Two new pieces made in the last week. First a pair of earrings featuring components from Bsueboutiques.com. Silver plated brass hearts and Glass beads with pewter spacers. https://www.etsy.com/listing/1139239178/handmade-earrings-silver-plated-hearts? This necklace is copper wire 18 gauge round and some 22 gauge for the weaving. It surrounds a glass bead made by Laura Walters (Magpie Glassworx). The neckline is a combination of Glass and acrylic beads from Allegory Gallery and has an additional length of fine copper chain for a total length of 24 inches. https://www.etsy.com/listing/1 ..read more

 These are some recent pieces I have created. I am working more with beads right now.  The necklace is made from a mix called Song of India. It was available from Bsueboutiques.com. The other components were also from that site ..read more

I have had an exciting year with many challenges One of the best activities I have been involved with is the Bsueboutiques group on face book. By participating each week in 2 show and tell sessions, Work Table Wednesday and Finished up Friday, I have filled my shop with jewelry.      The pair of earrings above is an example of recent design work. These are meant to resemble Victorian jewelry. Made with modern elements I have achieved a slightly historic look. These still need some changes, primarily in changing jump rings to match in color ..read more

 These are watch backs from Bsueboutiques.com About an inch in diameter I bought some for creative purposes. When they arrived my first thought was to make one into a bracelet.  Leftover bits of rolo chain and a clasp with a few jump rings complete the basics.  This beautiful ceramic rose fits perfectly into the watch back.  This makes an attractive combination.  Holes were punched through the watch back to accommodate the jump ring.  The jump rings make a smooth transition to the chain.  E-6000 glue will make a strong bond between the roses and the metal. All finished with a lobster claw and ..read more