KarmaWired

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2011-10-15T12:04:00.003-04:00

Yahoo!! just set up my space - linked it to facebook - and if all went well, class reminders will auto post from Google Calendar :)) YIPPEE

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2011-10-15T12:04:00.001-04:00

Yahoo!! just set up my space - linked it to facebook - and if all went well, class reminders will auto post from Google Calendar :)) YIPPEE

Featured Artist Thursdays at Buttons, Bangles and Beads

2010-11-20T13:27:00.007-05:00

Most of you know I hang out/work/play/sorta live at Buttons, Bangles, and Bead Shop on Corey Avenue on St Pete Beach, Florida. Starting in January they will feature a customer/Artist every Thursday..... From www.facebook.com/ButtonsBanglesandBeads .......

Buttons, Bangles and Beads would like to give our customers a chance to show off their work!! Every Thursday, beginning in January and running through April, from 11am to 5pm, we will be featuring an "Artist of the Week". You can set up and sell your work. We will advertise for you by putting a few ads in local papers and fliers. There will be no cost to you - only a minimal charge if you need to use our credit card machine.
Let us know what Thursday would work best for you; sign up is on a first come first serve basis.
Please come in to see us for sign-up, and bring a sample of your work. This should be fun for all, and we look forward to seeing you.
~Sally, Di and Bobbi

All Wrapped Up

2010-08-07T21:33:00.001-04:00

All Wrapped Up

Curated By: MyWiredImagin...

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Handmade Jewelry

Calypso Clasp

2010-08-05T17:44:00.002-04:00

Calypso Clasp
Originally uploaded by ShaktipajDesigns

This is just so very kewl!!! I can't hardly wait for this class in Orlando Oct 15th through the 17th 2010. Of course she is visiting for a whole week in September too - Neener, neener, neener. :))

Post One Promote One.....

2009-10-22T16:19:00.000-04:00

Hey Fans Of My Wired Imagination - Join me in Post - Promote - Share
Just one little catch :D
Promote fellow handmade artists/friends. Show off your work and the work of your friends and fellow artists.
You can post as many different items as you like, but you must be a fan, and for every item you post, you have to promote a different artist/item in return......
Promote HandMade - Post - Promote - Share
You can post to discussions or to the wall with the title "Post One - Promote One"
http://Facebook.com/MyWiredImagination

thank you for visiting.....

~Bobbi
http://facebook.com/BobbiMaw
http://facebook.com/MyWiredImagination
"Thousands of candles can be lighted from a single candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness never decreases by being shared." ~Bhuddha

Meet Artist Gordon Uyehara - Precious Metal Clay

2009-09-19T12:45:00.005-04:00

Sunday September 20, 2009
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PST

Where:http://www.livevideo.com/liveshow/The-Jewelry-Connection
Join The Jewelry connection for a live interview with guest independent jewelry artist Gordon Uyehara of Hawaii! Gordon is a well loved and highly revered teacher and designer in Precious Metal Clay.
From Mona Hair - Jewelry Connection "His interview will be incredibly informative and his review of work will no doubt be a marvelous experience. It's an honor to welcome Gordon to the broadcast room and I'm looking forward with great anticipation to sharing this experience with you!"

Where:http://www.livevideo.com/liveshow/The-Jewelry-Connection
Time: 12pm PST 2pm CST or 3pm EST depending on where you are in the USA; if you're in Europe show time is 9pm except in the UK where it is 8pm

If you create a user ID at this site you may real time text to the show and even join us with your own web cam if you so desire! Nothing at all is required to simply join the broadcast room and watch the show!

