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General Musings

Testing Spray Sealers on Polymer Clay in Australia

February 22, 2018October 31, 2017 by Dani Rapinett

If you work with polymer clay here in Australia, you’ll know that it’s been virtually impossible to get a spray sealer that doesn’t react with polymer. I’ve been trying for … Read more

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The Polymer Arts : ‘Texture’ Issue

February 22, 2018September 27, 2017 by Dani Rapinett

Have you seen the new Polymer Arts magazine? It’s the Fall 2017 issue, it’s entitled ‘Texture’ and I was lucky enough to be able to work with the amazing Sage and write … Read more

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The Whimsical Bead 10th Birthday Celebrations – Christi Friesen Workshops

June 4, 2018September 21, 2016 by Dani Rapinett

As part of our 10th Birthday Celebrations we are so lucky to have the amazing Christi Friesen here at the studio. This is Christi’s 5th visit here to The Whimsical Bead and … Read more

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The Whimsical Bead 10th Birthday Celebrations – VIP Event

June 4, 2018September 21, 2016 by Dani Rapinett

As part of our 10th Birthday Celebrations, we held a VIP evening event on Monday 12th September. Spaces were limited and the hardest part was only being able to invite … Read more

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The Whimsical Bead 10th Birthday Celebrations – Debbie Crothers Workshops

June 4, 2018September 21, 2016 by Dani Rapinett

As part of our 10th Birthday Celebrations we are so lucky to have my beautiful friend and amazing polymer clay artist, Debbie Crothers here at the studio teaching 3 days of wonderful … Read more

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Inspiring Your Creativity

February 21, 2018July 21, 2014 by Dani Rapinett

Is your creativity in holiday mode? Has your mojo taken an unwelcome break? This happens to the best of us – usually during the periods when we’ve actually got time … Read more

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Creativity & Chronic Illness

February 21, 2018July 21, 2014 by Dani Rapinett

I wanted to share with you a blog post I read last week that really struck a chord with me. It is an issue quite close to my heart. I … Read more

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The Wonder of Workshops

February 19, 2018May 25, 2013 by Dani Rapinett

There has been so many wonderful workshops here at The Whimsical Bead and so many more planned. I have always loved classes and workshops. I guess I am one of those people … Read more

