I have been a busy little bee getting ready for Starlines next 4th Friday art gallery event which is this coming Friday Feb. 22nd from 6 to 9pm. Here are a few of my fine silver piece just coming out of the kiln and then two of the pieces finished. I thought it would be fun for you to see a little before and after peek...When silver is finished firing it comes out white. But after a little polish and patina it shines up beautifully. Here you see the before and after of the earrings and my lotus pendant. The others I haven't finished.

My Studio is finally finished and I am open for business. Here is a sneak peak at my space.

  My class schedule is updated and I will be sending out post cards to my e-mailing list with future updates. I am looking forward to getting classes rolling, digging in and having some fun. My class schedule is to the right.

I am also now open for business selling beads and jewelry Thursday through Saturday 11:00 AM to 4 PM.  My address is 306 Front St. Studio 204A Harvard, Il. 60033.  I am at the Starline Art Gallery which is always in transition while they daily improve the building.  Don't let that stop you from dropping by business hours.
(A quick heads up, if you are traveling far to visit check my blog for periodic closings.  Once in a while I can't make it for personal reasons ie. funerals, weddings, church retreats or illness.)  I will post on my blog if I am closed.
If you decide to come to the shop and the door is locked down stairs call me at 815-276-3399.  I will come down and let you in the building. Most of the time it is open during the day but once in a while it gets locked. I will also open to appointment if my shop hours don't work for you. Just give me a call or email me. Also I do take charge cards.

 

Did you know there is an Art show here at Starline every fourth friday of the month?  This last show on the 25th of January we had a wonderful crowd.  Thank you to the friends that stopped by to see my new space.

Oh let the Holiday festivities begin!! I am so looking forward to the next two days being with my family.  I come from a big crowd so we all gather every year at my brother Larry's house to celebrate Christmas and share our lives with one another. From my family to yours...A very Merry Christmas to you!

The Star lead the way and the trumpet horn sounded!
Jesus was born on this day!!

Yes,  I am showing off my painting skills...
No it's not two greens...one is wet one is dry..

Blogging sometimes seems as though I am talking to myself.  I would love to hear from you or feel free to come follow me with the side link!!
Today I finished painting and doing last minute touch ups to my studio.  A little over a week ago I wrote about the slow progression of my space and low and behold the next day I went up to Starline to see busy guys working on my studio.  This was an awesome surprise.  My bathroom is just about complete and should be finished by Monday or Tuesday.  Then a little bit of floor cleaning and I should be able to move in.  Yeah!!!
My bead shop is closed from this point on until I am moved in.  But if anyone wants to shop for last minute jewelry purchases please just give me a call at 815-276-3399. We can set up a time to meet  at Starline.
I will keep you updated with the move...until then...Cheers...

Ellie taking a goofy picture of me.

                         

                      I think the green and taupe
                        will make my space warm and cozy!
   

I am sorry I haven't updated my blog lately.  To be frank with you I have been a little discouraged with the progress of my new studio space and so have been slow to update with no new news.  I have been painting and caulking little open cracks so tomorrow I hope to paint more. I will bring my camera with me and snap a few photos to let you see the progress.  I was again hoping I would be in my space by December 15 but it's not looking to good.  I think God is try to teach me patience and perseverance.
But in the mean time my little websites are ticking away!!
A side note, this week I lost a sweet uncle, my Fathers brother Paul.  May he rest in peace and I pray he experiences the peace that passes all understanding up in heaven.  Rest in peace uncle Paul!!

Paul is the second from the left.  These are the Sheetz boys with Grandma Mamie from back in the day.  My Dad is the second from the left with the mustache.

I have been preparing for Christmas gift giving this year.  This Friday November 16th I am doing a show at 356 Old Sutton Rd.  in Barrington Hills Illinois.  The show is the Bizzarre Bazaar, a wacky name for a fun hostess named Melissa Wood.  Melissa is well know in the area as a successful artist recently having her work with Crate and Barrel.  Impressive indeed and now she is working on a book.

Local artisans will be showcasing their work for gift giving this season!! No made in China here, just handcrafted goodies made in the U.S.A. I will have my silver and gemstone jewelry readily available and then will be preparing for the following weekend show at the Starline Factory's Holiday Studio Artist Sale.  More to  come about that later.
Here are a trio of my little barn owls I designed from finesilver and sterling ready for sale at the Bizzarre Bazaar sale.  I hope to see some of you there...

My little hoot owls!!

These can be found on my website at Katherinesheetz.etsy.com!!

Also a little update about the move to my bigger studio at Starline.  The building of my studio has been slow which has delayed my move and thus delayed classes.  I am a few weeks away from being in my new work place and will update my class schedule as soon as I am settled in.

Good morning and thanks for popping by my Blog.  Last night was my first attempt to send out a postcard via email.  My pre grand opening will be happening August 9th from 11 to 5 at the Starline Art gallery at 300 Front St. Studio 205c this Thusday.  I also updated my class schedule and added two beginner classes so please feel free to check it out.  There is a button on the right. Signing up for classes is easy.  You can either call me or stop by the shop and we will get you on the schedule.  At my shop I will take charge cards, checks and cash. The classes are fun and anyone can attend beginner classes with  no skill level. So come on in and give it a try.  Looking forward to seeing old and new friends....