This is a wonderful opportunity to meet world renowned Precious Metal Clay Artist Gordon Uyehara. Don't miss it! See ya there :))

For those of you who haven't seen Mr. Uyehara's work, pop on over here to his personal gallery site:
http://www.geocities.com/gtrsolo/index.html

~Bobbi
"Thousands of candles can be lighted from a single candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness never decreases by being shared." ~Bhuddha

Perri Jackson (Shaktipaj) Featured on Live Video

2009-07-21T09:11:00.005-04:00

Our own Perri Jackson, creator of Periwinkle Bead Cap, Love's Embrace, Tangled Love, Celtic Braid and many more delicious designs, will be feature on Live Video on The Jewelry Connection.
This is a wonderful chance to get to know one of my favorite artists a little bit better.

The interview is by Mona Hair who is “hostess to guest jewelry artists, talking jewelry design, sometimes doing tutorials, and generally exploring the world of jewelry design from an artisans point of view and experience”.

Mona says: “The interviews are not just about the designs. The interviews are about the designers, what their aspirations are, what drives their creative forces, what inspires their creativity…it’s much more than just about the jewels. It’s a philosophical adventure intended to educate the public about who designers are, what their work means, and what the value of that work really is. It’s also a tremendous opportunity to get to know other designers and share some very special time in a more dimensional way than just through text! To actually hear them speak, see their faces….makes it a very meaningful experience”!

from Live Video:

Meet Perri Jackson - Featured Guest Artist

Date: Sunday July 26, 2009
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Location: http://www.livevideo.com/liveshow/The-Jewelry-Connection
Notes: Join us for a live interview with guest independent jewelry
artist Perri Jackson! A phenomenal talent with wire wrapped jewelry!
Her website is www.shaktipajdesigns.etsy.com

Where: http://www.livevideo.com/liveshow/The-Jewelry-Connection
Time: 12pm PST 2pm CST or 3pm EST depending on where you are in the USA
Time: if you're in Europe show time is 9pm except in the UK where it
is 8pm

If you create a user ID at this site you may send real time text to the
show and even join us with your own web cam if you so desire! Nothing
at all is required to simply join the broadcast room and watch the show!

The site "Live-Video" takes a little getting used to, so sign up and play around to get used to it in plenty of time for the interview.

The site LIVE Video is pretty cool in and of itself. When you sign up , be sure and edit your filters so you don't get risque' channels if you don't want them. There are tons of features including chat, groups, video blogs, slides shows of your photographs, music and more. I can see where this would be an invaluable tool for teachers and students alike. You can create public or private channels for live video instruction. This would be a wonderful tool to teach wire wrapping instruction or even set up private instruction to help a student through a difficult technique in real time live video.

I for one am very excited about finding this resource starting with Perri's interview!
Hope to see you there!

Treasured Keepsake

2009-05-06T22:48:00.004-04:00

This is one of the absolutely awesome wired beads meticulously made by Perri (Skaktipaj). She sent it to me out of the blue, and it just blew me away.

The picture really doesn't do it justice - it is barely 1 inch long, and quite heavy for its size. The Olivine beads are 2mm Swarovski Crystals. I need to take additional pictures of it - (this is the picture from Perri's blog post) - but I haven't taken it off since I got it.

She writes that the challenge and "need" for her; is to create them so they are structurally sound and solid enough for others to enjoy - I can vouch for its structural integrity!! One of my babies - Mumble ( a Caique Parrot) got a hold of it briefly; she just loves shiny things - Despite the 'can opener' on her face, the bead suffered no ill effects!!! Amazing since I can't count the number of stones she's popped out of traditional ring settings.

I truly adore this bead - It is treasured almost as much as Perri's friendship......
Thank you for visiting....................
~Bobbi

"Anyone who says you can't SEE A THOUGHT, simply doesn't know art." ~Wynetka Ann Reynolds

Story Teller Link Swap - The links So Far....

2009-04-11T06:04:00.005-04:00

Story Teller Link Swap Links.........So Far -

Update - 04/22/2009 - YAY!! All the links are in - packaged and on their way back to their new owners! Its been such an awesome pleasure to see all these wonderful links in person - Folks will have a tough decision choosing just 4 of these beautiful works of art!!

Keep an eye on the JewelryLessons Gallery for the finished bracelets - I'm sure they will ALL be stunning keepsakes!!

