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Today, she is sharing a tutorial how to make a heart on lampwork bead.
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Monday, January 23, 2012
Lampwork bead tutorial
There are a lot of different types of crafts and arts represented in Russian team on Etsy. Some categories are saturated enough, some are not. But the category that represent Katya from MayaHoney on Etsy is not saturated at all. I would say Katya is a unique artists so far in our team who makes lampwork.
Today, she is sharing a tutorial how to make a heart on lampwork bead.
Today, she is sharing a tutorial how to make a heart on lampwork bead.
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Wonderful things wednesday - Valentine gifts
Valentines Day is the most romantic holiday of the year. It's time to think red roses, chocolates, jewelry, cards and cute little gifts to show your affection to your loved ones!
There is so many choices! You can get your gifts at the store near by but here on Etsy you will find a selection of items which are unique and pretty often are one of a kind! There is still time for delivery so do your shopping in your pajamas from home and check for the Valentine's tagged items in your search box on Etsy!
A little hint: for the cutest selection of romantic gifts for your sweetie select ALL ITEMS in your search box and then type: rusteam
We are sure you will find your perfect gift there!
Here is just a little preview today :
Have fun shopping!
Story by Tanya Socksandmittens
Collages by Katrin KarisaGraphic
There is so many choices! You can get your gifts at the store near by but here on Etsy you will find a selection of items which are unique and pretty often are one of a kind! There is still time for delivery so do your shopping in your pajamas from home and check for the Valentine's tagged items in your search box on Etsy!
A little hint: for the cutest selection of romantic gifts for your sweetie select ALL ITEMS in your search box and then type: rusteam
We are sure you will find your perfect gift there!
Here is just a little preview today :
Have fun shopping!
Story by Tanya Socksandmittens
Collages by Katrin KarisaGraphic
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Wonderful things wednesday - Cozy Christmas
Christmas is such a wonderful holiday. It is all about being with your loved ones in the warmth and coziness of your home. And surrounding yourself with handmade Christmas items can make it even cozier and warmer.
You can make your own garlands and stockings for your fireplace, table centerpieces and other festive home decorations. Crocheted snowflakes will liven up your Christmas tree and embroidered napkins will dress up your holiday table. Handmade Christmas ornaments are a unique gift and vintage tree decorations will transport you back to your childhood. And don't forget the perfect handmade gift for your hostess!
We have worked hard to offer this wonderful selection of handmade Christmas items, so you could make your home cozy and beautiful this Holiday Season.
You can make your own garlands and stockings for your fireplace, table centerpieces and other festive home decorations. Crocheted snowflakes will liven up your Christmas tree and embroidered napkins will dress up your holiday table. Handmade Christmas ornaments are a unique gift and vintage tree decorations will transport you back to your childhood. And don't forget the perfect handmade gift for your hostess!
We have worked hard to offer this wonderful selection of handmade Christmas items, so you could make your home cozy and beautiful this Holiday Season.
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Interview with a Star – TonyaUtkina
Today our featured guest is TonyaUtkina who is a member of Russian Artists Etsy team. Tonya has two completely different shops on Etsy. In CityCrochet Tonya offers hand crocheted and hand knitted items for urban style fashionistas as well as home décor items and hand felted accessories. In TonyaUtkina Etsy shop she offers happy and bright jewelry items made of high quality Czech glass, silver plated wire and felt.
Q: Could you please tell us a bit about yourself?
I grew up in Moscow, Russia and I am still in love with that beautiful and vibrant city. It’s not only a place of my childhood but a city with history that dates back to 1147 AD and diverse, fast pacing urban life. I still have a lot of friends and family members in Moscow and go back every year. In my mid 20s I moved to New York following my husband who got accepted to a university. It was a difficult but manageable transition as New York actually remind me Moscow a lot. Later on we moved to Richmond, Virginia where I reside now.
Q: How did you pick up crafting?
I love to create things with my hands! I’ve been crocheting and knitting since I was little. Hand crafting runs in my family as my mom has a great taste and wonderful hands. As so many Russian moms back in 80s and 90s she sewed and knitted for all my family. My brother and I always had beautiful and neat clothes hand made by my mom. I remember myself crocheting home décor items, making small sculptures out of wood, creating figures of paper mache. It was all back in my childhood when I had plenty of time to just hang around and experiment. Since then I had my own kids. While observing my children grow at some point I felt a need to resume my crafting. It’s great that my kids watch me actually make things with my hands and even try helping me sometimes.
