Last year I was thinking that while I love the earrings that I make, it was probably time to make some new ones. I resolved to spend time every day drawing earrings, and in particular my goal was to draw one pair every day! It has been a great habit to get into, and I… Read More
I have been thinking about new jewellery for T’Arts for a little while now, and have finally found some time to make new work. Here are 3 of the necklaces that I made. Love the colours of these ones. They are a great mix of transparent, opaque and coloured glass.
I spend a lot of time with my colour wheel! It sits on the desk in front of me, so whenever I am working, I can easily check out colour combinations and ideas that may or may not work! I love playing with all of the colours, and these colour wheel necklaces are a lot… Read More
I am hoping to get some beads made over the long weekend. It’s also the start of the school holidays, so I am hoping to get lots of beads made while my husband is home to help out with things. My mandrels are dipped and ready to go…
I think I am in a colourful mood at the moment! I’m not really a winter person, so these necklaces are perfect for a cold, gloomy day!
I made several rainbow bracelets recently, and I have to admit….every time I make these bracelets I wish I made an extra one for myself. They are so easy to wear, lots of colour. In fact, I think I am going to make a couple for myself very soon. They will be my little pop… Read More
I have had a tricky week, with sick children, and it has had a bit of an impact on how many beads I got made this week. Still, kids come first, and I’ll get to the work when I get a chance.
And for the final part of the Greenery series, inspired by the Pantone 2017 colour of the year, I have a series of new earrings. A variety of greens. Something for everyone!
I love the process of making necklaces for people. Sometimes it’s really clear what the customer wants, and it all goes fairly smoothly. Other times, the vision is less clear, so I make what I think the customer will like….and sometimes I get it right! But sometimes I get it wrong (like the photograph below).… Read More