There's still plenty of time - Come Swap with us

From Becky C (RBcampion)

From Barbara (Barbur)

From Karen (BerginsJewelry)

From Corra

From Vera (Athereal_Minx)

From Carrie (TimeandSand)

From Cyreathia (ReyerWare)

From Perri (Shaktipaj)

From Rita (Pupette3)

From Pam (Coiffure)

From Cathy (Simbelmyne)

From Valeria (Chakeeras)

From Shar

From Me - (BobbiWired)

Gift Links for the Swap - Inspired by antique Friendship quilts, I will be adding a couple of these for everyone that's in the swap.

Perri has generously offered a free copy of her wonderful Periwinkle Bead Cap Tutorial to our Link Swappers.

...And Eni sadly is too swamped to swap, so she generously offered a free copy of her Spiral Pendant Tutorial .

Come join the Link Swap - There's still plenty of time...

Story Teller Link Swap on JewelryLessons.com

Story Teller Link Swap

2009-03-15T19:22:00.004-04:00

Want to "swap stories"? Join the Story Teller Link Swap on JewelryLessons.com.....

Eni suggested this wonderfully fun challenge, and I jumped at the offer to host it.
Each participant would make 4 links - embellish them anyway you like. Each participant would then send them to me. As they arrive to me, I will list your names in the order the packages are post-marked. When all the links are in, I will add my 4 links, and mail them all back to the first person on the list. Each artist will take out 4 different links, and mail them on to the next person on the list enclosed. I will be last on the list.
I chose to do only 4 links to help keep the cost down, both in making the links, and the postage to send them. If there are enough participants, I will send them out in groups of 10 or 12 to a list to shorten the travel time.
When you get your links from 4 of your fellow artists, complete the bracelet with links to compliment the one's you've chosen, and show off the finished piece in the gallery.

This is a fun challenge to share and exchange links with your fellow artists. Everyone is encouraged to participate regardless of skill level or country you live in.

If you wish to participate, please read over the guidelines and post a comment to this article that you wish to join in, and I will PM you my mailing address.

LINK SWAP GUIDELINES:
*Each participant will create 4 links; you can use square or round wire in either Gold Filled, Sterling Silver, Brass, or Copper - no craft wire, or artistic wire please.

*Embellish your links using any of the tutorial suggestions below, or create your own like Rita's (Puppette3) cute little Bonsai trees.

Some element suggestions:
Snowflake Earrings with Wired Chinese Knot by Corra
Winter Wrath Earrings by Perri
Briolette Flower by Eni
Flower Power Earrings by Endearah
Beaded Flower by Eni
Butterfly Ring by Inge
Woven Imaginations by Franchezka
Orange Circular Pendant by Eni
5-Heart Pendant by BerginsJewelry
Indian Earrings by NaturalJewels
Wire Wrapped Cuff by Jodi
Vintage Briolette Cap by EarringsbyErin
Indian Bracelet by NaturalJewels
Crystal Woven Hoops by ChristinaAmador

*Please keep your link sizes to 1/2 inch square, so they fit nicely with other artists links.

*Send your links no later than April 15, 2009; the sooner you send them the closer to the beginning of the list you'll be.

*Each participant is responsible for postage to the next recipient on the list; please make sure you include the list in your package before you send it on. - Priority tracking is encouraged but not required. (A list will be e-mailed to each participant...just in case)

*Each participant is encouraged to post a picture of the links they are sending in the gallery. Then update the project with the completed bracelet.

*Please take 1 link from 4 different artists, not all from the same artist.

Please come and join, and let's Swap Stories :))......

Not a member of Jewelry Lessons??? Come join us - Registration is free.......

