When I first got into Wire Work for jewelry making, one of the first skills I learned was how to make basic jewelry components. Things like necklace closures, earring pins, bales and the like. One of these components was Jump Rings, which are typically used for things like attaching pendants to cord necklaces, adding charms… Read More Jewelry Tinkering – Chainmaille and Charms
My Daughter’s 8th Birthday was on June 30th. One of the many things she asked for was some handmade necklaces. There was a stipulation though, she wanted to be part of the process. So we went to my office/craft room and started pulling drawers and opening containers. She has seen me making things with all… Read More Jewelry Tinkering – DIY – Daughter’s Birthday Necklace #1
I don’t only make jewelry, but I make many other things too. I suffer from Early Onset Tendonitis, which I started having early in life at about 21. I had always done various crafts, but I was informed by doctors that one way to keep my tendons from seizing and snapping was to keep them… Read More Handmade Crafting – Hand Woven Scarves
A long, long time ago, I had briefly had a dream to become a Goldsmith. I had an uncle who I apprenticed under. I had a grand time, and was really good at it. I have steady hands, and was great at sculpting fine details for molds. Sadly, he did end up passing away before… Read More Jewelry Tinkering – Mother’s Day Gift for Mother-in-law
Brokedown Vanity 