle, WA 98122
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Muse and Process
September 20th Speaker Kristi Zevenberger
Bernice’s Necklace
History of Hand Sewing
Flora
October 18th Speaker Carol Perrenoud
Needle Maker
Pearls to Dream About
November 15th Speaker Richard Paille
Tanzanite Pearl
Richard Paille
7910 Greenwood Ave N
Greenwood Masonic Lodge
7:00 pm
3rd Thursday of Each Month
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