tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-67364621190416807582024-03-12T21:21:28.451-07:00Silver Serpent Studio's BlogThe creative ramblings of Hannah Trost! (previous home of PZ Designs - Handmade Jewelry)Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474776199267940087noreply@blogger.comBlogger181125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6736462119041680758.post-31708873448459051842017-04-10T06:00:00.000-07:002017-04-10T06:00:12.870-07:00Winterwood Pendants - handmade wood pendants from Wisconsin<span class=" _50f4">My family has a large plot of land in Wisconsin
that is managed for wildlife. Periodically, we thin the trees for the
health and productivity of the forest, and therefore the wildlife too.
Some of the trees have beautiful wood, and these we save for special
projects.
These pendants were made by my brother from some of that "special
project" wood. </span><br />
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<span class=" _50f4">My job is to "set" the pendants - some have been accented with beads,
leather, wire, and/or silver additions. Here are the most recent three:</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Black Cherry "Lionfish" Pendant on Picture Jasper Chain.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Hickory Pendant on Chrysoprase and Aventurine Chain.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pin Cherry Pendant on Chocolate Agate Chain.</td></tr>
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<span class=" _50f4">These have beautiful, natural wood patterns. The pendants are finished with carnuba wax for a waterproof, matte finish. They are all large, approximately 2" across.</span><br />
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<span class=" _50f4">I'm looking forward to setting more of these lovely pendants soon!</span><br />
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<span class=" _50f4">Thanks for reading!</span><br />
<span class=" _50f4">Hannah</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474776199267940087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6736462119041680758.post-67239321184487461732017-02-24T06:00:00.000-08:002017-02-25T18:55:20.443-08:00Idaho Themed Copper BookmarksI have been keeping busy and, unfortunately, have let my blog lag behind! <br />
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One of my holiday orders last year was for a set of Idaho-themed art bookmarks! These were a joy to create - the customer's only stipulation was "Idaho" related, and these are what I created for her:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Crater's of the Moon at Night</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Henry's Fork</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Geese on the Falls</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Mountain Blue Birds</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Wood Fence</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Horses</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Moose Cow and Calf</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tetons</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Mule Deer</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Snake River</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Trout</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Train Tracks</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tetons at Night</td></tr>
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They were a big hit at Christmas and I truly enjoyed creating them!<br />
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Thank you for stopping by!<br />
HannahAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474776199267940087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6736462119041680758.post-40792651473325256822016-11-04T06:00:00.000-07:002016-11-04T06:00:44.841-07:00Stepping Up the Art Bookmarks!I've recently been asked for very specific bookmark designs - here are some of my absolute favorites from this fall!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Teton Sunrise, original artwork bookmark</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ode to Van Gogh - custom bookmark request</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rainy Season, original artwork bookmark</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Superior, MN - designed after a USFS logo</td></tr>
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Copper with flame patina and various tassels. My shop: http://silverserpentstudio.etsy.com<br />
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Thank you for stopping by!<br />
HannahAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474776199267940087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6736462119041680758.post-71595703281859738012016-08-19T06:00:00.000-07:002016-08-19T06:00:25.331-07:00Dragonfly Pendant Set!One of my favorite orders to date - three custom "hidden" dragonfly pendants! These pendants are handmade from sterling silver and natural stones, with a special cutout on the reverse side.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tiffany Stone Pendant with dragonfly in sterling silver.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Shattuckite stone pendant with dragonflies in sterling silver.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lepidolite stone pendant with dragonfly in sterling silver.</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr>
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The last pendant was set a little differently with a non-traditional setting - it's a partial bezel setting that shows off the sides of the stone as well. It's been awhile since I've made this type of setting and I'm excited to make more!<br />
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Thanks for coming by!<br />
Hannah<br />
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474776199267940087noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6736462119041680758.post-15652529983898586622016-08-05T08:08:00.000-07:002016-08-05T08:08:00.261-07:00Sonoran Sunrise Feather PinsI came across Sonoran Sunrise (sometimes called Sonoran Sunset or chrysocolla cuprite) awhile back and immediately loved it. After a short time, a design idea came to mind - and I knew exactly what I wanted to make, and for who!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sonoran Sunrise Feather Pins - natural stone, set in sterling silver</td></tr>
