After a one year (more or less) absence from Etsy, I decided to start creating new things to put in the store again. Taking a queue from my repeat sales, I decided to stick with the Hawaii theme and branch into more whole shells and "natural" components. Most shells are actually imported from the Philippines or SE Asian countries. Here's an example:
Another unique item I've taken a shine to are Indonesian recycled glass beads. They closely resemble sea glass, thanks to the hand cut roughness and matte, tumbled surfaces. However, it's a lot easier to come by and since the shapes are a little more regular than sea glass, I can use these to make repeating patterns.
I also stocked up on silver wire, upgraded the beading wire I've been using, and got a number of odds and ends types of findings to finish pieces that have been living in my head for these past months. All of these things are good for my sanity and could be good for you too. :)
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