Nellie Mae Glass Beads

Blog on the move

2008-08-02T19:44:00.002+10:00

I've decided to move the blog.. ! See it here

Pop on over to the new blog, and lets see how it goes at a new location...

Re-Vamp

2008-08-02T11:20:00.003+10:00

I'm making an effort to kick start my blog.. so changing the look was the first order of business.. ! Let's see if I can actually update this on a regular basis...
Aside from that, I've been experimenting with borosilicate glass... one tough cookie! But there have been some successes that I'm rather pleased with. I'll be back on the torch this afternoon trying out some new colour ideas.. wish me luck!

Bracelet fun & design

2008-05-16T21:36:00.001+10:00

Island Blues Bracelet
Originally uploaded by nelliemae

I've been having some fun playing with different bracelet designs recently.. and I think this one is my favourite.. it's always good to play with different colours and shapes & come up with something new, and this is the true genius of this style of jewellery.. when you're bored with it, take it apart and make something new! I came up with four different looks in half an hour (check my Flickr pages to see the rest!) .. Very cool!

New Beads Coming...

2008-04-16T10:11:00.002+10:00

Well I have lots of new beads to list, but unfortunately the weather isn't co-operating with sunlight to take photos.... we have overcast conditions forcast for the whole week, and without nice bright daylight, I can't get a good pic. So, I wait... There will be new beads up as soon as some sun peeks through!

Nigella Book Signing

2008-04-09T09:29:00.001+10:00

Nigella signing my book
Originally uploaded by nelliemae

Some of you might not know this, but Nigella is my hero, I abolutely love her! So, when I heard she was going to be in Sydney for a book signing, I was THERE!! ... along with a few hundred others of course.. ! Now this woman looks absolutely incredible ... not a line on her face, must be all that good food! My resolution this week is to try some of the recipies from the book, lots of yummy food to try... and not have the book sit on the shelf ..

Hopeless I tell you!

2008-03-30T09:00:00.000+11:00

Ok, so my new year's resolution of keeping the blog updated has failed dismally... I admit I'm completely hopeless at updating it... Somehow though I don't think people want to read about the boring details of my daily life, especially when all I do is work! But having said that, if that's what you want to read about, by all means let me know... (you know, I really doubt that you're into reading that!)

Biagi!

2008-01-20T19:34:00.001+11:00

Biagi-Bracelet-lg
Originally uploaded by nelliemae

Well after many, many requests, I now have Biagi sterling logo bracelets available ! I will carry three sizes to start with.. and if you need a particular size, be sure to let me know and I'll gladly order it in for you..
just follow the link, www.nelliemae.com.au for ordering details.
Lots of new bracelet beads have been listed on ebay with more to come tomorrow also.

Hope you all have a great start to the week!

More Beads Today!

2008-01-16T10:05:00.001+11:00

Beads-Abstract
Originally uploaded by nelliemae

They're on their way... I'm listing a new batch this morning... I have a few new designs & colours too!

Want Beads??

2008-01-14T18:48:00.000+11:00

Attention all you bead addicts out there... (yes, you know who you are!) There will be a new batch of bracelet beads listed tomorrow.. I am expecting a visitor right when I normaly list, but will try to put some up before she arrives, and the rest later. So expect to see a few around 9.30 to 10am Sydney time, and the rest after about 12 (I think!)
Thanks everyone, and enjoy!

Welcome to the New Year!

2008-01-09T12:13:00.001+11:00

Kitten 1
Originally uploaded by nelliemae

This is our new kitten... I'm still trying to decide on a name... she's just so adorable! As for beads, the bracelet beads are going mad on Ebay at the moment, and I'll have some more listed tomorrow.. (I've had lots of people email & ask, so I thought a general announcement might be the way to go! )

Hope everyone has had a great start to the year... my first resolution will be to keep this blog updated on a more regular basis.. !

Happy New Year!

