Voting for the November EBW Challenge

I'll be honest: I have been torn about promoting this challenge and future EBW challenges all month. I have a very minor leadership role on the team and get to participate in the discussions about moderating entries. Lately this has nearly set me over the edge. I don't know if people get some sort of power trip out of denying entries in a beading contest through Etsy or criticizing people who did win whose entries "stretched" the theme, but I sure don't. Most people on the team don't even participate in the voting process, let alone promoting the challenge for the sake of the team. I'm hanging in there for the remainder of 2012, but I think that my patience will be gone by 2013. This saddens me because the team has been a huge asset for my beadwork since I got serious about my beading in 2008, and there are a lot of talented people there. But I think that my priorities are better spent elsewhere.

With that being said, there are still many gorgeous entries for the November theme, Circles and Squares. With all of the drama going on this month and the crazy limitations that got set within this theme, I wasn't very inspired to create anything myself even though I'm a huge fan of geometric shapes.

Voting takes place on the EBW blog through November 15. Please check out all of the entries and vote for your favorite. If you can't see the clickable mosaic, click here.

Here are just a few of my favorite pieces for this challenge.

Retro chunky rainbow geometric bead embroidered statement bracelet by MoonsafariBeads

Cowboy Geometry Necklace by thistledew4u

Circles and Squares Geometric Modern Beaded Bracelet in Red White and Black by MegansBeadedDesigns

Voting for the October EBW Challenge

Voting is up and running for the October EBW Challenge Misty Winter's Dawn!  Voting takes place on the EBW blog through October 15.

I got an entry into the challenge this time.

The challenge for myself with this piece is that I created it entirely from my current bead inventory. I didn't purchase anything new to make this piece. I started with gray cube beads and built from there to include touches of yellow, blue, and cream. I hadn't worked up this design in quite a while and am very happy with the result.

This piece is available for purchase right here. If you're a beader who would like to make this pattern yourself, it is also available over here.

As always, there are so many stunning entries. Here are just a few of my favorites. Please make sure to check out all of the entries and vote for your favorite.

Green Moss Bead Embroidered Necklace EBWC by ConniqueJewelry

Misty Winter's Dawn EBWC by SashaSi

EBWC Misty Morning Walk Bead Embroidered Cuff OOAK, "Misty Winter's Dawn" challenge by AngelqueCreations

 

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Voting for the September EBW Challenge

Voting is up and running for the September EBW Challenge A Lunar Obsession!  Voting takes place on the EBW blog through September 15.  If you can't see all of the entries, head over here.  The mosaic is clickable.  Please check out all of the entries and vote for your favorite.

I've been focusing on a lot of different projects this past month, and participating in this challenge didn't even make my radar. It wasn't for a lack of inspiration or anything because this is an awesome theme. I'm hoping to get back in the game and participate in at least one or two more in 2012. For now, here are some of my favorite lunar entries. As always, there are so many stunning pieces.

BLUE MOON, You saw me standing alone, Without a dream in my heart, Without a love of my own.... by ArtMasquerading

Bella Luna Lyric Cuff by thistledew4u

Princess Luna Necklace EBWC by jess2bead

Eclipse Bracelet and Ring EBWC by DebgerDesigns

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voting for the August EBW challenge

Voting is up and running for the August EBW Challenge Hot Hot Hot!  Voting takes place on the EBW blog through August 15.  If you can't see all of the entries, head over here.  The mosaic is clickable.  Please check out all of the entries and vote for your favorite.

Some of you may remember that the July Challenge was Tangerine Tango.  I participated with this bright orange bangle.  It was amazing to create this vivid piece, but I wasn't feeling inspired to work with this palette again so shortly.  This is the first challenge I've skipped in months, and it's a little surreal, but I'll be back to participate in another challenge this year I'm sure.

Of course there are still lots of amazing entries for Hot Hot Hot.  If they won't inspire you for the end of summer, I don't know what will.  Here are just a few of my favorites.

Hot Hot Hot - EBWC August 2012 Challenge by zviagil

One Coot HOT Peacock Bead Embroidery Bracelet EBWC Reserved for CAT by 4uidzne

Hot herringbone necklace - transformer with red art-glass bead by Svetush

Hanging Chili Peppers Necklace - EBWC - Real HOT August 2012 Midwest Drought by ArtMasquerading

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voting for the July EBW challenge

Voting is up and running for the July EBW Challenge Tangerine Tango!  Voting takes place on the EBW blog through July 15.  If you can't see all of the entries, head over here.  We do have a clickable mosaic again.  Please check out all of the entries and vote for your favorite.

Here is my entry for this challenge.

It is still available for sale.  If you missed my original post about this piece and want to learn more about it, check it out here.

Before I get to my favorite picks for the tangerine tango, I have to give a big thank you to everyone who cast a vote for me for last month's mystery challenge!  I broke the top 10 list for the most votes with this piece.  I got that honor because of many of you.  Thank you!

As always, there are a lot of great entries for this challenge.  You know how much I love color.  It's been a lot of fun to see all of the vivid tangerine pieces.  Here are just a few of my favorites.

Rivoli Crystal Beadwoven Necklace Orange Tangerine Tango Unique Beaded Beadwork Beadweaving Jewelry by SpringColors

Tangerine Spice Bead Embroidered Cuff Bracelet by beadsandblooms

Tangerine Zest Crystal Bracelet EBWC by beadn4fun

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voting for the June EBW challenge

Voting is up and running for the June EBW Challenge Mystery!  Voting takes place on the EBW blog through June 15.  If you can't see all of the entries, head over here.  We do have a clickable mosaic again.

Here is my entry for this challenge.

