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The 13th Annual Tucson Best Bead Show
A Crystal Myths Show
Wednesday, February 6th through Sunday, February 10th, 2008
Kino Veteran's Memorial Community Center
2805 East Ajo Way
Tucson, Arizona 85713Wednesday, February 6th--10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Thursday, February 7th--10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday, February 8th--10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Saturday, February 9th--10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Sunday, February 10th--10:00 AM to 5:00 PMThe venders at this show are some of the most experienced and accomplished in the world, loyal to Lewis, Kathy, and Jennifer Wilson. This year, I have been allowed to move inside, to space 19. Again, this is the only venue I will be at in Tucson, so please find me! :-) This series of shows in Tucson at this time of the year have to be seen to be believed! Wear good walking shoes, drink lots of water, and prepare to pace yourself, knowing you will be seeing the best in the world!
Interweave Bead Expo
Portland, Oregon
Thursday, March 27th through Sunday, March 30th, 2008
Oregon Convention Center
777 NE MLK, Jr. Blvd.
Portland, Oregon 97232Thursday, March 27th--5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Friday, March 28th--12 Noon to 7:00 PM
Saturday, March 29th--10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Sunday, March 30th--11:00 AM to 5:00 PMIt's been a long time since I've been at a show in Portland, Oregon. Much too long! So I will see all of you Oregon people (and a few Washington people, too) at this show. There is still a bit of time for you to register for CLASS or two at this show. That will make this a much more valuable experience for you. See you there!
Denver--Rocky Mountain Bead Society Show
Merchandise Mart
Saturday, April 26th and Sunday, April 27th, 2008
58th Avenue and I-25
Denver, ColoradoSaturday, April 26th--10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Sunday, April 27th--10:00 AM to 5:00 PMThis is a very nice show in Denver. Colorado has some of the world's very beast beadmakers and I am again honored to be part of this show. Again, I will be sharing a booth with Deanna Van Assche.Vintage Styles. (Hope she doesn't get tired of my "aromatherapy talk!") :-) See you there! :-)
9th Annual Dallas/Ft. Worth Bead Show
The Bead Renaissance Show
Friday, May 16th through Sunday, May 18th, 2008
Grapevine Convention Center
1209 South Main Street
Grapevine, Texas 76051Friday, May 16th--10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Saturday, May 17th--10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Sunday, May 18th--10:00 AM to 5:00 PMThe Bead Renaissance Shows are always fun! 60 venders are signed up and great classes will be offered by the Wild West Bead Society. This show is also held at the same time as Grapevine Main Street Days, a very popular event in this part of Texas. Show admission and parking is free. Last year's show was very successful, lots of beautiful things to see and some great bargains, too! This year I will also be teaching a CLASS at the Greater Dallas Craft Guild on Saturday, May 10, 2008. That's the Saturday before Mother's Day. I rarely teach, but am, if I say so myself, a great teacher. So if you are looking for a class, with me as your teacher, please contact the Craft Guild at 972-490-0303. This is a rare and fantastic opportunity. Once I'm your teacher, I'm your resource as long as we both shall live. :-) `
Bead and Button Show 2008
Thursday, June 5th through Sunday, June 8th, 2008
Midwest Airlines Center--3rd Floor
Milwaukee, WisconsinThursday, June 5th--4:00 PM to 9:00 PM (Preview for Registered Attendees Only)
Friday, June 6th--10:00 AM to TBA
Saturday, June 7th--10:00 AM to TBA
Sunday, June 8th--10:00 AM to TBAThe Bead and Button Show is a FANTASTIC EXPERIENCE. This is a HUGE bead show with a superb reputation, set in the friendly Midwest. If you only attend one large show in your lifetime, this show should be it! I'll be at the same location as last year, in the far right hand aisle, "lampworker's lane!" Come by and say, "Hello," and get a free sample of Oleo Mentha, gently massaged on to the back of your neck, for a great pick-me-up after a long day of bead shopping and eye candy! See you there!
13th Annual Puget Sound Bead Festival
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, July 11th--13th, 2008
Tacoma Convention Center, Tacoma Sheraton
Pacific Ave., Tacoma, WashingtonFriday, July 11th--tba
Saturday, July 12th--tba
Sunday, July 13th--tbaThis was a great show last year and promises to be a great show in 2008, too. This year the show is increasing in size, and I'm not exactly certain where my spot is, but please do be certain to find me. This is one of only two shows in Washington State where you can see my work in person. Is is also a great place to take a class, please contact: www.TheBeadFactory.com. My very first lampworking class was at this show, in 1998, so these classes come recommended very highly! :-)
International Society of Glass Beadmakers
Gathering's XVI Annual Bead Bazaar
Saturday--August 9th, 2008
Oakland Convention Center 10th and Broadway
Oakland, CaliforniaSaturday--10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
This event is, without a doubt a "Gathering" of the most creative beadmakers in the entire world. You can see (and purchase) exquisite beads from Japan, the UK, New Zealand, Canada, and of course, all 50 of the states of the USA. I'll be sending in my table fee, in February, and hopefully will be able to have a spot for 1/2 of a table at this fantastic event. But even if I'm not an exhibitor, this is definitely a show for you to attend. With the best beadmakers in the entire world clustered in one small, intimate show, the creativity and inspiration are absolutely amazing!