2008-01-01T00:37:00.001+11:00

Happy New Year!
Originally uploaded by O6scura

Wishing everyone a happy new year.... Here's hoping that 2008 brings good things, lots of joy & happiness to everyone out there! Enjoy!

Merry Christmas Everyone!

2007-12-21T23:50:00.001+11:00

Sugar plum dining room
Originally uploaded by twinkle twinkle shabby star

Hope you all have a fabulous Christmas and safe New Year... I'm still here working a little over the break so there will still be new beads on offer in next couple of weeks... Enjoy this special time of the year, and thanks to all of you for your support during 2007... Here's to a wonderful 2008!

It's almost Christmas

2007-11-23T09:05:00.001+11:00

because my brain isn't right...
Originally uploaded by nurseynicole

I've been really slack about updating the blog lately, but that's because I've been incredibly busy with the lead up until Christmas... Lots going on behind the scenes, and plenty of pre-chrissy BBQ's and get togethers... With summer just about here, it's been hot and perfect weather for outdoor evenings with friends. Hope your Christmas preparations are coming along well... it will be here before you know it!

Sunny Saturday

2007-10-20T15:12:00.001+10:00

Today it's my brother's birthday, so we all headed down to the fish markets for some fresh seafood by the harbour... Summer is coming fast, and I think it's time to enjoy the outdoors finally!

An Afternoon with Max

2007-10-13T17:54:00.001+10:00

At Max Brenner
Originally uploaded by nelliemae

An afternoon off was badly needed, so we decided to indulge in some retail & chocolate therapy... We headed off to the chocolate restaurant, Max Brenner (for absolutely everything chocolate) and left with chocolate overload! .. Yum..!

Bracelet Beads are Moving!

2007-10-06T09:50:00.001+10:00

Gold-Beads
Originally uploaded by nelliemae

Well the bracelet beads have been such a great hit.. and I've decided to move them to their own dedicated website... here... Over the next week or so, I will stock the site... I will still have a few offereings at Ebay, but you'll find most of the beads on the new site. I think it will make it easier to have them all in the one place!

Fresh Batch!

2007-09-26T09:25:00.001+10:00

Rainbow of beads
Originally uploaded by nelliemae

Todays fresh batch of bracelet beads, ready for new homes! Check my Etsy & Ebay stores to grab the one's you want... plus there are more not in the pic..!

Can you tell I'm obsessed?

2007-09-23T11:25:00.001+10:00

Troll Bracelet
Originally uploaded by nelliemae

I can't help myself... I LOVE Troll bracelets!! And so do you guys, the bracelet beads in my Etsy shop are quite a hit... so here is some more eye candy for 'ya....

Todays Bracelet!

2007-09-18T17:20:00.001+10:00

Black Blue Gold Troll Bracelet
Originally uploaded by nelliemae

I wanted to show you guys how a Troll bracelet looks when filled with beads & silver... Mix & match colours for something interesting and different..Tomorrow, I will put together a new combination of beads to suit whatever I'm wearing... I swear, this is so much fun!

Troll Beads

2007-09-13T12:26:00.000+10:00

I'm completely hooked on Troll beads & bracelets right now... I love the versatility and variety you can have with just one bracelet. If you haven't seen them, take a look...here ... I've started to make silver cored beads to fit these bracelets.. they're a heap of fun! I've listed some today, and hope to make them a regular offering... How many of you out there have one of these bracelets? I'd love to hear from you..

Studio Cleanout

2007-08-29T11:01:00.001+10:00

Well it's time to clean out the studio again, and I've listed a great set of 91 beads.. Lots of small sets and plenty of colours to add to your bead stash.. They're up on ebay now!

Colour is the word...

2007-08-16T10:37:00.000+10:00

Colour is the word of the day... I've pulled just about every colour of glass I have and put them into two fun & bright sets today... I think I have a thing for red at the moment...

Katie...

2007-07-28T13:37:00.000+10:00

I wanted to share with you my new favourite song... by Australian singer Katie Noonan... I'm counting the days till her debut album is released...Hope you enjoy it as much as I am!

Crab Anyone?

