tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1759785836321614870Thu, 09 Apr 2026 23:22:41 +0000my projectsWIP-work in progressbeadworkhand crafted.bead workunique jewelryNecklacebead weavingbeadsbead embroideryclassic jewelleryIndian embroideryhand embroiderywire-work WIP-work in progressblog challengegemstones .blog partnerbridal jewelleryfaux coral# Beed Peeps Swap`n`hop challengecoralunique accessories# ChallengeCoral JewelleryGanesha.Indian textilescoiled wire elementscoppermother of pearlwire workwireworkPeacock motif.Victorian necklacevintagevintage jewellery findingsChallengeCrochetantique .beaded beadscarved beadsgemstones .Pendantikatjewellery findingsmirror work embroiderypurseAngkor VatChallenge. perlesdentelles.Christmas charm necklaceFix-up Your Workspace" Challenge & Blog Hop Reveal!KaivalamNina Designsocean inspired jewelrywoven textiles of India‪#‎BeadPeepsSwap‬ bead weavingBandhaniBeed Peeps Swap`n`hop challengeBraceletPainted Textiles.Swap`n`hop challengeUnique textile findschainmaillecoloured metal jewellerykutchworkpatolapearl jewelryrani haarvintage silver"Clean-up#BeedPeepsSwap challengeBead Soup blog partyBeedPeepsGharcholaJewellery using a DremelKantha work.Kutchi BhatiaOstrich eggshell beads.Polymer clayRefashioned jewellerySanta earringsShiboribeaded bagsbeaded projectsbeadweavingfold formkasuti embroiderykutch work.paisleyparrot motifpaua shellperlesdentelles.wedding finery‪‪ bead weaving A blog that deals with adventures and experiments in creating handcrafted jewelry with beads, gems, crystals, and, traditional textiles and embroidery, like beadwork ,folk embroidery ,etchttp://kalaabhushan.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (motidana)Blogger125125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1759785836321614870.post-8756274587190133893Sat, 18 Apr 2020 09:52:00 +00002020-04-18T16:08:39.348+05:30# Beed Peeps Swap`n`hop challengebead workbeaded projectsNecklaceSwap`n`hop challengeunique accessoriesunique jewelryWIP-work in progress‪ bead weaving The reveal day is finally here! So, why wait – get, set go …….. Phew, finally finished! The photo doesn't do the colors justice really, it's such a bright and sparkly necklace! The Lapiz lazuli clasp was my most favourite piece in the goodies Dora sent . Was always wanting to make a friform beaded necklace with all those lovely beads that my previous Swap partners had sent , andhttp://kalaabhushan.blogspot.com/2020/04/bead-peeps-swap-n-hop-2020.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (motidana)5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1759785836321614870.post-522994231254699187Tue, 03 Mar 2020 10:34:00 +00002020-03-12T01:34:24.815+05:30# Beed Peeps Swap`n`hop challenge# Challengebead embroiderybead weavingbead work‪#‎BeadPeepsSwap‬ bead weaving The beads have arrived! It’s time of the year again, when the Bead Peeps Swap and Hop takes place. Each year, I have been participating in this fun swap and each year my journey in the wonderful world of beads gets better. There is so much to learn, explore and try in this that I don’t think a lifetime would be enough. Have met wonderful people who have now become good friends, learnt ahttp://kalaabhushan.blogspot.com/2020/03/the-bead-peeps-swap-and-hop-is-here.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (motidana)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1759785836321614870.post-2452396469424269423Mon, 17 Sep 2018 07:47:00 +00002018-09-17T13:17:57.065+05:30bead weavingbead workbeadsbeadworkChallengehand crafted.unique accessoriesunique jewelrywire-work WIP-work in progress Inspired by the traditional beadwork of Gujarat, and the Huichol beadwork, here’s a necklace I made Took some time but now that it`s complete, am happy . Can get back to more new ideas that have been buzzing around . Hope you found it interesting. Till next time, when I`ll be back with something new again motidana http://kalaabhushan.blogspot.com/2018/09/tribal-bling.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (motidana)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1759785836321614870.post-5511864649394358716Sun, 01 Jul 2018 18:53:00 +00002018-07-02T00:23:56.431+05:30bead weavingbead workbeads Vintage beadwork from Gujarat. A beautiful set of ‘Shrifal’ (coconut) and ‘Indhoni’ carried in auspicious occasions by women of the family. This one has been beaded in early 1910’ as a part of a wedding dowry. The threads have given away in the Shrifal but the indhoni is in a better shape except for the fringe and the tassel that hangs at the bottom. . Judging from the colours and size of the http://kalaabhushan.blogspot.com/2018/07/the-beautiful-beadwork-of-gujarat.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (motidana)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1759785836321614870.post-7542528886931696221Sat, 07 Apr 2018 15:14:00 +00002018-04-07T20:44:07.107+05:30# Beed Peeps Swap`n`hop challengebead workblog partnerChallengeclassic jewellerygemstones .Pendanthand crafted.my projectsNecklaceunique jewelry‪ <!