You Don't Need Magic....: special event; monthly challenge; lampwork

It's July! Yippee!

July is one of my favorite months. Not just because it's my birthday month, but it's also in my opinion, the epitome of summer..., my garden is "lush" and in full bloom, my neighbors and I spend time drinking frozen lemonade and sharing "grilled" treats. But July is special in another way as well. It's also the beginning of all my best fine art fairs, all the way through Labor Day! I'll be in full jewelry production mode! Yippee!

Don't get me wrong...as a Lampworker, I love making beads, but what I love more??--- putting my beads into a lush-and-fabulous one of a kind work of art. It's the pushing the envelope for that "big bang", for the "atta-girl" or " you rocked that boat!" compliment that drives my creative juices. So today, instead of focusing on just beads....we're oogling beads and jewelry from the Fire Divas Etsy and Artfire Shops! And then??? Shop our beads, make it yours, and then produce your own "you rocked that boat" masterpiece!

"Ruby Berry Flame" Focal Beads by Uvanomos

"Tile Beads" by Kitty Lampwork

"Blue Bird" Pendant by Beth Knapp Tyner

"Green and White" Bead Pair by Spawn Of Flame

"Rip Tide" Organic Big Hole Beads by JulsBeads

Big Hole "Zebra Pink" Pendant by Hollys Folly Glass

"Tropical Punch" Necklace by FenG

"Roses on Turquoise" Bead by Aloha Bead

"Cherry Blossom" Necklace by Abbielyn

"Shiny Duo" Big Hole Beads by Lutrick

"Coastline" Focal by Rivers Edge Glass

"Welcome To The Jungle" set by Silver River Glass Work

"Tatoo Circus" by Right Turn Art Werks

"Kissing Ball" Pendant by Michelle Viezaga

"Spree" Pair by GiaPet

"Miditerranean" Pendant by Babs Beads and Design

Fire Divas Monthly Lampwork Challenge is ....."Fairy Tales"!

This was just too cute and I had to share...the post was originally written by Abigail one of the Divas... so I guess I'm ok lifting it since I'm a fire Diva as well! ;-) ... check it out....vote, and let us know which one is your favorite.... I voted but it was really hard to choose a favorite!

"Fairy Tales" Monthly Themed Lampwork Challenge!

It's time for another fabulous Monthly Challenge from the Fire Divas! (Last month was dedicated to raising money and donations to the Beads of Courage program that strives to put a smile on the face of very little girl and boy undergoing cancer.) The theme of this month's June challenge will be "Fairy Tales!" Below are entries from the Divas and, as I'm sure you can tell, it's going to one tough pick.

Because we so greatly value our loyal fans and customers, we would love for YOU to choose your favorite piece by voting in our special poll. After you're done voting, make sure to leave a comment and you'll be entered to win a great prize from one of the Fire Divas!

*** The poll closes on Monday, June 20th, and the winning bead and blog comment post will be announced that following Tuesday. ***

You can click on any of these photos to see a larger, detailed view of these beautiful pieces. The voting poll is located at the upper right corner of our blog page and you're more than welcome to help us spread the word about this fun event!