2007-07-25T10:30:00.000+10:00

I thought I'd share with you a picture of the new addition to my aquarium... a freshwater crab... investigating one of the beads I dropped into the tank recently... Cute isn't it? There is something very soothing & serene about watching fish swim around and around their watery world... don't you think?

Etsy?

2007-07-20T10:39:00.000+10:00

I joined Etsy an age ago, but never seemed to get around to selling there... so today I thought I'd change that and give it a go. I've put a few small sets up to see how it goes.. so if you're remotely interested, here's a link... Etsy shop... Have a great end to the week!

Bead Monday...

2007-07-16T14:36:00.000+10:00

New beads today... I've been on a roll lately, trying new colour combo's... stretching myself a little to try out some new things...
They're up on Ebay now.. there is a link on the right.
Have a great day!

Bead Beautiful

2007-07-11T11:35:00.000+10:00

I came across a blog today with the most divine pics of beaded jewellery... wow! I can't understand a word of it being French, but the pictures speak for themselves.. check it out.. De Perle

My Confession

2007-06-24T12:37:00.000+10:00

I'm totally obsessed with Flikr right now.... it sucks you in, really! There are so many amazing photographs, once you start, you're lost forever.. If you haven't taken a look around, I highly recommend it, but beware because once you start... !

Calling all Pink Lovers..!

2007-06-16T11:05:00.001+10:00

Our Pink Gingerbread House
Originally uploaded by Treasured Heirlooms

I was recently invited to join a group on Flikr called Pinkalicious... naturally I had to join, some of the pics are just so lovely, who could resist?? Talk about gorgeous, this is the most amazing little house I've ever seen.. And if you love flowers, then this group is for you.. !

After The Rain...

2007-06-10T11:44:00.000+10:00

Wow... what a week here in Sydney! We've had storms, floods, wind, you name it! So todays set of beads are named for the week that was... I'm really quite pleased with these, lots of detail and interesting colour combo...

Bead Sunday

2007-06-03T09:41:00.000+10:00

New beads on the way today... check back shortly.. !
My Himalayan cat, Mojo, is the sweetest thing you'll ever meet.. I mean this cat is so placid & adoring.. not like any other cat I've ever encountered. Any of you guys have Himalayans? Are yours like this too?

Let it Snow!

2007-05-22T13:29:00.000+10:00

Well today we have had our first snow falls of the season.. and the icy winds we are having today prove it! Winter has finally arrived..

New Beads, New Beads!

2007-05-11T18:14:00.000+10:00

Lots of new beads being posted on Ebay in the next few days... four went up today..more tomorrow..!

Winter Warmers

2007-04-28T15:31:00.000+10:00

Here in Australia, it is fast heading into winter.. today especially there is a chill in the air... After such a long hot summer it is a relief! Being a die hard quilter, I've finally pulled out a project that has been in the works for some time.. I like how portable this is to do... easy to pick up & put down.. so I'm making a determined effort to get this finished before it's too cold, so I have a new quilt for the bed!

New Beads!!

2007-04-23T14:49:00.000+10:00

Arrgghh! I'm terrible at regular updates...! But I'm keeping the "New On Ebay Today" link on the right updated for you... New beads today!

Jewellery Anyone?

2007-04-02T11:25:00.000+10:00

I love to make small pieces of jewellery & this is one of my new pieces... I really like the colour of these beads.. simple yet pretty..If you're interested in seeing what else I've been making.. click here..

I love Surprises!

2007-03-29T00:05:00.000+10:00

I received my fabric parcel from Lara Cameron today... and it's totally GORGEOUS! I can't wait for her next print run... A little birdie tells me there might be another colour available also... Can't wait!

Glass

2007-03-21T13:55:00.000+11:00

I thought I'd share with you all a picture of the glass that litters my workbench... The array of colours is incredible, and often bead designs are borne by simply picking up random colours and twists and enjoying the experimentation process.. Such fun!

Slideshow

2007-03-15T16:16:00.000+11:00