2009 News Review

Margo-Ritaville by Margo Field


Here we are...already into February of 2009!! Can you believe it? Though I know in my mind that a second is not any shorter that it used to be, it certainly feels that it is! Yet, they continue to tick, tick, tick....just as they have in the past and will in the future. So my friends, let's not waste any time, and get right down to the task at hand.

I'm so glad you chose to stop by and check out the Beads R Us news. Thank you!! We've got lots to talk about.

February is being spent in preparation for the annual Bead Cruise. Although it is sold out for 2009, I highly recommend considering going in 2010. The cruise is very well organized, and jam packed full of awesome instructors and classes...not to mention the entire cruise experience. It's a chance to see another part of the world, with new and exciting cultures and people. Heather Powers and Beverly Herman do an outstanding job of making sure everyone is treated as royalty. Believe me, that's easy to get used to!

Also close on the horizon is another Shreveport Bead Retreat!! Yes, you read correctly. There will be two this year. Ida Williams has been so successful in hosting the retreat each year, that it has grown by leaps and bounds, and she's had to schedule a second one so everyone wanting to attend can do so. It is being held the first weekend in April, and as usual, the first weekend in August. For further information, contact Ida at http://iwilli71129.tripod.com/2ndshreveportbeadretreat/
This is something you really do not want to miss!! It's the ultimate beading experience.



Coming in May to visit us again is Margo Field. Her workshop this year is a necklace entitled Margo-Ritaville. As usual, it is elegant and glamorous!! The date is May 2-3, 2009, and it is a two day workshop. The fee is $275, and a $75.00 deposit is required and due upon signing up for the class. This will assure your spot in the class. Space is limited, so hurry, hurry, hurry!! Kits are not available from Margo, but registrants will receive a supply list.

Beads R Us has several exciting workshops scheduled for 2009. Others besides Margo include Margie Deeb, who is an expert on color, and has authored several books, and Sherry Serafini, whose medium is bead embroidery. Sherry has recently co-authored a book on the subject, and we are so lucky to have her "swing by" Beads R Us. Jeannette Cook is also returning this fall. Her workshop is TBD.

And a little glimpse into 2010 includes Marcia DeCoster, Laura McCabe,and NanC Meinhardt. So just tuck this information away in your "things I want to do" file, and tune in to the blog, call the shop,(318-442-8666) or email us for further information. (beadqueen@suddenlink.net)

I think that's about all I can come up with for now.....but that should keep us busy for a while!

Everyone take care, and we look forward to seeing you in the shop. And...always remember, we offer classes, classes, classes......all conducted at your convenience and on a one-on-one basis. Call and schedule one soon!

Thanks again for stopping by!

Kriss