Peter James 

     The hand forged pieces by Peter James designer Lyn Matsen, transforms wire and sheet metals into wearable works of art.

     Using a kick press tool Lynette is able to create a unique and dramatic result, bringing to metal a natural flowing form that is inspired by the beauty of the water. 

     Lyn knew from the age of 14 that her life's passion was jewelry design. 

 

 

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Anna Balkan

     Anna Balkan's uninhibited use of color and bold innovation come from a lifetime of seeing beyond limits and following the signs of her own journey. 

     Anna grew up in the Chernobyl area of the Ukraine, when the culture was grey and resourcefulness was a necessity.  She learned to knit and crochet, making the things that were needed from what ever was on hand. 

     Anna Balkan's handcrafted necklaces, earrings, bracelets and rings are distinctive conversation pieces composed of the finest natural semi-precious gemstones and pearls from around the world.  Designed from the heart, Anna's bold jewelry plays out on a canvas of 14k gold filled and sterling silver metals. Her designs showcase unique color combinations and each piece makes a remarkable fashion statement. Particular attention is paid to the way the colors and textures work together and how the light plays and reflects among the stones.

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     Liz Palacios is the eldest of three sisters, Liz was born in New York City to a family of Colombian immigrants.  She developed an interest in antique jewelry at the age of 18, acquiring pieces throughout the years as a hobby. 

      In 1987, this interest inspired Palacios to launch a business based on her personal passion. Liz uses brass as the metal in her pieces and it is either antiqued or plated with gold or sterling silver.  All jewelry remains nickel free. 

     She use Swarovski crystals, semi precious stones, pearls and hand-painted enamel.  Wires on the earrings are sterling silver or gold filled and posts are surgical steel. 

      I have been the grateful recipient of many U.S. and International show awards, but was especially happy to have my work chosen twice as part of the permanent Christmas Ornament Collection of the White House. My work has also been featured in a variety of trade and popular publications, including Women's Day magazine."

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Raku Ornaments and Candlesticks  

by NC artist Lynn Jenkins

     Lynn came into the world in 1960 in Miami FL. Her family moved to the mountains of NC in 1969.   

     She started potting in 1976 and clay has been a part of her life since that day. She graduated from Haywood Production Crafts in 1980 and she continues to study and learn different techniques.  

     Her latest studies being on the San Ildefonso Pueblo in NM where she studied with two great granddaughters of the late Maria Martinez. Maria was famous for her black pottery. Lynn is currently creating her own style of black pottery, as well as horse hair pottery and traditional raku.   

     Lynn continues to enjoy her life journey with clay and hopes you enjoy the energy she passes to you with her pottery.

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Handcrafted wood and leather handbags

     Original works of art handcrafted by husband and wife team Mark and Sharon Diebolt, artists in the medium of wood since 1980.

     For details click here!