This is by far the “fan favorite” out of all the maille I have made. It’s one of my favorites as well, and provided some surprising challenges! The piece itself is made from bright aluminum with some tiny Czech glass drops attached. The connectors and enamelled butterfly pendant are set with Swarovski crystals. The clasp [...]

Okay, I’ve had a week to physically recoup from the convention, I’ve got my books sorted, my Etsy shop back on-line… Time to buy more supplies! ^_^ Here’s what’s coming: More hard metals in more sizes – Steel, bronze, brass, etc. Re-Supply of Basic Jewelry Findings – Including sterling silver ear wires, which I hope [...]

First off, we both had an awesome time at Tekkoshocon! Thanks to everyone who stopped by to shop and chat, and for all the congratulations on our “Future Geek”. For anyone who’s curious, she will be arriving sometime at the end of May. As for the con itself, I personally didn’t get much of a [...]

This weekend is Tekkoshocon, Pittsburgh local anime convention and celebration of pretty much all things geeky! This year it’s in the David L. Lawrence Convention Center located in downtown Pittsburgh, and it looks like they’re using all of that space to it’s fullest. We will be in the Artist’s Alley, which will be right across [...]

I made this necklace a little while ago and now I’ve finished it off with a nice clasp, so it’s all ready for photos and putting up on Etsy. Thing is, the only name I could come up with for it is “Shoggoth World Turtle”! I’m a Lovecraft fan and I love sea turtles, so [...]