tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4975108638683894482024-03-14T03:21:33.673+01:00Echoes of NorwayMy Creative Communityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06713400462501183625noreply@blogger.comBlogger356125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-497510863868389448.post-44319765610431007882012-10-30T17:06:00.000+01:002012-10-30T17:06:05.245+01:00I don't know about you, but this time of the year turns me into a hermit. I love being inside, working, baking, sewing and cooking. I really wish there would be more hours in the day to fit everything in I'd like to do. It is not an easy thing for me to still have to work part time at my other job. I always wonder how other artists who still have a job on the side make it work. Often I would plan on working in my studio when I get home from work, but on very rare occasions I can actually manage to make it work. My creativity gets put on the back burner which at times leaves me frustrated, especially when some good ideas arise. I find myself "rushing" through my day job days and not really living in the moment as one should. Do you ever experience the same? If so, please let me know how you deal with it.<br />
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I am working on some simpler, everyday pieces for my other shop which I hope to have finished by the end of this week. There will be some bronze, copper and silver items. I might be jinxing it if I promise to have them finished...been there, done that...*laughs*<br />
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I was so lucky to have finally found a place that takes silver scrap here in Norway. The best thing is that it is just a 20 minute drive from here! Last friday I went there with three kilos worth of silver scrap. In return I got shop credit of 10000 Kroner ( approx. US $1750 ). Of course I bought tons of silver, sheet in a few gauges, wire and tools. Feels great to have all the shelves filled up with materials I use most.<br />
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Below are some new items I made over the last few days. I am still in love with hand cast buttons, and yes, I am still going to cast some in copper.<br />
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Thinking about all you people in the US affected by hurricane Sandy! Sending you tons of well wishes and hope you are safe!<br />
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<br />My Creative Communityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06713400462501183625noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-497510863868389448.post-70434883296880083382012-10-24T09:02:00.001+02:002012-10-24T09:02:15.381+02:00Adventures in jewelryHello friends,<br />
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I haven't been blogging much these past few months because I wanted to focus primarily on working hard to develop my own style of jewelry.<br />
It started once I purchased some decorative vintage and antique buttons. I began casting them in silver and was so excited about the outcome that I started to use them in my designs.<br />
I do like to make one of a kind pieces, which keeps things interesting for me, however, I also want to offer more items that I can re-create.<br />
There might be a lot of big changes coming up next year ( maybe a move ) which makes me want to work even harder to make a dent in this competitive jewelry marketplace. I rarely take a day off these days. If I am not working at my other job, I am in my studio. I love it, because I can see results. In turn I feel well balanced, happy and complete. Sure, there are days when I feel like the muse doesn't want to come out to play. I have learned, when that happens, to just take it easy, to take a step back without being too hard on myself. One simply can not be creative 24/7.<br />
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Below are some new items I have made in the past little while. Hope you like them as much as I do.<br />
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Happy wednesday ya'll!<br />
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Sabine<br />
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<br />My Creative Communityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06713400462501183625noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-497510863868389448.post-52633002742227139142012-04-21T18:45:00.001+02:002012-04-21T18:45:25.015+02:00Pretty in PinkHello!<br />
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Everything is just roses around here, mostly. I wish there would be more hours in the day as I tend to be most creative in late afternoon/evening. I honestly could work all night if it weren't for my neighbors. Hoping to have my own HUGE studio space sometime within the next 12 months. But I can't elaborate much more on that at the moment as things are still up in the air. In the meantime I shall try to remain positive and utilize the space I have available to the best I can.<br />
Today I made a plume necklace with the most gorgeous pink ruby I have in my possession. I think the stone was meant to be used in this plume design. It makes the whole design pop. I'm in love!<br />
I just listed it in the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/98074965/eye-catching-plume-necklace-with">shop:</a><br />
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Wishing you all a wonderful weekend with some breaks of solitude!</div>
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<br />My Creative Communityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06713400462501183625noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-497510863868389448.post-34011694781264560472012-04-06T20:21:00.002+02:002012-04-06T20:21:36.553+02:00New from the bench<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Today I woke up to snowfall! We haven't had a day of rain or snow in weeks. In fact we've had some pretty warm spring days already in march. But I am not going to complain. Living down south is no comparison to were we used to live. 69 degrees north, above the arctic circle. I can now deal with pretty much any kind of weather. </div>
