Meet Darcy
Welcome to Snails and Fairy Dust. My name is Darcy, and I live in East Sussex, having moved here from Brooklyn, NY in 2020 with my husband, our two daughters and our half-feral Brooklyn street cat. The name Snails and Fairy Dust was inspired by my daughters and how they can find wonder and joy in the things adults take for granted, like following a snail or building a fairy house from foraged materials.
I am a self-taught bead artist and have over 25 years of experience. I find the slow and deliberate act of beading is like a meditation or prayer for me.
My dream for this space is to share the magic of beading with you. I feel like people are afraid to attempt bead weaving but I hope to be able to demystify the process so that you can incorporate this meditative practice into your well-being routine.
I think now more than ever; we need to disconnect, slow down and be mindful of something as simple as one tiny bead at a time.
I wish you so much joy.
Darcy
Each Month Inside Bead Camp
✨One Exclusive Video Tutorial
A thoughtfully designed project you won’t find anywhere else — filmed step-by-step so you can settle in and create with confidence.
✨Two Brand-New Beading Patterns
Beautifully written patterns you can return to again and again, building your skills gently and steadily.
Full Access to the Bead Camp Library
Over 18 months of past tutorials and patterns — a growing treasure trove of inspiration and techniques.
The Bead Camp Community
Our private community app where members share photos, ask questions, celebrate progress and connect with fellow beaders from around the world.