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Website for Unusual Czech Glass
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Leigh Jul 15, 2009.
Wonderful Website for Copper and Sterling Silver Beads
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Lorri Ely Jul 14, 2009.
Gemstone Cleaning Chart
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Lorri Ely Jun 30, 2009.
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- Why are you visiting?
- I'm looking for project ideas, To make new friends
- What is your favorite type of jewelry to make?
- Necklaces/Pendants
- Tell us about yourself! What makes you interesting, unique, funny, talented, or...?
- I started making jewelry about 6 years ago and it has been non-stop ever since. I love crafts and jewelry making seemed to be a good idea for a new hobby since I also adore jewelry.
I got started with simple stringing and have recently begun working with wire which has become a new passion. I am always looking to learn new things when it comes to jewelry making. Eventually I would love to learn metalsmithing but have not yet taken the plunge
- What is your favorite jewelry making style or medium?
- semi-precious beads, gemstone beads, other
- What best describes your style?
- sophisticated, unique, one-of-a-kind
- What are your favorite colors in making jewelry?
- Browns, Blacks, Blues, Purples
- What are your favorite beads and stones for making jewelry?
- Gemstones, Czech Glass, wood, and bone
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Addicted to Wire Work
Hi All,
I have now been learning wirework for about 5 months and have found a new passion. While I will never stop loving my stringing with gemstones, working with wire has been amazing!!
I thought I would share some wonderful suppliers and websites that cater to all things wire:
Websites for learning
1) www.jewelrylessons.com - this is a site I shared previously but they have tutorials (free and…
ContinuePosted on March 10, 2010 at 4:28pm — 3 Comments
Great Tutorial Site
I have just recently gotten into doing wirework and have been scouring the internet looking for project ideas. In this search I found a website called JewelryLessons.com This is a wonderful site that has step by step tutorials for wirework, stringing, bead weaving, metal working, polymer clay and the list goes on and on. There are also articles, book reviews, Q&A, and a gallery of designs!
What is really cool is that the tutorials are made by other artisians -… Continue
Posted on October 31, 2009 at 2:54am — 2 Comments
Cool New Altered Art Designs Using Vintaj
If you love Vintaj like I do you really have to check out the project gallery at Vintaj's website. They have alot of new ideas. There are some really cool projects using their brass blanks and embossed pendants.
http://vintaj.com/gallery/
Happy Creating!!! :-)
Posted on September 26, 2009 at 4:29am — 1 Comment
Bracelets
Hi All,
I don't know about everyone else but I find myself forgetting that sometimes simple and elegant is better - especially when it comes to bracelets. Here recently I have begun to make bracelets - It is HOT here in TN and I have no desire to wear a necklace in this humidity - so I did what I always do and browsed the internet looking for ideas… Continue
Posted on June 19, 2009 at 4:27am — 1 Comment
Brass Jewelry Making Ideas and a great supplier
I have really gotten into using the brass stampings, charms, and findings recently! I love the look - very natural, organic, vintage looking and so on. Vintaj's website has ideas for necklaces,bracelets, earrings and more - Check it out! Here is a quick link to their idea gallery: http://vintaj.com/gallery/
I have also found a great supplier for Vintaj at awesome prices - she sells the whole Vintaj line as well as the Trinity Brass… Continue
Posted on May 25, 2009 at 3:38am — 1 Comment
Comment Wall (28 comments)
- At 9:42am on April 14, 2010,
Jamie Thompkins said… - Thank you for the add, I like your designs they are very creative and refreshing to look at
- At 8:47am on November 28, 2009,
jeanette said… - leigh ur work is awesome! i love ur copper wire work so inspiring!!!
- At 8:39am on September 19, 2009,
Jenny Israel- BKB said… - Thank you Leigh! So nice to hear......
- At 6:18am on September 19, 2009,
brenda ward said… - leigh, thank you so much for all your comments, that was great for my ego, which was slumping a little, lol. I just looked at your pieces, such beautiful designs, where do you get your beads, your focal pieces are fantastic!
- At 1:45am on September 13, 2009,
Moira Coon said…
- Thank you for the compliment! =)
- At 12:36pm on August 31, 2009,
Frances Perdew said… - Hi Leigh,
Thanks so much for your comment. I love your combination of gemstones in your necklaces also. Really like Fall Frenzy...I love Picasso Jasper. As far as my wirework goes, I went to one 1-hour workshop in wire wrapping with Carolyn Eddy at a local Gem Faire several years ago. Learned the basics from Carolyn and the rest is self-taught. The more I wrap, the more I like it. I'll keep watching your page...
Fran
- At 11:32am on August 29, 2009,
Rita said… - Thank you for your kind comments, it took a lotz of wire to get to this level!
- At 1:18pm on August 17, 2009,
Genetra said… - Thank you for welcoming me.
- At 10:15am on August 17, 2009,
Lonna Keller said… - Thank you so much! I enjoy working with non traditional materials and making really unique pieces.
- At 9:30am on August 15, 2009,
- Thank you for the compliment! I'm currently exploring your lovely work too!
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