My cherry tree is blooming....this picture was taken just before it rained four inches this weekend. Now the blossoms are on the ground. I am happy I got a picture when I did. Hope you all had a good weekend. I did, it rained so we pretty much hunkered down and I did some sewing. I started on a wall hanging that I am going to add some ceramic embellishments too. I am really happy with how it's turning out so far. I don't like to have a plan when I am sewing so it's always a surprise.

I got some great entries for the Creative Celebration that is this Wednesday night. Make sure you stop by to see the work of some really talented bead artists. I can't wait to show you what others have done. I have lots of preparation for the big night so I am going to scoot along and get some things done....

Happy Monday, Jennifer

Here are some surfin links to enjoy today....

About.com Jewelry Making
What sparks your creativity? Take the lastest poll, just takes 1 minute or less!

Art Bead Scene
Needing more inspiration for this month's challenge? Here are a few ideas for you!

Art Jewelry magazine
The Bead&Button Show is featured in USA Today!

Carmi's Art/Life World
Carmi experiments with UV resin!

Jennifer Jangles Blog
Jennifer invites you to attend her Creative Celebration.

Jewelry & Beading
Thanks to some inspiration from beadmaker Melanie Brooks, Cyndi has an article in Belle Armoire Jewelry!

Katie's Beading Blog
Check Out Katie's Fabulous Beaded Fruit!

Snap out of it, Jean! There's beading to be done!
Jean designs a colorful parrot necklace with a treasure of an equisite, hand painted Russian art bead

Strands of Beads
Melissa discusses the usefulness of the preliminary sketch in her design process

The Writing and Art of Andrew Thornton
Inspired by Spring, Andre compiles a shopping guide for egg-themed beads and components.