THEME: BUTTERFLY BY MADE FOR AN ANGEL

This is an amazing piece of wired art. Louise's interpretation of the theme Butterfly has actualised into a chrysalis. Is that cool or what?

CHRYSALIS

THEME: BUTTERFLY BY SUZYQ JEWELRY

With a slight twist to the theme, Susanna's mastery of wire-wrapping is evident in this positively regal piece. Red carpet, for sure.

PRETTY MOTH

THEME: BUTTERFLY BY SUESUN

The purveyor of this week's theme, Butterfly, wows us with her personal rendition of flutterby, way to to Sue!

BUTTERFLY

THEME: BUTTERFLY BY REINA BELLA BOUTIQUE

A lush, no, utterly luxurious interpretation of Butterfly, Beck's earrings are beyond stunning. Beyond dandy, my friend, way beyond just dandy!

JUST DANDY

THEME: BUTTERFLY BY JENNIFER GARDNER DESIGNS

Jennifer's debut challenge piece shows her signature light, airy, feminine style in all its pretty glory!

SERENITY

THEME: BUTTERFLY BY EMERALD DOLPHIN DESIGN

Charlotte's interpretation of the theme is all fairy-like. Very pretty!

SPRING FAIRY WING

THEME: BUTTERFLY BY DESIGNS BY LAURA

A wow piece from Laura, marking her very first challenge piece! Bravo Laura!

BUTTERFLY WING

DAISY BY SHINY ADORNMENTS

And indeed shiny is this ring from Kristy, in fact, a perfect shot of colour is more like it!! Effortlessly brightens up everything.

DAISY

IN AN OCTOPUS' GARDEN BY WIRE WORKS

Pure oceanic appeal in this caged baby as it tantalises with the perfect combination of cerulean with silver. Bravo Margaret!

IN AN OCTOPUS' GARDEN

PROFOUND GEMINI TENDENCIES BY ECLETTICA, THE ATELIER

Complex + sleek = epitome of a Gemini. It's good to have options.

PROFOUND GEMINI TENDENCIES

CULTIVATE ZEST BY MERISTEM

All things bright, vivid and effervescent congregate in this delectable feast for the eyes.

CULTIVATE ZEST

THE GEISHA BY TIGER BURNING BRIGHT

Such a super dee duper fantabulous creation from Freya! Exquisite colours with amazingly intricate wirework and gemmy pretties.

THE GEISHA

THEME: BUTTERFLY BY JUMA JEWELRY

Isn't this just too too pretty? Judy's truly outdone herself with this opulent interpretation of the theme BUTTERFLY. Kudos Judy!!

MARIPOSA'S SECRET

SCHEDULE OF THEMES @ 31ST MARCH 2008

HerGypsySoul (THEME: WHIRLIGIG) >>current week<<

Realisation Creations (THEME: GOTHIC BRIDE) (wk 04/07/2008)
SuzyQ Jewelry (THEME: PASSION) (wk 04/14/2008)
Follow The Red Brick Road (THEME: CELTIC CHIC) (wk 04/21/2008)
JUMA Jewelry (THEME: CIRCLES & SQUARES) (wk 04/28/2008)
Earrings By Erin (THEME: HEART & SOUL) (wk 05/05/2008)
Made For An Angel (THEME: SISTERS) (wk 05/12/2008)
Lilithu (THEME: SLEEPING SUN) (wk 05/19/2008)
Tiger Burning Bright (THEME: SPICE ROUTE) (wk 05/26/2008)
Reina Bella (THEME: A MID SUMMER NIGHT) (wk 06/02/2008)
Beads In The Belfry (THEME: BIRTH) (wk 06/09/2008)
Designs By Laura (THEME: RUBY TREASURE) (wk 06/16/2008)
Klewism (THEME: ORCHIDS) (wk 06/23/2008)
Emin Jewelry (THEME: WATERFALL) (wk 06/30/2008)
Raeleen's (THEME: UNDER THE PALMS) (wk 07/07/2008)
Jennifer Gardner Designs (THEME: IN MY GARDEN) (wk 07/14/2008)
Wire Works (THEME: GLORY DAYS) (wk 07/21/2008)
Thyme 2 Dream (wk 07/28/2008)
Sofies C (THEME: AFRICA) (wk 08/04/2008)


