Monday, December 29, 2008
Sorry I haven't posted...
...but I started working full time at Thanksgiving and I have been working hard to juggle Home life, Work and Beading. Heehee, so far beading is on the back burner much to my dismay. I find Beading to be a great stress reliever. I am hoping with the New Year, I can find a way to work it back into my routine slowly so that I am spend a little time each week working on something. Keep checking back as I am going to try and update a few times a month at least.
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
30 Listing in 30 Days....
... not so much this month. I started out trying really hard to do this one, but before I knew it, the month got away from me. So with it being the end of the month and me working 60 hours this week, I will not be able to make it. A bummer, but I will try the next one.
Hugs all.
Hugs all.
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
New Patterns for Sale
After taking a long brake in designing, I have added some new patterns for sale. I will be adding more soon. Come check them out: http://www.bead-patterns.com/shop/shop.php?designer=Wicked+Oak+Designs
Thanks all.
Thanks all.
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Beading For A Cure
http://www.bead-space.com is working to create the worlds longest necklace. I have decided to be part of it. If you are a member of Bead-Space you can get the details here: http://www.bead-space.com/beadingforthecure
If you are not a member you can sign up today, it is free.
Here are the 2 pieces I have done so far in memory of my Mother who died 10 years ago from cancer.
If you are not a member you can sign up today, it is free.
Here are the 2 pieces I have done so far in memory of my Mother who died 10 years ago from cancer.
Friday, October 24, 2008
What's new
Well, I am working hard to get ready for a Jewelry Party I am having next month and starting to go back to work part time. A bummer that it means less time to bead, but money is money.
I have just finished up some beautiful Ornaments. The Crystal Drop Ornaments were done using 3 patterns by Tica Daydreams. I changed the background colors to change the overall look of the patterns. The Glass Drop Netted Ornaments are my own design. I have been making them for about 4 years now.
I have just finished up some beautiful Ornaments. The Crystal Drop Ornaments were done using 3 patterns by Tica Daydreams. I changed the background colors to change the overall look of the patterns. The Glass Drop Netted Ornaments are my own design. I have been making them for about 4 years now.
Friday, October 10, 2008
Wedding Jewelry
I also had the honor of designing and making the Jewelry for my SIL's Wedding. The Bridesmaids worn Earrings that matched the bride and bracelets made from Ruby's Herringbone Bangle Pattern: http://www.rubysbeadwork.com/RubysHerringboneBangles.html
The Bride decided she wanted a necklace with leaves, so we went with Russian leaves.
The Bride decided she wanted a necklace with leaves, so we went with Russian leaves.
Wedding Jacket
Saturday, October 4, 2008
Sunday, September 28, 2008
October is Arriving
I will be hold a SALE at my Etsy Store for the whole month of October. Everything will be 20% off. This makes it a great time to get some of your Holiday shopping out of the way. As always I offer combined shipping. I have been working hard to offer up lots of great pieces for you.
Come check it out:
http://www.WickedOakDesigns.etsy.com
Come check it out:
http://www.WickedOakDesigns.etsy.com
Saturday, September 20, 2008
2009 Beading Calendar
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
New Stuff
I have been working hard moving stuff from my web site to my Etsy Store. I am updating everything as I go.
Bead Circle Etsy Team is doing another 30 Listings in 30 Days Challange.
Next month I will be having a SALE at my Etsy Store. Check back to find out more details.
I am an active member of Beadfly: http://www.beadfly.com
Also a very active member of Beadershowcase: http://www.beadersshowcase.com/
I am working on various projects right now.
Bead Circle Etsy Team is doing another 30 Listings in 30 Days Challange.
Next month I will be having a SALE at my Etsy Store. Check back to find out more details.
I am an active member of Beadfly: http://www.beadfly.com
Also a very active member of Beadershowcase: http://www.beadersshowcase.com/
I am working on various projects right now.
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Beaded Steer Skull
Friday, August 1, 2008
Etsy Beadweavers August Challange
The theme for August is Art Deco. I have created a piece that I feel is more Goth-Deco in style for August. Voting starts on the 9th. You can vote and see all of the enrties here: http://etsy-beadweavers.blogspot.com/
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Etsy Beadweavers Midsummer Madness Sale
Etsy Beadweavers present:
1st Ever EBW Team Midsummer Madness Sale!
Sale begins July 21st and runs thru to July 27th!
