by Terri Wlaschin. (Key West, FL) I recently started selling my poly clay earrings to a local store. As we discussed ideas, they suggested I might want to use a “signature” shape that customers connect me with. That idea took a moment to hatch in me. I think of myself as a create as you […]
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by Marlies G Derby. (Salisbury, MD) I started this back in April and took about 3 months to finish. I let the piece talk in her own way and let me know what designs she wanted to come through. It was definitely healing as I had to focus on listening to her. A small area […]
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by Terri Wlaschin. (United States) My latest love is creating veneers on raw poly clay and then making jewelry from that. This earrings were made using just such a process. They are my Mango Moon collection. I was looking to create a medium dark blue background and bright pops of color in the form of […]
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by Sande Gene. (Phoenix, AZ USA) A friend gave me a string of Lava beads. At first glance they were not a very pretty bead. Then I took a second look and remembered a pattern from Beadwork magazine that I had wanted to try and now it seemed I had the perfect beads. They are […]
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by Elizabeth A Reid. (Rockville, MD) This solitary time due to Covid has resulted in some wonderful new ways to learn since we can’t attend actual classes. I took advantage of the opportunity to learn a new process in enameling from Kieu Pham Gray on Zoom. It was most economical for me just to learn […]
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by Jackie Locantore. (Bridgewater, Massachusetts, USA) I am now the “grandma” of the title, with 6 grandchildren. When they come to stay with me, they love looking through my various “treasure boxes” for goodies to take home. I inherited a treasure trove of goodies from my mom, and I have continued to add to it […]
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by Lynn Callahan. (Kernersville, North Carolina) Please tell me someone near me, (mid-state, North Carolina) that can cut or facet into a pendant, my large Amethyst stone that I found gem mining. The lapidary on site at the gem mine was backed up working stones for 8 months out. (Emerald Hollow).I have googled, looked on […]
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by Dianne Jacques. (United States) Autumn is my favorite season, but I live in Vermont so that probably goes without saying! It’s definitely my easiest time to create, given the glorious colors surrounding me. The grass is still green, but oh, those sugar maples with their resplendent kaleidoscope of fall hues! Dianne Jacques www.divelladesigns.com http://facebook.com/divelladesigns
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by Lynda Carson. (Spring Valley, CA) These arabesque-shaped wire frames are easy to make with just a few simple jewelry making tools. I posted a tutorial on my blog that can get you started. So versatile using different metal wires, size, and decorating them plain or fancy. These frames are 18 g. wire and 24 […]
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by Michelle Maple. (Dover NH USA) Bought a couple strands of beautiful carnelian beads. They are perfect for fall!! I haven’t been creating much lately but these beads inspired me to get back into the swing!! Michelle Maple Ladybug Jewelry
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by Anita Campbell I know this is a new area given the issues with Covid-19 and in-person craft shows (which have been cancelled). Has anyone had experience with the new virtual craft shows that are starting to spring up? I’ve found an independent “promoter” called Great American Craft Show and a college I usually do […]
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by Cindi Bernloehr. (Winter Garden, FL) Remember Summer Camp? As a tween, I went every year and loved learning new crafts. Well this year I attended a jewelry making “virtual” summer camp and had a blast. I purchased my kit of supplies and looked forward to the first day. We had morning announcements to start […]
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