L-G Designs

And the Holiday shopping begins!

2011-11-25T12:38:00.000-08:00

Beginning yesterday (Thanksgiving 2011) every item in my ArtFire Store is on sale.

No coupons needed! no jumping through hoops merely choose, click and you are finished!

I've also taken the pledge to "Shop Small Businesses on Saturday" too. You too can get involved.

Have an American Express card? Register it on the Small Business site and you can get a $25 credit on your purchases!

Making Elegant Ear wires that are interchangeable

2011-09-27T10:58:00.000-07:00

For years I've made ear wires to go on my earring designs. I use a simple elegant design that is interchangeable with different dangles. Instead of offering a "set" with one pair or ear wires and multiple choices of changeable dangles I thought you might like to make your own ear wires.

These are not the best photos, I make jewelry and make no claims to being a one handed photographer :)

Here is a photo showing the different dangles I wear on my interchangeable ear wires.

Tools list.

2 pieces 3 inch round wire. You can use 20g to 24g. Just remember if you use 24g they must very light weight dangles. The ear wires on the far right side top are made with 24g round. They are dainty looking-but with heavy dangles can tear the ears. (Think of piano wire and an assassin)

My favorite too. A 3-step plier. Notice the back side is flat -not concave. I labeled the steps, as this is the way you'll make your earrings. *Remember the flat side will always be the -back-**

Place one end of your wire so it just shows above the first step on the pliers. This will make it easier for the other side to meet up with it.

Bring your wire around Step1 until it meets the tip to form a circle.

This is how your wire should look after you remove it from the pliers.

Next place your wire on -step2- of the pliers. Notice how my loop now touches the flat/back of the pliers? Keep your loops on the back side and you won't turn your wire the wrong way.

Once again, bring your wire around to meet itself and form another loop.

Step 2 of your earrings. This larger loop will be the bottom of the ear wire where your dangle will go.

Step 3. Place the loops next to the back of the pliers as above. I recommend placing both ear wires on at the same time so your earrings are identical in length. Wrap the wires around the third step in the pliers.

Your earring is almost complete.

Here you can change it up a bit .I "tipped" the end to give it a more professional look.

Variation:

I used the smallest tip of my round nose pliers in place of step 1, then step 1 on my pliers in place of step2 and finally step 3 for the ear lobe bend in the wires. This also gave me extra wire, which I sometimes clip off or leave long depending on the dangles I put on them.

You can also use a variety of items to make the ear lobe loop. An extra large Sharpie works great too.

As an added bling to your ears you can put a small crystal charm on the smalles loop.

Your next step is to use either a de-burring tool or sand paper to smooth the rough edges before placing them in your ears.

Labor Day Thank You Sale!

2011-09-03T06:38:00.000-07:00

I'm having a Labor Day Weekend sale in my ArtFire shop with 20% off all bracelets!

If you've always wanted that custom Girlfriends-Mothers-Sisters-Generation Bracelet now is the best time to get one for yourself or for a special person in your life.

Regularly priced at $21.00 it will now hold a sale price of $16.80!

This sale applies to ALL bracelets in my store including Sterling Silver and Gold Fill.

Remember to use coupon code WRISTBLING upon check out to get your sale price!

Hurry this sale will end on Tuesday September 6,2011.

Wow!!!! 2500 FaceBook fans!!!!

2011-04-27T13:48:00.000-07:00

I can hardly believe it myself...

Quite a few give aways ago I asked "Do You Trust Me?" So many of you did that I was astounded.

Well, it applies here as well.. Only I know what the prize will be, but I can promise it will be a good one!

All I will say is this:

The winner will receive an item made of Sterling Silver & Gold Fill.

*******Please read all rules below********

To be entered sign up is on my Facebook Fan page. You must post in the comments section where you see the logo header above. You may post comments on my blog-but they won't count as an entry.
You must put in your wrist size (not the size bracelet you wear), ring size,-AND- length of necklace preferred. Total of 3 measurements.
There must be a way to contact you should you win. If your FB page is tightly secured and I can't send a message I will regrettably be forced to redraw a new winner.
Comment posts without the above information will be deleted-to help keep a proper count.
You have enough time to find that elusive tape measure, because the winner will not be drawn until Saturday!

Have fun and SURPRISE!!!!!!

2400 FaceBook Fans Part II

2011-04-13T12:36:00.000-07:00

I thought for a bit and decided that since the number 2 was in my 2400 fans there should be 2 bracelets to give away. Two distinctly different bracelets celebrating my distinctly different fans!

This bracelet is a square knot wire wrapped bracelet in copper. It will be custom made to size, so please state your wrist size as your post along with a name to contact you on FaceBook..

Yes you can enter both celebrations!

2400 Facebook fans-What can I say?

2011-04-12T07:09:00.000-07:00

When I started this FaceBook venture I so wanted to be like a few of the fan pages I saw. You know the ones that had 1500-3000 fans. I thought oh my how can I ever get there? I promised myself I would never forget what it felt like to be just starting out with 100 fans. And I haven't. I like to help newly starting pages get more fans as best I can and promote other fans/friends stores through ArtFire Curator Collections and Etsy Treasuries. This is a great joy for me. Giving back.

My greatest joy in all this? Without a doubt meeting some of the most wonderful, caring, sharing fans many of whom are now my dearest friends. Though we have never met face to face, I would jump to their aid in a heart beat. Those of you who have encouraged me personally as well as professionally I cherish. All my fans on my page are dear to my heart in ways they could never imagine.

How do I celebrate and say Thank You for all you've done for me? In a Giveaway of course!

My 2400 fans giveaway is for a Byzantine chain maille bracelet in multi colors of Anodized Aluminum. I wanted to giveaway something that celebrated every type of fan I cherish with every color I could find. The bracelet is not finished because you the winner will choose the clasp. Hand made hook clasp, toggle, or lobster claw.

To sign up for the giveaway just post your comments below... Please remember to leave a name so I can find you on Facebook- or check back here to see if you won and how to contact me..

The giveaway will run until Thursday morning..

Good luck and thank you my fantabulous fans!

A Tale Of Two Crosses

2011-02-14T08:21:00.000-08:00

Those who know me, know I collect crosses. With all the health issues I experienced if not for my faith I doubt I would have made it.

The cross in this photo my Mom made for my Grandmother many years ago. It is lovingly done using plastic canvas and yarn. I remember helping her cut the canvas to just the right size for those lovely Lillies draping the Easter Cross. I had to make one, and did. However mine was given to Sister Jean at church, but I always had the best intentions of making one for myself again. We all know what happens to those best intentions right?

