Here I Am
Yep, that’s me.
When I’m not writing Christmas Family Adventure scripts, I like to let my mind breathe by working with my hands, which often leads to writing breakthroughs. If you want to talk screenwriting, please go to GaylaBetts.com.
A metalsmith specializing in precious metal clay which is 99% pure silver, my jewelry designs include semi-precious gems, gold, crystal, glass, & mixed media. As with writing, I like to explore new directions. In jewelry, it’s fun to play with resin , micro-mosaics, enamels and more.
A few places to find my jewelry:
Main Gallery 404: 404 North Main Street, Bloomington, IL: 309-828-9500
The Pod: 104 E. Beaufort Street, Uptown Normal, IL: 309-808-0472
The McLean County Arts Center: 601 N. East Street, Bloomington, IL: 309-829-0011
My Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/silvercharmerjewelry
If you’d like to contact me direct, please use the form below.
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Silver Charmer Jewelry 
Mar 08, 2011 @ 07:54:50
Yesterday I purchased a piece at Kelly’s, the heart shaped stone on a copper necklace. Will the copper assume a petina over time or is it treated to prevent oxidation?
Thank you for your skills and interpretation. I will present it to my wife on the way to Floriday next week; she will cherish the object for its charm!
Mar 10, 2011 @ 07:55:00
Hi David!
Thank you so much for your purchase and your kind words. How nice of you to surprise your wife!
You’re right that, in general, copper does assume a patina over time, but your chain (as informed by the supplier) was treated to prevent oxidation. I purchased it as part of a group of copper chains over a year ago, and to date, the one I use and others used by friends and relatives, are still bright and shiny with no patina.
Thanks again and I hope your wife likes her gift. 🙂