Well “Transition” is an interesting word DON’T YOU THINK, and much more ”A Fascinating” process.

This summer has broken all the heat & drought records, If you’ve lived it you know what I’m Sayin. {STILL happening while I’m writing this, but I’m counting that the Transition will come soon}.

No blogging for me this summer, mainly for the very reason I started this blog… “Keeping a positive outlook on life”.

Honestly I have found it a bit of a challenge to do just that in these extreme dog days. Electric bills through the roof, extensive repairs do to heat, Precious metal prices at an all-time crazy high, NO Rain to refresh the Ions….blablabla.

I realized I had to fight this thing called “Summer Sadness” (new to me) there has never been a summer like this…AND it’s not just my imagination. Depressed yet? DON’T BE! Here are some helpful tips for any kind of slump. WORD!

(ROCKIN THE 90′z)

I’m an 80′z kinda guy, But…It’s all about making Transitions these days.

Fill your glass half full and enjoy. —  The scriptures have plenty to say about enjoying life. God bless you ;) 

Count your blessings you’ll find they are many if you’ll take note! Really…Make a list!

Thank you, to all our clients that keep the projects coming, I really do enjoy the challenges.

Uniquely “One of A Kind” is like “Transition”… it’s new & exciting every time you realize what it is.

“Life is pleasant. Death is peaceful.

It’s the transition that’s troublesome.”
Isaac Asimov

Life Rocks..Enjoy! Get on with IT!

Kinda excited to share this new creative outlet…Mix-cloud, plus making these Artiste album covers, I find that Music helps break through Transition points! Pictures of the latest jewelry projects coming soon.

Threw some of my favorite tunes together that Remind me of Cooler Times. After getting back on the Exercise disciplines, (Mind, Body & Spirit) IT’s all Good…

Just in case your not seeing it do to some Flash issues, there is a great mixtape below, Tunes that will stay in your head all day. Enjoy!

The photo at the top made a wonderful “Transition” to become the Album cover you see on the mix-cloud 90′z collection.

& The WORD of the day is….. ”Transition” wink wink…80′z transition to 90′z 

With a new Variety of computers, Operating systems, software’s etc.

It’s been a fast track of “MAKE IT WORK!”)

The point is; Adaptation. Things come & go…Keep movin!
 

When I started my web site that was a good thing, then that progressed to a blog…that was a good thing, The idea of letting people know who I am should be good for business!

 http://www.gold-n-designs.com/

Right? ( *note to self* needs some updateing ).

 THEN FACEBOOK CAME ALONG! GOOD THING?

Still weighing that one, “How much can one person keep up with?”

People of late have been asking probing questions of,

“How I conduct my business,What makes it/ me tic”

Not in the virtual world MIND you, but in my Face To Face conversations.

I try to explain, but I guess it’s hard for some people to get a grasp on how someone makes their living / their life around being a craftsman?

OR! It could be that my face to face conversation skills are a bit lacking when I’m in my right (Mind) brain mode.

 (which is where I like to stay most of the time, it’s much more comfortable for me there).

This link would be informative for you.

http://www.managing-change.net/left-brain-right-brain.html

Hummm now you got me thinking that locking my self away in the studio might not be so healthy.

I AM looking kinda Spacey these days…Holidays & ALL!

Variety is the Spice of …

The blog has been getting a little dusty for the sake of my mini blogging (facebook).

It’s like making a piece of jewelry, The blog being a really in-depth thought provoking piece of art vs. facebooking, a fairly simple piece (but it still has to look good and convey a message). Simple being the key wording. 

Both are good… I think? I Must communicate in a variety of ways they tell me.

OR! I could be Kick starting the left brain, I have to have reminders every now & then That Variety is a GOOD Thing & To think outside my box. Simple is not always good….
 

Variety is the spice of…
 

All to say this..Over my 27 years as a jeweler I have focused my energy on being a craftsman. The Business or shop as I refer to it, is just a means to access the craftsman.

I am a jeweler that is dedicated to Custom Design and service. If you have jewelry needs? Be it designing something from the family heirlooms or just repairing those heirlooms and keeping them original OR starting from all brand new materials, I enjoy being able to help with your ideas and/or help you find new ideas. I have worked to incorporate a wide variety of styles, techniques and variety of skills into my career to be able to offer a better range of service.

The Variety of anything keeps you ever learning I hope/suppose is a good thing.

It’s all about the Variety of “Life Under The Golden Rays”.

