Hola everybody! And welcome!
What an exciting moment this is; I haven't been on a blog hop for a long time, and I have the pleasure to be part of "B'Sue boutiques Build a line challenge"
My dear Brenda Sue from B'Sue Boutiques is always trying to help us to become better in what we do, and that's how Build a line started! She is "challenging us to challenge ourselves" to start a jewelry line.
Oh yeah... That's me by the way!
You can read more of my story on my previous blog post here, in there you'll find out the first jewelry I made was my wedding jewelry, and because of the connection I feel and for the many request of customers I have chosen to create a Bridal line: "Always and Forever"
I have created some Bridal Pieces in the past, and it was such a joy to see them on the beautiful brides here is the jewelry I designed for Mrs. Malan on her special day:
I made the chandelier earrings, the head piece and the cuff:
For my "Always and Forever" bridal line I wanted to create designs that are beautiful and take less time to make; something I could re-create and that's the challenge we are all trying to make for each of our lines. This is a process and for this first part of the hop I want to reveal you the first of my designs: the "always" bracelet. All the pieces from this bracelet came from B'Sue boutiques with exception of the little flower on top.
I started with The Victorian Backless brass Stamping mount and riveted on top the small Victorian frame bezel; previously I had resineted some old book pages and I added that to the middle of the bezel and collaged on top a little flower, a silver plated bee, the word "Always" on a copper black and to give it that blink and hide the ends of the paper I added Preciosa rhinestone chain. You can see it's a sizable bracelet with some pearls and more rhinestone disks. What I like most about this bracelet is that I can customize it by changing the sentiment in the middle, in that way even if I remake the design it will be unique to each person.
I had so much fun designing it and making it, here a sneak peak of some of the stampings I will be using for the rest of my line:
Thank you for stopping by and visiting, please don't forget to visit the rest of my fellow friends and designers who are taking this "Build a line" challenge with me.
List of participants:
Brenda Sue Lansdowne
Jewelry Making Outside the Box
http://www.bsueboutiques.typepad.com/
Marcia Tuzzolino
Aurora Designs
http://auroradesignsjewelryblog.me./
Jann Tague
Clever Designs by Jann
https://janntague.wordpress.com/
Judy King
Apt To Wander Studio
https://apttowander.wordpress.com/
Linzi Alford
Magpie in the Sky, Spoil Heap Tales
http://magpieintheskyspoilheaptales.blogspot.co.uk/
Cynthia Wainscott
Exotic Peru
http://exoticperujewelry.blogspot.com <==== you are here!
Carole Carlson
Beadsophisticate
https://beadsophisticate.wordpress.com
Lynn Stinten
Dragonzwench
http://www.dragonzwench.blogspot.com/
Marica Zammit
Bead Lovelies
http://www.beadlovelies.com
Catherine Shattuck
VRBrose
http://www.vrbrose.wordpress.com
Micheale Collie
The Vintage Gem
http://thevintagegem.blogspot.com
Mary Craig
Jewelry Alchemy
http://jewelryalchemy.wordpress.com
Lee Koopman
Strega Jewelry
http://stregajewellry.wordpress.com
Erin Whitacre
Shattered Time Jewelry
http://shatteredtimejewelry.wordpress.com
Monica Casady
MJCasady Copper Works
http://monica-casady.squarespace.com/blog/
Leila West
Leila Nicole Designs
http://leilanicoledesigns.blogspot.com/
Cindy Peterson
Howling Dog Jewelry
http://howlingdogjewelry1.blogspot.com
Leila Belcher
Leila Bee Designs
http://leilabeedesigns.wordpress.com
Gloria Allen
Wings and Beads
http://www.wingsandbeads.blogspot.com/
Pamela Anger
Novegatti Designs
