Trying to feel Fall

I just don't *do* mature, neutral, earthy, Fall colors. But I am trying to step outside my comfort zone of pinks, greens, stripes, and glitter. Well, not the glitter. :)

My attempt at Fallish:


These pendants were experimenting w/artist chalks. Inspired by a tutorial by Tina Holden.


In person they almost look like crushed velvet under glass. It's a happy accident I'm going to play with more!

New antique bronze necklaces

New antique bronze necklaces
Originally uploaded by ~Christie

Trying out some new antique bronze findings. This is way outside my comfort zone! My brain only thinks in silver. :) But I bought the filigree pieces over a year ago and decided to take the plunge and try to use them. Of course I didn't use it as a bead wrap like it was designed. LOL!

I was so excited to find the wings! Winged hearts are one of my favorite things. Again, I didn't use the finding in the way it was designed. I embedded it in the clay.

If you need antique color findings, I highly recommend Steampunk Junk Supply on Etsy. Nice prices, selection, and lightning fast shipping! (my personal favorite)

Olivia

Olivia
Originally uploaded by ~Christie

I started this over a year ago. So today when I started looking for a "first project", I knew I should finish Olivia. :) Except for my terrible sewing skills I think she turned out great! Tomorrow she gets a proper stand.

This time I made clay arms instead of embroidery thread over the wire armature.