Last night, the Charlotte Area Jewelry Artists (CAJA) held a meetup at Beadlush. We learned how to do a right angle weave using Swarovski crystals. There’s a photo of my weave on your left. It’s mostly done although I need to make or find a clasp to complete it.

Learning this weave was a blast. I don’t think I’m meant to be a bead weaver (could be wrong) but I’d love to learn more weaving techniques. I have some ideas that involve combining weaving with wire. Just not sure how to do what I want to yet and haven’t had the time to explore. Learning more about weaving is on my list!

Beadlush is quite the  happening bead shop. They donate their class space for CAJA’s meetups. I’d been there for a previous meetup and have taken an excellent soldering class with them. Of course, they sell all sorts of beads and supplies but the coolest part of the shop is it’s lovely staff. They are knowlegeable, creative, helpful and so nice. I learn something everytime I walk in.

Beadlush is also part of the Plaza Central Art Crawl this weekend. If you’re in the area, you might want to swing by Friday night. Here’s the blurb on it from their site:

“We are very excited about our upcoming art party. Join us March 28th from 7 to 11 as the merchants of plaza midwood bring the streets alive with music, art and entertainment! Beadlush Will Have DJ Calvin (formally of Pteridactyl fame) Spinning tunes on the front lawn and artists Desiree Petty and John Norris will be doing a collaboration piece right in front of your eyes. Arun’s trunk will be on view throughout the night as well so if you want to see the best in gemstones and learn a thing or two as well, please join us.”