♡ happy new week ​♡
​I’m back!
I got around to working on some jewelry designs! They’re one off’s and definitely mock ups for now, but it was fun to bring some old brainstorms to life : )
I’ve had the idea of the inchworm/caterpillar bracelet in my sketchbook the longest. I decided to use the hungry caterpillar as inspiration, but I could imagine having some variety in the patterns and colors. I think another cute inspiration would be the inchworm beanie baby “Inch” the Inchworm. (more color, less legs) I’m still unsure on the little feet, which were also inspired by the design of the hungry caterpillar. I guess I just can’t tell if they translate the same. I guess instead of trying to attach two little feet with one jump ring I could always have them individually? Maybe something worth trying. I think next time I’d make the little green spines on the top to be a more noticeable shade of green. I also think I’d like to test a smaller design for a less bulky appearance – although I do like the statement jewelry nature of this larger version.
 
I was most excited initially about the caterpillar/worm piece but I think my favorite pieces to come from this batch were the little heads! I think there’s just enough simplicity in the design that it wouldn’t take forever to draw and assemble, but also add a little interest with the little swaying ponytails and earrings. I also think the sizes off the bat were just what I was looking for.
 
I was also feeling pretty excited about the larger head piece with segmented braided ponytails, but I think the design’s going to need work. I wanted it to be a larger statement piece, but almost think the size I went with turned out a bit awkward. I was also quick to use my standard silver jump rings, but feel like a different color would make more sense. Idk maybe I’ll put more thought into it
 
I guess along the same lines of an extra-long statement earring was the primary colored circles. I doodled this one up free hand just to get an idea of the size, and I like it! I think next time I would prefer the uniformity of a pair made with perfect circles from a stencil, but the length was alright for now. I’d maybe go longer.
I’m glad I finally gave these designs a try. I have more, I just figures I’d start with a batch I knew I could finish before the new week. I’ll probably do more in the near future. That and re-vamping some old designs that I’d love to make more of. Keep an eye out for those o-0
​
Also, before the trip I did a little adding to the junk journal, so I’ve got some progress pics. It’s gotten so full since I’ve posted last – I save everything I get that could possibly fit in there. VVVVV
⚝ This week: stamps ⚝
​In the spirit of picking up projects I haven’t in a while, I think I’m going to work on stamps this week. I have a few that have been works in progress for too long now, and think I can finish some before the week is up. I’ll share pics and progress next week <3

Til then
Thanks for stopping by
Xoxo
Benzie