In my last posting I mentioned having been interviewed. It has just been posted and I wanted to give the link. http://fortheloveofjewels.blogspot.com/
Sally Jewett-Brocato is a jewelry designer and likes to interview others in the industry. The interviews are shared with her readers. She is a talented lady and please check her site.
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Hi everyone! This past week I was interviewed for a blog posting on Sally Jewett-Brocato website, http://fortheloveofjewels.blogspot.com/. Sally likes to interview various jewelry designers and in turn shares their stories with her readers. I had a fun time with the questions and enjoyed the interview. Some questions were a little more thought provoking but I liked dealing with each question. If you are interested in reading my interview, look for the blog posting in about a week.
Recently I finished the brooch shown in the picture. I loved the stone, Sonora Sunrise. The brooch is set in sterling silver with patina. The stone setting is angled up off of the base plate. I enjoyed this project.

I also finished the following pendant. It has a pietersite stone set in sterling silver with 18 K gold accent.


Both items are for sale. If you are interested, please contact me.
It's getting hot in Mississippi but happy to have this weather over tornado weather any day. Kindest regards to all!

Hope all is going well with everyone. Just to update those that read the news in regard to my work. Much of my jewelry is sold at a gallery, Taylor P O, in Taylor, Mississippi. It is located just outside of Oxford (home of the University of Mississippi). Recently I learned that one of the Southern Living Homes is being built in that little town and the expectation for visitors is around 20,000 over 3 or 4 months. I am excited but thinking about the demand on inventory. It will be a fun challenge.
Also I have just signed a contract to teach beginner silversmithing at John C. Campbell Folk School in North Carolina during the spring of 2009. It is a great place and I am looking forward to the opportunity. Their motto has to do with passing it (knowledge) on and that is a great theme. Much of what is taught at the school has been handed down from one generation to the other.
I love all aspects of metal and glass work and this will be a great opportunity to share with those starting in metal or those wanting to learn something new.
Kindest regards to all!

Recently I finished two brooches using chasing and repousse with the keumboo technique. Presently these pieces are at the Mississippi Craftsmen Guild. I enjoyed using multiple techniques.

Recently I finished this commissioned pendant. It was done in 10g. sterling silver and was approximately 3/4" x 1 1/4". The symbol is Chinese writing for harmony. This was a fun project.

This is a ring that I made for my youngest son. My computer crashed and I haven't been posting lately. This photo was uploaded with new photoshop software which works fine but I am learning how to use it.

Schedule....I'll be giving a demonstration in Jackson, MS at the Crafter's Guild of Mississippi on Saturday, May 26th. If you are in the area, please come by for a visit.

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