When my grandmother passed away I asked for this cross. It now hangs on my living room wall. I see it each and every time I go out my front door, reminding me to be safe and careful in my daily endeavors. I have always wanted to give Mom something to take it's place, but never found exactly what I wanted . That is until 2 good friends I found on FaceBook peaked my interest and inspired me to get off my rear.

Thanks to Karen Snyder and Marie Frazier we will all three warm my Mom's heart and make her smile once I get to deliver my finished product to her in Jacksonville. You see Karen makes these gorgeous earrings and rings in a Romanov weave of chain maille. They are daintier than other patterns I've seen -which is why they caught my eye. I kept thinking, now why can't that be made into a cross. I wanted to make one but as usual never got around to it.. (Yeah we all know that story).

Now, Here is my version of Marie's Romanov Cross. Mine is not to be worn but framed for Mom's wall. It is 4 inches long. The Swarovski crystals I chose tell the story.. They are Caribbean Blue Opal. Blue was my Daddy's favorite color and the color of his eyes. The Opal is my birthstone.

I've met so many wonderful friends and artists on FaceBook who share knowledge and ideas and am so proud to know each and everyone of them. More than I could ever say.

Special thanks to Karen Snyder and Marie Frazier for the untold inspiration and friendship.

Let's Celebrate 2100 fans!!!!

2011-02-10T07:21:00.000-08:00

Those who know me , know I love giveaways. I also love sales too, but giveaways have a way of freeing your soul.

Now that you, my Facebook fans have helped me to create such a wonderful family, I'm inviting you to celebrate with me.

You see 1 bracelet-but 4 different designs.

One lucky winner will be able to choose how they want their bracelet made.

The bracelet will be in sterling silver and will have Swarovski crystals.

You can choose whether to make it a Mother's bracelet #1

a Classic bracelet with 3 crystals #2

Either of these can be made like #3 being open

Or a simple elegant bangle #4

How to enter?

Just post on my Facebook fan page how much YOU like bracelets!

You have until Saturday Feb 12,2011 to enter..Winner will be chosen on Sunday!!!

I LOVE My FaceBook FANS!!!!!

2011-01-27T10:45:00.000-08:00

I am so thrilled at hitting the 2000 fan mark on FaceBook this past weekend! I am still dancing on the ceiling with utter joy! I've pondered just what I could offer as a Giveaway that would show how much I cherish my fans-many who have become dear friends.

So I decided with this milestone so close to Valentine's Day why not offer one of my Swarovski Crystal woven Heart Pendants!

This one is Light Siam and perfect for Valentine's Day with a Crystal AB bicone bail. Now, don't let the photo fool you, this heart has a total of 38 6mm crystals and the bail has 7 4mm crystals.

To make this wearable as soon as the winner receives it, I've also included and 18" Sterling Silver chain!

My giveaways are global and not reserved for the United States... so make sure you enter..

The giveaway will be open for entries until Sunday Morning!

Guess you want to know how to enter right?

Easy!!!!

Merely post on my blog AND my Fan Page the words "Happy Valentine's Day"

Let's see how many times we can get those words out there on the net in 3 days!!!!

Remember you must post on both pages to be entered..

The winner can contact me at Bette@gemscrystalsandwire.com if I do not already have your information on hand..

Good luck and have fun!!!

Where have our Faeries gone?

2011-01-22T07:25:00.000-08:00

   A few weeks ago while talking with Karen Snyder  we discussed our lack of creativity of late. Our minds searching for fresh new ideas, were utterly empty. Wire sat motionless,, while jumprings cried at being alone -not joined as one with friends. This just cannot be, we cried! We have highly qualified Creative Muse Faeries! Where are they we wondered....?

   After extensive manhunts of hide & seek we found them to have been stolen! YES! Bring out the crime scene tape-We demand you send in CSI we screamed! No stone will be left unturned...
When all of a sudden there was the faintest of sounds. Is that a cry for help? Are they being held hostage? Trying to follow the sound, we found clothing and shoes...Now we all know any decent faerie would never leave shoes behind- clothes maybe-but shoes NEVER.

It was at this time we noticed the Cleaning Faeries were gone too. With crystals lying hither skither we searched and searched and the giggles (yes it was giggles) grew louder. Our search pattern widened.

Our Faeries were sitting on the beach in Bermuda soaking up the warm sun, listening to island music and drinking Pink Mystical Illusions. Oh, and watching all the tanned male fitness muses in the waves!
Can you believe it? Those lazy Cleaning Faeries enticed our Creative Muse Faeries to go on a vacation right when we needed them the most. And for an unspecified amount of time!

Well, no amount of persuasion has convinced them to return to us. Not even threats with a cast iron skillet. They laughed hysterical tears knowing we could never make good on such a threat.

So this is why we need you, our wonderfully creative fans and friends to help us bring them home.

We have created "The Great Cabochon (Cab) Challenge" and are inviting you to join for a take of the prize.
The Faerie ears are perked and ego is peeved that we'd even consider enlisting your help.

So, can you help us?
You can sign up and see the rules on my page  Or Karen's page- but you only have 2 weeks to help us out.

you see we have a deadline. The Faeries Visa will expire and they'll be lost to us in Bermuda forever.

So...... Cabbers unite!

Please help being our Faeries home and let the Challenge begin!!!

My Heart is Yours Anklet

2011-01-21T10:55:00.000-08:00

I will be hosting another giveaway!

This adorable Swarovski Crystal heart anklet is up for grabs.. I will make one to fit if this is not the size needed. I was daydreaming of romance and Valentine's Day while making this little pretty.

This anklet is made of Swarovski Crystal Bi-cones in Light Siam and Crystal Ab, white glass pearls, and a Crystal AB Swarovski Heart.

The lobster clasp is heart shaped and the ends of the anklet joining the clasp are dainty little turtles..

This anklet is currently up for grabs-but- only on my FaceBook fan page and only until tomorrow night January 22,2011 6PM EST...

And the Winner is

2011-01-06T12:40:00.000-08:00

Hubby drew out the winning name for me to make it proper.
Ozzi refused saying that dogs can't pick up tiny pieces of paper..

The winning name is:

Jennifer Twark Gersch !!!!!

Jennifer I've sent you a message via FaceBook..

Congratulations!!

Celebrating 1900 fans on FaceBook

2011-01-01T11:41:00.000-08:00

As my Thank You to all my wonderful fans/friends for helping me reach this milestone, I have decided this giveaway will be a bracelet.

