Monday, 2 January 2012

Frankly my dear, I don't give a damn.

I'm gearing up for 2012. I have good feelings about this year and I intend to prove myself right. Since my Winds of change posts (here and here) I've had this rush of creativity. Heck, I actually made a necklace and a bracelet on New Year's morning. 2012 was but mere 1½ hours old and I was busy in my studio. That gotta say something, right?

I'm streamlining, simplifying and I'm now creating with my newest motto in mind:
If I believe something could look nice, well then god darnit I'll make it.

That's why you will see bracelets like this one in my shop soon.



And earrings like this pair.

Montana Agates always looks nice, so I'll keep making things with those. 


And I'm using my recycled silver instead of buying new silver sheets. And I don't even bother to trim the edges... because I think it looks nicer like this.

I'm feeling more confident than I have in a long time. I feel like I've stopped apologizing for my pieces not living up to par (to my own imaginary critics). And if/when that little insecure creature poppes her head out again and asks:
- But what if they won't like it?

Then I'll just turn around, stare her blank in the eyes and say:

- Well frankly my dear, I don't give a damn.


/anna-karin



7 kommentarer:

WillowWalker said...

Awesome thinking! Love it!

Lotta said...

Yes, that's the way! And those edges do look wonderful. Did you get a mill? That pendant is gorgeous! <3

J said...

Love the new designs! Especially those with scrap silver!

littlecherryhill said...

Good for you Anna!! It's time to stop comparing and just being yourself and letting your designs shine through! I hope this year is all you wish for ♥

nancycreations said...

I am so with you on the lil critic inside that hides within all of us. I have the same worries, but your creations are wonderful I mean they are totally amazing you are great! Keep telling it to shut up and I will too. Lets kick some butt in 2012 lol

Anna-Karin Hallström said...

Ladies - thank you so much! :D Yes, this will be the year when we kick some serious butt. LOL

Lotta - nope, no mill. Just me and my hammer. :)

SilverLinesJewelry said...

You are so darn inspiring woman!
Thank you for making me laugh, smile, and making me feel sane (with all these voices in my head).
I m sure you will make it!
I LOVE LOVE LOVE the bracelet!!!!

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