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theresa stewart
From anaheim, ca


Tell us your story.
I started string 5-6 ft glass beads making suncatchers while recovering from breast cancer. I had 3 coupons every week from Joannes and Michaels from my brother, mother and my Sunday paper and used them all collecting glass beads.
After buying soooo many and starting to look at other fun swarovski crystals and tools I found a wire wrapping class. I took another and she reccomened a gem fair and I was hooked.
I am now 5 years cancer free on 4/15/2007 and making gifts, selling my jewelry and having so much fun.

Where do you sell your jewelry? Do you have any tips on selling there?
through friends, small dance competitions and over pictures on line

What's your biggest selling piece and why?
only about $65.00 I find i keep the things I spend so much money on

What one piece of advice can you give to other aspiring jewelry makers?
have fun and if your creative juices aren't flowing that day, take a break and you will get inspired and refressed

Have you quit your day job yet? Can you give us any idea how much income your jewelry is making?
no wish I could

What would you say to someone that might be hesitant to invest in Preston's course?
go for it

Has jewelry making changed your life in any way?
yes I have a circle of friends that we share ideas and have lots to talk about

Do you sell any of your work on line or on Ebay? Do you do well there?
yes

What's your plan for the future?
keep moving forward and learning more