Here are my latest creations using miscellaneous silver plate flatware. I stumbling upon the idea of using spoons as the source for making cloud shapes. There is still a learning curve on the design but even the “mistakes” are interesting.

Spoon cloud pendants and pie server cloak pin

Recently went to the east coast, we made a detour to Winston-Salem, NC, command central of Art-o-mat and home of creator Clark Whittington. I have been thinking about hosting a ‘mat. I did not want to commit to hosting duties until I understood what is involved to maintain the machine and extra stuff involved with managing it and dealing with locations. I’m really glad I made the pilgrimage. Upon further reflection, I know my limitations and hosting is a bigger commitment than I want to make. I will be content to be an artist and patron. Here are my latest acquisitions.

I’m not much of a “joiner” but did join a local art group this year. They are organizing a “mail art” event.  I looked online to see samples. A lot of  it looks likes doodles you make while on hold for tech support. Some are quite elaborate. I chose to ignore the usual presentation of just decorating a standard envelope and did my own thing. The art will be randomly distributed after the event.

Great find from estate sale-6 silver plate appetizer (?) forks.  I’m digging the asymmetrical tines. From 2 forks, cut out 3 pair of earrings- good return on investment.

Two appetizer forks, three pair of earrings

Now that the holiday fog has cleared, I have the urge to get back to de-greasing and wire bending.  Here are the results.

3 earring pairs and partial bracelet