Janet Flynn- wonderful teacher and mentor, Bead & Button instructor and published beader. I owe so much to Janet, please look at her wonderful work. www.janetflynn.com
Northern Virginia Bead Society-founded in 1992 with over 200 members. The purpose of the Society is to encourage the appreciation and creation of visual arts through beads and beadry, through education and fostering a network for the exchange of ideas. I am currently President of the Society. www.nvbs.bravepages.com
Bead Bungalow- a great bead and gift shop in Annapolis, MD surrounded by great little shops. Well worth the road trip, a wonderful deli down the street to make a day of it. www.beadbungalow.com
Accents Beads- in Rockville, MD. It is like the Sears of bead stores in the area. If they don't have it, they will get it. Great classroom. www.accentsbeads.com
Cedar Lakes- Nestled in the Appalachian foothills of the Ohio River Valley, Cedar Lakes Conference Center began with a vision for the education of young people. What started as an FFA/FHA Camp with four cabins and four auxiliary buildings has grown into a Conference Center composed of a large variety of guest lodging styles with indoor meeting spaces. Cedar Lakes Conference Center provides year-round facilities in a natural setting that enhances any type of program - educational, inspirational, or recreational. Click on Craft Center to link to workshop info. www.cedarlakes.com
BeadBabe- a wonderful site to find all your beading needs and great articles on beading and jewelry. www.BeadBabe.com