My Jewelry Making Station

Recently I've read a few postings & articles
about artists and chaos.

This is my top drawer of my jewelry desk (1)
I have three storying systems for my jewelry supplies.

I am one such artist who actually creates best
with a small work area
(mostly my computer desk)
smattered with post-it notes, trinkets, treasures
& other items that inspire me…
HOWEVER,
My supply areas HAVE TO BE ORGANISED...

As you can see
the drawers in these pictures
are somewhat organised
and if they aren't
well, I will not be able to find nor
 create stuff smoothly
when inspired.

This is draw number two out of five.

I keep many of my supplies
in their original packing
if storable. This way the tool(s)
stays protected from dust.

This is drawer number three.

Drawer number four.

Drawer number five...

This desk is for a portable sewing machine
which I found at a charity shop for $15.

It was in perfect shape when I found it.

I tried using my sewing machine on it
however, because of the wheels and very light
wood material it's made from
the sewing surface moved and was far too
unstable…SO, it's great for my jewelry supplies.

Tomorrow I'll take pictures of
another jewelry supply station.
This will be the second our of three that I have.

Another Simple Cord Bracelet

Super Simple Cord Bracelet

I decided to make a sealift themed bracelet this time.

And I found more recycled beads.

Button clasp.

Glass beads.

Just in time for summer wearing!

An Early Morning Creation

I decided to make another blue cord bracelet
early this morning.
I'm not sure if I'll use birds or ocean life charms.

I have a few beaded charms already made up.

The pink cord will be my next project I think...

and I may use a few larger charms next time.

Mini bowls filled with mixed beads inspire me.

These beads are recycled
from older jewelry
that either broke or simply needed
updating/repurposing.

So my work area is set...

but now I need caffeine :/
to be continued...

Simple Cord Bracelet Pt. 2

Finished the Birdie corded bracelet...

I'm very pleased with how it turned out!

Simple assembly
and knotting was just a little
bit tricky to figure out.

Button for a clasp.

Recycled beads from a previous necklace that broke
long ago.

Nice and light weight and water proof,
perfect for summer activities!

Simple Cord Bracelet

I have allot of cord for beading...

and buttons...

I found an inspiring picture over on Craftgawker
that made me want to make a bracelet
Click here for picture on craftgawker

So I clicked on the picture
and found
This DIY pictorial on Cupcakes & Crinoline's Blog

So far, this is where I'm at with my
corded charm bracelet...

New Tatting Project

Tatted pendant

Using waxed cording,
4mm beads,
an 8mm drop bead
and a tatting shuttle.

To join the loops
I use a steel small crochet hook.

The cord is crocheted and
4mm beads added.

Next step will be
to attach pendant
to cord necklace using a jump ring.

Shuttle and crochet hook with waxed cording.

A Charmed Life

I made this necklace several years ago.

It started out as a 'junk' project
and sorta grew into a finished
wearable object.

Making individual charms is very fun 
and rewarding.
The problem,
having so many charms with no
real purpose for them.

I've managed to never make another
necklace like this
and wonder
why
?

Perhaps it's time to make a few more
charmed necklaces and bracelets
this spring/summer season...