Annika Kaplan

me and my rings

2012-02-22T20:31:00.000-08:00

Nona took some photos of me today in some of my favorite rings. I've been experimenting with some new forms and shapes. I get really excited thinking about summer, when we can wear as many rings as we want, and not have to worry about getting them caught on our gloves.

or buy her one of these...

2012-02-12T09:53:00.000-08:00

A few more pieces at Galley 360... perfect for a last minute Valentines Day gift. Light, wearable necklaces and earrings in sterling silver, 14kt gold, and semi-precious stones.

buy your sweetheart one of these

2012-01-31T14:58:00.000-08:00

I sent some new necklaces and earrings over to Gallery 360 today. I made the simple, delicate necklaces pictured above with Valentines Day in mind. They are light weight and wearable, with just the right amount of color and shine. Sterling silver, 10kt and 14kt yellow gold, tourmaline, yellow sapphire, ruby, peach moonstone, and green garnet. If you haven't already bought your sweetheart something special from the SHIP & SHAPE Be Mine collection, you should totally buy her one of these...

tufts

2012-01-23T17:07:00.000-08:00

I found this amazing dress at a second hand store this week. Yes, it is a glorified t-shirt, but it has tufts all over it, and the color combination is one of my all time favorites. I think it'll be one of my summer staples, if summer ever comes...

Be Mine 2012

2012-01-15T20:01:00.000-08:00

We launched our Valentines mini collection today. Be Mine 2012 features some sweet, perfectly giftable items for for your sweetie. Thanks to Sarah Jean for modeling, she was perfect.
I made some 14kt yellow gold thread studs, Chai hand and lip balm, and two necklaces featuring hand made sterling silver components and seed beads. Have a look at the entire collection here.

2 new favorites

2012-01-13T12:46:00.000-08:00

I am happy to say that I have found my perfect boots. They are Sanitas, special ordered from over seas. I've wanted a pair of clog boots for some time, and these are kinda it for me. You know the feeling when you've found something that seems to optimize your personal style? Or maybe what you'd like your personal style to be. Anyway, I love them...

I also made myself a ring. It is simple, but I love how it turned out. I considered a few more elaborate designs, but I settled on a plain half round band with a flat triangle fixed on one side in 14kt gold. I think I'll wear it every day, I just can't decide if I like the triangle up or down.

soon soon soon!

2012-01-11T17:30:00.000-08:00

Coming soon to SHIP & SHAPE, new necklaces with a new direction, made from glass seed beads, coral, and hand made sterling silver components... A bit of color added to my signature designs.

I'll also have a limited amount of special 14kt yellow gold triangle threaded studs on SHIP & SHAPE, that would make perfect Valentines Day gifts...images soon!

happy new year, and winter, finally!

2012-01-03T11:33:00.000-08:00

I spent NYE at Turnip Rock Farm again this year. We had fondue made with cheese from the farm, ham from their pig, mexican chocolate cookies, bourbon, rabbit liver mousse and truffle salami from Clancy's, and good conversation with good friends. It snowed that night, providing the first sizable snowfall since November. I got my New Year's wish, and was able to run thru the snow to the sauna like last year. In the morning I took a walk with my friend Joe and a pack of dogs. And Thora and I danced in the snow.

happy holiday

2011-12-25T12:48:00.000-08:00

Like most people, I love giving and getting gifts at the holidays. However, sometimes the stress of finding the perfect gifts makes it less fun. This year I tried really hard to give thoughtful gifts to my loved ones, and support products and companies I love. I gave my mom a hydrosol from my favorite herb company Juniper Ridge and a gift certificate to Honeycomb Salon, I gave my brothers box sets of men's grooming products from Portland General Store, and I gave my dad one of Isa's hand tatted handkerchiefs from SHIP & SHAPE.