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These matching pins are for my parents. I had the cabochons custom cut for my design, then made the sterling silver settings. They should get them <i>almost</i> in time for their anniversary.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Double pin backs - much more secure and still easily put on!</td></tr>
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The backs are also handmade and feature a double pin back. This keeps the pins from flipping AND adds security. I've lost pins before and it makes me so sad every time - I wanted to avoid that feeling for my parents! I think all my future pins will have the double pin back - I mean, why not?!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sonoran Sunrise Feather Pins - matched pair for my parents' anniversary!</td></tr>
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I wish I could be there when they opened these gifts up, but I'm certain they'll like them. The colors, the reference to nature, the fact that they traveled to the SW several times together....The pins are matched, but not identical, and not, I think, cutesy. Perfect!<br />
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Thanks for stopping by!<br />
~HannahAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474776199267940087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6736462119041680758.post-44083872112120384612016-07-22T06:00:00.000-07:002016-07-22T06:00:06.283-07:00Silver Pendants featuring Natural StonesA fun, summery streak of handmade pendants! Each cabochon featured here was made by a local cabber and then set by me. The amazonite and lapis were made specifically at my request - normally I design around an already made cabochon, but I could get maybe get used to designing and then having the cabs made....<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Beryllium opal in a handmade sterling silver setting.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kambaba jasper in a handmade sterling silver setting.</td></tr>
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I think the beryllium opal cabochon looks like a lovely sunset with the purples, pinks, and oranges in perfect layers across its surface. The kambaba jasper reminds my husband of Starry Night by Van Gogh - I can see that a bit too. I had several cabs made from the amazonite rough - it was too lovely to pass up! This one is in a more art deco/geometrical design, while the lapis is set in a more whimsical setting with a rainbow of color play in the texture from a patina. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Amazonite in a handmade sterling silver setting.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lapis lazuli in a handmade sterling silver setting with patina.</td></tr>
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Lots of summer fun! More on the way, including a couple pins. I have some really lovely stones that I look forward to designing around!<br />
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Thanks for stopping by,<br />
HannahAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474776199267940087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6736462119041680758.post-14617270683924986172016-06-24T06:00:00.000-07:002016-06-24T06:00:10.035-07:00Setting Stones in Filigree PendantsI keep going back to filigree - I love the organic, free flowing lines! This pair of pendants have "mystery" cabochons set in them. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Poppies Pendant - red jasper with filigree "petals" in sterling silver.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Thermal Pendant - sterling silver; reminds me of Yellowstone's hot springs!</td></tr>
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One is a red jasper, the other a true mystery. I purchased these cabochons years and years ago - I don't think I knew enough at the time to ask what these lovelies were! Nonetheless, they make pretty pendants.<br />
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Enjoy!<br />
HannahAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474776199267940087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6736462119041680758.post-13090834159421017682016-06-17T06:00:00.000-07:002016-06-17T06:00:23.199-07:00Rolling Mill Pendants and Handmade NeckwiresMy posts have dropped to about once a month - I've been busy adding tools, techniques, and new designs to my shop and my local artists' studio. One tool I've been playing with again is my rolling mill - I still love this alternative to etching that is chemical and waste free! Plus, it's more versatile too.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Copper pendant - patterned in a rolling mill and "painted" with fire.</td></tr>
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Here are a pair of pendants that I created with the rolling mill - another cool thing about the mill is that when you make a metal sandwich to impress your pattern, you get two imprints at the same time! I chose to use sterling silver and copper so the pendants are similar but different. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Silver pendant - patterned with a rolling mill and hammer; painted with LOS.</td></tr>
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I added additional texture to the silver pendant in the form of dots along the petals. Both the copper and the silver pendant have been patinaed for create the variation of color on their surfaces. Next, I made neckwires for both.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Completed necklace with handmade neckwire.</td></tr>
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For the copper one, I flattened one side of the copper with the rolling mill and then hand twisted the wire. For the silver one, I twisted gold-filled and sterling silver together and then finished it off with a handmade chain and clasp.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Completed necklace with handmade neckwire with chain.</td></tr>
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Until next time!<br />
HannahAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474776199267940087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6736462119041680758.post-24578298521531067932016-05-20T06:00:00.000-07:002016-05-20T06:00:25.078-07:00Art Piece - Jaguar in the JungleI have completed another wall art piece! This one features cheetah agate, a brass jaguar, and copper imprinted with leaves and ferns. Love the little details on this one!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Jaguar in the Jungle - a wall art piece about 12" long, mounted on wood.</td></tr>
