Sturgeon Bay Artist Recognized for Beadwork Jewelry

Necklace by Mary Lou Allen.

Beadwork artist Mary Lou Allen, of Sturgeon Bay, recently was awarded the Bronze Medal Grand Prize in the Fire Mountain Gems and Beads 2015 jewelry-making contest. Allen is known for her structural beaded pieces and has had her work shown and received awards in national and international juried shows and exhibitions. Her designs have also been featured in several books and publications. A selection of Allen’s beaded jewelry is available at Sievers School of Fiber Arts on Washington Island.