My favorite materials include natural stone before processing, tumbling, or altering. I like rough stone as it comes out of the ground, as in mine run. Particular favorites are chalcedony, chrysoprase, amber, amazonite, beryl, obsidian, onyx, freshwater pearls, and turquoise. Sterling and fine silver are beautiful to work with. I am self taught in all aspects and techniques involved with my jewelry making. Let me tell you - this business can be very expensive to begin because of all the mistakes I've made! Once you've ruined a piece of gold...more
