Glass. Studio glass by Tyler Hopkins, demonstrating many of the essential properties of glass Glass is an amorphous (non-crystalline) solid material that exhibits a glass transition, which is the reversible transition in amorphous materials (or in amorphous regions within semicrystalline materials) from a hard and relatively brittle state into a molten or rubber-like state.
Glasses are typically brittle and can be optically transparent. The most familiar type of glass is soda-lime glass, which is composed of about 75% silicon dioxide (SiO2), sodium oxide (Na2O) from soda ash, lime (CaO), and several minor additives. The term glass is often used to refer only to this specific use. In science, however, the term glass is defined in a broader sense, encompassing every solid that possesses a non-crystalline (i.e. amorphous) structure and exhibits a glass transition when heated towards the liquid state. Silicate glass[edit] Ingredients[edit] Physical properties[edit] Connection in Time Bracelet. Connection in Time Bracelet InstructionsDesigned by Cynthia Kimura Connection in Time uses a combination of wood and brass components to create a fashionable piece of jewelry.
Try creating this stylish Mommy & Me design for yourself, while guiding your child through the steps of creating an equally attractive Happy Thoughts bracelet. This design looks complicated, but it's easy enough to complete in less than 30 minutes. Step one: In a well ventilated room, begin by assembling the three main accents on this bangle. For the butterfly accent, glue one antique brass butterfly chandelier to one .75-inch cherry wood small tooth swirl gear link. Step two: Center and glue the bird accent to the top of the lacquered natural wood plain bangle. Step three: Allow the glue to dry thoroughly before wearing. Interview with Anneta Valious. When I attended Bead&Button, I was absolutely bowled over by the pieces on display in the Bead Dreams showcases.
One necklace that really wowed me was Helen of Troy, by French beader Anneta Valious. Not only is it luxe and gorgeous, but it uses a technique I’d never seen before. Helen of Troy, by Anneta Valious. Seven Alive. Process Piece: How I make fork bracelets. I just finished making a new batch of fork bracelets which you can find in the shop, here.
I always get a lot of comments and questions from shoppers and other artists pertaining to how the forks are made, and what goes into the process. Today, I thought I might give you a little bit of a peek inside my studio when I'm making a new batch. While earning my bachelor's degree in fine arts from VCU, I took a series of jewelry making classes, which taught me the skills for heating and working with metals, as well as the knowledge I needed for the types of equipment and tools that go into working with metal. When I'm working with forks, I much prefer antique silver plated versions. They are a little tougher to work with than solid sterling, but I tend to get more of an antiqued quality to the finished bracelet from the base metal showing through in areas of wear and tear, which is something I'm going for. Copper Pipe Pendants. A while back I picked up a book by Stephanie Lee called Semi-precious salvage.
I just love her designs, as I'm quite enamored with the vintage-y, rough, dug out of the dirt look. Lightning In A Bottle Tutorial. Remember that time (a few days back) I showed you this Guess The Mystery Thing necklace, featuring a little captive Cupid?
Then I revealed the secret ingredient... Binky!!! That's right. 30 Seashell Collection Display Ideas. Whether your seashell collection is large or only a hand full, to give it a dedicated space will make it stand out.
After all, a hand picked seashell collection celebrates the sea and tells your story. So here are 30 display ideas to inspire you! In order to create a cohesive and striking seashell display, there's one thing you want to keep in mind, and that is focus. If your seashell collection is randomly displayed, it can easily loose its importance, and might even come off as clutter. To quote Dorothy Draper again (see Coastal Collections), "Notice how groups of small objects, when they are well arranged, become important and effective. " You can't really tell by just looking at it, but the bowl above holds quite an exotic little seashell collection with finds from Zanzibar, Fiji, Maldives, and New Zealand. Sea Glass Art -10 Creative DIY Ideas. Here are 10 creative sea glass art ideas!
Some are whimsical and you'll only need a few sea glass pieces to make them, while others are quite sophisticated, requiring a jar full or more. Doesn't this tree say Spring? A creative sea glass art idea that includes a few driftwood sticks. So adorable. .....Loves me like a rock...... Delicate earrings- emeralds and polkis holding diamonds together. Vibrant colour tturquoise stones and pearl earrings, looks perfect any time of the day. Exquisite Pearls & Pearl Jewelry. Pearls can be sultry and sexy, or modest and demure, lavish and elegant or cool and sophisticated.