Q: What are your favorite materials?
I love glass for its brightness and transparency. There are so many things one can create of glass beads and wire. One’s creativity is pretty much the only limit. Recently I’ve discovered felting which in some sense is similar to knitting and crocheting but gives much more room for experimenting. The result can be totally unpredictable.
I’m a fan of minimalism that has nothing in common with a traditional Russian ornamental style rich in flowers, curves, swirls, stylized animal and nature images. I guess I’m not a typical Russian in that sense as I adore simple lines and bold colors.
Q: What can you tell us about your Etsy experience?
I actually discovered Etsy by pure chance through an article in Wired magazine. I really liked the idea of an independent portal for artisans and craftsmen from all over the world. Besides I always thought that Etsy layout and design is very friendly and well thought out! I had no prior experience with on-line sales and marketing and Etsy came as a sort of revelation to me. I’ve been on Etsy for a bit more than a year now and I’ve learned a tonne since I started. It’s amazing how much more I now know about the world of on-line sales, SEO and marketing!
Q: Could you please tell us a bit about yourself?
I grew up in Moscow, Russia and I am still in love with that beautiful and vibrant city. It’s not only a place of my childhood but a city with history that dates back to 1147 AD and diverse, fast pacing urban life. I still have a lot of friends and family members in Moscow and go back every year. In my mid 20s I moved to New York following my husband who got accepted to a university. It was a difficult but manageable transition as New York actually remind me Moscow a lot. Later on we moved to Richmond, Virginia where I reside now.
Q: How did you pick up crafting?
I love to create things with my hands! I’ve been crocheting and knitting since I was little. Hand crafting runs in my family as my mom has a great taste and wonderful hands. As so many Russian moms back in 80s and 90s she sewed and knitted for all my family. My brother and I always had beautiful and neat clothes hand made by my mom. I remember myself crocheting home décor items, making small sculptures out of wood, creating figures of paper mache. It was all back in my childhood when I had plenty of time to just hang around and experiment. Since then I had my own kids. While observing my children grow at some point I felt a need to resume my crafting. It’s great that my kids watch me actually make things with my hands and even try helping me sometimes.
Q: What are your favorite materials?
I love glass for its brightness and transparency. There are so many things one can create of glass beads and wire. One’s creativity is pretty much the only limit. Recently I’ve discovered felting which in some sense is similar to knitting and crocheting but gives much more room for experimenting. The result can be totally unpredictable.
I’m a fan of minimalism that has nothing in common with a traditional Russian ornamental style rich in flowers, curves, swirls, stylized animal and nature images. I guess I’m not a typical Russian in that sense as I adore simple lines and bold colors.
Q: What can you tell us about your Etsy experience?
I actually discovered Etsy by pure chance through an article in Wired magazine. I really liked the idea of an independent portal for artisans and craftsmen from all over the world. Besides I always thought that Etsy layout and design is very friendly and well thought out! I had no prior experience with on-line sales and marketing and Etsy came as a sort of revelation to me. I’ve been on Etsy for a bit more than a year now and I’ve learned a tonne since I started. It’s amazing how much more I now know about the world of on-line sales, SEO and marketing!
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Wonderful things wednesday - Happy Haunting!
Delight of this week – Halloween Party!
Who ever said that Halloween is just for kids? Adults should have some fun too!
Get a little crazy this night and be someone else! You can be a vampire, witch, rock or movie star or some other creature or person you want. Everybody is welcome to eat, drink and be merry this night!
So dress up for your party, mix up creepy Halloween cocktails for adults and have a great time!
1. Pincushions from felt PUMPKINS by FunEmbroidery
2. Cat and Goldfish Stained Glass Suncatcher by FleetingStillness
3. Halloween Pumpkin Coffee Cup Cozy by CuffeShop
4. Halloween Cat Hat for Baby by Bumblestore
1. Spooky Houses Halloween Necklace by Smafactory
2. Silver With Black Leather Double Bracelet by Justlena
3. Fabric rosette statement ring in black with silver base by StudioElenus
4. Black lacy crochet skirt Victoria Secret by Lasunka
1. Night sky airy necklace by Beautyland
2. Handforged geometric sculpted earrings Sterling silver with black Lava cubes – Pele by Arctida
3. Waist Reducing Tartan CORSET by Katrinshine
4. Victorian Halloween framed digital collage sheet by Graphicland
Who ever said that Halloween is just for kids? Adults should have some fun too!
