Addiction #11: Belts

I'm addicted to belts because they are a secret weapon! They add instant polish and jazz up any outfit. When I wear a nice flowey (is that a word?) top, I add a belt and wallah, I'm actually put together. This belt (above) I drooled over on this month's Lucky Magazine. It's $30 from Aldo. I looked it up online and it's on sale for $19.98 at ALDOshoes.com. Shipping is free, Sweet nectar! So I bought it! Check out these hot ladies I found on flickr with their secret weapons...

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Organize:

bookshelf spectrum, revisited, originally uploaded by chotda.
On my list of things to do is to organize all my gemstones by color. It will be a pain, but really inspiring and rewarding. I will actually have an idea of what gemstones I have in stock. Uhmmm, not that I was clueless or anything. I'll take a picture- only if it looks cute. Now to find a vintage dresser with lots of drawers...

Organize:

My fabric buffet, originally uploaded by *jenny b allsorts.

New library, originally uploaded by Craft & Creativity.

Bridal Collection coming soon... I promise...

I'm working on our Bridal Collection and will publish it really soon. I promise;) It's Topaz & Pearls. Can a girl have too many Pearls?

I've also been on a Black Onyx kick lately and love the contrast with creamy white Pearls.

"Can you wear hoops to your wedding?" a lady asked me last week. I say you can wear what ever you want. It's your day baby! I like that last sentence for everyday.

Now I just need to get my hands on those strappy gladiator heels I've been lusting after...

Daisy Fever

I always have the fever. I've resisted adding daisies to everything like I used to but it's all coming back to me. These daisy hoop earrings I love. They are continuous and light but pack a serious punch. The bigger the better, but I make 'lil ones too. Enjoy your weekend!

Photo by our beautiful model Leah Pellegrini. Check out Leah's work here.

Sole in the Pearl

Justina $149

Cynthia $59

I headed to Sole today in the Pearl (10th & Couch) and I was surrounded by complete eye candy!! I'm smitten... Well you see, there are these shoes, and we flirted, and I can't stop thinking about them! I wish I had a picture so I can show you. When I own them, ummmm yeah, own them, I will show you... I loved these other styles that were there too. Kim Lane- the owner, doesn't mess around. She's got a fierce eye for what the ladies love. We will also be sending some fresh jewelry there in July! Another reason to stop by;)

Mission: Fresh Strawberry Jam From Scratch

Fresh strawberry jam from scratch, because that's how we roll! This was a 2 day project from picking the berries from Sauvie Island (Kruger Farms) to canning fresh strawberry jam. We hit up Maggie's house (Papaver Jewelry) and got busy canning, also squeezed in some fun of course;) Erin (One Root Embroidery) was a golden picker yesterday with her sweet baby Orson. Ann (Ann Madland Jewelry) plucked the tops of these berries like a pro. Leah (Leah's Glass Creations) helped make this post possible with her lovely pictures.

Warm Weather Delights

I saw this on Martha Stewart's site and would love to recreate this in my back yard! A lovely chandelier in the center with pillows, fabric, lights, candles, wine, chocolates, food... Heaven! Add family & friends to the mix and it would be a lovely time...

Thunderstorm

lightning, originally uploaded by brian.crissie.

So this picture was taken in Chicago and could easily be mistaken for downtown Portland in the Pearl today. Maybe I'm being a little dramatic, but this storm came out of no where! We set up shop for First Thursday and one block over I see paintings in the air, canopies, paper, dirt, all kinds of debris. Like a tornado tore thru the Pearl! So many artists lost works and it was headed our way! My friend Suzanne held onto the canopy with me as her purses and bags hit the ground. Yed held the glass cases together and Micah held onto his bicycle. People were yelling, artwork was crashing, it was a mess! I looked up at my neighbor Kirk, and he said, "So your sticking around right?" BTW- he was a bit delirious having been hit by a car on his bike today. I don't think I've ever packed up jewelry so fast. It was really a world record (6min). I heard advisories on the radio and my friend even called to warn me. It was so sunny and pretty at that time, I brushed it off. Wow! Thanks for offering shelter Erin!

Update: I drove by at 8:30 and about 4 or 5 artists stayed! That's pretty hardcore! Maybe they drove in from Seattle?

Weddings...

ring, originally uploaded by *momoc.

This ring shot is perfect!

Weddings...

Our worlds are slanted, but together everything makes sense, originally uploaded by aknacer.

These invitations are sweet!

It reads:
Our worlds are slanted, but together everything makes sense

Weddings...

Rose garden, originally uploaded by kylie lambert (Le Cupcake).

Love these intricate little cakes!

Sunshine!

I love the sun in Portland! It makes me want to hang out outside and drink a mojito! I will Not be at the Saturday Market this weekend. Lots of studio time for me. Bride season is in full swing and those orders need to be finished on time...or else!

Photo by my momma.

Bleached Coral Garden

Bleached Coral Garden, originally uploaded by gooseflesh.

Whimsical Coral Garden

Whimsical Coral Garden - Progress, originally uploaded by gooseflesh.

Knitted Sea Creatures

Cephalopod, originally uploaded by gooseflesh.

Oregonian Pics

Silly pics in the Oregonian! The one to the left was in December (2008) at Splurge and the right was in today's paper about The Portland Saturday Market. Any publicity is good. I'll take it;) Linda, thanks for letting me know first thing this morning.

