Let your inner nerd out!

So, I recently stumbled across the work of Morphologica who states that "I am in the final stages of completing my PhD in neuroscience, and have created Morphologica to have a bit of fun with a normally serious subject.

During my research, I have discovered that science can be surprisingly beautiful- single cells viewed under a microscope, intricate networks of cells important for learning and memory, and even the curving structure of the brain itself.
I have tried to capture some of this beauty in the Morphologica pieces, focusing on the shape or morphology of a variety of subjects studied in neuroscience."

While I've been buried in my thesis work I was so thrilled to find more science related art to share with everyone! I hope you all love it as much as I do. It even utilizes laser cutting one of my favorite forms of technology. =)

Topping my wishlist currently are these Helical Symmetry double helix DNA Earrings in black


Great length and dangle which is just what you want in a pair of earrings!

Also I am loving this adorably sexy nerd necklace in black
I'm definitely a huge fan of the typeface used!


Also available in Geek

Be sure to check out her shop and the rest of her great work!

Take care all!

AND! Don't forget to submit work to the exhibition I am trying to get together!

Thanks all!

Whimsy and Delight

So today I am going to be sharing the work of a new friend of mine. His designs are playful, whimsical and definitely smile inducing. Tadashi Koizumi creates a myriad of wonderful little creatures, tiny people in their own world, integrating into our own as well.
His work is available at his etsy store, as linked above, and more can be seen at his website where he states about himself that he wants his work to inspire others to create.
And with work this playful, unique and inspiring, how could you not want to go pick up your hammers and torch?

Don't you want a little person in your life?


Tadashi and I are currently planning an art trade! I'm so excited to be able to make a piece for him and to have one of his works in return!

Keep in touch everyone =)

Statement Pieces and More Beautiful Non-Traditional Jewelry

So I am very excited about doing this feature tonight! [here's to getting home from work two hours early and actually having some time to write on a weeknight!]
So for tonight I have hand selected three wonderfully talented artists to share with everyone!

As always artist's are shown in no particular order.

I will begin with Hannah Rosner who "recieved her BA at Swarthmore College and her MFA at Ohio State University, where she researched political theatre design in Eastern Europe. With over fifteen years teaching experience combined with twenty years as a working artist, she still looks forward to teaching both fine arts and craftmanship skills every day. She has taught college level multimedia and design at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh and the Illinois Institute of Art. She has taught beadwork and fine arts at the Pittsburgh Center for the Arts, Caravan Beads Chicago, and TLD Design Center & Gallery in the Chicago Suburbs. She was the lead lampwork instructor at Glass Axis in Columbus and taught at 1 Stop Bead Shop until she moved to New Mexico in early June."

Hannah can be found on etsy under the name HannahRachel and has a great assortment of beautiful objects in her shop. The first thing I noticed when I "entered" her shop, amidst an array of beautifully made lampworked flowers was this absolutely stunning neck piece.
Ammonite Swirl Seed Bead Woven Pendant Fossil Semiprecious Glass
The details in this piece are incredible and I love the curved shapes that allow one's eye to move smoothly through the piece taking in every ounce of workmanship.
Definitely a statement piece I would love to wear.

In addition she also has this large, wonderful Queen of Sheba Necklace which incorporates some great stones in addition to lampworked pieces.
This piece must have taken more hours than I can imagine and has so many intricate aspects I am truly sorry I cannot take all of it in in person. Her sense for neutral colors is very attractive and the pearls in this piece definitely pop against their backdrop. Overall a wonderfully eclectic work.
Hannah's work, in addition to her etsy shop, can also be found here on her personal website.

Up next I have the work of Mainichi who does many wonderful pieces using fibers and other recycled materials. Another great example of up-cycling!
According to Mainichi :
"My name is Dearne and I would describe myself as a "creative soul". After an inspiring holiday to Japan in late 2004, where I picked up some fabulous raw materials to work with, I came back to Australia with seeds planted, ready to create some interesting pieces of jewellery.

So after making a few prototypes and getting a great response from friends and relatives, I established “Mainichi” and began to put into practice my passion for fine arts, crafts, textile arts and materials.
Mainichi pieces have been wholly designed and created by ME. I make for pure enjoyment, and am not dictated by fashion or current trends. The materials used often inform the design and also reflect the philosophy behind the name (Mainichi translates from Japanese as “everyday”).
Many of the materials are recycled, found or vintage, which means that each piece is truly a unique object.
Mainichi design inverts the concept of precious jewellery. There are no precious metals or jewels in these pieces, instead, unexpected, ordinary and everyday materials become pieces of wearable art."