Get a little crazy this night and be someone else! You can be a vampire, witch, rock or movie star or some other creature or person you want. Everybody is welcome to eat, drink and be merry this night!
So dress up for your party, mix up creepy Halloween cocktails for adults and have a great time!
1. Pincushions from felt PUMPKINS by FunEmbroidery2. Cat and Goldfish Stained Glass Suncatcher by FleetingStillness
3. Halloween Pumpkin Coffee Cup Cozy by CuffeShop
4. Halloween Cat Hat for Baby by Bumblestore
1. Spooky Houses Halloween Necklace by Smafactory2. Silver With Black Leather Double Bracelet by Justlena
3. Fabric rosette statement ring in black with silver base by StudioElenus
4. Black lacy crochet skirt Victoria Secret by Lasunka
1. Night sky airy necklace by Beautyland2. Handforged geometric sculpted earrings Sterling silver with black Lava cubes – Pele by Arctida
3. Waist Reducing Tartan CORSET by Katrinshine
4. Victorian Halloween framed digital collage sheet by Graphicland
Monday, October 18, 2010
Our team member treasury on Etsy Front Page
After long time finally the treasury of our team member was on Etsy Front Page. It's named "Whisper" made by beautyspot.
This treasury is so delicate and tender! Today we will make new treasuries with increase forces with hope to see it again on Etsy Front Page.
Featured russian artists:
JaneBoFelt, OksaPhoto, yevgenia, daimblond, jezek, LAccentNou, socksandmittens, StudioElenus
This treasury is so delicate and tender! Today we will make new treasuries with increase forces with hope to see it again on Etsy Front Page.
Featured russian artists:JaneBoFelt, OksaPhoto, yevgenia, daimblond, jezek, LAccentNou, socksandmittens, StudioElenus
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Wonderful things Wednesday - Happy Halloween!
Are you ready for Halloween? Have you thought about your costume and house decorations? Got candy?
There is still time!
This is that time of the year when pumpkins are everywhere and we just have to get that pumpkin spice coffee in a morning. We are getting in a fall spirit and admiring bright colors. Orange, black and purple are rules!
Close to the end of Month you will see witches, monsters and fairy princesses walking down the streets everywhere. Parties, you know.
When October 31st comes, be prepared. This is a time of celebration and superstition. Put your carved pumpkin out, prepare your sweet treats, light a candle and get ready for the frightful (or not :)) night!
1. Halloween Spooky Haunted House Stained Glass Lantern 3 by FleetingStillness
2. Halloween Pumpkin Treasure Bag by Sexyhandmade
3. Black orange Halloween socks striped by Socksandmittens
4. Raven fine art photography by YuliaKazansky
1. Halloween Amulet Polymer Clay Medallion by ArtHarmony
2. Handforged geometric sculpted earrings Sterling silver with black Lava cubes – Pele by Arctida
3. Suede Bag in Pumpkin color by FineEmbroidery
4. Halloween mix digital collage sheet by Graphicland
1. Spooooky Houses Halloween Necklace by Smafactory
2. Crocheted flower brooch / hairpin - pumpkin orange fluffy by TomBjornDesigns
3. PUMPKIN amigurumi -- PDF PATTERN by CuffeShop
4. Tarantula Spider Brooch by AroundBeads
There is still time!
This is that time of the year when pumpkins are everywhere and we just have to get that pumpkin spice coffee in a morning. We are getting in a fall spirit and admiring bright colors. Orange, black and purple are rules!
Close to the end of Month you will see witches, monsters and fairy princesses walking down the streets everywhere. Parties, you know.
When October 31st comes, be prepared. This is a time of celebration and superstition. Put your carved pumpkin out, prepare your sweet treats, light a candle and get ready for the frightful (or not :)) night!
