Monthly Archives: April 2011

Torch Song Trilogy

Posted on April 30, 2011 by charlenesevier

I am so tired. Classes do this to me. I am normally able to work a full day and still have plenty of energy for a busy evening. Put me in a creative or artistic class and I come out … Continue reading →

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Etching Copper

Posted on April 29, 2011 by charlenesevier

I am just thrilled to have taken a class in etching metal. Here’s the piece I made. My first etched piece ever. Sherri Haab taught the class and not only was everyone successful with their etching, Sherri’s process does not … Continue reading →

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It’s a Jungle Out There

Posted on April 28, 2011 by charlenesevier

I was just delighted to see my elephant charms included in this jungle theme collection created by Catch Some Raes. She makes lovely cards, many of them with buttons, flowers and other elements that add dimension and detail.

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Jewelry Tools: Bench Shear

Posted on April 27, 2011 by charlenesevier

This was a serious splurge and I don’t regret it for one minute. I cut a lot of metal and working with a new sheet of metal is like breaking in new shoes. At first it’s too large for my … Continue reading →

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Vintage and Vintage Inspired Jewelry Components

Posted on April 26, 2011 by charlenesevier

Artbeads asked bloggers to create jewelry using either antique or vintage jewelry components or modern components with a vintage feel. My necklace has both. The six components above the pendant are from Artbeads new Kabela Design jewelry components. The pendant … Continue reading →

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Book Review: 500 Silver Jewelry Designs

Posted on April 25, 2011 by charlenesevier

This book is not an instructional guide and it has no projects. It is like walking into a beautifully curated museum show and looking at piece after piece after piece or amazing silver jewelry. You read the artist’s name, the … Continue reading →

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Bead Blogger Links

Posted on April 24, 2011 by charlenesevier

It’s a beautiful day to create something. Get inspired. Click. Read. Bead. Art Bead Scene Here’s a fresh idea for spring – a garden gate clasp. Cindy Gimbrone, The Lampwork Diva Cindy’s made some new blush pink drops, come see … Continue reading →

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Rabbit Necklace

Posted on April 24, 2011 by charlenesevier

Happy Easter! It’s been a beautiful holiday, a simple meal of home cooked food from raw ingredients (no packaged food) and time with my family. I work pretty hard most of the time and feel refreshed by time spent talking, … Continue reading →

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Birch Bark Beads

Posted on April 23, 2011 by charlenesevier

When I came across these birch bark beads from BirchBarkBeads on Etsy, I just had to share them. I love their organic roughness, their varied colorations, their just plain natural prettiness. They are all handmade by Mary Ewell in Alpena, … Continue reading →

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Bead Table Wednesday 4-20-11

Posted on April 20, 2011 by charlenesevier

Here’s the run down: Brass beads being used for the partially completed necklace in the center Ear wires I am in the process of making 26 gauge brass headpins – they need to be straightened, snipped and put away The … Continue reading →

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