New Jewelry

  

Curt and I really like to etch metal and this bracelet uses one of those etched pieces.  It is made from patterned copper, etched copper, wired links and a hand forged clasp.

Circle Necklace

Losing one's paying job can be a mental change as well as a financial one.  Trying to focus on working only out of the home studio is something I really looked forward to but I have been spending a lot of time just reorganizing work space.  I did snap this picture of a new piece to share with you all. 

Circle Pendant

I also made the chain on this piece.  It is made with two discs of hand hammered copper sewn together with wire holding the stone in the middle.  As I post this pic my front yard rose garden is starting to reveal itself from the two foot blanket of snow that has been covering it.  It is so fun to watch the green clumps of grape hyacinths and myrtle appear through the snow.  Before I know it, my roses will be in full bloom.  Yes, time does sneak past me that fast.  Back to work - beating up some more metal!

Etsy shop

I have opened an Etsy shop.  If this name is new to you- quickly it is an online shop where artist can sell their handmade items.  I have only listed one pair of earrings so far.  My computer guru son-in-law has been very patiently helping with the process.  Old dogs, new tricks...I know some of you can relate!  Anyway it will take me awhile to catch up but it will make my jewelry easier to purchase eventually.

Beach glass, etched and hammered copper

This piece is already sold but I wanted to post the design.  I love the idea of "capturing" beach glass and stones in layers.  Hope to create more of this style.

Side view

New Earrings

Chain Mail earrings in copper with red coral

Beach stones and red coral

Curtis and I have been working away in our studio getting ready for vendor night at Artfest.
We are so excited to be included as vendors at this inspiring venue of artists.  If you have a desire to travel to an art class venue you should check out Artfest (www.teeshamoore.com).  This will be our 7th year of attending.  We love Seattle and Pt. Townsend so Artfest is just the icing on the cake!

Love to All

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY

All you need is love....


Hope everyone has someone to give and to receive love from today!

Earrings made of distressed copper, enamel and
fresh water pearls with mixed metal beads.  The
enameling is a lot of fun.  I revisited enameling with
Richard Salley at Artfest last March.  I used to
enamel when I was in middle school. You never know when those early experiences will resurface.
I'm looking forward to my granddaughter becoming
old enough to play with all our art stuff!