All I can say is “WOW” what a great year! Thank you to all of my boosters/supporters/patrons. Your interest in my work is invaluable to my motivation and drive to expand my skills. I am planning to explore new venues in 2014. Look forward to seeing/meeting you. All the best in 2014.

Bicycle stem cap purchaser

I’m going to broaden my art/craft fair participation in 2014. This is a sample of my current output for consideration.

Re-built roller chain bracelets with contrasting rivets

Bike chain link bracelets, silver finish

Bike chain links-earrings and necklace

Earrings using bicycle wheel spoke nipple

Learned a new technique-folding copper sheet metal. This is my version of an azalea bloom.

Bulk sheet metal in box

Sheet metal folded twice

Hand crimped edges

Bloom with center detail

Bloom detail

Again, I have been remiss in posting. Prepping and participating in three show in one week is a new endurance challenge for me. Now that’s over and it’s time to prep for Christmas!

Bins and tables for show

Booth setup for Biz Baz

Booth set up for Writer’s Place Holiday Market

Relaxing with hot cocoa

I bought a these rowels (the spinny part of cowboy spurs) years ago and hadn’t done anything with them– I’ve got some ideas now.