Virginia Jensen

Virginia Jensen is a bead artist living in western Colorado. After a long career as a graphic designer, sometime artist and craftsperson, Virginia discovered beadwork. Since 2004 she has been creating and teaching her own designs, working in traditional and innovative beadweaving stitches. Her interests and influences range from ancient Egyptian to writing poems and short stories to contemporary beads.

Virginia's focus is now on the multi-hole beads that have become so popular. If you've wondered how to make something fun with them, her latest books are for you! They include dozens of beginner to intermediate designs from very simple to elaborate for earrings, bracelets and necklaces.

Check out her web site virjenmettle.com, where you can find out all about her bead work and her other interests.