~ Concluded, to repick when turn comes ~

Julida Designs (Theme: Paisley)
Lissa Harlin Designs (Theme: Key)
Meristem (Theme: Candy)
Eclettica, The Atelier (Theme: A Rose Amongst The Thorns)
Revelate (Theme: Tree)
Sky Dreams (Theme: Spring)
Shiny Adornments (Theme: Nocturnal)
Emerald Dolphin Design (Theme: Magic)
Suesun (Theme: Butterfly)

WELCOME SOFIESC

Exquisite, romantic, old-world grandeur are the words that pop to my mind when I first saw Sofie's designs. A very warm welcome to our newest member!

AS IT IS IN HEAVEN

THEME: BUTTERFLY BY EARRINGS BY ERIN

Ooh la la, tres chic!! C'est magnifique!! Erin's interpretation of the Butterfly theme simply sets my heart a-flutter with its whimsical appeal!

LE PAPILLON

WELCOME THYME 2 DREAM

Yes, a very warm welcome to Karla of Thyme 2 Dream! Her creations have this positively dreamy, fairy-like charm to them. Here's a favourite of mine.

FOREST FAIRY CUFF

THEME: MAGIC BY REALISATION CREATIONS

Natalia's rendition is positively stunning and yes, I think it does look like sprays of magic exuded from a wizard's staff!

RELIC

SCHEDULE OF THEMES @ 29TH MARCH 2008

Suesun (THEME: BUTTERFLY) >>current week<<

HerGypsySoul (THEME: WHIRLIGIG) (wk 03/31/2008)
Realisation Creations (THEME: GOTHIC BRIDE) (wk 04/07/2008)
SuzyQ Jewelry (THEME: PASSION) (wk 04/14/2008)
Follow The Red Brick Road (THEME: CELTIC CHIC) (wk 04/21/2008)
JUMA Jewelry (THEME: CIRCLES & SQUARES) (wk 04/28/2008)
Earrings By Erin (THEME: HEART & SOUL) (wk 05/05/2008)
Made For An Angel (THEME: SISTERS) (wk 05/12/2008)
Lilithu (THEME: SLEEPING SUN) (wk 05/19/2008)
Tiger Burning Bright (THEME: SPICE ROUTE) (wk 05/26/2008)
Reina Bella (THEME: A MID SUMMER NIGHT) (wk 06/02/2008)
Beads In The Belfry (THEME: BIRTH) (wk 06/09/2008)
Designs By Laura (THEME: RUBY TREASURE) (wk 06/16/2008)
Klewism (THEME: ORCHIDS) (wk 06/23/2008)
Emin Jewelry (THEME: WATERFALL) (wk 06/30/2008)
Raeleen's (THEME: UNDER THE PALMS) (wk 07/07/2008)
Jennifer Gardner Designs (wk 07/14/2008)
Wire Works (THEME: GLORY DAYS) (wk 07/21/2008)


~ Concluded, to repick when turn comes ~

Julida Designs (Theme: Paisley)
Lissa Harlin Designs (Theme: Key)
Meristem (Theme: Candy)
Eclettica, The Atelier (Theme: A Rose Amongst The Thorns)
Aden Angier (Theme: Celestial Beings)
Revelate (Theme: Tree)
Sky Dreams (Theme: Spring)
Shiny Adornments (Theme: Nocturnal)
Emerald Dolphin Design (Theme: Magic)

WELCOME WIRE WORKS

Yes, a very big welcome to Margaret of Wire Works who's done things with wire I never thought were possible. Here's my fave!

SUNKEN TREASURE PENDANT

THEME: BUTTERFLY BY EMIN JEWELRY

I am just SO enchanted by these amazing flutterby earrings Emin created in response to this week's theme of BUTTERFLY. Aren't they gorgeous?

BUTTERFLY LOVE STORY

THEME: MAGIC BY MADE FOR AN ANGEL

This necklace, made for our recent theme challenge of MAGIC, was snapped up even before she got around to listing it in her Etsy store, lucky Louise!

