Birthday Week Giveaway: Day Four…
Today marks the fourth giveaway in the Birthday Week series,Shamballa Jewelry! Up for grabs are a selection of ceramic buttons and beads from Lisa Peters Art . One lucky winner will score this small treasure trove of ceramic goodies courtesy of Lisa! I love the earthy feeling of Lisa’s work. She’s got a knack for capturing the organic feel of stoneware clay and creating some really interesting pieces. For instance those big buttons could easily end up being clasps in a chunky bracelet or incorporated into “conversation” rings with wire or a rivet post. I’ve seen some really awesome, edgy Steampunk-esque leather cuffs using Lisa’s ceramic buttons and cabochons. I fell in love with her skull beads when I was set up next to her at a show in New York. (You can see an example of what I did with one HERE and see the ones available in my shop HERE .) Admittedly, it wasn’t the most bustling of shows, so we had plenty of time to get to know each other and keep entertained. All weekend, she’d crack me up.
The Writing and Art of Andrew Thornton .
Head in the Clouds and Extra Links
Read some bonus Q&A on Katie’s blog. Snap out of it, Jean!There’s beading to be done! Jean reviews Kate McKinnon’s inspiring new book, Sculptural Metal Clay Jewelry, with DVD included! Strands of Beads Melissa shows off new designs using cool skull beads and charms from Rings & Things The Writing and Art of Andrew Thornton Andrew hosts another Thursday Giveaway! This time, the prize comes courtesy of Natural Touch Beads! Find out how you can win some awesome resin jewelry components! Melanie is an artist, blogger, writer, and ceramic beadmaker at Earthenwood Studio . Her beads and components can be found at her Etsy shop and her jewelry can be found in her Etsy Galleria . To comment on this post, visit the original post at the Earthenwood Studio Chronicles Blog.
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Birthday Week Giveaway: Day Five…
Included are several carved bone skull beads, magnesite skull beads, wooden skull beads, a fine pewter skull pendant from my family , vintage buttons, ceramics from Elaine Ray , a bronze skull cross from Candice Wakumoto , ceramics from Keith O’Connor, a shibuichi skull from Bob Burkett , a shibuichi skull and crossbones pendant by Lea Anne Hartman, ceramic skull beads from Gaea Ceramic Beads , polymer clay from Pam Wynn , a sawdust and resin bead from Priscilla Marban , a ceramic skull pendant based off of a New England tombstone by Diane Hawkey , Czech glass, and a long strand of quartz chip beads from Bead Trust . I’ve included work from some of my favorite beadmakers and jewelry artisans. Most of the skull beads are available in the Skull section in my shop (or will be available for purchase starting in October). Work by Keith O’Connor will also debut in my shop in October,Pocket Watches! To win these beads is really easy. All you have to do is leave a comment on this blog post.
The Writing and Art of Andrew Thornton .
Shop Update…
This is the first update to the Shop I have several planned over the next few days. I added lots of new Basha beads, including the next generation of Pasha beads (which has a brighter red) and the new Mandarin style (also known as “Serendipity” ). CLICK HERE to check out the selection of Basha Beads. I’m going to part with my brand new ring that I recently made. It features a stunning Basha Bead from the Opal Series. It is riveted onto a sterling silver Kate McKinnon post ring with a small fine silver spacer-cap. CLICK HERE to read more about it and check out other pictures and CLICK HERE to find out how you can acquire such a lovely treasure! I’ve also added a couple of Lisa Peters Art ceramic skull beads. I’ve been holding on to these for awhile. I thought about keeping them for myself. CLICK HERE to see the collection of Lisa’s work in my shop. I’ll be adding more to the shop fairly soon, but don’t delay as many of these are limited edition or one of a kind items
The Writing and Art of Andrew Thornton .
