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A new but rather lonely Facebook page - can you help cheer it up?
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Hi everyone,I'm very new to Facebook and have just launched a page for my handmade jewellery - http://www.facebook.com/ana.benedicta - if anyone…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Jolanta Podgajna May 22, 2012.

 

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Welcome to Adornments by Ana Benedicta

I am an artisan jewellery designer and metalsmith indulging my passion for creating beautiful pieces of unique handmade jewellery. I work with precious metals and gemstones and my current style relies heavily on sterling silver, although I occassionally embelish designs with elements of gold.

Find me online:
www.anabenedicta.co.uk

www.abenedicta.wordpress.com

I use many of the traditional skills of the metalsmith to bring my creations to life: piercing, hammering, forming, filing and soldering are the backbone of every piece. Stone-setting, etching, fusing, oxidation and reticulation are just some of the techniques used to add texture, colour and interest. In the future I hope to incorporate enamelling into my designs - this is an art and a craft in itself with which I am only just beginning to experiment.

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"OMG, it's bucketing it down with rain again - feels much to bloomin cold for that - where's the snow?"
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Geometric Cross Pendant

A handmade solid sterling silver pendant with a geometric cross design - Commissioned October 2012
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"Great stuff on my FB page today http://ning.it/NGZMuL Business:Reach the High Street on a budget? Rent a Shelf | TBOBHandmade & photos too!"
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"An inspiration piece for artists everywhere - sit down with a mug of something warming and enjoy http://ning.it/JPMk06"
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Sterling Silver Rambling Rose Bangle

This is a beautifully simple piece with a rambling rose pattern winding its way around the bangle; the bangle has a matt finish but the raised rose design has been polished to a high shine so it really stands out.
May 10, 2012
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Sterling Silver Rambling Rose Bangle

This is a beautifully simple piece with a rambling rose pattern winding its way around the bangle; the bangle has a matt finish but the raised rose design has been polished to a high shine so it really stands out.
May 10, 2012
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Sarah Crispin left a comment for Ana Benedicta
"Hi Ana Thank you for your welcome & kind words.  Its great to get to know people as Im just starting out & its all a bit new! Your jewellery is amazing - do you sell at shows or do you have a shop? I live in a very small village about a…"
May 9, 2012
Rebecca New left a comment for Ana Benedicta
"Hi Ana, thanks for your message.  I don't have my own website at the moment, but I have shops on Folksy and MISI.  I sometimes do some of the craft events in the Portsmouth area, which includes the boutique markets at the Guildhall.…"
May 7, 2012
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Handmade on Facebook

Past the link to your company page on facebook in the discussion forum below to expand your fans or group members.A regularly updated list of company names and links will be posted to make sure we all get them all!See More
May 6, 2012
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A new but rather lonely Facebook page - can you help cheer it up?

Hi everyone,I'm very new to Facebook and have just launched a page for my handmade jewellery - http://www.facebook.com/ana.benedicta - if anyone here's on FB and has the time to spare to take a quick look, I'd be so happy if you'd 'like' it or favorite it; it's a little sad and lonely at the moment!With thanks in advance for your time and help.Ana xSee More
May 6, 2012
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Sterling Silver Deco Earrings

Delicate Art Deco style earrings hand pierced from sterling silver; they have both a polished and matt finish
May 4, 2012
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May 4, 2012

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At 21:54 on May 8, 2012, Sarah Crispin said…

Hi Ana

Thank you for your welcome & kind words.  Its great to get to know people as Im just starting out & its all a bit new! Your jewellery is amazing - do you sell at shows or do you have a shop? I live in a very small village about a mile from the sea called Axmouth which is situated in between Beer & Lyme Regis.  Not far from Honiton at all! Its a beautiful area & Im very lucky as I can walk/run with my 3 Dalmatians in fields, woods & beaches but it can be a bit isolating! I walk them for an hour twice a day & rarely meet anyone if i stay in Axmouth! 

I have changed my Facebook link so hopefully this will work now.  Busy setting up a website this week & hoping this will help promote my things. 

I shall visit your website tomorrow & like your Facebook page!

Thank you again for your lovely welcome,

Sarah x

At 8:55 on May 7, 2012, Rebecca New said…

Hi Ana, thanks for your message.  I don't have my own website at the moment, but I have shops on Folksy and MISI.  I sometimes do some of the craft events in the Portsmouth area, which includes the boutique markets at the Guildhall.  I am also on Facebook and Twitter.

http://folksy.com/shops/Beadyize

http://beadyize.misi.co.uk

or

www.facebook.com/beadyize

Have had a look at your work, and it is amazing.  So beautiful.

Thanks again,

Rebecca

At 15:32 on February 22, 2012, Ailsa Poll said…

Thanks for your comments Ana - it is sometimes tricky to find things that have been written!

At 16:45 on January 24, 2011, ginny said…
hello from a fellow hampshire girl. love your beautiful creations
At 1:00 on January 15, 2011, Jemma L Murphy said…

Hi Ana,

Thank you for your lovely welcome to the forum, im still getting my bearings, but i think im getting the hang of it. Thank you also for you kind comments on my pieces i take that as a huge compliment because you are obviously very talented in your craft, your items are stunning, and they photograph so clearly. Ive always wanted to combine metal with paper but havent the time or space, ( or even the foggiest idea about metal work lol) but its something i'll may look at in the future.

All the best with your shop,

Jem

 

At 19:24 on January 13, 2011, Karen Mitchell said…

Hi Ana,

Thank you for your kind comments about my mosaics. Thank you for tweeting it for me. I took a look at your folksy shop too, it looks great and I love your jewellery. How long have you been making it for? good luck with your shop too! karen x

At 21:46 on January 12, 2011, Ailsa Poll said…
Ana, I love your pictures - you make me quite envious! Beautiful work... I look forward to seeing more! Ailsa
At 10:38 on November 29, 2010, Illusio said…
Hi there Ana..

Welcome to the group, if you need a hand then just shout out. To get the best out of the forum and customisation tips for your page, read this useful post. http://craftbloguk.blogspot.com/2010/03/uk-handmade.html

Best wishes
Lorrie

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Friendship with a Twist

Maori Single Twist Silver Pendant

Maori Single Twist Sterling Silver Pendant

I always feel especially happy when I'm asked by a friend to create a bespoke piece of jewellery.  On this occasion, it was even more special as it was to be a gift commissioned in celebration of a 40th birthday and the design had to reflect both the birth date and, more importantly, the significance…

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Posted on December 6, 2012 at 16:30 — 4 Comments

'Heart's Desire' - Celtic Knot Charm Bracelet

I've a real passion for Celtic knotwork and after the success of the Celtic Cross pendant I was longing to explore more ideas.

Charm bracelets are still proving very popular, so I thought I'd have a go at…

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Posted on November 20, 2012 at 15:30 — 2 Comments

A Pendant of Silver and Ice

'Fossils in Silver' Pendant with Ice Blue Topaz

Having achieved a more three dimensional effect by shaping and doming the etched fossil shapes to make the…

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Posted on October 2, 2012 at 17:16

'A Mosaic of Fossils' Sterling Silver Cuff Bangle

Mosaic of Fossils in Silver Cuff Bangle

'Mosaic of Fossils in Silver' Cuff Bangle

 

Following on from last week's post, here are some images of the finished Cuff Bangle.  I'm delighted with this piece and already contemplating how I can use this stunning etch design on another creation.  Perhaps a necklace with three etched drops of silver each with a few highlights of 24ct gold?  Mmmm, worth a…

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Posted on August 29, 2012 at 20:20

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