Sue quit her day job a few weeks ago to focus on her craft — check it out and I’m sure you’ll agree that she made the right decision!
Lulu Bug Jewelry: My name is Sue Urquhart and I named my business Lulu Bug (who is one of my sweet Shar-peis) because my last name is hard to pronounce and even harder to spell!
I’ve always found inspiration in nature. I especially love birds – they are found on every continent, and no matter where you are, if you stop and look you can find bird life. I enjoy just watching them go about their business, and they never fail to bring a smile to my face.
I’ve been riding my bicycle lately, and find it’s the best time to dream up new things to make. What looks like a bunch of dry weeds when zooming by in a car actually turns out to be beautiful shapes and forms when you’re going by at bicycle speeds. Just slowing down and taking a look around outside every day keeps the ideas flowing.
I’m fortunate to live in an area (Sonoma County, California) that still has an abundance of natural beauty. But there is beauty to be found everywhere, if you just look at things a bit differently. I try to express that in my jewelry.
Jess says
June 19, 2009 at 6:58 amWoah! Sue’s work is just amazing! I can only aspire to have her level of skill, craftsmanship, and creativity – just wonderful!
.-= Jess’s latest post: Treasury – Summer Nights =-.
patricia wood says
June 19, 2009 at 8:22 amWhat a talented artist!!! Love Lulu Bug Jewelry!!!
so wabi sabi says
June 19, 2009 at 8:56 amI really love your clean designs that reflect nature…and definitely your philosophy on finding beauty everywhere if you just take the time to be present. Just lovely.
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Todd in Santa Fe says
June 20, 2009 at 7:40 amI love these simple and clean designs. They really catch your eye!! Lovely!
Janice Abarbanel says
June 20, 2009 at 1:31 pmI love her metalwork designs and the colors she uses. Great Etsy seller!!!
Jennifer DeDonato says
June 26, 2009 at 6:35 pmher work is amazing…i want so much to get something!
Birdland Creations says
June 29, 2009 at 3:03 pmHow great to see Sue’s work featured here. She makes gorgeous pieces!
Marja says
June 29, 2009 at 3:07 pmJust absolutely gorgeous! Good luck to you!
.-= Marja’s latest post: Modern Swirls – Fused Glass Jewelry Set =-.