I recently blogged about Karin Roy Andersson and here is 2nd part of her collection:

A Constant Grinding II
This is the second part of this series of self-portraits. They are made of my latest addiction, or more correctly what remains after consuming kilograms and kilograms of it. The fact that they are hybrids of wood from trees very common in Sweden and fruits imported from countries far away, and that the materials match both in colour, texture and expression gives them another dimension.

Brooch, 2011, galia melon …

I received an e-mail from Melissa which made me want to blog about her. These pictures are from her Paper Diamond series. Detalis about the serie: 2007/2008, enamel, copper, sterling silver, 23k gold leaf, pearl, cast plastic, thread.
You can find more of her work at her website.

I received an e-mail from Karin Roy Andersson telling me about her projects. The story behind these pieces of jewellery caught my attention. It is a strong and important message. She writes:
A Pieceful Swedish Smörgåsbord
Sweden – the land of the tall blond beauties raised in a safe wealthy society with small red and white houses. A country, which often is seen as a role model for its equality and social work, is now showing new sides.
It is a well-known fact that the suicidal rates in Sweden are …

It is time for Christmas Greetings. I have received this beautiful drawing with a brooch from my favorite jeweller Kasia Gasparski. The drawing is by famous Danish artist Kathrine Ærtebjerg. The brooch is a new piece of jewellery by Kasia Gasparski.  The brooch is silver, gold and itallian coral. Every year Kasia makes these beautiful Christmas Greetings. I hang it on the bulletin board and enjoy the sight of it.

Here you find her website.