February may be the shortest month, but it usually feels
like the longest month. Don't suffer cabin fever...catch bead fever! We have a ton of exciting events coming
up.
Cathy and I are home from the
Tucson Bead Show and busy putting out the stock. Among the new beads...sparkling Chinese
crystals in 8 and 10mm rondelles and 16mm teardrops, beautiful Czech glass daggers for the class on the 13th and a fabulous
selection of fresh water pearls! Hurry in and be the first to browse!
On Saturday, February 6th, we co-sponsored "A Bead
of Hope for Alzheimer's" with the Toebben Family. The sales for the day earned $780 for the Alzheimer's Association!!!
We want to thank Joyce for the contribution of the beautiful
necklace which raised an additional $237!! And to all of our customers who helped with the event...Elizabeth, Barb,
Jen, Mary, Onie, Lori, Brenda and Joyce. And kudos to a staff who went above and beyond with their huge efforts...Emily,
Reagan, Natalie and Veronica. And my daughter Lauren who stayed and worked all day and night and doesn't even like
beads! And my son, Adam, and daughter Michelle who took time away from their families to help with the wine and
cheese event. Thanks to the shops on Fairfield Avenue who donated over 40 items toward the raffle which combined with
the over donations raised over a $1000. And a big thanks to Susan, Diana and Elizabeth from the Toebben Family who asked
us to participate in such a worthwhile and fun event!
The Sunday Series Workshop continues
on February 21st!
And of course, you have to make something for all of your
Valentines and we have lots of beads and designs for inspiration...Joanna
