Mar. 8, 2010:
“Contemporary Beadwork in Ukraine” – Hall of Fame Beaders’ Guild – Akron, OH

ALL NEW! Fresh from Ukraine, Maria pulled the best photos of the most fascinating beadwork seen in her many recent trips. See several bead artists/vendors at the Vernisage, a piazza full of folk art next to the Lviv Opera. Visit master craftspeople’s homes. See how the rich legacy of beadwork evolved into contemporary colored accessories. You’ll be amazed at the variety of beadwork styles, bead embroidery, wire bead flowers, beaded eggs... and more.

RYPAN DESIGNS Trunk Show will feature books, kits and patterns related to Ukrainian-inspired themes and more.

Mon, 7 to 9 p.m. meeting
Details: www.beadsnmore.biz
Guests welcome
Contact: (330) 899-8611; beadsnmore@sbcglobal.net
Location: Beads N’More, 1840 Town Park Blvd., Ste.3,
Uniontown OH 44685 (Massillon exit off I-77, on Hwy #241)

Mar. 12 to 14, 2010:
“Almost Spring” Oasis Bead Show – Toronto, ON

Mar. 21, 2010:
GLBG Bead Bonanza – Southfield, MI

Great Lakes Beadworkers Guild spring show features beads galore from Midwest suppliers and beyond. Come out and stock up for Spring beading.

Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Details: www.greatlakesbeadworkersguild.org
Admission: $4. Free parking
Southfield Municipal Complex Pavilion, 26000 Evergreen Rd.
Southfield, MI 48076-4453 (south of I-696, exit 11)

Apr. 17 to 18, 2010:
Ottawa Bead Society – Ottawa, ON

May 1 to 2, 2010:
Toronto Bead Society “Bead and Jewellery Fair” – Toronto, ON

Jun. 11 to 13, 2010:
Bead & Button Show – Milwaukee, WI

Classes start before the largest consumer bead show in the USA. RYPAN DESIGNS will be participating in the marketplace. Stock up on RYPAN DESIGNS books, new and favorite all-inclusive kits and patterns. Visit booth #933.

Fri. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Details: www.beadandbuttonshow.com
Admission fee: complimentary admission with class registration
Advance registration required for workshops
Midwest Express Center, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave. (downtown Milwaukee)

Aug. 20 to 22, 2010:
Bead Fest Philadelphia – King of Prussia, PA

Northeast beaders! Classes start earlier. If you can’t make it, don’t fret. My instructions are so clear that you can jump in and learn to bead with a kit of your choice! It’s as easy as 1-2-3.

Show: Fri. noon to 7 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Details: www.beadfest.com
Admission fee: $10 day; two-day pass $12; three-day pass $14
Valley Forge Convention Center, 1160 First Ave., King of Prussia, PA 19406

Sep. 19 to 21, 2010:
“Fall” Canadian Bead Oasis Show – Toronto, ON

Oct. 22 to 24, 2010: Creativ Festival – South Metro Hall, Toronto, ON
Nov. 6 to 7, 2010:
Toronto Bead Society “Bead and Jewellery Fair” – Toronto, ON

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NEW!! I’ve just begun a blog with reflections about folk arts and creative beading. It’s a great place to see my latest happenings, newest projects and collections. I always include at least one photo with each posting. There’s a lot of inspiration and eye candy.

Keep visiting and be inspired to bead creatively,

Maria
rypandesigns.blogspot.com