Tansi, my name is Joanne Pelletier and I am a retired teacher, currently living in Regina. I have been an avid beader for over 30 years and started making jewelry after participating in a workshop on making quill and seed bead earrings. This motivated me to learn more about beaded jewelry and, using how-to-bead books, was soon was making necklaces, earrings and bracelets.
The first time I attended BeadExpo in Santa Fe, I was inspired by the sheer volume and variety of gemstone, pearl and designer beads. I also discovered the benefits of on-line shopping, which makes the high end supplies that I use in my jewellery, readily available.
I began by selling to family, friends and colleagues, but now that I am retired, I am able to make my hobby a full time job. One of the things I enjoy most about designing and making jewelry is the excitement and joy of seeing the pieces come together, resulting in a distinctive and wearable piece of art. My jewellery is for that woman that truly enjoys a lot of bling!!
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