Turtles

I made some more turtles today! I love to make turtles!

It's time to expand my critter portfolio. What do you think I should make next?

What do you think gives each critter its personality?

Is it in the eyes? Is it in the body posture?

Please tell me what you think!

Turtles

Today, I made some turtles! I'm very pleased with the results, so I decided to show them to you. I have this one
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listed in my Etsy store right now. I call him Miguel. He's southwestern and organic. I'm satisfied with the progress I have been making when it comes to turtles. I can probably still make changes and improve, but for now, I love Miguel!























This is Bogert, the box turtle! He really is a cube! I hope to get him listed soon.






















This is Silverado. I made him using a silver inundated glass called Psyche.
The only drawback to Silverado is that if he doesn't sell, I can't give him to Beads of Courage for the children because he's made with the silver glass. I wish I had thought of that before I used the Psyche. I hope he sells, then. I hope to list him in my Etsy store very soon.















Last but not least is Broken Turtle. I found him today in my bead box. I couldn't figure out why he had not gone to BOC until I remembered his head had broken off in a fall. I glued it back on. He looks so sad, but the good thing is that I get to keep him. He goes on my desk to enjoy everyday!

This was fun! I want to make more and more turtles now!

A Down Day and a Friend Made My Day

Isn't this just the sweetest little turtle you've ever seen? Can you imagine my surprise when I opened up an unexpected package and found this wonderful little guy in it? Wow! This really brought a smile to my face and lifted up my soul on a very down day! What a special treat! Not only that, I found a package of murrini from a much treasured stash by Lauren of Maybeads on Etsy!

Thank you, Lauren, you have no idea how much your sweet gift meant to me, and it came at a time when it was most needed.

Check out Lauren's shop for more great turtles and other wonderful critters and jewlery!

Look What Lauren Did with My Murrini! Wow!

Aren't these adorable? You can find them in Lauren's shop, Maybeads. This is Charlene.
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Isn't she sweet?


















I couldn't find this little guy. I hope that Lauren will list him soon, but, in the meantime, you can enjoy him.
He's cute!




Lauren, thanks for sharing!

Featured Etsy Store: May Beads Handmade Lampwork Beads

Need a smile? Want to smile? You need to visit May Beads on Etsy. Lauren Mazursky is the proprietor and chief bead maker for this shop. (I honestly think she's the ONLY bead maker for this shop!) Look at Blueberry! Blueberry is one of Lauren's newest items. Isn't she the most adorable cow you've ever seen? Look at those eyes! Now how cute is that?

What did I say about a smile? How could anyone resist Archie? He's an alien and isn't he cute? Lauren, I love your work!





















Like jewelry? How about these little turtles on your ears? Aren't they sweet?






Last, but not least, meet Skillet the Pig. Who could think of him on a skillet? Look at those sweet eyes. He's adorable!

I was trying to think of what I liked best about Lauren's work. I honestly think I love the personalities she gives to her little critters. Their eyes are wonderful!

Remember to stop and say hi when you visit Lauren's store. You will enjoy your visit.