Copper work jewelry

This summer I attended Fiber In The Forest along with some of my fiber friends, and several of us took a metal jewelry making class taught by the inspiring Mary Hettmansperger. Among other things, we learned how to make cold connections and torch patinas on copper.

A glimpse into Olive Rose folk art doll studio

Sitting way in the back corner of my last rug hooking class was a quiet student who drew little attention to herself.  Olivia told me she designed folk art dolls under the name Olive Rose. I was lucky enough to see her home studio while I was in town.