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Sunday, November 13, 2011
Hand Stamped Metal and Metal Smithing Designs
Here are some of the designs I currently stock in my Etsy shop for metal stamping and metal smithing. If you are looking for items that are engraved, that is not my products. Half of the charm in hand stamping designs are the slight differences from one design to another.
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Saturday, November 12, 2011
Large Hole Pandora Type Lampwork Beads For Sale
Here are a few examples of lamp work beads I have created over the last few months. Each glass bead is lovely and its own art canvas. The rivets on the beads are sterling silver, marked .925. Some of the beads do not have rivets. They are all large hole beads that will fit European charm bracelets like Pandora and Troll.
I don't just carry charm bracelet beads. I also carry loose beads that you can incorporate into your own designs. Please drop by my store and see the selections currently up for sale.
Friday, November 11, 2011
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Shattered Marble Jewelry For Sale
This set of beautiful, peach, marble earrings and necklace has a shattered inside which allows the marbles to sparkle in any light. It is a special process that I do to the marbles that allows shattering on the inside, while allowing the outside to stay fully intact.
Measurements:
1/2" (14mm) wide
1" (24mm) drop from split ring
Additional information:
All metal fitting are sterling plated and has attached surgical steel ear wires for the earrings or the necklace includes the adjustable neckchain. They are listed seperately in my store. Earrings or Necklace. I do carry additional colors. If I am currently out or you do not see a listing for the necklace or earring chose you would like, please (Convo) me from my Etsy act. Thanks!
The design has a very special meaning to me! A personal one, a journey of my ups and downs in life, if you will. In my late 20's I was diagnosed with Bi-Polar 2. Over the years bi-polar has received a lot of bad press and maybe rightfully so. People with bi-polar SOMETIMES behave differently from the social norms.
If you are reading this, then I just shared an important piece of me with you! People joke about having it, people fear it, and most people are uneducated about it.(( BiPolar Disorder)). There are many forms of bipolar, some worse than others. I have bipolar 2...for some, this may explain my actions sometimes, for others, they say they never would have known, if not have been told.
I am lucky to have a supportive husband, one who loves me for me and will take me on my good days as well as my bad days. 17 years of marriage proves that! When people say how could you have put up with him all these years, I say back, cause he has put up with me all these years.
Bipolar is generally found in a families genes and pasted on to a child. If one or both parents have Bipolar Disorder, the chances are greater that their children may develop the disorder. It generally surfaces in the late teens and 20's, although, it can happen sooner, as early as 7-8 years old. In childhood, it normally comes out as manic and/or depressive symptoms. Still others a combination of manic and depressive symptoms. Highs may alternate with lows.
Manic symptoms include: severe changes in mood-either unusually happy or silly, or very irritable, angry, agitated or aggressive unrealistic highs in self-esteem - for example, a teenager who feels all powerful or like a superhero with special powers great increase in energy and the ability to go with little or no sleep for days without feeling tired increase in talking - the adolescent talks too much, too fast, changes topics too quickly, and cannot be interrupted distractibility - the teen's attention moves constantly from one thing to the next repeated high risk-taking behavior; such as, abusing alcohol and drugs, reckless driving, or sexual promiscuity.
Depressive symptoms include: irritability, depressed mood, persistent sadness, frequent crying, thoughts of death or suicide loss of enjoyment in favorite activities frequent complaints of physical illnesses such as headaches or stomach aches low energy level, fatigue, poor concentration, complaints of boredom major change in eating or sleeping patterns, such as oversleeping or overeating.
Mixed eposides: You are just back and forth between the two. Sometimes, many times a day or the same hour: this is what the doctors refer to as rapid cycling.
There are many medications to help with bi-polar disorder but only if you take the medication regularly.
Here is a poem I wrote and wanted to share with you.:
BiPolar I Am
I have never been a fan of rollercoasters
and maybe rightfully so...
cause I am on an emotional one
everyday, just thought you'd like to know.
At night while the entire house is at rest
I lay awake replaying the daily events.
Should I have said this, could I have done that,
it's almost as if I am giving myself a test.
Lost in my thoughts of days past
where things were said and done
that can not be erased, instead...
just nagging reminders they are here to last.
When depression kicks in
I can go for days with no sleep.
Zero, Zip, Ziltch! Oh, what a treat!
Hiding it from everyone, like some deadly sin.
Oh the mania! If I could be stuck on a manic high forever
without the trouble following me, I would.
My mania is the sarcastic, fun loving, don't give a damn.
Only I matter and if I you don't like what I'm doing "whatever!"
Spending entire days crying to release the hurt
making me feel better if only for a brief moment.
An emotional bottle fills, as it nears the top, it could erupt
Walking around on eggshells for days with my senses on high alert.
Speaking ever so fast, mind racing in high gear,
days of cleaning the house in an hour,
daily chores, shopping, dishes and more,
but ever since being on medication now seem to take a year!
Medication controls a portion and that's the goal
with monthly doctor follow ups
being ever so careful to take as directed
because I know it perhaps just might save my soul.
I know it's best for me to be on the medication I take.
If given the choice I would just be a mania junkie.
However the depression side follows at some point and takes
me to a place that leaves everyone I love with so much heartache.
While one with bi-polar could hope that they hit a plateau
it is certain that with daily changes in my environment
and endless stimulation, I can certainly say...
Who will I wake up tomorrow, I will never know.
Appearances can be decieving. Just like my marble design! What is fully intact on the outside to others, can be broken, shattered inside and all being held together with a small, simple invisible force. If your battling with anything in your life this marble stands for the fact you can still shine to the outside world, even though you feel shattered inside.
