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Not your everyday handmade pottery jewelry!JLK Jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17883154489908156146noreply@blogger.comBlogger163125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339373721613320808.post-54031426171384770602016-02-12T04:46:00.002-08:002016-03-24T12:35:14.819-07:002016 Show Schedule<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Catawba Valley Pottery Festival<br />
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April 30-May 1, 2016<br />
The Art Market at Historic Honey Horn<br />
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Artsplosure<br />Raleigh, NC<br />
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Celebration of Seagrove Potters, Seagrove, NCJLK Jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17883154489908156146noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339373721613320808.post-1912977891365143542014-02-04T06:26:00.002-08:002014-02-04T06:26:32.145-08:00Will You Be Mine?Clay, silver, semi-precious stones with a message inside. Perfect for a Valentine's Day gift.<br />
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Join the Seagrove Potters of Historic Busbee Road on February 8 for a Valentine's Day Celebration. Refreshments, lots of new work and surprises await. You can find the brochure and map at <a href="http://www.potteryofbusbeeroad.com/">www.potteryofbusbeeroad.com</a>. The shop at Jugtown Pottery opens at 8:30 am this Saturay.<br />
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Cooler weather and the Potter's Market Invitational at the Mint Museum on Randolph Road, Charlotte on Saturday, the 7th of September (this coming Saturday!). Open from 10-5, the weather is forecast to be perfect. These smallish flasks will make their debut there, small enough to fit in your pocket, and large enough for whatever you might want to store inside them! Flask by Pam Owens, tops by JLK Jewelry.<br />
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September 14, 2013 I will have new items at the Historic West End <a href="http://www.artsfestws.com/" target="_blank">Artsfest</a>, held in Grace Court in Winston-Salem from 10-5. This is an outdoor show in a lovely park, with music and 65 artists. Held every 2 years, this will be my third year attending.<br />
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My work is changing, so come and see what new items I am making!JLK Jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17883154489908156146noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339373721613320808.post-66508965888069777042013-07-14T19:17:00.001-07:002013-07-14T19:20:00.408-07:00Butterfly Galore........The rain has been so plentiful and wonderus!<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">We have so many butterflies this year. Is it the rain, that brought the flowers, that brought the butterflies?</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sun patiens and geraniums, along with an over exuberent iris, she send her seeds all over and though we thought she was a water plants, we have them all over! But really huge in the water garden-time to separate her!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sphynx like she is, and abundently accompanied in our gardens, we have loved having so many of these beautiful moths, just like a hummingbird but smaller. We have many, many hummingbirds around the feeders this year.</td></tr>
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<br />JLK Jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17883154489908156146noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339373721613320808.post-48129095507753903402013-06-27T06:52:00.004-07:002013-06-27T06:52:47.952-07:00The Beauty of Rain and State of the UnionWhat a change this year. It has been a very wet and temperate spring, so very nice and welcomed. But when it is hot, it is hot! The rain brought out a lot of our flowering plants this year.<br />
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I wish I had more time to spend in the gardens because not only are the flowering plants growing by leaps and bounds, so are the weeds!<br />
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I was very pleased that President Obama put forth his climate change plan. It is scary how much we are doing to harm our planet. And it is scary how we are reverting backwards in time with regard to woman and their rights. I thought I left that behind when I left the male dominated corporate world to move to my own little world. How can these people continue to get away with such bad behavior and lack of knowledge? How can we as individuals make changes?<br />
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We picked up some fresh swordfish, that I grilled on my new stainless steel grill grid (a nice big one this time!). I minced up basil, lemon balm and mint, with some olive oil and lemon juice to brush over it. I also roasted some beets from the garden, with a little leftover quinoa and tomato salad with delicious Feta cheese from Bulgaria, it was a delicious feast.<br />
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We have loads of vegetables in the frig after our visit to Super G the other day, my favorite international grocery store in Greensboro (we go there at least every 10 days or so!). I roasted tomatillos, onions, garlic a variety of peppers, then pulsed them in the Cusinart with cilantro, cumin and lime juice. It is delicious as is, but sometimes I'll add some chopped avocado to it. I froze half of it, as it does freeze well.<br />
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I am gluten free, and today we were looking at some sites about traveling in France and Italy, and I came across a recipe for Socco, aka Farinata, a street food in southern France and Italy. It is made by stirring chickpea flour into a mixture of water<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water" title="Water"></a> and olive oil to form a loose batter<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Batter_%28cooking%29" title="Batter (cooking)"></a>, and baking it in the open oven. A tin-plated copper baking-pan is used, though I ended up using a stainless pan in the oven at 500! It sits for 2 hours before cooking.
