Beads on Backing - finally
Note: edited to allow "click to view" larger beadwork images.
I just might make it with this piece by the end of June. It felt so good to finally be putting beads on the backing that I had to force myself to put it down at 1 am and go to bed. I flattened out two of the walking stick emblems that I collected on my travels earlier in the month. The enamel colors are striking and are icons of this month's "trip - journey" theme. .
This is what my ATC-sized back for June's piece looks like. I did the graphics first and am now beading that thought or theme for the front.
As I put the piece down last night I picked up a twig I 
had collected in New Mexico and had an "aha moment". I'm so used to making wearable art that until that moment I had not thought of incorporating fragile things. This piece will be displayed, not worn, so I can use things that would not survive the wear and tear of a jewelery piece. Now that opens new opportunities and makes room for more creative journal pages.
had collected in New Mexico and had an "aha moment". I'm so used to making wearable art that until that moment I had not thought of incorporating fragile things. This piece will be displayed, not worn, so I can use things that would not survive the wear and tear of a jewelery piece. Now that opens new opportunities and makes room for more creative journal pages. 
Yes! Definitely, it's fun to add other objects to the "page". Great start and a wonderful way to remember your travels! I'm looking forward to the finished piece!
ReplyDeleteHi Judith,
ReplyDeleteGreat ideas and a wonderful way to document your journey :o) I'm trying to imagine what the whole series will be :o) Lillian from WA
I really like this! Any chance you can post "click to enlarge" pictures so we can have a closer look?
ReplyDeleteI changed the post to allow a larger view of the beadwork photos. Grins....even I don't know what the whole series will be as I'm letting each month tell me wher I'm going.
ReplyDeleteWow! I love the design juxtaposition that happened with the twig! And I really like your theme. Plus your beading looks so nice & neat! Good job!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
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Adding that twig is brilliant!
ReplyDeleteI think it's looking nice. What is the backing made of and how will you join it to the front? I can't wait to see it finished.
ReplyDeleteSo glad that my fair state was able to contribute to your piece. I love the idea of using something organic like that twig -- so often we overlook the simplest of objects that give so much warmth to a piece.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see the finished product.
Kathy V in NM
Great so far, my husband caught the greatest twig fishing the other day. I just had to save it.....lol.
ReplyDeleteI must be one of the unenlightened.
ReplyDeleteWhat's an ATC?
Looking wonderful, Judith.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea.
sz --- ATC = Artist Trading Card
Beadin' Gram