Bead Fest Sneak Peak

Bead Fest is almost here (Ahhh!) and I'm starting to finish up my last few firings.  Once that is done I have trays and trays of beads that need to be priced.  If you are coming to Bead Fest then here is just a tiny bit of what you can expect to find.  I will also have raku and stoneware (to be photographed another day).

A tray full of flowers in bloom!  There are five different designs in this tray in an array of bright colors.

I'm still working on filling this tray of ocean-inspired pieces.  The kiln is currently loaded with more starfish (in a new color), bubble charms and shell-impression pendants.

I tested a new matte blue glaze a few weeks ago and fell in love.  I won't have a lot in this glaze but I'm going to try and whip up a few more.  What a wonderful color!

Earthy bead sets!  There is also a tray with rainbow bead sets.  These are my favorite things to assemble.  I think I could do that all day and not get bored.

My customers love copper patina, so I made sure to have plenty of it.  This is only one of the trays of copper patina...yes, there's more!

I still have a few firings ahead of me and I'd like to spend one or two more days making more beads.  I haven't even figured out my entire table display yet.  So much to do and so little time!  I know I'll get it done and make it happen but talk about stress!

Have you ever sold at a bead show before?  Any advice for a first-timer?

Happy Beading!