Is it spring yet?

The weather hasn't exactly felt like spring lately on the east coast of Canada. 

New Brunswick really hasn’t been making it easy to soak up any golden rays lately! Grey skies and constant rain can feel like an energy drain, especially when creativity thrives on warmth and light. 

Being a tech admin during the work week, I always hope for sun on the weekends and lately have had my hopes dashed.

I haven't had many opportunities to spend time in the studio over the past 8 weeks with my day-time role capturing my waking hours and my creativity has been replaced with sleep and rest.

Being immune compromised, I rely on balancing my energy with rest with spoon theory.

Spoon Theory is a way to explain the energy limitations faced by people living with chronic illness. It uses "spoons" as a unit of measurement for energy, with each activity in life requiring a certain number of spoons.

It’s a great way to frame energy management when health demands extra mindfulness. Prioritizing rest is just as valuable as creating, and it is a thoughtful method for pacing yourself.

Even with the limited studio time, I am still bringing new bead sets to life! 

I hope my Pendragonfyre family will enjoy seeing what I have been able to craft during these fleeting moments in the studio. 

I share these in this post with you and these will pop up on Etsy tomorrow.

Created with rare Bullseye Special Production glass named Raspberry Cream, these round beads have striations of dark raspberry pink and streams of creamy white. 

This glass is no longer in production and my stash is getting smaller each time I pull a rod.

A spring floral inspired glass frit bead set! 

Starting on a base of Bullseye Dense White, a sprinkling of Glass Diversions Spring Violet glass frit was melted into each bead. 

A couple of medium purple spacers complete the set.

In case you needed extra small spacers, this set of CiM Creation Is Messy Poi purple opaque would be great in earrings!

A few new Big Hole Bead mini sets using 99% fine silver leaf and Glass Diversions Praline glass frit. These unlined beads will fit the popular "P" style jewelry.

First up, on a base of CiM Creation Is Messy Osage Wood wrapped in silver leaf and Praline frit. The spacers are the caramel colored Osage Wood.

Next up, on a base of Bullseye Carnelian with same combination of silver leaf and glass frit. Spacers are dark carnelian glass that seemed to strike dark in the kiln.

I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend and I look forward to sharing more bead sets in future blog posts this month! 

Smiles, Darlene 

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#cimglass 

#nortel 

#glassdiversions  

@creationismessy 

@nortel_glassgirl

Pink Lemongrass - Elegance for Spring 2025!

Soft, elegant, and full of delicate charm, this set of  beads is a true testament to beautiful lampwork glass.

The rounded cube glass beads showcase a mesmerizing mosaic of warm peach, pink, and golden hues, reminiscent of blooming spring flowers or a painter’s brushstrokes on a canvas.

Subtle hints of green and white add depth, creating a nature-inspired palette that feels organic yet refined. Small, faceted crystal accents between the beads catch the light, adding a gentle sparkle that enhances the bracelet’s elegance. 

Whether these beads are worn in a statement accessory or paired with other jewelry components, these beads are a celebration of craftsmanship and timeless style.

#pendragonfyre 

#handmade

#handmadeincanada 

#lampworkglass 

#maker 

#lampworkbeads 

#glassbeads 

#lampwork 

#lampworker 

#beadmaker 

#softglass 

#handmadebeads 

#sodalime 

#craftsperson 

#creationismessyglass

@glassdiversionsfrit

@nortelglassgirl

Spring 2025 - Fresh Green Herbal - French Tarragon!

Welcome to Spring 2025!

This fresh spring set of beads feature a vibrant green transparent glass with intricate patterns.

The larger beads in the center have a speckled design with hints of blue and yellow, giving them a textured and organic appearance. 

The base glass is Effetre 071 Pale Yellow Emerald Green on which Glass Diversions French Tarragon glass frit was sprinkled.

The beads gradually decrease in size toward the clear spacer bead endcreating a gentle curve. The translucent quality of the beads and the way they reflect light conveys  an elegant, nature-inspired spring aesthetic.

Nortel Glass in Toronto is my glass supplier in Canada with quick shipping and many colors in stock and ready to ship to you.

#pendragonfyre 
#handmade
#handmadeincanada 
#lampworkglass 
#maker 
#lampworkbeads 
#glassbeads 
#lampwork 
#lampworker 
#beadmaker 
#softglass 
#handmadebeads 
#sodalime 
#craftsperson 
#creationismessyglass
@glassdiversionsfrit
@nortelglassgirl

Green Tea and Kismet

This set of  lampwork round beads was created on a base of Italian Effetre glass named Green Tea, a light green pastel glass that I find has an aqua undertone.