--[if gte mso 9]> <![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]> Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE <![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]> http://kalaabhushan.blogspot.com/2018/04/the-4th-bead-peeps-swap-n-hop-reveal.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (motidana)22tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1759785836321614870.post-7424883398120890734Tue, 27 Mar 2018 03:25:00 +00002018-04-07T20:31:19.959+05:30beadweavingbeadworkBeedPeepsblog challengechainmailleChallengeSwap`n`hop challenge The 4th&nbsp; Bead Peeps Swap-n-Hop&nbsp; Challenge&nbsp; My wonderful partner- Deborah Apodaca &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;I love challenges! Since I participated in the 1st Bead Peeps Swap N Hop challenge, I have been totally hooked.&nbsp; They are so much fun.&nbsp; There are so many wonderful facets to participation and one of the best is meeting new friends&nbsp; and getting http://kalaabhushan.blogspot.com/2018/03/the-2018-bead-peeps-swap-n-hop-challenge.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (motidana)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1759785836321614870.post-1459810816990977669Mon, 05 Feb 2018 01:52:00 +00002018-02-05T07:22:04.164+05:30bead weavingbead workbeadsbeadworkmy projectsWIP-work in progress This little cup of happiness is brimming over! One more step in the journey of learning. A shaped bead woven bowl in the vibrant colours of happiness. &nbsp; Adapted from the origional pattern `Bowl of Hearts~ by&nbsp; Giulia Gonzato` http://kalaabhushan.blogspot.com/2018/02/beaded-bowl.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (motidana)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1759785836321614870.post-3668089050154775604Tue, 30 Jan 2018 02:36:00 +00002018-01-30T08:06:52.422+05:30antique .bead weavingbead workbeaded beadsclassic jewellerymy projectsNecklaceRefashioned jewelleryWIP-work in progress Many a times, there are pieces in the trinket box that do`nt get worn either because they are out dated, broken or not liked. And like most women, I too have a share of those lying around in my box. Recently while rearranging my trinkets, I happened to stumble across this old necklace . Never worn it as I hated it on sight. The pattern and style looked too out dated according to me. So, in a http://kalaabhushan.blogspot.com/2018/01/refashioned-jewellery.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (motidana)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1759785836321614870.post-47827699126124898Tue, 26 Dec 2017 06:49:00 +00002018-01-03T04:19:57.927+05:30bead weavingbead workbeaded beadsbeadsChristmas charm necklacegemstones .Pendanthand crafted.NecklaceWIP-work in progress Heard of photobombing, yarnbombing, but have you heard of beadbombing? Here’s my take on this, a Christmas tree with beads !! &nbsp;Wishing all friends far and near, a season full of joy, peace and happiness! http://kalaabhushan.blogspot.com/2017/12/merry-christmas.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (motidana)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1759785836321614870.post-1773215298691714981Sat, 09 Dec 2017 18:19:00 +00002017-12-10T14:27:51.066+05:30bead weavingbead workbeadshand crafted.my projectsNecklacepatolaunique jewelryWIP-work in progresswoven textiles of India Yes, I know, it`s been a while but I`m still around! That`s the thought going around in my mind as I pen this post. Being active on other social media, it`s been quiet here since the last few months. Though things have been quite busy as far as creative endeavour goes. &nbsp; Here`s a glimpse of some projects that have kept me hooked on my bead mat. My skills in beading are improving, and so&http://kalaabhushan.blogspot.com/2017/12/tribal-vibes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (motidana)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1759785836321614870.post-2439954177463430532Tue, 13 Jun 2017 16:57:00 +00002017-06-13T22:27:40.974+05:30bead weavingbead workbeadsbeadworkhand crafted.WIP-work in progresswoven textiles of India Been away for a long while now. Thought I would share my latest project , a first time order to create patterns based on Indian textiles for a dear friend. &nbsp;I was a bit of a challenge since I don`t have a software to create designs, every motif was manually charted, but I and Mom( she`s an avid beader too ! ) finally finished the project.and here`s the outcome... Happiness!http://kalaabhushan.blogspot.com/2017/06/trendy-traditionals.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (motidana)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1759785836321614870.post-5140836428645874863Sat, 08 Apr 2017 18:00:00 +00002020-04-18T00:06:03.934+05:30# Beed Peeps Swap`n`hop challenge# Challengebead weavingbead workbeaded beadsblog challengeblog partnermy projectsNecklacewire-work WIP-work in progress It`s time again for yet another Swap N Hop from Bead Peeps, and my third time participation .