tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-42644681839169828212024-03-18T21:12:09.257-07:00Chris Parry -Bespoke JewelleryChris Parryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17520090589499360510noreply@blogger.comBlogger220125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4264468183916982821.post-87391367907725907562024-01-05T08:39:00.000-08:002024-01-05T08:39:56.869-08:00Keeping Them Close: A Guide to Choosing Ashes Jewellery<h2 class="" data-sourcepos="1:1-1:58" style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 1rem; font-weight: 500; line-height: 1.5rem; margin: 4px 0px;"><br class="Apple-interchange-newline" />Keeping Them Close: A Guide to Choosing Ashes Jewellery</h2><p data-sourcepos="3:1-3:199" style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 24px 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve; word-break: break-word;">Loss is never easy, and the journey of grief can be long and winding. When a loved one passes away, we often seek ways to keep their memory alive. <a href="https://chris-parry-handmade.co.uk/collections/cremation-ashes-jewellery-memorial-jewellery" target="_blank">Ashes jewellery</a> has become a popular choice for many, offering a tangible way to carry a piece of them with you wherever you go.</p><p data-sourcepos="5:1-5:116" style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 24px 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve; word-break: break-word;">But with so many options available, choosing the right ashes jewellery can feel overwhelming. This blog post aims to guide you through the process, offering tips and considerations to help you find the perfect piece that reflects your loved one and brings you comfort.</p><p data-sourcepos="7:1-7:2" style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 24px 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve; word-break: break-word;">1. Understand Your Options:</p><p data-sourcepos="9:1-9:98" style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 24px 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve; word-break: break-word;">Ashes jewellery comes in a wide variety of styles and materials. Here are some of the most common:</p><ul data-sourcepos="11:1-11:15" style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 4px 0px; padding-inline-start: 36px;"><li data-sourcepos="11:1-11:15" style="margin-bottom: 10px;"><a href="https://chris-parry-handmade.co.uk/collections/cremation-ashes-necklace-ash-pendants-lockets-for-ashes-uk" target="_blank">Ash Necklace</a>: A classic and versatile choice, pendants can be worn close to your heart. They come in various shapes and sizes, from simple lockets to intricate designs incorporating gemstones or birthstones.<div class="attachment-container search-images" style="display: grid; gap: 8px; grid-template-columns: repeat(4, minmax(0px, 1fr)); margin: 16px 0px;"><single-image _nghost-ng-c3613729758="" class="" ng-version="0.0.0-PLACEHOLDER"><div _ngcontent-ng-c3613729758="" class="image-container hide-from-message-actions ng-star-inserted" hide-from-message-actions=""><div _ngcontent-ng-c3613729758="" class="overlay-container ng-star-inserted" style="position: relative;"><br /></div></div></single-image></div></li><li data-sourcepos="13:1-14:31" style="margin-bottom: 10px;"><a href="https://chris-parry-handmade.co.uk/collections/cremation-ash-rings-and-memorial-rings" target="_blank">Ashes Ring</a>: A beautiful way to keep your loved one close on your finger, rings can be simple bands or feature elaborate settings with ashes incorporated.<div class="attachment-container search-images" style="display: grid; gap: 8px; grid-template-columns: repeat(4, minmax(0px, 1fr)); margin: 16px 0px;"><single-image _nghost-ng-c3613729758="" class="" ng-version="0.0.0-PLACEHOLDER"><div _ngcontent-ng-c3613729758="" class="image-container hide-from-message-actions ng-star-inserted" hide-from-message-actions=""><div _ngcontent-ng-c3613729758="" class="overlay-container ng-star-inserted" style="position: relative;"><br /></div></div></single-image></div></li><li data-sourcepos="15:1-16:35" style="margin-bottom: 10px;"><a href="https://chris-parry-handmade.co.uk/collections/ashes-charms-cremation-ash-beads-ashes-bracelet" target="_blank">Cremation Ash Charms</a>: A stylish and practical option, bracelets allow you to keep your loved one close throughout the day. They can be crafted from various materials, like leather, beads, or precious metals.<div class="attachment-container search-images" style="display: grid; gap: 8px; grid-template-columns: repeat(4, minmax(0px, 1fr)); margin: 16px 0px;"><single-image _nghost-ng-c3613729758="" class="" ng-version="0.0.0-PLACEHOLDER"><div _ngcontent-ng-c3613729758="" class="image-container hide-from-message-actions ng-star-inserted" hide-from-message-actions=""><div _ngcontent-ng-c3613729758="" class="overlay-container ng-star-inserted" style="position: relative;"><br /></div></div></single-image></div></li><li data-sourcepos="17:1-19:0" style="margin-bottom: 10px;"><a href="https://chris-parry-handmade.co.uk/collections/cremation-ash-earrings" target="_blank">Cremation Ash Earrings</a>: A subtle yet meaningful way to honour your loved one, earrings can be delicate studs or statement pieces with ashes set in resin or glass.