Before we introduce Diane Cook and her work, I'd like to announce that these beads ...
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I think one of the nicest parts of this Virtual Book Tour is seeing how different artists interpret torch-fired enamel in their work. You might be asking yourself, "How in the world is someone like Diane Cook going to introduce the vibrancy of torch-fired enamel into her vintage-inspired pieces?" Well, the answer is, "She's not!" Diane's staying true to her aesthetic by using soft colors like Robin's Egg and Spruce ... two very beautiful colors and perfect for her work.
These are some examples of Diane's "framed" pieces, which she teaches to her adoring students! Please check Diane's blog because there's lots more to be seen!
So you don't miss out on any of the blog posts, here is the list of hosts for you to follow:
October 6, Mary Jane Dodd, www.mairedodd.blogspot.com
October 7, Gaea Cannaday, www.gaeabeads.blogspot.com
October 8, Linda Larsen, www.objectsandelements.typepad.com
October 10, Andrew Thornton, www.andrew-thornton.blogspot.com
October 11, Lori Plyler, www.waterstonejewelry.blogspot.com
October 12, Diane Cook, www.rosa-josies.blogspot.com
October 13, Lori Anderson, http://www.prettythingsblog.com
October 14, LeAnn Weih, www.summersstudio.blogspot.com
October 15, Jen Judd Velasquez, www.jenjuddrocks.blogspot.com
October 17, Melissa Meman, www.melissameman.blogspot.com
October 18, Lisa Crone, www.abeadaday.blogspot.com
October 19, Shannon LeVart, www.missficklemediacom.blogspot.com
October 20, Cindy Wimmer, www.sweetbeadstudio.com
October 21, Laura Twiford, www.souvenirsfromlife.blogspot.com
October 22, Erin Prais-Hintz, www.treasures-found.blogspot.com
October 24, Jennifer Cameron, www.glassaddictions.com
October 24, Jennifer Cameron, www.glassaddictions.com
To thank you for following along, we will have a BONUS PRIZE at the end of the book tour! All of the entries will be included in the drawing for a kit containing all the elements of "Floral Cascade," one of the projects in the book. You'll receive everything you need to make the necklace, including the chain, jump rings, clasp, enamel beads, and head pins!
But that's not all! Really? Seriously? Seriously.
For a chance to win the Grand Prize - a Torch-Firing Kit (or $110 shopping experience atwww.paintingwithfireartwear.com) - please leave a review at Amazon.com by November 24. Remember, leave an honest review... the book must stand on its own.
Thanks for playing along! This is going to be a lot of fun!
P.S. Unfortunately, we have to restrict the giveaways to U.S. residents. Winners should contact me with their name and address through my author website: www.torchfiredenameljewelry.com so that you can receive your prizes!
Thank you for this tour! I am enjoying all the different uses of enamel. So many cool ideas and I can't wait to see what you have in store for us in the remaining days!
ReplyDeleteI just visited Diane's blog and was awed at the lovely 'Framed Series' jewelry. So beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI'm impressed with the range of uses artists are incorporating enamel into their work...each day something new. These pendents are amazing!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! I would never have guessed those delicate pieces were constructed with enamel/metal- love your work! ps- I am now a follower!
ReplyDeleteJust visited Diane's Blog.She create's beautiful jewelry and adding the Painting with Fire elements,just simply the most beautiful results.Diane is a awsome artist !!
ReplyDeleteThanks again for including me in your tour Barbara. I know that I have just tipped the iceberg on what can be done with torch fired enamel jewelry...which is exactly why I love it!
ReplyDeleteI'm really enjoying the virtual book tour.
ReplyDeleteI love how Diane's pieces look with the torch-fired enameled accents. Great inspiration provided in the blog tour!!!
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