A picture is worth a 1000 words I believe & this post is getting a bit wordy, so here is a Variety Pack of work  lately.

A custom made White Gold bracelet with a Yankee Rose Quartz for a long time Client.

The client brought in a found object; This Shell and wanted to wear it with his Sterling Angel Wing so I fabricated this custom pendant setting.

One of our restoration projects on a Gold Rolex band rebuild.

All work is done in the shop and I can use your materials to create something new and/or trade.

We are open Thursdays & Fridays or you can make an appointment for other days.

Now for the entertainment part of the program…Take it away Mr. Dj!

 

SMILE! I SEE YOU!

I looked at the Meiji Bench Microscopes for awhile. Now I can actually look threw one.

YAY!

Infatuated with all the Techno-ogy.

Hence this Techno Classic Gem of a Tune.

 (LOOKED quite awhile for this track)

“Nervous Acid” by Bobby Konders.

Anyways this should help with the making of minute details on the custom master pieces that I love to create.

 
I came up with this crafty idea to make the scope more versatile by being able to move it easily to another part of the shop.

I built this small bench annex with wheels for easy mobility and Velcro straps to secure it to its location.

 

Ivory Mountain Bracelet.

The tag line that I like so much in the song “This Must Be The Place” David Byrne

“There was a time Before we were born, If someone asks, this where I’ll be . . . where I’ll be”

* see previous post for Video *

Bottom line to this post right up front;

I am very thankful to have the opportunities to create and use art for a living. AND for People that let it happen! 

Recent old school photos began to show up on the facebook site and in conjunction with all the thoughts that you go thru designing & creating a piece that is this involved (it’s an emotional roller-coaster) the lyric;

“The less we say about it the better”

May apply here, but the emotions & implications of ;

“Make it up as we go along
Feet on the ground, head in the sky
It’s okay, I know nothing’s wrong, nothing”

Is so true, you have the concept in your head but…….. getting it to where it’s potential is…

“Its Home”

Is where the ups and downs make it a Journey,

“Feet On The Ground” (your skills that have grounding, Foundation,……things you know.)

“Head In The Sky” (your imagination that leads to new things and ways,…. things that could be!)

The artist knows everything about the piece of the creation, every design implication;

Intelligent design…. It did not just evolve itself into being a functional bracelet.

The “Mountain” Motif  that was used all over this piece is so very significant.

  

Your feet on the ground but…. Your Head/Heart OH So close to the Sky/Heaven.

Looking at those school pictures of myself, I think ….

“That little boy had no idea he would be so blessed in life”.

You look back on the signs, the clues and the “How Did I Get Here” pictures and it can be very enlightening.

I guess I have always been a little different, jean shorts, shoes not like everyone else on the basketball team (unheard of !)

Fashion statement I suppose. #88

Yellow Yamaha shirt on “Dress Nice Get Your School Picture Day”…..

A Yamaha would be my first motorcycle within a few years later, but……… a prophecy still none the less of things to come for me. RinnDinnDinn-RinnnDinnnDinnnn-nn, It had an Expansion pipe with no baffle, Man was it loud Lol.

I missed the 6th grade pictures because we moved when my parents split up, but that year I met a wonderful teacher in my new school that loved to sketch, she saw that I was fascinated by it and taught me the foundations of sketching,

The artist in that little boy was finding his way.

That year I also came to Know & Trust Jesus Christ as my Saviour, My Creator!

“Did I find you, or you find me?”

He knows EVERYTHING about His Creation and I’ll trust Him to lead the way. 

I am fearfully and wonderfully made;  Psalm 139

Thanks for letting me share some thoughts on what’s happening “Now & Then” & the privilege of making this bracelet. 

 Thus the song selection speaks on a higher level….

For some reason I like to share thoughts ( communicate ideas) through songs…other words getting ready to tell you…

“Whaz up”.

Talking Heads
Album: Speaking in Tongues
Song Title: This Must Be The Place (Naive Melody)

Key lyrics to the up coming blog post;
 

“There was a time Before we were born
If someone asks, this where I’ll be . . . where I’ll be”

Just Started my OFFICIAL education, bottom row 4th from the left, 1st Grade.

 

Autumn Wind; a change of wind direction and magnitude.

This ring started with a concept and had to go through some changes before it was Magnitudious!

I find it refreshing to be inspired & guided with creative freedom.

My application of the inspirational value of these “Wind” pieces is; like the question asked “what color is wind?”

