Getting Stoned

I know what you are thinking, especially with me living in Colorado, and the new version of “the Rocky Mountain high”, but it is DEFINITELY NOT THAT. It’s just a fun play on words I couldn’t resist.

You all know I have taken up making silver jewelry. So for me, the term getting stoned means I have been busy buying a whole bunch of new stones to turn into jewelry. I have been getting many different types and colors of stones too. I love color and I love bling. Since I am still a baby jewelry maker, and have not taken my lapidary classes yet, I am still getting mostly cabochon cut and polished stones. Soon that will change though, once I take my lapidary classes. All the stones I have are already in the planning stages for new pieces of jewelry. I have lots and lots of ideas. Too many thoughts and ideas and not nearly enough time. 🙂 I am on a little hiatus now though, because my jewelry school is closed for a bit for remodeling and renovations. It should open up again in a few weeks.

Here is my current stone collection, though it is constantly growing and ever changing.

Amazonite

Bloodstone

Chinese Turquoise – you have already seen my Chinese Turquoise pieces.

Dalmation Stones

Green Tree Agate

Lapis Azuli

Malachite and Krysolite. One of these stones I got while in Portugal.

You’ve already seen my Malachite and fresh water pearl earrings too.

Moss Agate

Red Jasper

You seen my 1st box ring and my first pendant, both made from Red Jasper too.

Snowflake Obsidian

Sodalite

Striped Green Agate

Tiger’s Eye

Veralite

This is going to look so pretty once it is cut and polished.

These all are already earmarked for specific projects, but I have lots more ideas and projects in my mind, just waiting to get made as well. Like I said, I love color and I have a VERY active imagination, so I have lots of projects to work on in the upcoming future. So ….. I guess, I will continue to get “stoned” for the foreseeable future. 🙂

Have a great day and make everyday great. Life is short. Make the most out of everyday. Live life to the fullest and enjoy the ride. Never stop learning or growing. That’s what keeps us young and alive. ‘Til next time.