Behind the Scenes at Bead and Button 2013

The annual Bead and Button Bead Show in Milwaukee, WI is one of the largest bead shows in the world. It’s a chance for artists, designers, bead enthusiasts and vendors from all over the world to come together, learn and buy beautiful and unique beads. This year was no different. Here is a run down…

Takako Sako and the “Costume of Kabuki” Beaded Kimono

At this year’s Bead and Button Show in Milwaukee WI there was a large contingent of Japanese beaders and an amazing Japanese Exhibit featuring this beautiful kimono. Entitled “Costume of Kabuki” this kimono was designed and handmade by Takako Sako, one of Japan’s premier bead weavers. The kimono is a life-size reproduction of the stage…