Prince of Peace and Some Royal Jewels

I have only caught glimpses of the royal wedding today, but what I saw was just beautiful! I hope this couple enjoys a lifetime of love and joy together.

 So speaking of the royals...I have a necklace I made a few days ago that would be somewhat fitting for a day like today (unlike Princess Beatrice's hat...)

"Royalty".

 I created this with antique murano glass beads, copper beads, vintage copper link chain an old rhinestone earring and two antique copper jewelry findings. The pendant drop needed nothing more than itself, the detail and quality is amazing. I only had a few of these that I offered on my site but they are sold out for now, not sure If I will be getting anymore.

And now for the commoners....

Prince of Peace 

I found the Prince of Peace medal at the Nashville Flea market, I just had to have it! 

In this necklace I used a variety of Antique and vintage elements, keys, brass filigree beads and old trolley tokens. The vintage typewriter key is the perfect dangle. 

From The Earth

Climb the mountains and get their good tidings. Nature's peace will flow into you as sunshine flows into trees. The winds will blow their own freshness into you, and the storms their energy, while cares will drop off like autumn leaves. ~John Muir 

I recently was asked to join the blogging program over at Auntie's Beads .I choose some African Turquoise beads and a strand of copper rondelles as well as a few other items. I incorporated these great items with some organic and hand made pieces. The very cool square clay fired beads are from my friend Lori of Cedar Swamp Pottery, lampwork bead from BeingBeads.etsy. Be sure to check out Auntie's Beads they have a great selection of beads, components and supplies.

You can find this piece in my Etsy shop. 

I have received these beads free of charge from Auntie's Beads in order to write a review and/or create a project free of charge for you. I have not been paid for my endorsement as it pertains to the products received. 

Whatchamacallit

I am not sure what to call this piece... I need a little help. I do usually like to name my pieces, I can relate to them much better than just a descriptive name. I am at a loss for this poor nameless piece.

I had this enamel bead  from Barbara Lewis sitting in one of my many pottery bowls for awhile, it was just patiently waiting its turn to be used...and then I came across this multi colored vintage bead strand and they met like old friends. I paired the two with a deeply etched brass watch face and the three of them were very happy together, although nameless. Any suggestions on a name?

I love that you can wear this long or as a lariat, my personal favorite.

 I am looking forward to hearing your suggestions!

Inspire

 

Inspire –
To affect, guide, or arouse by divine influence.
To fill with enlivening or exalting emotion
To stimulate energies, ideals, or reverence.

 

"Inspire" etched cuff bracelet can be found at JudithBDesigns

 

Inspire Peacock Feather Necklace can be found on Etsy 

 

Stormy Seas

 My friend and fellow blogger Leslie of Bei Mondi had given me a great stash of beads when we got together last week. Why is it someone else's stash is always better than yours? I was thinking "fall" when I created this, darker colors, sweaters and denim. I am loving the texture of the lava stones, something I have never used. Thanks Miss Leslie for helping me think outside of my little box! 

 

Orbital Blu

 A fun modern piece that drapes the neck so well. I was very pleased with this etch as it went pretty deep. I am still trying to figure out why some pieces etch deeper than others. I thought it was a timing thing but not always, I would love to hear about your experience with etching. I am using the peroxide and muriatic acid combination.

You can find this piece in my Flapyourwings Etsy shop.

...and thanks to Terah Ware from facebook who picked out the name for this piece.

Faith

A garden is evidence of faith. It links us with all the misty figures of the past who also planted and were nourished by the fruits of their planting

Gladys Taber 

I started with a basket and ended up needing a bucket to carry all of my pickings back up to the house. Fencing in the garden this year has certainly helped, no sign of critters, although I would not mind sharing at this point, I think all my neighbors are tiring of squash and cucumbers. The grape tomato plants are at least 3 feet taller than myself in less than a weeks time it will be nothing but red polka dots ready for plucking. We are hoping for rain today, it has been terribly dry and hotter than 40 hells...please please rain!

 Here is a little kitty update..

Our little Morgan is growing so quickly!

Morgan and Jack are pretty much inseparable. Jack acts like Morgan is his baby, it is so cute! 

Faith 

Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.

Bible: Hebrews

Here is a new piece I made with a vintage cross and an antique watch fob chain. The lampwork beads are from Being Beads. You can find this piece on my Etsy site.

Beach Music

Summer is here...ready or not. We have had the hottest June on record for Tennessee with temps in the high 90's and humidity the same. These days are for lounging in the pool or staying inside....not many choices, especially for myself as I just do not tolerate this intense heat, sweat dripping down my back....no thank you!  However inside I  am never at loss of what to do, the days are never long enough for me.

Collected beach glass...

Beach Music

...my summer

                                                  You can find Beach Music on my Etsy site.

On another note I am still struggling with my browser, it is making blogging so very difficult, nothing is lining up correctly and I am just struggling to figure this out, it use to be so easy!  I had been using Mozille Firefox and I loved it, but something happened maybe my system got a virus...not sure. Anyway no amount of re-loading has helped and all the work my DH has done this past week has not helped. Finally he was able to load Opera and that is working nicely but is not compatible with Blogger...uggggh! I really do not have time nor the patience with this! I want my Fox back! What do you all use for your browsers?

Delicate Balance

While I was out shopping with my friend Eileen we spotted some really nice necklaces, although they were nice in design the materials were not good quality. One of the pieces I liked was a necklace with a lovely combination of Turquoise and pearls. Since I just had stocked up on some great turquoise I knew just what I wanted to create. It has been about a week since I have worked in my studio so I was very happy to relax and play with all of my new stuff. I really love the end result and would never have thought to combine these great organic materials. "Delicate Balance" is a substantial piece with chunky turquoise and three kinds of fresh water pearls. AD Adornment findings really finished this piece off. Necklace is 33" in length and has a 4" pendant drop.

Unlock Your Dreams

..."Dreams unlock the passion, that in your heart has concealed"

A unusual antique brass key with stone cabochon has been re-fashioned into a pendant for this piece I call "Unlock Your Dreams". This one of a kind necklace has wonderful bursts of color from the handmade lampwork beads and wire wrapped lapis. Handmade brass textured bead caps add great texture. An antique watch chain has also been used and adds a unique element design. Hand forged brass hook and eye for a closure.

Handmade lampwork beads from Being Beads on Etsy.

You can find this piece on my new website. I am also hosting a giveaway to celebrate the new site. I have chosen a custom Typewriter Key Pendant to give away, you can enter here to win. Thanks for stopping by.

Mosaic Heart

We become not a melting pot but a beautiful mosaic. Different people, different beliefs, different yearnings, different hopes, different dreams.
jimmy carter

I have always enjoyed making mosaics...pots, lamps, mirrors and I once did a large plant pedestal. I always work with vintage and antique china...to give life back to the once discarded broken dishes. When I received this copper heart from Artbeads.com as part of their blogging program I wanted to fill it with the shards of once loved blue willow and flow blue china. Instead of grouting in between, resin has been used to preserve the china. Right now Artbeads.com is having a sweetheart of a sale 15% off orders $60 or more, plus free US. shipping.

You can find this pendant in my Etsy shop.