Since I make so many cabochons I wanted to learn  how to  make bezels around them . Here are some of my first attempts. Each time it gets a little easier to do.

Will probably take this one apart and redo it.

Turning this one into a brooch.

This will be added to an ornament later on.

Making it straight & properly aligned is kind of difficult.

Really pleased with the way this one has turned out.

This was the last one I attempted.

Here she is after antiquing & painting the facial details.

Learning to work with seed beads and patterns. So many beautiful projects out there for beading. 

With all the crystal beads as background, this really shimmers when hung in the window.

Several pieces that I finished up . I enjoy working with a variety of beads and found objects. Love the combinations of  materials and the way textures and colors work to make an item POP !

Bracelets are fun  and a great way to explore new colorways and use up smaller sets of beads.

It is a rewarding challenge to sculpt face cabs. Some are to be sold. Others I use to place on bottles, boxes, tins, dolls, and anything else that needs a stronger personality.

These are areas I want to expand my skills in.
All require attention to minute details.


 

H e l l o A g a i n - Time has flown by

Hello again, Time has flown by it seems.

 You were probably wondering where I went and what I was doing.

Life handed me some medical issues that had to be taken care . Surgery and physical therapy have taken up a greater part of the last two years.  All was successful and I am ready to pick up where I left off. 

Upon returning to the worlds of art, polymer clay and jewelry making, I see  many things have changed. Loads of new products and fascinating techniques to work with !  I can hardly wait to  immerse myself in new projects.

 So I have joined a few bead swap events, enrolled in a  year long polymer clay workshop, and reading up on all the news of these medias. 

Should be an interesting adventure.