The GOOD NEWS is…

That I had a very productive day in the studio today! I finished a commission piece for the ever-patient, SR.

Several months ago (I won’t tell you how many because it’s too embarrassing) SR gave me two loose stones – a rectangular lapis and a facetted citrine teardrop – to turn into one-of-a-kind jewlery pieces. Until recently, I had taken a long hiatus from using colored stones in my work. But the lapis stone hit a perfect note with my latest work and became part of my newest jewelry chorus, that features colored stones, set in a silver frame and finished with a handmade chain!!

What do you think?

I think I might be tempted to keep it. Shhh! Don’t tell SR.

Now for the BAD NEWS…

I was expecting the arrival of a little brown package today.
But 6 p.m. rolled around, and there was still no package. Where in the world could it be?

I had my suspicions, so I checked my handy UPS tracking number again. It told me that my delivery was scheduled to be on time, but an “EXCEPTION” had occurred. An “EXCEPTION?”

Okay. So I read a little futher and it said that our address did not exist. Oh no, not again! Our house has an unfortunate habit of being transported to the twilight zone whenever the friendly UPS man comes around (I wish it would do that when the not-so-friendly gravel sleaseman… I mean… salesman honks his horn in my driveway at 8:00 in the morning).

About 70% of the time, deliveries reach our house without a hitch. The other 30% of the time reminds me of one of the few cons of living off the beaten path, as in, not in a neighborhood. Well, if it doesn’t come tomorrow, I will have to hunt down that truck with my hammer and torch – a mad jeweler on the loose, LOOK OUT!

So sorry for those of you who are waiting for the arrival of your Dream Spiral Art Jewelries or Supplies. Rest assured, as soon as I get that package, I can put the finishing touches on your pieces and zip them off to you in the mail! Oh, and I’m doubly sorry for my grumpy face in the photos. Hopefully you won’t have to see that ever again (I usually save those faces for my Sweetie Pie).

In order to explore the color-painted world of enamels, I took a two-year hiatus from working with gemstones. But lately these earth-toned beauties have been finding their way back into my work again in a series of necklaces.

Each necklace is designed to showcase the lovliness of each stone as a work of art that is framed by sterling silver and my signaure hammered textures. The motif that frames the stone is continued throughout the necklace in a chain that is hand-fabricated by me to relate the design as a whole.

Just like the stones I use, each necklace is one-of-a-kind. Be sure to visit my Etsy Shop to find these new beauties.

There are three necklaces in the collection so far. What do you think?

This weekend I’ll be partaking in my first art show in Annapolis.

What: FIRST SUNDAY ARTS
Where: ANNAPOLIS, MD – on West Street
When: Sunday, June 7, from Noon to 5:00 p.m.

The fiance is working in Annapolis as I type this. He is the carpenter/caretake/plumber/renovator/whatever needs fixing extraordinare for one of the Historic Buildings in downtown Annapolis.

So, not only will you see ME on Sunday, but you will also get to meet the Mister, the Yin to my Yang, the amazing Fiance, SMB!

P.S. Due to the show in Annapolis, my Etsy shop will be closed on Sunday. So don’t delay if there’s something you’ve been meaning to snatch up; it might not come back from Annapolis with me, if it gets snatched up there instead. (:

I just listed a new ring in my Etsy shop today. She’s a one-of-a-kind beauty.THE CORAL RING.

Pink coral blushes fervently amidst a bed of sterling silver in this ring, size 7. The oval cabochon measures approximately 8 x 6 mm. It is set on a unique U-shaped band that is ultra-comfy to wear. I’ve patterned the exterior of the band with a series of hatch marks, while the interior has been left smooth.

Perfect for a summer picnic, eating purple grapes on green grass at an outdoor concert, or for a wander through the art museum, I’m certain you will love this precious ring as much as I have loved creating it!

After a trip to Barcelona, Spain, where I soaked in the works of famous architect, Antoni Gaudi, known for such works as Sagrada de Familia and Park Guell, I created this ring, aptly named GAUDI Ring. This is a limited edition art jewelry ring, available in sizes 5 1/4, 5 1/2, and 6.

I am a big fan of Gaudi’s architectural designs that often reference natural structures, such as trees, caves, and even fruit. So I was thrilled to have my GAUDI Ring included in a collection of handmade works inspired by architecture.

Check out page 84 in the May 2009 edition of the online publication called, VIVA LA MODA. VIVA LA MODA is a new online publication that is filled with dozens of pages of eye candy on the latest handmade fashion-trends, that include clothing, art, crafts, and jewelry! Thanks to Ainhoa, Julie, and all the girls at VIVA LA MODA for choosing my ring and for putting this fun publication together!

I’ll tell you what’s in my pocket! This cute little pocket-scale that I just ordered from Nile Corp.