<div class="attachment-container search-images" style="display: grid; gap: 8px; grid-template-columns: repeat(4, minmax(0px, 1fr)); margin: 16px 0px;"><single-image _nghost-ng-c3613729758="" class="" ng-version="0.0.0-PLACEHOLDER"><div _ngcontent-ng-c3613729758="" class="image-container hide-from-message-actions ng-star-inserted" hide-from-message-actions=""><div _ngcontent-ng-c3613729758="" class="overlay-container ng-star-inserted" style="position: relative;"><br /></div></div></single-image></div></li></ul><p data-sourcepos="20:1-20:45" style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 24px 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve; word-break: break-word;"><br /></p><p data-sourcepos="20:1-20:45" style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 24px 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve; word-break: break-word;"><br /></p><p data-sourcepos="20:1-20:45" style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 24px 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve; word-break: break-word;">2. Consider Your Loved One's Personality:</p><p data-sourcepos="22:1-22:301" style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 24px 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve; word-break: break-word;">Choosing a piece that reflects your loved one's personality and style can bring added comfort. Did they prefer bold statement pieces or understated elegance? Were they drawn to natural materials or precious metals? Consider their taste and choose a piece that feels like a true representation of them.</p><p data-sourcepos="24:1-24:34" style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 24px 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve; word-break: break-word;">3. Think About Your Lifestyle:</p><p data-sourcepos="26:1-26:11" style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 24px 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve; word-break: break-word;">The type of jewellery you choose should also suit your lifestyle. If you're active or have young children, you might opt for a more durable material like stainless steel or resin. If you prefer a more elegant look, precious metals like gold or silver might be a better choice.</p><p data-sourcepos="28:1-28:33" style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 24px 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve; word-break: break-word;">4. Find a Reputable Jeweller:</p><p data-sourcepos="30:1-30:267" style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 24px 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve; word-break: break-word;">Working with a skilled and experienced jeweller who specializes in ashes jewellery is crucial. They will be able to guide you through the process, ensure the safe and respectful handling of your loved one's ashes, and create a piece that is both beautiful and secure.</p><p data-sourcepos="32:1-32:43" style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 24px 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve; word-break: break-word;">5. Remember, There's No Right or Wrong:</p><p data-sourcepos="34:1-34:218" style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 24px 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve; word-break: break-word;">Ultimately, the most important thing is to choose a piece that brings you comfort and feels right for you. There are no rules when it comes to ashes jewellery, so don't be afraid to personalize it and make it your own.</p><p data-sourcepos="36:1-36:21" style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 24px 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve; word-break: break-word;">Beyond the Piece:</p><p data-sourcepos="38:1-38:151" style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 24px 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve; word-break: break-word;">Choosing ashes jewellery is a deeply personal decision. Take your time, explore your options, and find a piece that truly resonates with you. Remember, it's not just about the jewellery itself, but the love and memories it represents. Wearing your loved one close can be a source of strength and comfort on your journey through grief.</p><p data-sourcepos="40:1-40:265" style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 24px 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve; word-break: break-word;">We hope this guide has been helpful. If you have any questions or need further advice, please don't hesitate to reach out to a reputable ashes jewellery maker. They will be happy to assist you in creating a beautiful and meaningful piece that honours your loved one.