A bit of a set back

I must admit that I am having some trouble with the Bipolar 2 Disorder and the Fibromyalgia.  That seems to be slowing down my productivity.  I hope you all stay connected to me.  This happens every once in a while.  Continue to check out by Helen Jewelry , Watches by Helen , Helen's Light Readings I hope you are all doing well.

How's Business?

My jewelry making has been interesting of late.  I started stamping metal blanks and making them into earrings.  I am liking the way they are coming out and people are actually buying them!  I am going to try and start making necklaces.  I am going to start using a hydrochloric acid called Silver Black which will tarnish only the areas that I want tarnished.  I have been using perm marker but have heard that wears away.  I was thinking about using Liver of Sulfur but have heard the smell is awful and I get migraines from awful smells...even from not so awful smells.  Liver of Sulfur lasts the best. But I will settle for Silver Black.  Here are some of the first I made:

I have been also selling readings on Tophatter.  Simple 3 card readings, past, present, and future.  The hardest part is arranging a time we can both talk on the phone.  But I do give them the auction of email readings.

Hi everyone. Jewelry Diva just included a pair of my earring in her wonderful treasury.  Here is where you can see it.  You can visit Jewelry Diva at her awesome shop.  Her jewelry is elegant yet fun.  She seems to really have an eye for what catches other people's eye.  Go to the treasury and favorite it.  Comment and say Helen sent you.  Let's give her some luv.

Jewelry Diva has such imaginary work.  Go look!

Treasured!

My earrings got included in a Treasury!  You can go to Baskets by Rose where she has handwoven baskets.  Who Does this anymore?!  She is amazing!  Look at this:

How does she do it?  I am not sure but her talent is rare.  Visit her shop!

Chrysalis Designs

This weeks Featured Artisan is Regina Plummer McDonald, better known as Gina, owner and designer at Chrysalis Designs by RM. Gina has beautiful creations and are all true works of art! You can find Chrysalis Designs on:


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This Weeks Featured Artisan is Chainmaille by MBOI
Chainmaille is an ancient art that dates back before the 5th century.  The process involves interweaving rings of various sizes into intricate patterns to create wearable metal art.  In ancient times, chainmaille served the useful purpose of protecting soldiers in battle; but, since there are very few jousting matches happening on modern streets, chainmaille has evolved into wearable art.  ChainmailleByMBOI creates pieces using a variety of metals including Sterling Silver, Copper, Aluminum, Brass, and Bronze.  Almost any pattern that you see can be created from a different metal so if you don’t see exactly what you are looking for, please don’t hesitate tocontact us and we will be happy to begin a special order for you.


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This weeks Featured Artisan is Tracy Cornell - The Handmade Soap Company (formerly Braggin' Rights Bath) Indulge yourself in luxury with these wonderful bath and body products!

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