Happy What’s on Your Workdesk Wednesday all! If you’re wondering why I’ve posted a photo of my work-space, then you need to go check out the weekly blog hop over at Julia’s. It’s fun to peek at what other creative people around the world are working on.
Today’s desk shows I’ve gotten back to working on jewelry from a Craftsy class, Wire-Wrapped Stones Crystals and Clusters. I bought this class way back in April, didn’t get around to watching it until July and am just now working on my second project.
That’s one thing I love about Craftsy classes, once you buy it, it’s always yours. There are no deadlines and no rush. Aga does a great job of teaching this class, btw, and the video work and class materials are of excellent quality. I highly recommend it.
I made the Chandelier Earrings, where with just six inches of 20 gauge wire we make our own chandelier findings.
This was also my first try at making my own ear wires. Dunno why I waited so long, it’s super easy!
And, for a change, I didn’t use craft wire, but went for it and used sterling silver filled wire and Swarovski crystals.
I hope whatever you’re doing today that you find some time to do something creative. 🙂
Happy What’s on Your Workdesk Wednesday!
Those earrings are stunning. Happy crafting #4
Your ear-rings are beautiful, it’s great to attend workshops if you have the spare time.
Happy WOYWW
Eliza & Yoda 3
That’s what I love about the online class. 🙂
Love your earrings, and the fact that when you purchase a workshop its yours for keeps. #28
Yeah, I don’t think I’d bother if that wasn’t the case.
Those earrings are just gorgeous! How brave of you to use proper materials – silver and Swarovski crystals – wow! But you can really see they are something precious! Have a great WoYWW! Julie Ann xx #38
Thanks, Julie Ann. I figured it was about time, I’ve practiced plenty. Just fear and a bit of being overly frugal kept me back, lol.
Love those earrings. I’ve always liked the idea of making my own jewellery. Your desk top looks fascinating!
Thanks for letting me snoop!
Karen Busby no.57 x
Wow! You did a beautiful job on those. I still want to see you model them. 😀
Yeah, sorry, they’ll have to find someone with less chins and younger skin for that job.
Great earrings! Great wiring too. I tried wire wrapping a bit in the past, but gave up as the wire didn’t turn the way I wanted to and it ended up all blotchy :P. I also made jewellry without these wires, just plain necklaces and bracelets, but I stopped doing that too – I just couldn’t choose which beads to use!
Luckily I’m getting better at spending and using materials with papercrafting 🙂
Debbie (Daqa) #53
That’s the good news, Debbie, there’s always another craft to try. 🙂
I do love trying out crafts, if my wallet and time would allow it then I’d be following different workshops each week! I’ve seriously thought about glassblowing, or making glass beads. But the starting costs are too high, and I don’t have an area where I could leave it or use it safely enough. Maybe later when we have moved from our appartment to a house!
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those earrings are so very pretty I can’t believe you made those on your first go. I look forward to seeing what other things you make
Happy WOYWW and wishing you a great week
Ria #50
Love your earrings! I so want to work more with wire if my hands will only cooperate. 🙂 Happy WOYWW! Nan G #14
Thanks for your visit. How fun to design your own jewelry. I’m afraid to look into that craft…you’ve done a lovely job with the earrings.
Carole
We love handmade jewellery, unfortunately our paws are too fat to make it. Thanks for visiting us already today
Beautiful earrings, I love the color of the crystals. Have a great day! Danie #16
The earrings look fab. Thanks for sharing. #90
Those earrings are gorgeous, you must be really chuffed with them – are they a gift for someone, or a litle treate to yourself? Annie #114 :o)
Oh what fun making jewelry. I bought some tools and what not several years ago and it’s been sitting in a box. Love the pretty purple color. Thanks for dropping by.. Brigita #103
Brigita, I believe that class is on sale right now. [hint, hint, nudge, nudge] 😉
These are truly stunning your have created such gorgeous pieces. I don’t think you need a workshop!
Sandra @63
Gorgeous jewellery, looks like you’re really enjoying the classes. Hugs. Pam#37
Your earrings are beautiful! Those are the classes to take – ones that you can access forever!!! You definitely get your monies worth.
Did you make the steampunk birds on your sidebar? They are really cool!!!!
Happy belated WOYWW
Peace, Kay (19)
Hi Kay,
I wish I had made those birds, but alas no, they’re pins to my Pinterest board.
Beautiful work – as always. x Jo