working with metal
Making Progress
In June I had surgery for a badly torn rotator cuff on my left side. Unfortunately for me, I am left handed, so I’ve had my share of anxiety about the injury and the recovery and how all of this will affect me in the future. I started physical therapy a couple of weeks ago…
Read MoreCreating Mokume Gane Metals
I recently took a terrific class in creating Mokume Gane – a multilayered metal that’s produced under heat and pressure. The fascination with this metal is the patterning that can be achieved with various combinations of metals and some inspired carving techniques. Mokume Gane in a fascinating metal laminate that I’ve been playing with recently.…
Read MoreMiddle Eastern Jewelry Designs: Hands
More on Middle Eastern jewelry designs – some silver hands from my personal collection: I’ve been collecting interesting jewelry items from the Middle East since my days as a purveyor of belly dance costumes and jewelry. I’ve been particularly taken with hands and with amulet cases of various designs. I’ll share a few of…
Read MoreSuper Salad Scissors
Here’s a link to a pair of super salad scissors. Hubby found them and they work! http://us2.campaign-archive1.com/?u=a020184fa5d5e94fc433f8b45&id=bd0ad35a9c&e=452f6d0559
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