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~ Full Spiral Designs ~ Artisan Feature and Giveaway!

by | Oct 15, 2010 | Giveaways | 69 comments

This week we welcome urban forest dweller Jess from Full Spiral Designs. Jess is a good online friend of mine – we joke that we are each others’ doppelgangers! Jess also makes eco-friendly metal jewellery – but she has a beautiful style all of her own… come check it out!

Where do you live?

Melbourne

Where do you do your work?

My jewellery creations happen in my humble home studio, aka an old shed that I have set up with an impromptu jeweller’s bench. My writing and other work happen wherever I feel like opening my laptop – usually curled up on the living room couch with a puppy in my lap.

What’s your favourite place in the world, and why?

It’s a tie between Hanalei, the most gorgeous little surfing village on the island of Kauai in Hawaii, and Telluride, a mountain village & ski resort tucked away in the San Juans of Colorado.  But there are so many other fabulous places that I love and many more I have yet to explore.

Tell us a little bit more about yourself! Your ‘day job’ or business, family, hobbies…

I have an MA in Gastronomy, quite possibly the world’s most esoteric field.  However I find the role of food in our lives totally fascinating, and I enjoy writing about nourishment from many different perspectives.  I see this part of me as being in alignment with my artistic side, too, because creating jewellery or any form of art is also nourishment – of the soul.  It’s all part of finding balance and wholeness as a person, which I’ve realised is a very complex process!

What did you want to be ‘when you grew up’?

Am I grown up?  Oh dear.  Didn’t get that memo. I’ve always been a live in the moment, flit from one activity to the next kinda gal, so I’ve never had much time to focus on what I am going to be in the future because I’m too busy being what I am now.

How did you first get into your craft/art?

I started making jewellery while I was writing my Master’s dissertation.  I think all that intellectual exertion demanded that I take up something purely creative as a sort of balance.  I still have the very first bead that I ever wrapped – I keep it pinned to my bulletin board so I can remember how far I’ve come!  Jewellery making felt like coming home to me, and I really haven’t looked back.  It’s kind of taken over and I love it!

What do you make?

Messes!  Somehow pieces of jewellery do emerge from my messy studio though, and I’m quite proud of them.  I like making intricate pieces, I see them as little works of art.  But it’s also really important to me that my pieces be wearable and comfortable, and lately I am more and more drawn to minimalism – in a spirally, organic way, of course!

What are you most proud of making?

I’m pretty proud of every piece of jewellery that I make and every piece of writing that I publish.  As far as I’m concerned, the key is to put your heart and soul into everything that you do.  Take pride in your work and make it the best that you possibly can.  And then take a deep breath and take that last crucial step – put it out there for the world to see.

What do you like the most/least about selling your wares online?

I love selling online.  I don’t know when I become a computer nerd, but one day I realised that I really like working on websites!  Honestly I find the creative work of presenting my work online just as stimulating as making the jewellery pieces themselves.  It’s a whole different set of challenges when compared to selling in shops or at markets, but I really enjoy using words and pictures to convey what my pieces are about.  Oh, and the best part?  Shipping my baubles all over the world and delighting customers in places as far away as Russia and Brazil!

I love…

Well, we are love, right?  So I try to be grateful for and open to love in all its forms.

It drives me crazy when…

There are a lot of great big problems in the world that drive me crazy, and I can’t understand why more people aren’t demanding solutions to them.  The one that gets me the most is how much we are poisoning our earth and our bodies – spreading harmful chemicals across the planet, coating our foods with them, tossing them into the oceans, spraying them into the air.  I’d like to see a world where we all had access to pure drinking water, natural organic whole foods, and unpolluted air.  It drives me crazy that people don’t realise that the absolute trash they’re eating and drinking is the root of dis-ease in our bodies and societies.

What’s your favourite word?

Action.

If you could sum yourself or your work up in one sentence, it would say…

I’m an urban forest dweller, drawn to create adornments inspired by the beauty and contradictions of both the natural and the technological aspects of our contemporary lives.

