Our featured book this month is 1000 Glass Beads by Cathy Finegan
1000 Glass Beads with introduction by Cathy Finegan has 400 pages of awe inspiring photos of glass beads. Lampwork is an art form that will always be near and dear to my heart. Soft Flex Company got their start through the support of local bead stores and lampworkers. Mike started off making glass beads as well as recreating estate sale treasures. He took his first class from Loren Stump in the early 90's. This book has some stunning beads...beads that you could not even imagine in your wildest dreams.
From the back cover: "Examine magnificent glass bead works of art including jewelry and sculptural pieces from the top names in the field today, as well as exciting works from emerging artists. Their exquisite designs reflect the diversity and innovation of beadmaking techniques from around the world. Simultaneously fine art and functional, wearable and collectible, these glass treasures will astound you with their originality and artistry."
From the forward: "Beads have been with us for a very long time; the earliest ones, dating back some 40,000 years ago, were made of animal bones and teeth. But glass beads-born of flame and fancy-began to appear around 4,000 years ago. No too long afterward, glass beads were considered as valuable as precious stone, worn primarily by nobility. Later, they were used as currency."
Sara has been a Soft Flex Company employee for 9 years and is an active designer. Besides jewelry design, she also enjoys fashion, music, theatre and just about anything art related. Most days she is available by email or via live chat on the Soft Flex Company website for designer assistance.
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