workshop update - teaching in kentucky this fall!

  when i look back on all of the many pieces of jewelry that i've designed in the past 29 years, i think that the design i like most of all is my multi-faceted, layered bracelet/necklace wrap. i love that it features a stream of consciousness design technique, where i sit at the studio table and begin to incorporate random trinkets from the studio table, old and new. i love the wire wrapping, the hammering, the engraving, the crocheting, the stitching, the leather, the fabric, the gemstones and pearls. i love that the piece can be worn as a bracelet, or as a choker necklace; when worn different ways, the assorted components take on different highlights, as placement of focal pieces change.
  i've taught this design several times, continue to teach it with enthusiasm and bliss.  and now i'm excited to announce that for the FIRST time this year (!!), i'll be teaching this two day workshop once again, along with a one day workshop that focuses on my assorted jewelry techniques.  it's been a crazy year thus far, having spent nearly four months of it down in alabama assisting my uncle and my mother with family matters, with illness, with death (my uncle; my mother is thankfully fine).  i'm only just now getting back into a rhythm down in the studio, and when a call came from shop owner Kristen of Ephemera in Paducah, Kentucky, i was momentarily caught off guard with her request for me to come and teach.  it seemed like such a foreign concept to me, after such a long stretch.  but yes!  we've finally ironed out all of the details, and are looking forward to a lovely long weekend in october (17-19).  the last time i taught was on those dates out in california at the wonderful French General; so it seems fitting that i once again step out of my quiet zone and share the knowledge that i've accumulated and developed with those of you who wish to take a class.  (it will be my birthday, too, a good way to celebrate!).  you can click here for workshop details.  spread the word!  it will be a lovely time of year, in a lovely little town, a lovely part of the country, a lovely shop, a lovely couple of classes in which to learn.  i hope i will see you there....xxx

Comments

[Tina M.]

such fun! x

[Loretta]

So glad you are getting back to your studio time! And so sad that you are coming to Vermont - the week AFTER me. Crazy! I may have to drive up just for the day!!

[Kim]

I love your designs, too, Nina. I still want to get you over to the U.K.

[Ann S]

I've just been introduced to your work through another blog. I'm so glad! It's lovely.

[Lola Mayberry]

Nina, I absolutely love your jewelry and am new to jewelry making. I live in southern Illinois and will be taking your October 17th class in Paducah. October 17th is also my Birthday, what a wonderful way to spend it, with you learning fun and beautiful techniques. I have been to Ephemera for 3 other classes and have enjoyed each one. Looking forward to meeting you in October.

[Jenny Hanson]

Oh how I wish I could travel to the US...or you could travel to Australia...sigh. Lucky people learning with you in October, one can only dream x