Windows, Buckles and Books

Isn't it funny how people look at things and see something completely different to others. My brother asked on the weekend "why are you wearing a buckle on your neck?". My three year old nephew saw a book (he's a smart little cookie), same as a friend of mine. 

So while I'm inspired by one thing the end result can be interpreted in so many ways.

I love my craft!

xoK

Silversmithing 101

Ok. These two pieces were made in my silversmithing workshop (an entire exhausting weekend!).

First came the ring. Technically not first, first. First we spent a good 3 hours learning to cut straight lines, zigzag lines and wavy lines in a piece of brass with a jewellers saw. I lost count of the number of blades I broke...

Then came the ring, we spent the evening measuring, shaping and filing. So first real project but not first thing to learn in the class :-)

On day two came the pendant, after more broken saw blades and a few cut fingers...oops! Once the bleeding stopped it was pretty smooth sailing!

Our teachers were fantastic with a combined 90 years experience as jewellers. WOW! Thanks Elmer and Sue! Especially Sue for all the lovely cups of tea and crunchy yummy biscuits.

Thanks for reading.