I’ve just realise that this post was never properly published! I hope this will explain why I’ve been quiet!

I am so super excited I barely know what to do with myself!

I’m off to Pietermaritzburg for a two day beadwork conference at the University of KwaZulu Natal Centre for Visual Arts. Yes, I said a two day beadwork conference. In KZN. I am almost melting with anticipation. This is, believe it or not, the first time I’ve travelled alone in South Africa, and I’m really very excited.

I’m flying tomorrow to Durban, staying the night in Morningside, then going on a bead hunt! Three bead suppliers, the Phansi Museum, and the African Art Centre. If there’s time I may even try to make it to the BAT Centre. Then on the bus up to Pietermaritzburg. I’m even giving a half hour talk about our business on Thursday. Then Durban for the night, and an early morning flight in time to join in the festivities of the FIFA  final draw. Ooooh yeay, what a great week.

In other news, big, BIG thank yous to Brandie of Out and About Africa for her lovely post about Beloved Beadwork. What kind words. I hope we can live up to your expectations Brandie!