Archive for January, 2008

Put some art in your beverage!

Sunday, January 27th, 2008

Swizzle Sticks
Yes, I have yet another lampwork product line. This time however it has nothing to do with wearable glass art. I’ve had several pounds of clear borosilicate rods just sitting in my studio and a two pound grab bag of colored boro waiting to be used for something cool. Two nights ago as I was laying in bed trying to fall asleep, just like every other night :) . An idea popped into my head. There really isn’t much in unique artist made bar ware out there. Sure you have your mass produced items that everyone has or can buy, but not much in one of kind unique items.

So with that I give you my new lampwork glass swizzle sticks. Each is one of kind and will be sure to add a conversation piece at any party or get together. Of course you can enjoy them all on your own as well. I know I do ;)

On one end is a paddle with a gorgeous colors and design with the other stirring end having a matching design. These would make excellent gifts for weddings, house warming presents, or a gift for any occasion. Use them to stir your favorite alcoholic beverage or some fresh tea. They will be sold in packs of four as well as singles. If you are a collector of swizzle sticks, you are going to love these!

Purchase these at my Etsy store.

Somethings Fishy…

Monday, January 14th, 2008

Fish Pendants
Ahh yes it must be my new fish pendants :) These adorable lampwork fish beads, turned pendants are full of great character with their blue eyes and big red lips. Most of them are based of real reef fish but with my own whimsical style taking over. If you are a lover of the ocean these are a definite must. I haven’t ever worn one of these out in public but I would imagine you would get lots of looks and comments from people in viewing distance.

Best of all, as you know with all my work, these lampwork creations are all one of kind. So you are the only one that will ever have that exact piece. Kinda cool when you think about it eh?

See these and the rest of my pieces in my Etsy store.

New Series “Nebula”

Friday, January 11th, 2008

Nebula series
This new series comes from what people refer to as happy accidents :). I sat down with every intention of making more floral tabs, I just love how they look and I love flowers. I was busily working along and didn’t realize I was using a color I didn’t want in the bead. I thought, well crap now what. I don’t remember exactly what happened but all of a sudden this idea came rushing into my already crammed brain and I was instantly taken in a total different direction. As you can see these are not floral beads :)

The organic feel and gorgeous colors that came out of them couldn’t have made me happier! These are the kinds of beads that you can just stare at and lose yourself in. Something new seems to pop up every time I look at them.

To see all of the new Nebula beads click HERE

More to come…

Say I love you with art!

Friday, January 4th, 2008

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heartbanner2.jpgThis Valentines day tell that special someone in your life “I love you!” with handmade wearable art!

I say why waste money on bouquets of flowers that in the end are going to wilt and die only to be discarded. Or boxed chocolates that will only satisfy the receiver for a short amount of time. And lets not forget the amount of calories. So why not say “I love you!” this Valentine’s Day with one of my lampwork Art Hearts for something totally new and unique that will be sure to put a smile on anyones face. They will never wilt and die like flowers and they are also most definitely 100% calorie free :)

Add to your order a sterling silver snake chain that comes in 16″, 18″, or 24″ lengths, or an adjustable satin necklace from the necklace category of my Etsy store and you have a complete necklace ready to give to that special someone. Or you could always keep it for yourself, everyone needs a little love ;)

If hearts aren’t what you are looking for, I have a large selection of other ready to wear pieces for you to choose from. Whether its a beautiful hammered sterling and lampwork pendant, sterling fibula pin, a gorgeous gemstone and lampwork necklace, or a loose bead, there is something for everyone and for any occasion.

If something has already sold that you just have to have, don’t worry. Just drop me a quick email or Etsy convo with the item in question and I will get right to making another one just for you. Keep in mind though that all of my pieces are one of a kind. The new piece may be slightly different from the original one, but will be close.

Happy browsing!


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