This is a Copper "Butterfly" Bracelet.

Now don't be alarmed. The bracelet in the photo has not been cleaned yet. I didn't want any "shine" to detract from the photo. These bracelets can be difficult to photo for that reason.

The winner will receive a newly handmade Butterfly bracelet in their size, cleaned, polished and ready to wear.

You may also choose to have your bracelet bangle style or with a clasp as shown in the photo.

How do you enter?

Merely respond here on my blog and my Facebook fan page.

Both answers can be the same..

I will hold a random drawing when my page reaches 1900 fans. The winner will be announced here and on my fan page with an email address to contact me with your mailing address and size.

The question you ask?

Which is your favorite Butterfly ?

December Workshops at the Charlotte County Cultural Center

2010-12-12T09:15:00.000-08:00

December Workshops

Listed below is the current list of Workshops I will be teaching for December

Sterling Silver Swarovski Christmas Tree Earrings
Kit cost $12.00. Students are required to bring jewelry making tools and a
bead mat to class.
Wednesday Dec 15,2010 10A -1PM
Wire Wrapped Bangle
Cost of kit depends on type of metal the student chooses.
Students are required to bring flat nose pliers, flush wire cutting pliers, bead
mat, and cleaning cloth to class. Prior wire wrapping knowledge is helpful.

Friday Dec 17,2010 1-4PM
Sterling Silver Swarovski Crystal Snowmen Earrings
Kit cost $15.00. Students are required to bring jewelry making tools and a
bead mat to class.

Saturday Dec 18,2010 1 -4 PM
Sterling Silver Wire Sculpted Swarovksi Christmas Tree
Pendant
Kit cost $35.00. Students are required to bring flat nose pliers, flush wire
cutting pliers, bead mat and a cleaning cloth to class. Prior wire wrapping
knowledge is helpful.

An Evening in the Forbidden Garden

2010-12-05T08:09:00.000-08:00

I've recently added these delectable earrings to my website. I loved making these earrings and may just have to make a pair for myself. I rarely use copper as a medium, but these earrings were screaming for copper.
Any other metal would not have given them the true beauty of Victorian and forbidden they deserve.
They look large but dangle a mere 1.5 inches from the base of the ear wires.

These can be purchased from my website for $15.00 with free US shipping and $5.00 International shipping.

Experiments can be fun!

2010-10-27T09:45:00.000-07:00

While putting together jumprings to make a cross pendant, I realized I was using the wrong size ID to achieve my goal. I did however come up with these adorable cross earrings.

I want to give credit to Candy Degel for the Celtic Cross Tutorial which lead me to make these earrings.

Candy is a wonderful lady who deserves much credit.

If you would like to purchase her Celtic Cross Tutorial or one of her beautifully made pendants they are all on sale in her ArtFire shop.

So, my suggestion today is -play-experiment-you never know where it will take you.

And please visit Candy's shop, you'll be amazed at the work she does.

Thanks Candy, I'm now confident enough to experiment.

1700 Facebook fans winner!!!

2010-10-26T12:35:00.000-07:00

Though it seems strange that the number one would be picked-nevertheless---
The first person signing up to for giveaway is the winner of the 1700 fans pendant!

So Flight Fantasy please contact me with your mailing address and your new pendant is on it's way!!!

True Random Number Generator

Min: 1

Max: 16

Result: 1

1700 Facebook fans Giveaway!

2010-10-24T08:03:00.000-07:00

I find myself once again posting another great item to give as my Thanks for helping me to reach so many through facebook. I am continually amazed at the number of fans who stop by to visit and decide they "like" my page enough to stay and chat.
So to all you wonderful people who have become my "cyber-friends" I say thank you from the bottom of my heart.
This time the giveaway is a pendant. The stone is a tear drop shaped Unakite and is wrapped in solid Copper wire.

The winner will be chosen at random after my Facebook fan page reaches 1700.

To enter? Merely leave a comment here under my blog posting -please make sure I have a way to contact you if you're the lucky number chosen..

Once again, thank you this means more than I could ever express.

1600 FaceBook Fans Giveaway

2010-10-16T11:46:00.000-07:00

Well, here is the final piece as a thank you to all my wonderful fans/friends who've typed this journey with me.

I can never begin to express the amount of my gratitude to all of you. If it were within my power everyone one of you - my fantastic friends would get surprises everyday! You are that wonderful and important to me.

So, want the details about the earrings?

They are called Threaders. Mainly because the small chain threads through your ears, taking the place of earrings. I love wearing them because they look so delicate and stylish.

This particular type of Threader allows you to determine which length you want your earrings to dangle.

The Threaders are Sterling Silver and the dainty little bling at the bottom is Swarovski Crystal.

Once again, please let me thank YOU, the wonderful FaceBook fans and friends who have suggested my page to all you know and promoted my work to others. You are helping me to achieve a dream.

Oh but wait! I forgot to tell you what you need to do to enter... How silly of me..

Just leave a comment below but make sure I know how to get in touch with you too.

The drawing will be held on Tuesday October 19,2010

Thank you again from the depths of my heart, and I hope the rest of your weekend is gorgeous!

It's A Green Month

2010-10-13T10:42:00.000-07:00

Todays Green Giveaway will be a ring.

The winner will be chosen at random and will have their choice of either a green/white vein glass bead ring or a Perdiot Czech crystal ring.

Size is not a problem.

All you need do is respond on my blog below. The winner will be drawn Thursday October 14th in the evening.

So now you know why October is important to me.

What does this month mean to you? Or why is it important to you?

Why October is so important

2010-10-11T10:52:00.000-07:00

I posted the statement below on my Facebook Fan Page

October is very important to me for two reasons..
One is my biological birthday, any ideas on the other reason?

Those who've known me for awhile might be able to answer it. But a major clue is included in the statement.

Clue #2... I mentioned last week that October was my Green month...

Care to win a pair of Sterling Silver GREEN earrings?
Post a comment here on my blog as to the 2nd reason-the right answer is the lucky winner!!

And The winner of the anklet is.....

2010-09-26T11:44:00.000-07:00

True Random Number Generator

Min:
Max:
Result:
10
Powered by RANDOM.ORG

So if I count down from the top of the comments...
That would be Dana!

Congratulations Dana...!!!!!
I need you to let me know what size you need for your anklet..

