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Of course you know why I thought of Christmas when I made these earrings – hey, they’re red and green and sparkly. But honestly, they would look good anytime. And (also of course) you could use any color combination.
I am really fond of these. Partly because they have sparkly color that really shows up, but the jewels are small – so these would be really comfortable to wear all day long. And, the silver plated chains add such movement! That’s one of those classic design elements that I really love – with a minimum amount of work, the chains add a lot of style. It’s just a bit of extra fun, you know?
Really – take this idea and make it yours. And, or, maybe some Christmas earring gifts! Just because 🙂
Like a lot of us – most of us I hope – I’m staying home right now, finding things to do around the house, keeping my online business going even if times are weird, and sometimes playing with pretty sparkies in my workshop. There is no deep significance, it’s just that sometimes a pretty little bauble can lift the spirits, and I can rationalize it by saying “it’s business”.
Well it is, but it’s also that I like making pretties, and trying new combinations. You know how that is 🙂
I tried out this new combination for earrings and I think they’re lovely!
I really like the combination of the vintage peridot crystal teardrops and peach rivoli faceted round gems – and of course the design could be adapted to all sorts of color combos.
You see what I mean, though. It doesn’t have to be fussy or difficult to make pretty earrings! Or expensive either. It’s just a way to make a little treat for a friend, or for yourself, in these difficult times.
Stay safe!
My husband noticed that our new neighbors were working on their lawn and went over to offer his weed eater to them – just being friendly and maybe helpful. Yes, he was being careful – they didn’t shake hands, and he was wearing a double-folded, high-cotton Harley Davidson Bandanna mask, so he was covered. During the course of the casual conversation, New Neighbor happened to ask if we had any actual masks. Nope, we were using bandannas and scarves – and mostly just staying home and avoiding people!
Yard chores finished (for the moment), DH came home, said the new folks seemed like good people, and we went about our day.
Later on, out of the blue, a package with two masks appeared on our porch. Just a friendly gesture, yknow? A gift from our new neighbors. The masks are beautifully made, fitted onto the face as they should be, and created with tightly woven cotton, which is supposed to be the most effective fabric to use.
I wanted to show off the one I will be proudly wearing on those few errands to the outside world!
So now I have a handmade mask that’s pretty cool. And the neighbors?
Are very cool 🙂
P.S. Oh! I almost forgot to mention, my mask is reversible. Here’s the other side:
Aqua and aquamarine – you know they’re the birthstone color for March, right? It’s also worth noting that aqua is one of the most universally flattering colors. From light aqua to deeper turquoise, almost everyone can wear it. If you’re born under the zodiac sign Pisces (Feb. 19 to March 19, i think? correct me if I’m wrong!) – aqua is also your zodiac color.
So if you’re wanting to give (or make!) a gift for your favorite Pisces, or your bff, or your girlfriend, or your mom – or even you – aqua is a wonderful choice! And also, as you can see here, it’s beautiful!
And from today through March 1, 2020 (at midnight) they’re also on sale! Buy one pair and get the second pair (or pendant) free. The only catch is “equal or lesser value” – and while quantities last, so don’t wait too long.
Enjoy – make pretty gifts – or pamper yourself. It’s a sale after all!
I was looking at these gorgeous navy blue (montana sapphire) jewels last night, and my girlfriend mentioned that her mom just loved navy blue. Well, I thought, these would make a great jewelry set for her. Me and my girlfriend worked that out (she’ll dog sit one afternoon, and she got the pretty jewels plus findings and chain. A win-win!)
Anyway, that just got me thinking…Mother’s Day is a couple months off. No rush, right? But hey, maybe you’re making a lot of gifts anyway – or maybe you make jewelry to sell. Mother’s Day is a day to remember! And Moms like lots of different colors. Like these gorgeous montana sapphire stones!
The earring beads come in one-ring, two-ring, or no-ring settings (as shown) so you can make exactly the style you like best. And your mom? She’ll love them!
Just a quick post today (where does the time go!?) to show off some pretty red glass jewels available in my shop right now – and to celebrate 2020, there’s a great sale going on right now too!
Buy any RED item in my shop (see link above) and get a second item free! The sale’s only good through February 5, 2020 – so don’t wait too long. Just buy an item, then message me to tell me what you want your freebie to be. Equal or lesser value and all that, but that’s the only catch!
And it’s sheer coincidence that RED is my fabulousness color right now, and that the Kansas City Chiefs colors are red and white and they’re in the Super Bowl tomorrow! Just a coincidence. Right!
(Go Chiefs!)
Just a quick note (I know, where does the time go lately!) – to wish all of you a happy, prosperous, healthy, loving new year. Let’s make this a good one!
The pups definitely agree. Even if they look like they’re waiting (semi-patiently) for The Ball to come their way. There are priorities, after all 🙂
Happy New Year, y’all!
Yes, I’m doing a BOGO sale – buy one, get one free! Just for the fun of it. And yes, it introduces me to new customers, and that’s a win/win for both of us 🙂 So – here we go – you’re going to love this! From today through Sunday, December 1, 2019, when you buy any
blue jewels in my shop – you get a second pair free!
This applies to pendants too of course! If it’s any shade of blue, you can buy one, get one free. For all these, the only proviso is the “equal or lesser value” thing – but that’s it. Buy one, get one free. Good through Sunday Dec. 1. This is great for holiday gift ideas – and holiday jewelry for you, too!
I just wanted to show off some pretty crystals (glass jewels) that I’m spotlighting this season. Somehow the vivid, bright clear colors just seem so happy!
You can tell from the pics that any of these crystals would make lovely earrings or pendants “as is” – just add earwires or a chain. And you know they can also be combined to make your own special fabulous creations 🙂
And if you mention this blog post when (or after) you order, you can buy any two pairs and get another one free! Just tell me what your freebie should be (equal or lesser value, but really that’s the only catch).
Making jewelry is such fun! And making presents is even better. You save money – and you make someone happy. I mean come on, isn’t that the best combo?
The sale runs from today through midnight on Friday, December 6. Go for it – get creative, save money – and have fun!
I meant to update the bracelet idea I mentioned back in September – showing the clear crystal glass gems in silver settings. It’s not surprising that these clear gems adopt the color of the settings – but still seeing it is pretty cool. If you like silver, this style will totally work for you!
And I’ve started a new sale so you can get these adorable cushion cut octagons at an even better price! Just mention this blog post when you buy – and for every pair you buy, you get a pair free! Buy two pairs – get two pairs free. That’s enough to make the bracelet as shown 🙂 (and if you want more for earrings, or a necklace… well, you get the idea!)
Buy one – get one free!
That offer is good till October 30 (at midnight, the witching hour) – so don’t wait too long!
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