Measurements:
1/2" (14mm) wide
1" (24mm) drop from split ring
Additional information:
All metal fitting are sterling plated and has attached surgical steel ear wires for the earrings or the necklace includes the adjustable neckchain. They are listed seperately in my store. Earrings or Necklace. I do carry additional colors. If I am currently out or you do not see a listing for the necklace or earring chose you would like, please (Convo) me from my Etsy act. Thanks!
The design has a very special meaning to me! A personal one, a journey of my ups and downs in life, if you will. In my late 20's I was diagnosed with Bi-Polar 2. Over the years bi-polar has received a lot of bad press and maybe rightfully so. People with bi-polar SOMETIMES behave differently from the social norms.
If you are reading this, then I just shared an important piece of me with you! People joke about having it, people fear it, and most people are uneducated about it.(( BiPolar Disorder)). There are many forms of bipolar, some worse than others. I have bipolar 2...for some, this may explain my actions sometimes, for others, they say they never would have known, if not have been told.
I am lucky to have a supportive husband, one who loves me for me and will take me on my good days as well as my bad days. 17 years of marriage proves that! When people say how could you have put up with him all these years, I say back, cause he has put up with me all these years.
Bipolar is generally found in a families genes and pasted on to a child. If one or both parents have Bipolar Disorder, the chances are greater that their children may develop the disorder. It generally surfaces in the late teens and 20's, although, it can happen sooner, as early as 7-8 years old. In childhood, it normally comes out as manic and/or depressive symptoms. Still others a combination of manic and depressive symptoms. Highs may alternate with lows.
Manic symptoms include: severe changes in mood-either unusually happy or silly, or very irritable, angry, agitated or aggressive unrealistic highs in self-esteem - for example, a teenager who feels all powerful or like a superhero with special powers great increase in energy and the ability to go with little or no sleep for days without feeling tired increase in talking - the adolescent talks too much, too fast, changes topics too quickly, and cannot be interrupted distractibility - the teen's attention moves constantly from one thing to the next repeated high risk-taking behavior; such as, abusing alcohol and drugs, reckless driving, or sexual promiscuity.
Depressive symptoms include: irritability, depressed mood, persistent sadness, frequent crying, thoughts of death or suicide loss of enjoyment in favorite activities frequent complaints of physical illnesses such as headaches or stomach aches low energy level, fatigue, poor concentration, complaints of boredom major change in eating or sleeping patterns, such as oversleeping or overeating.
Mixed eposides: You are just back and forth between the two. Sometimes, many times a day or the same hour: this is what the doctors refer to as rapid cycling.
There are many medications to help with bi-polar disorder but only if you take the medication regularly.
Here is a poem I wrote and wanted to share with you.:
BiPolar I Am
I have never been a fan of rollercoasters
and maybe rightfully so...
cause I am on an emotional one
everyday, just thought you'd like to know.
At night while the entire house is at rest
I lay awake replaying the daily events.
Should I have said this, could I have done that,
it's almost as if I am giving myself a test.
Lost in my thoughts of days past
where things were said and done
that can not be erased, instead...
just nagging reminders they are here to last.
When depression kicks in
I can go for days with no sleep.
Zero, Zip, Ziltch! Oh, what a treat!
Hiding it from everyone, like some deadly sin.
Oh the mania! If I could be stuck on a manic high forever
without the trouble following me, I would.
My mania is the sarcastic, fun loving, don't give a damn.
Only I matter and if I you don't like what I'm doing "whatever!"
Spending entire days crying to release the hurt
making me feel better if only for a brief moment.
An emotional bottle fills, as it nears the top, it could erupt
Walking around on eggshells for days with my senses on high alert.
Speaking ever so fast, mind racing in high gear,
days of cleaning the house in an hour,
daily chores, shopping, dishes and more,
but ever since being on medication now seem to take a year!
Medication controls a portion and that's the goal
with monthly doctor follow ups
being ever so careful to take as directed
because I know it perhaps just might save my soul.
I know it's best for me to be on the medication I take.
If given the choice I would just be a mania junkie.
However the depression side follows at some point and takes
me to a place that leaves everyone I love with so much heartache.
While one with bi-polar could hope that they hit a plateau
it is certain that with daily changes in my environment
and endless stimulation, I can certainly say...
Who will I wake up tomorrow, I will never know.
Appearances can be decieving. Just like my marble design! What is fully intact on the outside to others, can be broken, shattered inside and all being held together with a small, simple invisible force. If your battling with anything in your life this marble stands for the fact you can still shine to the outside world, even though you feel shattered inside.
Friday, November 4, 2011
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Monday, September 19, 2011
Metallic Affinity Lampwork Bead Fits Pandora Type Bracelets
My metallic affinity large hole doughnut shaped lampwork bead was made by torch and frame in Green Bay, WI. The bead can be added to a cord or ribbon as a necklace or to any silver bracelet which takes a large hole bead such as Pandora, Troll and European Charm bracelets.
The bead was created in a flame, fully annealed, properly cleaned and then lined with .925 Sterling Silver Rivets.
I currently have three of this style bead made. Each measure approx. 14.5mm x8mm wide with a 5mm hole.
You can see all of my designs here.
The bead was created in a flame, fully annealed, properly cleaned and then lined with .925 Sterling Silver Rivets.
I currently have three of this style bead made. Each measure approx. 14.5mm x8mm wide with a 5mm hole.
You can see all of my designs here.
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