Verdant Nature Necklace

May 15, 2012 by sally | Leave a comment

©Sally Evans Verdant Nature Necklace

Here is the Necklace I made with some of the nature inspired components  I created.

 

I love the rich, dark greens with subtle variation of the dark green Aventurine stone which remind me of lush, green thriving plants.

 

Among the gemstones, I’ve added silver branches and twigs, and crystals that catch the light.

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©Sally Evans Verdant Nature Necklace Close up of Branch

 

The silver leaf I created at the front of the necklace is detailed with the delicate veins of the leaf on the front and the back.

 

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©Sally Evans Verdant Nature Necklace - close up of leaf

I made the clasp with sterling silver hand forged with a bit of brass wire for texture.

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©Sally Evans Verdant Nature Necklace Clasp

Aventurine represents courage, optimism, motivation, and a sense of tranquility.

 

I have also been working on an abstract painting inspired by leaves and the rich greens that I will share with you when it is complete.

 

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Purple Courage and Confidence Bracelet

May 10, 2012 by sally | Leave a comment

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I love all the beautiful variations of purple and lavender in this  bracelet.

 

I chose a variety of different stones, which I’ll share the meaning of in a moment.

 

Each stone is linked with sterling silver and and a handforged clasp.

 

This bracelet is fun to wear and very comfortable.

 

I added a little chain so it is adjustable, depending on how tight or loose you like to wear it.

 

It is fun to wear something beautiful but also to have a nice reminder and enjoy

knowing the meaning.

 

Here are what the gemstones represent:

Purple semi precious stones create a vibrant, playful bracelet.

 

Blue chalcedony represents letting go of stress, peace, and balance

 

Jasper represents joy and nurturing.

 

Sugalite represents healing, forgiveness, and self belief.

 

Charolite represents courage in times of stress.

 

It would make a great gift for yourself or someone you love.

Click here to see it in the gallery section under Bracelets.

 

 

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Trading More for Better

May 2, 2012 by sally | Leave a comment

 

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Ah Spring!

It seems we are obsessed with more. Do more. Have more. Produce more.

 

I find myself easily lured into this way of thinking, especially with business.

 

While it does make sense, and may be the best way to measure financial success, it leaves me feeling unsatisfied.

 

If I were just creating widgets rather than handmade jewelry and art, I would say more was better.

 

Instead, I want to slow down, make less and enjoy it even more.

 

I want to keep the connection between what inspired me to create something, my hands

and my heart, and the ultimate goal of sharing that with someone else.

 

I believe the joy of making the piece ultimately comes through.

I will lose track of time and not be ruled by it. I won’t have more time but a

better quality of my time spent pursuing the delight of making something beautiful.

 

“Happiness is when what you think, what you say and what you do are in harmony.” Mohandas Gandhi

 

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