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Yesterday I took a day off everything, well almost. My neck was hurting so much, to the point were I could hardly move, so I thought it's time to take it easy and do as little as possible. I think my leather apron might be the culprit of my neck pain in the last little while. It's heavy and seems to drag my neck down if that makes any sense. Today I just tied it around my waist instead and it feels less strained.</div>
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I finally finished the majority of my textured spring collection. The simplicity of these items really hit home. I love them. Just looking at them gets me in a better mood. I'm just in this happy frame of mind at the moment where everything seems to fall into place. I stopped criticizing and doubting my work and just let it flow. I'm my own worst critic, which is a good thing isolated, but if misused can drive me crazy.</div>
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So below you can see my latest items. Modern textured items with gorgeous stones. They'll bring a smile to your face as soon as you put them on! :)</div>
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Sabine</div>My Creative Communityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06713400462501183625noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-497510863868389448.post-4420444745917741932012-04-03T19:39:00.001+02:002012-04-03T19:39:28.171+02:00Spring and summer collection itemsIt's 7:30 pm and I just got out of my studio. It's been a fun, long day creatively speaking. I managed to finish some items I have been working on for a while. Tried some casting as well which unfortunately didn't want to turn out for me. The molten silver just didn't want to flow the way I liked it to. I'll try again tomorrow.<br />
My latest pieces are not oxidized. I need a change. In fact, oxidized, rustic jewelry doesn't sell as good here in Norway. People seem to really like bright, simple pieces. So, with that in mind I decided to polish all of my new items to a beautiful brushed bright finish. I really love it. The pastel colors in the chalcedony stones come out looking so fresh and bright. Hope you'll like it too. Really would like your honest opinion.<br />
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The smell of shepherds pie from the oven is telling me to wrap this up. John's been patient with me these days having late dinners :)</div>
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<br />My Creative Communityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06713400462501183625noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-497510863868389448.post-85989970686013154812012-04-03T00:00:00.001+02:002012-04-03T00:00:51.355+02:00New series<br />
After some good constructive advice I have finally started work on a made to order line of jewelry.<br />
I have been wanting to do this for a long time, but never really paid too much focus on it since I love the freedom of making one of a kind items. Quite frankly, I really do need to have more cohesive collections.<br />
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I love making one of a kind items, however, I do realize now that in order for me to do this eventually full time I will need to come up with a more cohesive line of jewelry.<br />
My designs are often all over the place and I really need to gain more of a diverse audience.<br />
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So, these past few days I have been working on a made to order collection. Geometrical designs with chrysoprase is one. Simple with a beautifully brushed finish. I'll have a preview of them here on my blog tomorrow. I hope you'll like them as much as I do. They are quite a bit different from my usual floral inspired items.<br />
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I am having a big SALE in my shop right now! Please check my sale section! Discounts from 20-30%. I need to make room for my new made to order items.<br />
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As far as my stone shop goes I just place another huge order for more smallish cabochons. Very much looking forward to that. So stay tuned and check in once in a while for updates on newbies:)<br />
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How creative was your day?<br />
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Midnight here, going to bed. Gym early tomorrow. Yawn.<br />
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See ya tomorrow!<br />
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SabineMy Creative Communityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06713400462501183625noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-497510863868389448.post-4508267950702526662012-03-31T12:12:00.001+02:002012-03-31T12:14:10.012+02:00New supply shopAfter much talk we decided to open up another stone shop. So last night John designed the banner and today I opened it with quite a few cool cabs. I will be adding more items as time permits. Go check it out and let me know what you think. Also, if you happen to have any wishes regarding stones, let me know and I'll see what I can do! Click <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/JewelersMarket?ref=si_shop"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">here</span></a> to check out the shop!<br />
I'm off shopping to hopefully snaggle up some summery clothes!<br />
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SabineMy Creative Communityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06713400462501183625noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-497510863868389448.post-30993847992849743722012-03-30T17:22:00.001+02:002012-03-30T17:22:43.587+02:00Here they are!I just finished photographing all the new cabochons.<br />
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Aqua chalcedony, rose cut. These come also in 8mm and 10mm sizes.</div>
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Beautiful natural ice quartz cabs, 10mm rose cut</div>
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Antique cushion aqua chalcedony 10mm, rose cut. Gorgeous!</div>
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Wishing you all a super duper friday!</div>
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Today's deal is: Click <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/94328012/20-off-green-turquoise-necklace-in">here</a><br />
