Monthly Archives: March 2011

Today was spent at the NEC meeting and talking to lots of interesting people. Some were involved with my other job and others were exhibitors. There was a fantastic display of handmade costumes from France and lots of stalls with … Continue reading →

Every so often, we tutors have to be observed teaching, luckily my ‘observer’ chose to come when I was teaching my favourite technique. Making a button bracelet involves learning how to open and close jump rings which is relatively easy. … Continue reading →

Friday is ‘Retail Therapy’ day in our house. So on Red Nose Day I decided to take my camera with me to the Westfield Centre in Derby. I didn’t see anyone doing anything to do the Comic Relief, but we … Continue reading →

I love teaching piano! I can’t believe that I’ve been teaching it for over twenty years and it all started from a chance conversation with a neighbour. She found out that I played the piano and her daughter wanted lessons … Continue reading →

Once you mastered how to make a ‘Simple Loop’ in jewellery, the world, as they say, ‘is your oyster’. Using a headpin and two different types of pliers, everyone succeeded in making some stunning earrings and pendants. Jo missed last … Continue reading →

Today I attended a talk at The Quad hosted by the Guardian Picture Desk as part of Format Festive currently taking place in Derby. It was a great opportunity to learn what it’s like to choose the images that are … Continue reading →

The challenge today was to make a bracelet with texture and attach findings in a neat and tidy way. Jo’s bracelet did just that and she finished first! Love the colours – click on the image to view full size.

Every Tuesday I attend a tap class, which is great fun and a great way to exercise. Occasionally we take part in Festivals and such like. Today we entertained the visitors at the Women’s Day Celebrations at The Roundhouse in … Continue reading →

Thrilled to have this picture in the paper today, made up for not being able to attend the Format Festival Conference as I was teaching this morning. I’ve since read lots of articles about the day, so have a good … Continue reading →

It’s always exciting starting a new Jewellery Class. I had 8 enthusiastic, lovely ladies arrive for this evening class. I always start with a relatively easy project that will be completed in the two hours. This Friendship bracelet is one … Continue reading →