Handmade Jewelry Club and DIYlessons.ning

I want to thank a couple of wonderful websites for including my work on their sites. Some of my work is posted at DIYlessons.ning.com  and they were kind enough to share my work and bio on another great blog called the http://www.handmade-jewelry-club.com/ This blog features lots of talented artists and also shares lots of "how to" , do it yourself and free tutorials.

Blessings,
Terry

El Sun

Head to your favorite chair ..preferably a classic golden chair and relax to the sweet beats of El Sun.http://elsun.bandcamp.com/

Faceless girl

She started out as meaningless shape that sat in my desk with other unfinished projects. One day, I picked it up and saw a face. From there my imagination took over. One of my jewelry friends said she looked like a flapper girl. :) That is exactly what I saw in her. She is coiled with copper wire and is weaved. I want to attach her to a wide piece of black velvet.

Archie

Archie is a short name for Archibeadies 

(Archimedes) 

Archimedes of Syracuse (Greek: Ἀρχιμήδης; c. 287 BC – c. 212 BC) was a Greek mathematician, physicist, engineer, inventor, and astronomer. Although few details of his life are known, he is regarded as one of the leading scientists in classical antiquity. Among his advances in physics are the foundations of hydrostatics, statics  and an explanation of the principle of the lever. He is credited with designing innovative machines, including siege engines and the screw pump that bears his name. Modern experiments have tested claims that Archimedes designed machines capable of lifting attacking ships out of the water and setting ships on fire using an array of mirrors.
Funky Archie will hang out with the other owls in my collection. I decided to add wings to this owl. His eyes are wired with red swarovski crystals and black Hematite beads. His body is shaped, hammered and coiled with copper wire. I added yellow/orange dyed Howlite briolettes for his wings. His body has brown seed beads, red and yellow crystals and glass beads.

warm your heart owl

This little gal is made with colors of friendship and love. This pendant is made from copper wire, pinkish coral colored shell beads for her eyes. The center is a deep blue faceted glass bead. Her body was shaped and hammered into a heart and wired with shiny pink beads. She is hand made and coiled with lots of 26 Ga. wire. She is ready for a new home.:)

Spider web pendant

I found this cool design in one of my jewelry books called Contemporary Copper Jewelry.. Step by Step Techniques and projects. It is a wonderful book and can be found at Barnes n Nobles.  It has great jewelry by great artists. I found one that I've been wanting to try for some time. It's called the Spider weave pendant by ~~ Sharilyn Miller. I used a large Turquoise Howlite bead and copper wire for my piece. I did change the weave a tiny bit. After I finished, I oxidized the pendant to a grayish blue tint. I've been having lots of fun with oxidation but, I will save that for another post. :) The other side of the pendant is captured by spirals.

Vine earrings

I made this earrings from copper wire and green shell chips and cube swarovski cube beads. I shaped and hammered them into leaves, wired green chip beads and then wrapped hand torched copper head pins around the edges to form vines.

Blodeuwedd

Blodeuwedd

Other Names:  Wlodwin, Blancheflor.
Location:  Wales.
Description:  Lily maid of Celtic initiation ceremonies.  Known as the Ninefold Goddess of the Western Isles of Paradise.  Created by Math and Gwydion as a wife for Lleu.  The Maiden form of the Triple Goddess, her symbol was the owl.
Rules Over:  Flowers, wisdom, lunar mysteries, initiations.

This owl has the contrasting mix of colors of  red and deep sea blue. She is coiled and wrapped in copper wire. Her fiery eyes are deep burgundy with scarlet, red, swarovski crystals. Her body is hammered into a heart shaped charm and adorned with deep blue faceted glass beads.

Elizabeth

This pieces strays a little from my usual style but, I had all these pretty crystals and pearls calling me.:) It still has the look of elegance that is easy on your wallet. It is a twisted wire technique that involves making sections and then connecting them together. I used copper wire. I also got a kick out my daughter's face after I told her I named the piece after her.:)Loved her big cheesy smile.:)

Agate and shell bracelet

This bracelet has natural iridescent shell beads that reflect colors of gray, silver and black. One strand has a beautiful black agate for a focal bead. The crystals in smokey topaz and white give it lots of sparkle. I used a magnetic silver toned clasp which makes sure it stays secure and has an ornate look.

Wild Agate

I made this necklace with some wild striped Agate beads. I alternated mother of pearl beads with black faceted glass beads. Bold copper chain links separate the beautiful stone beads.

Clover Key

The frame of the key was shaped into heart shaped clover leaves and then hammered for strength. It is wrapped with tiny green seed beads and a little swarovski crystal bead.  The shank is coiled and weaved with 26Ga copper wire. It turned out even larger then my red Key of Passion pendant. I got it finished just in time for Saint Patrick's Day.:)

Crocheted Carnelians

I made another necklace to add to my "natural collection." It is crocheted with a rust colored cord  and has beautiful carnelian beads. It is very strong and very comfortable to wear. It clasps together with a gold tones heart toggle. It measures approximately 18 1nches in length.

