We’ve been back from our big summer trip to Great Britain for a couple of months now, but I’m just now having time to sit down and flesh out the idea for this post. Better late than never, right??…
When we were thinking about buying our first house, I convinced my husband that we should focus on homes in the Clark Park neighborhood of our town. I told him that these homes were well-made, close to downtown and…
Summer is always a busy time for my husband and I… and this year has probably been even busier than normal. Things are only now starting to slow down a tiny bit… and that means that last week we…
inspiration, The Earring Whisperer
The Earring Whisperer: Inspiration for Art Journey Six, William Morris
The earrings below are definitely statement earrings! They are lightweight yet long, wide, and have lots of movement. The wide looped components I used were originally intended to be bracelet connectors but I thought this would be an interesting…
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Monday Musings: Art Bead Inspirations for Journey 6
Happy Monday, everyone! Welcome to my next installment of art bead inspiration for our newest Art Journey that is all about the gorgeous artwork of William Morris. I have zero background in art or art history, so I learn…
Art Journey 6 challenge : Life is a Rich Tapestry with William Morris…
I know that this particular collection of art from Joseph Cornell would be a challenge for most. But I think that our readers and editors both proved they were up to the task with all the interesting takes on…
Okay, I admit it. I’m a tool junkie. I get excited over new tools. I’m enamored with new twists on tools. Enthralled with the innovative design, just look at the new jeweler’s saws that are available now…. New Concepts,…
I just couldn’t let this amazing Journey slip by without making a few more designs inspired by the artwork of Joseph Cornell! Not everything that I made for Journey 5 pushed the envelope of creativity and design, but I…
Do you remember that excited feeling in second grade when it was time for art class? Blank canvas, no fear, time to make something beautiful. While music class felt like it lasted two winters, art class always ended too…