Artwork for Janis Waldron
Sparse mohair miniature bear
Sparse mohair miniature bear
Dense mohair miniature bear
Long pile plush miniature hare
Knotted fluorite bead necklace
Peacock freshwater pearl necklace
Silver and gold leaves on chain bracelet
Large link chain bracelet
Details
I am passionate about crafts, the power of the handmade and have a love of detail coupled with a butterfly mind. This is amply demonstrated in the items I produce: finely etched designs on copper, unusual silver chain work and hand-knotted semi-precious bead and pearl necklaces with handmade clasps. Alongside these I produce miniature teddy bears, in mohair or plush, with hand crafted accessories.
The fulfillment of my creative drive and process: looking at an object, texture or creature and translating it into something other, and the camaraderie of being with like-minded people.
Designer/maker of jewellery, small ware, and miniature teddy bears .
I enjoy sharing my knowledge with others and to that end give talks and run courses in bead and pearl threading and knotting and making miniature teddy bears. I have successfully run courses and workshops for individuals, as well as various adult groups including the WI and the Jewellery and Allied Industries Training Council.
I began making jewellery over forty years ago and have studied at Nottingham School of Art, Malvern Hills College and finally Hereford College of Arts where I gained City and Guilds and Open College Network qualifications in silversmithing. I also attended the Birmingham School of Jewellery where I gained a passion for pearls and trained to advanced level in pearl threading and knotting.
I am a keen, self taught needle woman (sewing, knitting and crochet) and have used these kills to make and accessorise my miniature bears.
Blue-Ginger Gallery, h. Art, Herefordshire Guild of Craftsmen, Crafted for You (Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum).
Blue-Ginger Gallery, Worcester Cathedral, Etsy Shop
