For some reason this popped up on my home page today and I don’t remember watching it before. So nice to see her face and hear her voice. I miss her so much already. Rip sweet Wendy. ❤️🙏
This came up on my feed & I hadn’t ever seen your face yet even though I’ve been watching your tutorials for a while now. When you said I know where the journey began but I’m not sure when it’s supposed to end, that brought tears to my eyes. RIP sweet girl & thank you for the light you brought to our world. 🌻
Oh sweet Wendy , you was such a kind lady . It was a treat coming across this video and seeing and hearing you . It's hard to believe someone was cruel to you . Wendy you will be so missed by many. May you find eternal happiness with our Lord Jesus . 😇🥰💖
I’m new to jewelry making... and enjoy your channel... ignore the nay-sayers.. like they say... misery loves company... thank you for sharing your journey... Crafty Hugz
I have been watching and learning from your videos for years. I still cannot believe you are gone. Rest in Peace sweet lady, thank you for your videos.
Bless your heart Wendy! Just ignore those who can’t say anything nice! Thanks for all your videos and the time and effort you put into them. Thanks so much for your heartfelt message, hopefully it touches those who needed to see it.
You did not fail on that last show! The city failed and the people that set the show up in the first place should of checked out things before setting the date. You are doing great with your video's! The mistakes made, makes it real and I feel like it makes it more interesting. Also, it lets me know that the mistakes I make is just a learning journey!
@@thisbeadedlife It's true what she said, because alot of them make it look so easy .And when I did my first bracelet it took about a hour. The beads kept falling off then when I was trying to do the crimp bead I had the same problem you had . So I hope if you keep doing this you will get the success that you are looking for. 🤗💖
Thank you so much for keeping this up where I can still see the sweet lady whose tutorials I enjoy so much! Social media attracts some very ugly people and it's hard for people who are loving and caring not to be hurt by them.
The first time I heard about you was Chris’ tribute. I checked out your uTube channel and came across this video where you poured out your heart. I love your humanity, humility, and vulnerability. I can only imagine the effort that goes into creating a jewelry video! I celebrate your time on earth and the impact you had on folk’s lives. I know there’s a giant work bench in Heaven waiting for crafters like me; I fully expect to see you at the head of that table! I can not wait! Love and peace to your family and friends, and comfort to them in their remaining time here. A glorious day awaits those who believe and trust in Jesus; we shall all be together soon!❤️
I've just started making jewelry and I get frustrated when I can't get something right so it's so helpful to see that all of us struggle. I love your voice and giggles, it's so soothing. Much love from California.
I share so many of the bad experiences with craft shows as you do. I live in Mississippi and the town I live in doesn’t have many craft shows. Weather has been my biggest problem. The main show is in April and I have done it 2 years in a row. Both shows were in awful cold, windy and rainy with rafts being OUTSIDE. I did not do it last year and weather was the same. That was my best business move. My journey started as fun to keep my hands and mind busy after retirement. But it DOES get pricey. I have also donated to schools. Don’t let the ugly comments get you down. She must have a miserable life. Like I said before, I relate to so many of the things you addresses. Thanks for sharing with us.
Such a beautiful soul, gone too soon. Heaven's stars shine a bit brighter now. I will miss you even though we never met. Love and prayers for your family.
Wendy let the haters hate, you are doing wonderful. Don't let these people get to you or still your joy. Do what you like and keep living for the lord. Love you girl
Oh darlin, please don’t ever give up. I adore watching your videos. I’m new to this as well. Your videos are awesome for me because they are not perfect. I love 💕 how honest you are. We don’t learn anything without the mix ups and mistakes.
Wendy you will be greatly missed. You were my go to for jewelry making,,i loved your inspiration and love for making jewelry. Gone to soon but i know you're with our father in heaven. I pray for your family❤❤❤❤❤❤p
Keep keeping it real! I love watching your tutorials. You always explain things well. Even those who’ve been making jewelry for years, sometimes have issues! No one is perfect. If we were, we wouldn’t need Jesus.
You are one of my favorite people to watch. I look forward to your videos and have learned so much from you. Keep being you and know that for every negative comment there are many more positive comments!
