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Letter From the Editor
It's interesting to watch as new beads come into the beading world, where the trends take them and how artists include them into their pieces. But nevertheless, there is always a place for the staples. So, in this newsletter, I've included an article on the new Tila beads as well as a refresher on the good old staples -- seed beads. I've also put together a quick and pretty bracelet that's perfect for summer.
In upcoming newsletters, I'll be sharing what I saw and learned at the most recent Bead & Button Show in Milwaukee. I think you're really going to like what I have in store for you!
Erica Visocky
Editor, Simply Beads newsletter
Born to a family of crafters, woodworkers, photographers, artists, bakers and hobbyists, Erica Visocky grew up with her fingers in many crafts. As a youth, Erica excelled in the arts, earning several design awards in journalism.
Erica began beading when she found a kit at a local craft festival. Unhappy with its simple outcome, she took it to a local bead store to learn how to improve the design. Since that first design, Erica has created many original pieces. Her favorite techniques are right-angle weave, silk knotting and netting.
While mostly self-taught, Erica's natural crafting abilities opened up opportunities to teach in local schools and craft stores. She is now the product manager of the Simply Beads Kit-of-the-Month Club and editor of Simply Beads newsletter. Her crafting interests range from beading and oil painting, to baking and interior design.
Erica lives in Indiana with her husband and two young sons. They share a home with two cats and a dog. Like most young families, they have full schedules but try to find time to enjoy the passions they share: trains, the zoo, and of course, family.
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