Isn’t it great when you receive the beads you have ordered and you find an extra little “something” included? Often these “thank you” gifts can be a really good source of inspiration. I left the packet of these beads on my desk for about a week. The packet had two turquoise donuts, two blue and two brown fiber-optic beads, and four turquoise nuggets.
I know that working here at Bead&Button should mean that creativity flows all the time. Not this time. They sat for another two weeks. I realized that I was over-thinking this. When I did the math, I found that earrings were just the right thing. Quick, fun, and so simple. I added some smaller beads to make a bail for the donut, strung up the rest, and added ear wires.
So the next time you are thumbing through Bead&Button, don’t forget about those wonderful little packets of beads, and let the projects (or pieces of a project) inspire you to put them to use.