1500 FANS on Facebook Give Away

2010-09-24T07:19:00.000-07:00

As a thank you for helping my Business Page on FaceBook I'm having a 1500 fans Giveaway.

This anklet is completely handmade by me using Argentium Silver 930 wire.

The "charm" is a 14mm Swarovski Crystal Heart in Vitral Medium.

How do you enter? you ask...

Merely leave a comment here on my blog. Please include your email address or a way to contact you if you win.

The winner will be chosen from a random drawing on Sunday evening.

Have a wonderful day everyone and happy typing!!!!

Giveaway Scout

2010-09-11T14:29:00.001-07:00

I found a great widget (if I can get it to upload) that will tell you all the current giveaways.

If you want to keep informed you might want to visit Giveaway scout and share your next giveaway or enter one.

And The Winner is......

2010-09-07T08:27:00.000-07:00

True Random Number Generator

Min:

Max:

Result:

5

Powered by RANDOM.ORG

The 5th comment was posted by Sue Connelly!...

Sue-please contact me through FB with your address or email so I can contact you.

Congratulations Sue!!!

Fall Give-Away

2010-09-05T12:46:00.000-07:00

   I was overjoyed to see I had 1400 fans on Facebook, so I hope many of you get to see this giveaway.
As my way of saying Thank You for being my fan and my friend, I want to get you ready for Halloween and the Thanksgiving season in style.
     This giveaway is a pair of Sterling Silver and Swarovski Crystal earrings. They are my Pumpkin Patch earrings. I paired a Swarovski Crystal Hyacinth round with a Peridot cube. I separated the two with a delicate sterling silver Daisy spacer.

   My darling Pumpkin Patch earrings are not listed for sale yet, so YOU will be the first to show them off.

To enter.....
    Merely leave a comment on this blog. The winning name will be chosen at random Tuesday morning.

Lesson Learned

2010-08-24T10:39:00.000-07:00

I spent yesterday putting together this Spiral Stitch necklace to show my students on our Saturday Spiral Workshop I learned a valuable lesson.. Hopefully so did my husband.

I added the last 2 "finishing rows" and asked "Well, what do you think?"

He looked at the necklace, tilted his head and responded. "It looks like old lady jewelry."

I'm not entirely sure if it was the evil squint my eyes got, or the daggers I was surely shooting his way, but he quickly responded:

"You know, like Estate jewelry."

Good recovery....

Never ask a man what he thinks of a piece of jewelry..

OSebastian

2010-08-20T12:05:00.000-07:00

If you have the time you may want to visit Karen Snyder's blog.
Through the month of August she is giving away a pair of gorgeous Sterling Silver handmade chain maille earrings each and everyday!

Just answer the question and be entered... simple -yes fun-definitely...

Here's hoping you win!

Tooth Decay

2010-08-06T11:20:00.000-07:00

Ever wonder how a shark keeps it's mouth clean? No, well me neither as long as that mouth is nowehere near me.

Which brings me to my next Giveaway..

This Giveaway will run until my Facebook fan page reaches 1300 fans. Now for the good part.

Rules of the Giveaway:

1. You must suggest the fan page to a friend.

2.Post a new comment with that friends name (first) and the daily question.

3. YES you can enter daily until the Fan Page reaches 1300 fans!

Example:

Question:

Name your toothpaste.

Kathy (friend)- Colgate

You can suggest a friend each day and answer the question and your name will be entered each time you respond.

Good luck and watch your dental work....

P.S.... the prize is the sharks tooth in the photo...

Shameless Plug Sunday

2010-08-01T06:11:00.000-07:00

          If you're a follower of my Facebook fan page you know that in my efforts to help recognize our artists around the world I am hosting a "Shameless Plug Sunday" This falls in line with the "Buy Handmade" pledge I and many others have taken.
          All participating artists will be posting a link to one item in their store they would like to have promoted. I will then go to that link and send messages out via Twitter. They will post only one item and only one time. If time and Twitter permits there will ba a Shameless 2 round.
        In these economic times when we are all looking for a bargain, remember Handmade may cost a little more-but the quality is the best around. Love and time are put into each item created, not just a paycheck on an assembly line.
          I invite you to visit my page and click a few of the "I'm shameless" posts. You will be pleasantly delighted at all the options and great prices you'll find...

Remember: Buy Handmade and support your local Artist..

I Want In

2010-07-20T07:45:00.000-07:00

While many people "liked" the contest there were only 8 lucky entries..

Those who responded with the words "I want in" were entered in the drawing.

And the winner is..... ** drawing by Daniel Croft ***

KAREN SNYDER!!!!!

Congratulations Karen!

Don't Blink

2010-07-18T11:21:00.000-07:00

Ever hear those words??
Well, that is completely true here... If you blink, you'll miss the next contest..
Since everyone has been so wonderful on my Facebook page and has helped push my fan base to over 1000 fans this is my way of saying Thanks!

The two items above are going to be the prize. The pendant is a 40mm cloisonne coin wrapped in 18k gold plated wire. The earrings are 25mm coins also wrapped and dangle from the earring base 2 inches.

Ready for the contest???
Here is all you have to do:

The first 15 people to respond on my Facebook page with the words
"I want in"
will be entered in the drawing...
Better hurry though, you only have until Monday at 7PM to enter..

Happy typing!!!

Independence Day Contest winner

2010-07-05T06:44:00.000-07:00

The Independence Day Give Away ended at 11:59 PM last night.

All the name were placed in a box and ONE lucky winner was drawn...

Tracey Nabius Knaus of Calgary, Alberta, Canada is the lucky winner for this month..

Tracey will be contacted privately through her facebook profile page for her address and choice..

*****Stay tuned***** There will be another giveaway starting in August....

Independence Day Give Away !

2010-06-13T05:19:00.000-07:00

These are the pendant choices for the winner to choose from..

The first line has been posted in the Discussion tab on my Facebook fan page for the Give Away to begin !
Be sure to read the rules posted in the earlier blog posting.
Have fun !!

Independence Day Give Away !

2010-06-12T07:14:00.000-07:00

Well here it is, the next giveaway from my stores...
The winner will receive their choice of one of the following:

Argentium silver wrapped Ammonite or sharks tooth pendant.
Photos will soon be forthcoming..