</p><p data-sourcepos="42:1-42:29" style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 24px 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve; word-break: break-word;">With love and compassion,</p><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"></span></p><p data-sourcepos="44:1-44:30" style="background-color: white; color: #1f1f1f; font-family: "Google Sans", "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: 24px 0px; white-space-collapse: preserve; word-break: break-word;">The Ashes Jewellery Guide Team</p>Chris Parryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17520090589499360510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4264468183916982821.post-47335533304319668322011-06-02T16:21:00.000-07:002011-06-02T16:21:31.356-07:00My BLOG has now movedThis blog will cease to be, although I shall leave it here for surfers to read at their leisure.<br />
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<a href="http://chris-parry.co.uk/web/?page_id=285">MY NEW BLOG is now located HERE</a><br />
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Why the move?<br />
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Well, I was fed up of having tow seperate websites. One my website which incorporated my shop and my blog which was here. I have been struggling to find a way to combine the two and I am really, really happy with the result.<br />
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Please pop into my new blog and have a look around the new website.<br />
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Thanks for visiting here, but do pop over to my new place<br />
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Many thanks<br />
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ChrisChris Parryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17520090589499360510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4264468183916982821.post-66974996361989788312011-05-24T08:53:00.000-07:002011-05-24T08:53:15.517-07:00Erin's Fingerprint Guitar Plectrum<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.youtube.com/embed/KjNk-yPa8Fk?feature=player_embedded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div>Just completed Erin's fingerprint guitar plectrum. Hope you like the video.Chris Parryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17520090589499360510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4264468183916982821.post-3115009243856012132011-05-20T07:47:00.000-07:002011-05-20T07:47:59.307-07:00Laura's fingerprint ring.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.youtube.com/embed/J9OH29FBjDU?feature=player_embedded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div>Just finished Laura's ring.<br />
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The video kinda says it all. <br />
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Laura's fingerprint handengraved onto a sterling silver 8mm handmade ring. Complete with hammered texture.Chris Parryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17520090589499360510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4264468183916982821.post-29312824495243901122011-05-19T08:46:00.000-07:002011-05-19T14:02:51.418-07:00New website welcomeBeen having fun creating some video's. Here is my latest one, this will be going into my new website which is nearing completion.<br />
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<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.youtube.com/embed/vKco9tiSTuM?feature=player_embedded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Please let me know what you think. Any comments welcome.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
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</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Chris</div>Chris Parryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17520090589499360510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4264468183916982821.post-29140243567298674482011-05-11T15:08:00.000-07:002011-05-13T13:30:25.873-07:00Test postjust a little test postChris Parryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17520090589499360510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4264468183916982821.post-25820500809418255132011-05-11T15:00:00.000-07:002011-05-13T13:30:26.451-07:00Mr & Mrs Coat Hook<div style="margin: 0 0 10px 0; padding: 0; font-size: 0.8em; line-height: 1.6em;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/chris-parry/5706986611/" title="Mr & Mrs Coat Hook"><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3450/5706986611_67d86593a2.jpg" alt="Mr & Mrs Coat Hook by Chris Parry" /></a><br/><span style="margin: 0;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/chris-parry/5706986611/">Mr & Mrs Coat Hook</a>, a photo by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/chris-parry/">Chris Parry</a> on Flickr.