Staying Productive in a Heatwave

Long time readers of this blog will know how much I hate hot, humid weather.  I tend to get up early and keep the curtains drawn for most of the day only opening them much later on.  I've been flagging these past two days but today decided to use my time productively.

I tried to ignore the heat as I watched YouTube videos on the desktop computer.  Focusing on how to make a beaded wirework bracelet I totally immersed myself on learning how to do it.

I'm very happy that the day wasn't wasted and looking forward to making more bracelets like these  and developing my skills further. 

*You may have noticed that I have made my font larger so that it is easier to read.

What Did I Make?

After catching up with hours of extra sleep over the last few days I felt well rested and up for making something today. I have been wanting to make something from Linda Jones book called Creating Wire and Beaded Jewelry for some time now.  With supplies to the ready I started to make the units for the wiggly wire chain.  I had so much fun making this!  I used  pewter coloured Czech fire polished beads as an added point of interest to the design.  The units are work hardened on a steel block with a hammer before being linked together.  A bit tough on the wrist but only light pressure is needed.

I am very happy how my contemporary looking necklace turned out. It seems that silver is very me!

Ring Master

It takes 10,000 hours to master something or become an expert at it.  I spent 3 hours making wire wrapped rings yesterday evening so only 9,997 hours to go until I master it!

I found the process of making the rings enjoyable and addictive.  I can't wait to explore this further and see what designs I can come up with.

Apologies for this rather blurry photo but I thought you would rather see a blurry photo than none at all.  I evolved from the single gemstone ring to adding other beads.  They remind me of planets!