CELTIC MAGIC

YOU ENJOY MYSELF BY MERISTEM

Katherine continues to enchant with her brilliant mix of vivacious hues and unexpected elements.

YOU ENJOY MYSELF

A BEJEWELLED RAINBOW FAIRY BY ECLETTICA, THE ATELIER

Sheela's signature style of decadence with abundant colours and textures is truly evident in this neckpiece.

Footnote: it's really weird writing blurbs for my own creations :P

A BEJEWELLED RAINBOW FAIRY

VIOLET BY LILITHU

Ewa shows she's as adept in creating sleek pieces as she is with intricate ones, with this petite baby.

VIOLET

SARAH BORDEN BY REINA BELLA BOUTIQUE

Beck's penchant for drama, opulence and chandeliers continues with this breathtaking baby.

SARAH BORDEN

PRINCESS MADELEINE BY SUZYQ JEWELRY

Royal couture is personified in these dramatically opulent danglers fashioned by Susanna.

PRINCESS MADELEINE

NO SECRET BY SKY DREAMS

Light, airy, flirty, girly, all things Spring-esque and pretty are evident in Hee Soon's latest.

NO SECRET

CURLING SPROUT RING BY REVELATE

This delectable piece of wired artistry is truly proof of Michelle's skills in the art.

CURLING SPROUT RING

ARROWHEAD BY JULIDA DESIGNS

Southwestern at its level best, this pendant from Lisa is charming and chic all at once.

ARROWHEAD

WELCOME JENNIFER GARDNER DESIGNS

A huge super duper welcome hug to Jen, the very latest artisan to join the Guild. Her pieces are delicate, airy and extremely alluring. Check out my ultimate fave!

ROSES ARE RED

WELCOME TIGER BURNING BRIGHT

And bright as a flame does Freya's talent shine :) a big welcome to one of our newest members who deftly creates stunning pieces of wired art!!

THE PARASOL EARRINGS

WELCOME KLEWISM

Meet Lindsay of Klewism who has demonstrated the most amazing skills in manipulating wire. Check out my fave, this absolutely droolsome finger candy!

ROCOCO RING

SCHEDULE OF THEMES @ 28th March 2008

Suesun (THEME: BUTTERFLY) >>current week<<
HerGypsySoul (THEME: WHIRLIGIG) (wk 03/31/2008)
Realisation Creations (THEME: GOTHIC BRIDE) (wk 04/07/2008)
SuzyQ Jewelry (THEME: PASSION) (wk 04/14/2008)
Follow The Red Brick Road (THEME: CELTIC CHIC) (wk 04/21/2008)
JUMA Jewelry (THEME: CIRCLES & SQUARES) (wk 04/28/2008)
Earrings By Erin (THEME: HEART & SOUL) (wk 05/05/2008)
Made For An Angel (THEME: SISTERS) (wk 05/12/2008)
Lilithu (THEME: SLEEPING SUN) (wk 05/19/2008)
Tiger Burning Bright (THEME: SPICE ROUTE) (wk 05/26/2008)
Reina Bella (THEME: A MID SUMMER NIGHT) (wk 06/02/2008)
Beads In The Belfry (THEME: BIRTH) (wk 06/09/2008)
Designs By Laura (THEME: RUBY TREASURE) (wk 06/16/2008)
Klewism (THEME: ORCHIDS) (wk 06/23/2008)
Emin Jewelry (THEME: WATERFALL) (wk 06/30/2008)
Raeleen's (THEME: UNDER THE PALMS) (wk 07/07/2008)
Jennifer Gardner Designs (wk 07/14/2008)


~ Concluded, to repick when turn comes ~

Julida Designs (Theme: Paisley)
Lissa Harlin Designs (Theme: Key)
Meristem (Theme: Candy)
Eclettica, The Atelier (Theme: A Rose Amongst The Thorns)
Aden Angier (Theme: Celestial Beings)
Revelate (Theme: Tree)
Sky Dreams (Theme: Spring)
Shiny Adornments (Theme: Nocturnal)
Emerald Dolphin Design (Theme: Magic)

THEME: MAGIC BY JULIDA DESIGNS

Get a load of those silvery shimmering lights in that focal!
Absolutely delectable, Lisa!

