Torch-ured Hearts, etc.

Please visit our friends, Lori Plyler of Studio Waterstone and Andrew Thornton of The Writings of Andrew Thornton at Art Saves ... doing good through the power of art. This site is hosted by Jenny Doh, author of the book, "Art Saves."  Jenny is the former Editor-In-Chief of Stampington Publications, which includes one of our favorites, Belle Armoire Jewelry!


With Valentine's Day approaching so fast, we thought we'd have a little fun with our "Torch-ured Hearts," which Chris, one of the PWF Team, so aptly named.  These hearts are run through the rolling mill to create the most delicate little flower texture. They are treated to a "flame patina" and sterling silver is fused in place. They also have a nice varnish on them to prevent changes in the color.  They measure 1.5" h x 1" w.  You can find them at Painting with Fire Artwear's etsy shop for $12 each.

"Torch-ured Hearts"

Welcome the talented Lori Plyler of Waterstone Studio!

I am the proud owner of several of Lori's handbags/totes.  I liked mine so much, I  gave a clutch of Lori's to my mother for Mother's Day.  Mom was tickled!  So I knew I wanted to include Lori in this Virtual Book Tour.  Besides the fact that I like Lori and think she's over-the-top cool and talented, I thought of her super-cool bags and how great the enamel elements would look with them.  Look what Lori made!

Here's the giveaway at Lori's blog.

Cathedral Beads

Remember, to be in the running to win these beads, you need to leave a comment at Lori's blog and become a follower.  You can increase your chances of winning by coming to my blog to leave and comment and become a follower.

Here's a list of the artists participating in the Virtual Book Tour for this book ...

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

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!

Floral Cascade

But, that's not all!

For a chance to win the Grand Prize ... a Torch-Firing Kit (or $110 shopping experience at www.paintingwithfireartwear.com) ... please leave a review at Amazon.com by November 24.  Remember, leave an honest review ... the book must stand on it's own merits.

Torch Firing Kit ... with everything you need but the gas! 

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!

Giveaway at Waterstone!

This is a great giveaway ... because I can vouch for the maker of gorgeous bags and totes! I own three! It's dangerous for me to visit Lori Plyler's shop, Waterstone, because what I keep saying to myself is, "I better buy that bag because one day Lori is going to triple her prices!" Folks, she's that good, I'm not kidding and if it weren't 5:46 am, I'd get up out of bed and take some pictures of the bags I have.

Lori not only makes beautiful things, they function equally as well. She pays attention to detail ... how the strap feels resting on your shoulder, is the closure placed properly and is it secure, the lining and how many pockets ... I can't say enough good things about Lori and her bags at Waterstone. Do yourself a favor and enter the drawing ... Do you feel lucky?

Go here to enter!