I had been in a bit of a funk when I signed up for Lori Anderson’s Bead Hoarders Blog Hop. I was hoping it would kick my butt into gear
and get me creating again. Unfortunately, this is not the case, as I have slipped
into a bout of depression that has sapped all my creative juices. This is not unusual, but normally I am able to fight
through it. I’m sorry to say that I haven’t been able to do so thus far.
I probably should have asked Lori to remove me from the hop
list, but I kept waiting to see if I could find a spark of creativity and get
something made. Hopefully, no one is too upset that I couldn’t complete the
challenge. Even just having this post done on time, I consider a win ;)
I do have some photos of my favorite beads that I have been hoarding and was thinking it would be neat to hear your ideas of what you’d create with them? If you feel so inclined, of course.
I do have some photos of my favorite beads that I have been hoarding and was thinking it would be neat to hear your ideas of what you’d create with them? If you feel so inclined, of course.
Don't forget to check out the other participants of this hop!
1. Lori Anderson, Pretty Things
2. Nancy Dale, NEDBeads
3. Roxanne Mendoza, Roxi Designs
4. Melissa Trudinger, beadrecipes
5. Rana Lea, Rana Lea Designs
6. Perri Jackson, Shaktipaj Designs
7. Rita Avila, Jewel School Friends
8. Linda Anderson, From the Bead Board
9. Sharon Palac, Sharon's Jewelry Garden
10. Erin Guest, Renlish
11. Joan Williams, lilruby jewelry
12. Diane Hawkey, Diane Hawkey
13. Jo-Ann Woolverton, It's a Beadiful Creation
14. Sue Kennedy, SueBeads
15. Lisa Cone, Inspired Adornments
16. Kari Asbury, Hippie Chick Design
17. Nichole Byers, Nichole Byers
18. Lori Jean Poppe, Adventures in Creativity
19. Linda Landig, Linda's Bead Blog and Meanderings
20. Lori Schneider, Bead Addict
21. Molly Alexander, Beautifully Broken Me
22. Cece Cormier, The Beading Yogini
23. Niki Sayers, Silver Nik Nats
24. Elsie Deliz-Fonseca, Eliz-Eliz and All That Craft
25. Amber Dawn, Inventive Soul
26. Heather Powers, Humblebeads
27. Sarah Goode, Pookledo
28. Monique Urquhart, A Half-Baked Notion
29. JJ Jacobs, Coming Abstractions
30. Cheri Reed, Creative Designs by Cheri
31. Robyn, Museiddity
32. Catherine King, Catherine's Musings
33. Jacquie, Bead Gypsy
34. Janet McDonald, Singing Woods
35. Kay Thomerson, Kayz Kreations
36. Tanty Sri Hartanti, TJewellicious by Tanti
37. Hannah Rosner, Good River Valley
38. Rochelle Brisson, A Creative Chelle
39. Nelly May, Smelly Nelly
40. Skylar Bre'z, Brising Beads
41. Beti Horvath, Stringing Fool
42. Christie Murrow, Charis Designs
43. Leanne Loftus, First Impression Design
44. Valerie Norton, Hot Art
45. Judy Riggs, Rigglettes
46. Crystal Thain, Here Bead Dragons
47. Terry Carter, Tapping Flamingo
48. Sue, Mid-Life Great Expectations
49. Nan Smith, Wired Nan
50. Miranda Ackerley, MirandAck Arts
51. Marie Covert, Creating Interest
52. D'Arsie Manzella, This Here Now, Mamacita
53. Stephanie Haussler, Pixybug Designs
54. Lori Bergmann, Lori Bergmann Design
55. Johanna Nunez, The Lovely One Design
56. Mary Govaars, MLH Jewelry Designs
57. Becky Pancake, Becky Pancake Bead Designs
58. Alicia Marinache, All the Pretty Things
59. Debbie Rasmussen, A Little of This, A Little of That
60. Nat, Grubbi Ceramics
61. Marjorie Savill Linthwaite, Bennu Bird Rising
62. Cheryl McCloud, One Thing Leads to Another
63. Heather Otto, The Crafthopper
64. Candida Castleberry, Spun Sugar Beadworks
65. Tracie Dean, Dean Designs
66. JuLee Wolfe, The Polymer Penguin
67. Ginger Bishop, Lil Mummy Likes
68. Karen Mitchell, Over the Moon Design
69. Jeannie Dukic, Jeannie's Blog
70. Dini Bruinsma, Angaza by Changes
71. Birgitta Lejonklou, Create With Spirit
72. Shalini Austin, Jewellery by Shalini
73. Jayne Capps, Mama's Got to Doodle
74. Ile Ruzza, Ilenia's Unique Beaded Jewelry
