October 2, 2010

Obsession and Addiction OR The Enabler

My name is Cat. I don't exactly remember when I met Deb online for the first time. It was on Plurk and even if I didn't know it then, my life has not been the same anymore since.
What I clearly remember was how confused I was reading about "the bukkit" all the time. Where was that mysterious bucket and what was it used for? And why on Earth was it so dangerous to dive into it that people asked for search parties and lifelines before going in there? I was afraid to ask.

And then - it's hard to say, let me take a deep breath first .... then it was time for me to get to know "the bukkit" myself. I had only just started making jewelry a few months ago and there it was, a universe of its own, a universe of light, colors, sparkle in all sizes and shapes. No wonder people needed a lifeline, it was only too easy to forget breathing while browsing.

Since then I have spent many a time not only in the bukkit, but also in Deb's bead shops on Etsy and ArtFire (I haven't even started talking about her jewelry shops yet!). I'm sorry, the following is something I have to say, too. I vowed to myself I'd be honest.

Deb's an enabler. Maybe even THE ENABLER. Yes, in large, red letters.

She's luring me in with beautiful pearls in different sizes and colors. She feeds me with tiny sized multi-colored beads that I need for my pieces of jewelry. She sends me faceted beads that are so lovely that I hide them away for that special piece that my muse has to design first.
And I'm sad to say, I love it.
I'm not even ashamed anymore to dance in front of our house when I pull an envelope from Hong Kong out of my mailbox. I bet the whole neighborhood knows Deb's name by now. They probably even know how crazy, helpful, lovely and hilariously funny she can be because they hear me squeak a lot when I'm plurking.

One thing is not her strength, though. Blogging. Not the writing part itself, I'm sure, but the getting herself to do it. That's why I was here today to put my dirty footprints and fingerprints all over this blog.
Maybe it won't be the last time. And maybe I just lost a person whom I never met and whom I still call a friend. I sure hope not ;-)

Now excuse me, I reminded myself that I haven't been to the bukkit for quite some time. I'll put my diver's suit on and go in. Don't wait for me, it could take a while.


They are calling me, can you hear it .................


October 1, 2010

WIN Prizes from Masquerade Clay Ball from Polymer Clay Smoosher


mask by ColtPixy

The Official tone:

As many of you know, the one online social network that I spend a lot of time with is Plurk, and I've had the pleasure of running into and getting to know some great artists and in time become friends with some!! Especially notable is a group of polymer clay artists formed a Guild on ArtFire - Polymer Clay Smoosher. Between you and me, I think this is one of the best Guild on the planet!! Because it's Guild Master is so involved and caring!! Sometimes I wish that I can afford to play with one more craft, just to be involved, know what I mean?

So anyway.... Their annual Masquerade Clay Ball is officially kicked off today!! So starting from October 1st through 31st, we'll be able to feast our eyes on some gorgeously made polymer clay masks from many talented artists!! Comment on their blog for your chance to win some great prizes too!! Check them out at http://polymerclaysmooshers.blogspot.com/2010/10/welcome-to-masquerade-clay-ball.html ! I hope you'll enjoy this as much as I am!!!

The Truth......

OK! I had to blog for my chance to win one of the many great prizes, so here I am!! Such a seasoned blogger that I am, don't you think? So yup!! READ! Comment!! But please don't do it too often so I can have a better chance to win?? :P



Prize by Haffina

May 23, 2010

Indentation natural lavender Jadeit necklace

a new venture, yet the first word that popped into my head is "indentation", thus named as such....

For those that followed my work, you've probably noticed that I've been trying to reinvent how to wear Jadeit pieces from other than the usual designs. And since I've managed to collect quite a few pieces over the years, so definitely with no lack of materials to work with. And this is just another piece from my own collection.


Indentation Necklace detail by *CrysallisCreations on deviantART

Natural lavender Jadeit focal, mixed with Moss Aquamarine, Pyrite faceted briolette and rondelles, Garnet rounds, Amethyst onion brios, and a single piece of Watermelon Tourmaline to complete! This entire piece is freeform wirewrapped with Sterling Silver wire, then oxydized to give it more dimension.

