It's a pleasure for me to introduce my bead show representative, Darlene Mansue.  Darlene's background is in ceramic art; she brings a knowledge of color, materials, and design to her bead show customers--along with a joyful spirit and a great sense of fun.

I can't think of anyone I would rather have representing me on the road than Darlene!  Please look to her for everything you'll need to make beautiful jewelry from my glass beads and sculptural flowers, including

• Hand-dyed silk ribbons and cords
• Unique findings
• Kumihimo supplies
• Marsha Neal Studios ceramic designs
• Silver Silk metallic cord & findings
• The best instructional books

Even better than Darlene's wonderful, brightly colored table is the advice and recommendations that she willingly shares with anyone who needs a little help.

In fact, Darlene is so expert in bead and fiber weaving techniques that she has tutorials available at JewelryMaking Professor.com.  Learn basic kumihimo braiding, weaving beads with the kumihimo technique and a beautiful new Shamballa macrame beaded bracelet.  JewelryMaking Professor offers a way for artists to reach out to beaders seeking new techniques or instruction who are willing to pay a reasonable fee for the knowledge acquired.  Instead of buying a book with some projects that may not be for you, get just the project that meets your needs today.

If you're not a member of our mailing list, please sign up here for information about upcoming shows, new projects or exciting kits that Darlene will have available in 2012.

Please be sure to look for Darlene at most Innovative Beads Expo and bead society shows in the North East/Mid-Atlantic region.