Here's a Direct link to
the Story Teller Link Bracelet Tutorial

thank you for visiting..............
Bobbi
"As long as you're going to be thinking anyway, think big." ~Donald Trump

A Wonderful Gift from a Very Dear Friend

2009-01-16T18:40:00.008-05:00

What a beautifully perfect day! The love of my life, Spike, moved here to Florida permanently, 10:30pm Jan 13, 2009. After I got home from work (midnight), we went and had dinner. When we arrived back at the house, I finally had a chance to check my mail. What a wonderful surprise - a package from my very dear friend, Perri . Perri had already told me it was there, but enjoyed the torture of not telling me what it was.
I was so blown away to find a handmade necklace and 3 of her gorgeous Autumn Leaves. She has a tutorial for these beauties (the tutorial shows the color mod for Winter Wreaths), but seeing them in person, really drives home how absolutely perfect they are. The colors and craftsmanship are stunning. One of them is even my birthstone colors (Topaz/Nov).
I wore one to work the next night (the other 2 in my pocket), and found myself constantly looking them over in admiration, they really are perfect (though my pictures don't do them justice).

How wonderfully blessed I am to have such a great friend.

Thank you for visiting ....
~Bobbi

"A good friend is a connection to life; a link to the past; a road to the future; a key to sanity in a totally insane world." ~Lois Wyse

Something Old, Something New, giving Credit Where Credit's Due

2009-01-11T15:52:00.040-05:00

This post has been edited for clarification, based on comments from some very wise friends. 1/12/2009

Knotting, macrame', weaving is not new. Depending on what part of the world you live in determines at least in part what the knot or weave is called. What I know as a Girl Scout Lariat knot is also known as a Chinese cube knot. That same Girl Scout knot woven repeatedly in one direction, translates into a Chinese Zhu knot. What one person calls a Celtic knot I know also as a Josephine knot. What one person calls a Double Coin Knot, I call a Turk's head knot. Are you beginning to see a pattern here? Knots are not new. Knots in one form or another have been around for centuries. What's being done with them in regards to jewelry is fairly new.
One of my favorites is the Turk's head knot. Corra recently previewed one flat, with a pearl center as a five petal flower knot pendant - her variation of a Double Coin Knot (its soooo cute).....
That same knot, pulled differently, forms a band, and pulled even tighter still, becomes a ball. (I've made key chains with the ball version). Now I made these as a band years and years ago in cotton cord, as a bracelet. I'd weave it, stretch it on, run it under hot water, and it would shrink and conform to my wrist. People were amused by it, since it had no clasp and no apparent way to get it on or off. The fact that it was made with one continuous piece added to the amusement.
Loren Damewood teaches this knot as a band and creates some exquisite sterling and gold rings. I saw a picture of his rings many years ago, and thought "I know that knot, I can do that - right?" Well sort of - I've done ONE, although I'm sure I did it the hard way, since I wasn't all that anxious to do try it again.
Diane Karg Baron has a tutorial for beautiful Celtic Knot Earrings, similar knots I learned doing Macrame'. Perri (who drew inspiration from and credited Remy Heath), recently did an earring tutorial 'Mobius'. Look closely, its a square knot from Macrame'. Now before you start running for your workbench to try it in wire, be warned, its not as easy as it sounds. Just because you know the knot in cord, doesn't mean you can do it in wire. There's a reason Perri's earring "looks like" cord, but are made of wire. If you'd like to make these earrings or add this knot to your designs, Perri's tutorial is worth 10 times its weight in gold - tips for creating perfect knots, and how to do it without tearing big gashes in your fingers in the process is priceless.
Since Corra's and Perri's tutorial and jewelry postings, several artists have "been reminded" of these and other knots, and incorporating them into their work.
