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May was crazy with some work travel for my day job, plus other things going on that kept me from creating, but I did get some new tools and have been experimenting and playing around. I have some ideas in the works and am considering launching an email newsletter. I’m not sure what the campaign… Continue reading Still Here!

Short post just to add a new video. I filmed myself making this necklace a couple of weeks ago and am just getting it posted. I’m working on my videography, but I do feel like this was an improvement. I need to figure out how to keep everything in frame and keep the top of… Continue reading Apatite Dangle Necklace

Sometimes I find myself gravitating toward similar colors or combinations, so I decided to direct that into creating a few collections. This is a first for me, because I generally go into the creative process without much of a plan. I may have a vague idea or sketch, but usually, I just let the beads… Continue reading Blue Quartz and Crystal Collection

I finally gave in and invested in a quality phone. I have not even scratched the surface of what it can do! I did take a few photos of jewelry of course, and also recorded myself making a couple of pieces. I am not happy with my camera placement, but you can see some of… Continue reading Red Garnet and Gold Bracelet

I’m really trying to keep up with posting and updating! Today I created a showcase of various recent pieces and added to my YouTube channel. You can access my channel by clicking Watch in the menu. Please like and subscribe!

I finally found a video editing app for my phone that seems to do the things I need it to do and I think I can actually use it! Next, new overhead phone mount so that I can get a better view for video, and possibly a new phone! I made this necklace a few… Continue reading Hammered Pewter Necklace

Well, I am on track to reach a couple of my January goals. I attended a jewelry business forum this week and have added to my goal and to-do lists, haha! One goal met – tidy up the studio/library/study/home office – check! Okay, so not exactly clean, but you should have seen it before. I… Continue reading January 2023

I will have a booth at the second annual Hyde Park Holiday Art Fair Saturday, December 10th! Last year was a blast, and I’ve got a sparkling new canopy to show off as well as some new jewelry! There should be more than 30 vendors this year, so please join us! Hyde Park Fresh Plus… Continue reading Second Annual Hyde Park Holiday Art Fair

I am participating in two art fairs in November and December, so I have been working hard building my inventory and not enough on my social media and online store. I fully intend to pick that back up next month! November 13, 2022, I will be at the Hyde Park Homes Tour Art Fair from… Continue reading Upcoming Events

This project is a little different for me, but it is summer here and this chunky choker necklace feels very much like the season. I am getting my inventory ready for an art and craft fair in November, so soon I will be back in my comfort zone of rich tones and deep colors. I… Continue reading Chunky Turquoise Choker