It is still available for sale.  If you missed my original post about this piece and want to learn more about it, check it out here.

As always, there are a lot of beautiful, creative entries for this challenge.  Here are just a few of my favorites.  Usually I try to mix up my features with different types of jewelry, but I was really drawn to the cuffs this time.

Mysterious Maze Bracelet in Black and White Seed Beads by SierraBeader

Green Embroidered Mandala Bracelet by SpiralDesignJewelry

Eye Witness by MegansBeadedDesigns

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voting for the May EBW Challenge

Voting for the May EBW Challenge Nautical Inspired is up and running!  You can vote on the blog today through May 15.  Voting is on the right side of the page.  You'll have to scroll down a little bit to see all of the entries.  We do have a clickable mosaic again!  If you have problems with the main page, click here.  Check out all of the entries and vote for your favorite.

Here's my entry.

It's still available for sale here.  If you missed the blog post about it last month, read more about it right here.

As always, there are lots of stunning entries in this challenge.  Here are just a few of my favorites.

How sweet is this design?  This is so whimsical.
Sailing summer seas peyote stitched pendant for May EBW by BoonieBeads

Even though computer programs make the task much simpler, I'm still in awe at the intricate beadwoven cuff designs that people create.
Nautical Beadwoven Cuff Bracelet... EBWC May Challenge... EBW Team... Shells... Starfish... Seahorse... Blue by MaryTDesigns

This is perfect for anyone who loves maps and/or compasses.
Antique map adventure necklace by BeadCatcher

I really want to attempt bezeled rivolis sometime.  They are so beautiful!
Portholes Nautical Beadwoven Bracelet by SallyGoRoundTheMoon

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voting for April EBW Challenge

Voting for the April EBW Challenge Seed Beads Only is up and running!  You can vote on the blog today through April 15.  Voting is on the right side of the page.  You'll have to scroll down a little bit to see all of the entries.  If you have problems with the main page, click here.  Check out all of the entries and vote for your favorite.

Here's my entry.

It's still available for sale here.  If you missed the blog post about it last month, read more about it right here.

As always, there are lots of stunning entries in this challenge.  Here are just a few of my favorites.

This is such an original design.
EBWC April Challenge Bow Bracelet by Fandefanfan

I love the fringe work here.  I need to try making a herringbone rope with Czech class beads like this one sometime.
Spring Bouquet Beadwoven Necklace...EBWC April 2012 Challenge...EBW Team by MaryTDesigns

This has been one of my favorites since the beginning of this challenge.  It reminds me of an Impressionism painting.
Wildflowers in the Sage Seed Bead Bracelet by SierraBeader

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voting for the March EBW Challenge

Once again, it's time to vote for the next EBW Challenge.  The March theme is Destinations.  Here's my piece.  if you missed the post about it before, click here.

It's still available in my Etsy shop right here.

Voting takes place on the EBW blog through March 15. Check out all of the entries and vote for your favorite on the right hand side the page.  If you can't see the post with all of the entries, click here.

As always, there are many stunning entries.  Here are just a few of my favorites.

I'm sure it's not a surprise why I was immediately drawn to this piece.

Southwestern Turquoise EBWC Destinations Beadweave Necklace by Jewelrybyjane29

The focal here is stunning and the colors paired with it coordinate perfectly.

Northern Exposure - EBWC March 2012 "Destinations" Bead Woven Embroidery Necklace Blue White by DealanDeDesigns

Usually I try to mix up the featured items for these challenge posts, but I was really drawn to all necklaces this time.  The green/gold combination here is stunning.

Emerald Isle Necklace - EBWC Destination Challenge by HauteIceBeadwork

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voting for the February EBW Challenge Nest

There is no EBW Challenge in January.  It feels like it's been a lot longer than two months since the last challenge.  The February EBW Challenge Nest (read more about it here) is up and running.  You can vote on the blog today through February 15.  Voting takes place on the right hand side of the blog.  If you can't see the clickable mosaic near the top of the blog, head over here. Please check out all of the entries and vote for your favorite.

This is my entry.  If you missed my post about it, you can still check it out.

This piece is still for sale.  I have not made any more nests yet, but I would still like to add them to my charm line at some point.

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NEST Beadwoven Bracelet in Purple and Green with Black Ribbon EBWC February Challenge Entry by MegansBeadedDesigns

Cocoon - Beadwoven Bracelet EBWC Nest Purple Black Grey by BlissWorksStudio

Cute Bracelet in Yellow, White, and Black Geometric Beadwork: "Honeycomb" by AsteropeBC

Even if you haven't participated in an official challenge (i.e. a team challenge), what have you been working on lately that has challenged you?

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voting for the November EBW Challenge

Yes, once again, it's time to vote for your favorite entry in the new EBW Challenge.  To recap, the November challenge theme is Twisted.  This is my entry.  For those who missed my update on this piece, I did alter it after I originally listed it so the charm is now detachable.  You can wear this piece as a bracelet OR a necklace with OR without the charm.  I will continue to include this detachable charm feature for all pieces in this new herringbone line.

It is available for sale here.  Voting is on the EBW blog.  Check out all of the entries and then head over to the poll on the right side of the page to vote for your favorite.  If you can't see the clickable mosaic with all of the entries, click here.

As always, there are so many amazing entries.  Here are just a few of my favorites.

Of course I love the leaf detail.  The color combination is stunning, too.
Hibiscus - Bead Embroidered Necklace with Laurel Burch Cloisonne Tile by Annahatvani

I love how changing the color palette and a few details can completely transform a design.
November EBWC study on ropes twisted crochet and Russian necklaces by beadshead

This is so unique!
Sun & Clouds Necklace by BohoDame