The “Wind” inspiration theme has been a good challenge, what really is at the CORE when you think of how do you relate to wind?

This life in which we live can be like the wind, one minute, a nice calming breeze, and the next…Well, you know…..

One thing in life is constant; Life is always changing!

My late Granddad liked to make things; like wind chimes, I still have 2 at home, I love to hear the wind move them.

I also had a unique experience when my Grandfather passed from this earth, we never leave the windows open at home, but this one night in September we did. I awoke with a very heavy sense of my Grandpa; my thoughts were permeated on him, I got up to close the window as the cool north wind had become quiet crisp, and very quilt worthy.

My thoughts then directed me to check on my two young sons that were fast asleep; the voice in my head rang with a very familiar expression

“Take good care of them”

as I pulled their blankets up to snug them in, all the time with a sense that my grandfather was with me.

We received the call later that he had passed, I asked “what time”, and then I knew he had stopped by. His spirit was not in the cool, crisp wind, but the autumn wind does remind me of him greatly.

I love to make jewelry; it can be a great reminder of loved ones and special times as well.

7.50 carats of Pear shape labradorites in Tear drop settings. Round diamonds total .30cts 14kt. white & yellow gold.

The open window cut out designs has great significance in dream interpretations as well.

“Art is the process or product of deliberately arranging elements in a way that appeals to the senses or emotions. It has been defined as a vehicle for the expression or communication of emotions and ideas, a means for exploring and appreciating formal elements for their own sake.”

Here Is The Way It Started, But It Wasn’t Putting Wind In My Sails.

is able to put the emotional inspiration & thoughts

 into some form of a creative outlet.

Casting final ingredient for 2nd “Wind” Ring.

 “Elements”

The group has to be complete it seems before I can move on; find that extra motivation dealieo (2nd wind).

Yes, back to the elements theme.

Earth Water, Fire… and now…. Wind.

If you could see the wind, what color would it be? Think about it!

Wind..Humm, that’s a toughie! Sooooo…..I designed two rings.

Rachel Zoe; to be so into elegance, her speech and language was anything but!

I was disappointed in the fact this seasons show had little to do with style.

I do like to step away and see the big picture though and gain wisdom from the time spent. If any thing it reaffirmed two things I already knew;

OK…maybe 3…Refresher courses are often needed.

(1) METALLIC COLORS in the fashion industry are just BLOWING everyone away this season…

And now for the practical application…..

(2) TAKE CARE OF YOUR HEALTH, what good is having a business that you can’t enjoy it because of too much stress.

(3) Running a business is no BREEZE (Not Easy).

What really is having a business about anyway, is it not to earn/provide a living by offering services and or products?

BASICS….HELLO!

As they say, “Check Your Ego at the door”. You can only do so much!

So I decided to FLOW WITH THE CURRENT fashion trend on these new creations

(get it? “Wind” current!). Yeah, yeah….Ok!

It’s really about the Black and White (BASICS)…Eh, Maybe a bit of gray scale too.

Designing in Black & White has its issues…

Like There’s NO COLOR!

This One Is Called “Breeze”

These “Oversized RockStar” rings are a BLAST to make.
37 Millimeters or 1-7/16th inch. Long.
31.77ct. Tourmalated Quartz, Sterling Silver.

Reminds me of a song….Kansas “Dust In The WIND”

LYNARD SKYNARD (use your southern drawl when you say that pardner) Has a cool one also called guess what? “THEY CALL ME THE BREEZE”

 

Had the privilege of hosting a couple of great teenage kids for a few days that were visiting from Saint-Sebastien, France.

They spoke much better English than my French

(which is only a few words.. bon appetit, areva derche, ok so maybe areva derche is technically Italian)

 It was fun talking to them.

It was a pleasure and like teens all over the world, driving an automobile is a big deal, they can not get a drivers license until the age of 18 (still about a year to go).

Thought it would be neat to fabricate a couple of personalized

“Le Key Rings” souvenirs to take back to France.

Apprécier & au revoir

For more about thier trip, The local newspaper did an article.

http://www.ardmoreite.com/sports/x1373213840/Le-basket-ball-en-Ardmore

The inspiration in creating these “Element” pieces was to;

“Get back to the basics”.

A rekindling of the Fire or Passion I have for creating interesting

“Unique” Jewelry.

Creating pieces that cause people to take that second look in which then it’s hard to turn away and not look closer.

Realizing a Passionate person created what they are seeing.

