Author: joykruse

Here is a metal sculpture made for charity for the City of Algoma. It will sit at the Public Library for the summer and then be auctioned off. There are 22…

Had a person ask about my torches and soldering station. I use Smith torches with Oxygen and Propane. I have a Little Smith torch and a Versa torch. I love and…

If you look back a few posts this pendant was unfinished and just being 'set-up' on my bench. I changed it completely and even used a different stone. The bottom…

Just received my copy of 'Hydraulic Die Forming For Jewelers & Metalsmiths.'  It is by Susan Kingsley. It is all you need. It is very nicely detailed and several applications…

I spent a lot time this winter making displays which is working against me now because I am playing catch up on jewelry making. I don't think I will regret making…

My husband made me this hydraulic press and I have been having a blast with it. It changes everything! My shop is so much more functional using it. Just like…

Had our first photo shoot. It was fun. I have been planning it all winter long and was just waiting for a decent day and it is beautiful today.  Doesn't…

Just made these for a friend I work with at the hospital. Her niece died of cancer 5 years ago this Mother's Day. She was 9 years old at the time.…

I had a jeweler inquire about tables for festivals. They need tables that would easily transport in a car. A good friend of mine has an awesome professional jewelry display…

Just my next piece up on my bench getting ready to be actually soldered together. I will send a photo when it is complete.