i've enjoyed making these, so so much. hammering each letter by hand, reading the word as it slowly appears in the silver, and again after i've tarnished and then polished the discs again is like working with wordly magic. it is magic, there in my fingers, and a joy. thank goodness! i was beginning to wonder if i'd be able to get back into the swing of things, after being dormant for so long. words as ornament - my mantra, i think, for going on twenty five years. this newest line of intention pendants celebrates the act of stepping out, of taking chances, of being brave, of new beginnings, new chapters, new new new. there is a working compass, nestled in one of my bezels, in brass. it can be a scary thing to set out for new horizons; we've all done it, we've all been frightened of the unknown, the unseen. i feel that my life is one big question mark these days; at least it isn't dull. never. not mine.
anyway - head on over to my little etsy shop and see if you might find a word that fits your state of mind. (my mouth, and my dentist, will thank you ;))
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Narrative Jewelry by Nina Bagley
My Etsy Shop
Ellen's Eggs
- Ellen's Eggs
Allow me the pleasure of showcasing my talented sister Ellen's lampwork glass eggs - once you've held them in your hand, you'll be wanting a whole basketful of them.....
Workshops
- Valley Ridge Art Studio
All Wrapped Up Bracelet and Necklace Wraps (3 day workshop) 1. June 8-10, 2012 2. June 11-13, 2012 - Art and Soul Retreat - Portland
October 3-6, 2012 - Red Thread Retreat
October 25-29, 2012
voracious luxuries
obsessions
- Cathy Cullis
i find much joy in the words and art and connection with/of my london friend Cathy Cullis; her embroidered artwork, her dolls, her drawings and poetry all make me gasp. go take a look for yourself - you'll see what i mean. - Julie Whitmore Pottery
Julie's pottery is whimsical and dear - a true reflection of her beautiful spirit, and i have amassed quite a little collection of cups, tiny plates, a bowl with a robin holding a forget me not in its mouth. be careful, though - her work is addictive! - Kate Phillips - painting, vessels
check out kate's beautiful prints, and her really wonderful little torso vessels. kate is from scotland, living in san francisco, and i am beyond smitten with everything she creates... - Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe - Asheville
my favorite bookstore - an independent one, of course, and in downtown asheville. go inside, have a cup of soy chai latte, and browse amongst the extensive collection of poetry, fiction, and art books for as many hours as you can spare...
These are beautiful. So happy you are enjoying your lovely surroundings with that sweet doggie! Thinking of you! Jamie V in MT
Posted by: Jamie V | August 13, 2011 at 07:30 PM
lovely pendants Nina! I've marked one as a favorite already =-)
Posted by: Monica | August 13, 2011 at 07:46 PM
BTW: I love the new banner picture - very pretty!
Posted by: Monica | August 13, 2011 at 07:47 PM
I'm wild about the strength of design and the straightforwardness of these new pieces.
xxx
julie
Posted by: Julie Whitmore | August 13, 2011 at 10:41 PM
How fortuitous! Robin Dudley-Howes and I (both in this last AAJ class of yours) were talking about you today; she was teaching a wire-working class I took in Orange County. I passed around one of your necklaces and we told everyone to come look for your blog. I'm glad to see you back in the saddle, so to speak!
Posted by: Diana B | August 13, 2011 at 11:31 PM
Love your new banner Nina, and also your profile pic :-)
Posted by: Greta | August 14, 2011 at 03:25 AM
I knew that you would get back to creating your wonderful jewelry eventually. Creating is such a integral part of you, and me , and I am so very glad that it feels so right for you!!! Bravo!!!! Onward and upward and hears to never dull and boring!!!!
Posted by: Elizabeth Woodford | August 14, 2011 at 01:00 PM
Nina -- These are brilliant.
Posted by: Mary G. | August 14, 2011 at 03:35 PM
love the word "onward". love it in jewelry:)
Posted by: Diane | August 14, 2011 at 06:11 PM
I love the celebration behind these beauties.
Posted by: Seth | August 14, 2011 at 09:26 PM
Love the 'onward' pendant! :)
Posted by: Judy H. | August 14, 2011 at 11:19 PM
Just gorgeous! I love the simplicity of the hammered metal discs.
Posted by: Michelle Brown | August 15, 2011 at 12:41 AM
ooohhhhh....lovelies! :) sometimes finding direction is something akin to deciding which way to walk after the tornado spits you out...you know which road to follow... ;) hugs xo
Posted by: Tina in McLeansville | August 15, 2011 at 08:23 AM
You ARE the definition of onward!
Posted by: vickie long | August 15, 2011 at 05:04 PM
These are wonderful...off to shop.
Posted by: sandy | August 15, 2011 at 08:25 PM
are you kidding?
you still wake up in the morning
with the same wonderful gift,it won't leave you.
these are great!
:)
Posted by: connie | August 16, 2011 at 09:50 PM
I've been away and am just catching up. Love seeing you creating again. Yes yes yes.
Sending light and peace across the miles....
Posted by: Liz | August 17, 2011 at 02:57 PM
i think you should celebrate with a little something from Secret Lentil! was just in there the other day & bought a GORjus skirt...thought of you!
linda e
Posted by: LindaE | August 21, 2011 at 06:49 AM
Nina, consider taking Walter with you. Breckenridge is incredibly dog friendly. My daughter lives there and I intend on telling her that you will be there and to stop in and say hi. Breckenridge and surrouding areas are beautiful.
Posted by: shannon | August 21, 2011 at 09:41 AM