In some way I hope to inspire and encourage someone to be passionate about something…… SHOES, health, or little sweet dachshunds.

Life in general I hope!

“People need passion” as Rod Stewart says in his song…..Ok, maybe he had something a LITTLE different in mind there, but you know what I mean?

Fire is one of the four classical elements in ancient Greek philosophy and science.

It was commonly associated with the qualities of energy, assertiveness, and passion.

In one Greek myth, Prometheus stole fire from the gods to protect the otherwise helpless humans, but was punished for this kindness.

The ancient Greeks distinguished the destructive (aidelon) fire; associated with Hades, from the creative fire, associated with Hephaistos.

“Every act of creation is first of all an act of destruction.” Pablo Picasso

 Sterling Silver, 14kt. Yellow Gold, Trillion cut “Hot Pink” Tourmalines, “Galaxy” Drusy Quartz,

I liked this one because it has a lot of pink glitter though not seen so well through the camera lens.

So very thankful for wonderful people that let me run

“Wild & Free”

(with the design process that is).

I loved making this Sculptured Pendant / Brooch.

Variety of work styles is refreshing, challenging but yes, I am Very thankful for the opportunities to design great jewelry.

You might say

“Keeps me on my Game”.

Take a big cleansing breath…..& repeat.

OMmmmmm….OMmmmmm.

Imagine deep crystal clear water!

 “Water”

Refreshing / Cleansing, having a reviving effect.

 To make like new; to give new life. Spiritual.

The waves of Scallop design on the undercarriage reflect the idea of the Moons (Moonstone) influence and energy to propel the Oceans and Seas to constantly keep moving and changing the landscape.

The Rachel Zoe Project (through my rose colored glasses) is all about the art of style.

A lot of her design inspiration seems to draw from the past masterpieces.

Combining the Vintage influence with the Chic-est cutting edge look.

Versatility is very important I believe.

A well designed piece from the past leaves its mark on tomorrows wave of creative inspiration.

 as to say;
Brilliantly created am / was I,

Special?  Yes indeed!

 Fresh as a cool, crisp fall rain shower.

 Truly Unique, Timeless.

Then of course there is the beautiful Rainbow

(Rainbow Moonstone) as a great promise of tomorrow.

The vintage aura of this piece gives respect / homage to the past, to those that have stood the test of time.

Life requires times of refreshing.

Acts 3:18-20

Ever wonder what creative process designers use to find inspiration?

I just designed some new work. Thought I might have a little fun before I fully reveal them to the world.

Ok… one of my favorite TV shows is running now (LA Ink) on TLC and two more are getting ready to air,

“Project Runway” Aug. 20th on Lifetime 

 “The Rachel Zoe Project” Aug. 24th on Bravo.

If you can get past all the entertaining drama there is a wealth of information on inspiration technique.

Here is how I see it; LA Ink…

There is a story behind the art. Emotions, memories, statements of expression all motivate the client and artist to create art, right?…

and since I’m a fan of surrealism, the symbolism that a visual piece can communicate about a thought is fascinating.

( getting DEEP into the mind thing)

. A… yeah… right….

That is if you’re into the art world or some kind of astral projection meditation dealyo.

ANYWAYS…..

All the shows are design oriented and have parallels to my world.

I’m trying to get the bugs worked out of the new site by the time the other shows air. I’ll have three new pieces up for sale in the shopping cart area..YEAH!.

So between now and then I’ll give glimpses of the new pieces along with the thoughts and inspiration details…

It’ll be jolly good fun, you’ll see.

We have all had those times in our life when you start thinking

“what the heck am I doing here?”

My youngest is just starting college today…That could have something to do with all this.

These designs I call “Elements”

They express/ communicate the thought of getting back to the basics.

 Introspection of “what does life require?”

The first of the designs I wanted to create with a simple architectural shape and a color palette that would reflect in contrast the nitty gritty concept of …

“Most everything worth doing in this world takes hard work!

 Just deal with it!”

The Architectural idea representing “There is a plan”,

experiencing that plan is the wonderment called “LIFE”;

 It would be a shame to waste the God givin gifts He has blessed us with.

It may look simple but this piece defiantly had its challenges, just like life.

I believe one key to realize in life is;

What is your gift? and how do I use that gift as a tool for good in helping others find joy and purpose.

“Surrealism is destructive, but….

 it destroys only what it considers to be shackles limiting our vision.”

 Salvador Dalí

“Earth”

Looks like Chaos in there!

