About 2 years ago when I took my first (and only) collar class from Sherri, I came up with the idea to make the pendant detachable.
At the Tahoe Retreat, I showed her what I had done... making two pendants and using detachable hooks -- she was stunned and said she had not thought about that.
The design keeps coming back in to my mind and I want to do more detachable things.
Not more collars -- the brass setting/base is too tight.
But I want to incorporate my idea in to other items. Working on something right now (in my mind) and as soon as I finish this bracelet, I am going to start on it.
I need some metal to cut and shape ....
Friday, January 21, 2011
Friday, December 31, 2010
End of 2011
End of the year and I am doing some reflecting.
It HAS been a good year.
We are healthy (well, we could be better), happy and in good spirits.
We are safe.
We love each other.
We protect each other from harm and foulplay.
There are things that could be better.
We could all be better about our messes in the house.
We could be better about our health.
We could be better about our spending.
But that's ok.
We are safe.
My art --- I could be so much more productive.
But I will not punish myself for this.
Only will vow to make it more of a priority this year.
I am wandering, hopelessly wondering, what happened to people this year.
Sometimes I punish myself for placing too much importance on people.
I am always astounded at people's actions.
And I spend too much time wondering why.
This year I need to toughen up and say SCREW IT.
If it were that important, you'd make an effort.
If not, my plan is to move on.
Not to be negative, these are the thoughts that I have today, the last day of 2010.
It HAS been a good year.
We are healthy (well, we could be better), happy and in good spirits.
We are safe.
We love each other.
We protect each other from harm and foulplay.
There are things that could be better.
We could all be better about our messes in the house.
We could be better about our health.
We could be better about our spending.
But that's ok.
We are safe.
My art --- I could be so much more productive.
But I will not punish myself for this.
Only will vow to make it more of a priority this year.
I am wandering, hopelessly wondering, what happened to people this year.
Sometimes I punish myself for placing too much importance on people.
I am always astounded at people's actions.
And I spend too much time wondering why.
This year I need to toughen up and say SCREW IT.
If it were that important, you'd make an effort.
If not, my plan is to move on.
Not to be negative, these are the thoughts that I have today, the last day of 2010.
Sunday, October 24, 2010
You never have enough....
Had a new project to start... went to look for Black size 8's.
none to be had.
Now how could THAT happen.
Mailed Beki some beads to match.
Got my answer :)
New bead order going in !
I need to attack my art with vigor -- with activity!
I need to be AGRESSIVE with it.
Have found I am becoming somewhat passive.
Not liking that..... taking the easy way out and not dedicating myself to working on it.
MUST. CRACK. WHIP. ON. MYSELF.
none to be had.
Now how could THAT happen.
Mailed Beki some beads to match.
Got my answer :)
New bead order going in !
I need to attack my art with vigor -- with activity!
I need to be AGRESSIVE with it.
Have found I am becoming somewhat passive.
Not liking that..... taking the easy way out and not dedicating myself to working on it.
MUST. CRACK. WHIP. ON. MYSELF.
Saturday, September 18, 2010
What to do... what to do....
The BFAC is finished.
I completed a freeform bracelet for myself.
WHAT TO DO NOW ???
I started an "odd" piece -- not sure what I will do with it.... but it is started.
The purse is screaming to be finished, but that would mean I would have to start over again.... because I don't like where I am with it.......
sheesh.
I need to do something.
The idle mind is the devil's playground.
I completed a freeform bracelet for myself.
WHAT TO DO NOW ???
I started an "odd" piece -- not sure what I will do with it.... but it is started.
The purse is screaming to be finished, but that would mean I would have to start over again.... because I don't like where I am with it.......
sheesh.
I need to do something.
The idle mind is the devil's playground.
Monday, September 6, 2010
Current Reading
Fiction: "Anthill" and I find it interesting.
Non-Fiction: "The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It For Life" -- incredible! Not only does it translate to art, but it translates to work too.
I'm thinking that I might like to get a copy for myself and mark it up to go back to.
On the list/waiting at the library:
"Blood Sucking Fiends" --- Christopher Moore. Colleen says it is hilarious, so tomorrow I will be picking it up on the way home.
Wire something -- I can't remember the name -- something to inspire me with wire work.
Non-Fiction: "The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It For Life" -- incredible! Not only does it translate to art, but it translates to work too.
I'm thinking that I might like to get a copy for myself and mark it up to go back to.
On the list/waiting at the library:
"Blood Sucking Fiends" --- Christopher Moore. Colleen says it is hilarious, so tomorrow I will be picking it up on the way home.
Wire something -- I can't remember the name -- something to inspire me with wire work.
Monster shopping today and boy are my feet tired!
Good sales -- time to start picking up things for Christmas.
I can't believe how quickly the summer flew by.
No, it's not fall YET.
Still warm here in AC.
In fact today, I was breaking quite a sweat while shopping !
We didn't get down to the beach this weekend -- what with all the folks in town.
But we have this week and those coming up!
I need to walk in the water and let the sand be a natural abrasive to my summer time feet.
AND I need some more shell type objects. I think this time we need to go further down the island -- perhaps closer to Margate instead of Ventnor.
I know Cape May is nice but they have too darned many rocks.
I want shells, damnit !
Somewhere on this mess I call a desk I have another listing. Methinks that there is a good beach on Brigantine Island.
Let's see. I am almost through with my bracelet -- for ME. Just a few more little things and then a clasp of some sorts.
Next project? haven't decided yet. There are so many idea's rolling around in my head.
Good sales -- time to start picking up things for Christmas.
I can't believe how quickly the summer flew by.
No, it's not fall YET.
Still warm here in AC.
In fact today, I was breaking quite a sweat while shopping !
We didn't get down to the beach this weekend -- what with all the folks in town.
But we have this week and those coming up!
I need to walk in the water and let the sand be a natural abrasive to my summer time feet.
AND I need some more shell type objects. I think this time we need to go further down the island -- perhaps closer to Margate instead of Ventnor.
I know Cape May is nice but they have too darned many rocks.
I want shells, damnit !
Somewhere on this mess I call a desk I have another listing. Methinks that there is a good beach on Brigantine Island.
Let's see. I am almost through with my bracelet -- for ME. Just a few more little things and then a clasp of some sorts.
Next project? haven't decided yet. There are so many idea's rolling around in my head.
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