Sunday, March 27, 2011

Needle felted journals

Journal 2011
 I like to make my own journals for visual journaling.  This is my newest one.  I love using cloth covered journals.  They feel so good to carry around and are wonderful in which to write, create collages and drawings.
I will be teaching how to create such a journal this May at 212 Arts Center in Saline.  Please see their website if you are interested in this fun and usable project.  It will be offered in two sessions with a separate class to teach you how to start filling it with delicious colors and images.




Wednesday, March 16, 2011

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!

Saturday, March 5, 2011

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