Somerset Studio is out!

So excited! Found out that some of the book stores had the new "Somerset Studio" and I ran right out to get my copy! Went to Barnes and Noble because a friend told me she saw it, went there and ours didn't have it, bummer! But then I went to Border's and they were holding a copy for me. So, as you can see I'm in it and I bought 2 copies, why, I don't know, maybe I'll frame one! I'll also be in "Where Women Create and Marie Vol.1. So I'll be stalking the stores for those copies too, haha!

Oh...don't forget about my giveaway below, as it ends at midnight Sunday!

Attic Findings!

So my hubby decided it's time to see what we've been hoarding in the attic all these years, haha! Well, his findings brought on some real emotions, these little smurfs were my kids and I'm not going to tell you how old my kids are but believe me when I say these ARE vintage, lol!

More pics to come, clothes, baby shoes, even a cute shirt we bought on a trip to Hawaii for our son!

Don't forget to enter my giveaway below!!!!

My New Earrings Arrived!

My new earrings arrived today in the mail! I love them! Thank you Kathi! They are "vintage cotton pearls" made in Japan in the 1940's. They have the most beautiful pearl finish I've ever seen on a pearl. If you want to know more about them check out her blog.

Don't forget to check out my giveaway below!

MY LOLLISHOP GIVEAWAY!

I've decided to switch gears here a little. I had just posted my new giveaway was coming up as soon as I designed something today......well on second thought, I decided this was going to be my next giveaway! So perfect for Spring and Summer! I only sell these at my shows or if someone contacts me! I have a necklace with small ones on a chain in my sweet romance shop.

This beautiful white flower I hand made from a vintage blouse. Looks beautiful on a sweater, a jacket or even a purse. Yes...a purse! I have one pinned on 2 different spring and summer purses and get loads of comments!

All you have to do is go to my Lollishop "sweet romance" and come back here and tell me in the comments your favorite item in my Lollishop! So simple, unlike my last giveaway, lol!

Giveaway starts NOW and ends at Midnight on Sunday March 1, 2009! I will draw 1 name from all who commented......Good luck to everyone!

Almost forgot.......you will also recieve something extra special in your package if you're the winner! It's something in my Lollishop now!!!!

MY STUDIO

Thought I'd post a couple pictures of my studio where I create! I love this area but it's constantly work in progress! Just posting a couple of pics today and more to come, I hope you enjoy looking as I know I love seeing others. My inspiration comes from "the feathered nest"! I love her blog.

Here Comes The Sun!

Here's a few items in my Etsy shop to share with you! The pink beads and all the blue ones are vintage beads. All in limited supply!

Today was going to be a great day for taking pictures! Woke up kinda late this morning, came downstairs and knew I better start taking pics before I finish the newspaper and my coffee. The forecast said it wasn't going to be out all day, so I took some pics of new jewelry I made last night and a few pieces that needed better pics.

All three pieces are listed in my etsy shop!

And by the way, sun keeps going in and out with on and off snow! So it's a good thing I got my picture taking done.

Hope you having a wonderful Sunday! More new picture tomorrow .

New Items!

New items listed in my shop! Glass pendant with Eiffel Tower image, a beautiful pair of vintage bead earrings with "vintaj" brass bead caps! The vintage lilac opalescent rosebuds are so pretty! And then there's the clear glass vintage beads that I attached "vintaj" brass bead caps and lever back wires.

We have a major snow storm possible, always depends which path it decides to take. We love the snow but I'm anxious for spring and summer. We've had a lot of snow this winter but I am so ready for Spring and Summer as I'm sure you all are!

We are going to Florida in March so I think it's going to be a good day to do a little shopping for some new summer clothes!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Just a sneak Peek!

My New Necklace!

Thought I'd share one of my new necklaces just listed in my Etsy shop. I came across these vintage crown settings in raw brass and of coarse the first thing I had to do was give them a beautiful brass patina. I then went through my many vintage look images and picked this beautiful flower for my first one. For this one I attached a vintage brass finding with a rhinestone. It hangs on "vintaj" brass chain with my handmade brass clasp. I love this and hope you do too!

Thank you Audrey!

I'm in another Treasury and it's my way of showing my appreciation!
Thank you Audrey of http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6272600

We Have A Winner!!!!!!!

Congratulations to Audrey, the winner of my Fine Silver Heart necklace!

Here's where the hearts were in "my designs":

1. bubblegum pink bracelet (1)

2. bracelet wire wrapped sterling silver vintage beads (1)

3. I heart you bracelet (4)

4. tiny hearts earrings (2)

5. fine silver heart necklace (the prize) (1)

6. fine silver circle earrings (2)

For a total of 11 hearts! Thank you to all who participated and are following me now. My next giveaway will be from my Lollishop "sweet romance, STAY TUNED!

CONGRATULATIONS AUDREY!

My Birthday Present from my Sister!

Went to my sister Robin's in Michigan yesterday and here's a picture of my present from her! I love her packages, so much love put into them....Thank you Robin....I love you♥

Featured Seller Today On Lollishops!

UPDATE!

My next "giveaway" will be my Lollishops! So keep tuned for that one! So for right now sign up for my Etsy giveaway below! Thanks to all of you that have signed up so far ♥

My Valentine Gift To You♥

My hand formed and fused fine silver 12 gauge hammered heart pendant on an 18 inch sterling silver chain!

Now for the Rules!

Go to my Etsy shop and count how many hearts are in my designs then come back here on my blog and in the comments tell me how many you found ! That's all there's to it! This giveaway ends on Feb. 16th at Midnight! I will draw a name from all of the CORRECT answers given and post the winner on Tuesday Feb. 17th!

Now this is a little tricky because not all the hearts are visible in the first photo, so yes, you will need to click on all the pictures to make sure you see them all, some are hidden. ALSO,

if you are not familiar with Etsy, the top 3 pictures of items are "featured" in my shop so please DO NOT count them in the featured items and then again in the shop! So, start counting AFTER those three featured pieces.

Get Extra Entries... Just make separate comments for each extra entry bonus. Follow me on Twitter 1 extra entry and follow my blog 1 extra entry, buttons are on the right side of the blog to follow me. Your name can be entered a total of 3 times for the giveaway.

Good luck to all!!!!

And "thank you" Kathi for helping me with my first giveaway!

Giveaway Starting Soon!

Keep checking back because my "giveaway" will be starting soon! Thanks go to my friend "Kathi" of Vintage Inspired Jewelry she's helped me come up with a very cleaver giveaway.

Wow! Another Treasury!

A great big "Thank You" Rachel to for including me in her Treasury ! http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list_west.php?room_id=42512
Now I'd love it if you'd all go take a peek and leave a comment and then go check out the her shop! http://rachelaakmana.esty.com/

Thank you Rachel ♥

Treasury

I'm in a treasury and would love it if you'd check it out! And while you're at it, please check out the currator of it! Thank you EllaScottJewels !

http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=38227

LolliShops Vendor Directory: Sweet Romance

LolliShops Vendor Directory: Sweet Romance

BubbleGum Pink Bracelet

Just listed in my shop today! Pink jade beads, a sterling silver heart and 1 vintage crystal all wirewrapped with sterling silver 19 ga. wire. Would be sweet for Valentine's Day♥