work in progress

Lampwork beads, copper, metal and polymer clays

People who already know it all.

Good wire cutters! I get mine from Sears.

New Orleans, Louisiana

"It's mine, all mine!" Daffy Duck

Anything Cajun (seasoned, not spicy), especially crawfish and crabs

Comfortable clothing, especially at work. I love to shop at Coldwater Creek.

Hobby and craft books

Modern Country and Classic Rock mixed with a little alternative.

SciFi, Action, and Comedy/Romances

Beading, knitting, sewing, cooking

It helps take my mind off the chronic pain I have from degenerative disc and joint disease, osteoporosis, arthritis, and fibromyalgia. And it stimulates my creativity and gives me pleasure to see others happily wear my creations.

Charm bracelets, necklaces, earrings--I love it all!

Vintage, brass, copper, wood and natural materials, gems, and a little bling, too!

I get inspiration from looking at jewelry in department stores, in catalogs, and online and from antique pieces and various publications.

Never cut your wire too short when stringing. Try to minimize waste, but don't cut before you glue that crimp!

My living room sofa!

I order from Fire Mountain, eBay sellers, flea markets, my mother's jewelry box, Oriental Trading and anywhere I can get my hands on some!

Making necklaces and earrings from vintage glass Mardi Gras beads and selling them in my mother's antique shop!

I am a 51 year old mother of two grown sons and grandmother of five (almost six). I have been married for nearly 22 years and my husband and I take care of my elderly parents. I work full-time in the utility industry and keep my sanity by beading and doing other crafts.