THE FORTUNE TELLER

THEME: MAGIC BY SUZYQ JEWELRY

Susannah has captured such a dreamy, romantic old-world feel with these. Utterly charming.

MAGICAL MOMENTS

THEME: MAGIC BY HERGYPSYSOUL

Can something be soothing on the eye and bewitching all at the same time? Well, these earrings most certainly are!

MAGIC FIRE

THEME: MAGIC BY JUMA JEWELRY

Adorable!!
I adore how Judy's interpreted the theme :)

MAGIC 8 BALL

THEME: MAGIC BY MERISTEM

Symphony of colour, texture and wit, as always.
Katherine's personal dose of magic.

LOVE POTION

THEME: MAGIC BY ECLETTICA, THE ATELIER

Santana would've been proud.
I hope.

BLACK MAGIC WOMAN

THEME: MAGIC BY EARRINGS BY ERIN

Dark and mysterious are the adjectives to describe Erin's interpretation of this week's theme. Sexy!

GELFLING

THEME: MAGIC BY EMIN JEWELRY

Some luscious wrapping going on here with Emin's piece for this week's theme. Beautiful!

FREEFORM MAGIC

THEME: MAGIC BY SHINY ADORNMENTS

I cannot stop humming this song now, thanks to Kristy!!
Love the pendant!

1000 RAINY DAYS SINCE WE FIRST MET

WELCOME DESIGNS BY LAURA

A lovely new member has joined the Guild, welcome on board, Laura :) she has a treasure trove of delicately pretty wire-wrapped pieces, check out the shine on this baby!

SQUARE RIVOLI PENDANT

SCHEDULE OF THEMES @ 21st March 2008

Suesun (THEME: BUTTERFLY) >>current week<<
HerGypsySoul (THEME: WHIRLIGIG) (wk 03/31/2008) >>coming week<<

Raeleen's (THEME: UNDER THE PALMS) (wk 04/07/2008)
Realisation Creations (THEME: GOTHIC BRIDE) (wk 04/14/2008)
SuzyQ Jewelry (THEME: PASSION) (wk 04/21/2008)
Follow The Red Brick Road (THEME: CELTIC CHIC) (wk 04/28/2008)
JUMA Jewelry (THEME: CIRCLES & SQUARES) (wk 05/05/2008)
Earrings By Erin (THEME: HEART & SOUL) (wk 05/12/2008)
Made For An Angel (THEME: SISTERS) (wk 05/19/2008)
Lilithu (THEME: SLEEPING SUN) (wk 05/26/2008)
Emin Jewelry (THEME: WATERFALL) (wk 06/02/2008)
Reina Bella (THEME: A MID SUMMER NIGHT) (wk 06/09/2008)
Beads In The Belfry (THEME: BIRTH) (wk 06/16/2008)
Designs By Laura (wk 06/23/2008)
Klewism (wk 06/30/2008)
Tiger Burning Bright (wk 07/07/2008)


~ Concluded, to repick when turn comes ~

Julida Designs (Theme: Paisley)
Lissa Harlin Designs (Theme: Key)
Meristem (Theme: Candy)
Eclettica, The Atelier (Theme: A Rose Amongst The Thorns)
Aden Angier (Theme: Celestial Beings)
Revelate (Theme: Tree)
Sky Dreams (Theme: Spring)
Shiny Adornments (Theme: Nocturnal)
Emerald Dolphin Design (Theme: Magic)

THEME: NOCTURNAL @ SUZYQ JEWELRY

Fascinatingly beautiful interpretation of the theme, kudos Susanna :) Anyone else humming that Belinda Carlisle tune yet?

LA LUNA

THEME: NOCTURNAL @ SUESUN

Here's Sue's luminous version of the theme Nocturnal :)

MOONLIT NIGHT

DEEP PEACE OF MANY GREENS TO YOU BY SKY DREAMS

Lush, ornate, decadent, this opulent new piece from Hee Soon is a stunner.

