In fact, aside from loving some unique pieces like my small things ring that I wear every day since I bought it for my 30th b'day almost 2 years ago, and maybe an occasional fiber necklace, I'm not a jewelry girl. I even turned down a having a diamond engagement ring (too much bling for me lol)
Thinking back on my jewelry experiences, I went a little trendy in the 80's (loved my 14k gold unicorn pendant ha ha!) In the 90's it became more about self expression and symbolism...a crystal, a funky silver mouse bead (I'll have to show you some time), and a pierced nose!
I think what has happened is jewelry has once again evolved...into something a little more than simple self expression...maybe even a vice of sorts, a way to show who I am, what I can do and in return it brings me comfort. That in this difficult time for me, I still know who "me" is.
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I don't know, but whatever "it" is, I love it. There is something about digging through mountains of beads, something about thinking up a design and then drawing it and sawing it out of metal and then sanding and polishing and patina-ing and in the end, making a piece of art that means something to me and hopefully speaks to someone else too. I guess it's safe to say that part of "it" is the process, but then, I think most of us creative types enjoy the process. Okay, done rambling :).
I'm seeing you on bloglines, but not on your blog too. Have no experience of this to offer advice. Maybe try republishing your index?? Good luck.
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