- Mar 10, 2020
- 1 min
Beading Adventures in Paradise…
If you’ve wondered why I haven’t posted recently, it’s because a well-deserved vacation had been in order for some time. There truly is...
- Feb 6, 2020
- 1 min
At This Time Every Year…
When winter still holds a firm grasp in the Midwest and the dreariness of cold and grey skies abound, my very being begins to crave...
- Jan 29, 2020
- 2 min
There’s a Saying…
Less is sometimes more. The silver pendant shown above is a large, rather heavy and substantial piece and the 24″ double link chain...
- Jan 22, 2020
- 1 min
It’s What’s On Your Workbench Wednesday!
Here’s what I’ve been working on…bezels and charms. I’m now ready to set the oval moss-colored nephrite cabochon into a bezel that has a...
- Jan 15, 2020
- 1 min
Enough With The Rings Already…
Well, at least for now anyway. I really do love to make and wear rings and believe that one can never have too many! But, I’ll take a...
- Dec 4, 2019
- 1 min
Natural Beauty…
Living in the country surrounded by prairie and forest, I can’t help but be inspired by nature! I’ve just finished a piece that reminds...
- Nov 22, 2019
- 1 min
More Resin Works in Progress…
I so love wearing the rings I’ve made using faux crystals! Everywhere I go people comment on how unusual they are and ask what types of...
- Nov 4, 2019
- 2 min
Is Bigger Better?
In my opinion, when it comes to rings, bigger is definitely better! Creating statement rings is what I’m into at the moment and I’m...
- Oct 31, 2019
- 1 min
Maybe It’s The Weather…
My workbench is filled with half-finished jewelry projects, but frankly, I just want to hibernate today! I feel like a bear…ready to...
- Oct 25, 2019
- 1 min
Amuletum…
The present day term, Amulet, denotes an ornament or charm thought to bestow mystical powers and/or provide protection against evil,...
- Oct 18, 2019
- 1 min
Lots Going On Here!
Lest you surmise that I’ve spent the last few weeks lounging around, eating bon-bons and drinking champagne, this should set the record...
- Oct 3, 2019
- 1 min
Hunkering Down…
If you’ve been looking for me or wondering what I’m making of late, here’s your answer. I’ve been in my metals studio immersed in...
- Sep 19, 2019
- 2 min
Joy and Sorrow…
This past week has been one that is both bittersweet and emotional. I rode high on a cloud of excitement and inspiration upon returning...
- Sep 12, 2019
- 1 min
Hurrah!!!
I’m off to take a three-day workshop with Susan Lenart Kazmer! I know I will learn so much! Friday will be spent doing a full day of...
- Sep 7, 2019
- 1 min
Banglemania…
What have I been working on this past week? You guessed it…a slew of bangles. I’ve been filling orders for them and have also managed...
- Aug 30, 2019
- 2 min
I Never Thought I’d Be Saying This, But…
I LOVE steel wire! The blue-black flashing that results with torching contrasts with silver and bronze so beautifully and hammered...
- Aug 13, 2019
- 1 min
Remember the Polymer Clay Components Shown in My Last Post?
Several of you have inquired as to whether I will have these polymer clay beads and components for sale. The answer is Yes…I’ve just...
- Aug 7, 2019
- 1 min
And Now…
It’s what’s on your work table Wednesday! I’ve been working with polymer clay this past week and these faux ivory, bone, ebony, and...
- Jul 19, 2019
- 1 min
A Great Find!
I’ve fired up the torch, polished my tools, and am back at my jeweler’s workbench and while looking through drawers and in storage boxes...
- Jul 4, 2019
- 1 min
Oodles and Oodles of…
Tube beads…ultra tiny, very thin (1/8” wide) polymer clay tube beads are what I’ve been making this past week. Varying somewhat in...