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  • More in Store, New Artists at DIY Studio

    The shop is filling up with artistic treasures. Let me introduce you to our newest artists.   Sandra Hilton Check out these lovely fiber arts creations. Sandra creative process begins with wool…

  • 12 Days of Reuse, Bike Chain Bracelet

    Know any bicyclists or recyclists? We’ll, I have just the gift to give to them. Bike Chain Bracelets! The Bike Peddler was kind enough to donate a worn out chain. And it’s…

  • Jewelry Plant Picks

    Sometimes it’s hard to find a gift that is special enough for a good friend. I  scoured some shops looking for that perfect gift. I later went to the nursery and picked…

  • Perfectly Primer Alphabet Necklaces

    Finished a new style of necklace today. Check out these funky hinged beauties. Inspired by my son’s Kindergarten class, these perfectly primer alphabet necklaces are a hoot to wear and play with.…

  • Made it in my First Magazine, Artisan Jewelry made in Salem

    I get a call from Marion Barnes, the editor for Willamette Woman. After seeing the fabulous article by Cindy Ulshafer, South Salem Today–Statesman Journal, she asks if I’d like to be featured…

  • Valentine Fun- an After Work Craft Party

    Themed parties are always fun, especially when celebrated with a lively group of women. I had a hoot with this bunch last time for holiday craft night, making ornaments and rings. And…

  • Love is in the Air

    Ah, Valentine’s Day. The day of romance, sugary sweet cards, chocolate and flowers. I like the idea of Valentine’s Day, really I do. I’m the type of girl who watches sappy Jane…

  • Earbob Design

    “She could see so clearly now that he was only a childish fancy, no more important really than her spoiled desire for the aquamarine earbobs she had coaxed out of Gerald. For,…

  • Sugary Sweet Rings

    Valentine’s Day is only one month away and it’s never too early to plan ahead. So I am inspired to make a bunch of sweet cabochon rings for the holiday. And to…

  • It’s not too late to Register

    I’m sitting in my living room, sweater on, sipping warm tea, and watching golden leaves float from the trees. I am simply giddy knowing that Fall is here and All Hallow’s Eve…

  • Making Potion Necklaces

    I’m so excited to be a part of the first ever DIY Studio party. I will be out on location at Leah’s Spooktacular Birthday and the birthday girl requested that I lead…

  • Halloween Fun

    I adore Halloween. I love the smell in the air of woodsmoke, crisp leaves crunching underfoot and even love it when it starts to get dark earlier. I’m in the mood for…

  • Make it Monday- End of the Year Teacher Gift

    I always rack my brain for ideas to thank teachers. Nothing ever seems enough and so many years we have been blessed with stellar teachers. This year I decided to make this…

  • Custom Necklace-Happy Birthday to Me

    Last week I had a special order for a Texan named Colleen. She asked that I make a necklace featuring her son. Isn’t he a cutie? Since it was my birthday week…