Finally, I get to share some of the arty shenanigans I have been up to…
Like new soldered pendants in my art shop.
I made a handful of them over the last of couple weeks.
Each one taking a bit of time, with attention to detail.
It was about time I got my soldering tools out again, wouldn’t you say?
I use a lead free solder with sterling silver.
Each pendant is double sided, encased in glass.
With the double side, it’s like you get two pendants really.
I soldered on 3/8″ jump rings that are a nice size, so that a person’s own chain can easily fit through.
My pearls fit through nicely.
Secret treat on the opposite side.
The pendants hang on silk ribbons…
And can be worn, used as an ornament or gifted.
Nice little gifts for you or others.
I am very generous with the solder.
I was explaining to Mister Lovee that I like to create a frosting effect with my solder.
There are no rough edges and there is a nice sculptural quality to them.
There’s that great jump ring size (3/8″).
The pendants have a nice weight to them, and are 2″ x 2″ in size.
So, for a pendant they are a nice size.
I jumped into my secret special silk ribbon stash for these.
Nothing like nice silk ribbon is there?
Below are examples of some of the backs.
I have really enjoyed making these.
They can now be found in my online art shop.
Hope you like them.
See you extra soon.
Love, V
ps:
I also whipped up a new assorted card pack…
It’s called –
Oh, that is pure bliss, Miss Vanessa! What a marvelous idea! I am a love of the art bead and have what I like to call the world’s tiniest museum in my basement! Your art beads will be added to my list! I love how you talk of your solder as ‘frosting.’ I gave up soldering long ago because of that effect, but I think that labeling it differently has a positive spin. Thank you for sharing your light and soul with the world. I hope these will be big sellers for you! Enjoy the day! Erin
Yay I was able to snatch one up!! 😉 They are all gorgeous!! Love, Lauren
Vanessa:
The pendants are absolutely gorgeous. I adore them Hope there are still a few left when I’m able to purchase!
I really love your soldering technique.
xoxo
Kim
Gerushia’s New World
Erin, you must jump back in. I go out of my way to layer it on and get that cake frosting effect. The very smooth ones, yes they are nice too, but I am partial to the flow and beads of solder frosting around like so.
When I first start making a piece, it has that really smooth finish, and I go, hmmm, no, needs more texture.
Of course, the texture has to have smooth edges, not rough or jagged at all.
😉
Thank you for being a great far away pal!! xo
Yiippppppeee Sweet Lauren!!
OOooooooo frosting on sweet sweet art! The Best Thing!
**blows kisses**
Deb
Miss Vanessa, I love. Love. LOVE these. I am so excited to see them! I went in to view and they are neary gone! 🙁 I do hope there will be more some day; or, perhaps, not all the pics are loading. I adore ‘into the fairytale forest’ and had my heart set on it. 🙂 Thank you for your continued inspiration, your presence and wonderful energy bring much happiness to my life!! 😀 <3 Heidi
Wow. just beautiful!!!! On my way to your shop!!
I love them! My Mom’s bday is coming up. I’m off to go have a look and see your pretty stuff. 🙂
Lovely! Wonderful mini materpieces on the go! I love them. Alas, the Freida was snatched up by one lucky fan.
Have a great day.
Always, Queenie
Miss Heidi, Into the Fairytale Forest is now in the shop 😉
Maybe they were not loading, there are lots to choose from, thank you for being a kindred spirit!! Love, V 😉
they are gorgeous! i love the gypsy wagon one.
love & blessings
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Oh, how wonderful Miss Vanessa. Like the frosting on the cake. You are so very talented. I love them all.
I didn’t even finish reading the post before I went straight to your shop. Just ordered Into the Fairytale Forest.
A little treat to myself that is very much needed this week.
Eek, now I’ve just read the comments that somebody else also had their heart set on the same one.
You’re too popular Miss V. xx
Hee Hee…I bought one for me <3 <3
Your new pendants are just so much fun! I love how you think of the solder as frosting! Not being a jewelry designer myself (at least not made of metal and solder!), your description takes my mind in another direction…what about a fantasy cake with silver frosting??
As usual, you are a delightful source of inspiration, Miss Vanessa!
Hugs to you!
Betty
I love them! They are really beautiful! 🙂
Wow! These are absolutely awesome! You are such a talented and wonderful woman!
So beautiful!!
I love the way you have soldered them, looks just like silver frosting 🙂
Oh! I really like that you made them double sided. You’ve been busy!
Seems like you have a hit 😉 Beautiful creations of yours that can be carried around your neck?! I can see why they’re being appreciated so well. Lovely lovely lovely!