A Creative Bump in the Road...

Well, I suppose that it was inevitable.... I have run out of inspiration for the time being. Mostly it's because I don't have the money to go out to the bead store, but I'm also hit a point where I need to take a break or risk more than short-term bordom.

In the meantime I think I'll get back to quilting. It's a nice change of pace, but still just as tedious at times. The only part I don't like is the repetitiveness of sewing the same thing over and over and over and over... and over. You get the point.

I'll post a pic of the quilt top I'm working on when I finish it. For now here are some of my favorites in my inventory.

Simple Stiletto Earrings

Needs:
1 Pair of Earwires
2 Headpins
Beads
Pliers

Step 1:
         Lay all your supplies out so you can see all of them. Next straighten the headpins if nessecary, then slide a bead onto the beadpin. Make a simple loop at the top.

Step 2:
        Take the earwires and open the loop at the bottom. Slide the headpins onto the opened loops. Now close them and you're done! You have made a pair of stiletto earrings.

Below is a pair I made a little while back. This style is great for showcasing beautiful beads that stand out all on their own.