</span></div><p>Who is getting married in the morning?<br /><br />Took this little photo in my shop using my phone. I used a little app which creates these quirky little polaroid snaps.<br /><br />This is a delightful little coat rack in this "letterpress" style font.<br /><br />Mr & Mrs<br /><br />i don't sell these on my website, so I am afraid that you are going to have to come in to my little shop in Gravesend to see this and all the other goodies that I have for you.</p>Chris Parryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17520090589499360510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4264468183916982821.post-75608229678711185432011-05-10T17:02:00.000-07:002011-05-10T17:02:22.784-07:00Wednesday Website.....<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWMjgsEZ8CsxdQ4KpwGjCcCJx6bVThjg33JhFGr5oUSMEmI9mEF6bM6w7gnb_XXb6Ee4new4lh4OCVMMNTLRhro05qQPlO2KhlmLnwa6goSori5Y87VWkiABDZRNmhT_AlX0ns6swqq2c/s1600/chris1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWMjgsEZ8CsxdQ4KpwGjCcCJx6bVThjg33JhFGr5oUSMEmI9mEF6bM6w7gnb_XXb6Ee4new4lh4OCVMMNTLRhro05qQPlO2KhlmLnwa6goSori5Y87VWkiABDZRNmhT_AlX0ns6swqq2c/s1600/chris1.jpg" /></a></div>I have been fiddling with my website some more today. <br />
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Embedded a Flickr feed on the "about Chris" page.<br />
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Changed this main page to take the feed from my blog. <br />
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I kinda liked the idea of having a main page that is fresh and up to date. Nothing worse than visiting a website that was last updated in 2007 !!!<br />
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So what do you think? Do you like to see this blog feed so prominantly on my website?<br />
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Does it interest you at all? Do you like the idea of knowing what I'm listening to in the workshop, or what tickles my fancy. Feel free to drop me an e-mai and let me know. <a href="mailto:chris@chris-parry.co.uk">chris@chris-parry.co.uk</a>Chris Parryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17520090589499360510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4264468183916982821.post-75309540958461578832011-05-10T15:06:00.000-07:002011-05-10T15:06:00.091-07:00Tuesday Tip......I'm currently finishing off a PDF file for help with marketing your "Independant Crafting Business".<br />
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Called "Crafty Marketing."<br />
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I will announce details of its release on twitter and here on the blog in due course.Chris Parryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17520090589499360510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4264468183916982821.post-47387825253603678122011-05-09T14:30:00.000-07:002011-05-09T14:30:44.977-07:00Hugh Laurie......<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQCqsKqN7C_P_51XckypVtBdjJG-RErgJibDNEE2gYaAtra5ljhgIp77jMWnJt-EAa_PLfsSz5vr0jYMEZ3oYMbJRzn64QRzFJGu4DsQvdaS9P_0iV3UnsvBTlKJbyzSMb6vEcOim07Ns/s1600/Hugh-Laurie-album.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQCqsKqN7C_P_51XckypVtBdjJG-RErgJibDNEE2gYaAtra5ljhgIp77jMWnJt-EAa_PLfsSz5vr0jYMEZ3oYMbJRzn64QRzFJGu4DsQvdaS9P_0iV3UnsvBTlKJbyzSMb6vEcOim07Ns/s1600/Hugh-Laurie-album.jpg" /></a></div>Just realised I like blues music. <br />
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I was so intrigued by seeing Hugh Laurie's album in iTunes, I thought I would read some reviews. It is fair to say they were all rave reviews, so I took a punt and downloaded his album.<br />
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It is great. I have had it playing in the shop today and I have added it to my week's playlist. I don't have a set genre of music that I follow, having said that I just haven't got around to listening to much blues. Or more accurately, I haven't got around to listening to any blues !<br />
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So if you are feeling curious and wondering what Hugh Laurie sounds like, nip over to iTunes and have a preview listen. <br />
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If you are wondering what this actor is doing knocking out a real album, then here is the back story. According to Stephen Fry's autobigraphy, when Stephen met Hugh at Cambridge University as twenty somethings, Hugh was playing his guitar. Apparently he was very good at the time, according to Mr Fry.<br />
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So this latent skill of Hugh's has been there all along, we just never knew. So rest assured, this is not some pathetic excuse for an actor to try and earn a few bucks off their current popularity.<br />
