Winner, Winner, Chicken Dinner!

Ok, it is time to announce the winner of my necklace naming contest. And the winner is...drumroll please.....

Mermaiden Creations!!

The name ideas that you all provided were great! I loved reading them. There seemed to be a theme of moon, sun, blood. That is very understandable from the style of the necklace. But, the one entry that made me stop in my tracks and gasp was Mermaiden's. She said:

"Sorry, my friends, this piece is called 'Initiation'. Oh yes it is."

Oh yes it is, my dear mermaid friend. The shadow filled images that are invoked with that word are the perfect bit of mystery that I was looking for.

So, "Initiation" it is. Thanks to everyone who offered their suggestion. Oh, and I would like to extend a special prize to my fellow Fantasy Artist Team Member "K" from The Haunted Studio Under the Stairs. His name idea was "Heche en Mexico". For him I have a swift kick in the arse.

This Week in the Studio...and a Contest...

What a busy week!! I am desperately trying to stock up for summer art shows in the midst of kids, teaching jewelry classes, and having a new roof put on our house. I am so excited about our beautiful old home getting a new roof! I shall post pictures as it moves along. Here is a sneak peak at some of the beauties that I will be listing in my Etsy shop this week.

"Quite Contrary" made almost entirely from vintage bits and baubles that I have found on my treasure hunts.

Copper and vintage blue pearl adjustable ring

Steampunk rings

Unnamed sterling silver and red crystal necklace~ what is your name idea?

**Edited 3-22-10**

I've decided to turn this into a small contest! Post your name ideas here for my sterling silver and red crystal necklace and if I pick your name, I'll send you a handmade adjustable copper ring with your choice of bead colors!