Which brings me to the second half of my blog title. Giving credit where credit's due. This is probably the single most important ideal out there; that some seem to forget or only "selectively" remember. This does not just apply to knotting and weaving or even just wire work, but all manner of jewelry creation.Many jewelry artists post a long speech in their tutorials about being given credit; or become quite huffy if they are not paid homage if their design is used and they don't receive credit for it, yet when it comes to their own admissions as to what or who inspired them, well those admissions are conspicuously missing. The only reason I can think of for this is possibly a belief that it will somehow diminish their artistic credibility. This is so far from the truth, it couldn't be more wrong.
What some people fail to realize is that the Internet has a LONG memory. Sooner or later fans of your work will find out where you got your inspiration from, or who reminded you of a knot you forget you knew. And since you have claimed from the beginning that the idea was yours, or simply even neglected to to credit your inspiration, you end up in a bad light. Even if it wasn't your intention, you look like you stole some one's idea and ran with it. Had you, from the beginning, said something like " I was inspired by so-and-so's beautiful piece, or reminded of this knot by so-and-so, to create this variation", your fans would have not thought any less of you. Quite the contrary, they would have thought more you, because you were generous enough to admit to being inspired by another artist.
Please know, I do understand that SOME designs are timeless and knowing (or proving) who thought of it first is next to impossible. Also, true coincidences however rare, do occur. It is entirely possible for 2 artists, who have never come in contact with the others work to have similar designs. Its also possible to have 'seen' someone's work, and have it influence your work, many months down the road. Do you remember who's design that was? Probably not."When artists frequent the same forums, and message boards , and collective blogs, coincidences, and accidental influences greatly diminishes - not that its impossible, but much less likely..."Perri J. (one of my very wise friends I mentioned) said it better than I ever could - quote" In fact, some of us take part in forums where part of the appeal is the open sharing of our best, most recent work, our most exciting creations. There is an expectation in these places of peer review,and kinship in artistry. It becomes a bond. When that bond is violated by the failure to acknowledge the influence of your friends and peers, everyone loses. We all lose the opportunity to see fresh inventive ideas, because the sense of betrayal causes hesitation, at the very least."
Do I sound like an "ex-fan"? Its because I am; a very disappointed and disillusioned one. Recently I found out that one of my favorite tutorials, from from an artist I had great admiration for, was not their own idea. Yes their design for the tutorial is different, but not so different; seeing the original design from the ORIGINAL artist there is no doubt where they found their inspiration. I do not say this lightly - nor was it even the original artist that pointed this out. And believe me, I did check for myself. The cover piece for the tutorial IS definitely different, the "prototypes" and variations in the tutorial however leave no doubt. Now had the writer used something similar to my earlier example say "I loved so-and-so's piece and was inspired to create my variation of it", I honestly would have had NO problem with it. It would not have taken anything away from their design. To learn that this same writer has done this numerous times - drawn inspiration from other artists, without giving the small courtesy of credit for it - actually hurt my feelings; I feel somehow betrayed. I still admire this person's artistry and skills, I just feel that at their level of skill, the omission of acknowledgment to a fellow (equally talented) artist, amounts to a snub, and seriously unprofessional.

