Last Saturday I finally had this opportunity to dabble into some jewelry making. Just as I had expected Delane Cox was a superb teacher, she was very structured. We created 3 pieces in ONE day. I didn't photograph the first piece, though it was just practice "sculpture" which was a pain to make and fun to look at, just take my word for it lol However this first piece is a sterling silver bracelet. And I hand-made every single part you see on it including making the twisted wire and hook!
This 2nd piece is perhaps not as exciting for me but it's a fun piece. And I am proud that I was able to create the band symmetrical which apparently is a challenging quality to do. It was a wonderfully productive way to spend 8 hours of my Satruday. Incidentally it was my hubby's birthday gift for me to take the class and he bought me supplies too :)
You go, gurl! Ya never know when making jewelry is just what the doctor orders! Great results.
ReplyDeleteYeah it may serve as another portal to my creative urge I seem to keep misplacing!
ReplyDeleteErika you have a new art in your hands! Will you give it a try?
ReplyDeleteErika, they are beautiful! You are so very talented!
ReplyDeleteLore well I guess it's a skill I will play with for now. People that do this go to bead shows in different parts of the country so they can buy the stones and materials for a good price - I won't be doing that.
ReplyDeleteThanks Gail! I may have an actual "hobby" now ;)
ReplyDeleteLove that bracelet!!!!! I'd wear more rings if I had better looking hands...lol
ReplyDeleteSheila it's exactly the reason why I photographed them on the cloth rather than on me! I have abused looking fingers and rings don't actually like my fingers either. Thanks dear!
ReplyDeleteWOW, Beautiful work, Erika!
ReplyDeleteAwww Edward thanks so much!
ReplyDeleteWow! Beautiful!! What a nice birthday present! Are you going to make more of these gorgeous jewelries?
ReplyDeleteThanks, I am thinking I will make more since my hubby bought me tools :)
ReplyDeleteHi Erika,
ReplyDeleteI find the first piece to be of refined taste.
Lets not forget that in jewelry (like many times in life), the most simple things are the most beautiful.
Best regards,
José