Each bead was sprinkled with Glass Diversions Kismet glass frit blend.
This frit is a dramatic and fun blend with a burst of colors including aqua, amethyst, rose & several different greens. 

I created twists in each bead to swirl and enhance the color streams and I am very happy with the end result.

Nortel Glass in Toronto is my Effetre supplier in Canada with quick shipping and most colors in stock and ready to ship to you.

#etsylove 
#etsyshop 
#madeinCanada 
#handmadejewelrydesigns 
#2024 
#pendragonfyre 
#handmade 
#handmadeincanada 
#lampworkglass 
#maker  
#lampworkbeads 
#glassbeads 
#lampwork 
#lampworker 
#beadmaker 
#softglass 
#handmadebeads 
#sodalime 
#craftsperson 
#madewitheffetremurano
@nortelglassgirl

Trying out Glass Diversions Japanese Maple Glass Frit

This set of handmade lampwork round beads was created on a base of Italian Effetre glass named Uranium Yellow ,a yellow green pastel opaque.

Each bead was sprinkled with Glass Diversions Japanese Maple glass frit. 

This frit blend has subtle shades of green, mauve, plum & peach!

#etsylove 
#etsyshop 
#madeinCanada 
#handmadejewelrydesigns 
#2024 
#pendragonfyre 
#handmade 
#handmadeincanada 
#lampworkglass 
#maker  
#lampworkbeads 
#glassbeads 
#lampwork 
#lampworker 
#beadmaker 
#softglass 
#handmadebeads 
#sodalime 
#craftsperson 

#madewitheffetremurano

@nortelglassgirl

Blue Sky and Wild Mulberries

This set of handmade lampwork was created on a base of CiM - Creation Is Messy sky blue named Fremen.

Each lentil bead was sprinkled with Glass Diversions Wild Mulberry glass frit. 

This frit has fun shades of blue, pink, mauve, orange & green colors.

The spacer beads are CiM Fremen.

These would be lovely in a summer necklace!

Fremen is showing as in stock current at Nortel. 
Reach out to them for your glassy needs!

https://pendragonfyre.etsy.com/listing/1738928784

#etsylove 
#etsyshop 
#madeinCanada 
#handmadejewelrydesigns 
#2024 
#pendragonfyre 
#handmade 
#handmadeincanada 
#lampworkglass 
#maker  
#lampworkbeads 
#glassbeads 
#lampwork 
#lampworker 
#beadmaker 
#softglass 
#handmadebeads 
 #sodalime 
#craftsperson 
#cimfremen
#nortel
@nortelglassgirl

Blue Beach Oasis

This bead set was created on a base layer of Effetre purple opaque encased with Effetre clear transparent glass. 

A sprinkle of Glass Diversions Oasis frit created a nice balance of soft and serene colors with a beachy feel to it.

https://pendragonfyre.etsy.com/listing/1733415797

#effetreglass
#glassdiversionsfrit
#nortel
#lampworkglass
#lampworkbead
#glassbead
#softglass
#sodalime
#craftsperson
#handmadebeads
#maker
@nortel_glassgirl 
@glassdiversionsfrit

New Love Sonnet Sets on Etsy

New post I enjoy creating layered beads. This style I have called Love Sonnet as they create a romantic look and feel with the multi-layers of glass and colored frit.

I tumble etch each set for a tactile matte finish.

Set #1 was created with a core of Vetrofond Dark Sky Blue opaque layered with Effetre clear glass on which Val Cox Songbird frit was sprinkled and melted to a smooth finish.

The spacers are Vetrofond Dark Sky Blue.

Set #2 was created with a core of CiM - Creation Is Messy Rapunzel, a light lavender pink layered with Effetre clear glass on which Glass Diversions Himalayan Rose frit was sprinkled and melted to a smooth finish.

The spacers are CiM Rapunzel.

This last set also used a core of Vetrofond glass. In this case it is a core of Vetrofond Violet opaque layered with Effetre clear glass on which Glass Diversions Vineyard Vines was sprinkled and melted to a smooth finish.

The spacers are Vetrofond Violet. 

#effetremurano 

#cimglass

#cimrapunzel

#vetrofond 

#lovesonnet 

#nortel 

#pendragonfyre 

#handmade 

#handmadeincanada 

@creationismessy

@nortel_glassgirl