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He can actually strum and hold a tune.Chris Parryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17520090589499360510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4264468183916982821.post-13616694572135690682011-05-08T05:09:00.000-07:002011-05-08T05:09:43.842-07:00Hand Engraved Cufflinks - New Daddy<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2FnSXZdp94Polmz8fN5rRFOLs0K8rMIuT89Vj4gUIm7TM2wBsiCdH-3XxbdXGjAwJSMeOtF48SlughiwDDLiaj0yANv5U0IMCdyIZFa3-5pmCqyHrPqhOcTWMQZ1ATebZFdNqovjl_dY/s1600/cuff14.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2FnSXZdp94Polmz8fN5rRFOLs0K8rMIuT89Vj4gUIm7TM2wBsiCdH-3XxbdXGjAwJSMeOtF48SlughiwDDLiaj0yANv5U0IMCdyIZFa3-5pmCqyHrPqhOcTWMQZ1ATebZFdNqovjl_dY/s320/cuff14.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>Hand engraved cufflinks. The lettering here is about 2mm high and hasn't been oxidised. <br />
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The cut of the engraver leaves a beautiful high mirror cut on the letter which sparkles in the light.<br />
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It is a shame that a photo can't capture this stunning effect.<br />
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I can of course engrave any message onto cufflinks, so feel free to drop me an e-mail if you would like something similar.<br />
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If you would like to have a look at my cufflinks on Flickr, then please <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/chris-parry/sets/72157626469137527/">CLICK HERE.</a>Chris Parryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17520090589499360510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4264468183916982821.post-17820006721452638632011-04-28T14:15:00.000-07:002011-04-28T14:15:00.664-07:00Fingerprint Rings<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixDbZXxXyf_ImXiEKOfIEDRmJeo5dAZQFCXpMOHxSkApU3pIywD_qB4R3F-dgYmDdYQVjPFNopOzE1cWuS4-Uomgeqo4LLnQWj3tVrkZUVVdP9zZMSlTBQMNQ5eQa-5P942ApSWSaADDA/s1600/fp1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixDbZXxXyf_ImXiEKOfIEDRmJeo5dAZQFCXpMOHxSkApU3pIywD_qB4R3F-dgYmDdYQVjPFNopOzE1cWuS4-Uomgeqo4LLnQWj3tVrkZUVVdP9zZMSlTBQMNQ5eQa-5P942ApSWSaADDA/s320/fp1.jpg" width="320" /></a>Here are a couple of recent commissions. Two fingerprints hand engraved onto his and hers wedding rings. </div><br />
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One of the rings is 4mm wide and the other 7mm wide. These rings are in platinum, but I can equally make these rings in gold, palladium or silver.<br />
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<div>Who doesn't like Monty Python?</div><br />
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<div>I hand carved these in jewellers wax, then cast them in sterling silver. </div><br />
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<div>A great tribute to one of the funniest films ever.....<br />
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Quest For The Holy Grail.</div><br />
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<div>More details can be found <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/71798445/monty-python-trojan-rabbit-cufflinks">here...</a><br />
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If you like these and want to see some of my other cufflink desings, then please visit my <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/chris-parry/sets/72157626469137527/">Flickr page here</a></div>Chris Parryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17520090589499360510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4264468183916982821.post-78763912957824184842011-04-27T11:17:00.000-07:002011-04-27T14:21:08.992-07:00Hand Engraved InscriptionsFirst thing to say, is that I hate (with a passion) machine engraving.<br />
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You have to compare a machine engraved item next to a hand engraved item to fully appreciate how awful machines are at engraving. Or should I say, how wonderful a hand engraved item is compared to a machine engraved item.<br />
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The two forms of engraving are just not comparable and whilst at first glance they may look similar, the machine just can't replicate a bright cut letter, as created by a hand engraver.<br />
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Of course, I can say this, because I hand engrave my own work. I could of course pop out and buy one of these machines, train a monkey to use it and sit back and drink latte's.<br />
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To begin with a hand engraved line, carves away the metal, leaving a line of character. By character, I mean a line that can start thin, flare wide and finish off in a neat whisper. The kind of detail required when engraving an old script such as Palace Script.<br />
