- Aug 18, 2021
- 1 min
Twiggy…
In the late 1990’s I took a jewelry class geared primarily to casting. I had always wanted to try casting metal and I figured I would...
- Aug 7, 2021
- 1 min
Primordial…
My “Primordial” neckpiece is actually a work in progress. I’d been creating components for several weeks and managed to finish enough to...
- Aug 2, 2021
- 1 min
Just Four Days Left!
Time’s running out! If you’ve been thinking about signing up but haven’t, I want to remind you that registration for the Intentional...
- Jul 22, 2021
- 1 min
Carpe Diem!
Are you ready? Now’s the time to sign up…registration for the live Intentional Metalsmithing e-course is now open! Whether you want to...
- Jul 15, 2021
- 1 min
Working with “Way Back When”…
During the Ice Age Mastodon roamed the earth from the Arctic to what is now the Tropics. To hold Mastodon bone in my hands and work with...
- Jul 7, 2021
- 1 min
Something New, Something Blue…
Lapis Lazuli and Carnelian Heart Drop Earrings Something red/orange too! Our weather has been so lovely that I haven’t been spending as...
- Jun 28, 2021
- 2 min
I’ve Found That…
My beading muse is indeed a fickle lady. She visited me non-stop for several years in a row and then poof!…she took off for parts unknown...
- Jun 21, 2021
- 1 min
Classes?
I’m frequently asked if I teach. I do write beading and jewelry-making tutorials , but aside from that, I don’t teach. However I know of...
- Jun 15, 2021
- 1 min
Just Sayin’…
Sometimes the most simple of designs offers the most fashion mileage. I made this beaded neck ring last summer, but I have worn it with...
- Jun 6, 2021
- 1 min
After Several Months Hiatus…
I finally feel like beading again! The gorgeous weather we’re having today definitely contributes to wanting to take my beading...
- May 31, 2021
- 1 min
Brrrrrrr…
A week ago, it felt as if summer had arrived. With temperatures reaching close to the high 70’s I was actually able to gather my beads...
- May 21, 2021
- 2 min
An Oldie, but Goodie!
My “Forbidden Fruit” Drop Earrings were designed seven years ago, but I’ve always loved this project! This is a Geometric beaded design,...
- May 13, 2021
- 1 min
During the Last Week…
I’ve been making asymmetrical earrings using stones, fossil walrus teeth, and mastodon bone and I have to say, I just love working with...
- Apr 26, 2021
- 1 min
Matching…
While I truly prefer mismatched earrings (they are so much more fun to wear, I think!), I’ve decided to make several matched pair. I’m...
- Mar 31, 2021
- 1 min
Embracing Asymmetry…
I’m on a bit of an earring kick now. Because my wardrobe these days consists of so many beautifully embroidered Johnny Was tops and...
- Mar 24, 2021
- 1 min
Rings and Things…
This past week has been spent in my metals studio creating these stacking rings and bangles. I’m finally making use of the many gemstones...
- Mar 16, 2021
- 1 min
Oooohhhh…
I’ve had my eyes on this collection for a while and I finally nabbed these stones during Susan Lenart Kazmer’s recent gemstone sale! I...
- Mar 12, 2021
- 2 min
When Life Hands You a Lemon, Make Lemonade…
When the going gets tough, the tough get creative! This bangle was supposed to have six set stones. The bangle, made from 18 gauge...
- Mar 8, 2021
- 1 min
So Much Going On And…
Ideas for new beading designs are dancing in my brain, but I’m saving them for warmer weather when I can take my beads outdoors and work...
- Feb 22, 2021
- 1 min
How About Some Color!
The Bronze and Copper polymer clay components that I listed in my Etsy shop the other day have been very well received. Several of you...