The process of a custom order

As I might have mentioned before I really like custom orders! I find them intriguing and challenging and also a way to push me in to the creation of something new.
This time I have an order for a forget me not flower ring. Love it! I have always thought about doing something like that but always other ideas came up and I forgot my little forget me not!
But now there where no more excuses...:)

So first off I made a scetch to make sure we were on the same page with my client. She was very specific and that made it a lot easier for me to picture the ring she wanted. A double band ring with a small forget me not.

After having the OK from the client, I made some wax models of the ring and in particular the flower and send them to her for approval

Then it was time to cast them...to see what they look like in sterling silver, btw I love this process!!

My client choose the flower she liked the best and now all that's left is for me to "assemble" the ring and paint it with enamel in the colors of the actual flower.

New pieces for Valentines day!

I have been working on some pieces for Valentines day.
I am especially happy with my little matches! I think they make a very special gift! 

 

I also had to custom orders for engraved rings. The first a small band ring with "Love conquers all" engraved on to it. 

  

And the second was an order for my wider ring with a personalized inscription.

 

Be the 100th customer and win a lovely gift!

I am so happy! My etsy shop has reached 99 sales!! Be my 100th customer and win this gorgeous set of Acorn Studs!

Xmas Craft Fair@Bliss

The annual Christmas craft fair of EGST was held at Bliss last weekend! I was eagerly expecting it but due to family troubles at first I thought of cancelling my participation. I thought over and decided to go literally on the last minute!
And a good thing I did! :)
It is as always a pleasure to see familiar faces and meet new ones.We had a great time even though the hours were loooong and I by Sunday I was beat. Every time we have such an event I am reminded of the importance of getting together with others who share your passion for creating and how remarkable it is how connected you can feel with people you spend scarce but precious time! In other words:

Girls you made my weekend!

This year I decided to change my display to something more bright to show better the colors of my pieces. I used the frames from IKEA that we had at the house, bought me some white mat board, 3 vintage volumes of National Geographic and our tiny Christmas Tree. I think it looked very nice and its cost was next to nothing!!

Can't wait for the next one!!!

D.I.Y. Repurposed Book Page Wreath

A wonderful idea!  DIY Repurposed Book Page Wreath from the  Living with Lindsay blog would make a perfect solution if you are looking for a different Christmas wreath!  Love it!!!! Add a bit of glitter for more Christmas sparkle! 

EGST BAZAAR @ Bliss!

Creation is our hope and the power in our hands!

Crafters from Etsy Greek Street Team are ready to fill Christmas with colors, shapes, textures, forms, crazy ideas, talent and lots of positive energy!

Despite the dificulties of our days, we insist on expressing ourselves and resist on fear, disappointment, the lack of vision and resignation.

We want to share our love for handmade, while supporting tradition, recycling and expression!
 So we created two christmas craft parties – bazaars, full of goodies from our hands, that can’t wait to become yours! We are inviting you to visit so as to meet , exchange ideas, learn new techniques and create together in our workshops!

In our exhibitions you can find:

Christmas gifts – jewelry – accessories – clothing - utilitarian and decorative items – toys and dolls– knits and felts – weaving – paper crafts - recycling
   

…and lots of surprises and gifts!!!!
 
Εtsy Greek Street Team

1rst EGST Craft Show - December 2-3-4 at Pure Bliss - Alternative Multispace

 

2nd EGST Craft Show - December 12-18 at the 1rst floor of Parapera - Alternative Multispace

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Waterfall

I am a bit behind the happenings in the music bussiness but I really do love this song by Coldplay! I find it ideal to listen to it while driving :)

I turn the music up,
Got my records on
I shut the world outside until the lights come on
Maybe the streets alight,
Maybe the trees are gone
I feel my heart start beating to my favorite song