From the kiln today..

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Spring Give Away!!

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Small, delicate strand of teeny tiny seed beads, small freshwater pearls and one perfect petite flameworked bead. Fastens with sterling silver lobster clasp. Measures 7" Don't you love March!? Even if you're still in the snow and feeling the cold you know it won't be long before the water is running and that sweet new green covers the ground. March calls for an ' I love Spring!!' giveaway How can you enter this great Spring giveaway?? You can enter to win this very feminine spring-y lampwork bracelet by either 1. joining me on Facebook 2. Following me on twitter ..or 3. Add me to your etsy circle Make sure you come back here and leave a comment to tell me which you did and some way of contact should you win. All of your names will be duly noted and entered into a draw and I will pull the winning name on the 17th of March..yes, St Paddy's Day. Enjoy your day all!
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Lampwork earring Giveaway!!

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One of the reasons I love Glass..

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