Showing posts with label jewelry. Show all posts
Showing posts with label jewelry. Show all posts

Thursday, September 15, 2016

Lorraine Barba, Custom Crystal and Bead Jewelry


I enjoy making one of a kind crystal and bead jewelry for a hobby. The photos below are examples of some of my work.

I use lead free findings, also sterling silver, gold plated, and pewter findings for all necklaces and earrings. Most of my pieces are made with Swarovski crystals. I will have my own booth to display my work at the Winterfaire, I hope to meet you then.






















Sunday, October 12, 2014

Jewelry by Hart


I met with Patricia Hart recently to get a preview of what she will be selling at the Winterfaire Craft Show this year.  Pat tells me that she has been making jewelry for over 25 years and although she doesn't work on her creations every day, it has become a big part of her life.  You may have already seen her at local craft and jewelry shows in Grass Valley and Nevada City because she is a regular participant.  Pat says she expects to do about five shows this year, having cut back a bit from a more active selling schedule.



In Pat's booth, you will find jewelry at reasonable prices and she says the reason is because she buys jewelry making supplies from a wholesale house.  She admits that she finds it hard to resist buying more beads than she needs to get better prices and has quite a stash of supplies on hand.  With the large array of beads and materials available to her, Pat can lose herself in the creative beading process for hours on end. For a coordinated look,  Pat often makes earrings to match her necklaces and bracelets.












If you are looking for something special in the way of a gift or want to add accent jewelry to match an outfit in your closet, Pat Hart's jewelry booth at Winterfaire will be the place to visit.