- Oct 25, 2021
- 1 min
A Toss of the Dice and more…
Here’s another collection of fun One-of-a-Kind earrings that I’ve just listed in my Etsy shop ! Light weight with lots of swing and...
- Sep 30, 2021
- 1 min
Two Done, More to Come…
Goodness, listing takes a lot of time! Taking photos of finished pieces from several angles, then editing the photos, writing...
- Sep 25, 2021
- 1 min
Bit by Bit…
I’m beginning to add metal work to my Etsy shop . I’ve just listed these fun hammer-textured steel bangles that are embellished with...
- Sep 21, 2021
- 1 min
Birthday Bling!
T he Birthday Fairy was exceptionally good to me, but then it’s not every day one turns 73! Besides some lovely additions to my wardrobe...
- Sep 14, 2021
- 1 min
I’m Gettin’ My Cowgirl On…
“Lone Heart” Hollow-Formed Sterling Silver Pendant It’s been a long time since I’ve worn cowgirl boots. I recently tried on the two pair...
- Sep 2, 2021
- 1 min
My Latest Favorite Earrings!
I’m still loving working with cast silver twigs! This pair of earrings is “hot off the press” and have quickly become my new favorite...
- Aug 26, 2021
- 1 min
Hot Times!
Torch in hand…I’m in the midst of soldering a hollow form prayer box pendant. Since taking Susan Lenart’s Intentional Metalsmithing ...
- 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 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...