I think my friends and family members were thinking the same thing, because I was given some of the most thoughtful and usable gifts this year. Some of the highlights were Weleda body products (biodynamic!), amazing smoke scented Finnish Tar Soap, Peruvian alpaca gloves, a hand made wooden bowl, sage smudge, local raw honey, and a beautiful book called Odd Bits. They book was a gift from my mom, who knows about my strange love of organ meat and, well, odd bits. Lucky for me, my brother and sister-in-law also gave me a gift certificate to Clancy's Meats, the best butcher shop in Minneapolis, so I may even be able to try out some of the more adventurous recipes.

tiny bracelets for your loved ones

2011-12-16T12:33:00.000-08:00

I will have some new dainty silver bracelets for sale on Monday at the Last Minute Handmade Gift Market. They are very light and wearable, and at $35 a pop, they are an affordable gift for your Mom, sister, friend, or special someone...

one stop shopping

2011-12-12T10:01:00.000-08:00

Still have some shopping to do? Stop by the Last Minute Handmade Gift Fair! Of all of the holiday sales I've done this season, I am most excited about this one, because its taking place at the Modern Times Cafe, where my studio is located. Stop by, pick up some amazing hand made goods, and take a peek at my studio!

SHIP & SHAPE hand made!

2011-11-15T21:15:00.001-08:00

Whew! I haven't posted in so long! First, I'd like to say thank you to everyone who came out to the Walker Jewelry Mart. It was a lovely, sunny fall day, and I couldn't have asked for a better spot with the Minneapolis skyline behind me. It was great to be in the presence of some of my favorite craftspeople, and I always appreciate the feedback and encouragement of the Walker clientele.

So, why have I been neglecting my blog? Because I'm starting a business! My dear friends Erin Smith, Maddy Nye, and I will launch SHIP & SHAPE Fine Goods this Sunday! We will be offering a beautiful, curated collection of limited edition hand made goods produced by some of our most talented friends. I have to say, seeing all of the items together in one place makes me so proud of my community. Hand made is the way of the future, people!

Please check out SHIP & SHAPE at 12:00am on Sunday, November 20th (or thereafter at your leisure!) And please pass the site along to anyone who may want to buy hand made for the holidays.

miss you Southwest

2011-11-08T17:17:00.000-08:00

Here are a few shots from my dreamy 2 weeks in the Southwest... rocks, lichen, sky, goats, hikes, cacti, sun, sand, friends, a baby, mountains, rivers, camping, and serious nature time. We also did a natural foods/ coop tour. Albuquerque has the best coop if you ask me...

Walker Jewelry Mart!

2011-11-04T10:22:00.000-07:00

The Walker Art Center Holiday Jewelry Mart is tomorrow! Stop by and say hi!
The details:
Saturday, November 5th, 11-5
Skyline Room, FREE>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
Meet the artists, mingle with other jewelry aficionados, and pick up some choice pieces for gifts or for your own collection―the Walker Shop's Jewelry Artist Mart includes original designs by more than 20 artists from around the region and the country.

Artists: Yen Chee, Bridget Clark, Gia Gifford, Carrie Hoffnagle, Grace Hogan, Annika Kaplan, Britta Kauppila, Tia Keobounpheng, Lauren Nicole, Beth Novak, Tina Rice, Molly Spilane, Andrea Terhaar, Amy Torello, Helen Wang and featuring new artists Erin Bowe, Heather Buscho, Susan Crow, Félixe Carole Dicaire, Moira K. Lime, Kristin Lora, Jennifer Merchant, Karen Searle, Casey Sheppard, and David Spencer.

new at honeycomb

2011-10-18T15:10:00.000-07:00

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I brought a new collection of jewelry to Honeycomb Salon this week. Some long, dangly earrings and triangle themed necklaces..........

meet SHIP&SHAPE

2011-10-15T15:34:00.000-07:00

........... I am so excited to announce that Erin Smith of SISBRO Design, Maddy Nye of MN&Co, and I will be opening a new web shop called SHIP&SHAPE. The shop will feature quarterly collections of limited edition handmade goods. Erin, Maddy and I will all have work for sale, and we've asked 15 of our favorite designers to produce an edition for us as well.

