Thursday, January 29, 2009

Newest Listings

These two rings are the newest additions to my Etsy.com shop.

Hammered Ring With A Twist
Not the typical hammered ring, this sterling silver ring started as 2 wires twisted together. After forming the band an hammering it opens the twist to create a beautiful flowing pattern.


This ring was hand braided from 18 gauge sterling silver wire. Yes, the braiding for this style of ring does give me hand cramps after a while ;) It is a great style for men or women.


I have found the hardest part of what I do is the photographing and writing descriptions. I end up taking anywhere from 20-80 photos of each piece and then have the arduous task of narrowing that down to just 5. Sometimes I like more than 5 and it is hard to choose, other times I end up with only 2 or 3 that look good and I have to re-shoot them. Then there is the writing of descriptions... some days the Muses are with me and other days I just blank on what to say. But I like to think with each listing I learn a bit and that will improve future my future listings.

2 comments:

  1. Your artistry speaks for itself.

    These are beautiful.

    I have never faced the kind of marketing challenges that you and Mom have to deal with.

    What you both are creating helps me navigate rough seas.

    Thanks

    bill

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  2. Thank you, Bill.

    Marketing can be awfully tough. But with the movement of social marketing I have found it is becoming much more fun since I get to meet interesting people like you and see different points of view.

    I am glad the I have helped you navigate rough seas. And knowing WitchMom as I do I know she is glad to help too. We both like helping people and consider it time well spent.

    Ash

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