http://novegattidesigns.blogspot.com/
Tammy Adams
Paisley Lizard
http://www.paisleylizard.com/blog
Lynda O'Mara
Once Upon a Line
http://www.lomaracreative.com/Blog.php
Elizabeth Hildreth
Mad Scientists Designs
http://madscientistsdesigns.blogspot.com
Dana Hickey
Wind Dancer Studios
http://magpieapproved.blogspot.com
Janet Calardo
Jan Lea Designs
http://janleadesigns.blogspot.com/
Maria Clark
Sweet Willow Design
http://www.sweetwillowdesigns.blogspot.com
Lori Beekman
B.Accessorized
https://baccessorized.wordpress.com/
Jennifer Kroeger
Relic Charm
https://reliccharm.wordpress.com/
Amy Jorgensen
Hoarder's Corner
http://amemedesigns.wordpress.com
Robin Reed
Handcrafted Bead Designs
http://artistryhcbd.indiemade.com/
Ingrid Anderson
Lilis Gems
http://lilisgems.wordpress.com/
Louise O'Shields
Desire Divine Jewels
http://desiredivinejewels.blogspot.com/
Susan Killam
Killam Creative
http://www.KillamCreative.blogspot.com
Mary Katherine Deis
The Rose Sword: Artisan and Vintage Collectible Jewelry
http://theroseswordmdeis.blogspot.com
Nike Bottalico
Objects and Oddities
http://nikebottalico.com/
Susan Bowerman
Woodside Wireworks
www.woodsidewireworks.com
Kristy Le
Kristy Le Trendy Jewelry Designs
http://trendyjewelryle.blogspot.com/
Jan Peters
Stylized Vintage
http://stylizedvintage.blogspot.com
Mitzie Crider
Needful Luxuries Occasional Blog
http://needfulluxuries.blogspot.com/
Gina Hockett
Freestyle Elements
http://www.freestyleelements.blogspot.com
Linda Anderson
From the Bead Board
http://fromTheBeadBoard.blogspot.com
Alexandra Sefton
Imaginary Jewelry and Altered Art
http://wilywolverine.blogspot.com/
Melida Boman
The Journey of Pens and Things
http://thejourneyofpensandthings.blogspot.com
Teresa Schurter
TreeZ'S. Treasurs
http://treezstreazurs.com
Melissa Latimer
Smithed Up
http://smithedup.blogspot.com/
Renee Hong
Fine and Dandy Jewelry and Art
http://fineanddandyjewelry.blogspot.com
Nadine Edris
Moondance Jewelry
http://moondancejewelrymaine.blogspot.com
Lori Meyer
Parisienne Girl
https://parisiennegirldesign.wordpress.com/2015/01
Jennifer Merrill Williams
Artists of All Stripes
http://artistsofallstripes.blogspot.com
Denise Lussier Poirier
Jewelry By Denise
http://jewelrybydenise.wordpress.com
Renee Allen
Small Stuff Design
http://www.smallstuffdesign.com
Autumn Adams
Autumn Dawns
http://autumndawns.com/
Elizabeth Owens
1996 Shabby Lane
http://1996shabbylane.blogspot.com
Kat BarronMiller
Midnight Kat Productions Art Jewelry
http://mkpbeadart.blogspot.com
Sandra Ballard
Mama San's Mojo
http://mamasansmojo.blogspot.com/
Coral Law
ab:coral design
http://abcoraldesign.blogspot.com
WOW!!! I am blown away (as always) when I see your creations. Not to mention your photography!
ReplyDeleteLove the theme that you chose. That bracelet. OMG I love everything about it!
Cannot wait to see the whole line :-)
Cynthia, your work is amazing! I cannot wait to see the entire line. I'm speechless. I enjoyed learning about you and your work. Great blog!
ReplyDeleteYour photography and work is amazing. I love your bracelet and can't wait to see the rest! Ingrid
ReplyDeleteWow, Cynthia. Your line is going to be simply incredible.
ReplyDeleteCheers,
Susan
A wedding line seems like a perfect fit for you! People love to be able to customize, so being able to change out the word on the bracelet will make it really popular.
ReplyDeleteReally beautiful, great line of jewelry & thanks for such an enjoyable read! Best Wishes and cannot wait to see!
ReplyDeleteOh yes your work is just heart warming beautiful!!!! Your collection is priceless! ~Louise
ReplyDeleteLovely! Can't wait to see the rest of your pieces. Those will be some lucky brides. :-) ~Elizabeth
ReplyDeleteYour work is just spectacular! Love your theme; it's perfect.
