Fall Beading at JuJu's

Greetings!

Have you seen the latest edition of Stringing Magazine for September? If not, go find it NOW. This is the only thing you have to do today...it is FULL of exciting new projects, gorgeous pictures and tons of inspiration for fall beading. I can't say I have been a fan of Stringing lately, but this issue showcases their updated look, new format and even better instruction/tutorial section. Lucky for me, I was able to breeze through a copy at Louisville Library-who is carrying both Stringing and Bead & Button Magazine now for all of us to enjoy.

What's Hot (besides all of us and these 97 degree days--ha ha)
Everything for Fall has chain. Tons of mixed metal necklaces; chain mixed with beads; chain mixed with ribbon/textiles. I've gotten bit by the chain bug and now am carrying probably 5 times as much chain as I used to. We have gunmetal, copper, antique brass, silver and gold. All kinds of link varieties-ball, rolo, figaro, openlink, novelty-you get the picture. Prices are very inviting as these are not precious metals, most around $2.50 a foot. You can get creative and not go broke for a change!

Save the Date
Saturday October 2nd is a special evening in downtown Louisville, the last Arts Hub evening of 2010 before the snow flies. Ju Ju Beads will be showcasing a display of the latest porcelain bead designs inspired by Gustav Klimt's art work. All of you who are familiar with these collectible beads know what a treat you are in for. I will be displaying prints of Klimt's work along with the beads, so you can appreciate the source of the inspiration. Also that evening, Janice Larson, a local Louisville resident and gifted painter will be displaying her work. She paints beautiful local scenes that she also sells at Boulder Arts and Crafts Cooperative. This all takes place from 6-9pm.

Thanks to everyone who made it another successful summer for Ju Ju Beads. Business is still growing and the new location finally feels like home. As for classes, I am totally frustrated trying to encourage people to sign up for classes, so for a while I will not be organizing a set class schedule but instead will offer to meet with you for a private class to teach you whatever you want to learn. One hour sessions are $35/hour. If you want to schedule something, let's look at our calendars together. Thanks for your understanding. This has been a difficult decision for me to make...

For those of you I haven't seen over the summer, stop by SOON and share with me what you've been dreaming of making:)