Happy Valentines Day!

Today my Blog Post is dedicated to flowers and learning!
Flowers in the form of Fine Art and Jewelry, and today I learned how to put pictures side by side onto Blogger.
Though it is only a three step process,  I chose to make it, OH, about 20 steps.
I think I have a down now. At least I hope so,
Now onto the goodies!

On my FaceBook, there is this wonderful photographer that I "like".
I never realized until just recently that she had a shop on Etsy. Not only that, I also didn't know how incredibly beautiful her photography was until I looked through all her listings on Etsy. To put it simply, I was stunned to see what beautiful work she created taking photographs.

I wouldn't be able to choose just one of her photograph listings, so at the end of a few pictures here, I will post all information for you to see more!                                                              



This first fine art print is named, Vintage Vanilla. Click on the title and it will bring you right to the listing.
The second luscious pink flower is named, "My Heart Opens for You". Quite fitting for Valentines Day, don't you think?!
I would also like to mention that Traci, the fine photographer here, is an Award Winning Fine Art Photographer. She resides in Canada with her husband and children.
You can find Traci here!
On Etsy: TraciCottinghamPhoto
Face Book
Twitter
FineArtAmerica

Earlier today I stumbled upon this newly opened Etsy Shop, called Rosarium1. I have to say that I love Moonika's handmade jewelry. And to find out that each flower she makes is handmade by her, petal by petal, amaze's me. Such elegance and imagination. To say the least.
Here are a few of her items:


You'd have to agree that these light pink roses are quite feminine, and dainty!
I love the combination of the polymer clay roses, crystals and pearls.
You can find the link to the first photo here. Quite frankly, it is such a lovely set.
I also included this listing for the second photo here, because I really wanted you to see the detail and quality of her handmade jewelry creations.
I hope you will take a look into Moonika's Etsy Shop, there are many other colors of flowers and jewelry items. If there is a colors you especially have in mind, she accepts "custom orders" as well.
So, please be sure to check this shop out!

BESTeam Feature

This is the third time I have written this. Somehow I touch something on my laptop, and everything I type goes away. This is so frustrating..........
This well be a very short feature, have to hurry before this goes away as well, big GRRRRRRRS,  ha-ha!
So, this week I will be featuring "Handmade items that remind me of Autumn". Now don't laugh, its a valid excuse being that Friday was the first day of Fall. It really isn't because I like Fall, and its color, I'm fibbing, you know that right?
It is valid though.............
Three Etsy Shops, three BESTeam Member's, six gorgeous Autumn pic's!
My first Shop feature is co-owned by Debbi, Captain of the BESTeam, and her daughter Mandy. 
Their Etsy Shop is named: ourhometoyours.
Two charming Autumn finds:

Handmade Vintage Mink Jacket

Definitely something to keep you warm. Quite frankly, I love this jacket. I always have, ever since I met Debbi and Mandy, and their shop.
My second Autumn pic, easy, take a look at this!

OOAK Blood Red Choker

You could easily sport the necklace and the jacket at the same time, perfect! Find more about this shop on their Blog, and on FaceBook!
Second shop, and enchanting, is Poison Garden.
First Autumn find, is this lovely Sun Catcher!

Garden Fairy Bohemian Victorian Elven Fairy Sun Catcher

I think this Sun Catcher is not only sweet, I certainly love its title!
Second shop find is this splendid jewelry piece:

Victorian Steam-punk Mona Lisa Choker

I have to say I really love the colors of the ribbon, and honestly, Mona Lisa is so classic!
Read more about this shop on their Blog, and follow Poison garden on FaceBook!

Third Shop, final Shop, almost there, phew! ElizabethMDJewelry
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE, these earrings!

Cranberry Red Drop Earrings

I haven't seen them before, they were just listed yesterday. I have to say, Cranberry is definitely one of  MY favorite colors, even if it isn't Autumn.
And this necklace should just be a staple in every jewelry collection. What could be more perfect then a leaf? A Silver Leaf!

Sterling Silver Leaf Imprint Necklace

You can also read Elizabeth's Blog and "like" her on FaceBook!

I hope you take a look into each of these shops, whether its browsing or shopping.
All these shops are charming!

The Boosting Etsy Shops Team's goal is to provide marketing support for each others Etsy and Facebook Fan pages to further this goal. Our team also shows support by offering free advertising for each other. We are a very dynamic, active group and we are now accepting new members!
The BESTeam is so much more then writing a feature every week! Its a team of caring and talented crafters on Etsy.
Please click the link above to find out more about this great team, and consider joining this team.

My BESTeam Feature

I have to apologize for being so late this week. I don't know where the time went. I do know that when I work, because it isn't very often, it really throws me off schedule. And it isn't just work this week either, for the past four weeks, I have been in terrible pain due to my knees. Besides walking, my knee pain has definitely affected other areas of my life, including difficulty in keeping focused.
Enough about me, that's certainly not the reason for this post.

