Ana Draeger

Design/Expertise-related information

What technique(s) are you particularly focusing on?
Stitching with seed beads and crystals using peyote, herringbone, right-angle weave, etc.

Since when have you already been holding workshops?
I have been teaching since 1999.

What fascinates you about using CRYSTALLIZED™ – Swarovski Elements?
The high quality and the color and style range offered. Also, the new styles and colors always being introduced, which serves as an inspiration.

What is your favorite CRYSTALLIZED™ color?
Garnet has always been my favorite, but I love the AB2X colors.

What is your favorite CRYSTALLIZED™ – Swarovski Element?
Bicones. They are the most versatile, come in the largest variety of colors and are most economical.

What is your favorite design you have ever created with CRYSTALLIZED™ – Swarovski Elements?
Crystal Zigzag, taught at the Tucson 2009 Create Your Style Event.

Personal information

What are your hobbies?
Reading, beading, journal writing, and spending time with my boys.

How would you describe yourself in three words?
Energetic, creative, and fun-loving

What would you definitely take with you on a lonely island?
My kids, a good book, my journal, and my stock of beads

What is the first thing at the day you usually do?
Hit snooze, I am a night owl.

What is your motto of life?
Find your voice, then use it!