Keyhole Necklace

 

      It has been a while since I have posted anything on my blog.  It has been a rough year but is close to ending and has not turned out so bad after all.  Kevin (spouse) is doing really well and has made it past his three surgeries for prostate cancer.  I am also finally feeling like I am going to have a good recovery from my spinal surgery that I had earlier this year.  I think sometimes life forces you to slow down and take a look at what is really important and what really matters.  I am in the process of simplifying my life. I think if I get rid of at least half of what I own then I will not have as much to clean and take care of.  I have been busy sending stuff to goodwill and giving things away.
     I made these little keyhole necklaces earlier in the year and have parted with a few of them.  I gave some to friends.  I am in the process of working on some new ideas and will try and post some before the new year.  I have a few days off and am looking forward to spending time with family.

Handmade Leather Journals

I received these cute little presents in the mail today.  I love the packaging, with handmade paper tags they are just adorable.  I did not want to open them until I took some pictures.  See the next picture for some of the most adorable little leather journals I have ever seen.  The artist is on Etsy and I met her earlier this summer at the Cache Valley Gardeners market here in Utah,  You can find her shop at www.etsy.com/shop/enbe.

I love the handmade papers.  They are all so different and beautiful.  It is hard to want to use them because they are so special.  I ordered one earlier this year and gave it to a dear friend.  I am going to keep one and give two away for presents.  I just can't decide which one I want, maybe I will have to keep them all.

Soldered Jewelry Class

 

I am looking forward to teaching classes on how to make soldered jewelry. The focus will be on creating square, round, and oval bezels for use in jewelry.  We will also be learning how to use resin  I will be teaching two classes on Saturday, October 9th &16th at Hobby Lobby in Layton from 9am-4pm.  I will be sending out an email to everyone who signed up, please register early as there is not going to be much space.   Just send me an email or call me to sign up (801) 560-1365.  Leave a message if you cannot get a hold of me and I will call you back.  I will not have access to the intranet for about a week so be patient and I will contact you.  To register please indicate your name, phone number, email address and  the date you want to take the class and  send your check for $75.00 to:

Denise Petersen

P.O Box 562

Bountiful, UT 84010

I look forward to meeting everyone for this fun event.