Artist Undercover

I haven't been blogging for a few weeks now, and I had to stay away from both the "Focus on Life" series and AJE challenge. But that was for my good. I was overwhelmed, tired and uninspired. The only way to bounce back, was to back off. And I am feeling MUCH better already. Its good to take a break at times. This is not so uncommon of me though. I go undercover many times. But that is how I keep sane, and of course fresh. Okay, I did not sit idle or anything. I enjoy what I do, but things got a bit boring, and I thought of honing some more skills. So, I went ahead with metalworking, a bit more advanced that what College(have I told you I study Jewelry Design?) has introduced me to. I have felt many times, that its when I feel hopeless that I go forth and study new things seriously. Thank God I dont feel like a rotten sack! So, it let me productive and I am so damn happy that I took the break!

Here are the outcomes(?)(Here is the outcome : good English anyone?) of my undercover activities:

Flower Pendant

Riveted Earrings(Need to perfect this technique)

Heart Pendant

Foldformed Earring Components

Stamped "NATURE" Pendant

Stamped "CREATE" Pendant

Foldformed Leaf Pendant

By the way, "NATURE", "CREATE" and the above leaf are listed in my Etsy shop. 

"SUNSHINE" Bracelet

And I thought I would show you a pic of my set up at one of the Craft Fairs!

@ O'Kelly Banquet Hall 

I am seriously hoping to jump back in to both the "Focus On Life" and AJE as soon as I can! 

And, there is some yummy soup brewing on my bead table. Adding some essential Indian herbs to it!! Yay. Hope Lori Bowring Michaud, who sent me the lovely soup elements would'nt mind!

PS: Whatever big thing we do, some people around us always seems to be like "Aaw, Big Deal!!" and some others always make us feel like heroes. I love to surround myself with samples of both creed, but the balance is ultimately crucial! 

One more PS: Every human being, in every given moment, has the capacity to create a miracle or cause a disaster. Check your conscience. (I told)

Okay, this is the last one : So, Last PS : India is known for its alternate medicines. Like Ayurveda, Homeopathy (Homoeopathy is also correct, word, don't give me a spell-check),  Acupuncture(not of Indian origin I guess), Naturopathy, etc. Now, "Aswagandha" is a very very effective medicine in Ayurveda, that fights and prevents Alzheimers. Good to know, dont you think? Why did I write it here? Don't know.

Sumi, stop. No more PSs. Okay, I told that was the last..! (Mumble mumble)

So, what techniques have you guys learned recently? I would love to know!