Although I am now officially retired from teaching, I will be presenting a lecture and demo soon for my fellow students in a class I am enrolled in. I am adding this PDF to my blog for the benefit of students who might like to view it again or have it on their own computers. The techniques and info are freely shared, however the designs are not. Link to PDF for illustrating Hydraulic Die Forming for Enamellists. Die Formed and Enameled v-2013 b opt.

My pictures, doodles, and general meanderings through life. This is a good thing, because the next step will have been a completely new experience, and I was a bit nervous about it for her. We had not considered the persistence of a small furry feline! June 18, 2014. Upping sticks and off to a new home. We often have a bit of a holiday at this time of the year. With the cat away having some time at the vet, the departure .

Jewelry with an Organic Style. Posted by LjB on bracelet. This is the bracelet that needed the clasp. I have made and sold other bracelets similar to this design and there were never any problems. So, why was this one opening? Also, this was a big learning experience for me so I thought I would share some pointers I picked up along the way. I absolutely love using the stainless steel sewing pins to help hold things in place while soldering. You can find them at any well suppl.

Monday, August 10, 2015. This is a planter with lady bugs crawling up the sides. The bottom was glazed with a lime color. It is in the kiln now. Friday, August 07, 2015. This vase is before going into the kiln. lots of work removing the black glaze to let the pods pop. Friday, July 24, 2015.

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I photographed my stacking ring collection. It has taken the better portion of the last couple days and nights. It really can seem like all I do is photograph things. This time something kind of fun happened. I usually photograph for my etsy shop with a black foreground and a really dramatic look. When Being Destructive is Beautiful.

Wednesday, October 5, 2016. Time for some Halloween fun! This paperclay piece is mounted on a silver-plated candle dish and can either be hung or lie flat. I am hoping she will soon find a home in support of one of these charities- SEVA or Medical Mercy. Tuesday, August 16, 2016. Wednesday, July 20, 2016. I was so fortunate to be able to spend time painting with friends this past weekend! Monday, July 18, 2016.