Beads At Dusti Creek

Nancy Gant "Simply Lampwork" Day 2
2020-10-17 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
​​Nancy Gant’s “Simply Lampwork” Studio will be at BDC.
Friday & Saturday, Oct. 16 & 17, for TWO DAYS ONLY.
The last time Nancy visited BDC was a little over seven months ago, just before the virus. This stop is her final scheduled visit to Portland for the rest of 2020.

If you’ve had the good fortune to meet her during one of her previous visits, you would have recognized her big, warm personality and would have seen the wonderful & whimsical fauna & flora that she creates with a flame and some special glass.
So, what has she been doing in her “spare” time?

Well, she’s expanded her repertoire. In addition to some new Fall and Halloween themed beads, Nancy has created some “Gnomes.”

There are also new “Ocean Moon” & “Forrest Scene.”Focal Beads that now feature Dichroic enhancement.

She has added a whole new family of delightful Dragons.

Nancy’s signature “Flower” Focal Beads now feature “Double-Sided Bouquets.”
And, of course, all of the Fanciful and Fun Creatures Nancy creates will also be in the house.

Friday, 11 AM – 6 PM. Saturday, 10 AM – 5 PM.
Below you’ll find a sampling of the wide variety of themes that emerge from Nancy’s creative vision. And if you take the time to visit, you’ll find a warm, engaging artist eager to share her gift.

This is just a sample of the artistry of Nancy Gant. To see it all, you’ll just have to visit BDC on Friday or Saturday.
You will be delighted.

Nancy Gant "Simply Lampwork" Day 1
2020-10-16 11:00 - 18:00

Happy Anniversary, BDC ! 15 Years!
2020-10-15 - 2020-10-18
“Time flies like an arrow; fruit flies like a banana.”
~ Groucho Marx
It has been 15 years since Beads At Dusti Creek first opened its doors.
Who’d ‘a thunk it?
The concept was simple: To provide local Portland Beaders with the quality of products that we use in our own projects, displayed in a well-lit and supportive environment. Giving advice for those who wish it gleaned from our own experience and free for the taking.
All in all, it’s simple to say: Challenging to do.
But you liked our approach and supported us.
Thank you.
It is difficult to express just how grateful we are for your support.
Thank you.
In recognition of our 15th Anniversary, we’re taking 15% OFF of virtually everything in the store. (Except our visiting Trunk Show, “Simply Lampwork”) From today, Thursday, Oct. 15th, thru Sunday, Oct. 18th. There may be some other exceptions, but they will be limited.
Discounts will be taken at the Register.

Rare Footage: Customers helping secure a BDC Dragonfly during a Ground Test !!

BDC CLOSED on Tuesdays
2020-09-29, 2020-09-22, 2020-09-15, 2020-09-08, 2020-09-01, 2020-08-25, 2020-08-18, 2020-08-11 and 13 more dates

BDC CLOSED for Labor Day Holiday
2020-09-07

Janu Gems Returns to BDC
2020-08-08 10:00 - 2020-08-09 16:00
Theodore, of Janu Gems, returns to BDC this weekend for a 2 day Trunk Show. Saturday & Sunday, August 8th & 9th.
We’re scrambling to reconfigure the shop to satisfy the Governor’s proscriptions and to include masks & distancing, while at the same time, providing enhanced and expanded displays of Janu Gems’ tempting offerings.
Here are some pictures from previous Janu Gems Trunk Shows.
Previous Janu Gems Trunk Show – Pics.
This is our first BDC Trunk Show in seven months, and the circumstances are a little complicated. But whatever the challenge, big as a war, or small as a virus, Americans have always risen to it. And this is not the first time we’ve been challenged. Here, from another era, is how one group responded.
“I know! Let’s put on a show !”

BDC CLOSED July 4th
2020-07-04
BDC CLOSED for Independence Day, July 4th.

We pause this 4th of July to remember the courage, strength, and perseverance of Molly Pitcher, during the Battle of Monmouth. Stepping in to load and fire the cannon when the regular gun crew was killed and injured, she remained calm under enemy fire. This was not part of her normal training or experience, but she was no shrinking violet. And yet she was nimble enough to get the job done. She even earned recognition from General Washington.

We believe that creative problem solving such as found in bead work, (planning, design, and execution) nurtures the creative muscle, and helps make the mind more nimble. So we celebrate Molly Pitcher this 4th of July.
Stay Nimble.
Dusti

BDC CLOSED Memorial Day
2020-05-25
BDC will be CLOSED on Monday, May 25th, in observance of Memorial Day.
Tuesday, May 26th is a normally CLOSED day for BDC.
We will return to serve all your beading needs on Wednesday, May 27th.

BDC CLOSED for Easter Sunday.
2020-04-12
Beads At Dusti Creek will be CLOSED for Easter Sunday.
We’ll look forward to serving your beading needs once again, starting Monday, April 13.

"Simply Lampwork" T. S.
2020-03-06 - 2020-03-07
(Be sure and check out ALL the Pics at the bottom of this post.)

​​Nancy Gant’s “Simply Lampwork” Studio
will be at BDC
Friday & Saturday, March 6th & 7th,
for 2 DAYS ONLY .
The last time Nancy visited
BDC was a little over a year ago,
and this is her only scheduled
appearance in Portland for the rest of 2020.

You may have met her on a previous visit,
and would have seen the wonderful & whimsical
Fauna & Flora that she creates
with a flame and some special glass.

So, what has she been up to?

She’s expanded her repertoire.

The cute rabbits above are part of Nancy’s
New “Mix ‘n Match” 3 piece bunnies sets
that let you assemble them any which way,
to suit your fancy.

There are also new “Ocean Moon” & “Forrest Scene”
Focal Beads that now feature Dichroic enhancement.

She has added a whole new family of delightful Dragons.

Nancy’s signature “Flower” Focal Beads
now feature “Double-Sided Bouquets”.

And, of course, all of the Fanciful & Fun Creatures that
Nancy is noted for will also be in the house.

Friday, 11 AM – 6 PM.
Saturday, 10 AM – 5 PM.
These “thematically correct” Easter Bunnies are “Mix ‘n Match”, that is they come in 3 pieces, so you can select the head, body, and legs in any combination you like !!
