I just found out the other day that I have been juried into Etsy Metal! Yay!!! I am very much looking forward to being part of this bright, wonderful, supportive group. Here is the Etsy Metal website, their blog, and their members. Below are a few of their artists that have caught my eye.Anticlastic ring with a touch

I have done enameling before, and know how trying it can be. When I came across marstinia's work on Etsy, I was amazed. The beautiful colors that are infused in her jewelry and enameled dishes are lovely, and well executed. Here are some favorites...enjoy!

While taking a break between soldering jobs, I found this lovely artist on Etsy! brigetmbird's creations are full of beautiful color and texture, and would make a lovely addition to anyone's jewelry collection. Here are some of my favorites:

Felt Play Food from Katie Made Goods' Etsy shop.Happy Thanksgiving!!! Dave and I are heading out to Hood River today for the feast later. Luckily, the roads are dry and the skies are clear :)Here are some things I am thankful for:1. Good Health2. A good mind3. Family and friends4. Dave5. Sammy and Amber (our cats)6. 23 years

I am a damn good metalsmith, and one of the things that I absolutely love is using my hydraulic press. I am currently working on a commission for three thorn brooches, to be finished in January. The picture above was of the test piece. I use a very thorough technique for making hollow forms like these, but after

Even working 6 days a week, and house sitting, I was able to be productive. While house sitting, I was able to complete a grant proposal for the Oregon Arts Commission Career Opportunity Grant (fingers crossed). After house sitting, I "banned" myself from metal until I finished both my Towson University application, and the one for University of

Oh I had so many plans for this season! And yet, life happens, and suddenly all those plans for creation change, or get put on the back burner. I have been working 6 days a week for the past 6 weeks or more. Luckily, that changed this week and I now have time to work on my jewelry

Just came across this on notcot.org...it's a game where you answer the right definitions to words in a multiple choice format, and for every word you get right, they donate 10 grains of rice to people in need. A good way to pass the time, play around, and do something good for others at the same time! View

Small Chick(image from Urban Cow Studio)On the subject of birds, I was reminded of an artist from Australia who I absolutely fell in love with while living there. Elodie Barker was born and raised in Adelaide, and studied at the University of South Australia (my alma mater) to obtain a degree in ceramics. Some of her most memorable

"The White Deer"I have always loved paper sculptures and books, but have never really been paper/book-minded (as far as crafting goes). I did, however, run across SanFran67's lovely creations on Etsy today. These are beautiful paper creations that bestill my heart. My absolute favorite is The White Deer (pictured above). I love the depth, bold lines, graphic images,

I have just discovered Cotton Bird Designs, from Shropshire, England, on Etsy! The designer creates beautiful little birds out of vintage textiles or paper, along with little potting sheds and tea cottages. I have been surrounded by birds since I was a child, as my stepdad owns a game bird ranch, and have always had an affinity for

Kara Burke, a transplant from San Francisco, is like many transplanted artists in Portland. Working a day job, part time or full time, and trying trying trying to create a market for herself outside of that. I work with Kara at Equinox Jewelers, and outside of our time there, she is an artist, painter, illustrator, and jeweler. I

Yesterday and today have been days of some growth for me. Yesterday, I created this pendant for a friend. This is actually the back view of the bezel set stone. It's some sort of Agate that my friend Katrina gave me to set for her at some point, and I finally got around to it yesterday. I learned