Easter Holiday Chaos

Hello.
Well, thank goodness Easter is drawing to a close. Working from home with 3 children running around has been impossible. Managed to make 2 bracelets, that's all. Children, beads and other craft bits while trying to concentrate are not a good mix. Ever. On the plus side the 2 bracelets I did make are gorgeous and look fabulous. Good job as tomorrow is going to be busy in other ways due to a hospital appointment. Could be interesting...hospital appointment with 2 young children tagging along. Ah well, such is life. At least once I get home I will be able to get the day finished then get back to creating after that. Hopefully the younger 2 won't mind a quick visit to the supply shop as I need to stock up on a few things. Am sure I can bribe them with something. In the meantime, I better go prepare for the crazy day in store tomorrow.
Until next time,
Yvonne Jones

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Sunshine!

Hello!
 Well, the sun is out and it's another beautiful day. I have been working hard and doing some research lately. My new product is almost complete, it's just been sent to my mother so she can make....a little outfit. Yes, I am working on adding a beaded doll! If it gets any likes when I put it on my shop then I may consider adding more as it was such fun to make. Obviously it's a joint effort, as my lovely mum is great at sewing.
  I've also made some more beaded flower earrings in yellow, gold and pink to go with this wonderful sunny weather. The children have been enjoying the weekend with their father which has been great for them. Great for me to as I have been able to do my research. All I need now is some courage to approach local gallery shops to see if they would be interested in taking on my work. I love my work and I know it's good but finding the courage to approach places is very different from people browsing my shop when they decide to. The whole concept is rather daunting so research is required.
In the meantime, I will leave you with some of my latest clay items.
Until next time,
Yvonne Jones

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New product almost done!

Hello!
Well, I have been working on a new product to join the rest of my work and it is very nearly complete. I can't wait until it is finished. If it sells then I will most definitely be producing more. I have had so much fun making it.
Today has been rather unproductive due to the kids having passed on the sickness bug they had last week...thanks kids! I will be making up for this tomorrow however as I have so many ideas. I just hope the children let me get some work done. Easter holidays are upon us and I hope I can keep the kids entertained for the next 2 weeks, usually get past the first few days then they start complaining of being bored...as kids do.
My oldest loves to peruse through my things and see if he can "help" while the the other 2 have a look and either fiddle with the beads before wandering off to do something else or wind me up to the point where I get fed up with them and send them to play in the garden. Kids eh!
Well, I best go and make sure I recover properly from this stupid bug so I can get on with things tomorrow.
Until next time,
Yvonne x

Beaded Doll Ornament...not yet complete.

Beaded Doll Ornament.
Just awaiting a face and clothes.

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Lots going on!

Hello!
I have been working on a new project lately. A beaded product but not jewellery this time. I don't want to give too much away yet but when it is complete I will post some pictures. It's a lot of fun to make and that's what I love about what I do...there is always potential to try something new and expand with different items. I'm so looking forward to getting this new project finished and put on my Etsy shop.
Outside of my work however things have been rather challenging...since last Thursday I feel like I've been on non stop clean up duty thanks to a sickness bug. All 3 kids have been ill so I'm hoping tonight might be the night when all this sickness stops...even if it's just for tonight. Looking forward to getting some sleep. Also had my operation date through which is fantastic. As of June 10th I can wave goodbye (incredibly happily, I hasten to add) to the dreadful pain that keeps stopping me in my tracks. The only down side is that I will be unable to take any orders that day and for about 3 days afterwards. On the up side, the pain will go and it is scheduled for after my boys party so I can still be there for that. All good really when you look at it like that.
   If my new product looks good I will be making more and a variety as well. After all, beads and components are not just limited to jewellery but a whole world of options if you care to see them...and I certainly want to see what I can do and where it can take me so there's only one way to find out.
Speaking of taking, I have renamed my Etsy shop in keeping with my Facebook page to make it easier. My new link is below. Feel free to go and have a browse around. There may be a treasure you love just waiting for you to snap it up!
Until next time,
Yvonne Jones. :-)

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Busy week!

Hello!
Well, since the grading it has been a busy time. Made some lovely earrings for my shop and of course, 2 gorgeous pairs for my wonderful mum as I wanted to give her something special for mothers day.
Aside from work, I have the had the dubious pleasure of having to deal with forms to change doctors as I needed a surgery in the same town. Between, work, children's activities and of course, the boring mundane regular chores I think I've lost track of time...where did it go??? Next big event here is my boys birthday party. As they are close together the boys are having a joint party...I just hope I can actually make it and that I don't get booked in for my op on the Friday (usually the way my luck runs, any parent will know that if you book something, there will usually be something else about to crop up) but I will be sorting out party bags etc in the run up. That way, should the worst happen, at least it will all be covered.
Had a great mothers day. Gave my mum her present which she loved. She and my step dad also bought me (from the kids, of course) some beautiful jewellery making items which I can't wait to use! Hoping to add something a little different to my shop soon as well, already designing it so hoping to put it to the test and make it soon. As for right now, I best get ready to get some sleep before the school runs. Not sure if I'm looking forward to or dreading the Easter holidays. I love my kids but does any other parent find that about 2 days into the holiday, the kids are suddenly bored and anything us parents suggest is either boring or uncool?? Ah well, that's kids for you I guess. Until next time,
Yvonne Jones

Star Flower Earings

Spring Flowers Earrings

Spring Flowers Earrings

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Grading day! We did it!!

Hello!
Wow! The last few weeks of hard training have paid off. Today was The Day. Grading Day. My oldest and I had our Shotokan Karate grading. At one point I was sure I had failed but, by some miracle, I passed and have now got my next belt. My oldest also managed to get the intermediate level and also got a new belt. So proud of him. Karate is a wonderful thing to do and it really builds confidence but it is not easy and I can only afford once a week rather than the twice weekly training the others do o for him to get the intermediate belt is really something. I'm so proud of him. I, on the other hand, was so nervous that before grading, I had to come and make some jewellery just to calm myself down.
I have to admit though, I am glad I have managed to get my next belt, given that I will be going in for my op soon and will then be unable to train for 6 weeks while recovering. I only hope that it's scheduled either for after my sons' birthday party or that I am out in time to attend their party. They have a joint party as they are so close together. I hope I'm able to attend but I will just have to see what happens. At the end of the day, without the op I will remain a woman in constant pain and unable to do much and I want better than that for my kids. I want to be a proper mum and able to run around and play with my kids, not sit on the sidelines looking miserable. The things we parents do for our children..!
Until next time,
Yvonne

Semi Precious Stone Earrings

Semi Precious Stone Earrings

Semi Precious Stone Bracelet

Semi Precious Stone Earrings

Semi Precious Stone Earrings

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Working hard!

Hi!
Been a busy week here. As I'm due to go to hospital for an operation soon (appointment to see the surgeon on Aprl 22nd) I've been working on a special jewellery set. It's special because it's a wedding gift for someone very dear to me. As with all my work, it has to be perfect so I have been getting input from the lovely bride to be to ensure that the jewellery is absolutely perfect.
It has turned out really well and all that is left to make is the earrings which is great. I will also be taking bits with me so I can work from hospital but to ensure this set is perfectly made and well before needed I wanted to do this set soon. Only having the earrings left to make is pretty good going. I've also made a vintage style bracelet as well and hope to make some more items. Making jewellery is not only work, but also a joy and very theraputic. Lucky me, to love what I do so much!
Until next time,
Yvonne Jones x

Spring Flowers Bracelet

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Twin Bead Bracelet