Chaos? Think about this;

These gem stones have a destiny

and a story that has touched many lives already!

 Huh,huh, what about that?

Was there a plan for this gem…

 before the creation of the Earth?

Reflecting pool at the resort lobby

Well, vacation is over….So sad it is.

Why are vacations to short? I wish they could last a long, long time?

It was SWEET while it lasted and has taken me two weeks to snap out of it.

(WAKE UP CALL!!!)

The statements, invoices and bills are rolling in. Ready or not, I Must be getting back into the game.

A couple of project highlights for Two very SWEET clients that helped me refocus.

A wonderful Ivory cuff bracelet that was given as a gift back in the 60’s, We helped her be able to enjoy it again by cutting it in two pieces and making the hinge and clasp.

This Diamond Slide and Diamond jacket. A mothers gift to her daughter.

 

Creativity is the strangest thing.

Someone ask me “why do you give names to your equipment/tools, are you living in some kind of fantasy land?”

Why YES, YES I AM, Doesn’t everyone?

“Imagination is the beginning of creation. You imagine what you desire, you will what you imagine and at last you create what you will.”
George Bernard Shaw

A Talented painter friend of mine diagnosed me as a

“Frustrated Artist”

That has resonated deep with in me ever since she said that, maybe 10 years ago now.

I find it very interesting how artist choose to market there visions of grandeur, for me, the majority of my business is collaborating with clients in making pieces tailored to fit their purposes.

I love my craft and for me to set down and create something just…. Because, well it is like exploring, I love texture and contrast.

Pleasing a client brings great satisfaction, but……. the artist has a unique experience creating and sharing part of the inner soul and the enthusiasm for say a unique and special gem stone.

It Truly Is A Freeing Experience. Finding the time to be free though, can take an overriding frustration on my posture.

Call it Man-o-pause or what ever, but I’m feelin the need to create.

“Creativity is a natural extension of our enthusiasm” Earl Nightingale

 I recently (like a week ago) purchased a few (all he had)

 “Galaxy Drusy Quartz”

A titanium coated Drusy (tiny quartz crystals) Gem Stone, very unique in the color play. It has some green glitter to it as well but couldn’t capture it on an Image. 

I Created “The Mysteries Of The Universe” Fashion Ring in Sterling Silver & Copper. Overall size of the top is ; 24 x 22 millimeter almost an inch.

“There’s room for everybody on the planet to be creative and conscious if you are your own person. If you’re trying to be like somebody else, then there isn’t.”

Tori Amos

I am very excited to be creating a shopping experience on my web site (it’s in the works) I decided if I would go ahead and put the announcement down in print then I would be sure and follow through with its completion.

(The shopping cart project coming soon)

 “Sometimes you’ve got to let everything go - purge yourself.

If you are unhappy with anything . . .

whatever is bringing you down, get rid of it.

Because you’ll find that when you’re free,

your true creativity, your true self comes out. “

Tina Turner 

 

As The Television Fashion Show Has So Famously Tagged The Phrase;

So How Do I Look?

The Clients Idea Was To Make The Bracelet More Visually Stimulating, A Bolder Fashion Statement.

Did I Do That? Is It Aesthetically Pleasing? Was It Worth It? Was The Craftsmanship Up To Standards?

 The Before Picture.

How Important Are These Issues To The Individuals That Come Into Contact With These Pieces Of Wundervoll;

The Artist/The Craftsman (CraftsPERSON) The Client/Admirers/Potential Clients?

Are All Of These Parties Aware Of The Expectations, Expertise, Emotions And Efforts That Go Into These Projects?

A protective coating has been applied to the Black Onyx to guard against damaging laser reflections, Mmmmmm, Minty Fresh! Awe…Ain’t It Pretty?

Using The Laser Welder (That Would Be Sadie Z) Saved More Time Than Imaginable.

One Of The Challenging Problems To Work Around Is; Most Gem Stones Do Not Take Heat From A Flame Torch.

So Doing This Part Of The Project The Old School Way (Torch Soldering), I Would Have Had To Remove The Black Onyx Gem Stones And Most Likely Would Have Had To Rebuild The Bezels That Secure The Stones Into The Bracelet.

Atleast Eight More Hours Would Not Be Unquestionable In Doing The Extra Work, Maybe more!

How Much Is Time Worth? And How Much Is It Worth To Have A Piece Of Equipment To Do Things That Used To Take BooKoo’s Of Time?

