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My Oh MY it’s the hottest JUNE we’ve had on record since I don’t know when. My Dad told me the other day that this time in 1936 it was over a hundred degrees with no air conditioning and my Grandma was pregnant with him. MY OH MY!
My etsy store is stocked with unique vintage style findings that can add a little cowboy chic or maybe come country class to your jewelry designs. But, you know me…I gotta change things up a bit so in this video
I show you how to take those findings, at a little sum’in sum’in and give them the look of fabulous faux enamel. YES you can do this!!!! And just to help you move your booty off the computer and onto your work table, I’m offering a SALE…a Hot Blazing bling out saddle Sale – 15% off now until the 4th.
So head on over to My Sweet Antiq’s etsy store and use the coupon code BLAZING15 for a 15% off sale. I guarantee you’ll love designing with these pieces. Just so you don’t miss out, make sure you “Like” our Facebook Page and subscribe to this blog! Thanks a bunch!
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Look around, feathers are fashionable and trendy. In this step by step tutorial, Linda Peterson will show you how to make feather earrings using guinea feathers, chain and teardrop beads. Materials: Guinea feathers – any color (we purchased a hair clip with lots of feathers) Chain in length of choice Earring wire Jump rings Black tear drop beads in size of choice 24 gauge Artistic Wire in non-tarnish silver Jewelry Pliers Round Nose pliers Jewelry wire cutters
Slide a length of wire thru the whole on the teardrop bead Bend ends of wire upwards. Hold the jewelry pliers where the bead and wire meet. Twist wire. Place the round nose pliers at the base of the wire. Wrap ends around wire to form a loop. Finish by wrapping wire around the base to secure and trip excess wire. Attach feathers, chain and beaded dangle together with a jump ring. Attach ensemble to earring wire.
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I am so excited to announce the release of my latest book – Metalwork Jewelry!! It’s 136 pages of metal jewelry fun!! 35 projects and loads of techniques along with step by step photographs guiding you along.
Oh the fun I had with designing these projects!
Metal jewelry is so fashionable! And, did you know that metal jewelry is relatively simple to make? I guide you thru a progression of techniques that will have you making your own metal jewelry in no time! You’ll learn how to use ordinary scrapbook embellishments to create a vintage style necklace and advance your skills to learn basic soldering, metal working, dapping, stamping and more. From classic designs to those inspired by steampunk, I’m sure you’ll find a style that suits your personality.
Order my Metalwork Jewelry book today – shipping is included and I’ll sign it too!!
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