Now - before someone tries to accuse me of being a pot calling the kettle black - I'm not. I have no problem whatsoever telling anyone where an idea comes from, if I was inspired by another artist. Case in point - Snowflakes to Butterflies. Many of you have seen my posts "When Snowflakes Melt, You find Butterflies. Corra used her Cube knot version and created a wonderful Snowflake design . I used her knot version and came up with butterflies (shortly after that Corra posted Where there is Butterflies, You Find Flowers). I posted everywhere, what and who had inspired my design. I received tons of positive feedback, So did Corra - we both won! Do you think my Butterflies would have been so well received had I posted it, with no mention of Corra? NO, it wouldn't have - As a matter of fact, I would have probably gotten negative feedback. I wouldn't have even had to claim the design as my own, just leaving out what and who inspired me would have made me look like a thief and a copycat.
There is nothing whatsoever wrong with admitting where or from who, you found inspiration. I truly don't understand why people think there is. Oh and don't think for an instant, that because an artist has been around less time than you, that they somehow deserve less recognition; they don't. A fellow artist that inspires you, deserves credit whether they've been around a few months, few years, or few decades.

Both Corra and Perri have new designs (tutorials) out. Corra's "Friendshipband Bracelet" and Perri's "Celtic Braid Pendant", have already given me ideas for some rather spectacular (IMO) designs/variations. What do you want to bet, that when I get my variations done, and give credit where credit's due, that we don't all win?

Give credit where credit is due! I think - no, I know, you'll be surprised how much more positively your work is received, and everyone will benefit from sharing.

Thank you for visiting -
This post is also at http://MywiredImagination.blogspot.com and http://Jewelrylessons.com
~Bobbi......
"What is worse than no sight, is being able to see, but having no vision." ~Helen Keller

~ Happy Holidays To All ~

2008-12-21T15:00:00.002-05:00

Todays Featured Artist - Perri J. - Shaktipaj Designs

2008-11-25T18:44:00.000-05:00

Perri is one of my favorite wire workers, her designs and creativity constantly challenge and inspire the imagination. Now I am a self taught wire wrapper - when I started more than 20 years ago, techniques were these closely guarded secrets, no one was willing to share. So I learned by studying finished pieces to work out the techniques for myself. Most of what I see today, I can figure out - not to copy - but for my own need to learn and understand. And not to say, that most designs are simple, and easily re-creatable - that's not what I mean - I am just very good at visualizing it in my head, since that's how I learned wire in the first place.
Perri's designs however continue to elude and astound me. Another point - I live, breath, and dream about wire and designs - it is my passion. I can't count the hours I've spent experimenting with what wire can and can not do. Perri designs have sent me back to the drawing board on those ideas too. I study her pieces, and can't help think, "you shouldn't be able to do that with wire", but she does - time and again.
She shares some of her wonderful designs in her shop on Etsy ShaktipajDesigns, and if that doesn't provide enough eye candy for you, many wonderful, wonderful pieces can be found on her blog.

Just make sure you don't drool onto your keyboard......
Thanks for visiting - see ya soon.....
~Bobbi
"Creativity is a type of learning process where the teacher and the pupil are located in the same individual". ~Arthur Koestler

Today's Featured Artist - MailleMystique

2008-11-03T16:35:00.000-05:00

My first love has always been and will always be wire work, but that doesn't mean I don't appreciate other forms of metalwork - I do. I have actually spent a great deal of time learning and working chainmaille. Despite being on the tedious side, it can be very relaxing - even calming. One dear friend on Etsy - who by the way swears she couldn't do wire wrapping to save her soul - runs circles around me in chainmaille. Meet Deb of MailleMystique. Now I know a lot of folks regard chainmaille as a 'Renaissance Fair' craft with images of maille clothing and such coming to mind first, but Deb creates beautiful jewelry that goes far past that. One piece in particular.
The weave is called Jens Pind. I actually have done this weave, although it took me almost a month to work it out, and complete a bracelet. The problem with this weave is getting the ratio of wire guage to ring diameter just right. If the ring size or wire gauge is off even by as little as 1mm, the pattern won't hold and falls apart. Now if that was not enough of a challenge, Deb does it in square wire jump rings. The thought of trying that makes my head hurt. I'll think I'll stick to my wire wrapping, and leave chainmaille to the pros - Deb of MailleMystique. Please visit her shop on Etsy for some truly beautiful jewelry......

Thanks for visiting - see ya soon......
~Bobbi
"The only place you find success before work is in the dictionary." ~May V. Smith

Today's Featured Artist - LiLithu aka Ewa

2008-10-15T08:46:00.000-04:00

As you may have noticed by now, my favorite stomping ground is Etsy. Ewa whose shop is LiLithu, is another wonderful artist I ran across there. This bracelet is what originally caught my eye, the attention to detail, and skill resulted in an absolutely stunning piece. All of her pieces though, show that same attention to detail, and creativity.
I can't tell you how many times I've stared aka drooled over her work. I suppose the biggest thing that impresses me is the perfection in her wrapping. Now I am a picky, picky wire wrapper myself so I notice when a wire is out of place, or wraps aren't quite straight - but if you look really, really close at Ewa's pieces, you won't find ANY wires out of place, or wraps not straight. Sheer perfection!!! Please visit Ewa's shop LiLithu for these and other wonderful goodies.