Check out the EBW Blog for links to the Store having sales. Also stop in to the other member stores for great pieces.
http://etsy-beadweavers.blogspot.com/
1st Ever EBW Team Midsummer Madness Sale!
Sale begins July 21st and runs thru to July 27th!
Check out the EBW Blog for links to the Store having sales. Also stop in to the other member stores for great pieces.
http://etsy-beadweavers.blogspot.com/
Totally off the Bead topic...
...a bit of a rant. Sorry all, but I feel a need to say something. My Sister in Law is getting married in October and has been working very hard to plan everything and get things ordered in. She came across a site for Brides Maid Dresses and thought that they were getting a good deal and a price break for ordering 5 dresses. So she placed the order, waiting for them to arrive, and was filled with total disappointment. They ordered in Dress in Champagne and what they got were dress in Ivory, an exact match for the Brides Dress. They contacted the seller, sent a ton of photos showing that the dress were the same color and that they were not what they ordered. The company sent them a new color chart that listed Ivory as Champagne and told my SIL and MIL that they had indeed been sent the right color. They fought to get a refund or exchange, to no avail. So we are trying to sell off the useless dress and have found new ones to replace them with.
The web addy for the company is: http://www.cathaybridal.com/
They also go by Cathay Collections and are run by Boris Yan. They do not tend to answer emails or their phone if you call or write with questions. My MIL has filed a complaint with the BBB about them.
So please be care full out there is Cyber Space when shopping for larger ticket items.
The web addy for the company is: http://www.cathaybridal.com/
They also go by Cathay Collections and are run by Boris Yan. They do not tend to answer emails or their phone if you call or write with questions. My MIL has filed a complaint with the BBB about them.
So please be care full out there is Cyber Space when shopping for larger ticket items.
Challanges and Updates
I did not win the Etsy Beadweavers July Challange. Major bummer, but will be trying again for August. The theme for August is Art Deco. Keep checking back for updates on this.
Our Beadcircle Team has offically been added to the teams list at Etsy. We are working hard to get things going and offer up challanges and what not for all of you.
Our Beadcircle Team has offically been added to the teams list at Etsy. We are working hard to get things going and offer up challanges and what not for all of you.
Friday, July 4, 2008
Etsy Beadweavers July Challange
Thursday, June 19, 2008
Aussie Spiral Tutorial
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Dragon Eye Necklace
Saturday, June 14, 2008
30 Listings in 30 Days Update
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
30 Listings in 30 Days Challange
Members of one of my groups came up with doing a 30 Listings in 30 Days Challange for our etsy stores. I have taken the challange along with 2 of my friends. you can find details about it on my Etsy Site: http://www.WickedOakDesigns.etsy.com
Etsy Beadweavers team Challange June Entry Finished
Ok, so I had till thursday to get it finished and posted and I finished up yesterday afternoon. It is called Begining to End- A Study In Color Necklace. I created 11 Triangles with Delica size 11 seedbeads, using Peyote stitch and joined them using RAW and 4mm Bicones.
This necklace was one that evolved as I was working on it and changed many times before I was done. I am very happy with it and hope I might just win my first, and only challange so far.
You can see my entry here: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=12298545
Enjoy all.
This necklace was one that evolved as I was working on it and changed many times before I was done. I am very happy with it and hope I might just win my first, and only challange so far.
You can see my entry here: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=12298545
Enjoy all.
Sunday, June 1, 2008
Doll Update
Do to Health and person issues, I have had to put away the doll for a bit. But I will be finishing it up and posting photos as I go. Sorry all. Keep checking back to see how it develops.
Friday, May 9, 2008
Thursday, May 8, 2008
Latest Work in Progress
So I became a memeber of EBW Team just a bit too late to be part of the May Challange. So I have started working on my piece for the June Challange "Anything Goes". I have decided to do a Beaded Art Doll as my piece and so a sort of picture show as I go. I am very excited and hope that others find my piece inspiring.
Here is the start a 3 x 3 inch square shapped doll. the face is from www.graphixoutpost.etsy.com and I will be working in Blacks, whites and greys as best as I can.
Here is the start a 3 x 3 inch square shapped doll. the face is from www.graphixoutpost.etsy.com and I will be working in Blacks, whites and greys as best as I can.
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Latest News--Etsy
I have reopened my Etsy store: www.WickedOakDesigns.etsy.com
I have also joined the Etsy BEadweavers Team.
Please check my store for great gift ideas and OOAK items.