To enter the giveaway:
1. Become a fan or "like" my page on Facebook .
2. Become a follower of this blog.
3. Visit my website and post here on this blog what piece is your favorite.
4. Suggest my Facebook fan page to a friend, and post their name under the Discussion topic (Independence Day) of my fan page giveaway. Example below.
5. I will start the first statement -each post will continue with the words from the Declaration of Independence.
6. You response will be as follows;
Dale (the name of the friend you suggested my page to) -- your answer.
I.E... Dale---Establish justice,

7. The Giveaway will end on... you guessed it.. July 4th! It will also be a random drawing and you can only enter once.

This giveaway is open to everyone! Not just those in the U.S.. Thanks to the net we can easily find the answers to almost any question.

Have fun!

Awareness Ribbon Earrings Sterling SIlver Organ Donation : GemsCrystalsAndWire - ArtFire Jewelry

2010-06-04T03:57:00.000-07:00

Awareness Ribbon Earrings Sterling SIlver Organ Donation : GemsCrystalsAndWire - ArtFire Jewelry

Gifts for those special men

2010-05-27T09:34:00.000-07:00

A compilation of mens or unisex gifts for those special men in our lives

Purrfectly Catty Pendant

2010-05-06T13:31:00.000-07:00

I was asked to make a pendant to go with my recently designed "Purrfectly Catty" earrings.

This is the result of my afternoons work.

This is a resin pink cat cameo, I sculpted into an elegant pendant using Argentium Silver Wire.

This pendant now measures 2.25 inches from top of bail to the bottom of the pendant.

She is one stunning beauty...

Facebook 400th Fan Giveaway

2010-05-04T10:20:00.000-07:00

And the winner is......
Drum roll please.....
J.D Fields !!!!

My fan page on facebook held gift giveaway for the 400th fan to sign up on the page.
The 400th fan is J.D. Fields.. and the gift is a 10mm Swarovski Crystal Heart charm wrapped with Argentium silver wire.

Congratulations J.D. Stay tuned to my fan page for more fun giveaways!!

Purrfect Earrings

2010-04-28T11:00:00.000-07:00

These earrings are octagonal and oblong and the cutest cats I've ever seen.

I designed this pair of earrings using Argentium 930 silver wire.The ear wires are also a dainty sterling silver with ball ends. The cat cabochons are 20x25mm, making each earring dangle a delicate 1.5 inches from the base of your ear.

Breast Cancer Awareness

2010-04-21T01:04:00.000-07:00

My rainy Sunday afternoon project this past week was to design this Breast Cancer Awareness Pendant.

I created this pendant using a total of 10 pink laser cut cubic zirconia faceted round stones and gold filled wire. After a good polishing I must say the total effect is a stunning pendant as well as a statement toward the fight against breast cancer.

This pendant is a one of a kind, since I make no 2 designs the same. The basic design may be the same, but the end result is always different. At the time of this writing, this is the only one I have made, and will only make another upon request. Thus this little jewel has a uniqueness of it's own. I am positive that the neck it will eventually call home will cherish it as much as I have cherished each and every second I put into designing it.

Trivia hint # 1

2010-04-19T05:52:00.000-07:00

It seems the Templat questions are too difficult.
The first question had a hint posted in the blog, so here's a small hint for the second question.

Question:
Describe the Templar seal and the reason it was chosen.

Hint:
Involving knights and horses...

Send your answers here

Good luck and remember to include which ear cuff you'd like to win!

Abnoba Celtic Goddess Earrings

2010-04-15T13:25:00.000-07:00

Abnoba-Celtic Goddess of the rivers and forests.

These earrings are delicate looking dangles, yet very strong.

I created these earrings using Argentium .930 Silver wire. SeaFoam and Emerald green Artistic wire was used to enhance and add a little color to the silver.

The dangle is 1.5 inches fromthe bottom of the ear wire to the curve in the earrings.

Earrings cost $19.50 which includes free shipping in the U.S. and reduced shipping internationally.
They can be found in my ArtFire store

New Contest for April

2010-04-12T14:40:00.000-07:00

Put on your Medieval thinking caps, because here we go with the next trivia contest. The winner will receive their choice of one chain maille ear cuff pictured above. These cuffs are silver or gold plated with the following color rings (in order)

silver/gold, blue/silver, silver/black, gold/silver, silver/blue, and black/silver

Here are the rules:

1. You must enter your answer at this link

2. Choose what color ear cuff you prefer,

include it with your answer.

3.All correct answers will be placed in a

drawing to be held April 30,2010.

4. Winner to be announced on Facebook.

Here is your next two part question:

We now know that, The Poor Fellow soldiers of Christ became known as the The Knights Templar.

Templars is a shortened version of the entire name. This name is the actual full name of the Templars.

What is that full name?

Hint: The year was 1099

Part two:

Describe the Templar seal and the reason it was chosen.

Good luck!

Romancing the Stone

2010-03-28T14:16:00.000-07:00

I had seriously considered the name "Starry Romantic Night" for this pendant.

However with so many of us hooked on Swarovski Crystal we literally romance this stone.

Swarovski has commanded attention through the years for it's beauty and attention to detail.

This pendant is a 28mm Crystal AB heart delicately wrapped using 14k Rose gold filled wire.

The delicate heart shaped from rose gold fill wire truly romances the crystal.

This pendant is currently being shown in Port Charlotte, Florida.

But it could grace your neck or for that special someone (yes men -I am talking to you)

as a "just because" or special holiday.

Romancing the Stone can be purchased including shipping and handling.

Purchasing shipping insurance is your option and recommended.

Happy to say this pendant sold within two hours of being put on display!

Venus

2010-03-20T15:45:00.000-07:00

Venus is the second-closest planet to the Sun, orbiting it every 224.7 Earth days. The planet is named after Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty. After the Moon, it is the brightest natural object in the night sky.

Venus (meaning "love" or "sexual desire") was a major Roman goddess principally associated with love, beauty and fertility, who played a key role in many Roman religious festivals and myths. From the third century BC, the increasing Hellenization of Roman upper classes identified her as the equivalent of the Greek goddess Aphrodite.

My next necklace is named "Venus".
After a little research resulting in the two definitions above, I decided the name fit this necklace.
The pear shaped pendant is a beautiful Rose Quartz, sculpted with Argentium 930 wire. Encircling this pendant is wire and Fire Opal Swarovski Crystals.
The necklace which is 18 inches long with a 3 inch extending chain with a delicate silver plated lobster claps, is made exclusively of glass pearls in mauve and cream, enhcanced by more Swarovski crystals in Fire Opal.

Venus is a beauty to behold at $44.00 with free US shipping and discounted International shipping.

