Blog — san francisco artist

I've finally gotten my holiday show schedule up on the Compass Rose Design Jewelry events page, just in time! I also celebrated my one year anniversary working with Modern Eden in North Beach, San Francisco!There was a recent article "All That Authenticity May Be Getting Old" in the New York Times which essentially stated that handmade just another fad. Below is the photo and some of the supporting evidence presented in the article:"Major retailers sell vintage or handmade objects, or produce items with that look. Clockwise from top left: artisan-made felt ornaments and a mass-produced mug adorned with an owl,...

I'm really grateful for the community aspect of this work. I adore the hours of time alone with my ideas, trays of old keys and cameos, soldering, weaving with metal. But I LOVE show season - the summer months that stretch into fall where I appreciate both my amazing customers and the clever organizers of events and marketplace craftiness. The marketplace interaction - direct from maker to appreciator, whether bread or a bracelet - is one of the oldest community interactions in this human family. I've gotten back into cameos. They are quite an investment on my end, but I...

Hooray for Heather from Heathered wallets - whose recommendation landed me a spot on the shelf at the Green Zebra, at the Crocker Galleria in San Francisco.I got there on farmers market Thursday - it's simply luscious to have the produce in the middle of the financial district - and prices to match.We set up a selection of women's and men's items. With all those fancy suits walking around - I'd love to see some of my upcycled watch cuff links on them!Here are some of the Heathered selection at Green ZebraGreen Zebra brings back all my memories of working...

Come indulge in my steampunk necklaces, neo victorian adornments and a world of luscious accessories in the first trunk show of the year!Looking for that last-minute Valentine's day gift for your sweetie? Look no further than Big Umbrella Studios' trunk show "Last-Minute Handmade Love!"Saturday, Feb.12 & Sunday, Feb. 13 from 12-5pmBig Umbrella Studios, 906 1/2 Divisadero St., SF, 94115www.bigumbrellastudios.comFeaturing some of the most awesome handmade artisans from around the Bay, don't miss your chance to find the perfect gift that you've been holding out for at this two-day show.Saturday, browse the magical wares of Nerd Jerk, Heathered, Compass Rose Design,...