Each time I attend the Tucson Gem Shows I not only find amazing supplies to create jewelry, but I also see things that amaze and delight me. I also get […]
Tucson Gem Show 2020 Buys
The four days I spent at the Tucson Gem Show in 2020 was awesome. I value the time I can spend at the shows looking at items, shopping for supplies, […]
Tucson Treasures – 10 Buys I’m Hoping to Find at the 2020 Shows
It’s time for me to make my bi-annual treck to the Tucson Gem Shows! I love this trip and looking forward to seeing the latest industry trends and reconnecting with […]
Inktober Metal Jewelry Collection
In October, artists can choose to participate in the Inktober challenge. I wanted to stretch some of my creativity and design skills, so I did participate in the Inktober 2019 […]
Winter Sparkle Necklace – Necklace Project
Every jewelry artist should have resources, and Beadwork magazine is the go-to resource for me. I love how stylish each issue is and the themes are always up to trend […]
How to Accessorize a Wedding Dress: Four Ideas
I’ve had the pleasure of working with several brides to create different wedding jewelry for the bridal party when I worked with my friend Kristen to create her handmade wedding […]
2020 Pantone Color of the Year: Classic Blue
As it is every year, the 2020 Pantone Color of the Year is announced to inspire artists, designers, and everyday folk alike. The 2020 color of the year is Classic […]
2020 New Year Jewelry Business Resolutions
For the last few years, I’ve chosen the same topic for the last blog of the year: one that looks back to my 2019 new year jewelry business resolutions and […]
Year in Review: Looking Back at 2019
The end of the year is time to reflect on the past year. For me, I’m not only been thinking about 2019, but really the past decade as a whole. […]
Inktober 2019
Every October, artists are encouraged to participate in the Inktober 2019 challenge across social media. This challenge includes daily prompts that artists can interpret for their own medium in a […]