Christine Hansen
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I'm a mixed media jewelry artist based in Olympia, Washington. I specialize in creating handmade lampwork glass beads and limited edition mixed media art charms.
I make beautiful things and I encourage others to do this as well. I love my work, and I love bringing joy to others with my work, classes, and tutorials. |
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Got charms?
Making Mixed Media Art Charms and Jewelry (Kalmbach Books), the book I wrote with the phenomenally talented Peg Krzyzewski, was published in June of 2010, to rave reviews. The first edition of our book sold out in less than two months (!!! I know, right?) You can purchase a *signed* copy from me through my Etsy shop, or if you prefer an unsigned copy, you may purchase from our publisher Kalmbach, or from Amazon. We're working on Book No. 2 now! |
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You're Invited!
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Peg and I started the Art Charms Yahoo Group to build a community of people as crazy about art charms as we are. We have a great group of really talented artists and collectors, and we're always welcoming new members. We have frequent charm swaps, contests, and a virtual chat every Thursday night. You don't have to buy the book to join the group, so come check it out! |
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Classes
I am thrilled to be teaching at Shipwreck Beads in Lacey, WA. I've put together four terrific classes, and have more in the works! My current classes are Basic Wire Jewelry Techniques (this class gets new jewelry artists up and running with ten of the most-used techniques), Wild Wire Mixed Media Pendants (use wire and a handful of beads to embellish a top-drilled stone pendant), Lanyards Workshop I (this project is also an eyeglass necklace!), and Dangly Sparkly Earrings (a shimmery cascade of tiny chain, Swarovski crystals, and freshwater pearls highlights sweet beads. See my blog for additional pictures of pieces created using techniques taught in Basic Wire Jewelry Techniques. For more information and to sign up, visit Shipwreck Beads. Look for more classes in early 2012! |
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