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(17June) Three New Workshops Announced! This just in!
Larry Scott on September 23-24

Tink Martin on November 10, 11, and 12

And Michael Barley in 2007!

More info on all three workshops here.

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(21Mar) Review of Barbara Becker Simon Workshop, by Debby Weaver.
Report of a workshop hosted by our good friends 3RGB in Pittsburgh. Thank you, Debby!

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Putting the Glass to the Brass:
Masher Road Testing
by Annie Simpson (5Apr05)
Wondering which one to buy? How does the one you already have measure up to others? Questions answered!

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How To Get Your Groove Back
A compilation of tips, tricks, and techniques to use to get your creative juices flowing.




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The Winners 
(we had a tie vote!) of the 
Winter 2006 
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Sharon Lieberman



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Serena Balderston




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From Lisa: "I use a clear stringer to do all my feathering and marbleizing. Better than metal -- it won't stick or leave slag behind in your bead. Heat the bead hot enough to move the surface around. Use the cold stringer like it is a tool. Leave nothing but the design behind!" Thanks, Lisa!
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