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Lucky Kimono

 

September 1st, 2010

Serendipity and Bead Dreams

I've been working on this big Delica update for the past 3 weeks or so. "How big?" you ask - I'm so glad you asked. 157 new Delicas - which is a fraction of what is coming down the pipeline actually - but we can only process them so fast. Still - 157 new colour choices to round out the colour palette is not to be sneezed at - and puts us that much closer to realizing our dream of world domination - or, at least, carrying all the Delica colours. Bwa-ha-ha-ha.

So - when we got an email on Sunday from Darlene A. - with pictures of this exquisite beaded kimono - image how thrilled I was - like the whole world was thinking of Delicas!

She tells me:

I am sending you a couple of images of the' Lucky Kimono' project that I have finally completed using Delica size 11 beads from BEADFX.

Isn't that awesome? In addition, Darlene says that she would encourage anyone to pursue their bead dream! So - if you've been thinking about that truly elaborate project, the one that will take you a year, and make you something wonderful you will treasure forever - maybe you should start planning it. Spare time doesn't come along by itself, you know! (Click on the images for a closer view.)

And, new this week - if you are thinking of making something that really requires a lot of Delicas - we have added the Bulk Delica page. If one or two packages just isn't going to do it for you - then you may be interested in our 50 gram bags, at a savings to you, of course. Because, after all, beads don't go bad.

To look for all of our new delicas, start in the seedbead section and scroll down to the Japanese beads.

And if seedbeads are not your thing - because, while they are very versatile and can be used as the main course or as a side dish, so to speak, they may not be what you want - well - how about our stone of the month?

This month is Blue Tigereye. It is found in many places around the world, including right here in Canada, and the USA, India, and parts of Africa. Blue Tigereye is also known as Hawk's Eye and has that same silky shimmer to it.

Metaphysically - it is said to be very soothing and aids in reducing stress, increasing calm, and easing anxiety.

Remember - the bricks and mortar store is closed on Labour Day, but of course, our online store will be ready and waiting to take your orders!

Have a lovely long weekend - and try not to spend too much time gloating about the kids going back to school. ;-)

So, click on a link above, or just browse a category (Firepolish/Faceted, Pressed Glass, Crystal, Seedbeads, Stone and Pearls, Metal Beads, Other Cool Beads, Findings, Metal Clay & Supplies or Books, Kits, Tools) and look for the New tags!

Who are we? beadFX is a Canadian Bead Shop. We are both an online store and a “bricks and mortar” store. We are open to the public 7 days a week. We sell quality glass beads and findings to enthusiastic amateurs and discerning professionals. We love beads & jewellery and we use what we sell! There is no order minimum, but we do offer free shipping if your order is over $100 Canadian.

We are also lampwork/flamework enthusiasts — we make beads, we sell them, we teach, we sell supplies. We can help you set up a studio, teach you basic and advanced techniques, or rent you space to work in. We strive to deliver top-quality service, top-quality products, and fair prices. Who could ask for more?

So select a link to the left, or click here and come and see what we have to offer!