KGI Worldwide Design Contest Gallery 2007
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Toni Allen – Sandy, UT
Leather Corset Belt - Sometimes I have so many ideas that I can’t seem to turn my brain off – it makes for some very long or sleepless nights. I love to create art that transcends trends & that will be classic for years to come. The corset has been around for ages, I updated it with a modern look. It is genuine leather with Swarovski square frames. The closure allows for interchangeable sashes, ribbons, or whatever suits your mood, day or evening, casual or fancy.
Lynn Popkowski – Katy, TX
Golden Pearls - When it comes to beading, Swarovski crystals are my passion! I started beading as a hobby several years ago, and it continues to be a hobby I enjoy immensely. The bracelet I made for this contest comes from my love of “Crystal Golden Shadow” beads. Combined with Swarovski “Creamrose” pearls, it makes a beautiful combination. I wanted to make a bracelet that used several Swarovski elements (3015, 5040, 5301, 5810 & 5821, and yet make it simple enough so that any beader can duplicate it. This bracelet is elegant and stunning and will appeal to many Swarovski bead lovers!
T'wana Scott – NiziTapi Designs
Floral Interruption Brooch - I am Twana Scott your Artist, Designer. I study movement. I believe movement is privilege.I interned in Chicago and learned the basics of stained glass. With a close friend we started constructing glass belt buckles, then onto earrings……..and so now, the list goes on. I loved the possibilities with the color, shapes, texture of the glass. That was my start. I moved to Rhode Island after leaving Chicago and started selling immediately to boutiques in the area. I then created IIEH Designs with my partner and have been learning ever since. Now it is just me and I have created the NiziTapi lines. …Ever changing always learning.
Movement and color have much to do with the way someone feels. I first began making large earrings for myself and the smaller ones for the people. Now size doesn’t matter. All pieces are hand made. I do enjoy collaborating with other Artists on some projects. I like new places, faces. It keeps my mind fresh and clear for new ideas to manifest.
Caito Amorose – McKeesport, PA
Mother’s Bracelet - I designed this bracelet as a living legacy for my three furry four-legged kids. They are Northern breeds, love to play in the snow, and are cherished for their own personality and story to tell. Amusingly, as with all children and their parents, I recognize a bit of myself in each one. It is their eyes that hold me spellbound: Zorya, with the noble independence of sapphire; Jinx, an affectionate and loyal milk chocolate; and Isis, serenely sweet with a color of each. As with all mothers, I can not imagine my life without them.
Toni Allen – Sandy, UT
Rock candy Bracelet - I’ve gotten this bracelet down to a 4 hour job, as over 75 Swarovski crystals are individually hand wrapped/tied on & everything is done in sterling silver.
Fainna Pevzner – Ashdod, Israel
I was born in Russia, Odessa in 1948. In 1990 I immigrated to Israel with my family and now I am living in Ashdod. In Russia I was a piano teacher. Two and a half years ago, walking on the street I saw Swarovski stones at the shop. I was amazed by the form, the colors and the glitter. Since then I’m designing jewels and love it a lot. The necklace and the earrings are made of Swarovski crystals and gold clay.
Andrew Thornton - Brooklyn, NY
Miel - "Miel" means honey. Honey is iconic with its warm golden glow and sweet floral accents. It is the product of great communal effort and used for all manners of purposes, from preserving wooden statues and sweetening teas, to fighting wrinkles and soothing throats. It is a miraculous substance. I wanted to create a saccharine piece, mellifluously dripping from the wearer’s neck.