Copper cross pendant

 This is a copper cross with hematite beads that I wire wrapped for my little nephew last weekend. The center is wrapped with hand torched head pins. The heat gives them a beautiful rosy color.

flea market finds

I am big on hunting for treasures. I love frequenting thrift stores, flea markets and yard sales. Tools and jewelry supplies can be very pricey especially for those just starting out. I am always trying to find ways to save money and time when creating. Fortunately for me, my hunny is very creative, as well and is quick to think "outside of the box." Here are few things in my inventory. The old chain came from a local thrift store. The Steel block came was lying by the side of the railroad tracks. I had a local steel place cut and my hunny polished it. Looks like it needs a polish again.:) The steel rod came from a flea market and works good as a mandrel for shaping wire. Happy hunting!:)

Hello sunshine

You have been missed my friend. Finally, my muddy swamp of a back yard can try and dry up. Maybe, I can grow grass once again. :) I can feel myself healing already. The body really does need sunshine. For those in California, enjoy the sunshine!!For those getting pounded with cold and snow, I send rays of sunshine your way and warm vibes.:)

I am glad to report, I finally ironed out the kinks in my blog. I couldn't figure out for the longest time why other people could not post a comment. It turned out to be a corrupt html code in my widgets. I apologize to anyone who encountered difficulties.

Blessings,
Terry

More Keys

I came up with these cute keys for my little gran-daughters for Valentine's Day. I will add them to my key collection.

Comment problems

I recently changed my blogger template. I really hate to have to change it again but, I have had one of my followers/friends tell me she cannot post a comment on my blog. I sure hope I can fix the problem. If any of you  seem to have a problem putting a comment on my page..could you please message me by email to let me know. Thank you and I'm sorry for any technical problems.

Blessings,
Terry

Periwinkle

This little guy is part of my owl collection. He is also wire wrapped and coiled in copper wire. His eyes are decorated with  carnelian beads and blue Lapis. The heart shaped body has blue faceted glass beads.

Hermes

Hermes is the great Messenger of the gods in Greek mythology as well as a guide to the underworld.He has also been said to be a bringer of dreams to the mortals.

When this design popped in my head, I couldn't wait to make it. I've always loved owls and wanted to make my own. He is wire wrapped and coiled in copper wire. His big eyes are adorned with tiny chocolate seed beads and centered with a carnelian stone bead. The body is a pretty brass heart shaped charm.

Key Of Passion

This key pendant is made from copper wire. I wire wrapped and coiled 3 circles together. The rest of the key is coiled and weaved. The inside of the key is adorned with red Swarovski and a black faceted Hematite bead, The outside is wired with tiny silver glass seed beads. It hangs from a simple Chocolate colored ribbon. I hope to make more to add to my collection.:)

Seahorse

I just finished this copper wire mosaic pendant tonight. It is wire wrapped with copper wire, garnets, blue, purple and smokey champagne  swarovski crystals. nestled among aqua quartz is a silver toned seahorse. It also is decorated with copper filigree and burgundy glass seed beads.

Have a healthy Happy New Year!!!

I terribly miss holding my tools in my hands and the feel of my wire bending and twisting. I can't wait to get to playing with some beads, copper and pliers. I caught the dreaded winter cold/flu and it has knocked me on my butt. It hit me on Christmas day and is still going strong. I've come to the conclusion, I might as well just wait until after the first to dive into any new projects. For now, I will rest, dream of new designs and try and have a fun New Years Eve. I wish everyone a  healthy Happy New Year!!


Blessings to All

Crocheted sparkle

This necklace is crocheted with tan/rust colored cord decorated with faceted iridescent beads. It measures approximately 31 inches. A great addition to wear with jeans or a sweater. It can also be doubled and worn as a choker.

Celtic Green

I made this necklace with copper wire and green opaque peridot glass beads. The chain is loopy which gives it a Celtic feel. It is unsymmetrical in design with copper chain on one side and green beads on the other. It can also be clasped into the loop link and worn as Y- necklace.

Curvy moonstone

I have an addiction to copper wire. I love making shapes, chains, pendants and sculptures from it. I made this chain from copper wire and added large moonstone beads between the curvy links. This necklace is very simply and pretty but is also comfortable to wear. I plan to get heavier gauge wire for a more chunky looking chain in my future projects.

Crazy S earrings

These copper wire earrings are S shaped and match the crazy S bracelet below. They have Blue dyed jade discs, moonstones and blue faceted glass bead dangles. These are real attention grabbers!

Blessings,
Terry

Crazy S bracelet

This wild shaped bracelet is hand made from copper wire. It dangles blue dyed jade discs, moonstones and blue faceted glass beads. Very funky and fun to wear. ;)

Blessings,
Terry

Bending Time

"Bending Time" This contest was the perfect time for me to gather all my broken odds and ends and recycle them into a new piece. This mosaic pendant holds different memories from different people in my life. I had broken jewelry that I kept from my grandmother, mother and even my daughters grandma. I've always wanted to make something from that old broken Bulova watch.:) You can even see the tiny rubies embedded in the watch. All the copper findings are hand bent, twisted, wrapped and hammered. I've taken a brass filgree end cap and flattened and reshaped it into a rose bud accented with a red Swarovski crystal. I have added garnet chips to add color and richness. Little seed beads are swirled and weaved into the pendant for depth. This pendant hangs from a velvet rope cord to give it a royal look. So even though the pieces, parts and beads may be inexpensive, there is a lot of time and love in this pendant.

Bubbles

This design was inspired by bubbles. I made this necklace at the end of summer. I love how bubbles capture a rainbow of iridescent colors. I only used my round nosed pliers and a marker to form the groups of circles. The pink shells and Swarovski crystals fit perfectly inside the circles to splash my bubbles with color. The chain is made from crocheted copper wire with little pink glass beads. The clasp was hand made from copper. It's amazing how much you save when you make all of your own findings.