Category Archives: My Creations

Big World Studio is now Studio McManus

These past few months have left me breathless.  The pace has been non-stop and the energy is moving so quickly I can almost feel the breeze.  I’ve got lots to share and it will take several posts to fully catch … Continue reading

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Enameling Demystified

There’s just no substitute for a good teacher and a hands-on learning opportunity.  This was true when I took my introductory week-long metal clay class from Pam East in 2009, and it was certainly true of this weekend’s enameling workshop.  … Continue reading

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Opportunities and Challenges Abound

This weekend, I’ll be checking out the ACRE (American Craft Retailers Expo) Orlando show.  They have a Las Vegas show that’s been running for years and this is the inaugural show in Orlando.  I considered applying to the show as … Continue reading

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I Blinked…

…and then it was December. What a busy, productive, exciting time this has been. I’ve been making and selling lots of jewelry. I haven’t participated in any formal shows, but have created (or stumbled into) some out-of-the-ordinary sales opportunities.  One … Continue reading

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Vermont Workshop Adventure

I’m in rural Vermont right now taking a class with Celie Fago and having a great time with my metal clay buddies.  Celie’s studio is very comfortable and she makes her students feel so welcome in her slice of paradise.  … Continue reading

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