Rowena Art

Kahlua and Branch Stitch - It's a Broach - It's a Pendant

Here is a little bit of Prescott, Arizona sun showing off "Kahlua Falls".

This Kahlua lampworked focal piece is one of the few pieces I have left from my lampworking days. As you can see it is the bottom of the recycled bottle.

I used peyote stitch for the base of the off loom bead weaving, creating loops to add fun beads for adornment. From and among the beaded loops I added falls of branch stitch.

Nearly all of my broach pins run vertically to enable me to pin them on a kumihimo braid or chain.

Like all of my work, you can find it at :

Arts Prescott Cooperative Gallery

134 S. Montezuma Street

 Whiskey Row in Prescott, Arizona

 www.artsprescott.com - www.rowenaart.net

Prescott's Jeweler Bill Ford Created this Leather Horned Toad Tie

While working the gallery this week, a collector came in to see what Arts Prescott has to offer and find out if I knew anything about an artist named Bill Ford. He was looking for information on this hand crafted tie which he purchased at another show sometime ago.

This is a bolo tie made by Prescott artist, Bill or William Ford, as you see on the signing of the piece.

Bill, taught Jewerly Art at Yavapai College for years and his work is unique to him.

The Sterling Silver and Gold Horned Toad is one of his Horned Toad Series.

The quality leather work is also done by Ford.

 

 

UK Rug Weaver Jason Collingwood to Teach Workshop in Prescott Valley Arizona 2012

Don't miss this wonderful opportunity!

Workshop Leader: Jason Collingwood

 Workshop Location: Stepping Stones, Prescott Valley, AZ  

Workshop Dates: February 21-23, 2012

 Cost of Workshop: $200

 

Description: "3 -end b l o c k w e a v e . An exploration of three end block weaves, the same structure Jason uses to weave all his rugs. Starting with simple two colour designs and moving on to designing within the blocks and the introduction of a third colour. Techniques such as clasped wefts and dovetailing will be looked at to further increase the design scope of this structure. 2 / 1 double faced twill will also be covered in this class. Special emphasis will be placed on Shaft Switching, every one being able to adapt their looms in class to try out this exciting technique." 

http://www.rugweaver.co.uk/  - Jason Collingwood's website 

Contact Diane Braun, President, Mountain Spinners and Weavers Guild, Prescott, AZ, for more information. (928) 442-9291 - highlander1@highcastlecrafts.com

Chevron Beads Are Some of My Favorites

David Nevill writes:

Invented by Marietta Barovier in 1480 as Rosetta beads and produced in Venice, Italy, from that time to the present day. Considered by many in Africa to be the most highly prized of all beads ... they were worn by chiefs, marabouts and wealthy village elders, many of whom were buried wearing their finery. In time, natural earth movements bring these beautiful beads to the surface, giving rise to the widely held African legend that they grow from the soil.

Produced by fusing various numbers of layers of different coloured glass ... which were then shaped and ground into many patterns and polished by hand or by tumbling to various degrees of opaque, satin or high gloss finishes. They are one of the great favourites of bead collectors world-wide, with early examples becoming scarce and more valuable as time goes by.
Although copied by many countries worldwide, descendants of at least two of the original bead-making families in Murano, Venice are still using some of the original production methods.

African Trade Beads - mailto:info@africantradebeads.com - http://www.africantradebeads.com  -  http://www.toubab.com  -  http://www.asiantradebeads.com  

 

"Textiles - Today: Redefining the Medium" 2012 - The Durango Art Center Exhibit

The Durango Arts Center, in conjunction with its upcoming exhibit,  *Textiles - Today:  Redefining the Medium*, will be offering workshops led by three exhibiting artists: Wendy Huhn, Liz Axford, and Lisa Klakulak.  These artists have conducted workshops at prestigious arts and crafts  institutions such as Penland School of Crafts, Haystack Mountain  School of Crafts, and the Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts.  Class size is limited and sign-up is on a first come first served basis.

 Registration closes on March 1st.  To register, participants just need

 http://durangoarts.org/wp-content/uploads/Registration-Form.pdf) and  mail  to: Durango Arts Center

Attn: Textile Workshops -  802 E. 2nd Av - > Durango, CO 81301

Arizona Bead Soup and Branch Stitch - Kumihimo, Merlot and Antique Lamp Crystal

Something You Might Be Interested In: First Things First Regional Partnership Council

Friends and Colleagues, Do you know someone who is passionate and determined to make a difference for young kids in your community? If so, we need your help in recruiting them to serve as a volunteer on your local First Things First Regional Partnership Council!

