Holiday Wishes

Hi everyone!

I would like to extend my gratitude to everyone who has supported me over the last year, whether it by purchasing my jewelry, for being a friend or just by visiting here and reading my blog even though I haven't been keeping the blog up to date lately.

I'm looking forward to a new and exciting year. Next year is going to bring upon a few changes, both personal and job-wise. John and I are planning on moving to the southern part of Norway which I am super stoked about. Looking forward to being closer to my family and being able to catch a plane pretty much anywhere in Europe for next to nothing. Living up here makes it VERY expensive when one wants to travel by plane. It pretty much triples the price anywhere in Europe, never mind just catching a plane to Oslo. It's absolutely ridiculous how expensive it is to fly within Norway.

I am also working on some new jewelry designs that I am very excited about. Going to try some etching as well. I have to say I am a little bit hesitant about working with strong chemicals like that, but will see what kinds of results I will get. Might have to invest in a more environmentally safer procedure instead.

John and I are going to celebrate christmas tonight with a nice traditional Pinejkøtt dinner. The reason we are going to celebrate tonight is because John has to work the nightshift from the 24th-28th of december. This way we can relax and enjoy a night with good food and some movies. Both John and I don't have family close by, so it will be just the two of us which will be quite cozy.

I will have some pictures later on either this evening or tomorrow...
In the meanwhile I hope everyone is happy and content and enjoying the season.....

Peace and love to you all,

Sabine

Happy Jolly Holidays!

It's been ( again ) a while since my last post, but by the end of the day I was just not feeling creative enough to write. Been having tons of custom orders that needed to be filled before christmas. There were days when I spent 12-14 hours in my studio this past month. I loved every minute of it though. I must say that I feel quite humble and incredibly fortunate to be doing what I love to do most, jewelry design. It just warms my heart every time I make a sale and I never ever take that for granted. The great thing about being a jewelry designer for me is that I can constantly evolve, to better my craft and to stay in the present moment.

So, for all those of you who have supported my craft I thank you from the bottom of my heart! I am truly grateful, more than you'll ever know! Just know that every piece I make, I do so with utter joy and excitement!

Oh it's christmas eve today and traditionally we celebrate on this day  here in Norway. I am excited to be cooking Pinnekjøtt, a traditional holiday meal. Pinnekjøtt are basically smoked Lamb ribs who have been salt cured for a couple of months. One has to soak the ribs in water the night before to get most of the salt out. Then they get steamed for about three hours, or until the meat falls off the bones. It is truly my absolute favorite meal. It is cooking as I'm typing this and the smell is bringing a smile to my face:-)

The pictures on top show the Pinnekjøtt ( translated= Stickmeat)  ready to be steamed on top of Pine sticks.

I have finished the last bit of baking as well last night and am quite pleased with the assortment. My gift to friends is usually a gift basket filled with all sorts of  home-baked goods which I am going to have to deliver before dinner is ready today.

We here at the Isvik household wish you all a very happy and peaceful  holiday season!

xx00

Sabine&John