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Kityikana: April 2008

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I got a few of these brass bangles a few months ago. The intention was to add some charms to it so they made a tinkling noise. then I realised I could make a necklace too. so I did. Surprising, huh? I do like it though, the bangle is large, so the circle sits nicely on the chest. The Maori people of New Zealand believe that fish hooks, called Hei Matau. Represent strength and determination and brings peace, prosperity and good health. They also provide safe journey over water. Subscribe to: Posts (Atom).

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Kityikana: June 2008

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You know those blog entries you read that go "omg my poor blog I have you so abandoned etc etc etc"? Well, just pretend you're reading one of those again, k? It's not like I've not had time to update, or not like I've nothing to say (I'm working on something super secret shhh). It's just that I've been having too much fun! Two people read my blog. Terrible stats, huh? So you're each getting a bracelet. *nod*. Subscribe to: Posts (Atom). Photo albums of available pieces. Send Kityikana an email.

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Kityikana: December 2009

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Subscribe to: Posts (Atom). Photo albums of available pieces. Send Kityikana an email. Stuff about my life. Stuff about my husband. This is a Flickr badge showing public photos from tilaneseven. Make your own badge here. Tim McFarlane 365 Project. Philadelphia, United States. I like jewellery; I like making it, wearing it, touching it, teaching it. I like jewellery. View my complete profile. Older stuff about me.

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When I went to New Zealand in 2003 I spent some time window shopping at the local bead shop and I have a very clear memory of the wall full of shell stuff - beads and leaves and all sorts of bits and pieces. T'was wonderful, and I can't help but go back to that moment every time I see the shell carvings available for jewellery making. Oooh, that's gorgeous! And I absolutely love the presentation, with the book underneath. July 3, 2008 at 12:41 PM. Thanks babe - got any birthdays coming up?

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Kityikana: May 2010

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Subscribe to: Posts (Atom). Photo albums of available pieces. Send Kityikana an email. Stuff about my life. Stuff about my husband. This is a Flickr badge showing public photos from tilaneseven. Make your own badge here. Tim McFarlane 365 Project. Philadelphia, United States. I like jewellery; I like making it, wearing it, touching it, teaching it. I like jewellery. View my complete profile. Older stuff about me.

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Kityikana: July 2008

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This is my newest fish hook; I was having difficulties getting it crispy shiny, so I decided to go the other way, and I gotta say. I love it! It looks like it's been put through the ringer and come through the other end with a wealth of knowledge. Sometimes it takes me longer than anticipated to finish something, and then I do finish it and the satisfaction is amazing! I believe I first mentioned the Maori fish hooks here. Don't show your face if you're frowning! For example: did you know that the solder...

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Kityikana: August 2008

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Each day I see more and more things available for sale on etsy. Jewellery section) which are evidently manufactured, and not designed and made by hand. Not only is it disheartening for those of us trying to sell things we've designed and made ourselves, it dilutes the value of the site. Ditto for the manufactured diamond rings available. On a lighter note, after years of making jewellery, I finally have some of my things in a store - a high end jewellery store on Walnut Street in Philadelphia. Woot!

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Kityikana: February 2008

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Yesterday I forced myself to sit at the desk and make something. It's been almost 2 whole months since I last finished anything; sometimes it's hard to maintain the momentum and the fact is that the less I do, the less I want to do. It's also a first step in reconciling my mind with the notion of repeat designs versus one of a kind. It's not realistic, really, to continue with the strict "one of a kind" concept, not if I want to make money out of this - and right now, it's not a want, it's a need. I like...

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Kityikana: December 2008

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Nephrite jade, serpentine, pearls, silver. You know what the problem with winter is? Apart from the whole "it's so cold I can't tell if my nose is still attached to my face" type thing, I mean). The problem is layers. One wears a jumper and a jacket and a coat and a scarf and whatever else. and by the time you walk out the door that great necklace you put on is hidden and nobody can see it. The solution is thusly:. Did you choose a Christmas present for yourself yet? Maybe it's time to start looking.