An Evening with Heather Trimlett

October 23, 2020

After a quick tour of her studio, Heather will demonstrate the making of a simple twisted cane and the application of that cane to a bead. She will also share how she rounds up the bead with her much loved Round-up Tool. The second half of the demo will be a more complex twisted cane. Heather really appreciates questions, so feel free to ask during the demo!

Heather Trimlett’s knowledge of glass beadmaking is extensive, shaped by over 28 years at the torch. Her work approaches perfection and pushes the envelope in shape and form. Her beads are vibrant in their color and enthusiastic design just like she is, their palette a crisp and clean mix of primary colors.

Heather’s first attempt at beadmaking was in 1989 when the American glass bead movement was in its infancy. By 1992 she had an oxygen and propane torch, and in 1993, she attended her first SGB (Society of Glass Beadmakers) Gathering in Prescott, Arizona.

Teaching her first class in 1994, Heather has packed classrooms in San Diego, and across the U.S. and Canada ever since. She is a natural instructor – encouraging, demonstrative and patient. It is the questions from her many students that make her study each and every move in her creative process. A born problem solver, Heather has also designed tools to make her glass beadmaking easier. Her other passion is sharing her knowledge of bead making with others and she has written tutorials to do just that. The bottom line? Heather Trimlett loves making beads and has no intention of slowing down anytime soon!

You can see more of Heather’s work on her website!

Dragon members have access to this recorded presentation, found on our Facebook Members Group.