Goethe Says. . .

"Concerning all acts of initiative (and creation) there is one elementary truth, the ignorance of which kills countless ideas and splendid plans: That the moment one definitely commits oneself, then providence moves too. All sorts of things occur that would never otherwise have occurred. A whole stream of events issues from the decision, raising in one's favor all manner of unforeseen incidents and meetings and material assistance, which no (human) could have dreamed would come his way." 

- Goethe

Necklace: Louise Notices The Butterflies On the Wall

 

 L O U I S E

 In perfect synchronicity with the other girls, as if guided by an invisible pulse of electricity, Louise curtsied - just so, as The Man entered the room. She lifted her eyes to hastily steal a glimpse of his face, quickly now, and it was only then, at that precise moment, that Louise noticed the Butterflies on the Wall. Odd. How long had they been there? Mystified, she could only think that it must be an Omen. . .

"Louise Notices The Butterflies On the Wall" is a one-of-a-kind handmade bead embroidery necklace. Made with abalone shell cabochons, faux-turquoise beads and cabs, Japanese toho beads, glass beads, tan ultrasuede backing, and the fluttering of wings...

Beaded Blood Dripping Dress by The Blonds

I love this beaded, "blood" drippy dress by The Blonds (David and Phillipe Blond). 

It was part of their Fall 2013 Horror themed collection . 

Bead Embroidery Necklace: In Progress. . .

This piece is still in progress, and is as yet unnamed. It contains abalone, imit. turquoise, moonstones, glass beads, ultrasuede backing, blood, tears, and not least of all: lots of love.

I predict that this necklace should be finished and added to the Bead And Black Lace ETSY Store by the end of the weekend.

XXX

Music to wear Bead And Black Lace to: Cocorosie - Gallows

Necklace: Marie Nicole At Midnight

 M A R I E . N I C O L E

At the exact moment that she blows out the candle, something flickers a purplish blue spark in the corner of the room. Breathlessly, Marie Nicole approaches. As she extends her hand to examine the curious item, the clock strikes midnight. . .

"Marie Nicole At Midnight" is a one-of-a-kind handmade bead embroidery Sugilite Jasper pendant necklace. Made with a Sugilite Jasper gemstone cabochon, Japanese TOHO beads with the shimmering Aurora Borealis finish, deep brown velveteen backing, and the mystery of midnight. . .

Beaders I Admire: Mana of Beadfeast

I love the way Mana of Beadfeast makes her own cabochons from existing artwork. The results are lovely. 

She seems to have quit updating her blog, and that's a shame. I admire her so.