DEEP PEACE OF MANY GREENS TO YOU

THE EAR CUFF MOVEMENT 2008 PART II BY REVELATE

The Ear Cuff Movement 2008. You crack me up, Michelle.

PART II

STARDUST - CAPTAIN SHAKESPEARE'S BOUDOIR BY REINA BELLA BOUTIQUE

"We always knew you were a whoopsie..."
Priceless.

STARDUST - CAPTAIN SHAKESPEARE'S BOUDOIR

GLACIAL WATERFALL BY REALISATION CREATIONS

I like this necklace, it's such a paradox of textures that blend together with such ease and panache.

GLACIAL WATERFALL

YOU SWEET EMBRACEABLE YOU BY MERISTEM

Katherine has a knack for panaromic designs that are as much eye candy as they are intricate pieces of art. This is no exception.

YOU SWEET EMBRACEABLE YOU

ELIZA II BY JUMA JEWELRY

Infinitely chic with a somewhat regal air, this is a gorgeous new piece from Judy.

ELIZA II

FLEUR DE LIS BY JULIDA DESIGNS

This is Lisa's vision of a bed of flowers or, as the French say it, Fleur de Lis :)

FLEUR DE LIS

THEME: NOCTURNAL @ FOLLOW THE RED BRICK ROAD

This is SO adorable.

FEELING A LITTLE BATTY

RENAISSANCE ROSE II BY EARRINGS BY ERIN

There's just something timeless about these earrings, and that slight hint of mystic gives them an ever so contemporary touch.

RENAISSANCE ROSE II

BLUE LACE BY EMIN JEWELRY

Such a lovely, crisp confection! Good job, Emin :)

BLUE LACE

SCHEDULE OF THEMES {FINAL @ 03/19/2008 }

Here we go, the most updated Calendar to date.

FINAL SCHEDULE OF THEMES

Emerald Dolphin Design (THEME: MAGIC) (wk 03/17/2008) >>current week<<
Suesun (THEME: BUTTERFLY) (wk 03/24/2008)
HerGypsySoul (THEME: WHIRLIGIG) (wk 03/31/2008)
Raeleen's (THEME: UNDER THE PALMS) (wk 04/07/2008)
Realisation Creations (THEME: GOTHIC BRIDE) (wk 04/14/2008)
SuzyQ Jewelry (THEME: PASSION) (wk 04/21/2008)
Follow The Red Brick Road (THEME: CELTIC CHIC) (wk 04/28/2008)
JUMA Jewelry (THEME: CIRCLES & SQUARES) (wk 05/05/2008)
Earrings By Erin (THEME: HEART & SOUL) (wk 05/12/2008)
Made For An Angel (THEME: SISTERS) (wk 05/19/2008)
Lilithu (THEME: SLEEPING SUN) (wk 05/26/2008)
Emin Jewelry (THEME: WATERFALL) (wk 06/02/2008)
Reina Bella (THEME: A MID SUMMER NIGHT) (wk 06/09/2008)
Beads In The Belfry (THEME: BIRTH) (wk 06/16/2008)


~ Concluded, to repick when turn comes ~

Julida Designs (Theme: Paisley)
Lissa Harlin Designs (Theme: Key)
Meristem (Theme: Candy)
Eclettica, The Atelier (Theme: A Rose Amongst The Thorns)
Aden Angier (Theme: Celestial Beings)
Revelate (Theme: Tree)
Sky Dreams (Theme: Spring)
Shiny Adornments (Theme: Nocturnal)

THEME: NOCTURNAL @ MERISTEM

Hasn't Katherine done a wonderfully acute interpretation of this week's theme? Lovely!

NOCTURNAL ADMISSION

THEME: NOCTURNAL @ JULIDA DESIGNS

Another gorgeous creation from Lisa, this time based on the theme Nocturnal.

LADY OF THE NIGHT

THEME: NOCTURNAL @ REVELATE

Yet another stunner from Michelle - so lush, so swooshy, so beautiful!

SLIVERS OF THE MOON

THEME: NOCTURNAL @ REALISATION CREATIONS

Sleek, sassy and infinitely wearable is Natalia's version of this week's theme. Check it out.