Unless that women walks on water ignore her I love ur videos u have a great talent and from the bottom of my heart thank u very much I know it's a lot of 2filming and editing them so thank u
I’ve watched you for a couple of months, but haven’t commented until now. It’s SO refreshing to see a video “real”! In fact, I hate it when they’re edited so much it’s choppy; I’ll stop watching. You do a great job. Maybe it’s time to get the Etsy going...?😉
I'm so sorry you had rude comments! You are doing a fine job! I have been making jewelry for several years and I still have trouble with things. Don't let rude comments discourage you! God bless you!
Wendy, I'm so sorry you've had to deal with unkind and rude comments! Maybe you should just have a hard and fast rule for your channel---no negativity allowed. Just delete and block. I know a lot of other youtubers have that rule for their channels. Don't even bother to give them the time or energy by responding. Then you will only have positivity in your space and the beautiful space you have created for all of your followers, subscribers, and friends. I love your channel and all of your videos!! You keep it real, bloopers and all lol. You are such a kind, beautiful, sweet, and talented woman!! Your love for creating, sharing, friendship, and God truly shows through your videos. I have been designing jewelry for many years and I still learn new things all the time and I learn new things from You!! Thank you for all of the video you share with all of us!! I'm very thankful for your YT channel because without it we might not have ever gotten to know each other and became friends. Much love and hugs to you my sweet friend!! 💕
I watched the video about the chain and thought it was awesome. Some people are just not happy with themselves. Let Go and Let God deal with them. I heard your love for your children and I pray that you receive the comfort deep within. I also pray all goes well with your father and you continue to show us your creativity, love, compassion and humor. I normally crochet but due to pain in my hand and arm I had to stop. Beading, stringing and wiring is new to me. I create because it keeps me from fussing, cussing, flipping throwing, and choking lol, I have a teenage son. Stay true to you and you are correct no one knows what a person is going through. Continue to enjoy until it is no longer a Joy.
Thank you for the encouraging words Bridget! I laughed out lous at your "fussing, cussing, flipping, throwing..." I think anyone who has ever had a teenager can identify : )
Wendy, please don't let that rude lady's comment bother you. I love your down to earth style, and the bloopers. Like you say, nobody's perfect. I've had to rip out more stuff than I've probably made! I was on the fence bout the coreana chain until I watched your video and now I plan to order some and try it! I also know what you mean about frustrating craft shows. I live in a very small town in Kentucky and we only have two or three every year, and because of my health I'm not able to do the ones they have outdoors, so I'm limited to one or maybe two during the holiday season. And I simply cannot use those crimping pliers! I've tried and tried and watched many people using them, and they just don't work for me. I just smash them and cover them up with a crimp cover! When I was watching your video I thought "That's me! That's what happens when I try to use them! Thank goodness I'm not the only one!" So don't give up! You are very much appreciated!
K Hello Wendy I’m a Jewerly maker just keep loving and doing what you do and no matter what ones says they are not walking in your shoes just keep being yourself and share your talent and being the kind person that you are. Jewerly making is a very competitive business so you must love your craft to keep doing it even when you are not making money wish you much success . Keep giving it will come back to you keep your hands open the blessing will come.
I'm an experience beader and i enjoy you i respect your honesty. Don't get discouraged. It's good to make money but i do for the love of art. Your work is Lovly you voice is peaceful your a person of faith. Keep going God will light your path!
Miss Wendy, you do not need to apologize for doing what most RU-vid people fail to do “BE REAL.” I really appreciate that you allow use to see your true process. It made me feel like if I made a mistake it’s ok and beside gives all of us creative license. You and your channel are amazing. I hope you will remember haters are going to hate. My friend Bonita told me about your channel and I love it. Keep doing things your way. People need to get over themselves. Thank you for all the hard work you put into to do these videos. May God continue to strengthen you and your family. Thank you again so much and thank you for sharing your journey. I am praying God gives you wisdom so that you will become wealthy beyond your wildest dreams because of your faithfulness. 😍😍😍😍
Just saw this video, since I have discovered your channel, I watch you almost everyday. I love your honesty and faith in God. I pray your journey has been fruitful. GOD BLESS!