SHIP&SHAPE will launch on November 20th, mark your calendar!...........

more friendships

2011-10-02T21:48:00.000-07:00

..........A selection of new friendship bracelets in some of my favorite colors. And a studio visitor named James, who looks quite dapper in his new red and mustard selection. He is a photographer, and said he felt odd in front of the camera. I think he looks like a natural, don't you?..........

diamonds and dangles and new gems

2011-09-27T08:29:00.000-07:00

..........Here are a few new earrings I've been working on. Yesterday I went to a gem and lapidary show and picked up heaps of new gems. I always feel inspired when I get new materials, and this time is no different. I found some beautiful included yellow and blue sapphire beads, tiny labradorite, amazing sunstone teardrops, kyanite spears, green garnet, and finally, tiny rough diamond beads. I can't wait to use them...........

for you and a friend

2011-09-15T20:12:00.000-07:00

..........New friendship bracelets featuring new fall colors. More to come..........

getting ready for winter

2011-09-13T20:29:00.000-07:00

..........Life is finally slowing down ( a bit!), and I once again have real time to spend in the studio. We've been doing a bit of rearranging and redecorating, in order to create a warm and comfortable space in which to work during the long winter. Here are some new items with lots of gems and little silver dangles..........

new at honeycomb

2011-09-07T11:47:00.000-07:00

..........I brought some new necklaces over to Honeycomb Salon today. They are mostly short ones, with little silver and gem charms, perfect for layering..........

farm birthdays

2011-09-04T07:44:00.000-07:00

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It was my birthday last week, and I spent the day swimming in the St. Croix and cooking cheese burgers at the Philadelphia Farm. It was a beautiful, warm day, but it was bittersweet knowing it was one of the last of the season.

This weekend the choir ladies went down to the Quad Cities to do a recording at Daytrotter and perform at one of their Barnstormers. The session went well, and I'll be sure to link to it when it posts on the Daytrotter site.

On the way down we stopped to see our friends at Turnip Rock Farm. Josh and Rama started the farm a few years ago and have a thriving CSA, and a beautiful baby. It had been Rama's birthday too, so we made a special dinner of farm-raised pork chops, beets and kale, and sang a song for her. Oh, and Emily's baby Caliope got to visit her farmer boyfriend. I want to go back right now..........

rings and flowers

2011-08-23T21:33:00.000-07:00

..........So, my brother is getting married on Saturday and some of the the major details are being finalized. For example, I just finished their wedding bands. They opted for matching yellow gold bands with a pronounced texture because they both work with their hands and don't want to worry about scratching them. I tried to give them a bark-like texture, and I'm really happy with how they turned out.

I also went to the farmers market with Liz on Sunday to scope out the local flower availability. We were pleasantly surprised with the beautiful selection. My favorites were the zinnias.........

congrats to ty and andie!

2011-08-15T09:35:00.000-07:00

...........My studio mates Ty Kerr and Andie Mazorol's work was chosen for the current issue of New American Paintings, and one of their paintings is featured on the cover. Ty and Andie work collaboratively, creating rich scenic portraits, often suggesting mystical happenings. I have the pleasure of being surrounded by their work, and I especially appreciate their sensitive color choices. Congrats guys!..........

I have been so busy!

2011-08-10T07:57:00.000-07:00

..........I haven't posted in weeks! I am currently working on decorations for my brother's wedding which will take place on August 27th in St. Paul. It has been so much fun preparing everything, I can't wait to see the cohesive finished product. I will be sure to post lots of photos from the big day. In the mean time, here are some new earrings I've been working on, likely to be sent over to Gallery 360. The pair on the top left are my new favorites, made from blackened sterling silver and 14kt gold tube beads. The others are all versions of my standards with sterling silver, labradorite, freshwater pearls, and kyanite..........

Holy Buckets

2011-07-21T21:38:00.000-07:00

..........I will have work for sale at Holy Buckets, the collaborative pop- up- shop by Sarah Ann Baker and Jess Hirsch. The soft opening of the shop, located within Hirsch's West Bank apartment, will take place this Sunday, July 24th from 12-6pm.

