Russian Filigree

Rio Grande's most recent edition of "For the Love of Jewelers"
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Defying Genres (Though Perhaps Not Defying Technology)

First, a warm welcome to the many new people who joined my newsletter this week, and as always my deep appreciation to all my subscribers, many of whom go back more than 10 years. May this twice monthly space provide inspiration for all your aspirations. Second, a big oops tonight because instead of this newsletter…

Caran d'Ache watercolor pencils - Victoria Lansford
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The Drawing feeling of Hiraeth

One of my new favorite words is Hiraeth [hee-REY-eth], a Welsh word that I learned this past spring. Hiraeth lacks an exact English counterpart. It refers to the a yearning for or missing of a space or geography. It comes with a mixture of wistfulness, sadness, grief, and nostalgia for an ideal place of the…

Three Ariadne’s Thread bracelets with natural peach, white or purplish blue pearls; photo by Pat Vasquez-Cunningham
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10% Off – Last Chance Before Christmas

All artwork, books, tools, and DVDs upgraded to Priority Mail if ordered by Dec 18. Get 10% OFF on Art Jewelry, Art Prints, Books, DVDS, & Eastern Repousse & Chasing Tools Use code BETTER2021 AT CHECKOUT to see discount pricing. And so much more!!! SALE ENDS DECEMBER 30, 2020.

Sekhmet in Eternity archival print from Giving Voice by Victoria Lansford
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Here’s to a More Beautiful 2021…at 10% Off + Online Workshops

With 2020 being, well…2020’d, we could all use more beauty in this crazy world. Take the drama out of gift giving this year with archival prints of whimsical creatures and divine figures delivered for you. And get 10% off while you’re at it. Hey, maybe give one to yourself! Or give someone you love some…