Monthly Archives: September 2009

Star and Moon Bracelet

Posted on September 30, 2009 by charlenesevier

I’m still working hard to expand my metal skills and this is one of my newest creations.  I remember the early days of learning to saw metal – I could barely cut a straight line at that time.  I couldn’t … Continue reading →

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Jewelry – Trashonista Style, Vol 1

Posted on September 28, 2009 by charlenesevier

I love the creative and resourceful people who consider themselves to be trashonistas.  They see such potential in things other people consider to be trash.  One I’ve been noticing for a while is UrbanWoodsWalker.  First of all, how could you … Continue reading →

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Sterling Silver Jewelry Care

Posted on September 26, 2009 by charlenesevier

It’s a fact of life – sterling silver tarnishes or darkens with exposure to air.  Many jewelry designers take advantage of this fact using the darkening in crevices to accentuate a design, but oh how I wish we could stop … Continue reading →

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Project Runway – Movie Genres

Posted on September 25, 2009 by charlenesevier

I love this dress by Nicolas Putvinski illustrating the science fiction genre with a gorgeous ice queen.  The detailing around the neck is very sculptural and references both earrings and a necklace in its silhouette.  I also love that the … Continue reading →

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Embellished Tops and Necklaces?

Posted on September 23, 2009 by charlenesevier

I used to hear that if you had a top with a lot of embellishment or ornamentation, you should stick with earrings or a bracelet as accessories.  Or, if you wore a necklace, it needed to be something tiny.  I’m noticing necklaces being … Continue reading →

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Beaded Muse 2 – My Entry

Posted on September 21, 2009 by charlenesevier

I realized I had not shared my entry for the Beaded Muse 2 contest or how I did.  The Beaded Muse is a contest where all participants get the same package of beads to use in their creation.  The beads … Continue reading →

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I Heart Handmade Fall Show

Posted on September 19, 2009 by charlenesevier

I’m participating in the I Heart Handmade seasonally inspired handcrafted market.  The online show runs from September 19th through October 17th.  As always, it’s a nice show with a variety of crafts persons and artisans.  There’s whimsical art, homemade candy, … Continue reading →

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Project Runway – Newspaper as Fabric

Posted on September 18, 2009 by charlenesevier

Using unconventional materials can be a daunting task.  We were challenged in this manner at Penland, and I had some success and, well, a train wreck.  It’s not easy and I can’t imagine the pressure that TV cameras add.  However, Irina … Continue reading →

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The Bead Dreamer’s Blog Turns One Today

Posted on September 17, 2009 by charlenesevier

It’s been exactly one year since I started this blog with my first post.  And what a journey it has been.  161 posts later, I have learned so much.  I’ve made progress in finding my voice.  I still have work … Continue reading →

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Stunning Wire and Thread Jewelry

Posted on September 16, 2009 by charlenesevier

I love jewelry and am adding a new feature to my blog to showcase jewelry designers whose work I admire.  I can’t think of a better person to start with than Elvira López Del Prado Rivas.  Her intricate wire and … Continue reading →

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