Gotta HAND it to you!

There are so many fun and inspiring quotes with the word "HAND" but this is one that inspires me:

When I first heard Christine Caine founder of The A21 Campaign, I knew I had to get involved! Chris is such a dynamic speaker, her passion and drive motivated me to find a way to help support The A21 Campaign.

Hand created Etched Cuff, a new and different design from my signature coin pieces!

"Hands"

I have always enjoyed making things by HAND and loved creating unique pieces of art with lots of mediums! I have tried my HAND at sewing, painting, quilting, decoupage, beading, and even basket weaving! 

 I also have traveled alot! What does that have to do with anything? Well, since I visited so many places, I ended up with lots of coins from many countres. Why not use what I had on Hand! So I put together jewelry with coins and began selling the pieces which allowed me to give to The A21 Campaign!

Let me introduce you to The A21 Campaign, please take a moment and watch this. Then you'll know why I am supporting this worthy cause!

You know, it's not about the jewelry ..it's about the one...the one you can help! Just lend a HAND! Check out www.thea21campaign.org to find out what you can do!

Now you know what inspired me to start up HeavenCent Gifts...I'm HANDing it off to you..what inspires you & are you ready to lend a Hand?!

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Psst! A Little Birdie told me...

Spring is in the Air!

That means Sunny days, Outside Adventures,

Cherry Blossoms and Spring Cleaning!

Yep! Time to clean out your closet!

Wardrobe Change!

Spring is all about showing a little skin!

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• Off the shoulder tops are trending!

• Be a little Flirty! Add Fringe!

• Lingerie and Lace are in!

• Stripes and Whites are a must have!

• Pile on the Pleats!

Don't forget your accessories!

Dangling & Dainty! The perfect earrings to compliment your Spring Style!

Light weight, with each move they draw attention!

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Be the first to have a pair from HeavenCent Gifts! Add to your cart.

That's what's springing forth in fashion!

What's your "Go-To" spring outfit?

Which fashion trend will you add to your closet?

Oh and about that Little Birdie...

With the purchase of this Spring Ring you will receive

a Springtime bonus -this matching coffee mug!!

Great way to start your Spring Shopping!

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"Tooling" Around!

Just a quick note about tools!

Have you ever heard the phrase  “You’re such a tool” ?  Well, it’s not a compliment!

…it commonly means you’re being used and don’t even know it!

A few of my tools!

 Whether or not my tools realize I’m using them doesn’t really matter, what matters is, that I know how to use them!!   As I work creating jewelry I am learning more about tools!  In fact I have just as much fun using gizmos and gadgets as I do creating my pieces!!

Most of my tools are made for specific purposes, but every now and then my imagination and/or need gets the best of me and I use what I have to get the job done!!   Take the rolling pin….you may think it’s purpose is to roll out perfect dough,  or possibly use it like Daisy Duck when she tries to make a point!! 

But if you’re a designer who thinks outside the box, a rolling pin is perfect for forming bracelet cuffs!

What about Cuttle Fish bone-- think it’s only for feeding the birds?

Silver Ruby Ring from Cuttlebone cast

Nope!   It makes the perfect mold for casting unique pieces with a natural design!

 I won’t tell you how I use coconut shells or hydrogen proxide!

Just” tools of the trade”!

So I ask you “What are your tools of the trade?” 

What do you use to create something beautiful?

It could be as simple as your smile! Use what you have!  The perfect tool of the trade!

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It's a process..

Isn't it funny how you start with one idea and end up with something totally different!  That happens to me so many times that I know my initial idea is only that-- an idea! The outcome is so much better! 

I've been taking a wonderful Metal & Silver Smithing class with the idea of getting better at my soldering skills.  Like I said it was only an idea...then  I was introduced to Etching!! 

My creations!

I put down my torch and put on my gloves! I love this ! There is a method to my madness and timing to this technique!  It's not  a quick process! You start with your designs, there's alot of transfering from  paper then to metals. Then comes working with yucky etching solvent (rubber gloves will be your favorite piece of clothing or you'll end up with a jeweler's manicure, which means you'll have gnarly fingernails and dried up hands! ) Next is cleaning, sanding, filing, shaping and powder coating & more cleaning and finally more filing !  I have tried to find short cuts but I have learned there is joy in the journey!

Transferring designs

Ready for powder coating

Finished cuffs, with powder coating and without

With each step I can see glimpses of what's to come...a unique piece of art!  Well worth all the time, work and energy !  So whatever journey you're on remember "It's a Process and You Are Well Worth All The Time, Work and Energy As You too, Become a Unique Piece of Art!

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