Jaeleven

In this month's issue of NH Magazine, www.nhmagazine.com , there is a really sparkly and pretty ruby red bracelet that I made. I was thrilled when they called and asked to use the picture (from my Etsy Store). So I wanted to write a nice big thank you for
giving some ink to The Bead Box...I have received lots of orders from it and I can't wait to send out the bracelets and spread some sparkle around.

I am especially fond of this magazine, not because they put the picture in it, but because they always have interesting, well-written articles about all things NH. I always learn something new when I read it, for example, who knew that some of the most beautiful aquamarine crystal in the world is being mined right here in NH? I was drooling when I saw the gorgeous color pictures of the beautiful stones coming out of a mine in Alstead. Apparently a New Boston, NH jeweler, Jim Cook, was aware of these high-quality NH crystals and has set them into some spectacular jewelry. Of course, now I am trying to figure out who to call to get some for myself. Well, and my customers too, because I have stopped bead hoarding.

If you live in or near the Granite State, I highly recommend reading NH Magazine. When I put down this month's issue, I wanted to run out and try some of the chocolate desserts they taste-tested. And I wanted to go to Manch-Vegas and go shopping on Elm Street. And I wanted to go put on that fabulous bracelet.

One more thing. If you find winter taking over and you are losing your beading inspiration, maybe it's time to subscribe to www.beadingdaily.com . It's published by Interweave Press, who publishes Beadwork magazine. Everyday you will get a new beading project emailed to you and you'll surely be inspired to get out your beads and make a project or two. -J