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My beaded jewelry combines faceted glass crystals, pearls, and non-precious stones with metallic, luster, and rainbow seed beads. I use a variety of bead stitching techniques and materials to create intricate layers of color, texture, and design. I am always looking for unusual components to incorporate into my designs such as vintage Swarovski crystals, hand made glass cabochons, distinctive stone cabochons, and raku fired pottery pieces. My goal is for each piece to have its' own unique character through the design, structure, and color choices. Many of the beautiful stone cabochons in my jewelry begin as a rough slab that is cut and polished by my husband, Tom. My background in tapestry weaving and graphic design adds another dimension to the process.
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'Lorraine' 2005 Porcelain Cabochon, tourmaline, pearls, crystals, seed beads.
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The photos contained in the web site are only a representation of my work as each piece is one of a kind. You can see more of my work at various Juried Art Shows throughout Michigan. Custom Orders are accepted on a limited basis.
Current Projects; Beaded Beads, a complex layering of tiny seed beads over a beaded cube Collars, beaded embellishment around faceted crystals and gemstones. My 'Earth and Sky' collar was recently accepted into the Bead and Button Magazine 'Bead Dreams 2008' competition for Excellence in Bead Artistry. Look for it in the October Issue. Collaboration with Bethany Adams of Gwacie Beads for her beautiful,custom glass beads. |
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'Earrings' Fire-polished crystals, metallic beads
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All Content and Designs © 2006 Amy Johnson Designs .
Web Site Designed by: Cathy Wolfe, Chris Stoutjesdyk, Robert Aguilar, Amy Johnson |
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