Find Jess Online!

Shop:  fullspiral.etsy.com

Website:  fullspiraldesigns.com

Blog:  messy-bessie.com

Twitter:  @FullSpiral

Facebook Page:  facebook.com/FullSpiralDesigns

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Jess is giving away this gorgeous Copper Hammered Double Wrap Ring! Similar to the silver one above, but in yummy, organic copper… mmm… custom made just for you… open world-wide, so get entering!

To Enter:

1. Visit Full Spiral Designs and come back here leaving a comment about your favourite piece from the page.

2. For additional entries, leave a comment saying that you: followed or subscribed to Epheriell Designs (or already do); have twittered about the givewaway; have shared the giveaway with friends on Facebook, or; you have written a blog post about it.

3. Entries close next Friday, the 22nd of October, at 12pm Australian EST.

The winner will be chosen via Random.org

Please remember to leave me a way of contacting you!

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The winner of last week’s wing by sea giveaway is Lynn!

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  1. Kirra
    Kirra on October 16, 2010 at 12:47 am

    Zen cherry blossom pendant is stunning, as is everything. What a find! I love the sterling silver spiral hoop earrings too .. just the plain ones .. they’re tres cool. I will more than likely be back! 🙂

  2. Kirra
    Kirra on October 16, 2010 at 12:51 am

    and I will now go and share on facebook, so I can have another shot at a meaningful wander through the store! 😉

  3. shar
    shar on October 16, 2010 at 2:56 am

    I really really like the Sterling Silver, Moonstone and Garnet Little Lotus Necklace. 🙂

  4. shar
    shar on October 16, 2010 at 2:56 am

    i’m also a fan of yours on facebook. username is anne gan 🙂

  6. Bri
    Bri on October 16, 2010 at 8:39 am

    I follow E.D. on facebook 😉

  7. Bri
    Bri on October 16, 2010 at 8:39 am

    I follow this blog!

  8. Bri
    Bri on October 16, 2010 at 8:40 am

    I’ve tweeted this giveaway 😉 @petaliferous

  9. dianad
    dianad on October 16, 2010 at 10:34 am

    FullSpiral’s shop > Rings > Double Spiral Woven Sterling Silver Ring. Lapis Lazuli or Teal Chyrsocolla Gemstone. Jewelry by FullSpiral on Etsy.
    Double Spiral Woven Sterling Silver Ring. Lapis Lazuli or Teal Chyrsocolla Gemstone. was very lovely.

    Thanks for the wonderful giveaway

  10. dianad
    dianad on October 16, 2010 at 10:34 am

    I am an email subscriber. Thanks

  11. dianad
    dianad on October 16, 2010 at 10:35 am

    I am also a GFC follower. Thanks

  12. Tina B.
    Tina B. on October 16, 2010 at 10:42 am

    I love so many pieces but I keep going back
    to the Gold Spiral Hoop Earrings with Smoky Quartz Dangles!
    Very nice!

  13. Tina B.
    Tina B. on October 16, 2010 at 10:43 am

    I’m an email subscriber!
    treneebarker at hotmail dot com

  15. Julie B
    Julie B on October 16, 2010 at 11:08 am

    I love the Dragonfly Necklace. But everything is so lovely I could go on and on choosing different items, and the ring is gorgeous.

  16. Julie B
    Julie B on October 16, 2010 at 11:09 am

    I follow by email.

  17. Akire Bubar
    Akire Bubar on October 16, 2010 at 1:43 pm

    WOW! Gorgeous work – I just favorited Jess’s shop on Etsy & “Liked” her Facebook page. 🙂 It’s really hard to pick a favorite, as I really like *everything*! But the mixed metal sunflower hoop earrings and the sterling silver arm band with the green leaves on it are particularly stunning. Really, really lovely!

  19. Alana
    Alana on October 17, 2010 at 2:53 am

    Oh also, I follow via google reader!

