"A blog dedicated to the art of making paper beads & paper bead jewelry...by Janice Mae"

Greetings from the California Gift Show!

Posted on Jul 22, 2011 in Paper Bead Creations | 2 comments

Today’s Guest Blogger:  Garry Sullins – Web Developer

Hi everyone, this is my first blog entry on PaperBeads.org.  Janice asked me to step in and cover for her, since she’s busy working the room at the California Gift Show in Los Angeles.  And I’m sure many of you are wondering where the heck she’s been!  Well, a lot is going on for Janice these days.  As you may know, Janice was recently invited to appear on JTV (Jewelry TV) for a second show!  I thought she did really well in her 1st 15 minutes of fame go around, and it looks like I’m not alone – JTV seems to really like her too!  So set your dial for JTV on Thur, Aug 4 – and watch the celebrity princess do her thing!

(Oh yeah, just so you know Janice is alive and well – here’s a picture she just sent me from the show.)

Janice Mae at the California Gift Show

Janice Mae at the California Gift Show

And introducing the newest member of Team JaniceMae:

Kathleen Mito at the California Gift Show

Karoleen Mito at the California Gift Show

Janice will be back on Monday to post her latest inspirations, and no doubtedly share some exciting things that are coming for JaniceMae – the company.  You’ll want to watch this new website come alive:  janicemae.com!

Additional note: We have temporarily disabled comments, where necessary, due to overwhelming amounts of spam.  You may have noticed our site slowing down over the last week?  We’re busy working on it and plan on making improvements throughout the site.  Please stay tuned!

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Shaker Bracelet Watch – day 187

Posted on Jul 13, 2011 in 365 Paper Bead Creations | 1 comment

Aptly called the Shaker Bracelet Watch or Cha- Cha Bracelet,  it is a fun and playful watch and definitely showing your green side with green beads 🙂

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Instantly lift your mood with this watch 🙂

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Rainbow Agate Watch – day 186

Posted on Jul 13, 2011 in 365 Paper Bead Creations | 1 comment

Part of my paper bead collection are teal color paper beads that reminds you of the ocean and summer…….the warm tones of the rainbow agate brought out the turquoisy color of the paper beads, don’t you think?

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Technique used in making the elastic watches  is crimping the elastic.  It gives it a more secure and clean finish.

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Silver and Lavender Watch – day 185

Posted on Jul 13, 2011 in 365 Paper Bead Creations | Comments Off on Silver and Lavender Watch – day 185

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Pretty met Functionality:)

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Magazine Color Watch – day 184

Posted on Jul 12, 2011 in 365 Paper Bead Creations | Comments Off on Magazine Color Watch – day 184

I had fun making these beaded watches, they are not only pretty but functional as well.  The other thing I like about these inexpensive watches is that they are easy to maintain, batteries are available at your local craft stores.

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What a great idea for Christmas presents!

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