Vintage wears, local jewelry, and home goods will all be for sale, and I'm told the opening will also feature hibiscus tea, raspberries, and nail art. Above is a preview of a few of the pieces I sent over, including a brand new necklace featuring a hand-made human hair pendant. Please stop by! 625 19th Ave. South, Apartment B
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Crooked Teeth!

2011-07-14T22:01:00.000-07:00

..........Crooked Teeth Magazine did a little feature on me in their summer issue. The editor Caitlin visited me in the studio and took some lovely photos and asked me some questions about my process and inspirations. Crooked Teeth is super well-designed web based magazine featuring fashion spreads, and local designers, artists, and musicians. For those of you who haven't yet seen the publication, check it out here...........

nails of every hue

2011-07-07T22:06:00.000-07:00

..........Today my friend Erin went to the beauty supply store and brought me back some new nail polish! She also picked out a few special colors for herself, and I decided to try them all out. I love the effect, and I plan to be more adventurous with my nail art from now on. If I could only stop filing off my nail polish at my jeweler's bench..........

on the farm, part 4

2011-07-01T20:35:00.000-07:00

..........This week, we found tiny strawberries growing wild in the prairie restoration area. They were so small that you had to get down really close to the ground to hunt for them. The odd thing was, they were so fragrant that I could smell them before I spotted them. We also wandered upon an entire field of daisies. Thora had fun running in them..........

new earwears

2011-06-30T06:01:00.001-07:00

..........New earrings - sterling silver, gold filled chain, pyrite (left) and green kyanite (right.)..........

new series

2011-06-26T13:28:00.000-07:00

..........I am working on a new series of pieces using braided silver and gold filled chain. The hint
of gold adds a little sparkle, which I like with the dark oxidized silver. The designs are very simple, however I'm working on some more intricate pieces, so check back soon. Thanks Maddy for modeling...........

on the farm, part 3

2011-06-20T20:26:00.001-07:00

..........I shot photos for my look book today at the Philly farm. Maddy and Isa were my models, and we got some beautiful images, which I will share soon. Luckily, after the shoot we had time to do some exploring. Loyal led us down to the river on a hike through some thick vegetation, and we picked strawberries and garlic scapes. Organic fruits and vegetables will never cease to impress me. The tiny strawberries we picked are nothing like their conventional, store-bought counterparts. I am so lucky to have access to this beautiful food. Look here for a recent article about the Philadelphia Community Farm in the Star Tribune...........

from the backyard farm

2011-06-18T21:22:00.000-07:00

..........To anyone out there considering raising chickens in the city, I say do it! Look at the peach, pink, and green eggs our chickens produce! And look at their sturdy, deep orange yolks! And think of the breakfasts you could make with your backyard/farm fresh eggs, mustard greens, and garlic scapes..........

look book

2011-06-16T20:01:00.000-07:00

..........I have been preparing new work for an upcoming photo shoot. Today I started packing up the jewelry, and on Monday I am bringing my camera and two friends up to the farm. I am having lots of fun planning the shoot, which will take place in prairie, woods, and vegetable fields! Stay tuned, in the next few weeks I'll post some images..........

for a friend

2011-06-16T07:44:00.000-07:00

..........I made a pair of custom silver geometric earrings for my friend Chris yesterday. She said she doesn't often wear dangly earrings, so I hope these simple studs work for her! They are hand cut from a sheet of silver, soldered to a post, and textured with sand paper..........

new earwears

2011-06-14T15:52:00.001-07:00

3 new pairs. Featuring sterling silver and (in order) peridot & labradorite, pyrite, and kyanite.

on the farm, part 2

2011-06-13T19:25:00.001-07:00

..........I spent another beautiful day at the Philadelphia Farm today. We hung out with the animals, weeded the hoop houses, installed a trellis for the peas, and took a lovely hike through forrest and prairie. For lunch, we had a picnic consisting of baguette, smoked trout, cheese, and olives. It was a perfect summer day..........

scenes from the bench

2011-06-10T15:19:00.000-07:00

..........Bits and pieces floating around on my bench right now..........

summer ladies tour

2011-06-09T11:23:00.000-07:00

..........I just got back from a mini tour with my women's choir. We're called Nona Marie and the Choir, and we're fronted by my best bud Nona Invie from Dark Dark Dark. We spent a few beautiful days in the mountains of Tennessee, and then headed to shows in Bloomington, Indiana and Chicago. It was wonderful to spend some time with 9 amazing ladies, and I felt especially lucky to take a trip with Nona, as she is touring almost all summer with DDD. Check out her tour schedule here..........