Note to self: I gotta get a new hat.

Rings

I'm working on rings, from simple to intricate.
I like to stack them with different textures
and finishes.

8 years ago...

I got caught looking at my ring...

We threw a big party...

We headed to Hawaii...

Look at Yed's face!! Classic! He was tired
of posing for pictures! I see that look on Micah all the time;)

Memorial Day

memorial day, originally uploaded by springlakecake.

Summer Gems

Layered necklaces in greens, apricots and
Ruby reds...

Photos by Kim Oanh Nguyen

Lesson Learned

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My lesson yesterday:
We all are goofy, with our quirks and imperfections. If we put all that aside and stop being so judgmental, we can learn a thing or two.

Father's Day

What do I give my Dad, when he has anything & everything I could possibly think of? The Curiosity Shop saves the day with awesome gifts my Dad would get a kick out of. I remember when he had the first ever cell phone and it was ginormous! Well this phone headset reminds me of that, but how shall I say... mo' betta! This card too is classic and well, says it all - short & sweet.

Vintage Work

I love to see our older jewelry on ladies! It's always a treat to see how they are doing... the ladies too of course;) It reminds me of that time in my life, kinda like a good song. Of course I do have pieces of ours out there that (to me) look like my 8th grade picture, or that 8th grade pop song-yikes! This Sapphire Eden Necklace has a lovely home with a beautiful woman named Joy. I knew it would find a great home.

Sunny Days

I'm kind of giddy that the sun is out and we're having a 70-80 degree weekend! Yay! I'll be soaking it up at the Portland Saturday Market.

INSPIRE:

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I was reading a blog I love, A Cup Of Jo and it got me thinking, "What inspires me?" My answer is all over the board. The ocean, bright colors, blogs I can escape in, a great cup of coffee, farmer's markets, fresh laundry, evening candles, sunsets with my lover(hubby), Oatmeal with fresh blueberries-almonds-brown sugar, fresh mint for mojitos, sunrise with little hands waking me, a road trip with great tunes, forehead kisses, baking cupcakes and laughter. You?

Photo by b.probanza

INSPIRE:

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Images that inspire me.
photo by b.probanza

INSPIRE:

INSPIRE, originally uploaded by b.probanza..

Images that inspire me.
photo by b.probanza

Hair...

daily routine....., originally uploaded by Raquel Reed.

2 things...I tried really hard to grow my hair out and I chopped it off again! It feels so good to chop it off! Why did I let it grow? Also, if you can pull off Turquoise hair like Raquel Reed, I think that makes you an instant rock star.

Silverado Portland

Here's a sneak peek of our jewels at Silverado on NW 23rd. They just received a fresh order of jewelry from us and I love the colors and designs they selected. We're happy to be a part of Silverado in Portland. Thank you Jackie;)

Happy Mother's Day Momma!

You deserve a mojito for all the hard work you have done. I take that back, you deserve the world for all the hard work that you have done! I had NO idea how hard it is! How do you multi task a career, housework, kiddies, Dad and more? How do you keep the family together through hard times so effortless?

How did you make me breakfast, comb my hair, brush my teeth, dress Gary, drive us to school, pick us up mid day- when we were sick (on your lunch break), take our endless calls at your work, pick us up after school, drive us to soccer, track, swimming, dance, band, wrestling, make dinner, wash clothes, help us with homework and put us to bed all the time????? I' m exhausted thinking about it. How did you keep your cool when I: threw tantrums, threw my veggies, cried for no reason, talked back, lied, hung around the wrong crowd, failed a test, got sassy, knew it all, didn't listen, rolled my eyes, said bad words, slammed doors, came home way past curfew, yelled at you, and then cried some more?

Remember the day you helped me dress for prom, only to discover my tattoos?

I'm sorry for being a pain, now I'm getting a taste of my own medicine. I Love you Mom. Thank you!

Mimosas Anyone?

Mimosa, originally uploaded by curious_jane.

Today from 4:00-8:00 pm,
Splurge Artist Boutique
will be also be hosting Mimosas with Discounts and Artists.
20% off Paintings!
20%off Candles!
10%off Everything Else!
Shop Local this Mother's Day.

Last minute shopping?

See us on Saturday & Sunday too.

Special Order: Horseshoe Necklace

Mother's Day is almost here and we're moving fast to finish special pieces for Momma. We take in a few special requests like this horseshoe necklace for instance. I've never made a horseshoe and it's so sweet! I have to have fun with all special orders and really like the idea. If it's something I really don't like or get a weird vibe from, I'll have to pass. Those vibes would live in that piece forever! Silly but, kind of bad joojoo for me. Sometimes we get requests like a broken heart or something really crazy, like two swans kissing - that we never do;)

Turquoise Nail Polish

Blue Polish, originally uploaded by Green_Gal.

Sandal season is upon us. I'm tempted to paint my toes this color! I know late 1970's called... Let's see if I can only find it. What do you think? Turquoise is one of my top 10 addictions.

Things we do to Make our Kids Happy

YedOmi Jewelry: Blues by Request

I love this combination of blues.
Tiny sapphires and a yummy onion faceted blue topaz.

YedOmi Jewelry

Our Classic, Circle of Life with Caviar.