This week was about overcoming fear.
I was really terrified of my microtorch, but without it there were things I wanted to make that were beyond my ability.
Like, tiny delicate headpins. Or heat patinas.
Finally I screwed my courage to the sticking place (what does that even mean anyway, where is that from?) and got out the torch, picked up some wire, set up a spot out on the patio and gave it a go.
Surprisingly, exhilaratingly, it was okay. And now, I can make headpins.
I feel very brave.
It’s a shakespeare-ian and music reference: http://www.phrases.org.uk/meanings/81500.html
Oh fine, pragmatism and research, is that all you librarians have to offer? *SMOOCH* HI you! ❤ xoxo
Wow… the earring in the photo is GORGEOUS- I love all of the wire wrap. I wanted to get into doing glass blowing but found out that anything requiring a torch also requires an ass-ton of insurance & a separate out building to do it in. Not that I really need another hobby…
Thank you! Yes, I’ve heard that glass work is crazy logistically difficult. I have friends who do lampworking and they rent studio time Elsewhere. Fortunately for me, a microtorch works on the stovetop or outside, as long as you ventilate well and use a heatproof surface.
oh yeah.. I really LOVE your new layout for the blog– its very professional & clean while still being creative & ‘artsy” looking.. great job!
Thank you! I’m pleased with it so far. I have vague dreams about hiring someone to do a whole website but, that may be a year or two down the road.
From “MacBeth.” Means Don’t be a sissy. Rainy, your art is bitchen. But, tragically, it all clashes with everything I wear, i.e., jeans and tee-shirts.
Thank you Donal! ❤
Good job! Overcoming fears is a very good thing. Sometimes if I haven’t done something for a long time I still find that fear sneak up on me. We must push through or over it and always grow and conquer! Hooray for you!
It is insidious that way, isn’t it? Fear, I mean.
Growing is good.