3 new pairs

2011-06-03T14:01:00.001-07:00

Some new ones featuring sterling silver and - (in order) - peridot & quartz & labradorite, hessionite garnet, and kyanite.

2011-06-02T16:47:00.000-07:00

I made these earrings today. I cut 10 small lengths of silver wire, hammered them flat, and drilled a hole in them at either end. I then soldered each link together with a small jump ring. I added a herkimer diamond and green tourmaline detail hanging from the bottom, and hung them from a hand-made silver ear wire. Queen Quills modeled.

new camera, new earrings

2011-06-01T21:04:00.000-07:00

I am ecstatic about my new camera, the Canon Rebel T1i! I have been in the market for a new camera for a while now, and yesterday I finally took the plunge. I have been taking photos non stop, which I'm sure is annoying to my studio mates, but I can't help it. This camera takes some fine shots, don't you think? Above are a few new designs, as modeled by Erin Smith of SisBro Design.

on the farm

2011-05-19T06:14:00.000-07:00

I spent a few days at the Philadelphia Community Farm in Osceola, Wisconsin this week. My friend Loyal is a farmer there, and I plan to visit often throughout the summer. On this trip, we planted over a thousand onion starts, weeded the spinach, and did plenty of hiking around the creek foraging watercress. It was beautiful.

The Philly Farm uses Biodynamic farming practices. In Biodynamics, the farm is treated as a unified organism, and treating the soil with nourishing plant and animal materials from the farm, rather than chemical pesticides. There are many Biodynamic "preparations" for the soil and compost, and we gathered dandelions for one of them. The flowers will dry over the summer, and in the fall will be put inside a cow's mesentery and buried in the soil. In the spring, the preparation is dug up, and the dandelions are added to the compost. I look forward to learning more about Biodynamics this summer. Below are some of the dandelions, and a photo of the beautiful wallpaper in one of the farmhouses.

The Jewelry Mart was a success!

2011-05-13T21:02:00.000-07:00

Thanks to everyone who came to the Walker last Saturday for the Local Artist Jewelry Mart! It was a beautiful day and a great sale. I met so many cool jewelers and jewelry lovers, and got some great feedback on my work.

for friends

2011-05-10T12:20:00.000-07:00

I recently made a single earring for my friend Dylan for his birthday. I etched the copper double pyramid, and hung it from a thick, hand forged silver hook.

I also made a pair of earrings for Emily Snyder, aka Queen Quills, in exchange for her lovely calligraphy featured on my new business cards! She chose the stones - kyanite and peach moonstone. I love trading services with talented friends. Here is the new card, logo by Queen Quills, graphic design by Maddy Nye, and photo by yours truly.

I am a secret of the city

2011-05-09T10:07:00.000-07:00

Kelsey Johnston of Secrets of the City visited my studio recently to see some of my new work, take some nice photos of my work space, and ask me a few questions.

Check it out here.

walker preview

2011-05-05T06:59:00.000-07:00

White dagger earrings
High pyramid drop earrings

Half moon necklaces

Floating pyramid lariat necklace

Mountain range necklaces

And much more will be available for sale this Saturday at the Walker's Local Jewelry Mart.

Mom's Day

2011-05-03T08:33:00.000-07:00

I will be at the Walker Art Center this Saturday from 11-5 selling my jewelry. There will be 19 of us, showcasing local jewelry just in time for Mother's Day. It is also Free First Saturday, so you can make a day of it and visit the galleries for free after shopping!