Thanks for visiting, see ya again soon....
~Bobbi
"The secret to success is to do the common things, uncommonly well". ~John D. Rockefeller, Jr.

Today's Featured Artist - Justin - DuPuis Designs

2008-10-08T19:28:00.000-04:00

I ran across this artist a few days ago and was blown away.... His shop DuPoisDesigns is fairly new to Etsy- and he only has one piece in it - but what a piece!!!

Then on top of that, if you look in his profile, he's only been wire wrapping since August 2007. -

OMG - Which by the way is what I named his pictures when I saved them to post here.

If this is what he does after only one year, I can't wait to see what he does next.............

Thank you for visiting..................
~Bobbi
"Art is the only way to run away without leaving home." ~Twyla Tharp

Todays Featured Artist - Earrings By Erin

2008-10-08T00:39:00.000-04:00

I was introduced to Erin's exquisite work through Corra. I drool over her pieces on a regular bases, they are just to die for.

Her designs are
contemporary, but with a definite old world feel to them. Each piece is meticulously hand crafted with enviable skill.

I love all of her pieces!! My only regret in seeing her work, is that my checkbook isn't healthier.

You can find these and other wonderful goodies and tutorials in her shop on Etsy. - And tutorials for select pieces and designs at JewelryLessons.com

Thank you for visiting - Stop back again soon...........
~Bobbi
"I know nothing with any certainty, but the sight of stars, makes me dream" ~Vincent Van Gogh

Today's Featured Artist - Ryan Cullity

2008-10-06T16:31:00.000-04:00

I spend A LOT of time roaming around the handmade community Etsy. My travels recently rewarded me with finding this wonderful wire wrapper Ryan Cullity. His style is what I would classify as 'organic' He's created truly unique, one-of-a-kind pieces with equally unique names such as Bobbing for Poodles,
Teenage Lobotomy, and Carry the One, and the piece that caught my eye in the first place Tryclyde. Please visit Ryan's Shop for these and other wonderful goodies....

Thank you for visiting - see ya soon............
~Bobbi
"If at first you don't succeed - Do it like your Mother told you to". - Unknown

Featured Artist - Corra

2008-10-05T16:18:00.000-04:00

One of my favorite Bhuddha quotes says "there are only two mistakes one can make along the road to truth; not going all the way, and not starting." So it's only fitting I start with a very dear friend and fellow wire Artist Corra . She combines traditional Chinese knots with wire, and creates absolutely exquisite jewelry.

These earrings are one of her newest designs, and I absolutely adore them.....

She generously shares her ideas and designs in tutorials available in her shop on Etsy. This is her latest tutorial - my personal favorite - Passiflora Studs...

I hope you enjoy meeting some of my 'wired' friends, old and new - there's more to come.....

Thanks for visiting ~Bobbi
"Sometimes life offers moments of absolute perfection and wraps us in heavenly dust." ~Philippe Djian

KarmaWired

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Featured Artist Thursdays at Buttons, Bangles and Beads

All Wrapped Up

Calypso Clasp

Post One Promote One.....

Meet Artist Gordon Uyehara - Precious Metal Clay

Perri Jackson (Shaktipaj) Featured on Live Video

Treasured Keepsake

Story Teller Link Swap - The links So Far....

Story Teller Link Swap

A Wonderful Gift from a Very Dear Friend

Something Old, Something New, giving Credit Where Credit's Due

~~~ Happy Holidays To All ~~~

Todays Featured Artist - Perri J. - Shaktipaj Designs

Today's Featured Artist - MailleMystique

Today's Featured Artist - LiLithu aka Ewa

Today's Featured Artist - Justin - DuPuis Designs

Todays Featured Artist - Earrings By Erin

Today's Featured Artist - Ryan Cullity

Featured Artist - Corra

~ Happy Holidays To All ~