Stevie's Lace .... A Comparison

Stevie's Lace, A Comparison, originally uploaded by Glittering Prize - Trudi.

When I made this bead I did wonder what it would look like etched (also known as frosted or matt) - trouble is, once you etch it, that's it ... you can't undo it!)

It was suggested to me to get an idea of how it would look - was to put it in the fridge for a few minutes, take it out and breathe on it! Well that does give you a little idea but I wasn't sure still! So I thought, I'm not deciding - I'll put it up for sale and whoever buys it can decide (I did show a picture of a much smaller bead part etched). That was a good move, the decision was out of my hands!

It was bought and my customer asked for me to etch it, leaving the murrini glossy. WOW, I loved it, the etching does bring out the colour more and shows off the lace effect, and leaving the murrini glossy really adds a new dimension to the overall effect. Don;t get me wrong, I still love the glossy effect too, but now I have the best of both worlds, knowing what it will look like!

Happy days.

Stevie's Lace - back to the 80's

Stevie's Lace - back to the 80's, originally uploaded by Glittering Prize - Trudi.

We're heading back to the 80's with this lace bead, Set on a gentle pink base it's been decorated with a swirled lace effect and burst murrini! All it needs is a little leather!

now where did I put my leggings and lace gloves ................

Pretty Flowers

Pretty Flowers, originally uploaded by Glittering Prize - Trudi.

I am just loving my new flower press, just thinking up different combinations to use now! These have gorgeous murrini's in the centre that really bring them to life!

Hydrangea Twist

Hydrangea Twist , originally uploaded by Glittering Prize - Trudi.

I haven't played with my murrini and shards for ages, but I got some lovely spring coloured murrini from Michelle at Sundoor Beads, so a great excuse for a play!

Now, do I sell it or keep it for me????

Golden Vortex

Golden Vortex 2, originally uploaded by Glittering Prize - Trudi.

Well the weather has been kinder these past few days for sure! In fact, yesterday was just delightful.

I was out in the studio melting glass, as is my want!! And on Saturday I was playing with my new lentil press that I love. Looking forward to some sunshine I grabbed some topaz, some goldstone and threw in some silver glass frit and murrini - and this is the result!!
And do you know what ................. I'mgoing to keep it.

Infact, I'm wearing it now!!

Good morning

Well last week I had a bead making frenzy and I've got a little stash, so last night I spent some time listing lots of sets, focals and duos!!!

I hope you like them!

Trudi x