Jean Power's Blog

[2026-05-31] It's hard to believe that just over 6 years ago we were in the midst of the first UK Lockdown and I taught my first public virtual class.

[2026-04-28] Kew Gardens in London is one of my favourite places to visit (I love it so much I even beaded a vessel inspired by it) but I keep missing out on the...

[2026-04-18] It might not look like much but there's a beading project I've been putting off for years, partly because I didn't have the time to get to all the...

[2026-04-20] After lots of experimenting I think I've finally settled on the colour scheme for one of the samples for a new kit coming soon…

[2026-05-02] It's getting closer!

[2026-05-06] Excitingly we're at record numbers registered for Bead Sparks 2026 but if you applied for a ballot place check your inbox for some good news...!

[2026-05-07] Estrella is back for 2026 and spaces are filling-up quickly

[2026-05-08] There's always time for another variation…

[2026-05-09] It's getting even closer!

[2026-05-10] I'm a big fan of Rosa Pietsch and am lucky enough to have some of her jewellery so when I saw she was doing workshops to make earrings I was tempted...