How to make a Ruby Violet necklace and cuff inspired by Lilla Rogers' book I Just Like to MakeThings

Now I haven't done a giveaway in a while, so today I am going to rectify that. This super special giveaway includes a copy of the super creatively inspiring and educational I Just Like to Make Things:
Learn the Secrets to Making Money while Staying Passionate about your Art and Craft and a bunch of Lilla Rogers' line of bling bits, Ruby Violet.

 Answer the "Bloomin' question":

Do you garden and what do grow? Would you like to read about gardening here at Craftside along with all the crafty goodness I bring you and the Tasty Friday recipes?

Leave your comment here by Midnight Wednesday April 24th, 2013 and we will randomly pick a winner.

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Oh and for a second chance at this great combo pack pop on over to Craft Gossip Recycling.

Now, as previously stated above I Just Like to Make Things is a super inspiring book and I wanted to share with you a bit of what I made inspired by the book with some of Ruby Violet findings.

One of the super cool things about these findings is they come with little tiny paper brads that make assembling the pieces beyond easy! I did, however, mix it up and use a bit of recycled chain to complete the necklace.

For the cuff I wire wrapped the embellishment to the strap. Can I tell you how quick and easy and fun these were to make? I think you can see for yourself.

If you like to be inspired to make stuff you will love this book or if you like on-line classes pop on over to Lilla's site to find out more (she has an on-line class)!

I Just Like to Make Things:
Learn the Secrets to Making Money while Staying Passionate about your Art and Craft

By

Lilla Rogers

Gain a wealth of information, inspiration, and know-how on moving your artistic career forward from one of the most successful illustration agents in the industry!

I Just Like to Make Things is a dazzling, colorful volume of career and personal advice for artists, filled with ideas, playsheets (as opposed to worksheets), case studies, and tools for staying inspired and creative. These pages are grounded in the wisdom and experience gleaned from a long and buzzing career as creative juggernaut Lilla Rogers shares her analysis of leveraging various working styles and ways to keep your art fresh. Artist interviews provide inside details about the best jobs, as well as tips on how to work smart and stay creative. You’ll also find annotated case studies of several successful art jobs, in addition to coloring book pages, hand-drawn charts, and lots of crazy fun.

Acquire real-life, professional advice from an artist known for setting the trend with I Just Like to Make Things!

Lilla Rogers was a full-time, highly successful illustrator beginning in 1984 with clients ranging from theNew York Times, Takishamaya, Barneys New York, and Levi’s. She had agents in Tokyo, Paris, and New York. In 1994 her top students asked her to represent them. Since that time, Lilla Rogers Studio has become one of the most respected illustration agencies in the US, with clients in Europe and Asia and known for setting trend. Being an illustrator and teacher allows Lilla the unique position of helping her artists grow as she fully understands the creative process and how to nurture the best in each artist. She has lectured internationally at conferences and trade shows, such as the Illustration Conference (ICON) and PrintsourceNewYork, colleges and corporations, and is interviewed for her expertise as an agent, trendsetter, and artist. She lives in Arlington, MA. Visit her online at http://www.lillarogers.com.

   

 

Comments

[Alice Clark]

I try to grow flowers, down here in the hot, red-clay earth of East Texas. Zinnias, salvias and Knock-Out Roses are major mainstays, as well as a variety of hardy natives. (I used to call them *weeds* but now it's *natives* - sounds smarter.) I'd gladly read more about gardening on Craftside. Meanwhile, thanks for the chance to win some bling AND the incredible Lilla Rogers book!

[Shari harniss]

I'm in east Texas, too! Houston. We grow veggies and herbs in pots. Easier to control the loss of moisture and weeds.
Thanks for the giveaway- love to win!

[Melody]

I would like to read about gardening here. I don't garden yet. I'm thinking of starting with an herb garden.

[Ashleyeglidewell.blogspot.com]

I tried to start a container garden last year and failed miserably. The only thing I ever got to grow was a big pot of mint. I've learned my lesson and switched to indoor succulents. I haven't watered them in months and they're still growing strong! I'd rather stick to crafts.

[jonquil]

Currently I have to do a container garden, mostly indoors. I will be growing herbs, radishes, sprouts.

[sharon gullikson]

I am a gardener from way back. Flowers and veggies, and ever berries.

[Natasha Poteraj]

I grow succulents in pots, and everything else in the ground.

[Christina]

I garden mint on my balcony for tea. I also sort of garden by making sprouts in the kitchen.

[heather b]

I wish i could garden. Seriously my alone vera is begging to die right now. If i could though, i would love all sorts of veggies and herbs. If i was super gardener... I would love to have honeysuckle flowers and such too.

[Mary Mac]

I have a pretty nice size flower garden, and try to grown a variety of plants.