super teeny and super cute heart ring by Yummy&Company
itty bitty skull ring by MichelleChangJewelry
and where better to store your teeny tiny rings, then in teeny tiny ceramic bowls by Tasha McKelvey
Friday, January 14, 2011
Friday Finds - Itsy Bitsy
adorable teeny tiny star ring by PunkyBunnyDesigns
super teeny and super cute heart ring by Yummy&Company
itty bitty skull ring by MichelleChangJewelry
and where better to store your teeny tiny rings, then in teeny tiny ceramic bowls by Tasha McKelvey
super teeny and super cute heart ring by Yummy&Company
itty bitty skull ring by MichelleChangJewelry
and where better to store your teeny tiny rings, then in teeny tiny ceramic bowls by Tasha McKelvey
takes me back
I was a huge fan of the Muppets when I was growing up, and I still make time, every Christmas season to watch the Muppet Family Christmas, where they all storm into Mrs Bears house, and Miss Piggy braves the snowstorm to be with them by the end...and of course the Fraggles in the basement, the stand up comic snowman and my absolute favorite, the Swedish Chef...
so you can imagine my glee, when I stumbled across this adorable print by Eric Slager...
I need to have this hanging somewhere in my house! you can find it here!
so you can imagine my glee, when I stumbled across this adorable print by Eric Slager...
I need to have this hanging somewhere in my house! you can find it here!
Thursday, January 13, 2011
old photo Thursday
in honor of my birthday...a flashback to 6 years ago- these are actual photographs that we scanned...man, that was a long time ago!
happy 23rd birthday to me! man we look so young! good times with good friends...
happy 23rd birthday to me! man we look so young! good times with good friends...
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
how appropriate...
I was going through all my bookmarked sites, something I never get to do unless I get to take a sick day...or in this case...a sick week...
how appropriate were this week's cartoon's on Illustrator Natalie Dee's site??
for the rest of "sick week" cartoons...go here :)
how appropriate were this week's cartoon's on Illustrator Natalie Dee's site??
for the rest of "sick week" cartoons...go here :)
a slightly different way to show your team spirit
so the Giants season might be over, but that doesn't mean my team spirit is diminished in any way...and I just saw these...how cute??
I just might need to invest in this super cute PINK collection...
I just might need to invest in this super cute PINK collection...
what I'm working on - new pendant designs!
something that I've been wanting to do, for a very long time (as per usual), is design my own silver pendants...I've had great success incorporating the designs of others into my work with gemstones, but the true creative inside of me wanted to be able to say, "yes I designed this pendant myself" and not, no...I just put it on the chain...of course it helped me to make my designs better, and get people's attention, which in turned led me to be able to further my business and sales, etc...but it's time to grow...new year, new designs!
my first line that I'm working on is a series of astrological sign pendants...so I'll have 12 new designs, one for each zodiac sign...I hoped to have them ready for my fellow capricorns...but being sick put me back a bit...
anyway, preliminary sketches are done, and now I'm working with companies who will cast the designs in sterling silver for me, so I can start putting them out there to see what reactions I get! very exciting- I can't wait to see my sketches come to life in beautiful jewelry!
my first line that I'm working on is a series of astrological sign pendants...so I'll have 12 new designs, one for each zodiac sign...I hoped to have them ready for my fellow capricorns...but being sick put me back a bit...anyway, preliminary sketches are done, and now I'm working with companies who will cast the designs in sterling silver for me, so I can start putting them out there to see what reactions I get! very exciting- I can't wait to see my sketches come to life in beautiful jewelry!
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
29 years young
I've had a few really memorable birthdays, and coming into this year, I really doubted I'd have anything that would make me want to remember 29...but this year, will always be known as the year of the flu...
thankfully, the 102 fever I managed to cook up over the weekend had died down, and I was able to drag myself out of bed for the first time in several days, to get up, take a shower, dry my hair, put on makeup and get dressed for a nice dinner out in the city...it started out raining, but by the end of dinner, a beautiful fluffy snow had started to fall! besides not *really* being able to taste my food or wine...it was a fantastic night out, and I think it helped me to start to feel like I was getting over the flu...finally!
it got me thinking of other birthdays that I've had, 29 occasions in all, and I've been pretty lucky to have had quire a few good ones...I'll always remember the 11th birthday party when we were supposed to go ice skating, but a blizzard left us stuck at my house...so we ended up "skating" in the frozen backyard...or my surprise 16th birthday party that Bonnie and Erin threw me in my parent's basement...and I had NO idea it was happening!...then of course there was 21, where we went out late and had dinner at Applebees, where my first legal drink was served to me...and most recently, 25 when we went with Bonnie and Andy to Las Vegas- my first time there- and even though it was a record cold while we were there, it was a great time!