75. Jackie Marchant, Fiddledeedee Jewelry
76. Annita Wilson, AW Jewelry
77. Sherri Stokey, Knot Just Macrame
78. Hannah Trost, PZ Designs
79. Linda Inhelder, Must Haves Jewelry
80. Miri Agassi, Beadwork
81. Hope Smitherman, Crafty Hope
82. Dyanne Cantrell, Dee-Liteful Jewelry Creations
83. Susan Bowie, Susan Nelson Bowie
84. Megan Milliken, MaeMaeMills
85. Menka Gupta, Menka's Jewelry
86. Ambra Gostoli, Chic and Frog
87. Lori Lochner, Bloghner
88. Gerda Jurimae, Gerda's Crafts Blog
89. Susan, Mistheword
90. MaryLou Holvenstot, MaryLou's time2cre8
91. Mary Shannon Hicks, falling into the sky
92. Karin King, The Sparklie Things Blog
93. Christa Murphy, Adventures of One Beady Woman
94. Jenny Davie-Reazor, Jenny Davies-Reazor
95. Donetta Farrington, Simply Gorgeous
96. Mallory Hoffman, Rosebud 101 - For the Love of Beads
97. Danielle Kelley, Imbue the Muse
98. Kym Hunter, Kym Hunter Designs
99. Dolores Rami, CraftyD's Creations
100. Marcia Dunne, 13 Alternatives
101. Marlene Cupo, Amazing Designs
102. Emma Todd, A Polymer Penchant
103. Wendy Holder, Jewelry by WendyLea
104. Michelle Escano, The Cabby Crafter
105. Louise Glazier, Lily and Jasmine Treasures
106. Dana Hickey, Wind Dancer Studios
107. Lennis Carter, windbent
108. Anne Betenson, Crystal River Beads
109. Audrey Belanger, Dreams of an Absolution
110. Lisa Stukel, Carefree Jewelry by Lisa
111. Janine Lucas, Travel Stories
112. Claire Lockwood, Something to Do With Your Hands
113. Kathy Engstrom, Catherine's Dreams
114. Paula Hisel, Simply Beadiful
115. Karla Morgan, Texas Pepper Jams
116. Mischelle Fanucchi, Micheladas Musings
117. Kim, Cianci Blue
118. Linda Sadler, Ida Louise Jewelry
119. Karen, Spokalulu
120. Jennifer LaVite, Dry Gulch Bead and Jewelry
121. Andrea Glick-Zenith, ZenithJade Creations
122. Karen Martinez, Fairies Market
123. Robin Reed, Artistry HCBD
124. Amy Bright, LABweorc
125. Jasvanti Patel, Jewels by Jasvanti
126. Tammie Everly, TTE Designs
127. Karin Slaton, Backstory Beads
128. Natalie Moten, Running Out of Thread
129. Sharyl McMillian-Nelson, Sharyl's Jewelry & Reflections
130. Jenny Kyrlach, Wonder and Whimsy
131. LiliKrist, Handmade by LilK
132. Jessica Klaaren, The Truth Space
133. Cynthia Abner, Created Treasures
134. Beth Emery, Stories by Indigo Heart
135. Heather Davis, Blissful Garden Beads
136. Jeanne, Gems by Jeanne Marie
137. Sandi Volpe, Sandi Volpe
138. Laren Dee Barton, Laren Dee Designs
139. Steph, Confessions of a Bead Hoarder
140. Carolyn Lawson, Carolyn's Creations
141. B. R. Kuhlman, Mixed Mayhem
142. Patty Miller, Cabari Beads
143. Elizabeth Bunn, Elizabeth Beads
144. Marianna Boylan, Pretty Shiny Things
145. Lizzie Clarke, The Need to Bead
146. Christina Miles, Wings 'n' Scales
147. Patricia, The Color of Dreams
148. Marde Lowe, Fancimar
149. Ev Shelby, Raindrop Creations
150. Sarah Small, By Salla
151. Perri Jackson, Shaktipaj Designs
152. Laurie Vyselaar, Lefthand Jewelry
153. Pam Traub, Klassy Joolz
154. Lisa Harrison, Daisy Meadow Studio
155. Anzia Parks, Anzi-Panzi's Work Shoppe
156. Ingrid, Lilisgems Handcrafted Jewelry Inspirations
157. Andra Weber, Andra's Joyful Journey
158. Kelly Hosford Patterson, The Traveling Side Show
159. Adlinah Kamsir, Dreamstruck Designs
160. Marci, That Nothing Be Wasted
161. Kris Lanae Binsfield, Cherish Designs
162. Stephanie Perry, Mustard Bead
163. Birgit Klughardt, Gites Beads
164. Inge von Roos, Inge's Blog
165. Rebecca Sirevaag, Becca's Place
166. Sandy Markley, Gypsy Spirit Designs
167. Elena Adams, Lena's Beady Blog
Hope your muse finds its way home, thanks for sharing some of your favorites
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your stash! Please take care of yourself, and your muse should find its way back to you! I would love to see the pendant with the pink flowers with the pink lamp work bead in some way.
