Friday, August 10, 2012

Amanda Egdorf-Sand Pottery Earrings 8-10-12


“Circles Earrings”
Amanda Egdorf Sand
1 1/2" x 1/4", Pottery with Glaze and Sterling Silver Earwires
$15
      Using local clay and glazes from my husband's pottery operation, these earrings are created individually by hand, exemplifying the natural curves and lines found in nature.  All pieces are fired among the larger functional pottery pieces in the 40-foot long wood-fired kiln and are finished with sterling silver findings.  Each piece is unique and can rarely be duplicated.  Many pieces take on the tones of nature, showing a natural salt glaze finish, while others have vibrant colors.  These earrings, in particular, have a lovely mottled purple glaze and are quite fun.                               ~ Amanda Egdorf-Sand

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Thursday, August 9, 2012

Beth Shaffer "Big Blue Flower" 8-9-12


“Big Blue Flower”
Beth Shaffer
Aluminum Cans, ~ `4" x `4" flower on 42" Stake
$20
Fuss free flowers - plant them once. No need to water, fertilize or pay your neighbor's kid to take care of them while you are away.  ~ Beth Shaffer


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Wednesday, August 8, 2012

Allison East "Cat Purses" 8-8-12


“Pink Cat Purse”
Allison East
Acrylic Yarn with Mixed Media Embellishment
$18

     Cupcakes, hearts, ears and faces, seem to captivate folks, including me.  Whimsey and cats are favorites.  A cat love likes to express their love of cats and so do I!   ~ Allison East


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Tuesday, August 7, 2012

Sheila Fleming "Amazonite Jewelry" 8-7-12


“Three Amazonite & Bali Silver Bracelets”
Sheila Fleming
Sterling Silver with Amazonite Gems and Freshwater Pearls
$46, $46, $42

          Sheila had been saving these Amazonite gemstone chunks for just the right inspiration.  When she recognized the color of sea and sky she immediately went to work creating these three bracelets and matching earrings - just right for Summer wear. The silver is high quality Balinese Silver and there are accents of Freshwater Pearls and Sterling Silver toggle clasps.  
          Sheila tells us that the gemstone Amazonite is believed to aid in "speaking one's truth," a welcome skill she's needed in her life and that of others. 
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Monday, August 6, 2012

On a Monday


Linda walked in with an entourage of fairies.
Bob Gunn's magnets make everyone merry.
Marjorie Hudson's Accidental Birds fly on to Milwaukee.
Someone just stopped in from Lake Winnepasaukee.
Shuga is still resting up from Friday night's party.
Julia's reception was the best of the arty.
Three of her paintings have just been sold.
Not much around here gets a chance to grow old.
Andy came by to share she's sewing something new
an infant dress and woman's luscious skirt or two.
Vangi Cathcart's cone flower went somewhere else to bloom.
Forrest's journals are quickly leaving the room.
Sharon's bracelets are worn out the door.
Mariah's new pendant is being adored.

Browsers are coming in and out of here all day.
I'm glad Mariah is on vacation so I can park my things and stay.


On a Monday,
Sharon







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Sunday, August 5, 2012

M Osolin-Putnam "Follow the Sun" 8-5-12

“Follow the Sun”
Marrianna Osolin-Putnam
Acrylic, 18" x 24" on Canvas
$350
          FOLLOW THE SUN is a combination of several quilt designs that I saw at a quilt show in Durham several years ago. I chose different colors,and focused on the central image of the sun. The title comes from a Beatles song, as I am frequently drawn to musical titles for my paintings. I also am inspired by quilt designs. (My husband is a prize winning quilter, and his work is very beautiful and inspires me every day!)
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Friday, August 3, 2012

Lynell Dodge "Dragonfly Pin" 8-3-12

“Dragonfly Pin”
Lynell Dodge
Hand Forged Sterling Silver with Garnet Gemstone, 2 1/4" x 1 1 /2"
$89
     Sitting in her own lush garden next to the pond, Lynell began noticing how many dragonflies there were.  Each one had different patterns on their wings, each one interesting in their textured uniqueness. Being fascinated by the dragonflies, Lynell studied them, and soon had sketchbook in hand.  This Dragonfly Pin is the result of Lynell's vision inspired by dragonflies in her own backyard!


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