Spokane Crafts, Glass, Pottery, Lapidary, Jewelry, Misc Artists

Spokane Social Network Crafts, Pottery, Glass, Lapidary, Jewelry, Misc Artists

Members

  • Dina Michelle
  • TaoGem
  • Polly
  • Jack Roseman
  • Sharon D. McLean
  • Kalah Clawson
  • Julie Brendt
  • Optimator
  • jewelryinwire
  • Carol C. Smith
  • william barr
  • Lori
  • Kirt Quesea Baab
  • david wood
  • mickenzie wallace
  • Terry Merrell
  • Karen Chambers
  • Barbara Wilkins
  • Jeannine Maynard
  • richard addo

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Barbara Wilkins

Speech Writing: How To Write A Good One?

Speech writing is in lots of ways similar writing a paper, apart from that there is no penalty for spelling and punctuation mistakes. You should not try to write words in your speech that you are not relaxed pronouncing or don't know the meaning of because it can lead to a less fluently delivered speech.

To be able to write a high-quality speech is a lot like making a good cake. Having the right elements is key for it's success. Every… Continue

Posted by Barbara Wilkins on December 1, 2009 at 11:19pm

Polly

Interested in submitting jewelry designs to magazines?

Magazines such as Stringing, Beadwork, Bead&Button, Art Jewelry, etc. need designs that interest their readers.

These are some of the qualities that the editors look for:
* eye-catching
* lays well for a photograph (some designs that look fantastic when worn, just don't lay flat for a photo)
* skill level appropriate for their reader base
* comes with a step-by-step how-to
* findable components (not fair to tease the readers with something you can't purchase or make)

What's in it for you?… Continue

Posted by Polly on November 10, 2009 at 8:12pm

Carol C. Smith

SCC Craft Show Sat. Nov. 7th

Hi - Just a note to tell people I will be displaying/selling (hopefully!) my art at the upcoming Spokane Community College Arts and Crafts show this Saturday. I am really looking forward to being in a show this big! (Only my 3rd show so far.) Hope people will come out and look! (And buy - these pieces will make unique and one-of-a-kind Christmas gifts!) I have many more pieces than are shown on this site!!

Thanks! : )

Posted by Carol C. Smith on November 5, 2009 at 8:30am

Carol C. Smith

What I do . . .

I started making my creations this summer. I had been collecting rocks, driftwood pieces, gemstones, shells, beads, etc. for many years. I finally decided to put them together to create what one friend has called "nature sculptures." Another friend has described them as "meditative pieces." They are, in a sense, miniature landscapes ~ tiny, peaceful, natural spaces in which one may place their consciousness for a time. I hope they bless your eyes and spirit!!

Posted by Carol C. Smith on October 26, 2009 at 9:04am

Linda Foster

My blog

If you are interested in what is happening with me my blog resides @ http://saoirseinspokane.blogspot.com/

Posted by Linda Foster on August 22, 2009 at 4:58pm

 

Welcome To Spokane Area Arts and Crafts Networking Community


This community was started as a means to simply bring a variety of local niche artists from the Spokane area together in hopes of creating interesting and unique opportunities for all members.

Members are not limited to the few arts categories within the site title. All area artists are encouraged join up, and benefit from networking within the Community.
When we think of Artists, our minds can travel to any number of artistic niches. An attempt to categorize or list us all could be never ending.

It is interesting though that many arts related events, shows, festivals, fairs, etc., comfortably combine an endless mix of all imaginable artistic related niches.

Aside from selling our wares at these events, they are also golden networking opportunities. Any number of business building possibilities. Unique, often surprising, and totally unexpected opportunities can present themselves.

These events let us network face to face. Both with other vendors, and of course any local artists walking in to attend.

These "face to face" networking opportunities can turn out to be much more valuable in the long term than any single sale as a vendor at these events.

That is the goal of this community. Except, to provide an "online" social network that can potentially let these same interesting, unique, surprising, and totally unexpected opportunities unfold between area artists.

Hey, maybe even make a friend or two while were here !

