greenery lately.

My house plant addiction is growing very fast. I love them so much, I gathered a few (yes, there are more) for a group picture. Also, our last rose bloomed out back for the fall.
Maybe I'm weird but I think it looks beautiful in my thrifted science flask.

NEW FORM

Hollie recently sent me an original watercolor drawing (first photo), that is so incredible in person, my jaw dropped when I opened it! On October 5th, she is opening a solo show in Sydney, Australia entitled NEW FORM showcasing acrylic boards and a large mural painted directly on the gallery wall. 

This girl has a steady hand and an overwhelming sense of shape. Are any of you out there down under? I so wish I could travel to Australia... Take a look at Hollie's blog (she designs wine labels!) and check out my favorite installment of her work. 

old and bright

Love these over dyed vintage rugs!

Gotta figure how to create one myself ... could bring a whole new meaning to the gross rug section at the thrift store.

glass progress.

It feels so great to be making progress in the glass studio this past week. 

-  The silver and gold pieces are something I am VERY excited about. 

Just a sneak peek at a new collection ...

-  When I unloaded the kiln this morning, this cluster ring became known as the "magical" cluster ring.
Was not expecting these amazing colors at all!

I will be making a listing in the shop for this style soon.

SALE!

I've marked a few things on sale in the SHOP!

Select jewelry and shredded shirts, all ready to ship ...

North Carolina craft.

Over the weekend my Dad came to visit and we spent yesterday driving the Blue Ridge Parkway. Really beautiful along there. Can't believe it took me 2.5 months to check it out!

Along the way we stopped at The Folk Art Center where Heritage weekend was taking place. There were several craftsmen doing demonstrations including pottery, weaving, chair making, metal work ... etc. I find it so refreshing to see traditional crafts being done. My favorite booth was natural dyes by Dede Styles. Unfortunately I didn't get to speak with her but I just found the youtube video above. I love at the end how she talks about the beauty of weeds and having more respect for the natural world.... 

Alexandra Valenti

I am in love with Alexandra Valenti's painted imagery...

feeling blue.

I've had this indigo kit for over a year now. Finally decided to go for it yesterday and can honestly say, it was the most fun I have had with dye - ever! Stephen had just mowed the yard and the smell of fresh cut grass + the beginning of fall temps... I couldn't have asked for a better day.

In addition to indigo, I am planning on several more natural dye experiments. Next - with berries from our yard! This book has been very helpful in my research so far. I think natural colored shredded scarves will be gorgeous...

a floral statement.

Now available in the shop! 

... the Glass Flower Ring ...

I had someone make a custom order (based on one of my rings from 2010) and ended up making a whole bunch.

. insta - glass .

It's interesting how I will take the time to stage glass pieces for an instagram shot, yet not go ahead and just use my SLR for better quality... All of these are taken as I unload the kiln, and while I've made these pieces time and time again - there's always something about those first few minutes when the glass has cooled and you can hold the outcome.
Instant satisfaction!

vending LAAFF >>>

The LAAFF fest yesterday was a great way to end the summer. I'm so happy to have the company of local makers. Asheville really is the place to be! So supportive.

Throughout September I will be focusing on new colors and glass techniques. Maybe a little collection in October? The glass tube necklaces above are recent favorites. Will list in the shop later this week...