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19 May 2010

Bead Star Finalist!

Bead Star is a contest that is billed as "American Idol for beaders."

Each year around 2,000 entries are received in nine categories: Crystals, Glass, Heart, Metal, Pearls, Plastic, Seed Beads, Stones and Under $25.

Last year I entered 6 categories and had 3 place in the top 20. And one of my designs - "Good Advice" - placed 2nd in the Heart category.Not bad considering the odds and that there are over 26,000 votes cast.

This year I challenged myself to entering all nine categories.
I am delighted to announce that I have placed in the top 20 in three categories again:
Pearls, Stones and Under $25.

Anyone with an email and a computer can vote. Go to www.beadstar.com and click on the Vote Now button. You will be taken to a group of pictures for each category. If you are interested in voting for me here are my entries:
Pearls: Lily At Twilight: Vote for #10

Stones: The Bee Whisperer: Vote for #14

Under $25: Icy Rings: Vote for #12

And in case you were wondering about the ones that didn't make it? Here they are.

Thanks for your support!

Enjoy the day!
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27 comments:

  1. Artisan ClayMay 19, 2010 at 9:23 PM

    So lovely! You got my vote!

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  2. UnknownMay 19, 2010 at 9:26 PM

    I LOVED the bee whisperer when I was @ the site about an hour ago! I haven't voted yet, I plan on going back & taking my time tomorrow.congratulations on your entries making it in

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  3. Denise Yezbak MooreMay 19, 2010 at 9:41 PM

    I can't believe your seed pearls piece did not make it. It is absolutely beautiful. I think you should email it to Beth (do it tonight - maybe she will accept it for the next issue even though the deadline has past). I also though that your "nuts" piece would make it too. Very weird.

    I love all of your entries. My favorite is the pearls because of the color and texture. It is romantic and stunning. I also like your stones - love the bee and the asymmetrical design. Under $25 reminds me of snow flakes. It does not look like you created this design for under $25. You are so very talented. You make me happy to call you friend. Good Luck my friend.

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  4. Joan TuckerMay 19, 2010 at 9:54 PM

    seed beads and plastics are stunning.. very artful. Joan T

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  5. Melissa J. LeeMay 19, 2010 at 10:23 PM

    Congrats, Erin! I love the "Icy Rings" necklace.

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  6. Silver ParrotMay 19, 2010 at 11:05 PM

    Congrats, Erin! I vote that you and Lorelei totally kick butt in this contest!!

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  7. DaviniaMay 19, 2010 at 11:15 PM

    I've already voted. I recognized your Twilight piece that I just adore and of course voted for it. I also voted for Icy Rings without knowing it was yours......I covet that necklace, I'd sell my children for that necklace. Love, love, love it!

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  8. stregataMay 19, 2010 at 11:31 PM

    Congratulations, Erin! These pieces are really lovely!!!

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  9. Marie CrampMay 19, 2010 at 11:39 PM

    I am glad I went and voted before everyone started posting their finalist pieces, I feel like I posted un-biased. I voted for your Icy rings though! And I know I voted for one or two of Lorelei's pieces because I saw them right after. For the most part it was really hard to choose! Congrat! Hope you win :)

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  10. Margot PotterMay 20, 2010 at 7:28 AM

    Too many of my friends are finalists...what to do?! I love all of them, including the ones that didn't make the cut! The icy rings is my favorite though.

    Congratulations! Good work!

    Love
    Madge

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  11. MichelleMay 20, 2010 at 8:43 AM

    Congrats on the accepted entries! I love the fact that they are all colorful--I know you were trying to introduce more color this year to your designs.
    Bead Happy!
    Michelle

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  12. mairedoddMay 20, 2010 at 10:15 AM

    congratulations erin! am definitely going to go over to the site to vote...
    and how about your etsy shop for the others?! hmmm??

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  13. steufelMay 20, 2010 at 12:40 PM

    Congrats, Erin. All the pieces are wonderful. I love the one with the pearls. regards Stefanie

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  14. Mary HardingMay 20, 2010 at 1:26 PM

    Congrats Erin. I went over and voted for yours and mine (Hearts category). Your pieces are super.

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  15. Weesnott DesignsMay 20, 2010 at 2:27 PM

    Amazing pieces! I love your use of colour and textures. Best of luck to you.

    jess

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  16. Michelle MachMay 20, 2010 at 6:42 PM

    Congratulations! I am so impressed that you entered every category--that's a big challenge!

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  17. lisa oramMay 20, 2010 at 8:14 PM

    Congratulations, Erin - both for entering and winning!

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  18. Riki SchumacherMay 20, 2010 at 10:21 PM

    Yeah Erin, congratulations! That is so cool. I love your pieces and will definitely vote for you. I bet you win! Love the pearls fyi. Take care, and congrats again. Hugs, Riki

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  19. sharonMay 20, 2010 at 10:21 PM

    All beautiful pieces Erin.....you have my vote! Loooove lilies at twilight!

    Sorry for the absence.

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  20. sasha + max studioMay 21, 2010 at 6:16 AM

    Voted !! Good luck Erin - Love the pieces ! Vicki

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  21. JennersMay 21, 2010 at 9:11 PM

    Congrats to you!! You really challenge yourself and the results show!

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  22. GardanneMay 21, 2010 at 11:00 PM

    I voted for icy rings, even before I saw this post. I was impressed that such an artistic piece could be under $25.
    Good luck!

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  23. pam ferrariMay 22, 2010 at 9:56 PM

    All are amazing! Favorite is the pearls. Thanks for your kind words for my crystal entry. Good luck to us!

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  24. UnknownMay 23, 2010 at 10:46 AM

    No.10 got me and my husbands vote! Your work is glorious. I would have even voted for your seed bead creation had it made it.

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  25. Jannie FunsterMay 23, 2010 at 8:22 PM

    Erin! I finished voting.

    And yours WERE the most beautiful, by far. Those icy rings, ahhh! And the one wiht the bee. Incredible!

    I'm so proud of you!!

    xo

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  26. Jannie FunsterMay 23, 2010 at 8:24 PM

    Oh, and when is the voting over? If there is still time left I'll post a button on my blog!

    Please pop on over and let me know.

    xoxo

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  27. Pretty ThingsMay 27, 2010 at 5:08 PM

    Congratulations!

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