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I'll be posting of our new cabochons sometime later today when I'm finished taking all the pictures!<br />
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SabineMy Creative Communityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06713400462501183625noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-497510863868389448.post-11208755302557741422012-03-29T18:16:00.000+02:002012-03-29T18:16:21.141+02:00Amethyts and garnetsTook a day off from the studio today and it felt mighty good! I don't like exhausting my creative spirit. <div>
Went to a garden shop to check out some plants that I'd like to plant in my containers. I realize it's a bit too early for that. I guess the warm weather go ahead of me a bit. </div>
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The UPS man showed up today with a small batch of lovely amethyst and garnet cabs. Ohhs and ahhs are getting to be very common around here :)</div>
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Spring bulbs such a crocuses are in full bloom.</div>
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A few hours were spent behind the bench working on a couple of custom order rings and three pairs of earrings for the shop. I'm in a earring mode at the moment. It's funny how it works. A few weeks back someone asked me why I don't make a lot of earrings. To be honest, I make what I'm in the mood for. If I need to sit by my bench trying desperately to be inspired making anything, that takes the fun out of it for me. The purpose for me making jewelry is that whatever I make comes from a deep inspiration or for a lack of better words, the muse.<br />
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And lastly we have a pair of "stillwater" earrings which feature gorgeous rose cut aqua chalcedony pear cabs. As I mentioned in my last post. I'm in love with blues and greens these days. </div>
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I must admit I have been contemplating if I should stop blogging altogether since there seems to be no consistency. I seem to be going in spurts where I absolutely love it, and on the other hand I'm struggling to keep it going.<br />
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Often I feel like I don't really have all that much to say. I'm too hard on myself ( german work ethic roots ) *coughs*. Enough said...<br />
However, I feel incredibly inspired these days and can't seem to stop to produce new jewels. Even on days when the muse is in a hibernating mood I still try to make something, or at the very least try to learn a new technique. It works for me, although I realize that I need to take more time to just chill and to have those quiet moments to regain my energy. Last week I decided to go back to the gym. There is a new one down the street that opened a little while ago. Oh it feels so damn good again to be on the treadmill and working a good sweat. When I go for my nature walks I usually take it quite slow. It's sort of meditative for me, to take in all the smells and sounds around me.<br />
Speaking of sounds. Today, when I was working in my studio, I had the window open and heard the most amazing bird chirping orchestra. Spring is definitively here. I think the neighborhood cat is engaging a daily early morning fight with the magpie birds whom seem to live in our backyard. Never knew those birds can make SO much noise.<br />
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John and I have ordered a ton of new cabochons including chalcedony in different shades, amethyst, white opal, chrysoprase and quartz. They should be getting here early next week. Looking forward to be using some of them in my designs. As you probably have noticed I'm using a lot of green and blue shades in my latest designs. I'm just so in love with those colors at the moment. After all, winter is over, out with the dark, in with the bright and colorful.<br />
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Please check out John's shop. He's updating it with beautiful new stones all the time. Check back once in a while and if there is a stone you like to be made into a design, let me know! Click <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Fabbydabbystones" style="color: red;">here</a>.<br />
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SabineMy Creative Communityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06713400462501183625noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-497510863868389448.post-77521626767211295832012-02-26T00:54:00.001+01:002012-02-26T00:55:01.810+01:00Dare to be differentJust read this interesting <a href="http://edition.cnn.com/2012/02/24/opinion/horwath-strategy-different/index.html?hpt=hp_c2"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">article</span></a>. It just confirmed to me what I already knew. However, it is not always easy to break out of that shell that we often hide behind as artists. Do we dare to be bold and step out of our comfort zone or do we stay where we are because it feels more comfortable and safe?<br />
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I am so incredibly lucky to have such a wonderful and encouraging man who challenges me to step out of my comfort zone because he believes I can. We have many dreams and always try to work at them as best as we can to make them come true. It is always nice to know that someone has your back and believes in your abilities, although it is equal important to believe in ones own abilities, to not give up, no matter what anyone tells you. If you have a goal, go for it. There are always road blocks, but we should look at them as challenges to move forward instead of failures.<br />
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SabineMy Creative Communityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06713400462501183625noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-497510863868389448.post-27203181801397483562012-02-23T18:04:00.000+01:002012-02-23T18:04:38.979+01:00And then there were three...First of all I'd like to give all of you who hearted and pinned my latest creations my deepest gratitude! It is so incredibly wonderful as an artist to receive good feedback. <div>I'm having the greatest time designing new stuff and with that I realized that it is important to push myself out of my usual comfort zone and to be a little bit more imaginative when it comes to creativity. Doing that has worked well for me these past couple of weeks by feeling a sense of accomplishment and pride. Not that I want to brag, this is just about personal accomplishment, nothing external.</div><div><br />
