It is always wonderful when you have an “Aha” moment about your work, and that is what happened to me earlier this week. I had been working on making these fun silver bezels. I knew I wanted to pour resin in them, as I am teaching a resin class next month and wanted to experiment … Read more
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With this being the first winter my husband and I have spent in the Upper Peninsula, we have survived more snow than either one of us has ever seen. Walking through the yard is quite a challenge, as the snow is past my waist in areas, so it’s more like crawling through the yard. But … Read more
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I believe in supporting other talented and passionate artists and designers, which is why I wanted to take the time and bring some attention to this Kickstarter project created by designer Michael Cepress. So take a moment to check out the video and look through the wonderful rewards he is offering to his supporters. Michael … Read more
Maybe it’s the hot weather, but it has been a struggle to remain focused this last week. I have been getting things done, but not as much as I would hope in the creative department. I have been working on the last of my Kickstarter rewards. So I have been making birch rings and orchid … Read more
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So I only have 14 days left to reach my fundraising goal on Kickstarter. I would love all the help I can get so please take a minute to check it out and also help spread the word. For those who make a pledge I am offering my handcrafted jewelry as shown here. It’s … Read more
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Posted by Kelly Limberg on 01.05.11 · 1 Comment
Jason and I have a new hang-out spot lately… The Library. Every time I go I find myself pulling out piles of books on every subject from gardening, acupuncture, and of course jewelry making. So today I found a book called “The Art and Craft of Making Jewelry” and inside was a bunch of great … Read more
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My plexiglas and silver jewelry line was one of the earliest designs I created. From the beginning I always received a lot of comments and compliments on the style. I mean the plexi is an awesome way of adding color to my work, and the rings are really fun pieces. And while I’ve had many … Read more
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I just finished up this Silver Orchid Ring this morning, and couldn’t be happier with it. I want to give a big thanks to my husband for the idea of making an orchid piece. Really not sure why we didn’t think of it earlier considering how excited I have been the past month over my … Read more
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Posted by Kelly Limberg on 01.05.11 · 1 Comment
Here are a few pieces that I just put the finishing touches on over the past week. I have really been having fun putting things together in my studio, and testing new designs. My recent theme lately seems to be playing with simple shapes and patterns. I have some more dome pieces in the works … Read more
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