this year was definitely more low-key, but the weather, and the flu contributed to that...I'm sure we'll do a nice big joint celebration when we find a good weekend, and we're all recovered from illnesses and holiday mania :)
last year of my 20's...how did it get here so fast??
thankfully, the 102 fever I managed to cook up over the weekend had died down, and I was able to drag myself out of bed for the first time in several days, to get up, take a shower, dry my hair, put on makeup and get dressed for a nice dinner out in the city...it started out raining, but by the end of dinner, a beautiful fluffy snow had started to fall! besides not *really* being able to taste my food or wine...it was a fantastic night out, and I think it helped me to start to feel like I was getting over the flu...finally!it got me thinking of other birthdays that I've had, 29 occasions in all, and I've been pretty lucky to have had quire a few good ones...I'll always remember the 11th birthday party when we were supposed to go ice skating, but a blizzard left us stuck at my house...so we ended up "skating" in the frozen backyard...or my surprise 16th birthday party that Bonnie and Erin threw me in my parent's basement...and I had NO idea it was happening!...then of course there was 21, where we went out late and had dinner at Applebees, where my first legal drink was served to me...and most recently, 25 when we went with Bonnie and Andy to Las Vegas- my first time there- and even though it was a record cold while we were there, it was a great time!
this year was definitely more low-key, but the weather, and the flu contributed to that...I'm sure we'll do a nice big joint celebration when we find a good weekend, and we're all recovered from illnesses and holiday mania :)
Sunday, January 02, 2011
and he's 30
a whole new decade, and from what people have been telling us, it's one of the best...of course I'm not quite there yet, so I can see how it goes from afar...but today, Brett turns the big 3-0, and since he's not big on birthdays, we're keeping it low key...so pizza and ice cream cake and football...with some more proper celebrations to be had at a later date- a little further away from all the holiday craziness...
Happy 30th Brett! Hope it's a great year :)
Happy 30th Brett! Hope it's a great year :)
Saturday, January 01, 2011
Friday, December 31, 2010
Goodbye 2010!
whew...what a year! 2010 has flown by, and I really feel like we were just in South Carolina, celebrating the years beginning...and once again, I'm digging in my closet, looking for something festive and sparkly to wear, that is worthy of drinking champagne, reminiscing about the year, and toasting the future...
this really was quite a year for me...my business really began to take shape, and I learned many new skills, and expanded my line...and even have my work featured in a few shops around the country! my sales on Etsy have picked up, and my goals for 2011 are even higher!
I finished school, yet again...I don't spend every night doing homework, and I feel like I can work on my portfolio, figuring out my career path and making something of myself...I don't have a dead end job, but rather valuable experience that will push me towards that career that I so desire...
I started a big commitment to making a routine for myself at the gym...and while the end of the year was a bit hectic, and my schedule got a bit neglected, I lost 3 pant sizes, and am now in between the third and fourth...the fourth being my goal size!
mainly, I feel like I know who I am now, what I want to accomplish, and I have made and reinforced some great friendships...I want 2011 to be a year I can be proud of, be successful in, and most of all, be happy.
so now I'm off to get ready for dinner with Bonnie and Andy, our faithful new years companions of the past 5 years..here's to 2010, and 2011!
this really was quite a year for me...my business really began to take shape, and I learned many new skills, and expanded my line...and even have my work featured in a few shops around the country! my sales on Etsy have picked up, and my goals for 2011 are even higher!
I finished school, yet again...I don't spend every night doing homework, and I feel like I can work on my portfolio, figuring out my career path and making something of myself...I don't have a dead end job, but rather valuable experience that will push me towards that career that I so desire...
I started a big commitment to making a routine for myself at the gym...and while the end of the year was a bit hectic, and my schedule got a bit neglected, I lost 3 pant sizes, and am now in between the third and fourth...the fourth being my goal size!
mainly, I feel like I know who I am now, what I want to accomplish, and I have made and reinforced some great friendships...I want 2011 to be a year I can be proud of, be successful in, and most of all, be happy.
so now I'm off to get ready for dinner with Bonnie and Andy, our faithful new years companions of the past 5 years..here's to 2010, and 2011!
Monday, December 27, 2010
I'm dreaming of a white (day after) christmas...
so we missed the white christmas by a day...but the mayhem it would have caused would not have been worth the beauty and magic of waking up on Christmas morning to a crisp white canvas...but we would have spent it alone...because 24 hours and almost two feet later...we were buried in snow on December 26th!
meaning, we were shoveling snow on December 27th...at least there was four of us...so it only took about 3 hours...
meaning, we were shoveling snow on December 27th...at least there was four of us...so it only took about 3 hours...
Saturday, December 25, 2010
merry christmas to all, and to all a good night :)
I love love love the holidays at home with my family...and this year was no exception...and to make things even better, Brett joined us for the first time in all our years of dating! flights to Florida were a bit too expensive, so he opted not to go home, and come with me instead...
