Keeping busy

Haven't had much time to write up my blog. I am busy with various jewellery orders - I like to complete my orders as soon as I can. This week I have received a number of internet queries for a variety of commissions. From silver work to bridal jewellery. This makes my work very varied.

I am up at 6.30 am tomorrow as I have a class at 9.00 am and a drive of about 1 hour and a quarter to get there.

Time for bed!

The Brooch

I received the brooch this morning from the engraver. I was so excited I could hardly wait to open it. Lo and behold it is really beautifully done! I can hardly believe I made it!

Now to send it for casting.

Too busy to post blog!

Haven't posted to blog since last week. I thought on Saturday that I would make some jewellery as I have a good number of orders. However, I received a call and had customers at 3 pm - to discuss the design and creation of Prom Jewellery. I'm not complaining though and look forward to making this jewellery.

On Sunday we got out in the fresh air and went up to Auchencruive - a country park with the River Ayr way running through. It was perfectly lovely but we just got back and the hail and sleet came on. On Tuesday it was really sunny and springlike. I gave my car a treat and washed and hoovered it. At night I went to my jewellery making class and worked on a silver ring with a heart setting in a layered design. Didn't quite finish it - still to remove the oxide.

Had a busy day today so just taking it easy tonight - a few emails to be done.

Wednesday

Oops - I looked at the snow - didn't think too much. Went out to car - backed out and got STUCK. The whole parking area was covered in six inches of snow - not one footprint (apart from mine). The wheels were spinning and the snow was hard packed. I didn't get to work - no taxis or buses. Gritters came out about 2 pm - too late to drive.

So I went back in and was a bit stunned. Had planned to do all sorts of things. Eventually got to post office about 4.30 to post THE BROOCH.

Thursday I left at - wait for it - 7 am to ensure I got to work. No snow and weather was fine.

It's 01.04 am Saturday so it's bedtime!

Goodnight x

Snow by the seaside!

As I look out of my window I see about 4 inches of snow. As I live near the sea this is highly unusual. I will be leaving soon to go to work so I hope it isn't heavier inland.

At last I am posting my brooch for engraving. I will then complete my other orders that I am working on at present.

busy, busy, busy.

Must dash

x

Tonight

Went to a local community centre and did a display for a local ladies group. I was made very welcome and enjoyed the night.

I just don't believe it!

Got a call on Friday re the brooch. Jeweller not able to do the engraving due to shape of brooch. Since then I have been in contact with someone online and they will be able to do the hand engraving. The engraver's work on his site is superb.

I'll need to collect it and then post tomorrow.

Today I was at the Holiday Inn Wedding Fair. Althoug it wasn't busy I met some really nice people. I also have some names and details of those who might be interested in commissioning some work - here's hoping.