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In short a hand engraver can engrave most font styles, even your own hand writing. <br />
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When hand engraving, the metal is removed via a special engraver steel, sharpened to core blimey sharpness with incredible geometric accuracy.<br />
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The best way to describe or compare the depth of cut you get with hand engraving, is to liken it to a stonemason chiselling away stone to reveal a well crafted letter. Because most people have seen and can see with ease such techniques, it is then easier to understand what is happening on a much, much smaller scale. Some of the letters I engrave are nothing more than 1mm high, and some of the letter strokes are sometimes nothing more than a tenth of a millimetre.<br />
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The other noticeable difference between machine engraving and hand engraving, is that a machine simply scratches at the surface of the metal, and doesn't create depth of cut.<br />
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So of course, not being very deep, the machine engraved lettering will wear away many, many , many years before a hand engraved letter would show signs of wear.<br />
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I will be adding another article on letter styles on another post. I hope you have found this somewhat illuminating.<br />
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Here is a link to some other pictures of my <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/chris-parry/sets/72157626593893768/">hand engraved work</a><br />
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All hand engraved.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Shown here is the date 29.04.71</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>These are great fun to make. More details can be found here...</div>Chris Parryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17520090589499360510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4264468183916982821.post-53791688434675556802011-04-25T13:58:00.000-07:002011-04-25T13:58:00.183-07:00Diamond Wedding Band<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_ZsoWCK2Q9DrdSTKJs7l3XzADrW6YJCjx8eedP9cs-5oAcbsk4amVXECpRYVU-6p9FlWStdYzdbMuxWY7A7BJNp_kZ_GwEG4ns3ja7BAwkCFhvO64jx1ky5z9V5xwqX8NNwXjC4UM5Bg/s1600/edge1.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5597031161558641954" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_ZsoWCK2Q9DrdSTKJs7l3XzADrW6YJCjx8eedP9cs-5oAcbsk4amVXECpRYVU-6p9FlWStdYzdbMuxWY7A7BJNp_kZ_GwEG4ns3ja7BAwkCFhvO64jx1ky5z9V5xwqX8NNwXjC4UM5Bg/s320/edge1.jpg" /></a> <br /><div>A recent commission </div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Six 0.10ct diamonds flush set in an 18k white gold ring.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div>Chris Parryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17520090589499360510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4264468183916982821.post-41932156829562480212011-04-24T14:06:00.000-07:002011-04-24T14:06:00.101-07:00Rocket Cufflinks<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBkhdskGhyLVftfLFX_TmCJAWwopT12MrH4vewDj5QBiaVMkDMHDb8dO1XRGzvAZS0XCMx-SQcmPYBjucU0EQQBAOe7r5yAAj5ySD99DYnC__dUmNYf7Pz4Bbwg6995WTGm_H3GIls-Is/s1600/rocket5.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5597033088761391378" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBkhdskGhyLVftfLFX_TmCJAWwopT12MrH4vewDj5QBiaVMkDMHDb8dO1XRGzvAZS0XCMx-SQcmPYBjucU0EQQBAOe7r5yAAj5ySD99DYnC__dUmNYf7Pz4Bbwg6995WTGm_H3GIls-Is/s320/rocket5.jpg" /></a> <br /><div>A young lady came to see me. </div><br /><div></div><br /><div>These are the cufflinks she commissioned for her husband to be.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>The cufflinks are hand engraved and oxidised black to help give definition to the artwork.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>The lettering is about 1.5mm tall.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Hope you like.</div>Chris Parryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17520090589499360510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4264468183916982821.post-29012877357198103392011-04-24T01:41:00.000-07:002011-04-24T01:41:39.448-07:0010% OFF on Etsy - Easter Sale<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq1N-Axrls8kFPsk5GjXYqhEDwYsyMmMPjYrqOG9PTOEk_9KzVxzJbiEyFmqNXM5BgRJFFg3ip2Fx-mIDQm5psD0Sw7t2l9HLVa3esvMHYF0JlZxd7TduiBZrGEblm2R1mSyYQY9ht4dc/s1600/neck1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" i8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq1N-Axrls8kFPsk5GjXYqhEDwYsyMmMPjYrqOG9PTOEk_9KzVxzJbiEyFmqNXM5BgRJFFg3ip2Fx-mIDQm5psD0Sw7t2l9HLVa3esvMHYF0JlZxd7TduiBZrGEblm2R1mSyYQY9ht4dc/s320/neck1.jpg" width="320" /></a>To celebrate the Easter weekend, I am offering 10% discount on all Etsy sales.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
