- Jul 11, 2023
- 1 min
Yes, I know…
I should be in my studio working on the Geometric “Hip to be Square” Bangle project. At least that’s what the angel on my right shoulder...
- Jun 29, 2023
- 1 min
Two Down…
And one to go! I’ve just finished the second square bangle and written the step-by-step instructions…now it’s time to start a third...
- Nov 20, 2022
- 1 min
Last Day for Savings!
Holiday gift-giving season is rapidly approaching so why not get a head start! In my Etsy shop you will find one-of-a-kind earrings,...
- Aug 29, 2022
- 1 min
Woohoo!
The second eye is done! OMG…what a difference it has made! Even dreary overcast days look bright now and colors are so vivid. It’s lovely...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- Jun 3, 2015
- 1 min
It’s at you local newsstand now…
I’ve just received an issue of “Easy Metal Jewelry – 30 Simple Metal Jewelry Projects”, a special edition presented by Step by Step Wire...
- Dec 22, 2014
- 1 min
I’m becoming a wire wrangler!
During the past few weeks I’ve been honing my skills with my NTAJ (Now That’s a Jig!). I purchased the starter kit, which includes the...
- Dec 13, 2014
- 1 min
Having fun with the NTAJ!
Granted, these bangles could be formed with a variety of round-nose pliers, but the NTAJ (Now That’s a Jig), makes the process far more...
- Jul 27, 2012
- 1 min
You know…
Those bronze metal clay stars that I’ve been making are coming in handy already. I had made this bracelet a while ago, but I always felt...
- May 2, 2012
- 1 min
Last week was really busy…
After working in the garden for several days, then traveling to Chicago for the weekend, I am once again back in the studio playing catch...
- Mar 14, 2012
- 1 min
Can you hear them?
Birds are singing us awake now. It’s a bit early, but soon Spring peepers will appear and they will make lovely night music! After our...
- Mar 3, 2012
- 1 min
Tropical Splendor…
That’s the title of this mixed media bangle which I made some time ago. Having returned to gloomy and grey midwest weather after...
- Nov 2, 2010
- 1 min
More Baubles, Bangles, and Beads
Fashion is my passion and as much as I love rings, earrings, and pendants, my favorite pieces are bracelets and bangles – lots of them,...
- Oct 1, 2010
- 1 min
Raw Faux Bone and the Finished Product!
Many of you have read my posts regarding Faux Bone™, but don’t really know much about it. My last post featured a photo of me at work...
- Sep 29, 2010
- 1 min
Is Jewelry Making a Glamorous Occupation?
Wearing jewelry may be glamorous, but making it – I think not. Jewelry making is my forte, and I can’t think of many things I enjoy...
- Sep 27, 2010
- 1 min
Window Shopping on the Magnificent Mile!
I always make a trip to the “Windy City” in September to view the fall fashions featured on those svelte mannequins in the windows of the...
- Mar 13, 2010
- 1 min
Girls Just Wann’a Have Fun!
Do you remember your first string of Pop beads? I received mine for my tenth birthday and they looked like huge pearls. I felt so...