 The 31 regional councils statewide are a vital part of helping First Things First fulfill our shared vision that every child will arrive at school healthy and ready to succeed. The regional councils identify the needs of children under six in their communities, work with community stakeholders to establish priorities, and determine strategies to fund. Beyond these funding decisions, the regional councils build collaborations with local partners to help ensure the most efficient use of resources and achieve positive outcomes for young children.

 A total of 186 regional council seats are open across the state.  The First Things First Board will make appointments to the regional councils at their June 2012 meeting.  Each appointment is for a four-year term and application is open to all eligible applicants. Regional council members must either live or work in the region they wish to represent.   

Serving as a volunteer member on one of First Things First Regional Partnership Councils requires time, talent, leadership qualities and a commitment to building successful communities which support young children. The council membership represents a diverse group made up of members representing Arizona's tribal communities, health, business, education, child care and philanthropy, as well as general "at large" community members.  Regional council members must have expertise in their area, as well as the dedication and tenacity to effect change for young children in their communities. 

 I am sure there are many individuals within your organization, or among your constituents, who would be ideal candidates. Please forward this information, and ask those interested to visit our website (www.azftf.gov) and to consider filling out an application for a position as an FTF regional council member.  Details on the open positions and a position description are available on the website.

 Thank you in advance for helping us find the best people to represent young kids in our communities. We value your time and hope that you will support our efforts to reach a diverse, well-qualified and interested group of people with this opportunity to lead the work of First Things First.

Sincerely, Rhian Allvin - Executive Director  -  Contact Us: First Things First
4000 N Central Ave, Ste. 800, Phoenix, AZ 85012
Phone: 602.771.5100 Fax: 602.274.6351

Flat Peyote Stitch Cuffs by Rowena

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The Tucson Gem and Mineral Show Feb. 4 - 6 - 2012

New Website for The Tucson Bead Show!

February 4 - 6 • 2012

The Tucson Bead Show is bead design –over 500 artisan booths, galleries, merchant displays, and workshops –in one location.

Check out the updated exhibitor list here and the new workshops offered here.

Buyer and wholesale pre-registration are available online –register here. Remember –The Tucson Bead Show immediately follows To Bead True Blue, which is Sunday, January 29, through Friday, February 3, 2012. Check out the To Bead True Blue exhibitor list here and the workshops here. Doubletree Tucson Reid Park, 445 South Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ 85711. www.TheTucsonBeadShow.com  -  www.ToBeadTrueBlue.com  -- info@beadagio.com | (530) 274-2222

 

Recycled Glass Night Light by Melody McConaughy - Arts Prescott Gallery

Fused recycled glass was used to create this unique night light by Melody McConaughy.

You will find all of Melody's work at:

Arts Prescott Cooperative Gallery

134 s. Montezuma St. Whiskey Row

Prescott, Arizona

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Simply Cherise Interviews Prescott Bead Artist Georgene Lockwood

An Interview by: http://simplycherise.net/2012/01/friday-feature-artist-and-author-georgene-lockwood/

Tell me about yourself, your life, where you live and what it’s like.
My name is Georgene Lockwood. I’m a wife, mother and grandmother and live with my leather artist husband in Northern Arizona (paradise on earth if you ask me!). I’ve had a long career as a journalist, marketing writer and author, with 10 published books to my name on a variety of non-fiction topics. My latest is The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Beading Basics, which came out in October of 2011.

I think I became a writer because I’m curious about EVERYTHING, especially Nature. My husband and I enjoy animal tracking and hiking and I’m an avid gardener. Maybe that’s why I think I’ve found my niche in creating accessories using the French beaded flowers. I can bring Nature into my work every day!
How did you got started making your things and what do you love about them?
I got interested first in making jewelry back in the mid-1990s and took a simple wire working class. I went on to try other beading and jewelry-making techniques: off-loom and on-loom weaving, bead embroidery, bead crochet, metal work, working with resin, working with vintage images. That’s what led to my writing my books on beading. But a few years ago I discovered the French beaded flower technique, taught myself as much as I could from books, and then took some 3-day workshops from Donna DeAngelis-Dickt at Studio Baboo in Charlottesville, VA. Donna is a fabulous teacher and an author herself and her beaded flower designs are exquisite.
But it’s only been recently that I decided to try to adapt beaded flowers to bridal and special occasion accessories.

