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I make each of these glass beads in my Massachusetts studio using traditional lampwork techniques.

Select here and at in-person bead shows (schedule below) from handmade glass beads I design and make for the creative jewelry-maker, artist and crafter. Shipping from Etsy is free in the U.S. when you spend $35+. Please message me with any questions you may have.

Note that I often refer to the actual name of the glass color in my descriptions. For example, if I call something 'pale aqua' you'll know that any of my beads with that color will match. Hope you find that helpful.

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WOULD YOU LIKE TO LEARN GLASS BEAD-MAKING CALLED LAMPWORK? OR WORK TO IMPROVE YOUR LAMPWORKING SKILLS?

I work at the glass studio and teach at Elsie Kaye Glassworks, Westborough MA. Contact me for class information and details.

Here are some upcoming 2023 opportunities to learn glass bead making with me at Elsie Kaye and other glass studios. Check the location's websites for details.

FLAMEWORKING INTENSIVE WITH SHEILA CHECKOWAY June 24-25, 2023 AT ELSIE KAYE GLASSWORKS, WESTBOROUGH MASSACHUSETTS - For beginner or intermediate students.

BEYOND THE BASICS: SHARADS, HOLLOWS, METALS, & MORE! - URBAN GLASS, BROOKLYN NY - JUNE 26-27, 2023 - for intermediate students with 1-2 years experience.

BEYOND THE BASICS: HOLLOWS, METALS, SHARDS, REACTIVE GLASS - OH MY! - CARLISLE SCHOOL OF GLASS, MILLVILLE NJ - NOVEMBER 4-5, 2023 - for intermediate students with 1-2 years experience.

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BEAD SHOWS:See below for ALL the live shows where I'll be vending in 2023.
Find more details will be on the show websites. They are all in the Northeastern U.S.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS. HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

2023

March 12-14, 2023 - Whole Bead Show - NYC March, Iron 23, New York City NY.
Show is Thursday evening - Saturday.

March 24-26, 2023 - Innovative Beads Expo - Oaks PA March Greater Philadelphia Expo Center - Hall C, Oaks PA
Show is Friday-Sunday.

March 31-April 1, 2023 - Bead Mall Trunk Show, Dedham, MA
Holiday Inn Boston-Dedham, Westwood Room
Show is Saturday-Sunday.

May 12-13, 2023 - Bead Mall Trunk Show, MarlboroughMA
Embassy Suites by Hilton, Marlborough MA, Conference Room
Show is Saturday-Sunday.
Please note: I will be out of town and unable to vend at this show, but wanted my customers to be aware of this opportunity.

July 28-30, 2023 - Whole Bead Show - Oaks PA July,
Greater Philadelphia Expo Center - Hall A
Show is Friday-Sunday.

August 2-5, 2023 - Bead Fest, Lancaster PA
Lancaster County Convention Center
Show is Thursday-Saturday.

September 9, 2023 tentative date - CT Bead Bazaar, Middletown CT
The Elks Club
Show is Saturday.

October 12-14, 2023 - Whole Bead Show - NYC October, Iron 23, New York City NY.
Show is Thursday evening - Saturday.

October 28, 2023 - BDI Bead Affaire, Watertown MA. The Beadesigners International is permanently moving their show to the 4th Saturday in October to avoid show conflicts. I'll see you there.
Show is Saturday.



-- Sheila Checkoway