For more information, see here.

A tangle of necklaces

2011-04-27T05:56:00.000-07:00

New logo

2011-04-25T16:46:00.001-07:00

I have commissioned my friend Emily Snyder to design a new logo for me, to be featured on new business cards, hang tags, and promotional material. She is the talented calligrapher behind Queen Quills. Here are some photos of her at work.

silver arrows

2011-03-23T21:34:00.000-07:00

New necklaces with hand-made silver arrows...

necklace mania

2011-03-17T09:27:00.000-07:00

I have been making long, delicate multi tiered necklaces non stop. Here are a few of them...

Brand new (used) workbench.

2011-03-15T19:09:00.000-07:00

I bought a used jeweler's bench this week! It is a traditional design, and it's amazing how much of a difference it makes to have a work station specific to my craft.

check it out

2011-03-14T09:09:00.000-07:00

Some new jewelry in the works...

I will be teaching a class for Minneapolis Community Ed. this spring entitled Copper Pendant: Etched Copper. There will be 2 sessions offered, one on Wednesdays starting in April, and one on Thursdays starting in May. If you would like to learn a very simple etching technique, using materials all available at your local hardware store, this class is for you. It will last for 3 weeks, and you will make your very own copper pendant. Go to www.mplscommunityed.com to register.

Also, I have been invited to be one of 18 artists to participate in the Walker Art Center's Local Jewelry Artist Mart, on May 7th. If you love jewelry as much as I do, I would suggest you stop by to see so much beautiful work all in one place. I will post more information as I get it.

Back to the cold...

2011-03-06T11:48:00.000-08:00

I was lucky enough to sneak away to Mexico for a few weeks... It was a dream...

spring

2011-02-10T08:26:00.000-08:00

Spring is on its way... Here are some images of what I will be offering for the warmer months. Fine chains, little silver flags, and tiny gem baubles will all be appearing. Perfect accessories for a t shirt, tank top or summer dress.

new news

2011-02-03T09:28:00.000-08:00

Wow! I am getting ready for a much needed tropical adventure vacation (2 weeks seems so long to wait.)

Until then, I am going to be holed up in my studio producing work for my new stocklist, Gallery 360. I cannot tell you how excited I am to be included in the Gallery 360 collection, among some of my favorite jewelers. I will be working on some more intricate and refined pieces for the gallery, and I look forward to expanding my line there.

Also, I will soon be saying goodbye to my Etsy shop, and making way for a smaller more personal shop. You can now access my new shop at the top right of this page. I'll be adding more soon!

Pictured above is one of the new necklaces available at Gallery 360.

hearts and tears

2011-01-27T06:19:00.000-08:00

The valentine's day heart necklace with an old favorite... A hand etched copper teardrop pendant on a silver ball chain. I think they look nice together! The heart necklace is available on Etsy, and the etched teardrop is at Honeycomb!

new QUILLS

2011-01-25T12:26:00.001-08:00

My friend Zac delivered some hand-collected porcupine quills recently. They appeared in my room one day, and Zac ended up leaving town before I could get the story of how he came upon them...

I'll now boil them to clean them, and then once dry they'll be ready for jewelry making.

Thanks Zac, happy travels

Spring

2011-01-25T11:03:00.000-08:00

I'll be posting some images of new pieces for spring very soon!

Get your sweetie one of these.

2011-01-11T14:19:00.001-08:00

I have never made heart jewelry before, but with the international day of love fast approaching, I challenged myself with the task. I think the outcome is pretty sweet. I put a few of them up for sale on my Etsy shop, so if you want one for your sweetheart, you can order one there, with plenty of time before Valentines day!

Salts and Balms and Earrings...

2010-12-28T10:36:00.000-08:00

I have been making natural body products for a few years now, but they've never looked this good! Maddy designed some beautiful new packaging for my hand and lip balm, winter bath soak (both pictured), incense, and tinted lip balm. Thanks Maddy!

The earrings are some new ones, featuring pyrite, rough topaz, and carnelian.

Happy holidays to you and yours!

