The stacked bangle bracelet at the top of this post has been sitting in my to-do pile for a while now, so I grabbed it on the way out the door. I also tucked some 4mm SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, 24-gauge Artistic Wire and a pair of nail clippers in my bag. I usually treasure my reading time while flying, but I really want to wear this statement piece later today so I'm going to spend the flight wire-wrapping my little fingers off! I'll post a picture when I'm finished.
I get a lot of questions about beading while traveling. It makes sense because part of the reason I love beading is because it's so portable. My advice to you is: plan your project before you go so you can bring everything you'll need to finish it (or mostly finish it). I almost always end up wishing I'd brought one more thing with me, but it really helps to have a plan. Travel light: beads in resealable baggies or spill-proof containers, stringing materials, minimal tools. I could really use a pair of pliers for this project, but I decided to go without to avoid possible delays at security. Beadwork projects are also excellent for traveling because all you need are seeds, thread and clippers.
2 comments:
Have a safe and fabulous trip! I so wish that I could watch JTV while you are on, but alas, I will be at work. I will try to TiVo it though! I am excited to see the finalists in the contest (because I am one! Such an honor!). Enjoy the day, Miss Katie!
Erin
hope you have a productive flight! i used to be afraid to bring pliers too, but now i carry one of the miniature sets. i couldn't believe it when i read the TSA rules and realized small pliers were allowed--i thought they had outlawed everything :)
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