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🇮🇹 NEW VIDEO IS LIVE! 🇮🇹

What happens when an Italian-inspired color palette meets peyote stitch?

Today I'm showing you how to create my Italian Getaway Travel Charm—a project inspired by mosaic tiles, European adventures, and a little handmade creativity.

This project can be attached to a purse, planner, project bag, backpack, or luggage, making it both beautiful and functional.

I absolutely love how this one turned out!

🧳 If you could take your Italian Getaway anywhere in the world, where would it go?

Watch the new tutorial here:
🔗 https://youtu.be/Qr0kgDVsmJ8

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🇮🇹 We have a winner!! 🇮🇹

Italian Getaway has officially won this month's Creative Color Challenge! 🎉

Thank you so much to everyone who voted and helped shape this month's project.

Coming soon this week:

✨ The full Italian Getaway tutorial going live on June 25 at 12 noon CDT

🛍️ The Italian Getaway Designer Collection available in my Etsy shop (limited quantities available)

🌞 Sunset Fiesta isn't disappearing either! The collection supplies will still be available separately and its full tutorial and project kit will arrive later.

I absolutely love how this new Creative Color Challenge format is allowing these collections to continue beyond the poll itself.

Thank you all for helping bring this little piece of Italy to life one bead at a time. 🇮🇹❤️

Now tell me...where would your Italian Getaway take you? ✈️

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🚨 Final Day to Vote! 🚨

The Creative Color Challenge poll closes tonight, and there's still time to help decide the winner.

Will it be:
🇮🇹 Italian Getaway
or
🌞 Sunset Fiesta?

Tomorrow I'll reveal the winning collection, and that collection will become this month's featured tutorial and Designer Collection release.

If you've been waiting to vote, now's your chance. Every vote counts, and I can't wait to see which collection comes out on top!

Watch the unboxing here: https://youtu.be/jMhBaoOC1kQ
Cast your vote here: youtube.com/post/UgkxcjNnEEvVRgH3EbsATQhiyr2f3KkeX…

Which one are you hoping wins?

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🍓✨ Going LIVE today at 2 PM CDT! ✨🍓

Join me for another Design & Unwind Live as we catch up on everything that's been happening over the last couple of weeks and spend some creative time together!

In today's live, I'll be:

💎 Talking about what I've been working on over the last two weeks

🎨 Giving an update on this month's Creative Color Challenge

📅 Sharing what's coming up in the near future, including upcoming tutorials and projects currently in the works

🍓 Spending some time designing and brainstorming ideas using the June Bargain Bead Box, Strawberry Soirée collection

I'm hoping these beautiful beads will inspire an upcoming tutorial very soon, so come along as we experiment with ideas and see where creativity takes us!

Whether you're crafting along, working on your own projects, or simply stopping by to relax and enjoy some bead chat, I'd love to have you there.

If you enjoy DIY jewelry making, bead weaving, Bargain Bead Box projects, and behind-the-scenes creative planning, this live is for you!

📅 Today | 2 PM CDT

🔔 Set your reminder and come design & unwind with me!

👉 Tell me in the comments: If you had a "Strawberry Soirée" color palette, what would you create first?

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We're halfway through this month's Creative Color Challenge, and the race is getting interesting!

🇮🇹 Italian Getaway
or
🌞 Sunset Fiesta

One collection will become this month's featured tutorial, Designer Collection, and project release.

Have you voted yet?

If not, now is the perfect time to take a closer look at the collections and help decide the winner. Every vote helps shape the next project.

Watch the unboxing here: https://youtu.be/jMhBaoOC1kQ

Which collection would you love to create with?

Cast your vote here: youtube.com/post/UgkxcjNnEEvVRgH3EbsATQhiyr2f3KkeX…

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🗳️ The Creative Color Challenge Poll is officially OPEN!