Tommye Scanlin Pictorial Weaving Featured on Weavolution.com

Tommye Scanlin enjoys pictorial weaving of all kinds, currently and she works mainly with tapestry.

 Scanlin is a full-time studio artist who's retired from teaching at the local university in the art dept. This weaving on the right took Scanlin from Sat, 08/20/2011 - Sun, 12/11/2011.

 

Scanlin writes, "I teach at my studio in Dahlonega, GA and also in other places. For 2012 there's an intermediate/advanced class that I'll be teaching at John Campbell Folk School, Brasstown, NC (Jan. 22-28, 2012). I'll also be teaching tapestry at Arrowmont School of Crafts, Gatlinburg, TN (June 24-30, 2012)".

Read More about this project and many more weaving artists work at: http://weavolution.com/projects

 

Agate Druse and Off-Loom Bead Weaving Brooch

Size 11 Seed Beads and an Agate Druse was combined to create a fun brooch. Adding the same drop beads to off-loom bead weaving always adorns an area easily.

All my bead work can be found at:

Arts Prescott Cooperative Gallery

134 S. Montezuma Street

Whiskey Row in Prescott, Arizona

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Germany to Enjoy Lana May's Seed Bead Classes at the 2. PerlenKunst-Messe

 The the December 2011 issue of Perlen Poesie, German Bead Magazine, describes the Hamburg-Wilhelmsburg Beaders Best, 2 Perlenkunst-Messe. Phoenix, Arizona based Seed Bead Artist, Lana May, will be teaching her artful designs.

August 18 and 19, 2012 is a great time to visit Northern Germany. Take a few days and tour the area. We lived one hour north of there in the 70's and early 80's and we always enjoyed the historical area of Hamburg. Denmark is just two hours away.

Perlen Kunst Messe Hamburg

Show for Bead Art...

Beaders Best Bead Kunst Messe in Hamburg is a show for bead art and jewelry accessories. It attracts international artists, designers, retailers and bead enthusiasts from all over Europe and overseas. Exhibitors display their products and supplies, meet directly their target groups and meet new business partners for the European market.

 International artists enjoy  learning about new sources of supplies and products while taking part in beadwork courses.

 

Seed Beads and Buttons Brooch

I found this large flat wooden button at The Bead Museum Bead Shop in Glendale, Arizona before they closed their doors. Using it as a focal point for a brooch I used peyote stitch and branch stitch to adorn it. I call it "A Touch of Kahlua". It has one of my Kahlua drops included in the loops of beads.

This brooch along with all of my bead work can be found at:

 Arts Prescott Cooperative Gallery

134 South Montezuma Street on Historical Whiskey Row in Prescott. www.artsprescott.com

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Lana May - Art Bead Jewelry and Classes - Forest After Rain Seed Bead Creation

Check out the work of Lana May at:

www.lana-bead.info

www.ArtBeadCircle.com

Lana writes:

Beaded jewelry is one of our most ancient art forms. Millennia ago, necklaces and bracelets reflected ritual and magic--they celebrated the hunt, or were used as charms to imbue their wearers with the mystical qualities of wondrous natural objects. They told a tale of life--of mankind's needs, fears, and hopes. And, of course, they reflected mankind's innate eye for beauty. The lovely beaded jewelry of Native Americans continues this tradition. But as civilization progressed, beadwork became more decorative. Precious metals and jewels replaced found objects. While beautiful in their own right, necklaces and bracelets began to reflect monetary worth at the sacrifice of their ancient roots.
      The beads I use for my jewelry allow me to explore endless fantasies with unlimited combinations of colors, patterns, shapes, and textures-- just like nature itself. Beadwork is self-discovery. As you will see from the Galleries on this website, my work sometimes draws on my own heritage--a return to the lovely designs passed down from mother to daughter in my European family. Other pieces are purely abstract--an expression from my heart and mind of the things I see around me.