Manipulating The Silver Motifs To Fit Flush With The Surface Of The Bracelet Contour With An Air Hammer.

Look Easy?

I only Left Out About 100 More Processes, Some Days A Craftsperson / Artist Can Struggle With The Dangerfield Syndrome

 “ I Get No Respect.”

Is It About The Journey,  More So Than Anything? Sigh……

You Can See More Pictures Of The Making Of The Original Bracelet Along With It’s Sister Bracelet At My Web Site.

http://gold-n-designs.com/2.html

More Information & Understanding About The Emotional Aspect Of The Thought Stated Here;

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/To_be,_or_not_to_be

   My Dads Car “The RainMaker” and My Son Driving.

I Have Been Going To The Drag Races Since Before I Could Crawl.

 This Race Track Races An Eighth Mile, Where At Some , It’s A Quarter Of A Mile , With Speeds Up To 190mph.

 

The Last Time the “Candy Pusher” (my gem dealer guy) came By My Shop, We Couldn’t Resist Loading up On Rutilated and Tourmilated Quartz.

Out of the Thousands and Thousands of Carats of this Eye Candy, One Lone Gem Called from the crowd………..

“Look at Me…I’m Unique…I’m Special”!

 “And So You Are” I Said. “I Must Have You!”

Green Quartz with Green Needles instead of “Golden Needles” (Rutilated) or “Black Needles” (Tourmilated) inside the gem stone.

Total Diameter of the Top is 20 millimeters, Just a smidge over 3/4 Inch.

“Alien Writing” 14kt. Yellow Gold with Sterling Silver “Rufage” accent Motifs

Well that’s wraps it up for this month, next time maybe we’ll have a “Wundervoll Bracelet” to show you, au revoir

It’s Nice to Get Funky and Make Something Wild and Groovie.

On Occasion to Break Away From The “What Is Expected”.

“Just Free Your Mind” “Go With The Flow” “Do What You Wanna Do”.

A TOTALLY FUN RING.

I LOVE PURPLE - MY FEEL GOOD COLOR

Sterling Silver Ring With Amethyst Crystals.

“Gotta make a move to a town that’s right for me.
A Town to keep me movin’.
Keep me groovin’ with some ENERGY!
Won’t you take me to Funkytown.
Won’t you take me to…..
Funkytown.”

 

 This is where the light tends to get dim for some. The creation can loose its brilliance and shimmer in the mind. The many processes involved become more like a science rather than crafting a Fantastic piece of Wundervoll. (Wonderful)

My Glass Wax Bench. Excuse The Messy-ness, It’s Not All Glamour.

 
Add A Wax Sheet Then The Red Wax Build Up Method.

 
Then Carve/Sculpt The Design. Hollow Out Some Of The Weight (How Bout That! You Can Use The LIGHT For Reference) Weight Is A Factor On This Bracelet As It Is Already Substanial.

  
The Sprueing

  
Investing, Melting The Silver For Casting,

AWE! I’m Sceered! Turn The Lights Back On!

That’s Hot!

  
All For Another Hole! Too Thin For That Casting Method, Remember Sadie Z (The Laser Welder) She Fixed That Problemo.

  
Now We Need One Of Those Design Motifs On Both Sides Of The Wundervoll Bracelet. “This Is How We Do It” (Song Lyrics To A Classic Dance Tune)

We Can Make As Many Wax Patterns As We Need Now, Déjà vu with A new casting apparatus.

Getting Blessed By The Fauna. Need Some Good Vibes For Sure! The Story Just Keeps On GOING……..

 

Tip Of The Day;

I made these ring spacers about 10 years ago on a clients rings, she brought them in for a check up today.

Much to my delight the spacers still functioned wonderfully.

By the way you should have your jewelry checked every 6 months or at least once a year.

Pretty simple to make these spacers. Works well for people with large knuckles but still want their rings to fit tight and not roll around on their finger so much.

A simple hinge with a wire that fastens to a bump or raised bar like on a safety clasp.

Just getting the distance of how much space to take up is the challenge.

Trial and error can be the best teacher.

The Sunrise Waits For No One.

The Creative Scheme Of Each Sunrise Is Always A Surprise. 

Ok, I know what you’re thinking. 

 Have a little Faith! 

 I get to spend a little more time with the lovely  

 It’s not supposed to have those gaps,

like part of the bridge is missing.

Wow! Look At All That Fire & Smoke

As We Wait For The Project To Be Completed.