Friday, November 12, 2010

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!

Wednesday, July 07, 2010

New antique bronze necklaces

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)

Wednesday, June 02, 2010

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.