Pearls, and crystals, and BLING take over Artisans On The Ave in downtown Lake Worth on Friday, January 25.  Meet the ten jewelry designers and enjoy free refreshments as you browse one-of-a-kind baubles made from metal, glass, beads, gemstones, silk, paper, rubber, beach glass, found objects, and an unlimited imagination!  The Rickie Report shares the details and some sneak peeks!  

Artisans on the Ave Gallery Presents:

Opening Reception:

Pearls and crystals and bling, oh my! On Friday, January 25th, the jewelry designers at Artisans on the Ave invite you to get your sparkle on.

From 6:00 to 9:00 pm there will be lots of artists along with free refreshments and the reception is open to the public.

The gallery will feature over ten local artists who continually amaze us with their one-of-a-kind adornments.

Artisans on the Ave’s jewelry designers create wearable art using metal, glass, gemstones, beads, silk, rubber, paper, beach glass, found objects and more.

Each piece makes a statement, so if it’s compliments you are seeking, this is the place to shop!

Whether your style is traditional, bohemian or anything in between, you are sure to find some bauble that speaks to you. So follow the road – no, it’s not yellow brick – over to Artisans on the Ave gallery in downtown Lake Worth and meet the talented artists. You can score some bling (sorry, no ruby slippers here) that will prove you’re surely not in Kansas anymore!

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Rickie Leiter, Publisher

Rickie@therickiereport.com   561-537-0291

17019 SW Sapri Way   Port St. Lucie, FL 34986

Look at any fashion magazine: You will see jewelry and accessories to go with the new season’s clothing.  What to create for the fashion-conscious art patron?  The Rickie Report shares some insight into Jewelry Trends.  

 Jewelry Trends

From large, massive pieces of jewelry to a simple pair of stud earrings, it is clear that jewelry as an accessory is here to stay.  For artists who create jewelry pieces, it is important to understand the latest trends but at the same time, stay true to your own artistic self!   Thankfully, we live in an era where variety is not only accepted but embraced.  

METALS

• Gold has always been the standard, but metals ( think silver, steel, bronze) are hot.  For those working with non-metallic mediums, think of these in terms of a color palette.  

• Metal tubes ( check out your local hardware store or plumbing supplier)

• Chains!  Even better: Multiple chains!

• Watch parts and keys are still big influences

• Wire – wrapped gemstones, cabachons, shells

• Bent wire.  So you’re not into wire-wrapping.  A simple twist of metal is sometimes just enough to enhance a bracelet.
• Stacked rings ( make them interchangeable, so your clients come back for more)

Organic

• Be Colorful!

• Consider different fibers  and various textures (check out a local knitting shop) 

• Embroidery floss

• Love a piece of fabric?  Make a wide bracelet!   (Addition of rhinestones or other bling is optional)

• Bohemian styles

• Native American styles

• Woven with chevrons or intricate patterns

• Stop during your walk at the beach and look for shells with natural holes

• Up-cycle scrabble tiles, papers, photos, bottle caps

Leather, Wood, Etc.

• Think male!

• Think female!

• Wide cuff bracelets with or without metal accents

• Wood beads on leather

• Wood beads with chain

• Wood beads with rubber “O” rings ( get thee to your hardware store!)

• A small portion of a driftwood branch can be wire-wrapped and hang as a simple pendant

Things to consider:

BODY JEWELRY

• Think ABOVE the elbow for bracelets

• Consider the FULL FOOT instead of just the toe rings

• Arm cuffs

• Bib necklaces

• Ankle chains with charms

• Long necklaces that can be worn in front OR in back ( to highlight some of the back-baring fashions)

• Pearls NEVER go out of fashion!

There is no “right” or “wrong” with jewelry design.  We point out that as concern for easing neck pain and back pain increases, lighter – weight neck pieces are going to become “hot”.  Your patrons may have metal allergies, so be prepared to offer different earring wires.  AND don’t forget those who may not have pierced ears.  It is easy to convert pierced earrings into clips.

The Rickie Report looks forward

to sharing

YOUR jewelry creations with our readers.

For coverage of your events, to place an advertisement, or speak to Rickie about appearing in The Rickie Report, contact The Rickie Report at:

Rickie Leiter, Publisher

The Rickie Report

P.O.Box 33423

Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33420

Rickie@therickiereport.com

561-537-0291