Lynessa

2010-03-19T12:15:00.000-07:00

Back in the medieval days of Arthurian Legend Lynessa accompanied Sir Gareth on a Knightly Quest

Let me introduce "Lynessa"
Artistic Wire in silver is used to sculpt this beautiful pear shaped Moss Agate cabochon.
The necklace is designed using a combination of Moss Agate and Jade gemstone beads, and is enhanced with pastel green pearls and filigreed silver beads.
The necklace is 18.25 inches in length with a dainty silver toggle closure.

Lynessa can be yours for $30.00 and shipping in the US is free with discounted International shipping.

Blue Mood Necklace

2010-03-17T13:26:00.000-07:00

This is one of my latest designs. I'm calling it the Blue Mood Necklace, not because you need to be in a blue mood to wear it. Blue moods are also reminiscent of times spent at the ocean, calm, serene, the sand and surf. The sun warming your skin.

This necklace is made using a denim lapis pear cabochon while the necklace is made using Blue Sodalite gemstone beads. The necklace is 18.5 inches long and has a silver toggle clasp.
The pear is wrapped in silver Artistic Wireand the size is 58x39cm including the wire sculpting.

Price is listed at $30.00 which includes free shipping within the US and discounted shipping everywhere else.

This necklace makes a fantastic Mothers Day gift or a gift "Just Because"

Contest Trivia Answer

2010-03-07T08:14:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to Cynthia for sending in the correct answer! And so soon.

1114 Count Hugh of Champagne returns to Jeruslalem and is accompanied by his vassal Hughes de Payen who remains in Jerusalem with eight other knights among them: Godfrey of Saint-Omar, Archambaud of Saint-Aignan, Payen of Montdidier, Geoffrey Bissot and a man known as both Rossal or Roland.

1119 On Christmas day, Hugh Of Payen and eight knights take a vow before the Patriarch in the Church of the Holy Sepulchre ofpoverty and chastity and obedience and become the Poor Fellow-Soldiers of Jesus Christ. The Knights Templar are conceived.

This was pasted from her original answer email: She used the original names prior to changes in spelling.
Great work Cynthia!

These 9 knights were the 9 founding members of The Order of the Knights Templar

1- Hughes de Payens

2- Geoffroy (Godfroi) de Stomer

3- Andrede Montbard

4- Geoffrey Bisol

5- Payen de Montdidier

6- Archambaud de St Aignan

7- Gundomar

8- Godfroi

9- Roral

Be on the lookout for more history Trivia contests in the coming months!

Contest Hint

2010-03-05T16:46:00.000-08:00

Did I make the question too difficult?
Here's a hint...
There were a total of nine men, who were the founding fathers of the Brethren.

New contest

2010-03-02T05:08:00.000-08:00

Today starts a new contest for those of you who like winning jewelry.
This and future contests will begin with history trivia.
Please send your answers to me here.

Ready? Put on your thinking caps...

Name the original members of the "Poor Fellow Soldiers of Christ"
You can include the society they eventually formed, but the actual members names will be the winner.

For this contest I'm giving away the bracelet in the photo below... It is a size 7 with a toggle clasp.
PS... the look of the bracelet could contain a clue to the answer..

Contest ends March 28, 2010

My latest adventure

2010-02-22T11:57:00.000-08:00

I finally found the time to attempt this bracelet.
I made 3-strands of 4 row chain maille then braided it to make this bracelet.
I chose this clasp, but now that I've tried it on I'm not sure whether to wear it with the clasp showing or not.
Either way I now have 2 different ways to wear this bracelet.

It still needs a little work. I've discovered a little more to tinker with each day.

Bead Hank sale

2010-02-22T11:52:00.000-08:00

I have a few photos on my facebook fan page of hanks of beads I'm regrettable needing to sell off.
Each hank had an original design in mind, but I never seem to find the time to do.

Bead Clearance

2010-02-13T06:36:00.000-08:00

I've listed most of my beads on EBay for auction this weekend.
If you'd like to view the listings you can visit my fan page on Facebook
to view the current items.
Each listed item will also have a link to that particular item being auctioned on EBay

Facebook | GemsCrystalsAndWire.com's Photos - Bead Clearance on EBay

2010-02-11T14:54:00.000-08:00

Tomorrow I'll begin listing many beads for auction on EBay.

I need to make room so if you like beading this is the auction for you.

Please click the link below for a quick preview of what the auctions will consist of..

EBay user name is LUKSHAENT

Facebook GemsCrystalsAndWire.com's Photos - Bead Clearance on EBay

Getting chained

2010-02-08T14:28:00.000-08:00

What better way to wear an ear cuff than wearing one chained to a post earring?

This is a unique and detailed piece of ear finery.

I started with a 3-banded Sterling Silver ear cuff, created a fine Byzantine chain in Argentium silver, and finished the piece off with an Argentium ball/post earring.

Total cost is $43.00 for my favorite ear cuff to date.

Ernst: Training dogs to hunt, or just watching them kill? | HeraldTribune.com

2010-02-07T07:37:00.000-08:00

This is a link to an article in our Sunday Newspaper.
I read it and am thoroughly disgusted that my state would allow such a
disgusting and degrading act to happen.

If you are as disgusted with these fox/coyote pens as me, please click the link at the bottom of the article and let the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation (yeah right) Commission know..

Ernst: Training dogs to hunt, or just watching them kill? HeraldTribune.com

and the winner is...

2010-02-03T05:35:00.000-08:00

Wow! I just realized that today is February 3rd and the winner was supposed to be announced on the 1st.
Days go by so fast I seem to forget where they went!
The winner of the pendant name is Deana Turner with her submission of "Dragon Tears".
So Deana, I now need your address-wherever your family is at the time so I can send you a pendant.

Also as a huge thank you to Adrienne I am also sending you a pendant because you submitted a beautiful name, and I hope to use it for a Labradorite wrapped pendant I've recently finished.

So, would both of you please email me the color you would like as well as address. You both know my private email, so if you prefer you can use this one.

My thanks and appreciation to all who submitted names for my little pendants.

Keep an eye out for another contest coming soon!

Have a creative day everyone :0)

My Filigree Valentine

2010-01-31T09:00:00.000-08:00

This necklace ws recently designed with the whimsical side of Valentine's Day in mind.
The pendant is a wooden heart with an antiqued gold filigree & Mother of Pearl smaller hearts in it'scenter.
The necklace is a variety of metal findings of antique gold tone, antiqued copper and gold plated int he clasp and extender chain. The beads are a wide range of glass pearls, Howlite, and Tiger Jasper.
The necklace is 17 inches in length and has a 3 inch extender chain.
This necklace can be purchased here for $24 with free shipping.
I am also including a free gift of earrings: Howlite gemstone beads dangling from antiqued gold plated ear wires.

