Reasons to Love the Fall

Rich warm colors and cool air are looming. Summer is bliss but fall is mysteriously wonderful! I have embraced it and will relish every last drop;)
photo by nixiemichelle

1. Make use of that fireplace and grab a good book or lover to cozy up next to. Wink wink.

photo by boopsiedaisy

2. The pumpkin patch is too much fun! We drive out to Sauvie's and get the cutest pumpkins, warm java, and tractor rides (the 'lil guy loves that).

photo by Anadelmann

3. Chunky sweaters to go with your awesome boots.

photo by honeypoo

4. Break out those accessories neglected in the back of your closet, like your cool hats and scarves. Need to vamp up your collection? Sofia on NE Fremont will not disappoint.

photo by Neil...Baker

5. MMmmmmmm those warm drinks are just what the doctor ordered. Leaded or unleaded...

photo by noomrise

Enjoy your weekend!

Display Inspiration

I've been playing with new display ideas for Splurge.
I can't wait to execute what I have cookin'.

Photo credits from clockwise:
ToastyKen
bogiebogie
ChrisVauclainbaker
fd
edivaldo de oliveira
zhivoderova

New Jewelry

Fresh new jewelry at Twiggs in Hood River
and Silverado in Portland.

Finds

Awesome sculptures by Element Clay Studio.

Reminds me of the ocean.

How sweet is this? Cobwebs Shawl by LasLopezLas.
Love.

I know where to put this...Shhh don't tell Yed.
SurfaceFlik has more here.

Old faithful never fails. Frye rocks. Period.

Chalcedony Wisteria Goddess

I love this shot of Deanna in our Chalcedony
Goddess Necklace!

Deanna owns Ginger Salon, next door to us at Splurge.
Have I mentioned how much I love Turquoise?
Gorgeous!

Meow.

Jewels for the Home

Bubble Chandelier by Jean Pelle

Intricate paper clip chandelier by Gary Ponzo.
photo: Rebellion

Beautiful ship crystal chandelier
at Z Gallerie.

SUN

I have a feeling that our summer days are ending soon here in Portland. It's going to be 90 degrees tomorrow;)

Enjoy the sun this weekend!

photo by i b u

Zippers in Your Jewels?

I love this zipper necklace by Silvia's Think.
She also makes bracelets and earrings
and bows. Check out this
Italian Designer here.
I love her work.

My Wall

I found this picture of my wall in high school.
The whole flipin' thing was filled with Guess ads!
Can you remember what your room
looked like in high school?

Vandalized Vintage

This cute cup says it all.
By Trixie Delicious in New Zealand.
Check out their other work. Racy! I love it.

Vintage YedOmi

While in Texas, I looked through all our archives

of jewels and saw this piece. Amethyst & citrine
Valencia Necklace. I need to make her again.

We're happy to be back in Portland &
back to work!

Thank you Leah for helping us out yesterday!

Sweet Surprise

Yed decided to show up in Texas and surprise us!
Usually I can sense these things (well, I kinda did;))
I give him kudos for almost having me completely fooled.
If I give him too much kudos, he will think he's invincible!
Love you baby!

New Mexico Notes

We just came back from Ruidoso, New Mexico and had a blast. This pretty deer kept spying on us the whole time. It was cute. I bet it sleeps in my parent's cabin when they are gone (with it's lil' guys too). All the apples and wild mint attract these cuties. It's lashes were super long. Kinda like my friend Erin's.

Ok, back on task...

• Portland like climate this weekend.
• Liquor at grocery/convenient stores. Real liquor. Seriously.
• Trees
• Spying deer
• Calm fresh air
• Howling wolves
• Gorgeous & unusual wood furniture shops
  

picture by Allen Maestas

Texas Notes

Notes so far:
It's not too hot here today. Really.
Everything is bigger.
I love the southwest landscapes & colors.
Alot of family!
No Stumptown coffee. It's ok. I brought it with me.
Turquoise!
I've been inspired & sketched out my hair accessories.
Mosquitos.
Sunsets are amazing!
Early mornings and evenings are romantic and inspiring.
Classic cars (I fell in love with a 59' FORD truck).
I keep hearing the word "Oregonian."

