My dad Joe Vizzi had 2 bouts with TB in his lifetime. Once when he was 17ish he spent about 2 years in a sanitorium (JN Adams) in Perrysburg, NY and then again when he was around 30 he stayed in a local hospital. During the second bout, my mom had just given birth to my brother Anthony, I was not quite 2 yet and my brother Joe was almost 4. My poor mom had her hands full taking care of a new born, two small kids and going back and forth to the hospital to visit her husband. If that wasn't enough, I became sick. They couldn't figure out what was wrong with me so they took all kinds...
Hi there! Are you interested in working with metal clay? Or are you just looking for some tips for the beginner? Well, you've come to the right place! If you have any questions or would like to take a class or schedule a Creative Night Out feel free to contact me, Dawn at davoriajewelry@gmail.com. I would be happy to answer any questions that you might have. I have put together a video that will walk you through explaining some of my tools and the making of a simple piece. I hope you enjoy. Also, If you could take a minute and let me know what you think of my video I would appreciate it. Begin working with...
The winner of our gift certificate challenge is Amy Jump Cycon! Thank you for entering Amy. You and a guest will each recieve a recieve a $50 daVoria gift certificate to redeem in person or at davoria.com. Please check your email for your certificates. Amy is a breast cancer survivor and told about how her mom was by her side for every chemo treatment. Her mom is always there for the people in her life and is helpful for everyone without even being asked. She sounds like an amazing person Amy! Everyone else who entered, thank you so much for participating! you will recieve 2 $10 gift certificates for you and a guest to spend in person or at davoria.com. Instructions on how to...
Do you have a strong mom/mom figure in your life? A female that was a big influence to you? My mom and mother in law were two amazingly strong women who had a huge impact on me becoming who I am. I cherish the fact that they both believed in me. I have created this challenge for you in honor of them.There are 2 simple steps to enter: 1. Sign up for my mailing list here. If you already have go to step 2. 2. Email me at davoriajewelry@gmail.com. Put CHALLENGE in the subject line. Then tell me about that special person. It doesn't have to be long. Just a couple of sentences telling me why that person is so special to you....
For those who haven't been following me for very long here's a little bit about my jewelry journey... This is a photo of my mom and dad at my sons wedding. It was the day before their 50th wedding anniversary celebration. It was a wonderful weekend. Two and a half months later my mom died. My mom and I were very close. While trying to deal with my grief I was looking for something to do with my time. Something my mom and I did not have in common. That's where the beading came in. I found comfort in the gemstones and their healing power. They helped soothe me working through my grief. After a while the gemstones just weren't...
