Amy's New Book

I just got Amy's new book this week and it looks great! The projects are very user-friendly and customizable, and allow you to use a lot of things you may already have on hand. There are lots of projects and techniques I want to try, especially the Aunt Sarah and Uncle Pete dolls. For you locals, go see Amy at the downtown Powell's on Sunday, Sept. 20 at 7 p.m. There will be lots of cakes.

Bead Simple

I had lunch last week with Mariko and Susan and was fortunate enough to receive a copy of Susan's new book, Bead Simple. There are 150 projects, with something for all skill levels. I especially love all the drop pendant projects. If you're local, go check out the Bead Simple event and demo at Powell's (W. Burnside), upstairs in the Basil Hayward Gallery on Monday, April 7 at 7:30 p.m. Congratulations Susan!