This makes them an equally appropriate alternative to diamonds even in the most formal occasions. Pearls are a traditional gift for brides, June birthdays and the third and thirtieth wedding anniversaries. We at Adeler Jewelers, offer a vast selection of exquisite Pearl Jewelry. From Japanese Akoya to Tahitian Black and South SeaPearls, you will discover a choice for every occasion. Among our services you will find, expert restringing on silk and knotted with precision. Pearls, their allure is timeless. It is no wonder than that when the supply of natural pearls became exhausted, man learned to cultivate them by implanting an irritant into the oyster. Summer Harrison / Pinterest. Handmade bead. Triple Row Beaded Wrap Bracelet Tutorial.
Photo. Sand and Sisal: Sea Glass Mosaic Tray. Move over June Cleaver… Sand & Sisal’s serving up drinks in a sassy, modern Sea Glass Mosaic Tray!
I was blessed to grow up in a “Beaver-esque” home, complete with parsley garnishes on our dinner plates. My mom has always been an amazing hostess and has a huge collection of beautiful serving trays. The more meals my family eats outside, the more I realize the sheer practicality of trays, not to mention “Betty Draper” charm trays posses.
Any Mad Men fans out there? A Little Fall Leaf Re-use Project. Ok! This may look a bit familiar. Fm_geohar_hr_sb.jpg 800×781 pixels. Fm_mora2_hr_sqb.jpg 800×802 pixels. Cloisonne_enamel_bowl.jpg (JPEG Image, 700 × 538 pixels) Depression-Era Glassware from O to Z. COLORS: Crystal; Pink; a few Royal Ruby pieces 1 pink Relish Bowl, 10 1/4 inch 2-part $20 ea. "PARROT" (Sylvan), Federal Glass Co., 1931-32 1 green Bowl, 5 inch berry $35 (SOLD) PATRICIAN, Federal Glass Co., 1933-37 1 amber Bowl, 6 inch Cereal $20 2 amber Bowl, 8 1/2 inch large Berry $35 ea. Bejeweled Epoxy Pendant. If you're new here, you may want to subscribe to get updates, freebies and all sorts of goodness .
Thanks for visiting! Remember when we used epoxy clay to make this ring? I really liked how easy epoxy clay was to use, but didn’t absolutely love the end result. Well, I’ve done some experimenting and realized the magic trick to a show-stopping result. With epoxy clay, more is better. Process Piece: How I make fork bracelets. Jeweled Bracelet. Choose Your Favorite Wedding Jewelry Stores. Get The Best Wedding Jewelry For Your Special Day. Marriage is one of the most important days of person's life. For this day we make many preparations. From dresses to ornaments, everything we need special for this event. Selection of jewelry for wedding is very special and exciting.
If you will find perfect piece of your jewelry then you can look more gorgeous and stunning. Wedding Jewelry, specially designed for the bride to wear at marriages. Tigerlilly. Hammered Paddles set 22 pcs Copper Paddle Drop by NadinArtGlass. DIY Braided Bead Bracelet. Ocean ombre bib necklace. Blue beaded ombre bib necklace. Useless Junk turned into Creative DIY Products. Yesterday I was browsing around when I bumped into this very nice article announcing the 2010 Inhabitat Spring Greening Contest Winners and decided to show you further details about it.
The Spring Greening Design Competition challenged designers, artists and crafters to transform useless junk into beautiful DIY products, and the result is a list of very interesting and creative pieces. Audrey Hepburn Earrings Silver Post Earrings by LiliesAtelier. Goofus Glass. Lampadario murano. Beading Tutorials: Christmas Projects. This simple netted ornament design is easy to create, and can be adapted and embellished to suit just about any style or taste. These instructions will use two seed beads colors, but you can create your own patterns for interesting and colorful beaded ornaments. Use these pretty decorations on your tree, wreaths, garlands and more! Free pattern for pretty beaded flower. Free pattern for pretty beaded flower.
Pattern for pendant or ring, schema. A pattern for a brooch, pendant or ring Kolzya. Free pattern schema for pendant (brooch, ring) Free pattern for pendant, brooch or ring Alessandra by Athena. Alibaba Group. Exhibitions - Glass Microbiology - Luke Jerram. UN, Palais des Nations, Geneva. Dale Chihuly. Dale Chihuly is an American sculptor who does amazing and beautiful works in colored glass. His works range from small pieces to large scale installations, both outdoor and indoor, often accompanied by the striking effects of dramatic lighting.
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