Breast lumps and keeping busy.

Have just had my annual mammogram (I have them every year because I'm prone to cysts) and I still have lots of cysts but there's also a lump that looks a bit different. So I have to have a biopsy, which I've also had before so I'm keeping positive and keeping busy. This is one of those times when been a crafty craft maker is a good diversion technique. Here's the latest offerings, again using recycled copper that my brother in law gives me from his spouting jobs.

Latest installment!

YAY, my latest jewellery making installment. Am really pleased with how these turned out and they were much quicker than anything I've done before. Must be getting the hang of this jewellery making mallarky!!! It also helps to make multiple items along the same theme.

Dare to dream

Tumble Weed Glass Pendant
Originally uploaded by Jewels By Renee

"What you believe you can be is what you'll become". Nita Leland, The Creative Artist. This may have been stated so many times in slightly different ways but it is really true. The glass in this pendant started its life as a car windscreen, protecting the drivers eyes from the wind and insects! Now it will end its days as a unique adornment that beautifies its wearer. Sadly it can also work in a negative way too so that we sometimes hold ourselves back with the underestimation of our own talents and abilities. So my challenge is dare to dream a better reality for yourselves and with enough 'will power' it might just come true. If you like this recycled (upcycled) piece of wearable art please feel free to stop by my Etsy shop - www.RenJewels.etsy.com

I love Wednesdays!

Who would have thought Wednesday nights would make me so happy. I am finally doing something I've dreamed about for years and it's like salve for the soul. I am doing jewellery making nightclasses with a retired jeweller and I love it. These are photos of my latest creation. A silver and copper brooch (and I even made the brooch pin from scratch!) Not only am I making jewellery but I get to hang out with one of my dearest friends who is also doing it with me. It's official...Wednesday nights are my favourite time of the week! If you want to visit me to see what other crafty things I've been up to (felting is my other crafty love) call by http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5544405