NYX, ANCIENT GREEK GODDESS OF THE NIGHT

THEME: NOCTURNAL @ JUMA JEWELRY

What a hoot!! This is Judy's fantabulous rendition of this week's theme!

HOOTIE IN HAWAII

THEME: NOCTURNAL @ EMERALD DOLPHIN DESIGN

Look what Charlotte made!!! Pretty.

NIGHT SHIELD

SCHEDULE OF THEMES {FINAL @ 03/17/2008 }

Hello everyone,

I figured it'd be far more convenient to post this calender here too :)

FINAL SCHEDULE OF THEMES

Emerald Dolphin Design (THEME: MAGIC) (wk 03/17/2008) >>current week<<
Suesun (THEME: BUTTERFLY) (wk 03/24/2008)
HerGypsySoul (THEME: WHIRLIGIG) (wk 03/31/2008)
Raeleen's (THEME: UNDER THE PALMS) (wk 04/07/2008)
Realisation Creations (THEME: GOTHIC BRIDE) (wk 04/14/2008)
SuzyQ Jewelry (THEME: PASSION) (wk 04/21/2008)
Follow The Red Brick Road (THEME: CELTIC CHIC) (wk 04/28/2008)
JUMA Jewelry (THEME: CIRCLES & SQUARES) (wk 05/05/2008)
Earrings By Erin (THEME: HEART & SOUL) (wk 05/12/2008)
Made For An Angel (THEME: SISTERS) (wk 05/19/2008)
Lilithu (THEME: SLEEPING SUN) (wk 05/26/2008)
Emin Jewelry (THEME: WATERFALL) (wk 06/02/2008)
Reina Bella (THEME: A MID SUMMER NIGHT) (wk 06/09/2008)
Beads In The Belfry (wk 06/16/2008)


~ Concluded, to repick when turn comes ~

Julida Designs (Theme: Paisley)
Lissa Harlin Designs (Theme: Key)
Meristem (Theme: Candy)
Eclettica, The Atelier (Theme: A Rose Amongst The Thorns)
Aden Angier (Theme: Celestial Beings)
Revelate (Theme: Tree)
Sky Dreams (Theme: Spring)
Shiny Adornments (Theme: Nocturnal)

THEME: NOCTURNAL @ ECLETTICA, THE ATELIER

Here's what Sheela came up with for this week's theme.

MAWU, AFRICAN MOON GODDESS

THEME: NOCTURNAL @ LILITHU

Another gorgeous concoction from Ewa of Lilithu, this dark, mysterious pair is her interpretation of Nocturnal.

NIGHT IN CAIRO

THEME: NOCTURNAL @ EMIN JEWELRY

Look at what Emin made for our current week's theme!!! It's such a fresh take on a classic colour combo, don't you think?

BLACK & WHITE

THEME: NOCTURNAL @ HERGYPSYSOUL

Shirley's rendition of the theme is too fab!

DREAMWEAVER

THEME: NOCTURNAL @ EARRINGS BY ERIN

Check out this lovely interpretation of night fliers aka bats by Erin, isn't it cool?

AFTER DARK

WELCOME REINA BELLA BOUTIQUE

Some of you may know Beck Cornelius from Beck & Steph, who's just joined us with this lovely piece from her soon-to-debut store, Reina Bella Boutique! Welcome, Beck!

THE NIGHT IS YOUNG

WELCOME EMIN JEWELRY

Hugs to Emin of Emin Jewelry who's joining us from Japan, with her really lovely pieces!

LAUREL LEAF

WELCOME LILITHU

A big warm welcome to Ewa of Lilithu! It's just amazing the way she manipulates wire, check out these earrrings from her.