Sundays with Cindy
Happy Sunday! Hope you’re enjoying your coffee this morning! Let’s see what’s going on in the Bead Blogging World…. A Bead A Day Creating jewelry for special vacations can help you look forward to upcoming trips and keep the memories fresh afterwards. Art Bead Scene Art Bead Scene has a new look and some new opportunties to get involved. Come see! Beading Arts Rubber glass? Rubber glass?!? What the heck is rubber glass? Carmi’s Art/Life World Carmi uses some amazing digital images to create a new resin filled bezel necklace. Cindy Gimbrone aka Lampwork Diva Check out the new beads on Cindy’s site .
Pamela Love’s Spring Jewelry Collection Slays Us
Pamela Love’s Spring Jewelry Collection Slays Us By: Michelle Christina Larsen | Photos by: Ryan Koopmans In a momentary flashback to the nomads and tribal warriors of spring 2010 , Pamela Love reminds us how powerful an impression some war paint, wind-mangled manes, and epic metal accessories can be. The New York-based jewelry designer has won over a slew of fans with her spring 2011 line, inspired by Indian and African tribes, from tiered rows of skull-beads and spiked cuff bracelets to delicate geometrics suspended from thin gold chains. Her killer star-point bracelets may have been designed for looks, but we bet nomadic and urban chics alike could wield them as a weapon of self defense! The looks were made complete by Sebastian hairstylist Thomas Dunkin’s masterful unraveling of the models’ locks into wild, sexy, primal-glam ‘dos. The overall effect is a refreshing departure from modern minimalism and the gadget-fueled sleekness of the modern age.
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Slash To Sell Off Cars, Guitars and More
Combining a few lots you can basically get a whole Slash costume: other lots feature a leather Chrome Hearts suit ($2,000-3,000), Ray-Ban Large Aviator sunglasses ($200-300), a custom Rockin’ Couture Guns N’ Roses belt ($300-500) and a custom skull and crossbones in a top-hat necklace ($600-800). Also for sale is a wee bit of bling in the form of a diamond encrusted guitar pendant estimated at $12,000-18,000; a Slash Guns N’ Roses silver cuff ($600-800); a sterling skull link necklace (Est $1,000-2,000), and a Cartier Roadstar wristwatch ($4,000-6,000). Less rock star but still intriguing is Slash’s collection of Southeast Asian furniture items, such as the carved polychrome painted and gilded armoire ($400-600). Other decor pieces include a pair of monumental red suede conversation sofas ($3,000-4,000) that can be paired with silver and black beaded skull pillows ($200-300).
Luxist .
The House of Yes: A Tour
My tiny,Wholesale jewelry, tiny office Desk: Salvation Army Chair: Salvation Army File cabinet: spray painted with ‘hammered steel effex’ paint, Salavation Army Lamp: small town thrift store in Wisconsin Dress dummy: second hand display store Dress: Salvation Army (I actually go to this particular Salvation Army so frequently, the cashier put aside this dress for me because she knew I’d like it!) My ‘entry/dining room’ I painted my front door with chalkboard paint .
Luxist Phototour: The Collection of Slash at Julien’s Auctions
Less rock star but still intriguing is Slash’s collection of Southeast Asian furniture items. A room set up as a game room displays art, neon signs and a South Park Pinball Machine estimated at $2,500-3,500 Other decor pieces include a pair of monumental red suede conversation sofas ($3,000-4,000) that can be paired with silver and black beaded skull pillows ($200-300). The sale includes a variety of photographs and posters. Slash’s 2007 Harley-Davidson VRSCDX Night Rod Special shown above in the foreground is estimated at $8,000 .
Embrace your creativity
This jewelry set was given to me by a friend, who’s turned me onto an incredible store called :SEY. The star and skull jewelry fits perfectly with the holed leggings and the drive in top. The slick rope like necklace and bangle is accented with lovely metal stars, beads and skulls. The detailing on this set is ridiculously incredible. And with such a close up picture, you are able to see one of my favourite piercings from Haus of Darcy (.HoD.). Like all of .HoD. piercings, they are extremely high quality work, unique individual designs and unisex. You want piercings with just enough metal to them��.head on out to .HoD. and check out their awesome jewelry!
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