My NEW Steampunk Style Jewelry!

I recently found a new industrial washer type object that looks great as steampunk jewelry. Here are just some of my recent creations in my etsy shop.

 

 

What do you think?

For more unique items designed by Steampunk 'N Earthstones visit my home page: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SteampunkEarthstones

The Bead Soup Reveal 2014 is Here!

Today's the day to be dazzled by some incredible jewelry designs. Lori Anderson is our hostess. She says this blog hop will take a rest after this year. So enjoy it while you can. Basically, Lori pairs up designers from all over the world to swap bead soup. Each bead soup consists of at least one focal, a clasp, ribbon, and coordinating beads. Each partner creates jewelry with her bead soup and supplies from her own stash. The results are incredible! Here is a map of last years participants to give you an idea of the scope of this event.

For a list of this year's 500 participants from all over the world go to Lori Anderson's bead soup blog: http://lorianderson-beadsoupblogparty.blogspot.com/2014/05/8th-bead-soup-blog-party-participant.html

I have an incredible partner this year, Lori Bergmann. She has over 400 projects published in numerous books and magazines such as Better Homes and Gardens, Paper Crafts, Bead Trends, The Flow, and Bead Style (formerly Bead Unique).  She likes to experiment and use a wide variety of artistic mediums and techniques in her work. She has written a book on Creative Painting, teaches workshops, and designs and consults for several companies.  She's currently "obsessed" with making her own handmade glass beads and metal clay charms, and incorporating them into her gorgeous jewelry designs.

Here's the beautiful soup Lori Bergmann sent to me!

Turquoise and copper is my favorite color combination! The focal bead located near the lower right hand corner is actually a small bottle with a cork and everything. You could put secret charms, a lock of hair, your pet's ashes or even perfume in that precious bottle. I couldn't miss making some fine jewelry with these fabulous ingredients.

Unfortunately, Lori has some physical problems right now and was not able to create her bead soup designs in time for this reveal. She has promised to create them when she is well. I do recommend that you visit her blog, facebook page, and shop to see more of her incredible work.

www.LoriBergmann.blogspot.com  
https://www.facebook.com/LoriBDesign
https://www.etsy.com/shop/LoriBergmann

Ta-Ta-Ta-Dum       Here are my designs!

Firstly, I worked on the focal which you see to the right. I ended up tweeking it a little later on.




Then I put my first necklace together!
I used more of her gorgeous beads and some of my hardware finds. I finished it off with chiffon ribbon for comfort and ease of wear. I love how it turned out!

Then I made a pair of earring to match!

 

In the next necklace more of Lori's handmade beads decorated the copper dragonfly I fashioned. The ribbon she sent along with a copper chain I added for strength and durability finished this piece nicely. I'm pleased with how this necklace turned out as well!



Because I still had a few beads and that beautiful clasp left over, I decided to make a bracelet that would work well with either necklace.

That's all folks. Be sure to visit the other designers in this hop...you'll be glad you did. Go to this link:  http://lorianderson-beadsoupblogparty.blogspot.com/2014/05/8th-bead-soup-blog-party-participant.html

Jewelry Designs that Inspire!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

My New Jewelry on Etsy!

We finally got my granddaughter off to her first year at the University of Georgia! Thanks to all her well wishers. Now it's back to work for me. Check out some of my new steampunk jewelry designs.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/159320034/steampunk-butterfly-cameo-necklace

 

Okay, so I love butterflies, vintage watch parts and cameos.

 

 

Don't you just love this steampunk bird (parrot)? I do!!!

https://www.etsy.com/listing/158059333/parrot-necklace-steampunk-jewelry

 

 

This beautiful necklace is also a locket. You can fit two large photos in here.

 

https://www.etsy.com/listing/158796173/steampunk-locket-necklace-locket

 

 

This steampunk castle necklace SOLD at my shop in Helen, Georgia!!  Yipee!!

 

New Items on Etsy!

This is my new favorite steampunk lizard bracelet!

 

 

 

 

 

I added a watch picture charm to this beauty. You can open the hanging charm and add a picture of a loved one.  Cool huh?

 

 

Ta Ta Ta Dah!! Introducing My First Bridal Button Necklace!

Ta Ta Ta Dah!! Introducing My First Bridal Button Necklace! What do you think? I love it!

 

These are white, off white and crystal vintage buttons with just a few lavender beauties mixed in. I could see a bouquet of flowers that mimics these colors, can't you?

 

 Instead of chain, I added lovely buttons that lead to a ribbon closure in the back of the neck that can be adjusted to any length the bride desires.

 

Here's a close up of the focal buttons full of texture and sparkle!
 

 

Steampunk Keys Cats and Dance!

Here's my favorite necklace EVER!! Why you ask. Because it's a dancer and I love dance! Do you like her?

 

 

Here's a Steampunk cat brooch I fashioned.

 

 

 

Here's a really cool Steampunk star keychain I made.

 

 

All of these items are available in my Etsy shop.

 

My Son is a Soldier Patriotic Necklace for the Fourth of July!

 

Order this one of a kind patriotic necklace ASAP from my etsy shop and you'll be wearing it for your 4th of July celebration!

Don't miss the chance to honor America and the men and women who keep us safe.

My grandson, Michael is a marine stationed in California.

 

My prayers are with ALL the men and women who serve and sacrifice for our freedom every day. THANK YOU!

 

Use this code at checkout and get a 10% discount: DANCEKAM22

More Steampunk Jewelry!!

I'm having soooo much fun making steampunk jewelry. Check out my latest creations.

Steampunk Butterfly Necklace with Abalone and Turquoise

 

 

Bicycle Necklace complete with a basket, lock, key, and even bling!

 

 

 

 

Here's a close-up.

 

 

If you like parrots, you'll LOVE this next necklace!!

 

 

 

Here's a close-up.

 

 

Which one do you like best?

 

Check out my Etsy store for more great jewelry!

 

Third Bead Soup Reveal Is Postponed Until April 27th!

Lori Anderson is doing a fantastic job on her 7th Bead Soup Party but has run into some physical problems. The third reveal where I'll be revealing my jewelry will be April 27th. PLEASE come back!! Since I'm a newbie designer, I'd really like some feedback on my designs. I'm trying to learn!! While you're here take a look at my favorite designs in reveal I and reveal II.
Have a great day!
kathy

Bead Soup Party: My Second Reveal Favs!

WOW! There were sooooo many beautiful designs in the second reveal. I loved EVERYONE'S designs. I spent the day blog hopping. I left comments on all the designers that revealed their jewels. Here are just a few of my favorites. Not all my photos worked out so I had to leave some beauties out of this list.

 

 

 

Be sure to come back next Saturday, April 20th, for my jewelry reveal! I will also post my favorites for the third reveal on Sunday, April 21st.