1. Halloween Spooky Haunted House Stained Glass Lantern 3 by FleetingStillness2. Halloween Pumpkin Treasure Bag by Sexyhandmade
3. Black orange Halloween socks striped by Socksandmittens
4. Raven fine art photography by YuliaKazansky
1. Halloween Amulet Polymer Clay Medallion by ArtHarmony2. Handforged geometric sculpted earrings Sterling silver with black Lava cubes – Pele by Arctida
3. Suede Bag in Pumpkin color by FineEmbroidery
4. Halloween mix digital collage sheet by Graphicland
1. Spooooky Houses Halloween Necklace by Smafactory2. Crocheted flower brooch / hairpin - pumpkin orange fluffy by TomBjornDesigns
3. PUMPKIN amigurumi -- PDF PATTERN by CuffeShop
4. Tarantula Spider Brooch by AroundBeads
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Wonderful things Wednesday - Expensive things we want
We all are making our wish list with the holidays rapidly approaching. What’s in there? What are you going to get for yourselves? for others?
While doing that, didn’t you ask yourself why people buy an expensive item over an inexpensive one?
Everyone has their own reasons. We are going to name just some of them:
1. The expensive item is probably excellent quality and that’s why it will last longer than a cheaper product.
2. It might be a one of a kind item. You will never see someone else at the party wearing that lovely little black dress, just like yours. Guaranteed.
3. The item might be a hand made that required a lot of work thus making it expensive.
4. Sometimes the materials are rare or expensive, which makes the item expensive.
5. Many times it may be an impulse buy because of love at first sight. Sometimes you can just glance at item and you know you just have to get this one! In the moments like these we hope the money is not a factor for you!
Here is our collection of expensive items – enjoy!
1. Citrine Garnet Ruby artisan pin-up coiled necklace in 14K gold filled - Darlene by Arctida
2. Art of Embroidery GOLDEN VENICE by FineEmbroidery
3. A Wave and a Goldfish Stained Glass Panel by FleetingStillness
4. Wedding Dress Medieval Style by Katrinshine
1. Jacket felted Ochre by JuliaFelt
2. Blue topaz diamond 14K gold pendant by MyWayToSay
3. Nuno felted dress tunic wool silk seamless OOAK Country by Galafilc
4. Felted set - bag and scarf Snowy Winter by Rudman
1. Teddy Bear OOAK 9inch by Oksa
2. Orange Chocolate Lace Crochet Dress, Beret, Booties Set for 3-9 month by IraRott
3. Brand New Luxury Baby Natural Bedding - Blanket/Comforter/Quilt Transformer for Boy by Woolsolution
4. Back-lit wall sculpture - Vertigo by CCYDstudio
While doing that, didn’t you ask yourself why people buy an expensive item over an inexpensive one?
Everyone has their own reasons. We are going to name just some of them:
1. The expensive item is probably excellent quality and that’s why it will last longer than a cheaper product.
2. It might be a one of a kind item. You will never see someone else at the party wearing that lovely little black dress, just like yours. Guaranteed.
3. The item might be a hand made that required a lot of work thus making it expensive.
4. Sometimes the materials are rare or expensive, which makes the item expensive.
5. Many times it may be an impulse buy because of love at first sight. Sometimes you can just glance at item and you know you just have to get this one! In the moments like these we hope the money is not a factor for you!
Here is our collection of expensive items – enjoy!
1. Citrine Garnet Ruby artisan pin-up coiled necklace in 14K gold filled - Darlene by Arctida2. Art of Embroidery GOLDEN VENICE by FineEmbroidery
3. A Wave and a Goldfish Stained Glass Panel by FleetingStillness
4. Wedding Dress Medieval Style by Katrinshine
1. Jacket felted Ochre by JuliaFelt2. Blue topaz diamond 14K gold pendant by MyWayToSay
3. Nuno felted dress tunic wool silk seamless OOAK Country by Galafilc
4. Felted set - bag and scarf Snowy Winter by Rudman
1. Teddy Bear OOAK 9inch by Oksa
2. Orange Chocolate Lace Crochet Dress, Beret, Booties Set for 3-9 month by IraRott
3. Brand New Luxury Baby Natural Bedding - Blanket/Comforter/Quilt Transformer for Boy by Woolsolution
4. Back-lit wall sculpture - Vertigo by CCYDstudio
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Wonderful things Wednesday - Stone of the Month: Sapphire!
Sapphire is the most precious and most desirable of the blue gemstones. This is one of the most popular stones in jewelry making and is one of the gem varieties of corundum.
Some facts about sapphire:
The name Sapphire means Blue Stone in Greek.
Red or dark pink varieties are called rubies.
Sapphires can be also blue, yellow, green, white, colorless, pink, orange, brown, purple, gray and black. The most desirable color is pure cornflower blue.
The most desirable sapphires used to come from Kashmir, India.