Hope you like this!! :heart:


from [link]
indentation [ˌɪndɛnˈteɪʃən] noun
1. a hollowed, notched, or cut place, as on an edge or on a coastline
2. a series of hollows, notches, or cuts
3. the act of indenting or the condition of being indented
4. (Communication Arts / Printing, Lithography & Bookbinding) Also called indention indent the leaving of space or the amount of space left between a margin and the start of an indented line


Indentation Necklace by *CrysallisCreations on deviantART

May 16, 2010

I am blogging!!!!!

very much an inside joke.... but then again, for those who even bother to follow my blog will know that I am so not an avid blogger... Seems like by the time I want to update I've already ran out of things to say!!!! HA! imagine that...

Anyway, figured that I'll share some recent hoop-lah experience that I've had..... meaning what? Well, making hoops of course!!! LOL



Fiesta by *CrysallisCreations on deviantART

this one was made with assorted green,orange,yellow Sapphire brios and rondelles, London Blue Topaz brio, all wired to Sterling Silver hoops. The focal is faceted Kyanite brio.




Summertime by *CrysallisCreations on deviantART

this particular pair is made with 14kt Rose Gold-filled wire, then I wire wrapped Turquoise, Amethyst, purple Rhodolite Garnet and 2 different shaped Pearls. The focal is GEM Lemon Quartz in a fancy shape.

These were made due to request from local retailer where I display and sell my pieces, but I should also be listing them into my etsy shop soon, but will take them down once they're sold as I do not enjoy remaking things...

Anyway, should be making a few more, stay tuned!!

June 23, 2009

Sometimes, a dream and a vision pays off.....

A lot of times I will have a vision in my head, a feeling, a theme that I want to achieve before I start a piece. Though such may not be apparent to most, but that's how I make my pieces....

A few years ago, I made this piece.... named Leaves & Berry

It was not one of the hardest piece to make yet it was certain time consuming a few years ago for my technical ability I guess..... I always thought that I'll end up keeping this due to the material + labor cost..... Lo and Behold, this piece sold a few days ago at a local gallery here at Hong Kong!! Making this the highest priced item that I've ever sold to date! YAY!!!!

This piece was made with GEM carved Tourmaline leaves in assorted shape/size. I fell in love with their liveliness, a whole 15" strand of 6mm faceted Tourmaline rondelles on headpins, mix with random size of Thai Karen Tribal silver leaves and flowers and critters. This piece is one of my all time favorite to date! Even though it's a piece that I've made a few years ago.....

Just a little something that I would like to share.... my joy and pride!! And do follow your vision, though they may not sell right off instantly, but your vision will be appreciated by someone someday..... it's quite a great feeling isn't it??? :)

'Til next time!!!

May 18, 2009

Amethyst + Turquoise 6

slowly but surely, I am getting back to at least make something everyday....

Simple earrings, yet this is definitely one of the my favorite color combo of gems! Brazilian Amethyst with Sleeping Beauty Turquoise with vermeil and GF findings.... ah...

May 9, 2009

It really has been awhile since I've last updated my blog.... so many things has happened in the past few months plus I think I am still depressed with my father's passing..... it's almost scary how time flies sometimes.....

I've been trying to keep up with making at least one new thing per day, and so far that seems to be working out well.... big or small, I am making them... :) May not be posting them here but I will for sure share those that I think are notable still....

Here's my newest one, I named this Aquatic Bloom.




Aquatic Bloom Necklace by *CrysallisCreations on deviantART


This piece started with a vision of blooming coral within the deep blue sea.... or even some exotic flowers that can be found at Rain Forest, blooming near the water....Calm, nothing intruding, yet with so much textures of nature all around.....

Not one of the most complicated piece that I've made, yet this one took a lot of time and thoughts and planning.


Borosilicate lampwork made by Kristan Child of Redside Designs, huge Moss Aqua brio topped with Pyrite, Apatite, Kyanite, Keishi pearls, Rainbow Moonstone. I've accented with small faceted Blue Green Sapphire rondelles through out since it goes real well with the rest, random Lemon Quartz in assortment of sizes/shape as well as a few Chrysoprase faceted rondelles for accent.

All wired with oxydized Sterling Silver, closed with a handmade wirewrapped hook clasp.

And here are a few shots of details of the same piece.


Aquatic Bloom Necklace - colla by *CrysallisCreations on deviantART

I've also been trying to catch up with some custom orders, long overdue... sigh... will for sure share anything significant if there's any!!!

'til next time!! :)

XOXO