SAHARA

SCHEDULE OF THEMES {updated 03/14/2008 }

Hello everyone,

I figured it'd be far more convenient to post this calender here too :)

SCHEDULE OF THEMES

Shiny Adornments (THEME: NOCTURNAL) >>current week<
Emerald Dolphin Design (THEME: MAGIC) (wk 03/17/2008)
Suesun (THEME: BUTTERFLY) (wk 03/24/2008)
HerGypsySoul (THEME: WHIRLIGIG) (wk 03/31/2008)
Raeleen's (wk 04/07/2008)
Realisation Creations (THEME: GOTHIC BRIDE) (wk 04/14/2008)
SuzyQ Jewelry (THEME: PASSION) (wk 04/21/2008)
Follow The Red Brick Road (THEME: CELTIC CHIC) (wk 04/28/2008)
JUMA Jewelry (THEME: CIRCLES & SQUARES) (wk 05/05/2008)
Earrings By Erin (THEME: HEART & SOUL) (wk 05/12/2008)
Made For An Angel (THEME: SISTERS) (wk 05/19/2008)
Lilithu (THEME: SLEEPING SUN) (wk 05/26/2008)
Emin Jewelry (THEME: WATERFALL) (wk 06/02/2008)
Reina Bella (THEME: A MID SUMMER NIGHT) (wk 06/09/2008)


~ Concluded, to repick when turn comes ~

Julida Designs (Theme: Paisley)
Lissa Harlin Designs (Theme: Key)
Meristem (Theme: Candy)
Eclettica, The Atelier (Theme: A Rose Amongst The Thorns)
Aden Angier (Theme: Celestial Beings)
Revelate (Theme:Tree)
Sky Dreams (Theme: Spring)

THEME: SPRING @ ECLETTICA, THE ATELIER

And here's Sheela's interpretation of the theme - tweet tweet tweet!

BIRDIE LIKES SPRING by ECLETTICA, THE ATELIER

THEME: SPRING @ JULIDA DESIGNS

Lisa's gorgeous interpretation of the season.

SPRINGTIME IN TIBET

THEME: SPRING @ JUMA JEWELRY

Just take a look at what Judy came up with!

PASTEL FLOWER POD by JUMA JEWELRY

THEME: SPRING @ HERGYPSYSOUL

Here's what Shirley did.
{ sorry, Shirley, for the boo boo :P}
{and the double boo boo}

SIGNS OF SPRING by HERGYPSYSOUL

THEME: SPRING @ MERISTEM

Doncha just love the names Kat comes up with?
Here's her rendition of Spring bursting through!

SEASONAL REFLECTIVE DISORDER by MERISTEM

THEME: SPRING @ FOLLOW THE RED BRICK ROAD

Marcy's earrings are TOO cute!

SPRING LEAF by FOLLOW THE RED BRICK ROAD

HOT OFF THE WORKBENCH @ ECLETTICA, THE ATELIER

A lush wristwrapper in fiery hues!

IMPATIENS WALLERIANA BALSAMINACEAE by ECLETTICA, THE ATELIER

THEME: SPRING @ REALISATION CREATIONS

Look at what Natalia came up with for this week's theme!

NARCISSUS by REALISATION CREATIONS

THEME: SPRING @ SUZYQ JEWELRY

Susanna's interpretation :)

FLORA by SUZYQ JEWELRY

THEME: SPRING @ SUESUN

Look at what Sue came up with for this week's theme!

SPRING BLOSSOMS by SUESUN

WELCOME, TOO, JUMA JEWELRY

And from Philly, we've got Judy of JUMA Jewelry who's just joined the folds :) welcome!!

My pick of the crop?

LEXIE

WELCOME MADE FOR AN ANGEL

A big welcome hug to Louise of Made For An Angel, from Ireland! She makes the most gorgeous pieces, but this is my fave!

NETTED BEZEL PENDANT

WIRE-WRAPPING TIP 03

From Katherine of Meristem.

When wrapping briolettes, use Half Round Wire so the flat side is pressed against the briolette, making it neater and easier to wrap.

WIRE-WRAPPING TIP 02

From Sheela of Eclettica, The Atelier.

Use Sterling Silver Wire for frames, dead soft, as they're pliable whilst remaining immensely sturdy and lightweight.

Use Fine Silver Wire for wrapping because not only is their content of Silver higher (999), they do not tarnish and leave black marks on your fingers as you wrap; and they're a whole lot more pliant for wrapping purposes. Just need to be careful when using smaller gauges like 30 or 32, try not to cut longer than as far as your arm can stretch to minimise kinks.

