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Daffodils are multiplying in the shop. 3 copper handmade flowers are complete now. More to come. Reclaimed copper metal. Handcrafted in Louisiana. #loraleeartist #workinprogress #reclaimedmetal #recyclingisbeautiful #recycling #upcycling #copper #copperlove #natureinspired #artisanoriginal #daffodils #copperflowers https://www.instagram.com/p/CAYmFvlHRXk/?igshid=wiwpv2drvjvr
Sandcasting fun! #loraleeartist #workinprogress #sandcasting #silverjewelry #meltingmetal #playingwithfire https://www.instagram.com/p/CAbfHbhHnez/?igshid=y91gn5sqw1hn
Custom Made by LoraLeeArtist Something fragile hammered by forces unkind, becomes something strong and but delicate in appearance. A survivor. I am a survivor. This anvil I beat upon has absorbed many an angry thought or hurt heart. It's carried me thru some dark times in my life. Instead of curling up and giving up. I beat my way thru it. I used that anger and that hurt to hammer out beautiful and fragile things. And when it was finished, I didn't see the anger and pain. I saw a beautiful thing standing before me. Full of potential and strength. This anvil, being a metalsmith, has healed a lifetime of hurt and pain. I've done a lot of thinking here, and sometimes a lot of feeling. Working thru emotions and letting them loose in a constructive way. This life path I am on is one I am truly happy to be traveling. I am blessed to do something I love, even in times like now where sales are slim. I had to remind myself that I create because I love it and sell it as an after thought. I didn't start out with this as a business. It became a business because people loved what I made and wanted it. That is where I am today. I am creating for the joy of it, the love of it, the healing process it provides. That is how I survive and thrive in life. Following the path of joy, love and passion. LoraLeeArtist #loraleeartist #metalsmithstory #healingprocess #creatingwithjoy #hammertime #anvilmadness #recycling #iamasmallbusiness https://www.instagram.com/p/CAGD9uFHjG5/?igshid=149z5t5f6n09i
I love this ring. So beautiful and comfortable to wear. Available in the online shop! I wore it traveling to Texas today to see my mom for Mother's day. Spent several hours visiting and ate turkey and sausage gumbo. (Dad killed the turkey last week. He loves to hunt them.) Got to hug my sister, niece, nephew, brother and sis in law while I was there. Good visit and now I'm headed back to NELA. Next time I'll stay over night and do some sewing with mom and maybe camp in the van by the lake. Hope you are all having a wonderful weekend!! #loraleeartist #ooakjewelry #handmade #madeinLouisiana #madeinUSA #handmadejewelry #smallbusiness #handmadematters #iamasmallbusiness #giftsforher https://www.instagram.com/p/B__DxWKHESz/?igshid=uimvn025l0ye
Hammered and twisted copper cuff. Been awhile since I've made these. Interesting facts about copper... Copper is a mineral and an element essential to our everyday lives. It is a major industrial metal because of its high ductility, malleability, thermal and electrical conductivity and resistance to corrosion. It is an essential nutrient in our daily diet. And, its antimicrobial property is becoming increasingly important to the prevention of infection. :) Artisan Copper jewelry available in the online shop. www.loraleeartist.net #loraleeartist #copperjewelry #ooakhandmade #smallbusiness #jewelryforanywrist #coppercuffs #twistedcoppercuff #copper #reclaimedmetal #recyclingisbeautiful #recycling #texturingmetal #upcycling https://www.instagram.com/p/B-iEdwin9Jv/?igshid=1lzwr402wfeff
A LoraLee Artisan Original Design! Carved from a block of wax. Cast in sterling silver. Each one is carefully hand finished and polished using handtools. Handmade - this is what it means. Because how it's made matters. Available in the online shop NOW! #loraleeartist #ooakjewelry #handmade #metalsmithing #sandcasting #silverjewelry #artisan #original #choppers #axethrowing #axejewelry #hatchet #hatchetjewelry #carvingwax #custommade https://www.instagram.com/p/B9UmcOyDihc/?igshid=1lklkq3tcf47d
Sweet little copper dish earrings! Sterling silver earwires. Available in the online shop! Great for every day wear. $40 www.loraleeartist.net #loraleeartist https://www.instagram.com/p/B-YEvHtnbTi/?igshid=noq7s7u863g8
Sometimes we need a little reminder that we are loved. Perfect gift for someone that needs a daily wearable reminder. Soothing to hold in your hand while reading the stamped quote. This beautiful face was cast by pouring molten sterling silver into sand. I am loving the sand casting process. The face was soldered to a stamped silver backing. It says "I Am Loved" . 1 inch long by 7/8th inch wide. Comes on a stainless ball chain. 1 available in the online shop. www.loraleeartist.net
