Studio notes and Musings

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Introducing: Susan Marling of Marling Originals

I know from my own path into metalsmithing that there is much more behind the scenes of any craft than most people realize. I'm fascinated by the process that artists...

Introducing: Susan Marling of Marling Originals

I know from my own path into metalsmithing that there is much more behind the scenes of any craft than most people realize. I'm fascinated by the process that artists...

the author ziplining through pine trees

Playing in the Treetops

I hadn't imagined a ropes course in the trees as a metaphor for my business and life in 2026, but the parallels become clear when you're on a high wire....

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Playing in the Treetops

I hadn't imagined a ropes course in the trees as a metaphor for my business and life in 2026, but the parallels become clear when you're on a high wire....

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Introducing: Sweet Meadow Knits

Introducing: Sweet Meadow Knits

As an artist and a small business owner I am passionate about supporting other artists and small businesses. I love when friends share their special finds with me, so I...

Introducing: Sweet Meadow Knits

As an artist and a small business owner I am passionate about supporting other artists and small businesses. I love when friends share their special finds with me, so I...

Stone Stories Part VI: Carnelian

Stone Stories Part VI: Carnelian

Carnelian is one of my first gemstone love affairs. I've been using it in my work from the very beginning, and I don't see myself stopping any time soon! It...

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Stone Stories Part VI: Carnelian

Carnelian is one of my first gemstone love affairs. I've been using it in my work from the very beginning, and I don't see myself stopping any time soon! It...

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Stone Stories Part V: Chrysoprase

Stone Stories Part V: Chrysoprase

Chrysoprase (pronounced kris-uh-praiz) is the green of new leaves, of Granny Smith apples, of tart spring days when the sun warms you just enough. The pure green color of Brazilian...

Stone Stories Part V: Chrysoprase

Chrysoprase (pronounced kris-uh-praiz) is the green of new leaves, of Granny Smith apples, of tart spring days when the sun warms you just enough. The pure green color of Brazilian...

Stone Stories Part IV: Tanzanite

Stone Stories Part IV: Tanzanite

Tanzanite makes me feel light and happy when I see it. These stones are like little fairy treasures! They have a beautiful violet-blue color that changes with the light.  Some...

Stone Stories Part IV: Tanzanite

Tanzanite makes me feel light and happy when I see it. These stones are like little fairy treasures! They have a beautiful violet-blue color that changes with the light.  Some...