Slowly, but surely...

Well, I am working on getting the studio in shape, so I can once again make jewelry.  It has been an interesting 4+ months, and I am glad to finally be settled.  It will be wonderful to get back into the groove.  I have some ideas on which I can't wait to work.  


I'm also excited about teaching a class at the next Brazos Valley Jewelry Artists Guild.  The class will cover techniques for riveting.  We will explore using various types of rivets, with plenty of time to practice.  Riveting is a very versatile technique and can be used when fire just won't do!


There are many changes in the works at LaLa Designs...keep an eye on the blog for future announcements!


Cheers for now,


LaLa
www.jewelrybylala.com
lala@jewelrybylala.com

WoW!

Wow!  Moving is HARD work!  I will be so glad when we are once again settled so that I can get back to making jewelry.  I have so many new ideas floating around in my head and am ready to try them.  I can't wait to get my studio up and running within the next couple of weeks.  I haven't used my torch in over a month! WHOA!

Not only will I be glad to get back to creating jewelry, I plan to do a better job on my blog...I really fell off the wagon, but plan to get back on quickly!

After 3 years...

Well...I finally did it!  After over three years of having an Etsy store, I finally posted some jewelry on it! I'm not really sure why I kept putting it off--maybe I was afraid to really put myself out there.

I don't have many items up yet, only 4, but I have one piece I finished this evening that will go up after I can get a decent picture.  Below is one creation that I posted...

  

This is a copper box with a hinged lid...perfect for a favorite picture, scripture, or quote. 


Until next time...

Cheers,
LaLa
www.jewelrybylala.com
www.jewelrybylala.etsy.com
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All designs pictured are property of La Donna J. Hay Gatlin and LaLa Designs.

Latest Design...

This is my latest design.  It is an aventurine cabochon tension set in brass with a handcrafted brass and leather chain.  I had great fun creating it...with the exception of setting off the smoke detector because I forgot to open the window before adding patina with my torch.  Oops...won't make that mistake again (well, hopefully not:-)!

I love trying new techniques and experimenting with new ways to set stones and create interesting pieces.  I am thankful I have the time to try new techniques and am truly blessed to have such a  supportive husband who works hard at his job so I do not have to work a full-time job outside of my home.

Cheers,

LaLa

www.jewelrybylala.com

lala@jewelrybylala.com

The Latest...

The first Friday in November, while showing our jewelry at Art Step in downtown Bryan, a friend and I were approached by a representative of a local business about possibly meeting with her bosses and her to see whether or not our jewelry was a fit for their store.  The very next week, we heard back from her and set up a meeting. 

The meeting went well, and they decided to sell our jewelry in their store.  So...Praise God...as of last Friday, some of our jewelry is in a display case in Scripture Haven in the mall. 

If you are in the area, check it out!

Cheers,

LaLa
www.jewelrybylala.com
lala@jewelrybyala.com

New Projects...

Hello again! I'm getting ready for Art Step in downtown

Bryan...November 4, 6PM, St. Andrews Episcopal Church

Fellowship Hall. Come see what's new!! Here is a peek...

                                                             

Hope to see you there!

Cheers,

LaLa

www.jewelrybylala.com

lala@jewelrybylala.com

All images and designs are property of LaDonna J. Hay Gatlin.

New designs...

Here are some new lockets that I will roll out at Texas Reds this weekend.  The Brazos Valley Jewelry Artists Guild will be by the Varisco building in downtown Bryan on Saturday.  Stop by and say hi if you are around!

These lockets are symbols of God's love for us.  I believe that God gave me the talent I possess and any inspiration comes from Him.  Enjoy...

                                                                          

From left to right...circle (sign of eternity) opens to read, "The gift of God is eternal life"; the cross (a symbol of Christ's sacrifice) opens to read, "with His stripes we are healed"; the heart (symbol of God's love) opens to read, "For God so loved the world"; and the flower (also a symbol of God's love) opens to read "Consider the lilies."


Until Next time...

Cheers,
LaLa
www.jewelrybylala.com
lala@jewelrybylala.com

All designs and photos are property of La Donna J. Hay Gatlin, 2011.