Technique: Gold Lace EarringsWin: Yes Challenge: Confidence Level: 9/10 Lessons Learned: Final Reflection:One hundred days ago, I set out simply to create. Along the way I learned new techniques, solved problems, embraced imperfections, and discovered that progress is often happening even when we don’t notice it. Completing this challenge isn’t an ending so much as … [Read more…]
Technique: Pendant with Circle CutoutsWin: MostlyChallenge: Lessons Learned: Confidence Level: 8/10 Reflection:This piece felt like an experiment in balancing design and construction. While the finished pendant didn’t quite match my vision, it showed me what is possible with the technique and highlighted the areas that need more attention. The contrasting effects on the two sides … [Read more…]
Technique: Simple Rainbow Skinner Blend Earrings with Texture and Bling Win: Yes Challenge: Lessons Learned: Confidence Level: 9/10 Notes:
Technique: Mini Figurine Sculpture Win: Mostly Challenge: Lessons Learned: Confidence Level: 8/10 Notes:
Technique: Trinket bowl with cracked red “gold” leafWin: Yes Challenge Lessons Learned Confidence Level 9/10 Notes This project felt like the natural continuation of the cracked “gold” leaf experiments from previous days. I enjoyed transforming leftover materials into something both decorative and functional. The rich red tones, dramatic crackled effect, and high-gloss resin finish give … [Read more…]
Technique: Pendant with cracked red “gold” leaf Win: Yes Challenge: Lessons Learned: Confidence Level: 9/10 Notes:
Technique: Skinner blend with glitter inclusionWin: Yes Challenge Lessons Learned Confidence Level 9/10 This project was a reminder that refinement often comes from the details. A simple design, a carefully controlled blend, a touch of glitter, and the right findings combined to create a finished piece that felt elegant without being complicated.
Technique: Hole-y Pendant (Revisited)Win: Yes Challenge: Lessons Learned: Confidence Level: 9/10 Notes: I also noticed that there are specks of dust on my piece. This is something I still have to be aware of when working at my desk.
Technique: Using leftover pieces to assemble earrings Win: Yes Challenge: Lessons Learned: Confidence Level: 9/10 Reflection:Today’s project was a reminder that creativity doesn’t always require starting from scratch. Sometimes the materials we already have are enough. By gathering together the pieces left behind from earlier experiments, I was able to create several finished pairs of … [Read more…]
Technique: Resin with foil mixed in Win: Yes Challenge: Lessons Learned: Confidence Level: 8/10 Notes:Today’s project reminded me that expectations and results don’t always match, and that’s not necessarily a bad thing. I set out hoping for something bold and dramatic, but ended up with something quieter and more understated. The resin transformed the piece … [Read more…]