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</div>Offer ends midnight 25th April 2010Chris Parryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17520090589499360510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4264468183916982821.post-13502274896025885292011-04-23T13:52:00.000-07:002011-04-23T13:52:00.326-07:00The Crown Ring<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhEj3E8DdHmFrCUUaf4XctlOm5Fyt1NIG5O43RwATlKfkkwp9u4kZSaPbGvZELHypnVoeq6pZk-MV9KhXj7xBzEMFFUsxoAPbFc_NsJQVNtak9otSW1PRDnq3-61EVGZdp9iPMCTstQWE/s1600/crown3.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5597029575773757746" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhEj3E8DdHmFrCUUaf4XctlOm5Fyt1NIG5O43RwATlKfkkwp9u4kZSaPbGvZELHypnVoeq6pZk-MV9KhXj7xBzEMFFUsxoAPbFc_NsJQVNtak9otSW1PRDnq3-61EVGZdp9iPMCTstQWE/s320/crown3.jpg" /></a> <br /><div>Here is a new image of one of my existing designs.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>The Crown Ring.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Handmade from scratch in sterling silver. There are seven seperate components in this little ring.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>More details can be found <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/39843976/the-crown-ring">here...</a></div>Chris Parryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17520090589499360510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4264468183916982821.post-39855611536794589192011-04-22T13:55:00.000-07:002011-04-22T13:55:00.818-07:00Fingerprint Charm<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrPanQBsRV62qDs_EduhiJ2mjlXZxN4tT6hELLvQCIlu5_mb-w7gx7LzzM4_iMdYvotBt_A4f809HdwkFTZxHrK2FAMkvNxN7zKxOG0lJ76w_VVAVew4wARXBG_bNReu-8tbPkkn4kRCE/s1600/charm1.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5597030179456573010" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrPanQBsRV62qDs_EduhiJ2mjlXZxN4tT6hELLvQCIlu5_mb-w7gx7LzzM4_iMdYvotBt_A4f809HdwkFTZxHrK2FAMkvNxN7zKxOG0lJ76w_VVAVew4wARXBG_bNReu-8tbPkkn4kRCE/s320/charm1.jpg" /></a> <br /><div>Really enjoying my hand engraving at the moment.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Here is a recent commission of Violet's fingerprint on her mum's charm.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>The charm is 18mm across.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>More details can be found <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/72416247/personalised-fingerprint-charm-your">here...</a></div>Chris Parryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17520090589499360510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4264468183916982821.post-52392105999616884282011-04-21T13:51:00.000-07:002011-04-21T13:51:00.566-07:00Barbed Wire Earrings<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih7PA-2DSr-HEk7EidMiicPiLt94GRTIQRA54EDNuWEvPT42rZvhu4Dz5xkBi1s3M7jCPXGl7Ft8ZDBUWMsVlUBybGOcGz-GU2Wiaot8mDQu-SKLpqtbNr-5DBZ9YJw5bpoWfS25Au8_s/s1600/barbed-ears1.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5597029198804505714" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih7PA-2DSr-HEk7EidMiicPiLt94GRTIQRA54EDNuWEvPT42rZvhu4Dz5xkBi1s3M7jCPXGl7Ft8ZDBUWMsVlUBybGOcGz-GU2Wiaot8mDQu-SKLpqtbNr-5DBZ9YJw5bpoWfS25Au8_s/s320/barbed-ears1.jpg" /></a> <br /><div>Here is another piece in my barbed wire jewellery range</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>A pair of barbed wire silver stufd earrings. Full details can be found <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/72415198/barbed-wire-sterling-silver-earrings">here...</a></div>Chris Parryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17520090589499360510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4264468183916982821.post-9906335141504523722011-04-20T13:46:00.000-07:002011-04-20T13:46:00.626-07:00Barbed Wire Cufflinks<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIv-149TOmtCCWwBVLwEu6jD4TfOrtQPloLBefhs3Xw04Aig6xzR0C8ZDLJ_vW48Zpfehyphenhypheng_e8B6GxDx2Jj8gErzMCPN22JiUkjK6UB4Q_p8n7zgBAuIHc6BYPgVOtPa75iDqJwxh5B1w/s1600/barbed-cuffs2.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5597027966502411890" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIv-149TOmtCCWwBVLwEu6jD4TfOrtQPloLBefhs3Xw04Aig6xzR0C8ZDLJ_vW48Zpfehyphenhypheng_e8B6GxDx2Jj8gErzMCPN22JiUkjK6UB4Q_p8n7zgBAuIHc6BYPgVOtPa75iDqJwxh5B1w/s320/barbed-cuffs2.jpg" /></a> <br /><div>A third item from my babred wire jewellery range</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>You can see full details of these barbed wire cufflinks <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/72415903/barbed-wire-sterling-silver-cufflinks">here...</a></div>Chris Parryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17520090589499360510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4264468183916982821.post-25067397111530627742011-04-20T09:23:00.000-07:002011-04-20T09:23:00.295-07:00New UK handmade website....WOWTHANKYOU<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinUNo8RV9-BlT5R31c-HCgXimGS7RWg8WjhCmz96nNcoKiUvVQEfE3ymvq_c2988Ga1U4CrKGOEZBYJZAhcUtK0bkPUwpQOTgRg9JIj-KkK2svAypeny4ny2YottnkqIps_7gIV2QwT9Y/s1600/roman2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinUNo8RV9-BlT5R31c-HCgXimGS7RWg8WjhCmz96nNcoKiUvVQEfE3ymvq_c2988Ga1U4CrKGOEZBYJZAhcUtK0bkPUwpQOTgRg9JIj-KkK2svAypeny4ny2YottnkqIps_7gIV2QwT9Y/s320/roman2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />
