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Randi/Dallas Designing-Diva
Adornments for the Mortal Goddess and Her Home: sterling, stone and fused glass jewelry & home decor works
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Dichroic Collage Pendant

Just wanted to share the fun that I was having in the studio the other day.....

I created a triangle shaped pendant with using collage techniques and assorted colors and textured dichroic glass (on a base of clear). I love the way it turned out....the vibrant colors draw your eye around the shape.

I added a sterling plated bail with industrial adhesive for instant gratification. I will be adding this pendant to the fused glass pendants that are priced under $25.

Urban Street Bazaar -What You Missed if you Didn't Come

Julie McCullough Kim of Make It worked behind the scenes to make the Urban Street Bazaar held this this past Saturday a super shopping event for those who love unique handcrafted quality goods. As a jewelry artist, it was great to connect with people who want something unique and NOT cookie cutter/mass produced. Julie also has a line of handmade modern goods, Enju, that are ultra cool. My favorite is the Linden Hobo Bag which you can see at her Etsy shop or stop by the Make It store in the Bishop Arts District of Dallas to not only see her goods but other talented designers as well plus you can sign up for a class to make something fab of your own!

The event was held at the Dallas Market Hall and the vendors were treated to free snacks & drinks in the vendor only area which was thoughtful of the organizers. The show was held from 11am-10pm and there was no food service so even though I packed a few Zone bars I enjoyed the guilty pleasure of drinking a Coke! ;)

The DJ was fantastic. The music selection appealed to a wide demographic and provided some hip ambience to the event. We were even treated to a live performance by Lovie. How cool is that!

Plus, there was a fashion show and a cash bar in the afternoon so people could sip and shop.

There was a crowd waiting to bust in at 11am because of the limited Indie Swag Bags (goodie bag).
I got to network with other indie artists/crafter/ and designers plus meet new customers. I met Tara who had amazing personality and who designs amazing vintage goods. Check out her Etsy Shop, Tara to the T!

I met another fused glass artist, Amber, who creates the most amazing fused glass belt buckles. She is part of the Dallas Craft Mafia and I just love her business name, Chromosapien! Check out her amazing Wallpaper Myself fused glass belt buckle in her Etsy shop.

The Urban Street Bazaar was part of the Dallas Indie Experience with 3 shows over the weekend. Jessica of Funky Finds is holding a contest for a Indie Swag Bag and a Funky Finds ornament! If you would like a chance to win the swag bag, you need to stop on by Funky Finds and make a comment under Monday's Deck the Hall Recap!

Crazy About Fused Glass

I have been experimenting more with fused glass and have a wish list of materials and techniques I would like to try from using molds to incorporating enamels and foils. My sketchbook and head is bursting with ideas! Are you a glass/jewelry artist? What's your favorite technique? Post a comment and a link to share your creativity!

Speaking of glass, today over at Steal My Baubles, you can purchase a dichroic glass pendant at a "bargain" price!

Fused Glass Withdrawal

Okay, I'm going through serious fused glass withdrawal!! My kiln is still NOT in and I only have two pendants left on my website (big pouty face!).
I'm hoping to have the kiln by Memorial Day; it has only been oh...8 weeks now!!!
I have several sketches and some new glass etching materials that I am just super excited to try out; I would like to have time to experiment for the possibility of teaming up with another indie designer whom get to meet in June when she'll be here for Dallas Market Hall (you'll just have to wait until June...I'll either be ecstatic or bummed but either way I'll share how it goes!)
Ok, enough ramblings....

P.S.
Don't forget you can shop at the jewelry boutique and save 15% for a little longer using the code, Mom15.

Jewelry 411 for Wednesday

I'm getting studio reorganized since getting back from the retail market this weekend. I have a few more orders to get out the door today and will be firing some fused glass today or tomorrow. Woohoo. I haven't had a chance to make dichroic fused glass pendants or earrings for a few weeks now and I have glass fever!

The Mom Rocks Contest winner has been announced and contacted. Once again, thanks to all who wrote in. It was more emotional and heartfelt than I expected....all those entries really inspired me! Congratulations to Jessica. We are working on getting her mom pieces that she will love to wear! :) Well, isn't that the point!!!

Today is the last day that you can get jewelry by Mother's Day in the USA (sorry, I can NOT guarantee Canada); you will have to choose expedited shipping to guarantee Saturday delivery. :) Or make it simple, choose a Jewelry Gift Certificate!

Okay, I'm off to the studio to design and play with some glass! :)

Creating HandCrafted Jewelry Is My Passion

Find Something You Can Be Passionate About
--Martha Stewart

It is hard for me to fathom. I keep wanting to pinch myself. Not that long ago, I was working as a clinical scientist in a management role. While I thrived on the challenges and fast pace, my heart was not just in it anymore.

I start beading as a hobby with a dear friend who is now back home in Japan. ;( Although, I have moved on from beadweaving into lampwork beads, fused glass and silver fabrication, I still thank my lucky stars that I met Nozomi and got introduced to beading.

My hobby turned business is my passion. My creative gene was dormant for so many years when it finally turned on it was like an explosion in my brain. I can't tell you how many times, I have put the kids to bed and looked at the clock and it is 2 or 3am in the morning.

Jewelry is very competitive as a business but I am so passionate about my designs and marketing my jewelry that I do not let this interfere. I have set goals and go after them....the passion is my fuel.

I would love to hear what your passions are and what keeps you up at night! ;)

Dichroic and Fused Glass Jewelry

I am so excited to share this one-of-a-kind dichroic glass creation that I wrapped with sterling silver wire.
It is modern and edgy so I name it, "In the City".
It is now available by clicking the title but this is an ORIGINAL so don't wait!

Fused Glass Addiction

I am a self taught lamp work glass bead maker who just experimented with a dichroic fused glass class and I am ADDICTED. I took a class from Cheryl at Art Glass Decor in Lewisville,Texas. I learned a lot in a few hours and I can't wait to incorporate the dichroic glass made by me into my jewelry designs.

Just call me the glass junky! :)