This month, two brand-new Designer Collections are competing for your vote:

🇮🇹 Italian Getaway
🌞 Sunset Fiesta

Each collection includes a unique theme, curated beads, gemstones, findings, and a featured project idea. The winning collection will become this month's full tutorial and Designer Collection release.

The poll is open now through the 21st, and your vote will decide what gets made next.

Watch today's collection reveal video (https://youtu.be/jMhBaoOC1kQ), explore both collections, and then cast your vote!

Which one has your attention right now?

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🐞✨ Going LIVE today at 4 PM CDT – Tutorial Time! ✨🐞 In 1 hour!!

Join me for this week's Design & Unwind Live as we create a fun pair of earrings featuring adorable ladybug beads and the beautiful spiral stitch technique!

During today's live, I'll walk you through how to create these earrings step-by-step while we chat, relax, and enjoy some creative beading time together. Whether you've tried spiral stitch before or are looking for a new technique to add to your jewelry-making toolbox, I'd love for you to craft along with me.

We'll also spend some time talking jewelry, upcoming projects, and whatever creative topics come up along the way. These live tutorial sessions are a great opportunity to ask questions, share what you're working on, and connect with other jewelry makers in our community.

If you enjoy DIY jewelry making, bead weaving, seed bead tutorials, and learning new techniques in a relaxed environment, this live is for you!

📅 Today at 4 PM CDT
🔔 Set your reminder and join me for some beading fun!

👉 Tell me in the comments: Have you ever used the spiral stitch before?

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Happy Monday, everyone! 💜

I wanted to check in and let you know that I'm still here, and I haven't forgotten about any of you.

Over the past couple of weeks, I've been working behind the scenes on some exciting changes to the Creative Color Challenge, while also taking care of a few medical issues that need my attention throughout June. While I wish I could do more right now, I've learned that sometimes the best thing we can do is slow down and take care of ourselves so we can come back stronger.

The good news is that I have been creating behind the scenes, and today I'm sharing a few sneak peeks of the June Creative Color Challenge selections! 👀🎨

I'm also planning to be live this Thursday! The start time will be a little later than usual—I'm aiming for 4 PM CDT, but it may end up being closer to 5 PM CDT. I'll post the final time as soon as I know for sure.

As for videos this week, I don't have any scheduled at the moment, but if time and energy allow, I may have a surprise upload for you. 😊

Thank you all for your patience, your support, and for sticking with me while I navigate this busy season. Your comments, messages, and encouragement mean more than you know.

Now tell me... which of these June Creative Color Challenge palettes catches your eye the most? 👇💜

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💙 Going LIVE today at 2 PM CDT! 💙

Join me for this week’s Design & Unwind Live as we catch up, chat creativity, and spend some relaxing time beading together.

In today’s live, I’ll be talking about why I’ve been a little quiet on the channel lately, sharing some behind-the-scenes updates, and discussing a few upcoming changes to the Creative Color Challenge (without giving away too many spoilers 👀).

I’ll also be showing some of the jewelry and projects I’ve been working on recently — even though they haven’t made it into videos yet — and then we’ll settle in for some relaxed bead time, creative conversation, and inspiration.

Whether you’re working on your own project, looking for jewelry-making ideas, or just want to unwind with some bead chat, I’d love to have you there 💙

📅 Today | 2 PM CDT
🔔 Set your reminder and come design & unwind with me!

👉 Tell me — what are you currently working on?

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✨ A quick Creative Color Challenge update! ✨

This month, the Creative Color Challenge is taking a short pause while I work behind the scenes on some exciting new ideas, updates, and improvements for the collections and overall experience.

I’ve been listening, learning, and brainstorming ways to make each collection feel even more inspiring, curated, and creative — and I can’t wait to start sharing what’s coming next.

The Challenge WILL be returning, just with a fresh new twist 💛

Thank you so much for all the votes, support, and excitement you’ve already shown for this series. I have a feeling the next chapter is going to be something really special.

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