Back from Seattle and Alaska

We are back from vacation and back to reality! Our cruise to Alaska was wonderful and Seattle was just GREAT! We saw lots places and things this past week. Even though the weather did not cooperate we still made the best of it. So if you are interested in seeing our pictures I set it all up on Shutterfly. http://alaskacruiseseattle2010.shutterfly.com/

I've Been Away!

I really like updating my blog but just have not done it! I guess I am not disciplined. I just took some pictures of some new things I made. The piece pictured here is stunning. It is made of rare graduated Swarovski crystals in opaque turquoise. It looks great on the neck as it lays just perfectly. The summer will go by fast and I have lots to make for the Fall and Holiday season. Always something to do and keeping busy.

Do you ear what I ear? (part four)

I was sent an Etsy convo today from Laura Kuhlmann letting me know she chose a pair of my earrings to be one of several pairs of earrings she was featuring in yellow. And she is from New Jersey too. It was very nice of her to include me, much appreciated.
Do you ear what I ear? (part four)

Vintage Rhinestones

I am soooo addicted to vintage rhinestones! The colors and shapes are endless. Besides creating pretty earrings, part of the fun is looking for the stones. The pair pictured here are so happy and fun in pink, blue and green. The flowers on the post just add to the femininity and flirtiness of these dangles.

May Give Away!

This is my first Give Away for 2010 so I hope the instructions are clear. If not drop me a note with your question(s).
Here is what you can win:
*Swarovski crystal cross pendant made from 100 crystals in shades of purple. The cross is dimensional and can be reversed for a different purple color way. The crystals are woven together with tiny seed beads between each crystal. The pendant measure 1 3/4” x 1 1/8” and is on an 18” gold plated chain with a 1 /2” extender. STUNNING!
*The bracelet is made from Swarovski pearls in bronze and shaded seed beads. All the beads are woven together to make this pretty design. The clasp is a toggle in copper tone. The bracelet fits an average wrist and measures 7 1/2”. Very classic.
*The earrings are made from vintage rhinestones. The drop rhinestones are set in brass and dangle from Swarovski crystal flower. I have put these on bronze post earrings. The total length of these s 1 1/2”. If you like pink and vintage you will love these.
More pictures can be viewed by clicking PHOTOS.

What do you have to do to win one of these items?
-You need to follow my Blog by clicking the 'Follow' button found on the left side on the blog page. Then add a comment to the May Give Away post that you are now following me.
At the end of the month I will draw a name of the winner and you can select one of the items.
You can get get an extra chance to win if you let me know that you Twittered this Give Away or shared with your Facebook friends you get another chance to win as I will add your name a second time to the pot of names.

So GOOD LUCK to all who enter this Give Away!

Bead Weaving

I enjoy creating using a variety of bead techniques. One technique I enjoy is bead weaving as it can be very intricate. The cross pictured here is made from 100 Swarovski crystals in different shades of blue plus it is reversible with another colorway on the opposite side. Also added at tiny seed beads between each crystal which makes the cross more interesting and delicate. The color combinations are endless when Swarovski crystals are used. I can see this cross made up in clear crystals for a bride or even for a confirmation or communion. So many beads and so little time!

Vintage Bead Necklace

I usually do not string beads but sometimes I just need to for a change. Most of the beads in this necklace are vintage and the colors remind me of the 1940-1950's, jadeite, red and yellow. The beads came from an assortment of different places, bead trips, Internet and places unknown. FUN piece to make!

HAPPY EARTH DAY!

WOW! The first Earth Day was in 1970 and I was part of it. At the time I was going to school in NYC. 5th Avenue was closed down and we walked the avenue. There were flowers everywhere and people were handing out daffodils. It was beautiful sunny and clear day, a day to remember.

Mom's Crochet

My Mom is soooo talented! She loves to crochet and she is a FANTASTIC cook. I visit with my folks about once or twice a week and my husband is always anxious to see what kind of goody I bring home. This week it was a hunk of Italian Cheese pie. He just loves my Mom's cooking and baking. In her spare time she crochets, the more involved and fine the more she likes it. This flower is one of several and the colors are just luscious! The flower is actually a brooch/pin which looks great on a jacket, sweater or even a hat.

Wearable Art and Craft Show to Benefit the Animal Orphange

Next Saturday, April 17th, I will be in Marlton at the Wearable Art and Craft show to Benefit the animal Orphanage. 20% of my proceeds will be donated to the orphanage, which is wonderful cause. The show will be located at the Promenade at Sagemore in Marlton, from 10am-5pm and is indoors between Suede Hair Salon and Panera Bread, and the admission is FREE. So stop by if you need a gift for Mother's Day, something for yourself or just window shop all the wonderful handmade items that will be on display! Or you just might want to adopt a new furry friend to love.