Artistic Life

Last week I made holodets for small Russia party. Holodets (холодец)--it's one of Russian foods that Americans very frequently dislike...

Lariat necklaces are a great way to make a unique jewelry statement. A lariat necklace does not have a clasp or hook at the back of the n...

Yesterday I made this necklace. I really love this bright autumn colors. The red aventurine gem chips are combined with mix of black see...

July was a very productive month for me. I made 8 crocheted necklaces and several bracelets. Today, I finally get a chance to photograph al...

Today, Anya and I made  Birthday invitations for her Birthday Party. We decided to make our own one-of-a-kind cards :) Anya was a designer...

I did it! I took my first art (painting) class at Michael's. I choose this class long ago- Superstition Mountain in spring (where I hik...

This step by step tutorial will demonstrate how to make a personalized zig-zag greeting card.

Hello, my friends, I've got some very exciting news: next 24hours* you have a chance to save 50% on everything at AroundBeads a...

Thanksgiving Day Giveaway! If you are jewelry making lover and would like to try some of my jewelry tutorials, welcome to this giveaway ...

Are you heading to the JOGS (Tucson Expo Center) for the 2013 Tucson Gem Shows? Come take a jewelry making class with me. I have a few...