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</div>My Creative Communityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06713400462501183625noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-497510863868389448.post-23774440878112181652012-02-17T18:02:00.000+01:002012-02-17T18:02:59.335+01:00And so it continues...I guess it's no surprise that I feel inspired by spring these past few days. We've been having snow melting temperatures with gorgeous sunshine this week. Today, when I was in my studio I even had the window open a bit. With birds chirping, and hearing snow dripping off the roof, it was no surprise that I had a great time behind the bench. I feel more energized, alive and eager to put my winter coats and boots to rest. <div><br />
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</div>My Creative Communityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06713400462501183625noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-497510863868389448.post-74864350537791815232012-02-16T23:02:00.001+01:002012-02-16T23:05:05.613+01:00Yearning for spring part2<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I can't seem to stop making spring inspired jewelry. I'm in love with all sorts of forms and shapes. They seem to speak me at the moment, so I decided to just go with the flow. I have two other similar pieces on the go in a smaller style and perhaps a pair of earrings in a similar shape. I'll have another shop update either tomorrow or saturday. I like to use natural light to take pictures of my jewelry and most often the sun is down already by the time I get out of the studio. I am looking very much forward to longer days.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Feeling also very much inspired by make more elaborate copper pieces. I want to make copper hip again. I think we should really wear more of it. Some people are very skeptical about wearing copper, but I have several items of this beautiful metal, and my skin never turns green. I use a jewelry polishing cloth to brighten the items up once in a while, which seems to work just great! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I forgot to mention on my last post that I am not accepting any more custom orders until further notice. This will give me a chance to catch up on ongoing projects I have put on hold for quite a while. Plus I'd like to make a couple additional pieces for Sugar Shop in Oslo.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I see it's almost 11PM here and I should get a shut eye so that I can get an early start in my studio tomorrow! Oh gosh, it's almost friday again!!! Thinking about going out for lunch with the J-man tomorrow. Craving a caesar salad. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here are three more pieces I managed to finish today! Little bit quirky, fun and whimsical. My style these days. I am sure that will change again. I tend to go from rough and rugged, to fine, to whimsical and then back to rustic. I never know what kind of mood my eager muse is into when she is active.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I just go with the flow.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The first piece is composed of agua nueava agate, mother of pearl and sterling silver. I actually had something completely different in mind when I started on this piece, but somewhere along the crafting process it changed. The first word John uttered when he saw it was "Aztec". I didn't really mean to make anything aztec inspired, rather botanical. I guess it has both elements to some extend.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The second necklace is a fun little necklace that showcases a beautiful jasper druzy in this gorgeous green-blue color, a lovely flower and a hand sawn butterfly. Just charming I might say.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">And then lastly we have a "forest trail" necklace which features a running deer, a moon and and several flattened silver granules on copper. Dangling below is a stunning golden colored rutilated quartz cabochon. Love this one because it resembles my love for the outdoors, wildlife and the night sky. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The "Aztec" piece is already listed in the Etsy shop! The other two I'll be listing either tonight or tomorrow. If any of these tickles your fancy let me know and I can reserve them for you!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div>My Creative Communityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06713400462501183625noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-497510863868389448.post-81309543940647180382012-02-13T17:51:00.000+01:002012-02-13T17:51:56.927+01:00Yearning for springThe sun was out in its brightest force today, making the whole landscape look incredibly beautiful, with sunbeams reflecting off the snow. We have been incredibly lucky this winter so far regarding snow. We have only perhaps 2-3 inches compared to last year where we had a couple of feet. I'm dreaming about spring, about warm temperatures and crocuses poking their heads through the ground.<br />
Yearning for spring, yeah! This is why I have been feeling compelled to make colorful pieces of jewelry lately. As you can see below, my spring like dreams have transformed themselves onto metal. I want to make nothing but floral shapes these days. The muse is on strong. Trying to hold her back a little. She is as usual all over the place. Often, when the creativity circus comes to town here in this household, I could make nothing but jewelry all day. It can really work against me in some ways as I have too many ideas and too many unfinished projects laying around that often don't get finished. I am in the learning process of working on one piece at the time and to stay focused. It doesn't matter to me anymore if I can't manage a shop update every week. I had put so much pressure on myself. If it doesn't feel right I am not going to sit behind the bench and force myself to come with something that in the end does not transcend what my work is about. I want quality, not quantity.<br />