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The brass outline was drawn and then hand cut from brass sheet. The copper was "etched" with my rolling mill and actual dried ferns and leaves. I love the rolling mill - no acids or other chemicals and no waste to dispose of. Plus, just look at those imprints! <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Copper - rolling mill "etching" with real leaves and ferns</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Cheetah agate - gorgeous, natural cat-like pattern!</td></tr>
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This piece has the cheetah agate slab embedded in the wood, so it is nearly flush with the surface. It's ready to find a "forever home" and be hung up!<br />
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More to come!<br />
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Thanks for stopping by,<br />
~HannahAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474776199267940087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6736462119041680758.post-26448943352903533442016-04-15T06:00:00.000-07:002016-05-18T19:08:13.418-07:00Art Piece - Castle on a Cliff<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Petrified wood slab with a handmade copper and brass scenic art frame.</td></tr>
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Newest art piece! This one is significantly smaller, but really cool, too. AND if you want to give me an opinion on it, you can win a prize here: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/silverserpentstudio/">Silver Serpent Studio on Facebook</a><br />
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About 12 inches tall and 6 inches wide - this small piece packs a punch and lots of details! The black background is painted wood with a picture hanger for mounting on a wall - it could also be displayed in one of the mini easels. The metal frame is a mixture of copper and brass - the dragon is copper with a flame patina; the waves are also copper with a genuine verdigris patina (this isn't just painted on - I went through the whole process of creating this patina over 3 days); and the frame is textured brass.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Art piece with my hand as size comparison - about 12" tall.</td></tr>
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The coolest bit about this piece, in my humble opinion, is the rock slab that I've framed. It is a polished piece of petrified wood! It looked like a scene to me, so I embellished upon it. I see a castle on a cliff with a storm raging overhead. I added in roiling waves and a dragon.<br />
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I have a small box of additional, really awesome rock slabs just waiting to be framed. Next up: cheetah agate!<br />
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Thanks for stopping by!<br />
HannahAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474776199267940087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6736462119041680758.post-7339953923937387162016-03-11T06:00:00.000-08:002016-03-11T06:00:10.580-08:00NEW Metal Bookmark Sizes!I'm so excited - I've designed two NEW bookmarks that are fully customizable! They are both available in copper, aluminum, and brass - the copper and brass can be flame patinaed too for added color.<br />
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Meet <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/270675514/the-skinny-bookmark-custom-copper-brass?ref=shop_home_active_2">The Skinny</a>:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Skinny Bookmark - copper and copper with flame patina samples.</td></tr>
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The Skinny is half size to my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/227494507/the-paperback-bookmark-custom-small-size?ref=shop_home_active_4">Paperback Bookmarks</a>. These lovelies are personalized with stamping only - names and short phrases, as well as your choice in hammer texture and ribbon tassel color.<br />
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and <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/271087288/the-shorty-bookmark-custom-metal?ref=listing-shop-header-1">The Shorty</a>:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Shorty Bookmark - brass, aluminum, and copper with flame patina samples.</td></tr>
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The Shorty is half size to my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/231492741/the-hardcover-bookmark-custom-large-size?ref=related-2">Hardcover Bookmarks</a>. These cuties are perfect for smaller artwork pieces - scene, animal, or silhouette to be determined by you and drawn up by my! Full tassel line, including leather, is available for this size.<br />
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I'm also offering <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/259755672/the-matching-set-bookmarks-custom-design?ref=related-4">matched bookmark sets</a>! Here is one set I just completed with 6 matched art bookmarks:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Matched Bookmark Set - Hardcover size, copper with flame patina.</td></tr>
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I have one more new design in the works and will hopefully unveil it soon!<br />
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Thanks for stopping by!<br />
HannahAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474776199267940087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6736462119041680758.post-71620535966940481522016-02-12T06:00:00.000-08:002016-02-12T06:00:13.360-08:00Loving Handmade Filigree!Filigree can be frustrating to made, but it is so light weight and lovely that all the extra effort seems worth it in the end! The best part, to me at least, is that each pair of earrings I create are unique! I rarely repeat designs anyway, but with so many design options out there, why limit myself to a couple?!<br />
