wow how i've grown

industrial flower
Originally uploaded by wildflowerdesigns

in the four years since i have been a member of etsymetal, i have dramatically increased my knowledge and skill level in so many areas of metalsmithing.
i have learned numerous new skills that would not have been possible without the tutorials, Q&A sessions, and encouragement of my fellow metalsmiths.
i have gained valuable information on photo techniques and advertising dos and don'ts.
i have found my voice and gained the confidence to offer it to the world.

THANK YOU ETSYMETAL!!!!!!

as a small token of my appreciation, i will be offering 20% off most of my one of a kind items this week.
just check out the sale section of my shop or browse the whole thing.

SALE

subdued
Originally uploaded by wildflowerdesigns

the SALE is on!!!!
any purchases that total $50 or more will receive a FREE pair of enameled mini post earrings.
(similar to the pic, but your own special pair)
now is a great time to buy christmas, birthday, or anytime gifts and get a little something for yourself.

check out the shop
and check out etsymetal for more deals

shop updates

gumdrop
Originally uploaded by wildflowerdesigns

see, i wasn't lying; i am getting the shop updated for the humongous SALE this weekend.
these are some of the stacking rings i have been working on.
i still haven't decided what i think.
i bought a ring mandrel with a flat side to use for large cabs, but i decided to use it and set several small stones on its surface instead.

find gumdrop here
find more etsymetal sales here

news and new work

slice
Originally uploaded by wildflowerdesigns

just to clue everyone in, i have not just been sitting around eating bonbons lately; i am pregnant and have been feeling rather pathetic.
and now really isn't the time for feeling completely exhausted every minute, or getting a cold that i can't shake, or worrying about what parker will do for his first year of school in the fall.
but, admist all of this, i was able to participate in fondren unwrapped last week and it went much better than expected.
over the next couple of days i will be listing old and new items in the shop and then plan on having a SALE this weekend to kick off online holiday shopping.
so, be sure to check back friday for all the details.