Who Sparkled This Saturday?
Moonlighting Creations
Today on Saturday Sparkle, I'd like to show you the work of an independent jewelry artist whose designs are inspired by the lavish and ornate designs of the past. So without further ado, meet Tina Anderson of Moonlighting Creations. Tina is based in Chicago, and has been creating her handmade jewelry designs for four years.
Tina's jewelry captures a wonderfully decorative European flair. She mixes ornate metal filigrees, crystals, pearls, and other natural materiels in a rich style that is reminiscent of Victorian and Tudor era jewelry. Her Copper Swarovski Dangles shown above are gorgeous. See how the beautiful blue tone of the Swarovski crystals are wonderfully highlighted by rich copper components and findings? Fantastic Sparkle!
Tina, how did you get your start in jewelry design?
I had made a few simple earrings many years ago. My interest was sparked again when a coworker/ friend of mine at an ad agency in Chicago mentioned that she made jewelry. I taught myself how to string and finish off bracelets from reading magazines and books on jewelry making. The first bracelets I made were lampwork and charm bracelets. I was amazed at the
actual process of lampwork beads, I even tried making a few myself. I later found that I liked working with semi-precious stones, vintage beads, metals, rhinestones and swarvoski crystals. From that point on I was hooked.
What inspired you to turn your love for jewelry making into a business?
I would get compliments on the bracelets that I made, so I decided to take them to work and do a mini show right before the holidays. My friend and I set up our own little shop with earrings and bracelets, already in boxes and ready to take home. The response was fantastic, everyone loved the idea. That was just the beginning. I tend to grow attached to the pieces that I make, so it makes me happy to create beautiful and unique pieces, that would someday be loved by someone other than myself.
What are you top three sources of inspiration when creating new designs?
Vintage colors, nature ( the silky soft look of pearls, the tarnished silver, aged brass, different
shades of blues and greens), and of course the play of light on crystal and gemstones. I love anything that sparkles. I never design any pieces without adding glitter and sparkle, that is a must in my pieces. I love to blend new and old hopefully creating my own version of something fresh & special from a bygone era.
Who has provided the greatest amount of support for you and your jewelry business?
I would like to thank my sister Sheila, who has helped me from the very beginning. I would also like to thank all my customers, friends and family for all their support.
Tina, thanks so much for letting me share your beautiful jewelry today on Saturday Sparkle. And readers, be sure to visit Tina's creations at her online shop:
Tina's jewelry captures a wonderfully decorative European flair. She mixes ornate metal filigrees, crystals, pearls, and other natural materiels in a rich style that is reminiscent of Victorian and Tudor era jewelry. Her Copper Swarovski Dangles shown above are gorgeous. See how the beautiful blue tone of the Swarovski crystals are wonderfully highlighted by rich copper components and findings? Fantastic Sparkle!
Tina, how did you get your start in jewelry design?
I had made a few simple earrings many years ago. My interest was sparked again when a coworker/ friend of mine at an ad agency in Chicago mentioned that she made jewelry. I taught myself how to string and finish off bracelets from reading magazines and books on jewelry making. The first bracelets I made were lampwork and charm bracelets. I was amazed at the
actual process of lampwork beads, I even tried making a few myself. I later found that I liked working with semi-precious stones, vintage beads, metals, rhinestones and swarvoski crystals. From that point on I was hooked.
What inspired you to turn your love for jewelry making into a business?
I would get compliments on the bracelets that I made, so I decided to take them to work and do a mini show right before the holidays. My friend and I set up our own little shop with earrings and bracelets, already in boxes and ready to take home. The response was fantastic, everyone loved the idea. That was just the beginning. I tend to grow attached to the pieces that I make, so it makes me happy to create beautiful and unique pieces, that would someday be loved by someone other than myself.
What are you top three sources of inspiration when creating new designs?
Vintage colors, nature ( the silky soft look of pearls, the tarnished silver, aged brass, different
shades of blues and greens), and of course the play of light on crystal and gemstones. I love anything that sparkles. I never design any pieces without adding glitter and sparkle, that is a must in my pieces. I love to blend new and old hopefully creating my own version of something fresh & special from a bygone era.
Who has provided the greatest amount of support for you and your jewelry business?
I would like to thank my sister Sheila, who has helped me from the very beginning. I would also like to thank all my customers, friends and family for all their support.
Tina, thanks so much for letting me share your beautiful jewelry today on Saturday Sparkle. And readers, be sure to visit Tina's creations at her online shop:
2 comments:
Hi there! I really like your BLOG--I'm also a bead fanatic and am trying to locate similarly minded blogs by other bead obsessed goddesses! I do very much like your designs...I'm anxious to read more here and I love the idea of Saturday Sparkle. I'll be back!
Cheers,
Janice
Love these earrings.Joan T at Off Center Productions
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