ReplyDeleteMy husband is bi-polar so I understand how hard it can be to do anything when you are in the middle of a bout of depression. Just remember it will pass and when it does post what you make with those lovely beads :-)
ReplyDeleteNice collection! Hope you feel better soon :)
ReplyDeleteYou have my sympathies with the depression. I hope you can work your way through it soon. You've got some beauties waiting for you there.
ReplyDeleteGet well soon. Gorgeous hoarded beads and excellent photos. Take care, Ana
ReplyDeleteI love just seeing your beads, so thank you for sharing. I actually have a similar brown wooden bead with rhinestones. I just made it into a simple pendant and wear it on a chain because I thought it was pretty on its own, but I'd love to see what you eventually make with it! Take care of yourself; I wish you well.
ReplyDeleteI love the white and blue shell one. I'd mix it with antique brass chain, gold druzys and some turquoise Swarovskis. Maybe a few odd shaped cultured pearls too.
ReplyDeleteGah, what can I say? I'd be hoarding those treasures too! The owl. . .the resin pendant. . .the keys!! They're gorgeous. With that, I wish you good luck on getting something made with them. I wish I had more input for you though. . .sorry.
ReplyDeleteI found it interesting that your first photo looks a little like a smiling face, Rochelle... is that a nudge from your Muse, perhaps? Right away I am picking out the seashell pendant and the blue pair as a possible connection, perhaps a little silk ribbon to lend it a summery look? I know when I am struggling to design something, I often choose one main colour or component to work from. Sometimes having TOO MUCH selection is counter-productive and overwhelms me. I hope with time and self-care, your outlook will improve, and you will once again feel that tickle of interest in creating a little beauty!
ReplyDeleteI think it's fabulous that you went ahead and posted anyway - and posted something that you love, to boot! I know first hand how very hard and energy-sapping depression can be, and that it can wholly steal your love to create... and how sometimes it feels like it won't come back. But it will, it always does, and I really hope it's soon for you, too. I immediately saw a bracelet with the seashell and the two middle lamp worked beads together, myself. I think they're gorgeous and would really show each other off. :) Blessings and hopes that you feel more like yourself soon.
ReplyDeleteThanks for posting anyway! Loved looking at your pretty stash! hugs
ReplyDeleteSo been there with the soul sucking, Muse eating bouts of depression. I have SAD and live the Pacific Northwest. Not the best combo to keep my spirits up. Thank goodness I discovered that Vitamin D helps my mood. I agree with the other commentors, the seashell and the blue lampwork beads shout out to be paired. The owl (so cute) would look good paired with one of the keys - the middle one looks best - just on a simple chained piece.
ReplyDeleteI love your owl and the keys.. I have a few keys as well, but have no clue what to do with them.. Maybe that should be my next project. LOL As for the depression, they just started me on some meds that make me feel worse. Back to the dr I go. Hope you feel more like yourself soon hun. Hugs.
ReplyDeleteThank you so, so much for posting some pictures of your stash... Your beads are simply lovely, and I greatly enjoyed seeing them!
ReplyDeleteAlso, I certainly understand how damaging depression can be on creativity... You have my complete sympathy. I hope that things start looking up for you soon... And, if there's anyway that we on the internet can help, please let us know. :)
Your beads are lovely. I suffer from depression as well so I understand how difficult it can be. And you're right,just getting the post done is a big win. I hope you find you muse soon. **hugs** to you.
ReplyDeleteHi Rochelle! Yes I agree I have a lot of respect for you to go ahead and show your great stash. I was depressed for over a year and did no work~so I can relate to you. Sometimes I believe there is a healing when we just take a break and "be quiet" inside. One day the little butterfly finds her way out again. Things won't stay that way and your MUSE she will return. As I was gone for a good bit I feel rejuvenated again and stronger. I would take that Jade Scott Meringue and sprinkle a wire wrapped with yellow and pink something's. You will *know* those beads when you see them for it! Chin up Miss R! Well all still be here when you get back with all Smiles for you! ox
ReplyDeleteThat is a gorgeous stash. I hope you come good soon, sending warm thoughts your way xxx
ReplyDeleteI see a smile in that stash! I'm sorry you're struggling right now, but I have every confidence you'll be doing better soon <3
ReplyDeleteYour time will come when you are ready, then you can show off your creations. Your mix is amazing, and I am sure once you are ready to create again, it too will be amazing. A good friend of mine has depression and I know it can be difficult at times. Do what you can when you can... :-)
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful stash, so glad you shared!
ReplyDeleteYou are not alone caught in the grasps of depression. I had a friend in the same place for quite a while. Hope those beauties keep working on you, and your muse returns strong soon.
ReplyDeleteI think we can all understand the value of a lovely stash to pull out and look at. Hope your muse comes back to play soon.
ReplyDeleteThe tide goes in, the tide goes out. Your spark will return.
ReplyDeleteI'm quite late in getting around to some of the blogs...sorry to see you were in a creative slump at hop time but I did see from you blog that you've made a fantastic come back! I love the beads you chose to share...many of my favorite artists!
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