Rusted Studio

New Polymer Clay

2011-06-24T20:05:00.001-07:00

I've been working on some new clay jewelry--each piece is hand finished with paints and glazes to give it an aged look.

Rings...Rings..Rings...

2010-10-12T06:33:00.000-07:00

Isn't it all about the rings lately? If you have one that really makes a statement, it's all you really need, right?

My favorite of the bunch

2010-10-12T06:31:00.000-07:00

...is this resin pendant. I discovered these bezels from a woman who lives in Israel-I love making something that's truly one-of-a-kind!

Some new pictures! (finally)

2010-10-12T06:28:00.000-07:00

I've been playing around with my son's camera this morning--have some pictures of new things that I've been working on. Here goes......

Welcome Stampaway Students!

2010-05-04T13:53:00.000-07:00

Thanks so much for visiting my blog! I'm delighted to be teaching again at Stampaway this year! If you're considering one of my classes, I guarantee you, you won't be disappointed. Also, I'm planning some really special giveaways and surprises in my classes this year, so I promise that each and every one will walk away happy--that's always my personal goal!

See you in August,
Lori

Rusty Tin collage

2009-12-31T15:48:00.000-08:00

I found these rusty tins online and they've been sitting at my studio for 6 months. The tin is highlighted with white paint, and sits atop a painted canvas. I scrubbed off most of the black paint, and it almost looks like aged denim. Love that look. I used 3M mounting tape to give a 3D effect, and again used a Paper Whimsy image. That girl has the most haunting look.....

Watercolors

2009-12-31T15:44:00.000-08:00

More of Paper Whimsy's images. These are called "Sandies", which are vintage images that have had the background removed (or sanded off). The idea is you can 'fill in' with whatever media suits you....here, I used watercolor pencils, and highlighted with gel markers. Lots of possibilities, no?

Fickle Collection

2009-08-29T18:35:00.000-07:00

Ok, so this is the hot ticket item at Rusted Studio right now. Maybe it's because the price point is "recession proof" at $23 retail, or the fact that, for that price, you get 3 different looks! It's a magnetic base hung on a black rubber cord, nestled in a cool little tin. On top, you get 3 magnetic buttons, which snap on and off the base. (So you can indulge your Fickle tendencies).

Right now, Hey Daisy has been keeping me busy with orders for their 3 local stores--their buyer, Sarah, says they're flying off the shelves! And I'm in the process of finding a buyer or two in either the Milwaukee or Madison area.

Floral Charm Necklaces

2009-07-29T12:07:00.000-07:00

Ok, I'm not much of a pink girl, but I have to say, I'm loving the pink lately! I found these vintage lucite charms, and added grungy dangles and other found and vintage objects.

Flutter By Pendants

2009-04-28T12:16:00.000-07:00

These are laser wood cuts of vintage butterfly images...the detail is really incredible. I didn't even feel that they needed any altering. And they're as lightweight as the real thing. Hung on a vintage brass chain, they're a simple statement that spring has finally arrived!

A rose is a rose......

2009-04-27T18:33:00.000-07:00

Just in time for summer: I found these cast resin flowers from a wholesaler in China. They took a few weeks to arrive, but I think it was worth the wait. I've never seen anything like them...the detail is incredible, and they're so lightweight, but at the same time seem really durable. I've been having fun combining them with beaded Swarovski chain. Now I can't wait to get more!

Double Bezel Necklaces

2009-04-26T14:32:00.000-07:00

I found these bezels from a supplier in India...the cost and shipping nearly killed me, but I think the end result is pretty cool. And my 'source' doesn't yet have a lot of U.S. customers, so I like that they're nearly one-of-a-kind.

Open Door Necklaces

2009-04-19T12:03:00.000-07:00

These are real, live 19th Century vintage keys, on a long steel chain, adorned with Swarovkski crystals and sterling silver spacer beads. I love the irony of combining found objects with finer elements. Whenever I wear one of these, I always get comments. It's so intriguing to think about where these keys came from...was it a beloved cedar wedding box, or the key to a secret room in a farmhouse? If they could talk, oh the stories they'd tell.......

The Un-Charm Bracelet and Vintage Flower Ring

2009-04-19T11:48:00.000-07:00

I'm not much of a charm bracelet gal, but I've created one I love. Vintage crystals and charms on an interwoven steel chain that has a real industrial feel to it. In the center is a vintage flower that I set into a ring base.

2009 New Collections

2008-06-12T11:01:00.000-07:00

I'm really excited about two completely new lines that I've been developing over the winter. First, my Talisman Necklaces. Scroll down for more views. The Garden Gate Collection features aged brass charms with a verdigris patina. Within the next couple weeks, I'll post some pictures of other new collections that are in the works as we speak!