MatthewnMolly on Etsy give very good prices for Fine, Sterling, Gold and Rose Gold wires.

Oxidising in the enviromentally-friendly way: tons of ways to oxidise using boiled eggs but I find this the most effective and clean method. Boil your egg, usually one egg per necklace or one for every 3 pairs of earrings, put the entire egg with shells and the jewellery into a ziploc, then use a plastic cup or bottom of bottled water to crack the egg into smithereens. Within minutes, the patina can be seen. I get a lovely dark look in about 10-15 minutes. When done, remove your jewellery, throw ziploc with contents and wash. Easier.

Just remember not to smash your jewellery.

WIRE-WRAPPING TIP 01

From Lisa of Julida Designs.

Always use Dead Soft Wire when coiling an intricate design. It's a lot more pliable and won't break as easily.

I always hammer my frames to flatten them out a bit before coiling to make the frames stonger, and the wire will grab onto it alot better.

WE'RE ON ETSY'S FRONTPAGE!!

TREASURY ON ETSY FRONT PAGE, 8th March 2008

Oh my.
Thank you Natalia of Realisation Creations, you're a star.
Thanks too to Kristy of Shiny Adornments for getting the screenshots to this tech klutz.

THE HIGH PRIESTESS by REVELATE

Yes, Michelle, I feel empowered, I feel mysterious. In fact, I feel like a Queen, you may now all hail and genuflect before my might.

THE HIGH PRIESTESS
(http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=9934602)

ELOQUENCE - THE ART OF VISUAL PERSUASION by MERISTEM

I confess, I am enamoured of these earrings. They enchant me, they intrigue me. Do you really blame me?

ELOQUENCE - THE ART OF VISUAL PERSUASION

SUNNY DAY IN INDIA by JULIDA DESIGNS

Lisa continues to enchant with these captivating visual treats, reminiscent of exotic saris and the glamour of Bollywood.

SUNNY DAY IN INDIA
(http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=10105165)

ISLAND WEDDING by HERGYPSYSOUL

Spanking new from Shirley, check out this baby! Creamy Pearls paired with Intriguing Labradorite make for a fabulous pair of dingle dangles!

ISLAND WEDDING
(http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=10100924)

THEME: SPRING @ SKY DREAMS

Hee Soon's rendition of Spring.

SPRING FEVER by SKY DREAMS

THEME: SPRING @ REVELATE

And Michelle's.

FIRST SIGNS OF SPRING by REVELATE

THEME: TREE @ EMERALD DOLPHIN DESIGN

TREE IN THE WIND by EMERALD DOLPHIN DESIGN

THEME: TREE @ ECLETTICA, THE ATELIER

AN APPLE FROM THE TREE OF KNOWLEDGE & EVIL by ECLETTICA, THE ATELIER

THEME: TREE @ MERISTEM

SAPPHIRE SATIRIZES SELF EFFACING SAPLING by MERISTEM

THEME: TREE @ SUESUN

PEACH TREE by SUESUN

THEME: TREE @ JULIDA DESIGNS

ENCHANTED FOREST by JULIDA DESIGNS

THEME: TREE @ SKY DREAMS

DREAMING OF TREES by SKY DREAMS

THEME: TREE @ SHINY ADORNMENTS

DNA DOUBLE HELIX: ROOT OF YOUR FAMILY TREE by SHINY ADORNMENTS

THEME: TREE @ REVELATE

Check out what the team came up with!
The theme "Tree" was picked by Michelle of Revelate so she gets to go first :)

BLOSSOMING BRANCH by REVELATE


















Psst! And since Blogspot isn't co-operating, we're having to post each creation individually!! Ah well, more spotlight per piece, yes? As it should be, as it should be :)

THEME CHALLENGES

So, some of us come together each to week to create pieces based on a theme picked by a theme team member (try saying that really quickly 3 times!).

As I was saying, a group of us Wire Jewellery Artistes on Etsy have a weekly challenge of sorts, infinitely informal and superbly fun :) past themes include Key, Candy, Celestial Beings and A Rose Amongst The Thorns.

This current week's is Tree and wait til you see what the team came up with!


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