I have been trying to push myself a little bit harder to make more elaborate pieces and to learn something new. I would really like to be getting into metal etching, but am a little weary about all these chemicals. If any of you happen to have a good idea about what to use, let me know.<br />
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Here is my latest piece. I am having two more in the pickle pot and hope to have them ready to polish tomorrow.<br />
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Hope you like it as much as I did making it!<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">xx</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Sabine</div>My Creative Communityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06713400462501183625noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-497510863868389448.post-52925776215808843342012-02-11T11:17:00.000+01:002012-02-11T11:17:26.486+01:00A shop update in the worksHow are you all? I know it's been a while since I updated my blog and my Etsy shop. Life has been incredibly busy these past few weeks. From working at my day job to making a large collection for a beautiful jewelry shop in Oslo. I am beyond the moon excited, to say the least! It's been a dream of mine for quite a few years to be able to showcase my work at this place.<br />
The owner approached me a couple of weeks ago and asked me if I were interested in selling at their shop!<br />
So I went ahead and made 19 pieces of jewelry for Sugar Shop. It's is a huge honor for me to showcasing my work next to all these incredible Norwegian jewelry designers / goldsmiths.<br />
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I still have a few projects on the go, but my primary focus right now is to update the Etsy shop. I should have some new items available this weekend and next week. Stay tuned!<br />
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A few of you have asked how my Dad is doing. Thanks so much for that! He is coping and still getting Chemo. He never complains even though he's been battling this nasty disease now for many years. His strength is incredible. I have learned a lot from him through this and hope that I would have the same strength, grace and willingness to fight if I'd be in the same situation.<br />
I miss my family, but I know that my mother takes such good care of him. In addition he has my niece and nephew that keep him on track.<br />
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Have a great weekend everyone and thanks for reading!<br />
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I have been thinking a lot about my existing designs lately and the lack of steady sales. I love what I do, but I also have to be realistic in terms of what sells and doesn't sell.<br />
After much thought we have decided, instead of opening a new shop, we'll use our existing shop for our new concept. This will make the transition much easier for us and for our customers. We'll take a chance and see how it goes! The new concept, like I have talked about before, will include many more affordable items, some with pre-made components in combination with my own handcrafted sterling silver parts. I will of course still make larger bezel set items as I have in the shop right now, as well as some hand cast pieces, but on a lower scale.<br />
This will also give us the chance to gain more of a following here in Scandinavia where fashion jewelry is a total hit.<br />
I'm super stoked about this new venture and can't wait to show you new designs. I really hope you will be as excited as we are!<br />
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I am hoping to have some of my new work in the shop sometime this weekend! Stay tuned for picture updates here on the blog and on the Facebook fan page.<br />
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Thanks for reading!<br />
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xox<br />
SabineMy Creative Communityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06713400462501183625noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-497510863868389448.post-47126881334055309242012-01-21T06:46:00.000+01:002012-01-21T06:46:22.155+01:00Shop update<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Shop update tuesday, January 24th!! </i></span></b>My Creative Communityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06713400462501183625noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-497510863868389448.post-42317939961343141282012-01-15T19:44:00.000+01:002012-01-15T19:44:03.482+01:00Sunrise in SandefjordI took these two pictures with my mobile phone through a window the other day at around 9 a.m. This is the harbor in Sandefjord. It must have been the most beautiful sunrise I have ever witnessed. The colors in these pictures were not enhanced in any way. Luckily it had just snowed the night before which I think it gave these pictures that extra wow factor.<br />
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I'm having a very lazy sunday and I am embracing it, for once. Tea, home baked spice cookies and lots of reading...love it!<br />
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Hope you are enjoying your sunday as well!<br />
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Thanks for reading!<br />
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I do love it though when I know that I'll have some time to spend behind the bench, creating whatever comes to mind. So, this is exactly what I did these past two days, create, from the heart.<br />
I am waiting for some new materials and stones which I hope will make its way into my mail box early next week.<br />
Quite a few have asked if I am going to continue making cast jewelry. I sure will, it is just a big process that takes a lot of time, plus I like to do a big batch all at once so that I don't need to stink up the house a few days in a row. It is quite a health hazard actually to be breathing in the fumes from melting silver. I do wear a gas mask plus I work under an exhaust fan, however, after last time I had a metal taste in my mouth for 2-3 days afterwards. I did some research and found out some rather disturbing news regarding those fumes that I now reduce my time casting to just a couple of hours versus a whole day.<br />
