Gems Of Joy And Healing

Book Bin Window Display

2011-12-06T22:24:00.001-08:00

It's time for another Etsy Team window display! This display features 11 artists (including myself) from both The Corvallis Etsy Team and The Mid-Valley Etsy Team.

It will be up through December 30 so stop by The Book Bin and check it out! (4th and Madison Downtown Corvallis, Oregon) I enjoyed helping set up this time, even though I still had a bit of migraine hanging on.

I took some pictures of the window today (12/06), so fellow Etsy Team-mates feel free to copy any photos you want to use for yourselves and/or you may share this blog.

(click on any picture for a closer look)

Larimar and Peruvian Opal Set Update

2011-11-20T20:27:00.001-08:00

The necklace set is finished and now posted!
Larimar and Peruvian Opal Set

Let me know what you think.

Larimar and Peruvian Opal

2011-11-14T22:43:00.001-08:00

I am so excited about my new project! I'm making a Larimar and Peruvian Opal set and it's going to be amazing!

Here's a sneak peak:

What do you think?

What else would you like to see in my shop?

Your opinion means a lot to me, please comment below. Thanks!

Update: I finished it!! Working on better pictures but here's another picture:

Fall Blues

2011-10-09T19:11:00.000-07:00

It's fall and I find myself slipping into a gloomy mood. I really love fall and usually I'm excited for Halloween, but this year the "blues" seem to have hit me early. Also I spend a lot of my week working at my "real job", so when I get home I'm usually tired and not feeling very inspired. I do have a few new projects in mind, but I just need to find the mental energy and creativity to do them. Do you feel like this too? What do you do to pull yourself out of it?

Halloween Is Coming!

2011-10-06T17:54:00.000-07:00

I don't know about you, but I'm excited for Halloween! This is my favorite holiday of the year!

Need a few ideas for this year's costume or decor? Here are a few Halloween Treasuries I've put together recently. Enjoy!! And please feel free to Comment, "Favorite", Post, Tweet and share with your friends on and off line!

Bite Me!

I'm Going Batty!

Bootastic!

2011-09-18T19:06:00.000-07:00

Yes I know it's been awhile. Keeping up a journal has never been one of my strengths, but I plan on working on that.

Here's an update of my last 3 Treasuries on Etsy! Enjoy!

Treasury Lists

Another Treasury

2011-08-26T18:34:00.000-07:00

Here's my latest treasury on Etsy, check it out! And feel free to share this on Facebook, Twitter, and anywhere else you'd like to share it!

Fun n Flirty

Treasury Fever On Etsy

2011-08-20T16:36:00.000-07:00

~ I added another Treasury~

I have Treasury fever! I've made 2 new treasuries in just 2 days! Check them out, and please feel free to comment, share and "like" them!

Easy as 123 & ABC

Bootastic!

I'm Going Batty!

New Inspirations

2011-08-13T18:57:00.000-07:00

I just finished this turquoise, coral and blue stripped jasper bracelet! Isn't this cool!!

I even made my own clasp!

This is a three strand bracelet

Loving the different shapes and textures!

I really love these colors together!

I also have plans for two necklaces with Sterling Silver wire and I'm planing on making a frame display for my pictures! Now to do my homework and write up a description, plus come up with a name for this bracelet. So having fun with my new ideas!

Update 8/19/11: I sold this bracelet today!! I didn't even get it posted in my shop! I'm so happy!!!

Corvallis Etsy Team window display

2011-06-02T20:46:00.000-07:00

I'm so excited! The Corvallis Etsy Team window display is up!! Stop by and check it out @ The Footwise Artists' Window (East Facing Window) located on 3rd and Madison Downtown Corvallis!

(click on any picture for a closer look)

And a look at the whole display:

Here's a virtual tour:

Hope I was able to get a picture of everyone's artwork, if not I apologize.

Spring Coupon Offer!

2011-04-18T11:19:00.000-07:00

20% OFF Everything In Shop!: "Earrings, Bracelets And Necklaces"

What to get Mom this year?

2011-04-04T16:03:00.000-07:00

I was poking around on Etsy and found some pretty awesome things for the awesome Mom's in this world! Here's a few in this Treasury I put together.......Check it out!

Happy Mothers Day Treasury

New New New!!!

2011-03-10T20:45:00.000-08:00

I just finished two new necklaces and am almost ready to post them! I'm having so much fun creating right now, I only wish my budget could keep up with my inspiration! I will be taking pictures soon!! (sun permitting)

Here's a sneak "peek": One necklace will be a take on my Starry Night Bracelet and the other necklace is made with Tourmaline Quartz and Rainbow Moonstone.

To undo or to leave as is...

2011-03-07T19:22:00.000-08:00

To undo or to leave as is..........how many times do you ask yourself this question?

Sometimes I can be hard on myself and my art. I find myself picking at what I've created, this one has an imperfect bead or I could've used a different bead altogether, but I've learned to just trust my muse and let it be (most of the time).

I'd love to hear your input on this. Do you ever pick at your art? If so how do you deal with the "imperfections" you see?

Hopes And Dreams

2011-03-01T17:47:00.000-08:00

I just read an interview on Etsy that inspired me (again)! What a wonderful thing to do........Be your own boss And do what You Love!! This is also my dream and I will continue to strive for it!

Here's the link for you to read and be inspired too.
Quit Your Day Job interview

New Here

2011-02-28T18:44:00.000-08:00

Ok so here's my new "Blog".....this is all new to me but I will try to keep this interesting for you all.