0 Wonderful Wednesday 6/13/12

I am really getting into this 'relaxing' thing!  The kids and I played cards and watch a movie yesterday - because it was raining and they couldn't go outside - AGAIN!  

I was able to list a friend of mine's beautiful blanket.  Ms. Lori at Par-O-Dice Creations made this one warm and soft. 

A Soft Mix of Love Hand Crocheted Blanket by Par-O-Dice Creations

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And there is my new listing, this sun is ALL SWAROVSKI CRYSTAL!!  I love the was this one turned out. 

Even in the Dark Sometimes there is Sun Swarovksi Crystal Necklace Set

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So, for today I think there will be more beads, more 'loving on the kids' and more relaxing!!  This is a life I could really get into!

Be Kind.  Remember everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.

-Jan Maclaren

0 Wonderful Wednesday 5/30/12

For those of you who watched my fan page and/or my studio you'll know that I was busy listing new items yesterday.  VERY BUSY!  Please, go check out my studio to find all the new items (I'll show off a couple here, but there is MANY more)

But first, I want to show off my Aye's amazing school project that just came home.  This is a model of a Trojan Horse.  I am just so surprised with how this one turned out.  It actually looks real!  The ONLY part I helped with was cutting the THICK foam out in the shape of a horse....the rest is ALL HER!!  Look close, there are several little details that are really cool!  There is a wooden ladder that is missing - I think it got broke at school - but it was there and it made it just - that much cooler!!

Aye's Trojan Horse

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Then I want to show off something my dear friend over at Par-O-Dice creations just listed in my studio....this is just such a cute scarf!!

A Wash in Pink Scarf - a Par-O-Dice Creation

 

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But thennnnn there is my new listing!!!  I just love these little OWL'S!  They have such a wonderful expression on their faces!!  What do you think??

 Ceramic Little Owl and Swarovski Crystal Necklace Set

 

Then there are the MANY new Cell Phone Charms for iPhone or Smart Phones.  Here is one of the more unique ones I listed.... but there was a skull, hearts, dragonflies, ladybugs/birds, eagles, motorcycle...... and more!

Blue Swarovski Gun Cell Phone Charm for iPhone or Smart Phones

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So, what else can I tell you about?? I think that might be enough for today!!  I'll do my best to list the rest of the Charms today, but..... I must bead too!!  I hope your day is wonderful and full of fun!!

Kindness is loving people more than they deserve.

-Joseph Jovbert

0 Terrific Tuesday 5/22/12

Yesterday turned out to be everything I hoped for!  I was able to get so much done!  Once again I am beading like crazy!  With Birthday's and Graduations all happening at this time there is plenty of 'last minute' orders.  I also just received an order for an entire bridal party.  This one will be fun because they are all wearing different colors!!  I'll get to make something for EACH brides maid - in her own color and style!

I have also been working on a 'larger' project.  This one will be something amazing - if I can get it done in time and the way I want it!  I'll start posting the photos on Wednesday if everything goes right - I've had to rip out and start over several times, so let's hope I got it right this time!!!

Yesterday I was able to list this amazing halter that my friend over at Par-O-Dice Creations finished.  I was able to get Aye to model it for us, and boy was that a wake-up call.  Just look at my 'little girl'!  She is growing up so very fast!  I know, it is about the amazing top that she is wearing, but I just can't get over how BIG she looks - until the last photo?!?!  You'll have to click on the photo and go to the studio to see the LAST photo - I don't want to ruin the surprise!!

  

Hand Crochet Pink Yellow and White Summer Halter - Par-O-Dice Creation

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Then I listed another pair of earrings... I am having so much fun with these!!

 Green and White Beadwoven Earrings

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Now, since I am bragging on my beautiful daughter I'll show off one more of her sketches.  This is the 'eye of the dragon'.  I am just amazed at her talent.....I wish she would draw even more....maybe a dragonfly?  I DO have a birthday coming up!?!?  :)

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Alright, I guess that is enough for now!  I do want to leave you with this wonderful quote;

We could never learn to be brave and patient, if there were only joy in the world.


~Helen Keller

1 Fabulous Friday 3/23/12

Wow, what a great response I have already gotten with my Anniversary Party!  I can't believe how - ON THE BALL - you all are with running over and entering!  Remember, there are entries you can do every day!!! Simply click below to go and join in!!

I HAVE, actually, had some some to bead lately! I have become very 'selfish' with my beading time.  With a half hour here and a half hour there I tell my kids - leave mom alone so I can relax for a moment - when I can get that time!  People have always asked me if I get stressed working on the smaller beads, but my response is always - I have patience for my beads, not the my kids!!  I love my kids, play with my kids, clean up after my kids, but when I want time for myself.... it is bead time!!

With all that being said, here is what I have as a new listing today.  This one is very beautiful and makes me thing of a love story just starting!

Swans at Sunset Swarovski Crystal Necklace Set

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Here is another creation from my friend Ms. Lori @ Par0O-Dice Creations.  This is just such a soft and beautiful shawl!

Purple and White Flashy Shawl - a Par-O-Dice Creations

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So as I go off in the world today I would like to say, THANK YOU.  For all of you who have supported me over the years, encouraged me and kept me inspired, 

Thank you!

1 Terrific Tuesday 3/20/12

And now, some more 'teaser news'.  This week it is my blog's 3rd anniversary!  Do you know what that means??  That my ON-LINE business is also having an anniversary - 5 years!!  Talk about milestones!!!  I will be announcing a HUGE give-a-way with a prize package that will just blow your mind.  Between my prizes and those of some my supporters.... oh, just wait!!

I have also been VERY busy creation lately and I have some simply amazing creations to list too!  

Remember last week when I told you I was working on a sister to

 My Flower Girl - Ailani - Necklace

Well, here it is, her sister

My Lady Keilanis Wood Beadwoven Necklace

What do you think??

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As promised I have more to show you today! First thing to show off... all the collections I have been included in over the past week! Just look at some of this amazing collections:

Tiny Beads - HUGE Impact

Curated By: TrinityDesign...

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Fine Art Paintings

I Could Just Burst!

Curated By: HighDesertKnits

ArtFire.com

Vintage Fashion

For The Love Of Peyote

Curated By: 4everbeads

ArtFire.com

Craft Supplies

The Feastday of Patrick

Curated By: PurplePup

ArtFire.com

Unique Gifts

Beaded Bliss

Curated By: uphilldreams

ArtFire.com

Fine Art Paintings

ArtFire Beadweavers Guild BLUES Collecti...

   Curated By: KraftyMax

ArtFire.com

Handmade Gifts

AMAZING!!  I feel sooo lucky!!

 

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 And then there is the new listing from my friend Ms. Lori.  Just look at these colors!!

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So, for now, that is all.... but remember to check back tomorrow and the rest of the week.... just wait until you see the give-a-way!!  I would like to leave you with this last thought - 

The really happy people are the ones who can enjoy the scenery even when they have to take a detour.

- Anonymous