On the plus side though, evenings are getting lighter and I've seen some snowdrops...looks like spring is on the way! :)
I've just listed some new beads on ebay, including a lovely moon bead made with gold foil and this pebble set. I read a tutorial a while ago by Heather Webb of Bumpy Beads (at least, I think it was...) and loved it so much I've made these beads in lots of different colours!