I got to see all my friends, watch our traditional movies, paint cookies, cook my Christmas Eve lasagna, and finally get some rest!
can't believe another holiday has come and gone!
I got to see all my friends, watch our traditional movies, paint cookies, cook my Christmas Eve lasagna, and finally get some rest!
can't believe another holiday has come and gone!
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Sunday, December 19, 2010
Miracle on 34th Street
34th Street in Hampden is something I've always wanted to see all the years living in Baltimore...so this year, we finally made our way over there, and took some super cute photos to use for our Christmas card...and we got to go with some great friends :)
Wednesday, December 01, 2010
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
39th Annual Greenbelt Festival of the Lights December 4-5!!
You can see:
Last year we had a blast- the shoppers are so wonderful at this event and the live entertainment kept us singing along all day!!
The live music and shopping runs from 10a-5p on Saturday and 11a-4p on Sunday and is located at the Greenbelt Community Center, 15 Crescent Road, Greenbelt, MD 20770.
Friday, November 26, 2010
Happy Thanksgiving!!
another holiday season is in full swing! we made the trip to New Jersey, as usual, and dinner with the family...and cousin photo shoots...ahh traditions :)
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
what we're working on
**As seen on the Baltimore Craft Blog**
About a year ago I had a vision of how I wanted my designs to grow. While finishing school took up most of my time I thought it would just be that, a dream, a goal, but with the motivation and genius of Jen of Yummy & Company, our 'ah-ha' moments have recently started to become reality.
In a Reese's Pieces moment - you got chocolate in my peanut butter!...well you got peanut butter in my chocolate! - our first collaborative effort was to take some of the Yummy Ruffle rings and coat them in resin and glitter. The result was oh so sparkly and lots of fun!
We then took to the bench and tried our hand at soldering. The result was my original vision, to take my glitter collection to a new level, on a smaller scale, with earrings, pendants and eventually rings! The ideas are just flowing, and we're having trouble keeping track of them all! I couldn't be more excited to work on the next ideas we'll come up with, in between the fits of laughter and the trials and errors with our tumbler!
About a year ago I had a vision of how I wanted my designs to grow. While finishing school took up most of my time I thought it would just be that, a dream, a goal, but with the motivation and genius of Jen of Yummy & Company, our 'ah-ha' moments have recently started to become reality.
In a Reese's Pieces moment - you got chocolate in my peanut butter!...well you got peanut butter in my chocolate! - our first collaborative effort was to take some of the Yummy Ruffle rings and coat them in resin and glitter. The result was oh so sparkly and lots of fun!
We then took to the bench and tried our hand at soldering. The result was my original vision, to take my glitter collection to a new level, on a smaller scale, with earrings, pendants and eventually rings! The ideas are just flowing, and we're having trouble keeping track of them all! I couldn't be more excited to work on the next ideas we'll come up with, in between the fits of laughter and the trials and errors with our tumbler!
Sunday, November 21, 2010
CRAFTERMATH...
This Thanksgiving weekend, instead of going out in the madness of the malls or chain stores, bring your holiday shopping lists to the first annual Craftermath event at West Potomac Academy in Alexandria, Virginia. This event is organized by the students in the Design LAB at the school, who's mission is "to promote independent artists and designers and build a community of creative’s that assist and inspire. We look to build events and opportunities to promote our local creative community."
From 10 am - 3 pm you can come out and shop the handmade event, featuring some of your favorite BEST members, including:
Adornments by Atelier-Beads
Fuzzy Mug
JerseyGirlDesign
Namoo
Yummy & Company
The event takes place at West Potomac High School, 6500 Quander Road, Alexandria, VA 22307. For more information, visit their website.
Friday, November 12, 2010
Decor Galore Sale at the Junior League of Baltimore
This weekend, come out to support the Junior League of Baltimore at their Decore Galore sale, which kicks off with the Sip, Savor and Shop event on Friday night- a sneak peak from 6-10 pm at 1830 York Road, in Timonium.
The following day, is the all-day shopping event, from 9am - 5pm where you can find gifts including jewelry, accessories, clothing and decor for your home! Among the vendors, you can find me as well as a few of your favorite BEST members, including:
Design by Night
Glowgirl Fibers
Namoo
Sweet Pepita
Yummy & Company
The Junior League helps at-risk families in the community, so you can not only get a jump start on your holiday shopping, but help a great cause as well!
The following day, is the all-day shopping event, from 9am - 5pm where you can find gifts including jewelry, accessories, clothing and decor for your home! Among the vendors, you can find me as well as a few of your favorite BEST members, including:
Design by Night
Glowgirl Fibers
Namoo
Sweet Pepita
Yummy & Company
The Junior League helps at-risk families in the community, so you can not only get a jump start on your holiday shopping, but help a great cause as well!
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