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Trace for Fall 2014

I am thrilled to unveil my fall 2014 collection, Trace!  For this collection, I wanted to play with texture, color, and light.  As a result of focusing on hammering, while eliminating semi-precious stones, I feel that this collection has returned to my roots as a metalsmith.  The layers of texture utilize light...
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Custom Ceremony {Update}

One of the main reasons for closing Schatzelein last year and building a studio behind our house was to give me more time to expand fail along with expanding my creative talents and skills.  Designing and crafting custom ceremony rings was something I wanted to focus on, not only because...
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Fostering Creativity Pt 1- Creative Spaces

Behind the scenes of fail I have been thinking long and hard about shaping the future of my brand and my place within it.  Moving into the new studio last year was a welcome shift in my focus and attention. It wasn’t really until the beginning of 2014 that I...
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Process – Ra Hinge Bracelet

I am finally getting back to showing you some more insight into our “process” and what it takes to bring these pieces to life.  This week I am focusing on the now classic Ra Hinge Bracelet. The Ra Hinge Bracelet was originally introduced as part of the Giza collection in...
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fail HOME launch

I am thrilled to announce the official launch of fail HOME!  I have been dreaming about a home collection for the past 2 years, and with the new studio setup, I was finally able to make this dream a reality. The collection is built upon organic hand-cut and hammered brass...
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fail Spring 2014

I am please to present my spring 2014 collection, Pecos!  Born in West Texas, this collection takes its cues from the rugged landscape and soft dusty hues seen in the remote Texas desert.  I was once again inspired to use semi precious stones in unique ways, and I was also...
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Process – Large Half Moon Hoop

I am beginning a new series called Process, The Making of a Piece.  Through this series, I am hoping to break down how our jewelry is made to give you a little more insight into what it takes to bring these pieces to life. I am starting out featuring one...
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Eric Bonnin Ceramics

So, it’s been a while since my last post!  I have been doing a lot of organizing here at the studio, prepping for holiday, and took a few scouting trips to Dallas and New York. I went to NYC as a participant in the Martha Stewart American Made Workshop Series...
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fail Fall 2013

I am pleased to launch my fall 2013 collection, Ellipse!  For this collection I focused on softer rounded shapes and a more organic feeling.  I also incorporated more color than ever before with organic turquoise, iolite, kyanite, and lapis nuggets.  I really enjoyed being more sculptural with this collection, layering...
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Chicago Here I Come!

Once again, I am headed to Chicago for the Renegade Craft Fair!  I will debut the new Ellipse collection in brilliant Turquoise, Kyanite & Iolite.  I put a sneak peek down below, but can’t wait to get your reactions in person!  For those of you who cant make the show,...
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fail – Behind the Scenes

As some of you may know, my journey over the past 3 years has been pretty amazing, crazy, and not at all expected!  When I was laid off, 3 1/2 years ago, it wasn’t necessarily a surprise, but getting a “pink slip” isn’t easy, no matter how prepared you are. ...
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Lee Coren {maker}

I found the lookbook for Israeli designer Lee Coren in my inbox this morning and immediately taken!  Lee’s pieces are so fresh and light, and the lookbook was shot so simply and beautifully.  Each pieces is a limited edition screen print, printed by Lee, with the look of sophisticated textiles...
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DIY Weekend

I wanted to share a few ideas for some fun DIY projects to fill your weekend.  I can live vicariously through the projects you have time to tackle, since I will be working on displays for my upcoming trade show in Vegas, but wishing I was making one of these! ...
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Designing a studio from the ground up!

It might be a little obvious that I have been pretty busy lately with the lack of posts coming your way.  I spent July finishing the studio and running around on the West Coast for 3 shows.  I basically took the one of the slower times of year and made...
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RIP JJ Cale

I found JJ Cale’s 5 album in my record collection a few years and it is one of my go to favorites.  I was sad to learn that he passed away late last week.  This is one of my favorites!Filed under: music
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Renegade Craft Fair – San Francisco

The last of my July shows is upon me!  I’m packing up and heading back to the Bay Area for the Renegade Craft Fair at the beautiful Ft Mason Center.  Swing by this Saturday and Sunday July 27th & 28th from 11-7pm.  For all of you in San Francisco, this...