THE BEADING GEM'S JOURNAL

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Architectural Rings by Sevan Bicakci Posted: 17 Jul 2011 05:03 AM PDT Architectural rings simply blow me away!  These are rings exquisitely made from precious metals and gemstones which pay homage to much, much larger architectural inspirations. One artisan who joins my growing list of architectural ring masters is Turkish born, Sevan Bicakci. (see links below for more) All his rings are works of art. You can see why he has won many awards. He came by his craft the hard way, working up from a very early start as a 12-year-old apprentice to a master jeweler, Howsep Catak's workshop. He says his inspiration comes from Istanbul's Grand Bazaar and Sultanate areas. The Grand Bazaar is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. It was first opened in 1461. Some 1200 shops line it's more than 58 covered streets, one of which is shown below. Image by -RejiK( on hiatus) Grand Bazaar shop via Wikipedia Grand Bazaar shop via Wikipedia Grand Bazaar entrance via Wikipedia The distinctive arches in the bazaar, the domes of the gorgeous mosques and other old buildings in Istanbul richly fuel his creativity. This city once known as Constantinople and Byzantium has a 3,000 year history. The interior of the Hagia Sophia (once a mosque, now a museum) Süleymaniye Mosque interior by np&djjewell Süleymaniye Mosque interior via Wikipedia Besides architectural rings, he also makes lovely animal and floral designs in his signature dome mountings. Via More Architectural Ring Masters : Phillipe Tournaire's Dream Houses on Rings Amazing Cathedral Rings by Metal Couture For more tutorials check out my Jewelry Making Tips Liked what you read? Don't miss a post! Subscribe via RSS OR Via Email* It's FREE! *Click on the link in the confirmation email to activate subscription Be a Fan!

How to Make a Chalkboard Pendant Tutorial Posted: 16 Jul 2011 03:00 PM PDT It's one thing to send messages with jewelry designs but it is another to actually be able to change it whenever you want! This clever tutorial over at the Henry Happened blog uses chalkboard paint!  The ingenious designer is actually Cat who was guest blogging. Other "Message" Jewelry Inspirations: How to Metal Stamp Jewelry Tutorials How to Make Word or Text Beads Wire Name Writing Pendant How-to Tips Via For more tutorials check out my Jewelry Making Tips Liked what you read? Don't miss a post! Subscribe via RSS OR Via Email* It's FREE! *Click on the link in the confirmation email to activate subscription Be a Fan!

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