Lampwork Beads - Beautiful One of a Kind Creations
The beads used in my jewelry are all made by hand in my studio in Westboro Village in Ottawa. Each bead is a unique and beautiful creation.
But what is Lampworking?
Lampworking or flameworking was developed thousands of years ago. It is the art of melting rods of glass in the flame of a torch and winding the molten glass around a steel rod called a "mandrel". The bead can be shaped and decorated while in the molten state. Once the artist is satisfied with the bead it is placed in a kiln. The kiln process is called "annealing" and it hardens and stabilizes the bead so that it is ready to be used. If you'd like to see the process in action check out my YouTube channel
Explore each page below to see a small sampling of the beautiful custom beads I have made and read more about their unique qualities If you see a piece you like but would like to customize it with favourite colours, or have a custom piece designed for a special occasion please reach out by email.
Lampworking or flameworking was developed thousands of years ago. It is the art of melting rods of glass in the flame of a torch and winding the molten glass around a steel rod called a "mandrel". The bead can be shaped and decorated while in the molten state. Once the artist is satisfied with the bead it is placed in a kiln. The kiln process is called "annealing" and it hardens and stabilizes the bead so that it is ready to be used. If you'd like to see the process in action check out my YouTube channel
Explore each page below to see a small sampling of the beautiful custom beads I have made and read more about their unique qualities If you see a piece you like but would like to customize it with favourite colours, or have a custom piece designed for a special occasion please reach out by email.
|
|
|
Pendants |
Earrings |
Necklaces |
Journey Beads |
Studs |
Tubular Beads |
What's New!
Check out the latest news and the creations coming out of the studio
November 26-29/2020 - Virtual Jewelry and Art Show and Sale
All the information that you need can be found here Upcoming Events
Introducing My Newest Collection
TUBULAR
Large hole beads combining beautiful colours with hints of sparkle and shine.
These beads are so adaptable. Each bead comes with a rubber tube necklace however, they can be worn on your own silver chain or for an additional charge you can purchase a multi satin cord necklace.
These beads are so adaptable. Each bead comes with a rubber tube necklace however, they can be worn on your own silver chain or for an additional charge you can purchase a multi satin cord necklace.
You asked for them - Stud Earrings
I am excited to now include stud earrings in my collection.
Many of you have been patiently waiting for these and I have finally figured out the process and sourced all the required materials.
Custom orders/colours are welcomed.
Many of you have been patiently waiting for these and I have finally figured out the process and sourced all the required materials.
Custom orders/colours are welcomed.
Another Addition to my Earring Collection - HOOPS!
How fun is this - Buy a pair of 1" hoops with beads.
You can then purchase additional pairs of beads to make them interchangeable!
You can then purchase additional pairs of beads to make them interchangeable!
|
|
Jewelry in the making! See a bead that you like or have an idea for a special piece you'd like made?
Contact me and we will work together to make the perfect compliment to your collection.
Contact me and we will work together to make the perfect compliment to your collection.