ReplyDeleteCynthia, what a gorgeous piece! I am sure you will find people lining up to wear pieces of your line.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely lovely.
ReplyDeleteWow, love your bracelet. Can't wait to see the rest of your line, I know it will be just as beautiful as the bracelet. Love the customization component, too! Gina H
ReplyDeleteGreetings Cynthia ~ loved reading about you and your process! Lovely Bridal creations!
ReplyDeleteYour bracelet is beautiful .. can't wait to see your new creations .. Jann
ReplyDeleteThe bracelet is perfect....I can't wait to see what comes along with it. Tu te aventaste, mija!
ReplyDeleteCynthia, I love your bridal jewelry, and the bracelet ... wow! Your line is going to be so exciting to see! ;)
ReplyDeleteLove your bridal line! gorgeous! So looking forward to see what you do with it :) Happy creating!
ReplyDeleteStunning! Can't wait to see more of your lovely creations!
ReplyDeleteWow! Love that bracelet!
ReplyDeleteCynthia, I love the idea of a bridal line, what girl doesn't love some romance. The pieces you've created in the past are stunning, I can't wait to see what you do. Good Luck :) Ne
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful and meaningful line of jewelry. Your designs are beautiful and unique.
ReplyDeleteWhat a unique and beautiful idea for your line! I can't wait to see your finished pieces.
ReplyDeleteLove the romance of a bridal l in and the pieces you've already made are beautifully done! I'm very much looking forward to seeing the whole line!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful piece and what a beautiful sentiment. The way it's "always." supposed to be! How encouraging that we can make something this wonderful quickly! Perfect! Thank You for this inspiration.
ReplyDeleteThose Always cuff bracelets are to die for! I want to wear one! :)
ReplyDeleteWonderful pieces and how lovely to see a bride wearing your creations. Looking forward to the full line reveal.
ReplyDeleteWow, your bracelet is stunning! Looking forward to seeing the rest of your line.
ReplyDeleteGreat blog. Wow, love your bracelet. It's gorgeous. I'm sure the rest of your line will be wonderful, too.
ReplyDeleteI love your work! Absolutely stunning bracelet, I can't wait to see more!
ReplyDeleteI love how detailed the piece is, it's gorgeous
ReplyDeleteYour pieces are lovely. It will be lucky brides to wear such pieces.
ReplyDeleteYou make truly beautiful jewelry for very lucky ladies! I will look forward to seeing much more of your work.
ReplyDeleteYour jewelry is always gorgeous. I can't wait to see more!
ReplyDeleteCynthia, I've always loved your style; you have such a great eye for composition and are an inspiration. I can't wait to see what you come up with for this line.
ReplyDeleteAlways excited to see your post. Love your creations!
ReplyDeleteYour work and photography are gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteThat bracelet is beautiful. I love mixed metals. Can't wait to see the rest of the line.
ReplyDeleteHey sweetie love your blog and your story and I adore your line. XOXO!
ReplyDeleteThis fits so well with the style of your work. Gorgeous! Can't wait to see more.
ReplyDeleteNice start to the challenge. Debbie
ReplyDeleteLove your post. Your wedding jewelry is really beautiful!!! I love your theme and your bracelet is amazing. Have a Blessed Day!!!
ReplyDeleteYour jewelry and blog are both beautiful. (Certainly, so are you.) You have such a good eye on beauty. I will definitely tell my friends who are going to marry to order from you.
ReplyDeleteI love this bracelet!
ReplyDeleteFabulous pieces wonderfully photographed! Looking forward to seeing your challenge line :) Linzi
ReplyDelete~Great pieces Cynthia! Cannot wait to see your line! Looking forward to seeing you in the classroom! Your bride must have loved those gorgeous pieces! You made her day even more special for sure with such fabulousity!
ReplyDeletexo Liz
Beautiful, glad we are taking this journey together. Looking forward to your next installment
ReplyDeleteYour bracelets are so unique and beautiful. A bride would be lucky to wear your designs! ~mary
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