Oxidized Sterling Silver Wire

I bought some oxidized wire a few times, and then I found a nifty way to do it myself. Oxidized sterling silver, is basically tarnished on purpose, so it comes out mostly black or dark gray. I followed a tutorial online that uses boiled eggs instead of liver of sulfur (which I haven't tried). Here's a link to the tutorial: http://beading.consumerhelpweb.com/basics/reference/oxidize.htm

I found this really easy to do. And it's non-toxic, which is a plus. I discovered the key was to really mash up the hard boiled eggs after putting them in the plastic bags with my silver. However, it gets egg on Everything- so prepare to wash your stuff afterward. I decided to put in wire and some other findings instead of finished pieces. Above is a pic of a bracelet I made with oxidized wire along with a pic of the tarnished wire and findings.

Back on Track

Last weekend I took the certification test for interior design (the NCIDQ). I am so glad it's over because studying was taking so much of my time. I'm getting back in the groove and making jewelry again. Here are a few of my latest listings. More to come soon! See more at www.erinposeyjewelry.com. Buy at www.ergodesign.etsy.com.

My Interview on Kim's Crafty Apple Blog

See my interview on Kim's Crafty Apple Blog! I talk specifically about my art background and my Etsy shops. Kim makes beautiful quilts. She has a shop on Etsy, too: kimscraftyapple.etsy.com. My Etsy shop: ergodesign.etsy.com

Garnet for January

I think garnet is such a beautiful gemstone. It is also the birthstone for January. My best friend's birthday is at the end of the month, and I've given her a number of garnet jewelry peices. I hope she likes garnet as much as I do! I have many lovely garnet items in my shop. I think this gemstone works as a neutral because it complements so many different skintones. You can really wear it with any other color! See more on erinposeyjewelry.com or on Etsy at ergodesign.etsy.com.