Every time I list a new jewelry collection, I have the task of creating catchy jewelry names for each design. Coming up with unique names isn’t always easy. In fact, […]
The Siren’s Call Jewelry Collection
I started the Sirens Call jewelry collection back in July and before I tell you how the whole collection came together, I first have to explain where the inspiration came […]
Wedding Jewelry Ideas Perfect for Any Season
When you’re planning a wedding, the dresses and jewelry you select will match your personal style and colors of course, but often they are specific to the season that you […]
Sizzling Summer Jewelry Trends
The warmer summer season is a fun one for jewelry. The season’s fashion allows more room to show off accent bracelets, layer longer necklace lengths, or even mixing metals into […]
First Tucson Pendant Project
Last summer, I worked for several weeks on a pendant project for an upcoming issue of Lapidary Journal Jewelry Artist magazine. I picked the stone because it was my first […]
Successful Soldering Tips from Lexi Erickson
Lexi Erickson is a well-known metalsmith artist. She’s been teaching for over 30 years, and she has a truly unique style. I’ve known Lexi since my Interwave days, and since […]
Discounted Jewelry Designs – Older Designs Looking for a Home
I’ve been crafting jewelry for over 10 years. In that span of time, I’ve crafted hundreds of different designs. Some have been really popular. Others, frankly haven’t. In turn, my […]
The Metalsmithing process for the May Flowers Jewelry Collection
I’m a planner through and through, and this is especially true with my jewelry designs. I’ve found that it’s easiest to create cohesive collections if I plan them out by […]
Tips to Network with Local Makers
Knowing artists and the creative community where you live is key. These individuals regularly do the same local craft show circuit and can often have unmatched advice, making networking them […]
Favorite Quarantine Designs (Created Outside of a Collection)
I’ve been looking at the current situation and trying to view this as an added gift of time. Normally, I have two months where I have unplanned weekends before things […]