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The Soldering Bench

From Snow Tires to Craft Fairs

From Snow Tires to Craft Fairs

April 06, 2021

After this crazy pandemic year, the prospect of gathering in person is a lot like the anticipation of spring in the mountains. The availability of vaccines for everyone and the cautious, slow lifting of restrictions keeps me optimistic that in-person fine craft shows will be a thing again this summer. 

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Light the Torch!

February 28, 2021

Open the tank valve, turn up the pressure and light the torch! It is time to solder, to run liquid metal across a surface to create a strong connection that bonds two pieces of metal into one.

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Handcrafted rings, silver, gold, gemstones, Leaf Collection, Mandala Collection

Rings in the New Year

February 01, 2021

New jewelry designs for 2021 are in the works. I recently added the Zoe Ring to my collection. More rings and designs that pair well and complement current collections are also in the lineup for 2021. Keep an eye on my website for new work.

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When Making Jewelry Is Like Baking Cookies

December 03, 2020

Jewelry making is similar to baking in some ways. I work like an elf in my studio from basic ingredients and transform them into shiny personal adornments for gift giving and putting some sparkle on. People often ask me how I make my textures, such as the leaf texture. So I thought I’d share a look at my process, which is a bit like baking cookies. 

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Fall Is In the Air, and It Feels Good

Fall Is In the Air, and It Feels Good

October 31, 2020

The weather has cooled down, and I have taken a few opportunities to get out in my big backyard and explore the trails and mountaintops. I am truly grateful to live in a rural location, able to breath fresh air outside and observe seasonal changes.

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The Hidden Secret of the Rosemary Leaf

The Hidden Secret of the Rosemary Leaf

September 13, 2020

Have you ever looked at the underside of a rosemary leaf? The top side is fairly smooth, but if you look at what is going on underneath you might be surprised. I like to design based on patterns and textures that I see and experience. Most of the time I make the changes to be clear that they are loose interpretations...

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Connecting with Visual Arts During a Pandemic

August 04, 2020

Where did the summer go? It’s the first week of August already, and typically I’d be at the League of NH Craftsmen Annual Craftsmen’s Fair, exhibiting my handcrafted metal jewelry, meeting customers old and new, and reconnecting with my artist community...

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