Devine Designs Jewelry

If you're new to metalsmithing and are looking to purchase an annealing pan, you could get a nice sized pan at Rio Grande for about $50.00 like this one seen here , or do what I did. I went to a local thrift shop and bought an aluminum cake pan for $2.00. And then ordered the replacement pumice from Rio Grande at $10.95. And there you have it! A nice savings of about $37.00! So it doesn't spin. I'm sure you could find some kind of turn table if you need it. Just make sure to store it where your cats won't think it's a litter box!

It' time to feature another wonderful member of the Etsy Blogger's Team . I usually just title my post as such, "Etsy Blogger's features..... but wait until you see what this member creates! Nancy, of "NanjoDogz" makes wonderfully realistic looking dog beads and sculptures of polymer clay. Take a look at some of the breeds. English Springer Spaniel Jewelled Collar Pandora Polymer Clay Dog Bead Cairn Terrier Sand and Black Jeweled Collar Polymer Clay Dog Pandora Bead Doberman Pinscher Black and Tan Polymer Clay Dog Pandora Bead And this piece really WOWed me: Boston Terrier Polymer Clay Dog - In the Dog House What talent! Nancy is also willing to do custom pieces if you have a certain favorite breed that you like. She donates a portion of her proceeds to her favorite animal charities including HSUS, Anti-Cruelty Society, Illinois Doberman Rescue. Get someone you know a wonderful keepsake or your own favorite!

The FEST Team proudly presents our May Daze BLOG GIVEAWAY selection from Laura of Tierrasolpaz. Laura is an accomplished artist who enjoys creating mixed media art, jewelry, photography, zines, stationary, decoupage pieces, paper crafts - anything that materials may inspire her with. Laura uses recycled materials, or follows an upcycle philosophy whenever possible helping to keep the final cost of her creations affordable to the buyer. She is proud to be part of the etsy community of independent designers, creators, artists, and crafters alike. Her giveaway is a stunningly beautiful and glorious sunset over water with mountains in the background of Lake Mead in Las Vegas, Nevada. The photograph will be delivered as an 8 x 10 glossy professionally printed picture. HOW TO ENTER: Visit the team blog post May Daze BLOG GIVEAWAY to enter to win the lovely and colorful photograph by visiting Laura at Tierrasolpaz or any of the FEST Team Members listed in the Member Section. Find your favorit...

A couple of days away from my next show. I recently decided to change my display around a bit, and I bought some new cork display pieces that are really nice. It's always a good idea to do a set up before a show, so you can get an idea about where you want you're items to be on your table and how to make the best display possible to showcase your work and to draw the customer in. Using height in your display helps attract the eye to your work. Also varying heights helps move the eye around your display. I like this new look. It is quite clean, polished looking, and not crammed full of too much to take in. I have always used my rust colored table cloth. It seems to work well with my style. I tend to do artsy, ethnic, or southwestern style pieces. And I love working with earthy colors as well. As things change, I imagine my display will be a work in progress too. Great display ideas are available at Rio Grande . If you are in the Tampa Bay area on Friday night, stop by the Safety...

Southwest style ANKLET. turquoise and rhodonite Painted desert earrings Want to see more? Stop by my Etsy shop here , and take a look around!

Jolt! Get the jump on a world that’s constantly changing Written by Phil Cooke Television producer and social media guru, Phil Cooke shares in this book his methods to keep up with an ever changing world, while maintaining your integrity, and how to take control of your life, personally and in business. In the introduction, the author gives us statistics and information on how the internet, social media and technology have changed our world and lives. The chapters are written on topics such as: change, setting priorities, personal growth, creativity, and confidence; just to name a few. Basically, 25 “points” to help those needing a change in direction in life. The book does present Biblical principles to good living, somewhat discreetly written in “laymen” terms; in other words, not stressing religion. Personally, I found nothing new here. I have read these topics written by many authors in many books. The most I learned, of new information, was just in the introduction section. ...

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