Contest submission 1-28-10

2010-01-29T07:48:00.000-08:00

Ther was only one submission yesterday, but a very good one.
This name seems to fit for both genders-male and female.

The name submitted is: Dragons Tears

Any input? Your thoughts on this name?

The earlier submissions are awesome, but I intend to send a pendant to Adrienne and ask if I can use one of her submissions for another piece I just made. Her name fits it perfect. You'll see why after I get the photo to post. So Adrienne, can I use "Asrai" for another pendant?

There is still time to submit your name ideas too.

Contest Name continued

2010-01-27T11:08:00.000-08:00

Ok everyone I really need a name for this pendant.
I received an entry this morning with 2 realy cool ones. I had to look them up to find the meaning so here goes.
Theia: Greek Myhtology -Goddess or divine, also called Euryphaessa, wide shining was a Titan.
Asrai: English folklore-a type of aquatic fairy, similar in some ways to mermaids, nixies, selkies, sirend or morgens.

Here's a few ideas to add to the game:
Amulet, Talisman, Sorcerer, Wizard, Armour, Trinket...

Contest! I need a name!

2010-01-26T07:42:00.000-08:00

I'm entering a Medieval Faire and need a name for this simple little pendant I made. The best name will win one of these pendants!
I'm at an impasse and drawing a blank, so I'm hoping you maybe able to help me out.
I'm including a picture, so here are the rules.

1. The name needs to medieval or mythical.
2. In case of duplicate entries the first submission will win
3. Winner will be announced on Feb 1,2010 on my blog and my FB page.
4. Please submit all entries through this link.
5. I will contact you privately via email to get your shipping address.

Names already tried:
Sorcerer's stone
Faerie crystal
Eye of Sauron

Good luck!

Etsy Treasury

2010-01-24T04:57:00.000-08:00

I received an email this morning that made my day! My Sterling Silver Organ
Donor Awareness earrings have been included in an Etsy treasury.
Since this is my first ever treasury I am so excited.

Please take a few moments if you have a few and visit the link and comment on the Treasury.
All the artists included me will greatly appreciate your comments.

Thanks and have a great Sunday!

http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=108005

What type of bead would you be?

2010-01-17T05:56:00.000-08:00

The Name Generator Generator Rum and Monkey

This is cute application I found quite by accident.
Type in your name and then click "bead me" and discover what bead you would be.
Have the time post it on my fan page on FB..

I am an Iridescent Turquoise Lamp Bead, sounds pretty regal for me!

Special Thank you

2010-01-06T11:11:00.000-08:00

I received an email from http://www.andreawdesigns.blogspot.com/
she is promoting a few of my items on her blog as well as submitting them to
http://www.votehandmade.com/
Here is the link to vote for items http://votehandmade.com/new/?sort=new
There are many great and beautiful gift ideas as well as "must haves" for us all.
Please take a few moments to check out VoteHandmade.com look at the quality work on display.
If you have time, myself and many other artists would appreciate your logging in and voting for your choices.
By the way Andrea also has some truly wonderful scarves she makes for those of you in the cold.
I need one now, south Florida is crazily cold!

Thank you Andrea. We all love being discovered by someone.
You are a true angel to the Handmade community.

News and Notes from the Happy Shack: January Free Bling Friday!

2010-01-05T05:53:00.000-08:00

News and Notes from the Happy Shack: January Free Bling Friday!

Japanese Chain Maille

2009-12-26T11:30:00.000-08:00

I've researched the aspect of a chain maille "slave bracelet" for a few months. I wasn't really impressed with the ones I was seeing online mainly due to the fact I had a design of my own I wanted to try to make.
The movie Excalibur depicts the Lady of the Lake wearing a beautiful gold chain maille slave bracelet. I keep envisioning this hand rising from the lake holding the infamous sword of "the one true king", and enslaving her hand from her finger to her wrist is a gorgeous chain maille bracelet.
This is the slave bracelet of my dreams.
The attempt seen here was designed using base metal gold jumprings of 2 different sizes attached to a "snake charmer" ring.
I also didn't like the look of a piece of chain worn as the ring.
This bracelet took about 22-24 hours to complete. While it was time consuming I am thoroughly pleased with the look.
The type of chain maille is Japanese.
I am considering making it a little longer, but when I get the time.

EyeCandy Chainmaille

2009-12-14T06:42:00.001-08:00

EyeCandy Chainmaille

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Thaksgiving Promotions

2009-11-25T06:49:00.000-08:00

While I'm away for the Thanksgiving holiday I'm offering free US shipping in all three of my stores.
It's my way of saying I'm thankful for everyone in my life.

I will also offer half price shipping to Canada and International buyers as well.

http://www.gemscrystalsandwire.com/
http://www.gemscrystalsandwire.etsy.com/
http://www.gemscrystalsandwire.artfire.com/

Have a safe & wonderful Thanksgiving

sales

2009-11-15T08:26:00.000-08:00

Well this weekend has been a little profitable for the Florida Foundation.
Yesterday was a good day considering the demographic location of the show.
Many people exclaimed over my Fancy Feline bracelet.
Many tried to get me to take less, much less for the bracelet. Sorry, gals but this piecce is a vintage porcelain cat face sculpted in Gold filled wire. I might take a little less, but only on the condition it does not insult my integrity or me as an artist.
Plus, with the proceeds going to the Florida Foundation for Lung Transplant Research, in good conscience I cannot take less.
I hope today is better.

Have a great Sunday!

This weekend

2009-11-13T03:49:00.000-08:00

Today November 13-15, 2009 begins National Donor Sabbath Weekend. Being a 3-time transplant recipient. All my online stores & the Christmas Bazaar at the Cultural Center will offer 10% donation of all sales Friday & Sunday, 100% on Saturday will be donated to The Florida Foundation for Lung Transplant Research. Please spread the word and join me in honoring my 3 organ donors and their families.

Sales finally

2009-11-08T13:36:00.000-08:00

Woohoo finally a few sales with this economy. Hopefully Christmas will bring in a few more.
One was a gold filled sculpted Swarovski crystal AB heart, and the other was a rose gold filled Swarovski crystal AB heart.

The hearts have it this week!

Time to make more...