Latest Activity

Dina Michelle joined TaoGem's group
Silversmiths, metalsmith, and beading designers.
on Friday
Very nice!
February 2
Wow ! This is really nice... I like the other two you just added as well..
February 2
Dina Michelle added 9 photos
February 1
Love it !
February 1
Thank you ! This was a really nice jade cabochon that I picked up while living in Japan.The stone was set in this custom work for a wedding (Mother of the bride necklace)
February 1
Hi Dina All of the pieces you just added to your photos are super nice.. I like the stone in this one.. Can't quite make out what kind of mineral it is..
February 1
TaoGem added 5 photos to the album 'Odds and Ends Crafts'
February 1
Dina Michelle updated their profile
February 1
Dina Michelle is now a member of Spokane Crafts, Glass, Pottery, Lapidary, Jewelry, Misc Artists
February 1
Very nice Polly !!
January 29
My cramped personal workspace at home:
January 29
Polly joined TaoGem's group
Know of some local arts and crafts news ? Share it here !
January 29
yep!! Check out this panoramic virtual tour (wait a minute for it to load) and you'll see we have plenty to tempt you with! You can order anything in our catalog, plus we have tons of cool non-catalog beads and gemstone pendants, too: http://rings…
January 29
So as long as a person spends a 50.00 minimum, then no license or reseller permit is even necessary..
January 29
To barter or buy: Does anyone have a durable, freestanding jewelry table/bench they no longer need? I'd like something that is a good sitting *or* standing height, about the size of a good chopping block, for hammering on (I'd be putting a metal blo…
January 29

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TaoGem

Merry Christmas !!

Hope you all have a great Christmas !!

Started by TaoGem in Sample Title Dec. 24, 2009.

TaoGem

Antonio Pineda dies at 90; Mexican modernist silversmith

Antonio Pineda, the internationally renowned Mexican modernist silversmith who was praised for his bold, striking jewelry designs and ingenious use of gemstones, has died. He was 90. Read more......…

Started by TaoGem in Sample Title Dec. 22, 2009.

TaoGem

Looking for an art/crafts/jewelry related forum that is also pretty heavy into Etsy. 6 Replies

I just opened an Etsy store to try out. I know about the actual Etsy forum. Looking for something a bit different. Does anyone know of an arts, crafts, jewelry design related forum that also discus…

Started by TaoGem in Sample Title. Last reply by Polly Nov. 11, 2009.

TaoGem

An artistic ability we wish came as natural.. 2 Replies

I have always been limited to not being able to draw much more than those funny little human stick figures, basic square shaped houses with a few windows and chimney. Taking architectural drafting in…

Started by TaoGem in Uncategorized. Last reply by Polly Nov. 11, 2009.

TaoGem

Anyone setting up at the Spokane Community College Crafts Show ? 3 Replies

Just curious if any members here are planning to set up at the Community College in November. Pretty darn sure that I will be there !

Started by TaoGem in Sample Title. Last reply by TaoGem Nov. 9, 2009.

TaoGem

Do we have anyone here who is a member of the Eastern Washington Etsy Team ?

Actually, do any members here have an Etsy shop. I know one member, Tammy does.. Anyone else involved with Etsy ?

Started by TaoGem in Sample Title Oct. 18, 2009.

TaoGem

Does Your Business Offer Local Artists Consignment and or Trunk Show Opportunities ? 2 Replies

Does your Spokane area jewelry, bead, crafts, or other arts related store offer consignment and or trunk show opportunities for local artists?

Started by TaoGem in Uncategorized. Last reply by TaoGem Sep. 16, 2009.

TaoGem

Don't forget everyone about the Two Women Barn Bazaar Art & Antique Show

Don't forget about one of our members (Fielding) upcoming event next weekend.. Two Women Barn Bazaar Art & Antique Show

Started by TaoGem in Sample Title Sep. 13, 2009.

TaoGem

What are we all working on ?

Being a brand new site, so far we are just a few members... Still.... Just curious... No matter what your craft. Care to share what your working on these days? I have a bracelet in mind. Sure wou…

Started by TaoGem in Sample Title Aug. 26, 2009.

TaoGem

Anyone planning to participate in any upcoming events ?

I have only done one event. Since I still do not have a line of jewelry to offer, it is a little difficult to just sell gemstones at most events. I am planning on participating in the Art/Craft/Food…

Started by TaoGem in Sample Title Aug. 26, 2009.

