Onedia In The Ozarks

My staple always-sell pieces are bracelets using memory wire, a stiff wire that retains its circular shape,and beads.  For some reason women really love them and are willing to pay $35 to $50 for one. They are comfortable and easy to wear. The technique for making the bracelets is very easy and usually takes about two hours.  Simply cut the wire, make a loop with pliers at one end, slide the beads onto the wire, finish with another loop. The real work is in creating a one of a kind unique piece each time.

I usually decide on a base color palette and select a primary bead. These tend to be six or eight millimeter and either round or rondelle, a slightly flattened bead, usually a gemstone such as agate or jasper. I typically use a mixture of metals including sterling silver, pewter, copper, and gold. I… Continue reading →