Fluttering Butterflies (2011) Sterling silver, aquamarine Formed, flame-worked, cold-joined L 4.8 cm x W 1.9 cm This week has been very satisfying, both in terms of the pieces I’ve made and the quantity of work I was able to produce. On top of it all, I had fun! Early in the week, I was...
Goddess Jewels (2009) Constructed, cold joined Sterling silver, Preciosa crystal The opening of the Metal Arts Guild of Canada exhibition “MAGC 2067 – Crafting the Future”, held on November 7 at Arta Gallery in Toronto, was a costume ball. In connection with the theme of the show, people were encouraged to dress up in character....
Knotted Tourmaline Earrings (2009) Constructed, cold joined Sterling silver, fine silver, tourmaline Recently members of the Starving Artists Etsy Team did a critique of my Etsy shop. One of the comments that came up a couple of times was that my descriptions tend to be a bit on the sparse side. I generally give information...
Chalcedony Effervescence Pendant (2009) Sterling silver, fine silver, chalcedony L 3.0 cm x W 1.2 cm Cold connected, flame worked I went to the Toronto Gem Show today – and I was by myself!! Woo hoo! That meant I had the freedom to be able to browse, and chat with friends, and to shop. I...
I’m pleased to announce that two of my pieces will be included as part of a Zilberschmuck Retrospective, being held concurrently with “Connection”, the 5th annual National Juried Exhibition of Canadian Fine Jewellery and Metalwork. The tiara and necklace were originally shown in 2004 as part of a Toronto Fashion Week event showcasing the bridal...
Effervescence Pendant (2009) Sterling silver, fine silver, blue topaz L 5.4 cm x W 2.5 cm Constructed, flame-worked Having made the decision to make more production pieces, I’m picking out stones from my stash and setting to work. This week’s piece reminds me of the “Use it Up” pendants I made back in YOJ 2005-06. ...
. . . . . . . . . At long last, a new tutorial! Double Celtic Cross & Scrolls Earrings I created this design back in 1998, and it’s always been very near and dear to my heart! For those of you who love all things Celtic, these earrings combine a couple of classic...
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