Inspiration

I recently took a class with Mary Hettmansperger (http://www.maryhetts.com/), she is amazing! Her work is so unique and natural. It was a mixed metals bracelet class, with cold connections using eyelets. Her creativity in what she uses to make jewelry is unreal. I am so glad I took the class.
I have been designing many new pieces based on her teachings, as soon as they are done, I will post them.
I also have been trying to design my prom necklace; this is no easy feat because I have yet to get a dress yet, so right now it is just trying to get ideas to paper. I do have a little while to make it, hopefully I won't be up until 3 in the morning the day of prom...

Off to create :)

So like I posted before, I went to the MJSA Show in New York. It was amazing! I definitely want to go back again next year. There were so many different booths that made me want to expand my business even further. New York itself was fun too :)

This past Thursday I did a little local show. I was hoping that more people would show, but I was happy with what happened. I am definitely going to keep up the promoting of my work.
When I come up with some new designs I will post them :)

Thanks :)

Off to the MJSA show!

So this may be a little early, but I am just so excited. On Sunday I will be going to the MJSA Show in New York. I am very excited to get to go. It is a great show from what I have heard, including all of the new and innovative tools and materials in the jewelry world.

Here is the website for the show: http://www.mjsatradeshows.org/expoNY.php

I will update everyone on how it was when I come back on Monday night. Hopefully I wont spend too much money, but I am not making any promises. ;)

Here are some examples of my sterling silver work. The spiral bracelet was inspired by a shell that I had seen online. The bangles were just something that I wanted to do, and once I had access to a torch, and the knowledge of a technique (thanks to my friend at work who also makes jewelry) I was able to make them.
Both of the pictures feature the bracelets hammered, I like the texture of the hammering. Plus it's a great to relieve stress.
They can be made in all different sizes. I even made a spiral pendant, and I am trying to master making two of the same size for earrings. I will post pictures when I get them done!

:) Kate

What is new in 2009

I have been working to put my jewelry out so people can see it more. It is hard because so many people are making jewelry and trying to sell it, so I try and personalize it if I can. Here is a picture of a links set. I made each one of these links out of fine silver, and each of them are hammered to add texture. It is light and can be made into many different sizes.

I truly enjoy making jewelry and I hope that you enjoy looking at it.

:) Kate

My first post!

Sorry I don't have any pictures up yet, I am still trying to figure out how to make them look their best. Should have them up soon, I hope.