TaoGem

Spokane / Newport / Coeur d' Alene Area Etsy Shops 1 Reply

After telling myself that would not go back to selling from within another community venue, I am giving Etsy a try. It just seems to be a really hot community. So now, what to do with it ? I see a…

Tagged: shop, art, crafts, alene, d

Started by TaoGem in Sample Title. Last reply by jewelryinwire Aug. 24, 2009.

TaoGem

Local Hands Northwest

. Want to share a bit about a Spokane art and crafts related business called Local Hands. While searching for interesting art and crafts related information through out the Spokane area, stumbled u…

Tagged: crafts, art, spokane

Started by TaoGem in Sample Title Aug. 20, 2009.

TaoGem

LapidaryArtists.org

I stumbled onto this today.. LapidaryArtists.org It is still in a testing mode/period. As a result they are offering three free months of listing within their marketplace. 75.00 value. Once you ap…

Started by TaoGem in Sample Title Aug. 20, 2009.

TaoGem

Gemstone and Jewelry Design Related Blog Interviews

A friend of mine is accepting requests to be considered for interviews on her blog. She has a really nice blog. If your looking for an additional opportunity to let people find and get to know you,…

Started by TaoGem in Sample Title Aug. 20, 2009.

TaoGem

Pottery Place Plus - A Cooperative of Fine Craft Artists

Pottery Place Plus Each month the Pottery Place Plus will host a new guest artists. Visit them to see some what their guests have to show you. Reception for the artists are on the First Friday of e…

Started by TaoGem in Sample Title Aug. 20, 2009.

Polly

Leftover Pieces of Stained Glass - also candy tins 1 Reply

On Friday, somone asked me as she left the Rings & Things warehouse - What can you do with leftover pieces of stained glass? She makes (large) stained glass pieces, and has previously thrown away…

Started by Polly in Uncategorized. Last reply by TaoGem Aug. 17, 2009.

Polly

Spokane-area fine craft shows? 2 Replies

Is there a central page someplace (here or elsewhere) that lists all the upcoming Spokane-area fine crafts, or arts & crafts shows? I too often miss local events (such as Glass on the Grass). Pl…

Tagged: shows, craft

Started by Polly in Sample Title. Last reply by TaoGem Aug. 11, 2009.

Notes

Notes Home

I am experimenting with the Notes feature here, and thought our newest member Julie need a little more exposure for her upcoming Crafter's Marketplace in the Valley.

So....... Quote from our Julie !

"I am getting ready to open a Crafter's Marketplace in the Valley and I am wondering if there is a need for this type of venue. The crafters would rent space in the building and have their own boo… Continue

Created by TaoGem Aug 1, 2009 at 2:57am. Last updated by TaoGem Jan 17.

How to promote your Etsy Shop

Promote your etsy shop part one !

This is good stuff..  Enjoy..
Continue

Created by TaoGem Oct 20, 2009 at 2:36am. Last updated by TaoGem Oct. 20, 2009.

Newport Treasures on Foxwood Event Is Big Success !

  Visitors and vendors could not have asked for more beautiful weather for the two day event.
  The hosts for the event we just awesome! They had water brought around to the vendors, free lunches, and what beautiful pieces of property.

  Next year Treasures on Foxwood will be hosting two events. One in June and also August.

  There was a local business that did leach off theContinue

Created by TaoGem Aug 10, 2009 at 10:15am. Last updated by TaoGem Aug. 10, 2009.

Spokane Newport Sandpoint Crafts, Jewelry, Antique, Gemstones, and Collectibles Event / Show / Festival


It will be held on the grounds of a Victorian Tea House (the one in the photo I took above) and a lovely home just across the lane.
  Admission is free, and there are seventy plus vendors . Vendors will cover everything from antiques, collectibles, vintage goods, primitives and arts and crafts. Then of course my gemstones too !
  Both homes will have vendors set up… with the one across the lane featuring more artists. An expected 2500 people attending.
  Another great thing… Continue

Created by TaoGem Aug 6, 2009 at 6:38pm. Last updated by TaoGem Aug. 7, 2009.

 
 

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