Insomniac Treasures
Jewelry, art and decor with a rustic, vintage flair that feels like found treasure.
Over the years, I have tried my hand at drafting, fine furniture, resin casting, sewing, jewelry making, wind chimes and all manner of crafty things. I concentrate on jewelry here, with a side of windchimes, but sometimes other items pop in for a visit. Insomniac Treasures is where I share the results of my sparks of inspiration. It all grows from people and their stories, nature and the world in
19/06/2024
Put it on your calendar. Come out to Julian for the Music Festival and find me at the vendor fair.
17/06/2024
Another painted jacket in progress. Pale pink & XL with a bit of stretch. The butterfly is finished but I'm still mulling over additional embellishments. Thinking that upper section needs some color.
13/06/2024
Work in progress...mulling over what fun details to add next. I'm thinking about adding some zentangle accents and maybe a short poem. (Size Medium)
10/06/2024
Come get some new jewelry, a windchime, or even a painted jacket from me at one of these June events:
June 22 - Shelter Island Art Show
June 29 - Julian Music Festival
Not local or can't get out to see me? Website is coming soon!
24/04/2024
Played around with a little stained glass this past weekend. Think I'll add a few more things and turn these into sun catchers.
Weather permitting, the Shelter Island Art Show is happening on Saturday, April 27th from 10-3. Come out and see what's new and support local artists! Cheers!
19/04/2024
Silk beaded bangles and matching earrings.
31/03/2024
Moved a dresser and look what I found this morning. Three necklaces made from vintage jewelry...for Easter/spring. Perfect timing? LOL
If you want one of these let me know and I'll make you a deal. ;)
10/03/2024
...and a new turquoise bracelet is born. Set in fine silver with a frilled copper back.
10/03/2024
Currently mulling over what necklace will accompany this new labradorite pendant. Thinking beaded with labradorite and quartz or maybe gray pearls and a bit of moonstone. Feels like it needs more than a silver chain. Hmmm...
09/03/2024
Hmmm...scalloped edge or straight edge?
04/03/2024
These celestine stones found me last week and I was compelled to make this pendant right away. It feels like someone needs it? Is that you?
I don't always get these feelings, but when it happens I try to just go with the flow. Hoping it makes that connection soon!
Happy Monday!
02/03/2024
Today's creations...lovely mixed metals & turquoise.
02/03/2024
Isn't spiderweb turquoise so pretty?! Set in fine silver on a copper bracelet.
22/02/2024
Love those scalloped edges. I'll have them with me at Shelter Island this weekend...barring rain and excessive wind.
27/01/2024
Contrasting finishes to give that rustic elegant vibe.
10/12/2023
Tonight I'm out at Christmas on Mt. Helix Returns. If you're not here yet, you just might be missing an amazing sunset.
07/12/2023
Where I'll be on Saturday. Come on out and enjoy some Christmas cheer!
01/12/2023
Tomorrow! I'll be set up right by the 7th Ave exit gate. Come on by.
14/11/2023
Painted jacket progress. It's...done? Resisting the urge to over embellish. The struggle is real. Lol
05/11/2023
When at a show...make new things, right?! Spirit quartz, jade, pietersite. Finished in Sterling silver.
29/10/2023
Shop Online!
Come check out my pieces over in The Jewellery Show Open Listings - now through November 1st.
Then, November 3 at 4pm Pacific through November 4th @ 3pm, head on over to Artisan Magic Marketplace for my 1-day show.
About I. T.
I love to reimagine...think of a different way to use old and new materials alike. Most days it is rough and rustic, but sometimes I just feel like sparkle and shine, so there is a bit of that too.
Why “Insomniac Treasures” for a name? Long story short...I love outdoorsy activities and sometimes my body revolts. In those times, art is my refuge. During one particularly significant/extended episode, a LOT of art (jewelry) happened when I couldn’t sleep. It turned into a business in 2013.
I so appreciate all of you who have supported it’s evolution over the years. Making things that get to be part of your style sounds like a good gig to me.
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