new release thursdays

sunscape
Originally uploaded by wildflowerdesigns

i am still attempting to participate in etsymetal's new release thursdays.
some weeks it feels like i have nothing and need to scramble to put the finishing touches on projects.

i have continued to play with granulation and have been pleased with the results so far.
i have found that it is tricky and i can't really predict how long it will take me to get each project just right.

besides scrambling for new release thursdays, i am working on several custom pieces.
one is a chain and i LOVE making those!

i also got my acceptance letter from the guild in the mail today.
i am pleased that i made it into an organization that will help fill out my resume and provide some extra conveniences, but i still have no clue how my work this submission really differed from last.
i suppose i should just be happy for the positive outcome, but i find its still overshadowed by my results last time.

the finished product

blooming
Originally uploaded by wildflowerdesigns

after several mishaps and melted pieces, these earrings turned out absolutely perfect!!
i am so proud to have done some granulation and excited about utilizing some new shapes with my flowers.
i am also excited about the elongated earwires.
i have another pair of earrings using them and i think i might start using them on a regular basis.

for now, these earrings are representing my current work for the craftsmen's guild jury, but they will eventually (maybe) make it to the shop.