To Bead or not to Bead

It has been awhile

2006-11-22T11:47:00.000-08:00

I am sorry that it has been awhile since I last posted some new stuff. I have been busy putting together my website and now that it is finished it is keeping me on my toes. If you want to check it out, you can find it here http://www.hopemountainart.com .
If you want more information on any of them, please visit the website!

Custom Order

2006-10-24T18:58:00.000-07:00

This is a custom order that I did for a client using African Map Jasper beads from my website www.hopemountainart.com

Carnelian Ring

2006-03-27T20:14:00.000-08:00

This ring has a smooth band. The bezel has a larger base to give the stone more definition. The stone is carnelian.

Shadow Box Necklace

2006-03-27T20:10:00.000-08:00

I saw a picture of a shadow box recently and it made me think of trying a necklace to portray it. The chain I made similiar to the one I gave Riette. It is very delicate looking and feels great to wear.

Filigree Ring

2006-03-27T19:57:00.000-08:00

This is my first attempt at a filigree ring. I definatly learned some things that I will have to do differently next time. This ring was donated to a silent auction that our church was having. Money raised went to a team that is going to Mexico.

Interesting Setting

2006-03-27T19:03:00.000-08:00

I was given this brooch from my grandmothers old things and I liked the stone. I wanted to make it into a necklace since I don't wear brooches! I wanted to show you what the bezel looked like once I took the stone out! Strange that they used to use sawdust!!

First Attempt at Chain Maille

2006-03-09T19:51:00.000-08:00

I have been wanting to try chain maille for a very long time and finally I have gotten around to it! I cut all the rings with my saw. I am still trying to decide how to finish it off.

Egyptian Bracelet

2006-03-06T10:55:00.000-08:00

I saw a bracelet similiar to this made by Deliasstones and I had to try it. Her version had beads attached, but I personally like the silver only look.
I created my own puzzle clasp similiar to the ones you can purchase from Rings & Things, thanks Russ for your idea!

Spiral Ring

2006-03-06T10:40:00.000-08:00

This ring is a 20 gauge flat metal band with 18 gauge spirals solders to the band. A simple but elegant ring.
3 Different views of the same ring.

Malachite Ring

2006-02-18T12:40:00.000-08:00

My Ring after using Zam, thanks so much M3rma1d!!! I really appreciate all your help!!

This is my very own design which I am very proud of! I wanted to incorporate both the hammered flat band and the 1/2 round band. I also wanted to use a square malachite cabachon for a change. I am very happy with how this turned out. However, when I was putting in the square stone my tool slipped and I managed to scratch the surface of the stone(you will notice that mark on the second picture). Thankfully a friend of mine recommended something to fix it, so I am waiting for that product to come.
Hope you enjoy this one!

Free Form Necklace

2006-02-15T12:33:00.000-08:00

This is a freeform sterling silver necklace created for a friends birthday with a matching bracelet. The style is similiar to the freeform necklace published in Art Jewelry Magazine. The balls at the ends of the wire didn't form perfectly, but to be honest, I love the look the imperfections give.

The second picture shows more detail. I am still trying to figure out this picture taking, let's hope I get it right soon!!

Geometrix

2006-02-06T20:25:00.000-08:00

I made all aspects of this necklace using different gauges of Sterling silver. The three largest circles are hammer textured while the other circles are all smooth.

Eni Oken's Bracelet Design

2006-02-06T17:22:00.000-08:00

This is a bracelet design that I got from Eni Oken. Thanks Eni! It is made with Rhodonite and Black Onyx beads with silver accents. It measures 7" and has a 2" extention.

Russian Wedding Band

2006-01-27T15:10:00.000-08:00

This ring is 3 strands of 1/2 round 6mm wire woven together. I love the style of this band, I have a bit to learn for the next one, but definately a must to make again.

Ring Number 2

2005-12-31T12:43:00.000-08:00

Okay, so I am on a roll and I absolutely love making rings! This design is one that I started at my course, but didn't have time to put it all together. I finally got it finished and because it isn't perfect, I don't want to sell it. That's okay though because I love it and want to keep it for myself. I really like to design and will have to make more like it!

Silversmithing Course - First Ring

2005-12-10T14:19:00.000-08:00

I wanted to show off the ring I made at the silversmithing class I attended last weekend. I am very excited about getting my studio together so that I can create more pieces!

2005-02-25T17:08:00.000-08:00

amethyst bead drop earrings

2005-02-25T17:07:00.000-08:00

Green mass of beads necklace

2005-02-25T17:05:00.002-08:00

Wire wrapped amethyst glass earrings

2005-02-25T17:05:00.001-08:00

Rainbow flourite donut necklace

2005-02-25T17:05:00.000-08:00

Wire wrapped rose quartz nuggets with silver bracelet

2005-02-25T17:03:00.002-08:00

Sea opal and amethyst bracelet

2005-02-25T17:03:00.001-08:00

Silver and green bracelet

2005-02-25T17:03:00.000-08:00

Wire wrapped white agate necklace

2005-02-25T17:02:00.000-08:00

Yellow turquoise donut with black jade and green necklace