So hopefully this new website will launch today.<br />
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<a href="http://wowthankyou.com/chris-parry/">WOWTHANKYOU</a><br />
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I have set up shop there, so please pop in and say hello.<br />
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It promotoes UK only handmade quality gifts.Chris Parryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17520090589499360510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4264468183916982821.post-34624101421716931232011-04-19T16:19:00.000-07:002011-04-19T16:19:23.256-07:00100,000 ....gosh that is a fair few.So, I was over on my Flickr page and was looking at my stats on picture views. <br />
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I've had over 100,000 views across all my pics over the years. Then coincidentally, my blog, you know the thing you are reading now, has also had over a 100,000 views.<br />
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Now, I know only too well, that some of those didn't bother to stay around and take in the scenery, but it is still a fair few.<br />
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Strangers, complete unknown surfers who have happened upon my part of the interwebernet. <br />
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The one thing I do know for certain, is that a fair few of them have turned into customers. They often start off with,<br />
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"Saw your pic and I would like something similar....."<br />
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Every day I get e-mails from people who have found me via some obscure, long since forgotten photo or blog post. Quite a few of those contacts then progress into clients.<br />
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so the whole point of this little blog article, is twofold. a) thank you one and all, who have been nosey enough to stop by and have a gawp. b) if you, like me, are an independant artist, don't underestimate the power of the web. Things as mundane as Flickr and Blogs. <br />
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If it weren't for the web, then I would not be working for myself. I wouldn't have my own little shop and get to drink lattes all day whilst I listen to my music. Instead I would be working for someone else.<br />
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What a horrible thought!<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxCpcjFkxRND9_VweXSExD_fkplcaHmMJvO0omsU4Je1Rcf0O8Uni9m1_yuVY85U_Et2E0K9kqN72XlGp0xkNA49zwB45XMBFmEC_lqHSJD3MWUEs-ob_Yr1gkTqNmAIHrb9fUdE6StDI/s1600/michelle5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" i8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxCpcjFkxRND9_VweXSExD_fkplcaHmMJvO0omsU4Je1Rcf0O8Uni9m1_yuVY85U_Et2E0K9kqN72XlGp0xkNA49zwB45XMBFmEC_lqHSJD3MWUEs-ob_Yr1gkTqNmAIHrb9fUdE6StDI/s320/michelle5.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>This is a recent commission. 9k white gold and set with a bunch of stones that came from the clients old battered rings.Chris Parryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17520090589499360510noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4264468183916982821.post-59088116743254744252011-04-19T13:44:00.000-07:002011-04-19T13:44:00.966-07:00Barbed Wire bracelet<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhy6RAgKsldFOBpECCD43GOoMmHvhvKcoz25ys_o5xxJXjwmDKlFrXoRbepj51V3xcCIYHhqNZB7rxGq0i-HRMmy0qhXmVbqhBlYbzXk66r-MQeoDL1O5T16vHwuBuqr-P5z1kqvcPuLbk/s1600/barbed-bracelet2.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5597027444929169634" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhy6RAgKsldFOBpECCD43GOoMmHvhvKcoz25ys_o5xxJXjwmDKlFrXoRbepj51V3xcCIYHhqNZB7rxGq0i-HRMmy0qhXmVbqhBlYbzXk66r-MQeoDL1O5T16vHwuBuqr-P5z1kqvcPuLbk/s320/barbed-bracelet2.jpg" /></a> <br /><div>Here is another pieces in the barbed wire jewellery range.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>You can see more details about it here...</div>Chris Parryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17520090589499360510noreply@blogger.com