Hi, MY name Is Merris and I appreciate your honesty and that you don't claim to be perfect. Keep doing your videos the way you've been doing. Thank you
It is so sad. You are the second or third person whom I watch who has felt they had to make a video, to explain their creative journey. My feeling is that if you dislike the video, stop watching and keep your mean-spirited comments to yourself...no one cares about your pettiness. I love your videos. You are funny and straightforward. It doesn't matter if you're not perfect. Everyone should know that you don't sell your "fails". It's a tutorial for heaven's sake. Your coreana video taught me something about crimp ends that none of the sites made clear for me. Don't let anyone suck the joy out of the fun you're having. Oh, and don't worry that you aren't sure of the names of some components--every fricking site calls them something different. I just keep changing the descriptor until I get the component I want.
Don't worry about the haters on social media. Just keep doing what you do. It's fabulous. I have been making jewelry for the last nine yrs. I don't go to bead shows because I have severe asthma. Perfumes and colognes can kill me as well as everyday chemicals. Most everything I received beading wise I purchase online. I'm sorry that I forgot to properly introduce myself. I'm Beth, I live in Orlando, Fla and I'm the Grandmother of 9. Please just keep doing the good things and remember God loves you. Please say a prayer for this person. Have a blessed evening.
Oh hun I love your videos and I didn't even know about the coreana chain until you had it out and I love when you leave in the bloopers I guess that's what you call them I can't stand the people that have the videos that are so perfect and they don't make any mistakes. and I find the people that leave the snarky comments if you just heart their comment it kind of puts a burr in their pocket if you know what I mean? and they just go away. I've been here from quite a while now. I just don't comment much. I'm down here just for below you in South Carolina not too far from Myrtle Beach. Stay warm and keep making your videos when you can I look forward to them. ✌💗🐾😘
Hi Wendy. I love your channel. Don't change a thing. You are open kind & friendly. I feel like you are a beading buddy even though its just watching you videos. If someone wants perfection they can go to a class and pay. Please keep doing things just the way you are. Don't get frustrated!! You are my inspiration & and a blessing. Thank you😀
Dearest Wendy... First, ThankYou...I am ALWAYS so very Inspired by all your video's I've looked for, and watched. Please know that for all your Inspired followers, there's always others out there wanting to "rain on your Parade", who look to find fault...you know, the kind who think they're perfect or better than others. In actuality...threatened by your success. You are doing so much Good, in what you do. You keep it REAL, and teach others the ups & downs, and THAT boosts OUR sense of confidence, to know it's all part of making jewelry!!! I agree whole heartedly, with an earlier comment, Misery DOES luv company!!! God Bless you Always...😇 I hope you keep on keepin on!!! 😉😊👍
You are a joy to watch. Do not listen to negative folks. I always enjoy watching your videos. Magical crimping pliers work with 2 mms crimps without seams. I love mine but it took me a while to use them correctly. Never give up on your jewelry making. You do a wonderful job.
Bless you! I think we all have our struggles before hitting our stride. Please don't feel you need to apologize for a stranger's bad behaviour. I find my jewelry making to be soothing and peaceful. I sell some and hope to break even some day! You do Wendy beautifully, don't change a thing! ❤
Windy i appreciate you. I am learning so much from your videos, I watch you daily. Thanks for your transparency. You don't need to relate to the negatives. I pray for your financial success.
Keep up the Good work Wendy. We learn by the mistakes we make, so no, you shouldn't edit them out. The world is filled with "instant gratification ". Anything worthwhile takes trial and error. I enjoy your videos!! I'm sorry to hear of your struggles. Don't let negative comments beat you down. Keep being you!! Hugs my Friend!! M.
I've been making jewelry for several years now. It started out as kind of a hobby, but then, I had so much stock, I needed to unload some of it. My mom and my sister-in-law were my best clients. And my mom was a part of a bridge group who admired her jewelry, and so I got to sell many pieces to her friends. Sadly, a couple years ago, first my sister-in-law passed away suddenly after hip replacement surgery, then my mom passed away 8 months later. So my client base went away, as well as my will to even make jewelry. I'm still trying to get back into it. I love to watch videos of jewelry makers who keep in the bloopers. I am not on any kind of social media. I think it's a lot of hooey, full of fakes and phonys. I am thinking of opening an etsy store, but apparently you need to have a social media existence for that to be really successful. Lucky for me, both of my daughters are on social media and so can promote me. All that said, I greatly admire anyone who puts themselves out there on RU-vid. You really open yourself up to all kinds of criticism from people who have not walked in your shoes. I watch lots of jewelry makers (beadshop.com, artbeads.com, backtoearthcreations.com, jessejamesbeads.com are some of my favorites) and have learned a lot. But also, a lot of my learning has come from just doing. Trial and error. I love that you show your mistakes. That will very much help someone who is trying to perfect a technique. I know from personal experience that we place more weight on personal attacks than on the positive feedback. I wish it weren't so, but I think it's because of our own personal insecurities. I hope you will know how much your videos inspire new jewelry makers (and even more seasoned ones like myself) and will let the negativity just roll off. Easier said than done, I know, but the great majority of us are pulling for you. Please let that count in your heart.
