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I am really enjoying the look and feel of the etched glass at the moment, I seem to be etching every bead I make!  It feels really lovely when you wear it too.  Here’s another bracelet, this time with all sorts of shapes…

I have been a bit side-tracked with my new work!  I am getting ready for my SALA exhibition at Canopy Interiors in Mount Gambier.  The exhibition opening is not until August, but I’m actually nearly finished, which makes a nice change!  I’ll start sharing some images with you here.  First up is one of the new bracelets that I’ve made with etched beads in a variety of shades of green.  So simple and pretty, perfectly lovely colours:

I have been making lots and lots of beads for this new range of jewellery that I am crazy about.  Here is a sample of some of the beads:

I am getting ready for some SALA (South Australian Living Artists) exhibitions coming up in August.

The first exhibition will be held at Canopy Interiors, Mount Gambier. They are one of my favourite shops down here, selling all sorts of items from clothing to homewares. I thought it would be fun to create a range of jewellery inspired/influenced by the latest trends in homewares, so I’ve called this exhibition “Home-Wear”. Here’s a sneak peak at a couple of items:

 

 

I’ve been selling on Etsy for about a year now, and I have learned so much from being there!  I started out with some pretty dodgy photos, descriptions, and some older style jewellery.  A LOT of learning has gone into this year.

To celebrate a great year on Etsy, and rather than retiring these old listings, I have decided to put them on sale at 40% discount!  (No other discounts to apply, please).

You can find the listings here:  https://www.etsy.com/shop/AussieJulesOnline?section_id=15493029&ref=shopsection_leftnav_3

First in best dressed, I hope you find something you might enjoy!

 

 

I’ve had an exhibition during SALA since 2008. I love the process of getting ready for an exhibition, from finding a venue, to dreaming up a theme, to making the beads and jewellery. This year I am really lucky to have had 2 SALA proposals accepted, and I’m working hard to get them all organised. It’s tricky switching in between the 2 exhibition, because they are both so very different.

Here are a few photos from the exhibition that will be held at Ladybeads (62 Unley Road, Unley). Ashley is so supportive of my work, and all of the leftover beads will be available for sale during the exhibition.

 

The final step in the process is to deliver the work!  First I touch base with the customer to make sure I have made what they asked me to make!

I can accept payments for work via Direct Deposit or PayPal.

As soon as the money is received, I will post the order to the address supplied.

This photo is of the bracelet and earrings I made from the Moet bottle.

Step 4 is to make the jewellery!

Once we have confirmed that the beads I have made are just right, then I’ll start making whatever jewellery has been requested.  Sometimes it might be just a pair of earrings, and sometimes it might be the entire set of necklace, bracelet and earrings.

If you look at my Etsy shop you will see the types of necklaces, bracelets and earrings that I have been making. I’m happy to make similar items, or to try new things too.

The only aim for me in making custom jewellery is that the customer is happy with the jewellery at the end.

Step 3 is to make the beads!

Sometimes in this stage I need to experiment, to test new things with the glass.  I might try some different shapes or some different finishes to see how they turn out.  I actually enjoy this part of the process, as sometimes things go in a new direction, which is exciting.  I will take photos of how the beads have turned out, and make sure I’m on track before making any more.  Often, when the customer can actually see the beads, they know if we are on the right track or not!

I always heat the glass on a hot-plate, so that when it is introduced into the flame it doesn’t shatter.  I then use tweezers to pick up the glass and make the beads.  It’s trickier than using glass rods, but the result is worth it!