The Tree of Life. . .a circle with a many-branched tree inside with its roots reaching and wrapping around the base. . .a symbol universally illustrating all life on earth is related. . .used in science, religion, philosophy, mythology and elsewhere. . .sometimes depicted in abstract form. . .sometimes in wood, metal, wire, glass and jewelry. I [...]
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Finding inspiration for designing jewelry can come from many places. It may come from seeing the jewelry and accessories pictured in magazines or catalogs. A visit to a local department store may inspire you to design with the clothing styles and colors shown for the current season. You may find a pattern or color combination [...] I’ve been on a roll changing the look and content of my websites, banners, and now my blog too! I guess this is my equivalent of “spring cleaning”. The “rite of spring cleaning” is one habit I learned from my mother and she learned from her mother, etc. The annual “spring cleaning” took over our house every [...] Every couple of years I like to go back and review the legends and lore surrounding the creation of February 14th as Valentine’s Day. History has recorded a couple of different versions of the ancient beginning for the date of February 14th becoming Valentine’s Day. I have added some of my newest necklace set designs to Reflections…Beaded Jewelry by Cheryl Skeens shop. These are fun fall and winter designs made with resin pendants and lightweight glass and acrylic beads. I have used 24k gold over stainless steel beading wire as part of the design. This beading wire looks like beading chain [...] This is the time of year I start thinking of high school dances, college formals, holiday events and lovely winter weddings. I can design jewelry to match your special dress with sparkling Swarovski crystals or add that accent color you wanted to highlight. I can create jewelry for your entire wedding party so that each [...] |
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