Don't let those comments get you down. You are awesome. I have been making jewelry for 3 years and i still have yet to open an etsy store. So keep your head up things will get better.
Wendy I know this is an old video and I’m just now seeing it. I have been subscribed to your channel for a few months and I love watching your videos and I find inspiration from you. So don’t listen to the ones who are jealous. You have inspired me to start getting my bead box subscriptions and inspiration when I feel like I’m not doing a good job with my jewelry.
I love your videos. Your designs are beautiful. Don't let the Debbie downer's get you down. You are wonderful! So what if you make a mistake. Keep up the wonderful job you do!!
Your videos are great. Please don’t get frustrated. I look forward every time you post a new tutorial. Just ask yourself one question where is her tutorials. Anyway please keep beading.
God loves you Wendy and so do I 💓😍 This video is exactly why I follow you. You are exactly who you say you are. I enjoy the purity and realness you bring to us. I'm a little late to this particular video. Will view this as a chance to say, " Yep that is Wendy and she is pretty darn cool 😎." Thanks for all the time you so freely share with us👏👏👏🌟👏👏👏🙏✌️🖖💗
Wendy, I make fire starters out of dryer fuzz and toilet paper rolls...fill them with the fuzz then roll the tp roll in waxed paper and twist the ends for a place to start from! They work really well most of the time...and kindling is always very helpful! I’m not an expert but saw that fire starter on a you tube! Worked well for me when we were living in the shop...I never had to really do that before and found it frustrating at first! Hang in there, Wendy! Life can be hard because of people sometimes! You’re doing great! 😁
Wendy,people will say such bad things…generally they are jealous because they can’t…your jewelry you make is excellent and I’ve been making it for a long time and you help me❤❤❤🌺🌺
I have been making jewelry for over 30 years, and I had never done any with the coreana chain, so I did order some from you. You do not need to pay attention to any negative comments, if someone is watching, in my opinion they should keep their mouth shut from any negative comments. I enjoy your channel! You do beautifully. I have taught several little grands and great grands how to make simple things. I have tons of beads, and take I do in spells. I have also tried lots of hobbies, a memma in Texas!
We watch you because of you. NO one is perfect. Those people who tried to shame you is wrong. They need to look at them selves first. Your a down to earth woman who the rest of us regular women can relate too. Dont let the haters get you down. Your an amazing woman
I love watching your videos, and your style of jewellery is very like mine. Keep your chin up, and keep doing what you love. It's encouraging to see the odd blooper, and you always laugh with it. None of us are perfect. We all have our own styles and the end results are reached in different ways. Enjoy your weekend. I very much look forward to seeing your next video.❤
Well said Wendy, the bloopers are fun. I do the same things all the time, it’s being human. Love watching your videos, you have great ideas. Keep it up.
I found this channel after you had gone and it is was a few weeks before I realized. I have learned a lot from you and you had a god given talent. This video was the first time I had put a face to your voice. I continue to watch now with a odd sadness
Wendy, please don’t change anything you do. I love your bloopers. They make me feel like I am sitting with a girlfriend. As another you tuber said “you be you”.
I also feel like giving up sometimes in my jewelry making, but we all feel like that so my suggestion is keep doing what you do I love your channel and the jewelry you make I don't like to talk bad about people we all do the best we can we learn from our mistakes I agree what you said and like your jewelry Journey I would like to share my pictures of my jewelry with you, I can email you the link.
I Wendy, I,m so sorry you had bad comments. I love watching you and have learned a lot from you. Just ignore those comments. People have no idea what they are doing when they comment like that. If they can do better then let them do it! Keep up the good work!
