Salvaging treasures .......

I spent this past weekend salvaging treasures ... from my own studio.

Didn't hit one flea market or estate sale.

Didn't have to.

I have a Gypsy's stash of treasure right here.

I'm starting to prepare for my jewelry class at "Art on the Farm" ... a Nada event.

That means pulling together an amazing class "kit" for each student ... I want everyone to feel as though they have just unearthed something magical to create with ....

  I've harvested vintage and antique rhinestone clasps from piles of pearls ...... these are gorgeous, each one unique!

There is so much to sift thru ... many vintage jewelry boxes full of possibilities .... 

Forgotten cigar boxes loaded with rhinestones to sort ... brooches, shoe clips, cameos, crystals, watch parts, souvenirs.

Interesting old keys ... just waiting for embellishment in their afterlife.

Organizing and compiling ...

I haven't even ventured up to the attic.

That's the place to gather antique tin types and photographs,

plus vintage millinery, scraps of lace, and ephemera ...

all to be fashioned into art ... made by YOU!

I am so looking forward to class and sharing this time together.

To those of you that have already registered, I'll be sending an e-mail out soon with more class prep suggestions.

To those of you that haven't signed up yet and are thinking about it ... don't hesitate. Registration is required and there are a limited number of seats. If you have any questions at all, don't hesitate to contact me at:gypsybrocante@gmail.com

You can register HERE

You can also register for MORE art classes on the farm by Jen and Jeanne .... These gals are teaching some uber cool mixed media art classes ... don't miss out and save your seat early ; )

Happy salvaging!

xo

Jill