Deb Karash is one of my favorite jewelry artists. She uses colored pencils on metal in a style that is uniquely hers.

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Artist Statement

"The creation and collection of jewelry, for me, is about intimacy. Something personal is expressed in the wearing of handmade jewelry."

Fusing the intuitive nature of drawing and the technical skills of metalsmithing, Deb Karash combines copper, silver, brass and colored pencil into wearable, portable works of art. First applying layers of colored pencil to a textured copper surface, Karash then suspends the copper over cool sterling to bring each piece to life.

Karash views her work as a subtle statement about personality and the mystery of the spirit. Mechanical, metaphorical, and emotional layers and connections play a crucial role in Deb Karash's work and in her life as a maker.

I am not a big fan of beaded necklaces but this lemon quarts necklace by Sydney Lynch is stunning. I just hope I can get her to join ArtJewelryOnline.com.

Polymer Clay is the first medium that I worked with to fabricate jewelry.  I loved the colors and patterned design potential. This polymer clay design shows all my favorite shades of blue and green.  Now that there are tools to press out the long rows of squares and shapes this design is not so arduous as it used to be.  You may view other Polymer Clay designs at their Facebook page. See more Polymer Clay designs at their Facebook page entitled Polymer Clay Artists. http://on.fb.me/O9qWdi. 

Fabric Art

Paper Denim Style With Comfort

Flare Leg Jeans $134

My son found some clothes from a company called Paper Denim & Cloth at Marshall's and they were contemporary and affordable.  Come to find out this company disappeared for a while and is coming back.  When they re-launch they are worth your while to take a look. http://www.paperdenimandcloth.com/

Shana Kroiz

Native Baltimorean Shana Kroiz is acknowledged as one of the country's leading experimental enamelists and jewelry educators. Throughout her career, Shana has been involved in teaching and promoting the growth of jewelry as a recognizable art form.

Shana has designed a new line of nylon mesh jewelry that is funky, fun and affordable.  Her one of a kind enamel pieces usually sell for $2,000-$4,000 but her nylon mesh line is priced at $50 and up.  You may buy Shana's work at Art Jewelry Online. You may view Shana's one of a kind work at ShanaKroiz.com.

Hatfield & McCoy's

Watched the Hatfield and McCoy's last night.  Hard to believe hate could last that long. Below the Hatfield clan in 1897.