I never thought I would be making jewelry and here I am. I love your videos they do help me a lot. And you are doing a fantastic job. Take care and God bless
Hi, all I have to say is thank you for all the tutorials you offer us. People should be grateful that you post free tutorials. I for one cannot afford lessons so thank you for everything and for being real! Showing things not working out is great because things are never perfect.
Wendy, you have no need to apologize, but it does seem to me that someone owes you one! It never cease to amaze me how some will say something to someone on social media that they would never say to one in person. So just keep the faith and press on, by the way I love the earrings. Happy beading!
Bless your precious heart! I'm a fairly new subscriber to your channel but I'm loving it! I'm so sorry that someone was that rude to you. It's so easy for mean people to hide behind a screen and torment someone. You are such a sweet person! Please don't let those cowardly bullies get under your skin. Hold your head up high sweetheart and just keep doing you!
Wendy I love your videos and I am making jewelry for 15 years. I’m sorry there are some nasty people out there and it seems this person really upset you. You are such a sweet, kind person to share your designs, techniques and journey. People should really watch what they say to others because you are right, you never know what someone is feeling or going through. Why would anyone want to hurt someone else. It’s just not right. I hope you continue and hang in there , it takes time to sell , just keep posting or maybe you should try a live you tube auction sale. Matt and Yvonne have recently done so and seems to be successful. Good Luck
Good morning Wendy, I'm not a comment kind of person, but I just wanted you to know that I look forward to all your videos, your a real person. I haven learned so much from you. Like you I have made so much and have not been so successful at all my jewelry making, but its people like you that keeps me going. I look forward to coming home from the very rude corporate world and playing with you. You are a blessing to me. God bless you and your wonderful real self.
please don't get discouraged!! I enjoy your videos very much. there are always those who spread negativity instead of being helpful. so sorry you had to experience that. keep going your a very good teacher!!!! best regards, nancy
Wendy, I really enjoy your videos. Don’t let one or more negative comment stop you. I ordered beads from bead box after watching your video. Hang in there, you will succeed!
I just don't get it, if someone doesn't like what you say or do they don't have to watch it. I just love your videos and have been watching them for a long time. It is so nice to get on here and watch you create such beauty and not think about what is going on in the world today. I appreciate your videos and will continue to watch them as long as you keep making them. Thank you for all the time and effort you put into them. 🌺🌻🌼🌸🌹🏵🥀💐
Hey, Wendy! Your situation has happened to about 5 of the RU-vid channel holders that I watch. I don't know how you do it. People are so insensitive these days. You do good work and we would miss your tutorials if you left. Hang in there as long as you can, but believe me I would understand. Thanks for all you do for us subscribers!
Wendy, I’m so sorry you have to endure ugly comments from those who use this type of forum to hurt you with their words! I love that you keep your bloopers in your videos! I have the same problems you have with regular crimpers and bought the magical crimpers and they are much easier to use!! Lol. Faith in GOD will always triumph all evil!! You are very talented and I hope you continue to make jewelry and tutorials for us that enjoy them!! God bless!! ❤️📿🌸
Thank you for an insight into your journey Wendy, that just makes us love you all the more. I've been watching you from the beginning and seen you and your channel grow. You have touched me greatly with your videos and laughter, it has brought light into those dark days or put a smile on my face when I needed it. Just as you stated we don't know what the other is going through so we should never tear one another down but rather lift each other up. Please don't ever feel the need to apologize for being the Great, Creative, Wonderful, Realistic Person that you are!
Thank you Latricia! I know you have been with me from the start! I feel like you are my old friend : ) Not old as in age but old as in for a long time lol
I have loved watching the things you have made with the bargain bead box, I also have loads of finished projects which I have not sold either because I didn’t think they were good enough or couldn’t work out what to charge. Keep up your good work from Adelaide South Australia
I hope you don't let a few mean spirited people keep you from enjoying your jewelry making and sharing it with your many fans. I love your videos, and I don't see any bloopers in them, just learning experiences! I like the fact that you show that making jewelry is not always as easy as it looks and sometimes you have to try a few times to get it right. It makes me feel better when it happens to me. Thank you so much for sharing your journey with us. We appreciate you!!!