But no matter the genre of my work, I always adhere to the original tradition of beadwork. Necklaces and bracelets are never made from objects strung on a thread merely for their decorative value. I always attempt to tell a story of life.             In addition to making my own beadwork jewelry, I teach others how to express their own visions with beads. I have Workshops for Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced students. You can find examples of my Workshops on this website.             If you have never made beaded jewelry before, your first project will often involve the use of delicate golden fish.             If you have already tried your hand at beaded jewelry, something in the Galleries of my own work or in the Galleries of work by my students may inspire you to attend a Workshop to explore new and interesting avenues of artistic expression.             With Advanced students, I stress creativity through individual style, character and mood. Creativity is sometimes allusive, but it is always a profound experience when your design and the materials you use mesh perfectly.             January 28-February 7, 2012 - Tucson JOGS show   www.jogsshow.com My class schedule here: http://artbeadcircle.com/default.aspx?id=13&i=8  I would like to invite you visit our International Exhibition "One of a Kind" at Expo Center http://jogsshow.com/location-and-directions/            What is new? Fresh bead-works.             INSTRUCTIONS.             What my visitors write about me.                         Thank you for visiting.             See you soon,             Lana May

 

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Vintage Glass Button - Kumihimo Braid - Seed Beads

I started this piece by braiding 100% Cotton Yarn purchased at A Good Yarn in Prescott using the Kumihimo Maradai made by Will Taylor. Will is a Spinner, Weaver and Wood Artist in the Bay Area. He sales his artful fiber tools through http://www.loomnessence.net/Home_Page.php

Using Off Loom Bead weaving I attached a large glass button and the adornment is branch stitch and beaded loops. I use mostly size 11 seed beads. This along with all of my bead work can be found at Arts Prescott Cooperative Gallery on Whiskey Row, here in Prescott.

www.artsprescott.com

 

'Tis Gallery and Art Foundation - STEPS Children's Art Show 2012

STEPS Children’s Art Show - In the ‘Tis Art Center Mezzanine Gallery - January 3 — 30, 2012

     The ' Tis Art Center and Gallery created the STEPS: After School Art Education Program to provide Prescott area children with free art education classes designed to enhance academic development, cultural awareness and sensitivity to the world we live in. The program is designed to complement other art education opportunities. In some instances, it is the only art education opportunity available to the children.

The nine 2011 STEPS students are 4^th or 5^th graders who completed a series of classes entitled An Introduction to Various Forms of Art Media. Their completed works will be on display and for sale in the ‘Tis Art Center’s Mezzanine Gallery throughout the month of January 2012. Please join them for their opening reception on Friday January 6, 2012. from 5 – 7 p.m. where the artists will be on hand to discuss their work.

Funding for the STEPS program was provided by the Yavapai County Community Foundation, an affiliate of the Arizona Community Foundation and the ‘Tis Foundation.

'Tis Art Center and Gallery - 105 S. Cortez Street  - Prescott, Az 86303 - 928-775-0223

tisartmarketing@gmail.com

www.tisartgallery.com

 

Flat Peyote Stitch Cuff Adorned 7 1/2 inches - Size 11 Seedbeads

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Pasadena, California Bead & Design Show - 2012

 

 

 

 

 

• Michelle Loon: "In Stitches" Pure Copper Heart Pendant
• Christi Friesen: Clay Play Day
• Suzi Click: The Power of Adornment
• Melissa Mauk Rodarte: Metal Working Basics
• Lilian Chen: The Art of Wire – Earring Design  
• Kathryn Withers: Nuno Felting a Shawl
• Paula Radke: Working with Glass Clay
• Diane Whiting: Princepesa Pendant
• Merilou Jenkins: Wire Wrapped 14/20K and Silver Bangle Bracelet
• Maria Bastanchury: Bangles and Beads

It begins next Thursday, January 12, and goes through Sunday the 15th and features handmade beads and jewelry. There is something for everyone –300 booths, galleries, merchant displays, showcasing hard-to-find items, jewelry making supplies, wearable art, and gemstones.

Watch beads and jewelry being made by the top names in artistic bead making, and meet the artisans who produce original products like artistic clothing and hand-dyed textiles –or get in on the action and take one of the 100 workshops and classes.

  www.PasadenaBeadAndDesignShow.com

   

Seed Beaded Cuff - Peyote Stitch

The cuff is created using flat peyote stiche. The focal bead is a lampwork hollow bead made from recycled Kahlua bottle glass and adorned with beads.