<!--[if gte mso 9]> <![endif]--> <!--[if gte mso 9]> Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE <![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]> http://kalaabhushan.blogspot.com/2017/04/bead-peeps-swap-n-hop-2017.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (motidana)18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1759785836321614870.post-6618550640341205530Sat, 25 Mar 2017 07:32:00 +00002017-03-29T14:55:42.659+05:30 It`s finally time for the big reveal, the Bead Soup Blog Party, Bead Hoarders Edition 2017 hosted by Lori Anderson. And I am partnered with Alenka Obid from Slovenia. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; She sent me beautiful beads each made different material. It was difficult&nbsp; to choose, since I wanted to use all and create something from each.one. And since this Swap is a Bead Hoarders edition,I http://kalaabhushan.blogspot.com/2017/03/bead-soup-blog-party-bead-hoarders_25.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (motidana)70tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1759785836321614870.post-6532335778530167071Tue, 21 Mar 2017 04:43:00 +00002017-03-25T00:12:01.789+05:30# ChallengeBead Soup blog partybead workblog challengemy projectsunique jewelry &nbsp;I`m quite excited, participating in the Bead Soup Blog Party, Bead Hoarders Edition 2017, hosted by Lori Anderson for the first time. Having avidly following the challenges she has been hosting since the last few years, this time I gathered courage to finally&nbsp; take part.&nbsp; &nbsp; The list of participants is so long, and I have been paired with Alenka Obid from Slovenia. She senthttp://kalaabhushan.blogspot.com/2017/03/bead-soup-blog-party-bead-hoarders.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (motidana)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1759785836321614870.post-1348671441038645448Fri, 17 Feb 2017 18:20:00 +00002017-02-17T23:53:14.918+05:30antique .bead weavingclassic jewelleryhand crafted.ikatmy projectsNecklaceunique jewelryvintage silverWIP-work in progress‪#‎BeadPeepsSwap‬ bead weaving Sharing another necklace I made a couple of months ago. One way or other have not been able to post pictures of what I have made so here goes.... Latest necklace off the bead mat , a unique fusion piece combining intricate bead weaving with vintage Thai silver pendant. Rich Thai textile inspired the bead weaving pattern for this one and I am quite proud with the outcome! http://kalaabhushan.blogspot.com/2017/02/sharing-another-necklace-i-made-couple.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (motidana)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1759785836321614870.post-8786157166141737286Sat, 19 Nov 2016 10:56:00 +00002016-11-19T16:51:24.232+05:30bead weavingbead workmy projectsNecklaceunique jewelryWIP-work in progress &nbsp; Diwali has come and gone and the cooler months of November and December have come. Though the climate is one that I love, it gets dark pretty fast for me to pursue my beadwork . Hence the projects are progressing at a very slow pace. But it does give me time to catch up with what`s happening in the internet world. Projects that are waiting to be blogged about has been the first on the http://kalaabhushan.blogspot.com/2016/11/purely-purple-flaunting-new-necklace.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (motidana)5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1759785836321614870.post-2124325376485577509Tue, 27 Sep 2016 16:23:00 +00002016-09-27T21:53:13.443+05:30bead weavingbead workbeaded beadsbeadsgemstones .Pendanthand crafted.my projectsNecklacewire-work WIP-work in progress <!--[if !mso]> v\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);} o\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);} w\:* {behavior:url(#default#VML);} .shape {behavior:url(#default#VML);} <![endif]--> <!--[if gte mso 9]> <![endif]-->&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Back from blogging haitus!!&nbsp; Oh yes. &nbsp;I have not been paying attention to my jewelry blog, but there are many excuses, - travelling, redoing http://kalaabhushan.blogspot.com/2016/09/tribal-pendants-full-of-vibrant-bling.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (motidana)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1759785836321614870.post-1565976319767621686Sun, 15 May 2016 14:48:00 +00002017-04-08T23:41:12.847+05:30# Beed Peeps Swap`n`hop challengebead workcoralFix-up Your Workspace" Challenge & Blog Hop Reveal!my projectsNecklaceWIP-work in progress‪#‎BeadPeepsSwap‬ bead weaving Treasures unearthed- Finally! Here`s the day I`ve been waiting for! The Reavel day for the Bead Peeps Swap n Hop challenge 2016. It has been a journey full of new beginings so to say , right from being partenered with a most wonderful friend and beader Krafty Max to learning new techniques and finally creating this wonderful collection from the lovely beads she sent me . &nbsp;Here`s what I http://kalaabhushan.blogspot.com/2016/05/treasures-unearthed-finally.