Weekend Update

Hi all
Let see what has been happening... I feel like its been a while since I have taken the time to write a full blog. I have been consumed with twitter! I am hooked, period. So much so that I haven't pulled out the crafting supplies to often...until today!
I am working on custom wedding jewellery, and am really happy to be doing so. So far I have only finished the bride. Have to make the bride happy first. I love doing simple yet elegant bridal jewellery. Tons of shimmer in the cut of the stone is all you need. I used Swarovski crystals and typically do fall back to swarovskis because they are so beautiful in the light! Sterling silver was the only way to go for this special bride to be. The pieces will get a fabulous patina and become heirloom jewellery for her children. Star toggle clasp has the word wish etched in the silver. Doesn't it scream Fairy tale!!
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Lazy Sunday

Well I neglected my blog for a whole week! Bad blogger! Yesterday I was on a mission to carry out a super cool idea...only to find a broken rotary tool :( So instead I completed a couple other tasks on the to do list!




Hubby and I had date night also! Dinner and movie, a real traditional date! He's just not that into you was a funny, entertaining romantic comedy! I'm a HUGE Drew Barrymore fan so I was anxious to see her latest directing adventure!

Sunday afternoon

Today, again, I am suffering a little bit of boredom. I could not have asked for a better read on a day like today. My husband has a real love of comic books, I like to mull around in the comic shop with him periodically to see if there is something of interest for myself. Once in a blue moon something will catch my eye enough to pick up. This one was truly worth it! I am pretty pumped for the movie now. I also read Neil Gaiman's Stardust, I truly enjoyed that one also. This lil adventure took me away from my boredom and into a fantasy world that doesn't involve football. I know you football fans are cursing me and my lack of interest in the biggest game of the year, but I really just could not be bothered. I suppose it is time to find another means of entertainment now as the big superbowl game begins...

P e n d a n t

6 hours paid off! I finally pulled out the heavy equip and dove into a more detailed project. This one left my fingers sore and battered by the rotary tool. Note to self, spinning steel burns like a you know what! I love the feeling of accomplishment once I am finished a new piece. My only hope is that someone loves it as much as I enjoyed making it!

N o w W h a t ?

As soon as the little arrows that could were done... I felt it creeping in. That wandering, spacey feeling called boredom. I am really pleased with the turn out of the pair of sparklers I like to call "this way & that". I am feeling a lack of inspiration for my next...whatever design. Being laid off really quite stinks for a stir crazy gal like me. For the most part I can keep myself occupied with random crafts, cleaning and organizing (my apartment has never been so clean & tidy) or little walks and outings. I really hope cabin fever doesn't overtake soon. So for now I'll retire to the couch with a freshly purchased magazine and hope for some inspiration.

A N e w P r o j e c t

I accomplished a few things today. After the Holidays it took me a while to feel back to normal. If I will feel completely back to normal before going back to work...I'm not sure. My point is it sure feels good to get crafting again! Anyways, here is my latest project. I plugged the i-pod into the stereo, blared my favorite Beatles playlist and started to saw. The arrows took a while to shape, but after some perseverance, I am happy with the outcome. Now they just need a little texture and I think they will make a funky pair of earrings.
Once the arrows were done I felt the need to do something a little less demanding. Hence the cute little briolettes!!! Perfect for a Valentines Day gift!!!

M y N e w L o g o

I recently posted an alchemy request on our favorite website etsy!!!!
I desperately needed a new banner and logo for the up and coming jewellery designer...me...
I doodled this a few months ago and the lovely little shop owner cleaned up my image and made some wonderful improvements. I am just so happy with the results!
So thanks from me to Beth! She did a great job!