Check out my new copper & Dichoric cuff bracelet. Susan Philpot is an amazing local glass artist here in Las Vegas, my class last week was making the copper cuff with the copper bezel. Her glass worked so well with my cuff I just couldn't resist. For more information on Susan's work check out her blog.
http://catsmeowjewelry.blogspot.com/

Art & Soul Retreat In Las Vegas

February 21-24, 2010
at Bally's/Paris
Vendor Show Saturday 20th!
check the activities page for exciting info

Registration is now open!

www.artandsoulretreat.com/

Fusing Glass class 1& 2

I just took my second glass fusing class last weekend and slowly I might be learning a thing or two. I can really appreciate Betty and Susan's work so much more. I knew they were both really talented but never really understood the process, I have a long way to go before I can even get close to what they do.

Isn't she sweet?

Check out my beautiful new doll all handcrafted by my good friend June. Her work is just so incredible, for a closer look at the detail, click on the photos. Thanks so much June I just love her!

My first fusing class

Check it out!! I took my very first fusing class a few weeks ago and just picked up my finished pieces today. I made a few fused pendants and look at these .... I made a set of 4 fused dishes. I love them ... I know they are not perfect but I had a great day learning something so totally out of my "box". Can't wait to take my next class in November.

Look what we've been making in class

Just wanted to show off some of the work done by students.
The necklace was designed and created by Margaret Bell. She made the
Silver Art Clay Heart and charm as well as a few of the components.
Margaret is a glass artist ... but everything she makes is beautiful.

Check it out!! How cute is this Ring made by Jerry Buckler. The ring was made in the Silver Art Clay class given last week.
Jerry did an outstanding job on this ring. She pick the perfect bold bead for this spinner Ring and it really reflects the person she is ... fun fun fun!! Great job Jerry.

A'Kasha Jewerly - Portland Oregon

Each time I go to Portland to visit my family I take a class from Steve Smith at A'Kasha Jewelry.
Steve is the owner of the store as well as a Gemologist and Jeweler. This visit he taught me how
to electroplate metals. If you are ever in the Portland area stop in and say "hi" and check out what
classes he is teaching.

A'Kasha Jewelry
12602 SW Farmington Rd
Beaverton, Or 97005
503-643-5101