My new studio is really starting to come together. The more work I do in it, the more I rearrange it. But now it’s really getting to a comfortable workflow. I have most of what I use frequently near my main workspace. All my tools are within arms reach. And I am getting the things… Read More Studio Evolution Part 2
A few months ago I became one of the artists at the Studio on 6th in Downtown Springfield , IL. Selling my work here is in addition to my booth space at the Kountry Nook Craft & Gift Mall in Pekin. I am also still doing local shows. And starting this year I will… Read More Artist at Studio on 6th!
Gencon 50 August 17-20,2017 This year marked the 50th birthday of GenCon. It also marked the 5th year my family has seen able to go to the “best four days in gaming”. Best four days is right on the money. For those of you who do not know, Gencon is a gaming and role playing… Read More GenCon 50
Hope to see some of you there! At the Kountry Nook Craft & Gift Mall. The third Tuesday of the month is the regular day I am trying to stick with. If anther day would work better, we could do a second class, or we could try a Sunday. Drop me a line and let… Read More May Jewelry Class at the Kounrty Nook
I am kinda lucky that I work the place I do. Hobby Lobby really is the perfect place for me. I work in the frame shop which gives me the ability to be creative all day long. I also get to see some amazing artwork come through the shop. Once in a while I will… Read More Inspiration at Work
So at my amazing sisters suggestion I made an online survey at Survey Monkey to make all of your lives easier! Please help me out and take the survey! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YN2Q3JL
This is a questionnaire that my business partner and I came up with. Answers to these questions would be extremely helpful to us. If you choose to answer, please copy and paste this to an email , answer the questions and I will send you a coupon for $5.oo off a future purchase! Raeven… Read More We Need Your Input!!!
Here is the next class I am teaching at the Kountry Nook! Follow their Facebook page for updates on all of the classes and events at the Nook! Hope to see you at class!
Each new year come with its own set of predictions for the year. I actually like the gem and crystal trends for this year, which is a surprise. Some of my favorite things to use are on the trend list, so last year I was just ahead of my time! The blog on Etsy just release… Read More 2017 Jewelry Trends
The next class I am teaching is going to be a wire wrapping class. I have had several requests for this one, so here it is! We are going to make a pendant with a Faux Dichrotic Glass Center piece. This will be fully wire wrapped around it and a wire bail at the top… Read More Wire Wrapping Class at the Kountry Nook