Pic by Martin LaBar

Texas

I'm headed home to see my family including my
little brother (above) and his sweet family.
Check out that 70's shag rug!
The perfect prop.
It's green too;)
Love it.

Use, Reuse, Recycle

Check out this lovely necklace by Pale Pink.
It's made of bicycle inner tubes.
Brilliant!
Beautiful.

Enjoy your weekend!

Mom's Style

I don't think she ever told me that my skirts are too short.
I would have dug this treasure up for my momma to see.
Sexy mini!
Check out the decor. Love!
I wonder who's letters those are from. Mom?
I need to find more pics;)

Jewels of the Day - No Fuss

These gals are no fuss 2 in. multi gem hammered hoops.
That's it.

I'm working on taxes. Receipts are everywhere...
End of summer preschool party is today too.
Yikes!
We have an appointment in Hood River
and a bride app. in Portland.

Coffee.

Last Thursday is tonight on
Alberta. I gotta check out my peeps Kim & Kjell (PLYWERK)
set up by a cool photo booth?

Keep Calm & Carry On.
I feel a bit better.

Jewels of the Day

I am wearing: Coral & Blue Chalcedony
Spanish Wrap Hoops.
Circle of Life with Caviar Necklace.

I'm holding on to summer by a thread.
It stays with me in my jewels.

Scanned this morning.

Olive Tree Necklaces

What we are up to...
I made these necklaces 2 years ago and will have
them again in stock. The mini packs a punch and
the momma is striking.

Photoshop Awards

Honorable Mention

1st Runner Up

Winner!!!
Congratulations Van Cleef & Arpels.
She looks like she's from another world. Amazing!
Well Done!

Turquoise Obsession

I love the turquoise surprise in this pottery.

One Clay Bead is the artist, and this piece has just
enough color to satisfy my craving. Love it!

By the way, I do have a turquoise dress on today and maybe
some turquoise sandals too... I need help.
Helpings of more turquoise!
I'm sic.

Jewels at Silverado

New Gems at Silverado on NW 23rd!


















Sprinkles of Garnets, Chalcedony & Labradorite round out this collection.











I like the word sprinkle.
It makes me smile.

Not Your Average Tune.

I took Micah to his first movie the other day
and love this animation from Hayao
Miyazaki. It's adorable and the
animation is beautiful.

It was a sweet escape;)

Work in Progress

I have 3 custom orders almost done(sketches) and am halfway done with my current wedding orders.

Yay!

Checkout ShowPony (Seattle) and Main Street Shop (Virginia Beach) for fresh new jewelry.

Enjoy your weekend!

Relish what's left of summer.

Sting

While working so hard gardening yesterday, Micah got stung by a bee. The scream I heard made my toes curl. Poor guy. Love the little critters. I guess he looked like a great big flower.

It's that head of his.

Check out this wet bee!
Love the hair. Looks
like my dog after
a bath.

Awesome photos by dalantech

Mom

Happy Birthday Mom!

photo by nikilynn

Wedding Toppers

I love these wedding toppers by Sarah Neuburger.
Lovely.

Wedding: Lamp Centerpieces

My little studio has been invaded!

Leah & I poured some bubbly and got to work. Thank you Leah!

Micah worked on his bowling skills... and glue skills. Who knew you could glue a computer speaker to your homemade card?

photos by Leah

Paper Flowers

We are feverishly working on this wedding (Friday) and am making the centerpieces for the reception. The blooms are made with paper. I've been researching the net on paper blooms and love this simple rose.

It's purdy.

Photos by dozidesign.

Feather Fetish...

Feather, originally uploaded by Chesil.

Feather Fetish

Tail Feathers, originally uploaded by LaVeta Jude.
I talked to a friend about adding feathers to our hair clips/pins. I did it and love them!!!!! Gems, silk & feathers to adorn the do'? Yes please. They are currently available at Splurge. I will post pics ASAP.