In the beginning, before modern gemology, there were only four gemstones and they were named for their color. White (clear) were diamonds, red were rubies, blue were sapphires and green were emeralds. Then man became a little more educated and he found that all stones of the same color were not the same crystal shape […]
When we represent our products it is imperative that the artist portrays the product correctly and accurately. The picture to the right is a retail package from a large international company that sells many different items including food. What is being portrayed are “large” shrimp (kind of an oxymoron), and in large print highlighted in […]
Approaching us is a new year. Of course this is a “calendar” year. During the coming year, I am going to make a very concerted effort to refine my art, design, and fabrication. In so doing, I will use all my ability to improve. This is an ideal for all of us to attempt. This […]
As I got my art work packaged I started to think about the wonderful opportunity I have been given. A gift, a way to help through my art. A gift as a gift, an offering of love ! I find it wonderful when a person reaches down deep inside to share and show compassion to […]
I just love Carolyn’s work, this piece entitled “Symphony” is just amazing. Just love how the colors bounce off each other. This triptych consists of two 30×20 inch canvases, one on each side of a 30×40 inch gallery wrap canvas. Though the total size is 30×80, when hung with an inch or more between the […]
Spreading the love Handmade Style to Crochethooked! Cari is just a wonderfully talented artist that does some just amazing wire crochet work. I just love this Violet Multi Strand Crystal Pearl Bracelet made with Swarovski: Pearls Mauve, Violet AB and Violet Crystals. This beautiful violet colored pearl and crystal bracelet is made by crocheting the […]
Make your Feet Happy Feet this Fall! Got to Have Happy Feet so … We must not forget to keep our toes all comfy warm this fall and winter! You can do that in style too! There are some really good shoes here at www.shoehero.com. These shoes have been scrutinized by experts of some of the […]
My shop specializes in handmade jewelry items. My wife does beading to make bracelets, ear rings and necklaces. I do lapidary to cut stones, and metalsmithing to fashion jewelry. I decided to look at some other genres that are available through the Shops. I looked first in the category of Woodworking and found a delightful […]
On Fire for Handmade On fire for Handmade is a site dedicated to promoting Handmade Artisans Worldwide!I started On Fire for Handmade in 2009 as a means of helping Handmade Artisans promote their creations. It has been a long journey and a winding road, but an exciting one! Now with the help of Andrew and […]
The theme of this Highlight challenge was I need a vacation. Debbie from Yankee Burrow Creations hosted the contest. Ever feel like you just need to get away? Well I do and I’m sure many of us do on a regular basis. This Highlight challenge was a way for all of us to dream a […]
