I am a very organized person. My life is built on order. From my shoes, each in their own labeled box, to my kitchen cabinet filled with dry staples, in their own labeled storage bin. I feel comfortable when I know my life is scheduled, with no surprises.

    Seed beading offers me the chance to step out of my comfort zone and go beyond the expected. I am inspired by the size, color and shape of my materials, manipulating them until they are woven together, giving me a serene and peaceful feeling, knowing I have taken chaos, and created harmony. I start by beading a very orderly pattern. Then I throw off the piece by including an incompatible bead, disrupting what would otherwise be a perfect layout. Ultimately I am forced to compensate the disorder I have purposely devised and recreate balance. The cycle continues to repeat itself, until I complete the piece I am creating. ​

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Black and White with Grey All Over

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