Inspiration and Color

Of All The Beads

Newsletter

Mar. '11

Hazel Brutsché

Newest Designs

Of All The Beads is now on Facebook! Click here

to visit the page, and click the "Like" button at the top of the Facebook page to receive news feeds. I'll announce new items and special discounts that are only offered through Facebook. I hope to see you there!

Upcoming Events

Beads & Baubles, April 9 - 10, 10 AM to 6 PM. Come downtown to see the crafts on sale at this 2-day event, and of course, stop by my booth to say hi and see what's new. Jewelry classes and workshops are featured at the show. There will be door prizes, raffles, etc. Located in Washington DC, easily accessible by Metro. Details.

Inspiration and Color

More often than not, my inspiration comes from

color. Anything from a colorful advertisement to watching the sun set, and everything in between. Right now the colors of early spring seem dazzling in a world that hasn't quite let go of winter yet.

For example, here are 2 ads that caught my eye:

Many jewelry designers go for a unified theme, with

just a few colors in their palettes. One prefers muted pearls, while another makes things only in purple. You won't find that in my designs, because I'm too hooked on color to narrow it down.

Seeing the bright yellows and pinks outside doesn't necessarily mean that I'm inspired to use just those shades. Usually one color is enough to get me

thinking about others, and I find myself pulling out one color box after another. It's something I love to do.

And in the early days of spring, inspiration seems to be everywhere. And isn't that what makes spring so wonderful? Enjoy!

--Hazel

Two custom designs this month include some beautiful pink coin pearls, as well as earrings with the deep russett color of cinnabar:

This month, the designs are all about color. A rainbow of shades, plus an icy pink that recalls chillier days. First up, a bracelet that was lots of fun to make:

Next, two bracelets run the full spectrum; one is on stretchy cord and the other has a striking crystal clasp:

These pink and green beads give just the right hint of springtime:

And these 2 bracelets celebrate the the rich hues of summer blues and greens:

Clear cystals are all about reflected light:

Followed by shades of bright sun, blue sky, and deep evening:

A cool, deep aquamarine pendant is brightened up with streaks of pink in clear quartz, with blue topaz accents, alongside matching earrings:

And last are icy pink and frosted white:

Of All The Beads » Hazel Brutsché

	Of All The Beads Newsletter	Mar. '11 Hazel Brutsché
Newest Designs	Of All The Beads is now on Facebook! Click here to visit the page, and click the "Like" button at the top of the Facebook page to receive news feeds. I'll announce new items and special discounts that are only offered through Facebook. I hope to see you there! Upcoming Events Beads & Baubles, April 9 - 10, 10 AM to 6 PM. Come downtown to see the crafts on sale at this 2-day event, and of course, stop by my booth to say hi and see what's new. Jewelry classes and workshops are featured at the show. There will be door prizes, raffles, etc. Located in Washington DC, easily accessible by Metro. Details. Inspiration and Color More often than not, my inspiration comes from color. Anything from a colorful advertisement to watching the sun set, and everything in between. Right now the colors of early spring seem dazzling in a world that hasn't quite let go of winter yet. For example, here are 2 ads that caught my eye: Many jewelry designers go for a unified theme, with just a few colors in their palettes. One prefers muted pearls, while another makes things only in purple. You won't find that in my designs, because I'm too hooked on color to narrow it down. Seeing the bright yellows and pinks outside doesn't necessarily mean that I'm inspired to use just those shades. Usually one color is enough to get me thinking about others, and I find myself pulling out one color box after another. It's something I love to do. And in the early days of spring, inspiration seems to be everywhere. And isn't that what makes spring so wonderful? Enjoy! --Hazel Two custom designs this month include some beautiful pink coin pearls, as well as earrings with the deep russett color of cinnabar:
This month, the designs are all about color. A rainbow of shades, plus an icy pink that recalls chillier days. First up, a bracelet that was lots of fun to make: Next, two bracelets run the full spectrum; one is on stretchy cord and the other has a striking crystal clasp: These pink and green beads give just the right hint of springtime: And these 2 bracelets celebrate the the rich hues of summer blues and greens: Clear cystals are all about reflected light: Followed by shades of bright sun, blue sky, and deep evening: A cool, deep aquamarine pendant is brightened up with streaks of pink in clear quartz, with blue topaz accents, alongside matching earrings: And last are icy pink and frosted white:
Of All The Beads » Hazel Brutsché