This section contains images which I have used as influence for my Hair-loom project in the Border Crossings module. Images range from as far back as the 1600's to present day, including mourning jewellery (this of course was my starting point). It hopefully is apparent that I have come a long way since mourning jewellery…

Jewelry as art is finding newfound attention—even among fans of mid-century design. This necklace ('In the Sky' - sterling silver and opals, 1972) by Merry R

Jasmine Bowden is a contemporary jeweller based close to the coast in Devon, UK. All her work is handmade in her workshop and inspired by her love of all things on the beach and under the ocean. She offers a collection of refined handcrafted jewellery but also welcomes bespoke commissions in silver, gold and platinum, including wedding and diamond engagement rings. She can work with various semi-precious and precious gemstones; diamond, ruby, sapphire, topaz, aquamarine, peridot…

Inspired by the cycle of life, each piece of featured artist Cheryl Eve Acosta's jewelry is a sculptural delight.

Look at what I found on Etsy today...a Custom Vagina Ornament for your Christmas tree. I have to tell you that I never knew there was such a market for vagina-like items until I started poking around for my blog....but I digress. Before I go any further, here's what the seller had to say…

LundLund Agency representing the best Photographers, Stylists, Set Designers, Hair & Make Up, Casting Directors, Food Stylists & Illustrators.

The Museum of Arts and Design (MAD), (www.madmuseum.org) is one of my favorite museums in Manhattan. This Museum displays and documents contemporary and historic innovation in craft, art, and desig…