You are so brave for making this video!! Way to stand up for yourself!! I have been a subscriber from almost the very beginning. I love watching your videos. I don't think I've ever commented though. We have a very similar jewelry making journey. I also started about 3 years ago by watching tutorials on RU-vid. I too want to try all of the things!! Lol!! But unlike you I have been unable to put my work out there. I would like to get into craft shows but I don't know where to start. I've thought about making an Etsy page but that idea sounds so overwhelming. Don't let negative people get you down. You are amazing!!!
Hi Brooke! The Etsy page isnt hard to start at all. They walk you right through it. The hard part is talking the time to upload all the photos and write the descriptions.Its just time consuming. And Ive heard its very hard to get traffic to your store. Im still not sure how you accomplish that part lol. As far as craft shows go, I just google something like "craft shows near me" and see what pops up.
Dearest Wendy although you are not hear anymore we all can still watch your videos. You are so precious. I am truly sorry that I didn’t get to know you better.Even though I didn’t know you well you death has really upset me. I can’t imagine how much your family has been missing you.Anyway good bye for now.and thanks so much for just being you. I think it would of blown your mind and heart to see how much you were loved ❤❤❤ Teri
I’ve never understood how people could be so mean on RU-vid video tutorials..they’re getting something for FREE! And yet they still complain! But that’s life. You’re never gonna please everyone. Keep making jewelry, keep blessing people with your gift. I’m in the same boat, I love to create and I sell very little. But I love gifting to ladies and girls and my church. Maybe for now that is all my gift is meant for. Hope this helps, have a very blessed week 🙏👍❤️
Hi Marissa! Yes, I understand how you feel. I feel the same way. maybe the gift right now is just meant to bless others. Its funny that you say that, I told my husband the same thing just the other day : )
I've been a jewelry maker for years. My husband passed away 3 years ago, and I put aside my jewelry making for quite awhile. Watching your videos made me want to get my supplies out and start again. Thank you so much. Love your videos just the way they are.
Hey Wendy, I wanted to let you know that I love watching your videos. I'm so excited when I see that you've posted a new video. You are my favorite jewelry making youtuber mostly because you're real in you videos. I have had a few negative comments on my videos too recently. It seems that some people are not happy if they aren't complaining about something and being rude to others. I've had to ignore a few that I thought about commenting back to but ultimately I decided that it was a waste of my time and effort to acknowledge that negativity. On the note of the magical crimping pliers. I have a pair and I both love and hate them. They do turn your crimps into beads and make your pieces look much nicer. However, they don't always work and they hurt my hand very quickly. I've actually gotten blisters from them and they have cut my coreana chain at the crimp a couple times because I didn't get it on there exactly right. I was actually going to send you some when I had the money but if you are interested in getting some now you can get them at Hobby Lobby. They are $19.99 and if you use your 40% off coupon they are like $11.99. They also need special crimps which can be found right next to the tool and are $6.99. I always make my honey go with me so I can get both for 40% off lol. Anyway don't let people's negativity get to you. You are an extremely talented jewelry designer and you inspired me to start my own channel after putting it off for so long. Besides some of the more edited videos for jewelry making are boring to me. Ttyl and don't get discouraged.
Thanks so much Kasey! I really enjoy your videos. I dont know why people feel the need to be negative. There are nice ways to leave constructive criticism. Im proud of you for starting your channel and posting your videos and your jewelry is beautiful!
Please, please, please do not listen to negative people. You have so... many more followers who love your videos and love sharing your experiences with us in making your designs. You have opened my eyes to different ways to do something or try something out that I might not have considered other wise. I also love..your reviews on products and...your bloopers which are just like me. You are one of 2 of my favorites that I watch consistantly. The other one is Alesha, from Beadifulnights. So you are up there my dear in wonderfulness. So try to ignore the nay sayers. Don't give them time in reading their garbage and don't give them time on your channel. I am going to make sure i comment on your vids and say what is beautiful about them. That is my commitment to you. It's also nice to put a face with your name. You look great with the fireplace behind you. Blessings to you and yours. 😇👍👏👏🎶
It is too bad that you had such a bad experience. You are one of my favorites to watch. I really appreciate the reviews and tutorials. Was just working on a Coreana Chain necklaces yesterday & today because of your video. Thanks so much and keep up the great work!
