My signature design process (copyrighted finally!) is called Sprinkled Silver. Which means what exactly? I KNOW this is what you are thinking! Sprinkled Silver is my name for the process of fusing sterling or fine silver into copper. How and Why did I create this process? The basic answer is... because it was fun! I have been playing around with copper and silver since I … [Read more...]
The Truth about Natural and Lab-Grown Gems
Did you ever wonder whether the gems in your jewelry are 'real' or not? Well of course they are real, but did they come out of the ground?? or were they created in a lab? Basically there are 3 types of gems; Natural, Lab-grown and Imitation. Natural Gemstones are found deep within the earth's surface. They have been formed over many years and without the interference of … [Read more...]
An Inside Peek… How I create my Designs
Did you ever wonder how a design is born? Is there some secret to the way artists create and conceive their designs? I suspect every artist has their own unique process.. After all by definition we think outside the box mostly and are constantly morphing with some new concept or idea. Many start with a sketch or drawing. I for one am challenged in that regard. My sketches … [Read more...]