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I always love to find new GF recipes, that are good! I am working on perfecting a GF pizza crust that is close to the one made by Against the Grain, on of my fav GF pizzas. Way more cost effective to make your own! It is dairy full, but using almond milk and Manchego you can avoid the dairy effect if need be.</div>
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April 19, in a matter of minutes, during a strong storm, Mother Nature swept through and knocked over large oaks and took the roof of the barn with her. That was the only damage, though we watched a tree snap in half and fall less than 10 feet from our house.<br />
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Just back from the Catawba Valley Pottery Festival. It was another good year for me in Hickory, and it was great to see old friends again. Thanks to all who came to the show!</div>
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THRIVE MAGAZINE, Volume II, Issue 4, April 2013</div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">I am getting ready for the Catawba Pottery Festival next weekend and so have been making some new necklaces. Here are a few of them. Feedback, private or public, is appreciated:) Don't be shy.</span><br />
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<br />JLK Jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17883154489908156146noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339373721613320808.post-79563226576899798412013-03-01T06:28:00.004-08:002013-03-01T06:28:54.454-08:00Like a Lion?<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">It doesn't seem that way today. March seems to be coming in like a breath of spring. February passed by quickly, and i stayed busy in the studio coming up with new pieces and getting ready for the Catawba Valley Pottery Festival in 3 weeks, as well as starting an etsy shop and updating and upgrading <a href="http://www.jlkjewelry.com/" target="_blank">my web site. </a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Even the koi and goldfish are swimming near the top of the fish pond. Lots of good things are happening. Thank you universe!</span>JLK Jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17883154489908156146noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6339373721613320808.post-75682040337247120562013-02-18T05:25:00.002-08:002013-02-18T05:25:26.133-08:00And 2200+ Degrees Later<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I have been doing cedar planked salmon on the grill for the past year. My nephew gave me a rough cut cedar board and we cut it into 8" lengths, sanded the topand are able to use them time and time again. Usually I just salt and pepper the salmon and cook it but last night I tried something a little different since we had friends over. I am going to keep the glaze on hand from now on!</div>
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In a small pan combine: 1 cup pure maple syrup, 2 tablespoons finely grated peeled fresh ginger, 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 3 tablespoons soy sauce (I use gluten free) and 2 tsp of minced garlic. Simmer it for about 30 minutes until it is thick. Add another 1-2 tbl fresh lemon juice.<br />
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Etched sterling silver earrings. I have finally ordered some supplies to make it easier for me to do my etching on sterling. In the past I hand drew each design before soaking it in the acid. I still hand draw my patterns, but now it won't take nearly so long! These are 2-1/4" long including the handmade ear wire that closes, so it makes it more difficult to lose an earring.</div>
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Red lentils are a favorite of mine, especially in the winter. They are rich in protein, fiber and minerals, with a cup providing nearly 40% of your daily recommended protein.<br />
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Red lentils contain a significant amount of fiber, both soluble and insoluble. They help to lower
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lower the level of the amino acid homocysteine, which inn high levels increases your risk of heart attack and magnesium which is vital to many of the body's functions. What's not to like about these!<br />
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Chop one large onion and 2-3 carrots and saute in olive oil. Chop into bite sized pieces 1.5-2# of chicken (I used organic chicken thighs) and add to pan, along with 5-6 cloves chopped garlic and 3-4 tbsp minced ginger. Stir this around and cook over medium low heat. Add a couple tbsp of cumin, coriander, turmeric, red pepper flakes (to your taste) and some s&p. Mix and let cook a few minutes then add 2-3 cups of red lentils and 6-7 cups of chicken stock (I used organic better than broth and water). Let this simmer for about 30 minutes. If it is too thick add some water. Taste and adjust seasonings. This makes a very hearty soup and a one dish meal. It is really good with chopped cilantro on top, but it was to wet out for me to run to the garden to pick it! This can easily be made as a vegetarian soup by omitting the chicken and chicken stock and adding butternut squash or sweet potatoes, coconut milk, greens, etc. It is a great base for a comfort soup with all kinds of ingredients.<br />
