lots of sparkles

chicory
Originally uploaded by wildflowerdesigns

have i mentioned how much i am enjoying playing with faceted gemstones of all kinds??
i have several pair of post earrings and several necklaces being added to the shop now.

new sparkles

shadow box - citrus
Originally uploaded by wildflowerdesigns

i think i may need to admit that i have a problem...
i have fallen in love with sparkly gemstones and could the timing be better?
i now have quite an assortment of earrings for all those party-goers and fancy women.

come check out the shop

i learned something new yesterday...

my new earrings
Originally uploaded by wildflowerdesigns

i tube set my first faceted gems in a pair of earrings.
i am really excited about all of the possibilities this opens up.
i was rather nervous, but had read great advice from my fellow metalsmiths on the etsymetal forums.
i have to admit that i would not be where i am now without the advice, talent, and encouragement of my online friends.

bling

project runway challenge
Originally uploaded by wildflowerdesigns

after admiring maggie j and sara westermarks hollow form rings, i knew i wanted to make one.

this week's project runway challenge was to make a show stopper that was sparkly and shiny.
i thought this would be the perfect opportunity to combine some modern metalwork with my new rose cut gems.
this ring was fabricated from scratch and features two green amethyst gems.
i plan on exploring hollow form rings more in the future.

to see more bling, check out the etsymetal blog.

update

gumdrops
Originally uploaded by wildflowerdesigns

so, i did manage to get a couple of things added to the shop during the etsymetal update.
of course, it wasn't as much as i had hoped.
i have yet another cold and the terrible weather has prevented me from taking pics of the other pieces i have actually completed.
and by bad weather i mean 2 hours of snow that promptly turned into a slushy, icy mess.

find sweet gumdrops here

new work

posey
Originally uploaded by wildflowerdesigns

i am finally getting around to taking some pics of my new flowers.
these are some of my favorites!!
i have a couple of ideas for new ones that tiptoe out of my comfort zone of circles.
check the shop for updates all week.

and thanks to a friend for watching parker while i worked yesterday.
it did get me kick started and i was able to accomplish a lot.

violet

violet
Originally uploaded by wildflowerdesigns

there are some pieces that you are really proud of, that you just walk away with a smile after completing them.
this pair of earrings is that for me.
i cut and filed the pieces for these ages ago and was really worried about putting them together just right.
luckily, everything worked.

find violet here

an old favorite

leaf close
Originally uploaded by wildflowerdesigns

i have been cleaning and organizing what i will call my studio.
while doing so, i have come across some old designs that i was really proud of a year ago.
they are going up on etsy (and at SALE prices) because they deserve to find a good home.

find fall leaf here