My Filigree Valentine

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

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

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!

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

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?

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

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!

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