Finally a few photos

2009-11-05T09:31:00.000-08:00

I finally managed to get a nice sunny morning to take a few photos.
To say photo'ing jewelry is difficult is a major understatement. Out of 30 pics I might get 3 useable ones.

So check out the bracelets!

These were made using a variety of wire: Copper, Argentium Silver and Gold filled.
Price range is moderate.

apologies

2009-10-27T10:26:00.000-07:00

I wanted to let everyone know I'm sorry for no reccent posts.
I've been busy with a few shows and teaching, plus my camera has to charge for photos.

Since this is organ donor awareness time for me, I've also been busy in that realm.
I'm attempting to daily update my transplant blog http://www.survivinganorgantransplant.blogspot.com/
and with a slow computer this takes most of my day.

I've also placed a video of many of my custom pieces on You tube under the name of
GemsCrystalsAndWire. it's about 2 minutes long if you'd like to view it. If you do, please let me know your thoughts on the video as well as the work..

More photos and possibly ideas soon.

Spidey Ideas

2009-10-17T08:36:00.000-07:00

Photos of my Halloween ensemble this year.
It's only one month a year I can make fun jewelry and get away with it!

Who woldn't want to wear a bracelet made with Swarovski crystal skull and cross bones and spiders on webs on their wrist. Or better yet a black widow dangling from her sparkly web as a pendant. Dangle these pretties from your ears, they're just waiting to pounce on someone!

Have fun this Halloween, believe me. this is the closest I'll ever come to a spider!

Happy Great Pumpkin day everyone

Let's get ready for Halloween!!!!

2009-10-11T07:48:00.000-07:00

One of my favorite holidays is Halloween!

We can wear the funkiest clothes nad jewelry and get away with it!

I've just taught a class on making High Class Sparkel Spiders.

Using Swarovski crystal pearls, seed beads, bugles and wire. My kits run $5.00 have enough beads to create the variation mentioned in the pattern or you can make the traditional spider.

I've made wire bracelets and attached the spiders to them, dangle earrings, and even spider web pendants.. Go crazy! This is the only month we can....

New ArtFire coupon

2009-10-01T13:34:00.000-07:00

My ArtFire Studio has a new coupon listed to the left on this blog page.
Currently until October 15,2009 I am having a sale on all earrings.
50% off.
This is a great deal for those who like to start Christmas shopping early.

More Custom Work

2009-09-26T14:08:00.000-07:00

This sharks tooth necklace was another custom design by me.

I actually designed it for me, but it sold the first time I wore it out.

Sharks teeth are difficult to gauge in photos, as this one looks small, even though it is about 2 inches in length.I used 14k gold filled wire and sculpted around the tooth. The top has a 6mm Mystic Moxie Topaz in the center.

Fossils are my favorite design medium.

Custom work

2009-08-14T05:06:00.000-07:00

I've been rather busy with a few custom designed pieces. A close friend heard I had some nice size Mako sharks teeth and asked for a necklace that looked a little tribal.

So after wrapping the tooth, of course it had to be different. I prefer to not make the same thing twice as well as the original wrap for a sharks tooth is mundane and old.

I did a small braid using gold wire and then designed the necklace around it. With the necklace having to be masculine, I had to put thoughts of crystal and other "shiny" baubles out of my mind and design.

The necklace was created using Tiger Jasper beads offset with a few large black tribal beads.

I hope you like it.

Ornament designed to honor my Daddy

2009-07-27T14:04:00.000-07:00

My daddy passed away in 2005. Each year the funeral home holds a celebration on life around Christmas with each family placing an ornament on the tree in remembrance. Each year a new ornament is added along with ornaments from previous years.

This year is my turn to make the ornament.

This has taken much thought, mainly because :

1. I was Daddy's girl

2. I miss him more each and every day.

3. I wanted to honor him in the best way I knew how.

Here is the ornament I was finally able to finish....after much crying each time I tried to work on it.

Inside the card reads:

His favorite color-

Like his smiling eyes is blue

His heart-

Made of pure gold

His Faith- Unshakable

He placed everything in God's hands

His family-

Fragile and precious , like the finest crystal

The work on this piece- imperfect

Just like his "baby girl"

Loving husband, son, brother, uncle, grandpa, and even

a great...BUT

The most wonderful Daddy in the world

God truly broke the mold when he created you.

You are missed more with each passing day.

We Love you.

Daniels Debut

2009-07-16T08:17:00.000-07:00

Daniel's Pendant. I had to post this because we are so proud of what daniel age 11 was able to create his first time! His wraps were perfect and I was amazed at his attention to detail.

Jewelry news

2009-06-30T12:23:00.000-07:00

We've spent the last month visiting Erin and the grandkids (now I know why they're called grands) had loads of fun as well as surprised Mom for her 80th birthday with a party.
I hope to post a photo of a pendant that Daniel (grandson) made. It's his first try and at 11 years old shows wonderful attention to detail as well as patience.
Busy making chains and bracelets for a show in July.

Remember to "borrow" those wonderful pieces of jewelry for your special occasions. You can hold onto your jewelry for 10 days (maybe longer) and show off your style.
My Etsy store and website have many items you may want to "borrow" and try for size.
You can always buy it later if you like it or return it after your special occasion is over.

Have a great day everyone...

Memorial Day

2009-05-25T07:00:00.000-07:00

Today we celebrate and honor our Armed Forces.
Today we celebrate all the freedoms they've fought so long and hard for us to enjoy.
Today we celebrate the men and women who gave their lives for this country.
Today we remember the past wars, those lost and the many white crosses in Arlington National Cemetery.
Today I thank God for my family of heroes. My Uncles, cousins, brother, brothers-in law, nephews, Donor Dad, and the 2 greatest loves of my life; my husband and my Daddy.
They all believed, they all fought. So we could win.

God Bless them all.

Eureka!

2009-05-24T08:34:00.001-07:00

I finally figured it out. I now have a short slideshow, however now to add a gallery page would be fantastic. Time will tell, how well I become at this blogging.

Slideshows

2009-05-22T13:05:00.000-07:00

Not sure if anyone else has this problem, but I'm unable to upload a slideshow.

I tired the help pages and sent messages to no avail. I'd like to upload photos of my etsy store, but guess it will have to wait.

In the meantime, please visit my etsy store as well as my website for unique handmade jewelry items for purchase or to borrow.

For the Bride to be or that special event.

2009-05-20T13:41:00.000-07:00

This 28mm Swarovski crystal AB Heart pendant will arrive with a delicate sterling silver necklace or a black organza ribbon choker. Deposit is $80.00