I have also joined the Etsy BEadweavers Team.
Please check my store for great gift ideas and OOAK items.
Saturday, April 19, 2008
April Update
Sorry I have been gone. Things have been crazy with the kids lately. I have been working hard on many new pieces and have reopened my Etsy Store. Come check it out.
http://www.WickedOakDesigns.etsy.com
http://www.WickedOakDesigns.etsy.com
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
Well St. Patricks Day has come and gone. We had a great get together here. Lots of friends.
I managed to get some beading done finally this past weekend. The first since we moved into the new house. I am testing patterns for another designer Heather Traverse. I worked up 2 simple braclets that she designed.
Monday, March 3, 2008
I am MOVED!!!!!
We are in the new house. I am still unpacking and getting things sorted and settled. I wish I was playing with my beads and creating some new beauties, but alas the house must be unpacked first. I am also dealing with have reformated and updating the computer. Hugs all.
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Move Date
Ok all, so my move date has been set. We are moving on the 23rd of February. So I will be around but only a bit until after the move. Hugs to all of you.
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
What's New this week?
Well, I finshed up a set for my Mom done in Amber colored bead. It was a Necklace Earrings and Bracelet. I also made her two new pins. I will try and get photos of them before she takes them this weekend and get them posted.
Other then that I have been brain storming ideas for future works and dealing with sick kids and adults in my house.
Check back soon for photos of my newest works.
Hugs all
Other then that I have been brain storming ideas for future works and dealing with sick kids and adults in my house.
Check back soon for photos of my newest works.
Hugs all
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
What's New at Wicked Oak Designs
Great Giveaway Update -I have updated it completely by adding new prizes and more ways to win.
Mean while I am working on a line of Pins. I am hoping to start adding them to my site for sale over the weekend or early next week. So keep your eyes posted for them. They are really cute.
Other then that I am just working on trying to destress and think about my upcoming move.
Mean while I am working on a line of Pins. I am hoping to start adding them to my site for sale over the weekend or early next week. So keep your eyes posted for them. They are really cute.
Other then that I am just working on trying to destress and think about my upcoming move.
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
Great Giveaway---Raffling Off Necklaces
As a thank you to all of you who have supported me over the years, I am offering a Great Chance to give you 1 of 2 Necklaces for free. Who doesn't like to be given a gift?
From January 21, 2008 to March 1, 2008 all orders completed through my site qualify you for a Raffle Ticket to win 1 of 2 Necklaces. That's right, for every order you place within the time frame you will receive a Raffle Ticket for the contest. Also anyone who has purchased an item through my website from January 2007 to March 1 2008 will be entered. It's that simple.
Why am I doing this you maybe asking? Well, I am going to be moving and I would rather sell it all then pack and move it. So, check out my wonderful items. Remember they make great Birthday gift, Mother's Day gifts, or just because gifts. Each item is OOAK and when it is gone, it is gone.
Check out the Necklaces here: http://www.wickedoakdesigns.com/greatgiveaway.htm
From January 21, 2008 to March 1, 2008 all orders completed through my site qualify you for a Raffle Ticket to win 1 of 2 Necklaces. That's right, for every order you place within the time frame you will receive a Raffle Ticket for the contest. Also anyone who has purchased an item through my website from January 2007 to March 1 2008 will be entered. It's that simple.
Why am I doing this you maybe asking? Well, I am going to be moving and I would rather sell it all then pack and move it. So, check out my wonderful items. Remember they make great Birthday gift, Mother's Day gifts, or just because gifts. Each item is OOAK and when it is gone, it is gone.
Check out the Necklaces here: http://www.wickedoakdesigns.com/greatgiveaway.htm
More New pieces
Latest Works
Welcome All!!
This is my first post. I am hoping to try and update this once a week, time permitting, with details of what I am working on, sales I might be having and life in general.
I hope you all injoy my works. You can see more of them at: http://www.wickedoakdesigns.com and http://www.flickr.com/photos/wickedoakdesigns/
My patterns are available at: http://www.bead-patterns.com and http://www.readytobead.com just look up the Designer Wicked Oak Designs to find them.
I hope you all injoy my works. You can see more of them at: http://www.wickedoakdesigns.com and http://www.flickr.com/photos/wickedoakdesigns/
My patterns are available at: http://www.bead-patterns.com and http://www.readytobead.com just look up the Designer Wicked Oak Designs to find them.
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