  20. Jo-Ann
    Jo-Ann on October 17, 2010 at 4:58 am

    The silver spiral earrings are the best!

  21. Jo-Ann
    Jo-Ann on October 17, 2010 at 5:00 am

    I already subscribe to Epheriell Designs

  22. Nys
    Nys on October 18, 2010 at 4:21 pm

    yay ^_^ lovely creations
    My faves are the Chaotic Knot Ring and necklace because they look like balls of yarn 😀

  23. Nys
    Nys on October 18, 2010 at 4:23 pm

    And of course I follow Epheriell Designs 🙂

  24. Heidi K.
    Heidi K. on October 20, 2010 at 6:20 am

    My favorite piece in the shop is the Asymmetrical Flower Necklace in Sterling Silver, Red Jade, Aqua Apatite. Love the colors!

  25. Janice
    Janice on October 20, 2010 at 11:33 am

    I like the secret seed earrings

  26. Lauren
    Lauren on October 20, 2010 at 11:46 am

    Beautiful!!!! I also love the Sterling Silver Chaotic Knot Cufflinks!

  27. Emily R.
    Emily R. on October 20, 2010 at 1:42 pm

    OMG! Love that ring 🙂 On the etsy page I love everything, But my favorite was the Gold Spiral Hoop Earrings with Smoky Quartz Dangles.

  28. Shelly
    Shelly on October 20, 2010 at 1:44 pm

    Love the ring. And I also love the Jacaranda Blossom Pendant in Recycled Sterling Silver, Tanzanite and Peridot. So pretty!

  29. Sarah-Paige
    Sarah-Paige on October 20, 2010 at 2:31 pm

    I also love her Copper Arm Bands…they are just the neatest things!

    Thanks

  31. Vicki S
    Vicki S on October 20, 2010 at 5:03 pm

    Current GFC follower as “sswpss”

    sswpss at yahoo dot com

  32. orangewink
    orangewink on October 20, 2010 at 5:16 pm

    I choose Copper Spiral Double Wrap Ring with Turquoise and Serpentine. Everything is awesome, like i wanna have all of them. Precious!

  35. orangewink
    orangewink on October 20, 2010 at 5:20 pm

    tweeted. i tag your name too 😀

  37. khris
    khris on October 20, 2010 at 5:32 pm

    blog follower via gfc as khrista porcadilla

  39. katie
    katie on October 20, 2010 at 7:32 pm

    Gotta say that I love this ring and the mixed metal sunflower hoop earrings…because i love sunflowers and this is so cool looking 🙂

  41. Carmilla
    Carmilla on October 20, 2010 at 11:24 pm

    I love the Secret Seed Earrings in Recycled Sterling Silver.

    erica(dot)terranova(at)gmail(dot)com

  42. Carmilla
    Carmilla on October 20, 2010 at 11:25 pm

    I follow via gfc
    erica(dot)terranova(at)gmail(dot)com

  43. Courtney
    Courtney on October 21, 2010 at 12:02 am

    I love the ring! My favorite item in the shop is the Chaotic Knot Copper Necklace. I love the color and how natural it looks.

    thestrumpetstentacle(at)live(dot)com

  44. Crystal
    Crystal on October 21, 2010 at 12:48 am

    I think all of the Armbands are so pretty! I like the Sterling Silver Armband with Orange Sapphire and Jade from the Chunky Tribal Collection.

  45. Jingle
    Jingle on October 21, 2010 at 3:04 am

    I really love the OOAK Magenta Floral Neckpiece! It is absolutely stunning! jinglesells at gmail dot com

  46. Vicki Wurgler
    Vicki Wurgler on October 21, 2010 at 4:15 am

    I like the Green Leaf Earrings

  47. Heather
    Heather on October 21, 2010 at 6:12 am

    My favorites are the chunky tribal armbands! So cool!

  49. Mallory Robinson
    Mallory Robinson on October 21, 2010 at 10:10 am

    following via GFC

    Rich and Mallory

    Mallory1031 at gmail dot com

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