I do find it SO much fun casting, but health comes first.<br />
My mother gave me a ton of ancient coins that I will try to cast in silver next week.<br />
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I am also still working on my new line of more affordable jewelry which includes a lot of brass, copper, gold and silver plated brass and leather. Not sure though it if will be a good idea of combining those items with my higher end items in my Etsy shop. Perhaps I'll open a new shop for that alone.<br />
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Below are some of my latest creations. Hope you like them as much as I do! I had so much fun. Sometimes it feels great being a hermit and be a slave to the muse!<br />
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</div><div>This is my shop update for this week! There will be more items to come next week.</div><div><br />
</div><div>Thanks for reading!</div><div><br />
</div><div>xox</div><div>Sabine</div><br />
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<span id="goog_514731903"></span><span id="goog_514731904"></span>My Creative Communityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06713400462501183625noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-497510863868389448.post-45758937960289794142012-01-05T19:51:00.001+01:002012-01-05T19:57:08.194+01:00Happy New YearFirst of all I wish everyone a Happy New Year. A little late I know, but life has been so busy since we returned from Germany. Also I would like to extend a HUGE Thank You for everyone who made a purchase during my SALE!! I appreciate you all so much!<br />
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We had such a wonderful time with my family. It was wonderful to have the whole family, including my two sisters Anja and Bianca together again. We joked, laughed and cried. My family had no idea that we are coming for christmas. John and I drove a straight 9 hours from the northern part of Denmark ( Hirtshals ) to Cologne in Germany. The weather was treacherous. Driving on the Autobahn with most often no speed limit can make you feel quite vulnerable, especially on snow stormy nights. Unbelievable how fast people drive, even under such conditions. We spent the night in Leverkusen just outside of Cologne and went to a gem and fossil show just behind the beautiful large cathedral in Cologne. After that we did some serious shopping. From there on we decided to drive 3 hours south to visit my family.<br />
John had purchased Santa masks and brass bells. So when we drove into my parents driveway we put the masks on and rang the bells. Funny enough my sisters were there including my niece and nephew. So cute to see the look on their faces when we walked in. My mother had this disbelieved look on her face. My dad was at the time in his woodworking studio where he was carving the last few figurines for the nativity scene that go under the tree. I went inside, knocking first, with my Santa mask on and he thought it was one of his friends pulling a joke on him. Priceless. We had such a great time. It was good on the soul I can tell you! However, as good as it was, it was utterly painful to leave. It just doesn't get any easier.<br />
My dad had Chemo therapy just a few days before we left. The side effects are not very pleasant as chemo therapy kills bone marrow and with that the immune system.<br />
I am so proud of him for being so positive and strong even though he has a huge battle ahead of him. I hope with all my might that he can beat this nasty disease. It is hard on my mother as well. Ahhh, I feel helpless being so far away. Just when my family needs me the most I can not be near. It sucks. Big time.<br />
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On a lighter note, John and I got engaged on our last day with my family!!! It was so sweet! Both of my parents can't wait to plan the wedding. If everything goes as planned we are getting married in June in Germany. No church wedding. We are not very traditional people and just want a small intimate ceremony.<br />
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After getting home I couldn't wait to start working in my studio. Partially so that I can focus all of my emotional energy into some creative work. It always works for me. Time goes by lightning fast. Being in the moment and enjoying every minute of it. There is this sense of peace that overcomes me when in my creative zone. It's like therapy.<br />
So I made some new items. I purchased some gorgeous quartz crystals and some other lovely stones in Germany and made some good use of them.<br />
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I am also working on a new collection of hand cast items and more affordable made to order items. It will take me a while to get everything organized and put into action. I feel the need for growing out of my comfort zone when it comes to my designs. There is this urge to reinvent my work. It's a good thing I think because I don't want to become stagnant or stop learning.<br />
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Yikes, this is a longer post than I anticipated it to be. If you are still reading by this point, thank you!<br />
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Below are a few pictures of our trip to Germany.<br />
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How was your holiday? Hope everyone had a very peaceful and joyous time!<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Colognes longest shopping street, December 18th,2011</div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Yummy vanilla crescent cookies from my moms kitchen...</div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Have a great rest of the week everyone! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">xox</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Sabine</div>My Creative Communityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06713400462501183625noreply@blogger.com2