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Trust me when I say the lineup for next semester’s workshops is looking AMAZING!I have no doubt that some of these are going to sell out within hours of being launched, so if you’re interested in workshops for July - December, jump on the website and get yourself signed up to the Workshop Subscriber List (and yes this is different to our general Newsletter subscriber list).Only a few weeks to go……who’s excited?!
And what are you hoping to see? 🤭🫣#whimsicalcreatives #thewhimsicalbead #berjique #creativeworkshops #createandsip #yarravalley #healesville #healesvillebusiness #thingstodoinwinter #artandcraftclass
Meet Joyce!I first ‘met’ Joyce through the Meet Joyce!I first ‘met’ Joyce through the security fly screen door of the old studio during covid when we were still operating from home. Joyce would place her order online and come and ‘no contact pick up’ (the joys of living in the same town!). She would always send me a message saying she was so glad she’d found us and couldn’t wait until the lockdowns were over so we could actually meet.Fast forward 4 or 5 years and this awesome lady is one of my best friends. You know when you meet someone you just ‘click’ with?
Best bit is that she has a beautiful Labrador who is just as much of a doofus as our Kenzi and they are now besties too! 🐾Joyce is now also an integral part of Whimsical Creatives. From renovating the new space to now manning the shop when I’m unable to or need a break and so much more!
You will often find Joyce helping customers (and shopping for her own supplies!) in the retail shop, taking workshops herself and supporting other tutors during their workshops.Joyce loves being creative and dabbles in multiple mediums however her passion lies in creating jewellery with beautiful beads including gemstones and sparkly crystals and expanding her metal work and silversmithing skills (along with her hammer collection!).Joyce is always happy to have a chat and answer any questions you may have so please say hello if you see her in the shop!
She is always there on a Wednesday and often on the weekends with me.Although, Joyce hates being the centre of attention and having her photo taken so if the shop isn’t open tomorrow you’ll know she’s cracked it with me for this post and has quit! 😂🤣😂We *should* be open tomorrow - Wednesday 21st May - from 12.30pm until 4.30pm .
We will also be open this Saturday from 10am until 4.30pm. Closed Sunday this week.#whimsicalcreatives #thewhimsicalbead #healesvillebusiness #friendswhobecomefamily #customerswhobecomefriends #healesville #yarravalley
Its a busy week this week as I’m in the middle o Its a busy week this week as I’m in the middle of scheduling our new workshops for next semester. Make sure you are signed up to the workshop mailing list to receive notification of when they launch.In between setting up for tomorrows art adventures at the shop, packing orders and organising new workshops, Kenzi and I went for a walk this afternoon in the brisk autumn air.
I’m now back to work whilst she is doing a fabulous camouflage in the back yard! 🐾🍁Just a reminder we are open tomorrow - Tuesday 20th May - from 10.00am until 3.00pm. Come and have a browse and say hello!#whimsicalcreatives #thewhimsicalbead #newworkshopscomingsoon #artworkshops #artandcraftworkshops #autumnvibes #healesville #yarravalley
AVAILABLE NOW!I’m so pleased to announce that AVAILABLE NOW!I’m so pleased to announce that my new ebook is finally available for purchase.Do you love to make jewellery but are confused by all the different components available? Maybe you’ve heard conflicting information regarding what metals you should use? Or perhaps you are a complete beginner wanting to learn more about jewellery making? This ebook is for you!The term ‘Findings’ refers to the components used to put your jewellery together. In this ebook we will explore the different types of findings and also the metals that are used to create them so that you can make an informed decision when purchasing/using them.We will explore the term ‘hypoallergenic’ and unpack what it actually means, tell you all about stainless steel jewellery findings and bust a few myths regarding them (yes, they do actually contain nickel!), give you pages of photographs and descriptions of common jewellery findings and what they called, plus lots more!This ebook is 34 pages and contains both image and text information.I’ve put over 20 years of knowledge, research and experiments into this ebook and I hope it’s helpful for you.Find it on the website under ‘Workshops’ - ‘Digital Tutorials’ or New Products.#whimsicalcreatives #thewhimsicalbead #digitaltutorials #digitaltutorial #jewellerymakingtutorial #jewellerymakingtips #ebook #jewelleryfindings
One of the things I was most looking forward to wh One of the things I was most looking forward to when I moved into the new space last year was offering kids classes. This is something that I haven’t been able to do consistently as I just didn’t have the space.All that has changed!
I’m now offering 3 different Art Adventures sessions from ages 18 months to 16 years, have multiple kids birthday parties booked and plans for more school holiday sessions.If you’ve been looking for something for your kids to do, look no further.
We are local, Dip. Children’s Services  qualified, WWCC holders, fully equipped (think booster seats for littlies, hundreds of art supplies, art smocks/aprons just to name a few) plus we always have lots of fun!Sessions are always about the process rather than the outcome (especially for our younger participants) and each session is catered specifically to the students in them.Check out the website for more details or please reach out with any questions.PS….how cute is this fish and caterpillar that Hamish made in our 18mth - 5yr old Art Adevntures session this week?! 🐟🎨#whimsicalcreatives #thewhimsicalbead #kidsartclasses #kidsartclassesyarravalley #kidsartandcraftclasses #thingstodoforkids #thingstodoyarravalley #thingstodohealesville #yarravalley #healesville
Today is International Fibromyalgia and CFS/ME (Ch Today is International Fibromyalgia and CFS/ME (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis) Day.Chronic illness, including Fibromyalgia and ME/CFS, has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. My flares/crashes can come on quite quickly One minute I can be travelling ok and 10 minutes later I can’t walk. There are also a range of symptoms that I live with every day even when I’m not in a flare such as noise and light sensitivity, gastrointestinal issues, temperature regulation, muscle and joint pain, severe fatigue, sleep dysfunction and food/chemical/medication sensitivities, just to name a few.  And when you look well you often get vilified for ‘pretending’ or ‘faking’ your symptoms which leads to more trauma and distress.Whilst you do adapt to some extent, I’ve always found it hard to accept that I’ll never be able to do the things I want to do and whilst I do enjoy spending time on my own, the isolation that these conditions bring can be really hard. Especially when you are constantly feeling left behind.  From the small things that many people take for granted such as dinners and outings with friends, exercising, going on holidays, shopping and even just standing in a queue, to meeting new people, keeping a job, being financially and physically independent and having a family/children.Over the last 18 years, I have worked hard building Whimsical Creatives to help me have some purpose and meaning in my life and some social interaction. I am SO thankful for the support I have received both online and in the studio/shop. Through your purchases, comments, messages or workshop bookings, you are helping me in more ways than you know.For numerous reasons, it’s taken me many years to be able to speak honestly and openly about these issues but if I can help even just one person from talking about these issues, then it’s been worth it.
Awareness and education are key to fighting (and living with) these conditions.
And please remember, just because you can’t physically see the wounds these conditions cause, doesn’t mean people aren’t suffering on the inside. Kindness, empathy and compassion really can make a difference.Love Dani 💗
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