- Mar 30, 2011
- 1 min
I’m always amazed…
at the tranformation of metal clay before and after it is fired. While the bronze picture frame pendant on the left looks so raw, the...
- Jan 20, 2011
- 2 min
I really should have…
made an additional New Year’s resolution. As it was, I resolved to try to keep my studio spaces clean and neat this coming year. So far...
- Jan 16, 2011
- 1 min
Hurray! My Etsy Shop…
is finally open! I’ve wanted to do this for a long time and have finally gotten around to it. Etsy is an online market place for...
- Jan 10, 2011
- 1 min
More Clay Work in Progress…
I’m working on a batch of bronze metal clay at the moment…lots and lots of teeny seashells to have on hand and to include in my “Tide...
- Jan 8, 2011
- 1 min
In the Past…
Some twenty years ago, I spent a good deal of time in the southwest, immersing myself in its art and culture, hiking the canyons, and...
- Jan 4, 2011
- 1 min
Recyling with an Etruscan Feel
My husband plays guitar and has friends who also play, so lucky me, I am the recipient of many used guitar strings. I find they make...
- Jan 2, 2011
- 1 min
Polymer Clay Mania…
has struck again! A set of tools used for carving both metal and polymer clays may work beautifully, but if they have wood grips that...
- Dec 31, 2010
- 1 min
My New Year’s Resolution…
is to keep my studio spaces orderly. Like so many resolutions, it will probably get broken as I become enthralled with too many projects...
- Dec 23, 2010
- 1 min
Finally…
I’m back at my jeweler’s bench, although I’m taking it easy on the hammering. I don’t want to aggravate my elbow! A few months ago I...
- Nov 21, 2010
- 1 min
Making Metal Clay Buttons
I’m still working on the beaded portion of the “Tide Pool” cuff , but I want the metal clay button ready when I’m finished beading so now...
- Oct 13, 2010
- 2 min
Making Polymer Clay Tear-Away Textures
Four years ago, I attended a workshop with Celie Fago in which we created exquisite bangles using polymer clay accented with metal clay...
- Oct 11, 2010
- 2 min
RSI…
Is short for Repetitive Stress Injury and having it is not fun! I’ve been hitting the hammer with a bit too much intensity of late and...
- Sep 19, 2010
- 1 min
Polymer Clay Bangle with a Message
Because I like text so much, I enjoy adding it to my jewelry in any way, shape, or form. For instance, when I work in resin, I usually...
- Sep 17, 2010
- 1 min
Fun with Faux Bone
Here is the latest ring I’ve made using Faux Bone™. I really like this material. It is incredibly strong and I think you could drive...
- Sep 11, 2010
- 1 min
Jewelry Trunk Show Today!
I’m off to Brio Gallery in Galena, IL for my jewelry trunk show. I’ve been toiling in my studio the past four weeks getting ready for...
- Sep 9, 2010
- 1 min
Wire Wrapped Polymer Clay Hearts
Some people love hearts while others can’t abide them. I fall into the former category and use heart themes in many of my jewelry...
- Sep 8, 2010
- 1 min
Waste Not…Want Not.
I recycle whenever possible and conserve as much as I’m able. When working in resin , after I’ve finished pouring a project, I often...
- Sep 7, 2010
- 1 min
Work, Work…Play!
I’m still busy gearing up for my trunk show at Brio Gallery in Galena, IL. With only a few work days left before the show on Saturday,...
- Sep 5, 2010
- 1 min
The Odd Pod
Putting my Fretz forming stakes to the test, I forged this pod using a piece of copper sheet, then textured it by hitting the inside...
- Aug 30, 2010
- 1 min
Resin and Polymer Clay with a Musical Theme
Oh, how lovely is the music! “Musica” is the title of this petite pendant. The “Musica” theme is stamped in polymer clay and set in a...