Monday, July 25, 2011

Bridesmaids Workshop at Tap

The girls working on their necklaces.

We had a fun afternoon at the studio with Leanora and her bridesmaids.  They each created a unique charm necklace using stamping, hammering and forming techniques.  Some embellished their charms with Swarovski crystals.
Leanora contemplating her design.

Some of the completed charms.

Everyone modeling their finished necklaces

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

Todd's getting ready for the trip to South Dakota

     Todd and Roman on the lookout for gold on the Chagrin River

Practicing his panning technique.

Todd will shortly be on his way to the Black Hills of South Dakota prospecting for gold.   Along with Gabriel Craig (project founder),  Amy Weiks and the lucky couple,  Todd is going prospecting for the gold he will use to create the wedding bands. More info on the project  
The story might possibly be published by American Craft Magazine.