Monday, November 14, 2011

Have yourself a handmade Holiday!

I created a collection of super cool gift ideas for the holidays. There is something for everyone. No need to hit the department stores for christmas. You can buy clothes, geek gear, jewelry and so much more. Make sure to check out this collection and all the shops included in it.

Sunday, October 2, 2011

I was a very bad girl! Bead Shopping!

I hit the bead show yesterday and picked up some yummy candy. It is always overwhelming and I always wish that I had more money to spend.  I tend to buy things that catch my eye. The only thing I wish I could have purchased were some unbelievable booulder opals from Queensland, Australia. One day.

Here are some photos of my latest purchases. Some of this may end up in the supply shop, so if you see something you like, leave me a note.



I bought a beautiful labradorite cabachon and rounds. Hoping to turn that one into a bead embroidery collar.








Sunday, September 25, 2011

New Direction Sterling Necklaces

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

New Crystal and Wire Wrapped Bangle Bracelets

I've been a wrapping fool. I'm obsessed with these bangles. They look great alone or all lined up on my arm. Made with stainless steel bangle bases and then wrapped with Swarovski crystals. Each of the 60 plus crystals are hand wrapped with anti-tarnish silver plated copper wire.

Monday, July 11, 2011

Change is Coming

I've decided to make a change in my jewelry designing. I will be concentrating more on natural materials in my creations. Along with the natural materials, I will be upgrading my metals to sterling silver and gold filled. I will continue to create in brass and copper too. I suppose there is always transition within creating. Trends, seasons, and a certain amount of passion for wanting to try new techniques. I am still in the process of finding what works for me. I am enjoying working with leather and gemstones. I have always loved wrap bracelets and found the Chan Luu style leather and gemstones fascinating. After repeated attempts, I Think I may have figured out how to make them myself. Have a look at some of my newest leather and gemstone bracelets. You can check out all of them at my Studio