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Here are my newest filigree earrings:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Art Nouveau Earrings - handmade filigree from sterling silver</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Art Nouveau Earrings - handmade filigree from sterling silver</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ammonite Earrings - handmade filigree from sterling silver</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ammonite Earrings - handmade filigree from sterling silver</td></tr>
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Available in <a href="http://silverserpentstudio.etsy.com/">my shop</a>, or request a custom pair made just for you!<br />
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Thanks for stopping by!<br />
HannahAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474776199267940087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6736462119041680758.post-50266548426381412542016-02-05T06:00:00.000-08:002016-02-05T06:00:17.704-08:00Art Bookmarks - Hummingbirds in Copper!Since I've introduced <a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1100074580017784.1073741838.217379101620674&type=3">Art Bookmarks</a>, I've had several requests for hummingbirds! These lively little birds are a joy to draw and color with flame - they really are vibrant with color and <u>I have yet to truly capture their beauty in photographs</u>! Still, here are some of my designs (and a dragon that snuck in there) for you to enjoy:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Hummingbird Bookmark - custom order, copper with flame patina, hardcover size.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Hummingbird and Dragon bookmarks - custom order, copper with flame patina, hardcover size.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Hummingbird Matched Set - custom order, copper with flame patina, hardcover size.</td></tr>
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Hopefully you noticed that each bookmark is unique - my art bookmarks are one of a kind, even if the subject matter is similar. Truly heirloom quality!<br />
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Which brings me to my next big announcement - <b>I will be releasing an <i>Heirloom Bookmark line</i> with additional sizes and options soon!</b> YAY! <br />
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Thanks for stopping by! You can see more of my designs on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/silverserpentstudio">Facebook </a>or <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/silverserpentstudio">Ets<span id="goog_724453281"></span><span id="goog_724453282"></span>y</a>.<br />
HannahAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474776199267940087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6736462119041680758.post-76525061648834619192015-12-04T06:00:00.000-08:002015-12-05T19:16:04.432-08:002015 Year End: A Few Final Projects<a href="http://silverserpentstudio.blogspot.com/2015/10/beaux-cadeaux-at-art-museum-of-eastern.html">Beaux Cadeaux</a> went well for me and I think I'll try it again next year! I've been out of touch because I was getting ready for the show, and then custom orders have been flying in. Yay for me and Silver Serpent Studio!<br />
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Here are a couple of the many pieces I've been working on - to see the rest of my new designs, please visit my <a href="https://www.facebook.com/silverserpentstudio/">Facebook Business Page</a> and gander through the photo albums!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Spencer Opal in Sterling Silver Wire Weave - custom order</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Art Bookmarks - copper and flame patina, original artwork </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lapis Cross and Enhancer - sterling silver, hand fabricated for lapis necklace</td></tr>
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I can't promise to post very regularly for the rest of the year, but I'm sure I'll return to posting and showing what I've been up to come the New Year!<br />
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Thanks for stopping by!<br />
~HannahAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474776199267940087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6736462119041680758.post-14438932130436033682015-10-30T06:00:00.000-07:002015-10-30T06:00:06.093-07:00Beaux Cadeaux at The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I've been madly working on new pieces and some new designs for a local artisan show at The Art Museum of Eastern Idaho called Beaux Cadeaux (beautiful gifts in French)! The show runs November 13th and 14th so I don't have a lot of time left for finishing jewelry and displays. But some good news is that after this show, I will be ready for additional shows next year without having to pull together nice displays!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Fine silver pendant from metal clay powder - my first!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Turitella at Night Pendant in sterling silver.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Mookite in rose gold-filled setting.</td></tr>
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More after the show!<br />
~Hannah<br />
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474776199267940087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6736462119041680758.post-71522809591773617712015-10-09T06:00:00.000-07:002015-10-09T06:00:07.591-07:00Introducing Golden Hues!In preparation for a local art fair, I've started working in gold-filled wire as well as sterling silver! Here are my first designs featuring yellow and rose gold hues - it's very exciting to be expanding into new metals once again.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rose Quartz Briolette Earrings in Rose Gold</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Jasper Dagger Earrings in Rose Gold</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Deep Purple Chalcedony in Yellow Gold</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lavender Beryllium Opal in Yellow Gold</td></tr>
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A little about gold-filled wire - gold-fill is NOT the same as gold-plated. There is a brass core with gold-filled wire, but the gold covering the core is THICK and won't wear away like plating does. It has the wear-ability of solid gold with a price tag similar to sterling silver! <br />
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Thanks for looking!<br />
~HannahAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474776199267940087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6736462119041680758.post-53512130492833140892015-09-25T06:00:00.000-07:002015-09-25T06:00:06.563-07:00Back to the Wire<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Crazy Lace Agate Pendant in Sterling Silver Wire</td></tr>
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I entered another juried exhibit last week - if I get in, I'll have an 8 foot x 5 foot display that I need to fill up with jewelry and artworks! BAH!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Turitella Fossil in Sterling Silver Wire, Viking Knit</td></tr>
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So, I'm busy busy busy creating bookmarks, pendants, other jewelry, and hopefully some smaller wall art in the next couple months!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Variscite Cabochon in Sterling Silver Wire</td></tr>
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I figure, even if I don't get in, it's good to keep working and expanding my skills, my stock, and the types of pieces I offer! <br />
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Thanks for stopping by!<br />
~HannahAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474776199267940087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6736462119041680758.post-10473667337875084142015-09-11T06:00:00.000-07:002015-09-11T06:00:07.070-07:00Eastern Idaho State Fair - I PLACED!I entered one of my pieces in the Eastern Idaho State Fair this year! It's the first time I've entered anything in any kind of fair, and I'm very excited to say I placed. My piece was accepted in the Fine Arts "Barn", under Professional, 3-D Based. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sea Serpent Panel - 3rd Place at the EISF!</td></tr>
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I competed with other amazing artists and look forward to challenging myself again next year! First place went to a lovely, larger-than-life bronze bust and the best in show went to a painting-style sculpture of a pair of highly detailed hands.<br />
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I can't remember the piece that won 2nd place, but I happily took 3rd with my <a href="http://silverserpentstudio.blogspot.com/2015/06/sea-serpent-art-panel-largescale.html">Sea Serpent Panel</a> hand-cut from copper, brass, and nickel! My piece was also one of the first on display as you entered the room, right on the end cap of the Best in Show pieces. It really couldn't have been better placement or a better time.<br />
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Enjoy the Fall Fairs!<br />
~HannahAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474776199267940087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6736462119041680758.post-47255708065748858892015-09-04T06:00:00.000-07:002015-09-04T06:00:00.448-07:00Peach Smoothie - a two-sided pendantThere is a little bit of a story behind this cabochon - I found a colorful shard of jasper at a local rock hound's shop (I've been working with her for about a year, now, and get to look through her stock and order custom pieces!). She couldn't remember what it was (other than jasper) or where it came from, but I decided I didn't care. I mean, look at these colors!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Peach Smoothie - a 2-sided jasper pendant</td></tr>
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The creamy peaches, pink, and lavenders enthralled me. I asked her to shape it and make it double-sided because I didn't want to cover up any of the stone. So here is the final result - a lovely pendant that can be worn with either side facing out!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Peach Smoothie - side 2</td></tr>
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I picked up another couple mystery shards, too, with awesome patterns and colors. One is all grays, the other is yellows and maroons. Each is unique and one will be mine....<br />
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Thanks for stopping by!<br />
~HannahAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474776199267940087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6736462119041680758.post-84666186953080546242015-08-14T06:00:00.000-07:002015-08-14T06:00:07.796-07:00Introducing Filigree!I've been keeping busy - making more <a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.969779053047338.1073741834.217379101620674&type=3">custom metal bookmarks</a>, designing new pendants, and coming up with a fun home decor project. More on the home decor later...but I will have my large scale <a href="http://silverserpentstudio.blogspot.com/2015/06/sea-serpent-art-panel-largescale.html">serpent panel </a>in the local state fair in a couple weeks!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sterling Silver Handmade Filigree Pendant with Genuine Turquoise.</td></tr>
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The only photos I have to show right now are of this new filigree pendant, featuring a small, genuine turquoise cabochon. I love how it turned out and already have 2 more filigree-enhanced pendants in the works.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Handmade Filigree Pendant with Turquoise - about 1.5 inches tall.</td></tr>
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The summer is quickly coming to an end and work is picking up for me - with my children, with college classes, and with my business. I will soon have a couple days a week for myself and my studio work - whoohoo!<br />
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Happy creating,<br />
~HannahAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474776199267940087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6736462119041680758.post-45017322284592612992015-07-24T06:00:00.000-07:002015-07-24T06:00:08.478-07:00Bracelets & More!I now have some of my pieces in a local shop, called The Collective Boutique - so if you are traveling through downtown Idaho Falls, ID, you see them in person! It's exciting news for me, and I need to make more pieces to keep both shops full. Not that that is a problem - I do love working with natural stones and metal!<br />