That closing paragraph is another reason I love this artist, we share a similar philosophy which I think is a wonderful thing!

So now to share a few favorites of mine from her shop starting with this lovely Shinzo Felt and Leather Necklace
This is a great fun, funky, innovative piece that uses felt in a great way! I love the balance of the big and little circles and spheres and the quilting style stitching on the blue circles is a really great accent!

Next she also has an assortment of colors and patterns of this wonderful Kawa Recycled Leather and Bead Necklace
I've never seen anything like this before and it seems like it would be a definite conversation starter sure to bring some excitement to anything you pair it with!

The fringe and mix of hard and soft media in this piece is also really nicely combined.

Last but definitely not least I have the incredible work of ElinThomas to share with you all.
Elin loves

" to make stylish and unique pieces of jewellery. My approach to jewellery is to innovate in the field, ensuring my pieces are both eye-catching and a talking point for the wearer. I specialise in extremely neat, small crochet using #20 threads and 1.00 hook. So my crochet stitches are half the size of most work out there. "

Now I've been crocheting for years, but have never created anything as detailed or intriguing as the work I am about to share with you.
Firstly this Crochet Bracelet is so brilliantly colorful and eyecatching.

I love the mix of black and white and the combination of polymer clay with delicate crochet, the colors are vibrant and exciting and the pattern is mesmerizing.
Up next is this equally stunning Coral Reef Inspired Necklace. Anyone who has read my other blog knows that I take a lot of inspiration from patterns in nature in my own work so this is definitely something I really appreciate in other's work as well!
So much detail! And all done with such a tiny hook making it even more impressive!
More of her lovely work can be found on her flickr account.

I hope you have all enjoyed this nights features.

First Feature

Every summer as I have more time on my hands [or at least I tell myself that] I return to my love of beading and bead work.

This first feature will focus on a few artists whose work I find beautiful and intricate.

Artist's are in no particular order, if they are here I love them, simple as that.

So the first artist I am honored to share with you all is Thewaughdrobe who's beautiful work can be found here.
Before I show her wonderful work here is a brief introduction selected from her profile:

"My background is in fashion design and manufacture and for 20 years I have worked for designers, been self employed and travelled the world.
I have always designed and made Clothing, Hats and Jewelry for women and children. For now Jewelry is my main focus on Etsy with a long term goal of adding clothes and hats.
It's always been my dream to have a store called "The Waughdrobe". My design label as "Kimberley Waugh" (pronounced War) leads perfectly to the play on words Waughdrobe (Wardrobe) meaning closet. I am delighted beyond belief to have realised my dream."

Aside from the fact the we both clearly share a true love of pearls and classic elegance, she also creates wonderful cluster rings that I think are fabulous!
Perfect for the summer time is her "Flower Fairy Pale Green Ring"
These rings are available in a variety of colors, be sure to check them out!

Additionally there is a wonderful price range in this shop allowing for great availability!
Another of my favorite pieces from Kimberley's shop is her Key to My Heart, Necklace and Earring Set


A Stunning piece, again including beautiful beadwork. I personally feel this would be a great piece of bridal jewelry, and the colors lend to a lovely vintage feel.

The next artist I have chosen for this first feature is PookieandPierre who does wonderfully intricate work that can be found here.
As a brief introduction to PookieandPierre I have selected this from her profile:

"My mother always told me to 'do what makes you happy'. Expressing my creativity makes me happy and gives me an opportunity to continue to honor her and share her beauty and spirit with others.
I truly dream about beads and colors and all of the wonderful combinations I can create. A little sparkle in my life brings a whole lot of joy!
By day, I am a busy executive who looks forward to arriving home at night to design and create new items. Making jewelry is both therapeutic and adds the balance I need in my life to stay somewhat sane in these challenging times!
Each piece is intricately handwoven and detailed. Each design is set against a peyote weave background which is developed prior to adding the accent beads. Pookie and Pierre earrings are truly a form of wearable art. These earrings are one of a kind and will make a statement. They are always a little fun, elegant, flirty and definitely full of color and life."

Also, as this is a cause very very close to my heart and my life, I find it so admirable that the majority of her proceeds go to support the Susan G. Komen Foundation to support the fight against breast cancer.

Of her many wonderful works I have selected two of my favorites:
Her lovely, delicate Pale Shimmery Pink and Pine Green Fairies in the Forest Earrings

are just what I love! Tiny works that pack in a huge amount of detail with new things to notice!

Additionally I also love them in the gorgeous Fall colors shown here: Cinnamon Apple Spice Earrings
These would definitely perk up any fall outfit!


So that is all for this feature! Please add me to your follows and check back often for new updates!