Star Trek Convention Las Vegas 2023
Standout costumes made by fans, seen in Las Vegas this year
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Karen Christians
- Aug 10
- 1 min
Designing a Ray Gun
I was approached to make an award for an arts organization... Long story short, I decided to make a Ray Gun Bolo Tie. It speaks to the...
Karen Christians
- Jul 27
- 1 min
A Visit with Maggie Schpak
I met Maggie Schpak at a Star Trek convention in 2015, as I began research for my upcoming book "The Jewelry of Star Trek"...
Karen Christians
- May 24
- 1 min
The Vulcan IDIC pin
Some behind-the-scenes on the making of the commemorative IDIC pin, for the 50th Anniversary of Star Trek
Karen Christians
- Apr 19
- 1 min
The Genesis of "The Jewelry of Star Trek"
The idea for my book on "The Jewelry of Star Trek", in process, began with a conversation and a convention...
Karen Christians
- Mar 20
- 1 min
Talk: Making in Chiang Mai
When: Friday night, March 31 Time: 6:00 to 7:30 Reception at 7:30-8. Where: WAS Teaching Space, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell MA Free to the...
Karen Christians
- Jan 3
- 1 min
New Year's Wish
May 2023 bring you health, happiness and good fortune wherever you roam. Buddha cat sends you peace and contemplation. Happy New Year....
Karen Christians
- Dec 28, 2022
- 2 min
Thai Metal Fabrication
Chasing and Repoussé is a decorative metal technique known throughout the world. Chase, as to make a line in metal with a special tool,...
Karen Christians
- Aug 7, 2022
- 1 min
Artist-Teacher-Entrepreneur: a conversation with Charles & Systems
I had the good fortune to record an interview with the interesting Entrepreneur and ultra-athlete Charles & Systems: Founders Wisdom...
Karen Christians
- Jul 25, 2022
- 2 min
SPIN
SPIN runs August 31 through September 25 at Loading Dock Gallery, 122 Western Avenue, Lowell, MA. Open noon-5:30 pm, Wednesday-Saturday;...
Karen Christians
- Jul 15, 2022
- 3 min
Interview with Betty Sue King, aka The Pearl Goddess
Karen says: I’ve known Betty Sue King "The Pearl Goddess" for about 25 years. I met her at my first SNAG (Society of North American...
Karen Christians
- Jul 2, 2022
- 1 min
Growing a Diamond
In October 2021, I was privileged to present a ring for sale at the Burning Man Sotheby’s Auction highlighting a unique lab-grown from...
Karen Christians
- Jun 25, 2022
- 1 min
This summer is buzzing...
...with projects, but I also find it necessary to furl in my octopus’ arms and give them a rest. For six days at Omega Institute,...
Karen Christians
- Jun 10, 2022
- 1 min
A great Time at The Bench
After two and half years, I could finally stretch my in-person teaching chops at The Bench in Pawtucket, RI. For two days, students...
Karen Christians
- Mar 25, 2022
- 1 min
Call for Students!
Patrick, Pepetools and The Bench at RI A phone call from Pepetools Inc. connected me with their tool sale and there I met a new friend!...
Karen Christians
- Mar 12, 2022
- 1 min
Kids These Days
Teaching jewelry to teens is a passion of mine. Ring Fabrication with Lochlan Gilpatrick. We spent two days working on a sterling ring...
Karen Christians
- Mar 10, 2022
- 1 min
Spin: A gallery installation for September
A solo Installation of pewter spin casting molds and 800 pieces of cast jewelry will represent the lost manufacturing companies of Rhode...
Karen Christians
- Feb 21, 2022
- 1 min
Flights of Fancy: Montreal and Quebec
During the window of openings and closings in Canada, I spent 10 days in Montreal and Quebec City. How very lucky that a special world of...
Karen Christians
- Feb 4, 2022
- 1 min
Noah's Arc of Learning
Noah’s mom sent me an email inquiring about a full day workshop for her son. He has been watching YouTube videos on creating a steel cold...
Karen Christians
- Dec 30, 2021
- 1 min
Imagine
John Lennon said it best. Imagine. I’ve thought a lot about this word, dreaming about a time with no pandemic, the freedom to hug, and...
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