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Here are some new lovelies:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sodalite bracelet in sterling silver.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tiger iron bracelet in sterling silver.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Green agate earrings in sterling silver.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sodalite earrings in sterling silver.</td></tr>
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Thanks for looking!<br />
~SSSAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474776199267940087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6736462119041680758.post-7529255435752235912015-07-17T06:00:00.000-07:002015-07-17T06:00:03.887-07:00A Silvery SummerI continue to be busy and love every minute of it! Here are a few more pendants I've crafted recently - I've also picked up a several more cabochons that I can't wait to set including more amazonite and lapis!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Chrysocolla, azurite, and sphalerite cabochon.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Dark green jasper and sterling silver beads.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Two-sided honey onyx pendant with sterling silver and gold-filled wire.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Amazonite cabochon in sterling silver with dragonfly cutout.</td></tr>
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Thanks for looking!<br />
~SSSAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474776199267940087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6736462119041680758.post-7473836759090904252015-06-26T06:00:00.000-07:002015-06-26T06:00:05.174-07:00Sea Serpent Art Panel - Largescale MetalworkAfter a long, long time, I have finally completed this piece! It is not my largest piece, but it is my most detailed. I'm very happy with how it turned out, and thankfully my friend and patron is also ecstatic!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Serpent Art Panel - copper, brass, and nickel on knotty alder.</td></tr>
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This large panel artwork is made from copper, brass, and nickel sheet metal. The metalwork measures 4 feet tall by 16 inches wide; the knotty alder frame adds about 8 inches to the height and width. It's actually pretty light for being so large!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Serpent Panel - Metalwork is 4 feet by 16 inches.</td></tr>
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I designed the artwork around a specific size, as requested. I love the layout - panoramic photos and designs are very fun to work with! This one has three separate designs in one panel - the top and bottom and then the middle. Photos really don't do this piece justice - I managed to get a lot of color and detail in each area.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Serpent Artwork - Details of top and bottom panels.</td></tr>
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Here are some more detail shots. There are several hammer textures plus a couple different patinas doing on. Honestly, I can't wait to start the next one! It will be quite a bit smaller, but the plan is to have it just as detailed.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Serpent Panel - details showing texture and patinas found in the pieces.</td></tr>
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If you are local to the SE Idaho region, you will (hopefully) be able to see it on display in person at the SE Idaho State Fair in September!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Serpent Panel - custom piece (sold). Original artwork by Hannah Trost.</td></tr>
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Thanks for your interest!<br />
~SSSAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474776199267940087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6736462119041680758.post-85586636110540263632015-05-29T06:00:00.000-07:002015-05-29T06:00:05.889-07:00Local Boutique Items!I'm so excited - I will have a few of my pendants on display in a local boutique called <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thecollectiveboutiqueidahofalls">The Collective</a> by June 1st! The shop is for locally made artisan crafts only, and your work is juried to get in - I got in! <br />
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I've been busy getting more equipment for my studio (a kiln!), filling custom bookmark orders, designing displays, and getting packaging and tags ready for the store, so I haven't made a lot of jewelry lately, but here are a couple pieces that I finished last week:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Mariposite set in sterling silver and yellow gold-filled wire.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Petrified wood set in sterling silver and rose gold-filled wire.</td></tr>
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Thanks for stopping by!<br />
Happy Creating,<br />
SSS Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474776199267940087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6736462119041680758.post-57987989015773571022015-05-22T06:00:00.000-07:002015-05-22T06:00:05.108-07:00May's Custom OrdersThis month I had a couple of really fun custom orders! One was for a set of purple kingman turquoise cabochons and the other was for a pair of matched Australian lightning ridge opals!<br />
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This turquoise pendant features 2 of the 4 cabochons the customer had - we drew up many designs and she found this one. We're both happy with the end result!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Purple Kingman Turquoise set in sterling silver - handmade setting.</td></tr>
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The next order was for cufflinks for my customer's father's birthday - he buys jewelry for his wife quite often but never for himself. I thought it was a nice gift and was excited to work with these gorgeous opals! I didn't photograph the fire very well - they flash blue, green, and red!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Australian Lightning Ridge Opal set in sterling silver - handmade setting.</td></tr>
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I'm hoping my next post will finally show the serpent wall piece I've been working on, on and off, for over 6 months! I'm down to the finishing details!<br />
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Thanks for stopping in and happy creating!<br />
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