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5623 Summitview, Suite A Yakima, Washington 98908 (509) 966-2273
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Artists' Jewelry
I have loved to bead for many years, working with many different styles and techniques, and doing whatever suites my fancy at the moment. Owning Bead & Body has become a big adventure (and sometimes scary one!), but what other job do you get to play with beads all day long, and then go to really fun shows on the weekend and play with more beads! Hope to see you all soon!
See Janine's classes! See more of Janine's Jewelry!
I began beading about 15 years ago and needless to say I have found my passion! It is what keeps me sane. I love creating one of a kind pieces for old friends and new. I have designed and sold jewelry over the last 5 years under the business name of “My Hidden Treasures” and I have been proud to display my creations in shops in Issaquah, Washington, Beverly Hills, California and currently “exclusively” in Bead & Body of Yakima, Washington. Please contact me if you would like me to design something special for you! I consider myself fortunate to call Janine Kingsley a friend. Having joined her on many buying trips I know the care she takes and excitement she experiences when finding unique, one of a kind items she can provide for her customers in her lovely and inviting specialty bead store!
Shirley Sackmann…aka "The Knaughty Knitter"
I have lived in the Yakima Valley since 1982. I started knitting many, many years ago, and love to knit all sorts of things, from infants to adults. I enjoy a challenge; patterns and colors make knitting fun. I have decided to share some of my favorite things with the community.
See more of Shirley's Artwork!
I have been an "artist" since age 4. I now, proudly, call myself an Artist. I work with metal, textiles and beads. Each piece is one of a kind and has an organic quality. My works starts internally, and I am always amused and amazed when the piece is finished. I will spend thought and time envisioning how each component relates to the whole. Then, in an instant the finished piece immerges before my eyes. I have exhibited in Norhtwest galleries and have received numerous awards. I have enjoyed designing and producing the pieces currently on display at THE MUSEUM OF GLASS gift shop in Tacoma, Washington and of course Bead & Body! See Lucy's classes! See more of Lucy's Artwork!
“Glass artist” is just one of the many things I get to play at these days – and my favorite, second only to playing Mom to my amazing three children. When I am not creating something new I am in school working toward my teaching degree. In many ways I have been designing and creating things pretty much my whole life. My love of jewelry and glass started at an early age when my grandmother would let me explore the treasures in her jewelry box. She also taught me to appreciate the uniqueness of glass by sharing her love of antique bottles with me. Challenges fuel my creativity. The thought process during the design and construction of a new piece can be my last thought at the end of the day, wake me from a night’s sound sleep or drive me through a difficult morning workout. Each day I try to create something that pushes the limits of the glass but retains functionality. There are beads that are made to be worn and then there are beads that are made to be adored. I like my beads to be both! They must be unique, stylish and a true representation of my artistic expression.
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