Featuring artisan handmade creations by the Etsy Starving Artists Jewelry team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current etsy shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com.
Monday, August 31, 2009
Eye Candy
Recent listings from SATeam members! Click on any photo learn more.
Featuring artisan handmade creations by the Etsy Starving Artists Jewelry team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current etsy shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com.
Featuring artisan handmade creations by the Etsy Starving Artists Jewelry team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current etsy shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com.
Sunday, August 30, 2009
Properties of Gemstones
It can be fun to pick your jewelry according to your moods; it might even help you out to wear certain stones when you're engaged in certain activities. Various gemstones are said to have metaphysical and healing properties; we don't know if that is true or not, but here's a list of a few gemstones and the properties that they are supposed to embody. Click on any photo to learn more about the featured piece.
The SATeam blog features artisan handmade creations by the etsy starving artists jewelry team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current etsy shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com.
Bloodstone is said to promote healing, especially related to the blood. Increases courage and charitability.
Carnelian is said to be a general healing stone. It restores the natural energy flows of the body.
Chrysoprase is said to soothe heartache and help depression, as weel as promoting emotional balance, wisdom, and peace.
Citrine is said to help digestion and aid in mental and intellectual functions. It also may increase self-esteem and energy, as well as balance and dissipate negative energy.
Chrysocolla may help soothe nervous tension.
Coral is said to help in childbirth and adoption. It wards off bad thoughts from others and promotes general well-being.
The SATeam blog features artisan handmade creations by the etsy starving artists jewelry team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current etsy shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com.
Saturday, August 29, 2009
SATeam Treasuries
Here are a few of our newest treasuries for your viewing pleasure:
SATeam features Artisan handmade creations by the Etsy Starving Artists jewelry team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current etsy shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com.
SATeam features Artisan handmade creations by the Etsy Starving Artists jewelry team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current etsy shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com.
Friday, August 28, 2009
SATeam Sez . . .
It's FRIDAY!
Casual Gal sez: I'm the Featured Artist on Cafe Handmade! This is the first interview I have done. It's kind of neat to see your life on the internet. Check it out, I am interested to see what you guys think.
de Cor's Handmades sez: 31st August of every year is Malaysia’s National Day – and I am throwing a promotion to make you happy. So please go ahead and shop, buy ONE CORE tutorial from my Etsy shop and get another one for FREE – choose your free tutorial from either Core-Tutorial series or Mini-Tutorial series, tell me your choice of free tutorial by sending me an E-mail, or leaving me a message at “Instruction To Seller” when you checkout.
Willow Branch Musings sez: One of my necklaces was featured on Wickedly Chic. It's in the Daily Ditties!!
dianne karg baron sez: I listed a new piece! Woo hoo!
N Valentine Studio sez: I listed this focal bead. I am trying to list some slightly smaller (read less expensive) beads. Hoping this may encourage some new buyers. I'd appreciate any input anyone may have?
Angie's Jewelry Design sez: I listed a new pendant. I've promised myself I'll make an effort to list more often.
Casual Gal sez: I'm the Featured Artist on Cafe Handmade! This is the first interview I have done. It's kind of neat to see your life on the internet. Check it out, I am interested to see what you guys think.
SATeam sez: We think it's fabulous!
de Cor's Handmades sez: 31st August of every year is Malaysia’s National Day – and I am throwing a promotion to make you happy. So please go ahead and shop, buy ONE CORE tutorial from my Etsy shop and get another one for FREE – choose your free tutorial from either Core-Tutorial series or Mini-Tutorial series, tell me your choice of free tutorial by sending me an E-mail, or leaving me a message at “Instruction To Seller” when you checkout.
SATeam sez: Hmmmm, what to choose, what to choose?
Willow Branch Musings sez: One of my necklaces was featured on Wickedly Chic. It's in the Daily Ditties!!
SATeam sez: Coool-i-o!!!!
dianne karg baron sez: I listed a new piece! Woo hoo!
SATeam sez: You temptress, you! We love it! We want it!
N Valentine Studio sez: I listed this focal bead. I am trying to list some slightly smaller (read less expensive) beads. Hoping this may encourage some new buyers. I'd appreciate any input anyone may have?
SATeam sez: How did we miss this one when we placed our order with you last night?
Angie's Jewelry Design sez: I listed a new pendant. I've promised myself I'll make an effort to list more often.
SATeam sez: Yes, please do list more often! We love your rocks!!!
Featuring artisan handmade creations by the etsy starving artists jewelry team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current etsy shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com.
Thursday, August 27, 2009
What's up at the Starving Artists Forum?
SATeam has a home in the Starving Artists Forum and we'd like to share it with our blog readers. Here are a few links to give you a taste of the scope and diversity of the Starving Artists forum. We'd love to have you join us.
That's just a brief taste of what's happening this week on the forum. Every week brings new information, ideas, friendship and, of course, eye candy. Come join us, and get to know the members of SATeam and their friends on the Starving Artists Forum.
The Starving Artists Forum features Artisan handmade creations by the Etsy Starving Artists jewelry team, and many others. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current etsy shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com.
- Still Summer
- August Item Per Day
- How Mch Inventory For A Two Day Show?
- Camera Setting.....
- Sterling Silver Swizzle Sticks?
- Veronica
- Reserve Half A Day At The Torch!!