My BESTeam Feature for this week is ardentreverie. 
Ardentreverie consists of two sisters who design unique handmade accessories in apparel, jewelry, and hair.
I have to say this shop is certainly CHIC!
Just as I was looking at this shop, my son, Marty, was looking over my shoulders, (I really dislike anyone doing that) and saying, "scroll up, see that? Thats POPULAR at my school, mom". This is the handmade product that he showed me.

Savannah Feather Earring

Then Marty said, "they wear these in their hair too, mom". I thought cool, thanks Marty for sharing. My son he is my worst critic, when HE likes something, its definitely something. Need a cool Christmas gift? Its right above! Perfect for your tween, teen, young adult.
If your looking for Hair Accessories, this shop has them too! This one below is my favorite, although ardentreverie has many more!

Cedar Roses Headband

I think this headband is just gorgeous! Perfect color combination, woodsy, earthy, and organic! Not much more you could ask for.
Most of you know that my employment is outdoors. Meaning that I am subjected to all outdoor elements, which I don't care for, but it pays well. I have learned to layer my clothing well. One of my favorite accessories are handmade beanies and scarfs. This shop has many scarfs to choose from. It was really hard for me to decide which one I liked best, but I went with this one!

Denim Blue Knit Cowl

Not only do I think the color is FAB, but I don't have to worry about it staying wrapped around. And if you walk all day, bend all day like I do, then you will appreciate this aspect as well!

So, if you are looking for cool, chic, and unique gift this year, or even something for yourself. I really think this would be an excellent place to make this shop your first stop!
You can find ardentreverie here!

Etsy

FaceBook 

ArdentReverie.com
Twitter

ardentreverie and I are members of the BESTeam!

The Boosting Etsy Shops Team's goal is to provide marketing support for each others Etsy and Facebook Fan pages to further this goal. Our team also shows support by offering free advertising for each other. We are a very dynamic, active group and we are now accepting new members!
The BESTeam is so much more then writing a feature every week! Its a team of caring and talented crafters on Etsy.
Please click the link above to find out more about this great team, and consider joining this team.

Look for a new format in how the BESTeam does their features, beginning next week! 

I am so excited to see the results and how you like it as well. 

Enjoy, be good to others and yourself!

New Fall Jewelry!

I am so thrilled with my new Fall / Autumn Jewelry, that I am a bit besides myself. And even though it is not extravagant, filled with detail, sometimes the best things in jewelry are simple, such as life.

Besides, Fall or as some would call it, Autumn IS my favorite season, its colors truly burst out of the seams.

So, with the array of colors to choose from, I could easily say that I am ecstatic! And since I have been collecting Fall colored Gemstones for some time now, I am more then ready to create.

Over this past weekend, I made individualized listings for my Acorn Pearl Earrings. As far as I am concerned these should be selling here quickly now. I also designed a Vintaj Brass Oak Leaf Necklace to accessorize the earrings. I only have the Czech Glass Pumpkin color available right now, but I plan on doing all the other colors soon. Here is a picture of the Vintaj Brass Oak Leaf Necklace. 

Fall Vintaj Brass Leaf with Pumpkin (Orange) Czech Glass Beads

Personally, I love this leaf, it is very elaborate and quite distinctive. And to keep "true to nature" I designed this Necklace to include an Oak Leaf, because, Acorns do come from Oak Tree's. Since we are speaking about Acorns, below are the Acorn Earrings that you can complement this necklace with!

Autumn Pumpkin Orange Acorn Earrings

In combining these two jewelry pieces, I thought that this would be a traditional and delightful set!

It would be really nice to read what you thought, so please feel free to comment below. 

I also have these earrings in a Swarovski Antique Brass Pearl Bead and Vintage Gold Pearl Bead as well.

I am including the photos with the links underneath:

Autumn Earrings Acorn Capped Antique Brass

Fall, Swarovski Vintage Gold Crystal Pearl Acorn Earrings

I have yet to make matching necklaces for these two colors, but I plan on ordering the materials for these very soon!

As of now, these are my newest earrings for Fall / Autumn. I have a lot more items that need listings, and photos. Quite frankly I should be taking photos and listing items, then making jewelry. Its just that making jewelry is just so much funner! 

I have also added a new "Section" to my Etsy Shop" titled: Fall...Autumn...Seasonal,just click on that title, and it will take you right to that section!

To view all of my handmade jewelry, just click here! 

Remember, if you ever have a question, you can always convo me on Etsy, or find me on Facebook!

Before I go, I would like to share this necklace. I will be listing this piece soon!

Another one of my Favorites! But then again ALL my Fall / Autumn Jewelry pieces are, LOL

And if I have kept your attention this far, then I hope you will take advantage of this coupon offer! For a discount of 15%, please use the code BLOG15 when checking out!

This coupon will expire September 6th, 2011

Enjoy,

Cathy