Sapphires were first synthesized in 1902 by French chemist Auguste Verneuil. In 2003 the world’s production of synthetic sapphire was 250 tons and it was mostly produced by the USA and Russia.
Here is our blue collection today – enjoy!
1. Blue Lagoon Hand Painted Silk Scarf by SilkMagic
2. Fridge magnet recycled glass bubble blue by GiftsUnder10
3. Blue Link bracelet by AroundBeads
4. Necklace blue fiesta by Beautyland
1. Crochet Art scarf by VitalTemptation
2. Deep navy blue flower clip by Cushyadornments
3. Sapphire Blue Teardrop Glass Bead Bracelet by Daimblond
4. Royal Blue Ring Pillow Bearer Flower Freshwater Pearl by VioGemini
1. Phone or Ipod Suede holder by FunEmbroidery
2. Deep Blue Earrings by TonyaUtkina
3. Chained Rose necklace by StudioElenus
4. Bracelet Sapphire by Vikulya
Some facts about sapphire:
The name Sapphire means Blue Stone in Greek.
Red or dark pink varieties are called rubies.
Sapphires can be also blue, yellow, green, white, colorless, pink, orange, brown, purple, gray and black. The most desirable color is pure cornflower blue.
Sapphires were first synthesized in 1902 by French chemist Auguste Verneuil. In 2003 the world’s production of synthetic sapphire was 250 tons and it was mostly produced by the USA and Russia.
Here is our blue collection today – enjoy!
1. Blue Lagoon Hand Painted Silk Scarf by SilkMagic 2. Fridge magnet recycled glass bubble blue by GiftsUnder10
3. Blue Link bracelet by AroundBeads
4. Necklace blue fiesta by Beautyland
1. Crochet Art scarf by VitalTemptation 2. Deep navy blue flower clip by Cushyadornments
3. Sapphire Blue Teardrop Glass Bead Bracelet by Daimblond
4. Royal Blue Ring Pillow Bearer Flower Freshwater Pearl by VioGemini
1. Phone or Ipod Suede holder by FunEmbroidery2. Deep Blue Earrings by TonyaUtkina
3. Chained Rose necklace by StudioElenus
4. Bracelet Sapphire by Vikulya
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Wonderful things Wednesday - Back to school
We are all a little sad that summer is almost over but time is not standing still and it is time to go back to school!
Do you have young children? They are probably going through a lot right now. New school, new teachers, new friends – there is so many changes in such a short period of time!
Your oldest kids are probably excited to see their old friends and be back for school activities.
Are you ready for a new career? Then now is the time for you to start school also!
So hopefully you are prepared for the new school year.
Please enjoy our collection of lovely things you or your child might need!
1. Happy or sad - cotton canvas painted pouch by Naughtyknott
2. Tea/Coffee Mug Sweater, Tea Bag Cozy and Apple Jacket by CuffeShop
3. Red Flower Barrettes - Set of 2 by AroundBeads
4. Suede purse in Turquoise Color Telephone by FunEmbroidery
1. Turquoise flowers black girl's apron by NStrelkova
2. Floral Alphabet Letters and Numbers 1x1 inch digital collage sheet by KarisaGraphic
3. Natural Wool Pocket Hand Warmer Muff by IraRott
4. Alphabet letters 1 inch circles digital collage sheet by GraphicLand
1. Quilted Backpack / Purse, SUN OF AZTEKS by Katrinshine
2. Knee socks multicolour by Socksandmittens
3. Organic Ergonomic Computer Keyboard by Herbolution
4. Change of Seasons Stained Glass Panel by FleetingStillness
Do you have young children? They are probably going through a lot right now. New school, new teachers, new friends – there is so many changes in such a short period of time!
Your oldest kids are probably excited to see their old friends and be back for school activities.
Are you ready for a new career? Then now is the time for you to start school also!
So hopefully you are prepared for the new school year.
Please enjoy our collection of lovely things you or your child might need!
1. Happy or sad - cotton canvas painted pouch by Naughtyknott2. Tea/Coffee Mug Sweater, Tea Bag Cozy and Apple Jacket by CuffeShop
3. Red Flower Barrettes - Set of 2 by AroundBeads
4. Suede purse in Turquoise Color Telephone by FunEmbroidery
1. Turquoise flowers black girl's apron by NStrelkova2. Floral Alphabet Letters and Numbers 1x1 inch digital collage sheet by KarisaGraphic
3. Natural Wool Pocket Hand Warmer Muff by IraRott
4. Alphabet letters 1 inch circles digital collage sheet by GraphicLand
1. Quilted Backpack / Purse, SUN OF AZTEKS by Katrinshine2. Knee socks multicolour by Socksandmittens
3. Organic Ergonomic Computer Keyboard by Herbolution
4. Change of Seasons Stained Glass Panel by FleetingStillness
Friday, June 25, 2010
Our team on the Etsy Front Page again!