- Microwave Kilns
- Has Anyone Read This Book?
- Madame Magpie's Loose Gem Destash Extraveganza
- Flickr #1 & Etsy #22 In The "50 Best Websites Of 2009"
- Sateam Treasuries Aug 24-30
That's just a brief taste of what's happening this week on the forum. Every week brings new information, ideas, friendship and, of course, eye candy. Come join us, and get to know the members of SATeam and their friends on the Starving Artists Forum.
The Starving Artists Forum features Artisan handmade creations by the Etsy Starving Artists jewelry team, and many others. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current etsy shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com.
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Supplies
Check out these recent SATeam listings for lampwork beads, jewelry components and tutorials. Click on any picture to learn more about the item.
The SATeam blog features artisan handmade creations by the etsy starving artists jewelry team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current etsy shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com.
The SATeam blog features artisan handmade creations by the etsy starving artists jewelry team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current etsy shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com.
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Featured Shop: Artistry by Ramona
Artistry by Ramona is a shop where hand crafted jewelry is created with many precious stones, Swarovski crystals, glass, Czech glass, fresh water pearls, and all precious metals. Click on any photo to learn more about the item.
The SATeam blog features artisan handmade creations by the etsy starving artists jewelry team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current etsy shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com.
Brass Silver Hammered Round Circles in Dangle Hoop - style Earrings are an elegant mixture of metals. This pair named, Well-Rounded, describes a person who is balanced in all aspects of life...intellectually and culturally, one who can contribute positively and is cultivated in every sense. The brass cirles are almost the size of a U.S. quarter coin and the silver one is a little under the size of a U.S. dime.
Sterling Silver Earrings in Triangle Shape is triangular in shape and beautiful overall! It's completely handmade in sterling silver and is tailored at 1 1/4" in length. They are light weight and wear very comfortably.
Handmade Copper Sterling Silver Earrings with Flowers are cute and jingle with every movement! The hammered metal circles are accented with Pewter Flowers just to jazz it up a bit! The copper circles measure about 22mm in diameter (about the size of a U.S. quarter) and the sterling silver rings measure about 16mm diameter (a little under the size of a U.S. dime).
Sterling Silver Pink Cube Crystal Earrings are named Rosetta Ice and are fashioned with pretty pink cube crystals, glass beads that have a hint, just a hint of pink colour for a pretty, cutesy girly feeling. This pair dangles approximately at 1 1/2" (4.5cm) in length and is made of sterling silver.
Handmade Sterling Silver Earrings with Faceted Czech Brown Beads. They are tailored at almost 2" in length (including the ear wires) and are fashioned with 12mm faceted Czech beads emulating brown to rustic brown hues, depending on the reflection of light. The beads are also accented with spreckles of blue hues, for a picasso finish effect and are connected to 9mm sterling silver discs for that sweet symmetrical effect.
The SATeam blog features artisan handmade creations by the etsy starving artists jewelry team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current etsy shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com.
Monday, August 24, 2009
Eye Candy
Recent listings from SATeam members! Click on any photo learn more.
Featuring artisan handmade creations by the Etsy Starving Artists Jewelry team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current etsy shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com.
Featuring artisan handmade creations by the Etsy Starving Artists Jewelry team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current etsy shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
How to Make Your Own Ear Wires
By Barb Macy of Accent Yourself
Materials & Tools Needed: round nose & chain nose pliers, flush cutters, 20 gauge sterling silver round wire, a round pen or pencil, tumbler or burr cup (optional).
1. First, cut round sterling silver wire into 1 3/4 - 2 inch pieces. Make sure all of your pieces are the same length.
2. Next, with your round nose pliers, make a loop at one end of a piece of wire. I make the look going against the natural curve of the wire. You might want to mark your round nose pliers at the point you make the loop for more consistency.
3. Using the pencil or pen as a guide, wrap the wire around making a hook. At this point, I go "with" the natural curve of the wire.
4. Make a small bend in the end of the wire with your chain nose pliers.
Tips:
The SATeam blog features artisan handmade creations by the etsy starving artists jewelry team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current etsy shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com.
Materials & Tools Needed: round nose & chain nose pliers, flush cutters, 20 gauge sterling silver round wire, a round pen or pencil, tumbler or burr cup (optional).
1. First, cut round sterling silver wire into 1 3/4 - 2 inch pieces. Make sure all of your pieces are the same length.
2. Next, with your round nose pliers, make a loop at one end of a piece of wire. I make the look going against the natural curve of the wire. You might want to mark your round nose pliers at the point you make the loop for more consistency.
3. Using the pencil or pen as a guide, wrap the wire around making a hook. At this point, I go "with" the natural curve of the wire.
4. Make a small bend in the end of the wire with your chain nose pliers.
Tips:
- Practice on copper wire first. Don't waste your expensive sterling silver wire!
- After practicing on copper wire, decide what size you like and stick with it! It will help you become more consistent in making your own earwires.
- Use a file or burr cup to soften the ends and to get rid of sharp points.
- Tumble the batch for 20-30 minutes for added hardening & shine.
- I like using 20 gauge wire. I've found that the ear wires are more substantial and hold the little plastic ear wire keepers more securely.
The SATeam blog features artisan handmade creations by the etsy starving artists jewelry team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current etsy shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com.
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