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Finally I am back in the studio full time! I had my sketch book with me over the holidays and it seems that I want to stay on the botanical theme. I am also finding that I want to add lots of texture, and that is not new for me either. This piece is based on mums and is hammer textured and finished with a patina. So same theme, but totally new piece!<br />
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I am still working on shows for 2013, some applications are not yet available. First show will be at the end of March in Hickory: Catawba Valley Pottery Festival. I have slots open for home shows, so if you'd like to earn some jewelry credit, give me a call and let's plan a party.<br />
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I hope to be a better blogger and photographer this year. And to not find any more abandoned animals. On Dec 2 I found two abandoned pups not far from our home one night. They were about 13 weeks old. It took a little while, but we found a good home for one and decided to keep the other. I had totally forgotten what having a puppy is like, and this one doesn't seem to be grasping the concept of not peeing or pooping in the garage or house. She is adorable, Bacchus our dog seems to like her and she adores him and loves the cats too. Wes named her Gracie. All my pictures of her are on my phone. So picture to follow.<br />
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Happy New Year All!<br />
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<br />I have several shows coming up, and hope you
will stop by if you are in the neighborhood. You can still <a href="http://jlkjewelry.us2.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=558770956d9dd70b173444697&id=d69e7d7c52&e=1a19928912" style="color: #336699; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">schedule a home</a> party this year, check with me on
dates!<br /><br />
<span style="color: brown;"><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">September
15, 2012 Charlotte, NC</span></strong></span><br /><strong>8th Annual Potters
Market Invitational, </strong><br />Mint Museum Randolph, Charlotte,
NC<br />10am-4pm<br />For one day only! Forty outstanding North Carolina potters
will sell their sculptures and vessels under the tent on the grounds of Mint
Museum Randolph. Collectors and non-collectors alike love this opportunity to
purchase modern heirlooms from exceptional artists working in a variety of
styles.<br />
Enjoy live music and pottery making demonstrations! Purchase lunch onsite
from Delectables by Holly or bring a picnic basket and enjoy your own lunch on
the lawn.<br />
<strong>Admission</strong>: $10 ($8 after 2 PM) <strong>Early
Admission</strong>: Starts at 9:15 AM with a $100 Sponsorship i<a href="http://jlkjewelry.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=558770956d9dd70b173444697&id=d50d4087b4&e=1a19928912" style="color: #336699; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">nformation here</a><br /><br /><span style="color: brown;"><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">September 27,
2012 Asheboro, NC</span></strong></span><br /><strong>Just Jewelry at Santosha
Yoga Studio</strong><br />130 S Church Street (next to the farmer's market),
Asheboro, NC<br />6pm-9pm<br />Spend a relaxed evening with us in our Loft studio
and choose your own ornaments from a selection of Local Artists
Hand-CraftedJewelry! Refreshments & Wine by Lumina make it a Girl’s Night
Out!<br /><br />
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<span style="color: brown;"><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">October 7, 2012 Greensboro,
NC</span></strong></span><br /><strong>Art in the Arboretuem
</strong><br />Greensboro, NC<br />12pm-5pm<br />A juried art and fine craft exhibit
and sale held in the outdoor gallery of the Greensboro Arboretum. Artists from
throughout the region gather to exhibit their hand-crafted offerings along the
garden's paved walkways. Activities, entertainment, food and more are also
included to make this a wonderful afternoon outing. Admission is free.<br /> </div>
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<strong><span style="color: brown;"><span style="font-size: 18px;">October 13, 2012 Waynesville, NC</span></span><br />29th
Annual Church Street Arts & Craft Show, Waynesville, NC</strong><br />10am -
5pm<br />Main Street is transformed into an art & craft marketplace for this
one-day event; widely known as one of the finest juried art shows in the region.