Only yesterday I wrote that treasury created by our teammate was on the Etsy Front Page, and today it happened again! Today it was treasury Urban living created by our teammate TonyaUtkina. Congrats Tonya and the featured!
Curator: TonyaUtkina
The following fabulous artists from Etsy Russian team were featured in this treasury: JuliaFelt, BlueberryCream, SweetNumber, yevgenia, herbolution, KAPARA, CityCrochet, AroundBeads, kpersonboutique, NeroliHandmade
Friday, March 19, 2010
Introducing Lightkeeping and Lampwork
Wouldn't it be nice to find out more and see the faces behind the amazing work of Etsy Russian Team members? Now I do not attempt to claim that my creations are half as amazing as the art created by other members, but I would love to humbly set an example of introducing ourselves.
My name is Anastasija (or Anna for short and for easier pronunciation) aka Lightkeeping. I am originally from Lithuania, however, I come from a Russian family and have a very strong Russian identity. And recently I also chose to be an immigrant of love by coming to Ireland. A couple of years ago I was studying arts in Cork and met this guy with hair like a raven, cheecks like blood and body like snow straight from "The Exile of the Sons of Uisliu", one of the most stunning sagas ever written in Irish. So after finishing my studies in literature back at home and quitting my day job in the media, I flew back to Ireland on the love wings of Airlingus.
As long as I can remember myself I was crafting something all the time. It used to be sawing outfits for dolls first, then I moved on to knitting for myself and family members. I was always very disappointed that I cannot draw as visual arts are a passion of mine, I just love visiting galleries and exhibitions as well as taking art history courses and was delighted to discover the media of lampwork as it fully satisfies my hunger for color, texture and form.
My next step will be learning to make my own lampwork beads and I am looking very much forward to being able to afford learning lampworking and getting all the equipment. Meanwhile, I want to show you the work of another member of the Russian team - Nina, who runs an Etsy shop Britanika. She makes gorgeous lampwork beads in her home studio in Israel. All her beads are cleaned and annealed in digitally controlled kiln for added strength and durability. If you love color and unusual form you should definitely visit her shop.
My name is Anastasija (or Anna for short and for easier pronunciation) aka Lightkeeping. I am originally from Lithuania, however, I come from a Russian family and have a very strong Russian identity. And recently I also chose to be an immigrant of love by coming to Ireland. A couple of years ago I was studying arts in Cork and met this guy with hair like a raven, cheecks like blood and body like snow straight from "The Exile of the Sons of Uisliu", one of the most stunning sagas ever written in Irish. So after finishing my studies in literature back at home and quitting my day job in the media, I flew back to Ireland on the love wings of Airlingus.
As long as I can remember myself I was crafting something all the time. It used to be sawing outfits for dolls first, then I moved on to knitting for myself and family members. I was always very disappointed that I cannot draw as visual arts are a passion of mine, I just love visiting galleries and exhibitions as well as taking art history courses and was delighted to discover the media of lampwork as it fully satisfies my hunger for color, texture and form.
Lampworking is a type of glasswork that uses a gas fueled torch to melt rods and tubes of clear and colored glass. Once in a molten state, the glass is formed by blowing and shaping with a variety of tools and hand movements. Lampwork beads can be very colorful and highly detailed and they are an instant mood lifter. I just love working with them: matching them with Czech glass beads, colored jade, pearls, Swarovski and other beads to make bracelets, necklaces and earrings.
My next step will be learning to make my own lampwork beads and I am looking very much forward to being able to afford learning lampworking and getting all the equipment. Meanwhile, I want to show you the work of another member of the Russian team - Nina, who runs an Etsy shop Britanika. She makes gorgeous lampwork beads in her home studio in Israel. All her beads are cleaned and annealed in digitally controlled kiln for added strength and durability. If you love color and unusual form you should definitely visit her shop.
Here are a couple of examples of the lampwork beads that are currently for sale in her shop.
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