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (motidana)49tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1759785836321614870.post-8004145907866729825Sat, 07 May 2016 02:45:00 +00002016-05-07T08:15:14.752+05:30# Beed Peeps Swap`n`hop challenge# Challengebead weavingbead workmy projectswire-work WIP-work in progress It`s been more than a month since my previous post ! Today took a break from beading commitments and had some free time so thought of posting some things I`ve managed to complete so far . Here is what I`ve been busy with&nbsp; and all this is still a work in progress for the Bead Peeps challenge 2016 .&nbsp; I'm keen to show, but have to wait for the reveal date which is on May 15th 2016. http://kalaabhushan.blogspot.com/2016/05/getting-ready-for-big-reveal.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (motidana)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1759785836321614870.post-2971302990142328657Tue, 22 Mar 2016 08:21:00 +00002016-03-22T21:32:43.206+05:30# Beed Peeps Swap`n`hop challenge# Challengebead workbeadsblog partnercarved beadsfaux coralhand crafted.jewellery findings <!--[if gte mso 9]> <![endif]--> <!--[if gte mso 9]> Normal 0 false false false EN-IN X-NONE X-NONE <![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]> http://kalaabhushan.blogspot.com/2016/03/from-my-bead-peeps-swap-n-hop-partner.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (motidana)8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1759785836321614870.post-8633832506769242684Sun, 06 Mar 2016 16:56:00 +00002016-03-06T22:28:10.928+05:30# Challengebead weavingbead workblog challengeBraceletChallenge. perlesdentelles.Coral Jewellerymy projectsWIP-work in progress Here is a bracelet in circular netting that I made recently for a challenge&nbsp; . I chose subdued colors in silver to offset the bright colored coral beads. The turquoise colored glass beads add a touch of&nbsp; contrast, inspired by the vintage silver Himalayan jewellery that I`m so fond of. &nbsp;Thank You Coco for the lovely pattern. It was fun creating this piece. A big thank you http://kalaabhushan.blogspot.com/2016/03/a-bracelet-in-circular-netting.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (motidana)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1759785836321614870.post-2197492192615716440Sat, 16 Jan 2016 12:07:00 +00002016-01-16T17:51:01.260+05:30 &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Took a break from beading since the fateful floods in Chennai , that wrecked my home and my studio,&nbsp; Cleaning and refurnishing the house has not been easy but now I `m ready to start again. Been missing the happiness I feel when I`m in the studio with my beads , and I don`t think I can stay away&nbsp; any longer. &nbsp; It`s time again for a new beading http://kalaabhushan.blogspot.com/2016/01/the-all-new-blog-hop-from-bead-peeps.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (motidana)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1759785836321614870.post-9016746332735684520Sat, 02 Jan 2016 01:37:00 +00002016-01-02T07:09:19.353+05:30bead weavingbead workbridal jewellerygemstones .Pendantmy projectsWIP-work in progress Sharing a couple of beaded projects I made some time ago . Can be used as brooch or pendant . motidana http://kalaabhushan.blogspot.com/2016/01/welcome-2016.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (motidana)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1759785836321614870.post-994678075007588948Sat, 21 Nov 2015 13:07:00 +00002015-11-21T23:58:32.609+05:30# Challengebead embroiderybead weavingbead workbeaded bagsblog challengehand crafted.my projects &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; I have been beading for a while now, but have always wanted push myself to learn more and more. So , I decided to participate in bead work challenges. I think it does bring out the best in you, and you learn so much along the way. It always happens that the next challenge that you take part in , your creation turns out even better that the last one you http://kalaabhushan.blogspot.com/2015/11/a-time-to-stitch-whats-your-bag-reveal.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (motidana)28tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1759785836321614870.post-1239243513814301136Thu, 05 Nov 2015 08:42:00 +00002015-11-12T23:47:23.634+05:30bead weavingbeadworkmy projectsNecklaceunique jewelryWIP-work in progress <!--[if gte mso 9]> <![endif]--> <!--[if gte mso 9]> Normal 0 false false false EN-IN X-NONE X-NONE <![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]> http://kalaabhushan.blogspot.com/2015/11/ethnic-bling-necklace-2.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (motidana)2