Jewelry making on Blackstone & Herndon

I made that bracelet and pair of earrings. I haven't felt that accomplished in so long!
In February, I went with my friends Angelica and Stacie to Bella Bead where we took a jewelry making class.

I've always been crafty, but I had never done anything like this before. When we got there, the setup was pretty intimidating. There were wires, beads, tiny pieces and pointy tools.

I had no idea what I had gotten myself into, but I was excited to get started.
We started off making the bracelet.

We beaded, crimped, plied, squinted and squeezed.  After making the bracelet, we started on the earrings. I was more excited to make these since I wear more earrings than bracelets (they make my wrist itch). 

The top part where the loop is, used to be straight! I made that loop. It was pretty difficult, and while it didn't come out perfectly (practice makes perfect!), it turned out pretty well anyway.

While I didn't have the money to buy the tools or beads to make my own jewelry, looking around at all the beads was still fun. I loved this section the most. So many cute, green beads!

Wandering Thoughts: 

1. I still need to go back to get my earring-making tools. 

2. I'd definitely take another class.

3. New adventures with great friends is always fun.