Winter's Slumber Trunk Show

2010-12-08T14:23:00.001-08:00

Shots from the trunk show! Thanks to Jonathan Kaiser for these photos.

2010-12-07T11:41:00.000-08:00

I meant to have posted these images of new work earlier, but this weekend was crazy! Thanks to everyone who participated in the trunk show, and to everyone who came to support local artists and crafts people!

Sneak Peek!

2010-11-25T16:31:00.000-08:00

Here are a few of the pieces I'll have for sale at the City of Lakes Waldorf School's Old Fashioned Holiday Fair on Saturday, December 4th. Come take a look!

Happy Birthday Kelsey

2010-11-23T20:57:00.000-08:00

I made this birthday gift for my cousin Kelsey. Simple sterling silver ring with a tiny amethyst. I wish I had gotten a better photo...

Trunk Show!

2010-11-15T20:57:00.001-08:00

We are having a holiday Trunk Show at the studio. Please come and purchase some unique gifts for your loved ones.

New Display

2010-11-12T10:52:00.000-08:00

Matt built this jewelry display for Honeycomb Salon. Do you want one to display all of your jewels at home? He takes commissions! On the right side are Emily Temte's beautiful necklaces.

Incense Landscape

2010-11-11T13:35:00.001-08:00

I am making incense for the winter months. These little pyramids contain wild crafted pine pitch, home grown sage and red cedar. They smell like a campfire, and I plan to burn some in the dead of winter to remind myself of summer...

New New New Earrings

2010-11-11T13:31:00.001-08:00

I guess I've been inspired by all of the colors of fall...

New earrings

2010-11-06T14:07:00.000-07:00

New earrings! Featuring howlite, porcupine quill, and vintage glass beads with sterling silver and copper.

The making of a locket

2010-11-01T21:17:00.001-07:00

Today I soldered a base on each side of the locket. The dome on the left has a flat base, and the one on the right has a circle cut out, which will eventually frame a photo. I also drilled a hole in the top dome, where I'll later set an orange citrine.

The making of a locket

2010-10-31T22:00:00.000-07:00

I have been commissioned to make a locket for a friend's mother. Here are the first two steps. I cut 2 circles of sterling silver sheet with a jewelers hand saw and filed the edges. Second, I formed the circles into domes with dapping punches, and filed the bottom so that they will lay flat. Stay tuned for updates!

Quill Flags

2010-10-29T21:43:00.000-07:00

I have been making these dangling porcupine quill flag necklaces. Some are like this one, V shaped, and others have an inverted V, where the outer quills are the longest and get shorter as they approach the center. On sterling silver chains...

Fool's Gold

2010-10-27T10:44:00.000-07:00

Matt loves these earrings. He says that when he pierces his ear someday he wants an earring like this, only shorter. These are sterling silver with rough pyrite (fool's gold) beads and vintage brass inverted cone dangles.

Wear them together, Wear them apart

2010-10-27T10:37:00.000-07:00

I have never been a big fan of matching jewelry... But I made these earrings, and then I made this necklace... And it occurred to me, that if someone, for some reason, wanted to match their jewelry, that these would be a perfect duo.

Sterling silver earrings and necklace with vintage glass faceted beads and labradorite drops.

Jewelry at the Wedge

2010-10-26T20:45:00.000-07:00

My work can now be found at the Wedge Community Coop. Here are a few examples of the earrings. There are more like these, and a few necklaces and rings too.

Gem Necklaces

2010-10-24T12:29:00.000-07:00

Quartz druzy, fluorite, and orange moonstone. Available at Honeycomb.

Copper etched drops...

2010-10-12T07:36:00.000-07:00

New! Hand drawn and etched copper pendants! On a sterling silver faceted ball chain, and oxidized sterling silver clasp.

2010-10-10T21:21:00.000-07:00

Some new sterling rings, currently for sale at Honeycomb Salon, Minneapolis.

Hello world

2010-10-10T21:05:00.000-07:00

Welcome to my new blog. I will be slowly posting images of new work and inspirations...