My name is Barb Macy, and I make jewelry.  I use techniques that are mostly self-taught and some I've learned in metalsmithing classes.  I was first introduced to jewelry-making by a very good friend of mine in Illinois.  Once I learned the basics, my obsession with beads, silver, and wire took off.  It is difficult for me to pass by a bead shop or ignore an email advertising a sale on wire and findings!  To read more about my jewelry making business, please visit my blog at:  www.accentyourself.blogspot.com  Thanks!

My collection of jewelry is for sale on Etsy . . . My Esty Shop. 

My Jewelry

I work with sterling & fine silver and high quality beads.  I take pride in knowing my pieces are durable and I never use base metal or plastic beads in my pieces.  Sterling silver is 92.5% silver, while fine silver is 99.9% pure silver.  Fine silver discolors a lot slower than sterling silver.

Sterling silver will tarnish when exposed to humidity, chemicals, air & sun.  Actually, the more you wear silver, the nicer it will look.  When not wearing sterling silver, the best way to store it is in a zip-lock storage bag.  When you purchase a piece of jewelry from me, I will delivery or ship it to you in a zip-lock baggie.  This is a low-tech way of keeping your silver tarnish-free.