Things I’ve learned from making hollow beads –
- Don’t panic. Even when things are wobbly and out of control and look like they’re about to fall apart just stay calm. Take deep breaths, work slowly and with love and it’ll be okay.
- When two sides start from far apart, it takes a lot of time and effort to get them to meet in the middle. At first, it looks impossible. But, when they do, it’s a wonderful thing.
- When you give something a bit of space, you allow the light in and it will shine.
- When you ignore the important parts, they cool and crack and fall to pieces. Sometimes, they can be fixed. Sometimes, they can’t.
- Even when things don’t go the way you planned, they can still turn out beautiful.
- There is no failure, just learning. So keep trying.
A Fish and a Bicycle 
Wendy, your glass work amazes me. It’s so pretty. Will you be making Witch’s balls soon?
If you do, let me know; the shop could use some and I would rather buy from localish people I know than some supplier!
Oooh, thanks for the offer, Sable!!!
Thanks! I would love to make Witch’s Balls. I think I need to take the glass blowing course in order to do that. Hmmm, an excellent “excuse”. 🙂 In the meantime, these smaller ones could be leprechaun balls? 🙂
I love your glass work too! I’m so glad you went out and gave the class a try. 🙂 ❤
Thanks! Me, too. I try to remember that whenever I am nervous about new things. It could be as awesome as glass art!!!
I love this! Reposting on our FB Wall. Also, one more to add: A solid foundation builds sturdy walls! xoxo
Thanks!! I like your addition!