Shimmer Beads Design Valinda Davey

I have always love using my hands as a tool. After we relocated I decided to stay home with my children. Nothing is more rewarding than being able to do as much as you can for your family. I started selling online to bring in an extra income with my children's boutique. Although I loved it and found that I was still lacking the fun spirit we all want to have when we work. I ventured into a new wor

ld and started studying and learning the craft of making jewelry. For 2 years I strictly sold jewelry supplies which I love and still do. I have found my passion is Czech Glass and Gemstone. I tend to have a desire for metal as well. Vintage items such as bead or metal I am always on the lookout. I love seeing what I can restore or re-invent. My True passion is copper. There is absolutely no other metal for me that compares to its beauty. Not that I don't like other metals. I just love the unique colors copper can bring. Which led me to enameling. Wow is all I can say. I love torching and can not get enough. The torch really is addictive isn't it? Leading me down the road to molted glass. Being creative, I find it very relaxing and very rewarding. Each day I look forward to seeing what I can design next. Published in Color of the month - Shimmer Sticks, as featured in Artisan Jewelry Times, March 2016 issue
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