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2012 New Years Day - Arts Prescott Gallery is Open Today On Whiskey Row

New Years Day and the gallery is open. We are open 7 days a week and the only Day we remain closed is Christmas and Thanksgiving Day. Some years we remain open until 2pm on Thanksgiving if we find a gallery volunteer to work that day. (Open Daily 10AM to 6PM)

Arts Prescott has 25 members and all 25 have 3 shifts a months to work the gallery. We all have up keep duties before our shift, and we serve on a committee as well to keep the gallery the best it can be.

We take applications for new local members and keep them on file by request. We are blessed to have all our spaces filled at this time.

Arts Prescott Cooperative Gallery

134 S. Montezuma St. - Heart of Whiskey Row

Prescott, Arizona - 928-776-7717 - www.artsprescott.com

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Swarovski Crystal Pearls 30% off While Changing Packaging - Beyond Beadery

 

Happy New Year! From Beyond Beadery

She writes, "I'm rearranging my Swarovski Crystal Pearl display and repackaging every last little Pearl.

Won't you help me?  The more I sell NOW, the fewer I'll have to repackage. I hate undoing what has already been done! Sooo much easier to just start from scratch with a fresh, new batch! So for 3 days only - December 30, 31, and January 1,  I'm taking 30% off all Swarovski Crystal Pearls. No minimums, other than our standard $10 order minimum. You can do $10, easy-peasy!"

 www.beyondbeadery.com.
Beyond Beadery  -  http://www.beyondbeadery.com/  -- info@beyondbeadery.com

 

Riesling Recycled Glass Brooch Created by Rowena at Arts Prescott

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Hand Painted Christmas Plate by Claudia Brügmann

Another Christmas Cheer this morning. While in Germany I met so many women who were artistic and crafted during the holidays.

I was given this porcelain plate which is hand painted by Claudia Brügmann. It came with home baked cookies. Since my birthday is in December I always enjoyed all of the unique Christmas Ornaments which were given to me during the holidays.

Have a wonderful Christmas Eve! 

 

Beading Jewels Guest Artist Show Begins Today at Arts Prescott Cooperative Gallery

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Mount Vernon Orament, Straw Star Made in Germany

During one of our trips, I was able to visit Mount Vernon and here is the Christmas Ornament I found there. Juergen was unable to make this Mount Vernon trip because he was in meetings.

Christmas at Mount Vernon has been named as one of the "12 Places to Catch the Holiday Spirit" by AAA!Mount Vernon is decking the halls for a special daytime program November 25 – January 6. Holiday visitors will enjoy themed decorations (including 12 Christmas trees), a gingerbread replica of the Mansion created by former White House pastry chef Roland Mesnier, chocolate making demonstrations, and a rare opportunity to tour the third floor of the Mansion. In 1787, George Washington paid 18 shillings to bring a camel to Mount Vernon for his guests’ enjoyment. During Christmas at Mount Vernon, visitors can meet Aladdin the camel. Got this information from http://www.mountvernon.org/

The Straw Star was made in Germany and has been part of our Christmas Tree for the last 30 years. It's finely made and I believe I purchased it at one of the many Christmas Bazaars. It might have been in Muenster while visiting relatives.

 

Christmas Cheer on The Tree 2011

The Blue Paper collage has been hanging on our tree for a couple of years. I found this one at the Unity Church Book Store.

The middle ornament was created by the Apache Trails group made by a Native American Navajo. It's clay and an air brush was used to create a nature motive. This clay globe was purchased at the Prescott Last Minute Stocking Stuffer Bazaar this year.

Another great polymer Clay Star created by local Polymer Clay Artist Judith Skinner.

Of course, I love the old fashion Christmas Tree candle light which bubbles when warm.

Sending you all Christmas Cheer from my tree this week.

Judith Skinner's White Christmas Star - Polymer Clay - Prescott, Arizona

Christmas Ornaments 2011-Blue Santa and A Fraulein From Germany

I always enjoy sharing the ornaments on our Christmas Tree each year. This week before Christmas I'll share some of my favorites!

Blue Santa is made with cookie dough and hand painted. I found this one at a Christmas Bazaar in Phoenix one year.

Of course, the wooden Fraulein Christmas was made in Germany along with the red apple hanging behind her. The red apple is actually a holder for the real candles we have on our Christmas Tree each year.