Live mountain music & clogging, entertainment, food.</div>
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<span style="color: brown;"><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">November 16-18, 2012 Seagrove,
NC</span></strong></span><br /><strong>Celebration of Seagrove Potters
</strong><br />Historic Lucks Bean Cannery Seagrove, NC<br />a gathering of
remarkable clay artists united in showcasing the traditional and contemporary
pottery of the historic Seagrove community.<br /><a href="http://jlkjewelry.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=558770956d9dd70b173444697&id=ce933b4f88&e=1a19928912" style="color: #336699; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">www.celebrationofseagrovepotters.com</a><br /> </div>
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<span style="color: brown;"><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">December 1, 2012 Seagrove
NC</span></strong></span><br /><strong>Jugtown Pottery Holiday Kiln
Opening</strong><br />8:30am-5pm</div>
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Forged
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Big
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The fall 2012 Jewelry Trends say that necklaces and bracelets will big and bold. This new piece follows that in every way. the bright blue pottery cabochons are mottled with color. The leaf is hand forged sterling silver and measures 3-1/4", and hard to see in my (unprofessionally done) photo, are two labradorite drops. This fits beautifully around your neck, is not too heavy and will make a bold statement.</div>
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This will be available for purchase starting at the Mint Museum's <br />Potter's Market Invitational on September 15, 2012.</div>
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this is what my husband said to me, as he was reading about Japanese Hornets, after discovering a nest of huge hornets a tree not far from the house. If they swarm and sting, well watch out. Holy crap. We've had them here before, one night last year when I was grilling and went out to flip the chicken, there they were all around the light. He handed me out a can of wasp spray and the next morning I counted 30 bodies. Luckily, they weren't aggessive, that night, but I backed off the deck to spray in fear of being attacked. But now hundreds going in and out of the tree.<br />
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My nephew and BIL brought over a zapper, which they had used to eradicate a big nest in the attic of their shop. It is working.<br />
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My home made trap (from an internet suggestion) has gotten two of them. It is apple cider vinegar (organic no less, sugar and soap).<br />
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Travis did tell us that these are not Japanese hornets, but European hornets. I have just confirmed this on the NC Extension site. They are by the way, the only true hornet in the US. I also found some info that has us in conflict. "Their diet consists mainly of large insects such grasshoppers,
flies, bees, and yellow jackets." They are good for the garden, bad for honey bees, and they are not aggressive. Though their workers are female (hundreds of them) and they will overwinter to start new hives. If stung it will be worse than a bee sting, and I do know someone that has a scar from a sting 3 years ago.<br />
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They are right across from our decks, one of which is where I grill, often after dark, in front of a French glass door, with a light on by the grill. They are attracted to a light. So here is the conflict. They are good for gardens and eradicating grasshoppers (which I do not like with a passion), and one site called them gentle giants. Sometimes too much information is not a good thing. <br />
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Today I made a Vegetarian (and could be Vegan without the HB eggs) Garbanzo Bean Salad.<br />
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I soaked chick peas over night and put them on to cook this morning, along with some eggs for extra protein. <br />
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We have a lot of peppers and cucumbers from the garden right now, so I chopped them up with some onion and spicy B&B pickles. I added some crushed roasted garlic (This is so easy to do, and saves a lot of $ over buying roasted garlic at one of the olive bars. I have been doing this out on the grill but you can do it in the oven....we love garlic in this house and I put handfuls of peeled garlic in an open foil tray with olive oil and roast it while I am cooking dinner on the grill. More on that later, probably cedar plank salmon, a favorite, but I digress).<br />
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Mix together all the veggies, eggs and chick peas. Stir together a little olive oil (I used organic Tuscan Olive Oil), a fresh squeezed lemon and some mustard, sprinkle in cumin, salt and pepper and mix it all together. Taste and adjust seasonings.<br />
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In jewelry news........................I am now doing in Home Jewelry Parties. This is a great way to have a fun party, and earn credit towards jewelry! Besides getting ready for a jewelry show, I am gearing up for Art in the Park in Blowing Rock on August 11 and the Potters Market Invitational at the Mint Museum in Charlotte on September 15. Stay tuned for new ideas and designs, as well as Jennie cooking!</div>
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You can print a pdf of the actual size of this from my website, <a href="http://www.jlkjewelry.com/">www.jlkjewelry.com</a>. It is an easy way to know what your ring size it.</div>
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These on the other hand are one size fits all!</div>
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