📘 Day 39 – Structured Version
Technique: Simple textured dangle earrings
Win: Yes
Challenge:
- To make a simple pair of circular dangle earrings with clean, well-finished edges
- To create a hammered texture
- To add gold leaf for a grungy, vintage feel
Lessons Learned:
- My edge finishing is improving
- I am getting more confident with placing posts accurately
- My drill hole placement for jump rings is becoming more precise
Confidence Level: 9/10
Notes:
- The combination of hammered texture and gold leaf adds depth and character without complicating the design
🌿 Day 39 – Reflective Version
Day 39 felt grounded in simplicity, but not in an easy way.
The goal was straightforward: clean circular dangles, a hammered texture, and a touch of gold leaf to bring in that slightly worn, vintage feel. Nothing overly complex in concept, but very dependent on control and finish.
And that’s where the real progress showed.
There’s a noticeable shift happening now. The edges are cleaner. The posts are placed with more intention. The drill holes are no longer something I hope will line up, they are starting to land exactly where I expect them to. These are small things on the surface, but they change the entire feel of the finished piece.
The hammered texture added interest without overwhelming the design, and the gold leaf introduced just enough irregularity to keep it from feeling too neat. It balanced structure with imperfection in a way that worked.
What stands out most is that I am beginning to trust my hands more. Not perfectly, not every time, but enough to see consistency emerging.
This wasn’t a dramatic day. It was a quiet one.
And those are often the days where the real skill builds.
