Tip of the day, week, month or whenever I get around to putting up a new one........
A great way to keep your jewelry from tarnishing is available on QVC.com. They have a lot of different organizers to store your jewelry but my favorite is the PreZerve fashion jewelry organizer. One of my very good friends bought me one of these last year and I love it! It has about 30 compartments and has a special material that keeps your sterling silver from tarnishing.
My mom has a great way of storing her bracelets and necklaces. She put a cork board up on her bedroom wall and hangs her jewelry on that with tacks. Everything hangs nice with out getting tangeled and it's easy to choose what to wear because it's all right there! Another great storage device for bracelets is a coffee mug holder that stands on a table and has little poles sticking out to hang a mug on. You could probably get one cheap at the salvation army store.
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Shredfest update
I am sooo proud of my daughter! She was one of about 26 kids in her age group, and one of the least experienced, but she went out and did her best! It took alot of guts to go out there with so many people watching and that's what I'm so proud of, I could not have done that! Yeah Teagan!!
Monday, October 13, 2008
My daughter the skate boarder!
Troll Beads
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Troll bracelets
My new "Gotta have it!" is a Troll bracelet! I first heard about Troll bracelets about 2 years ago and I didn't really give them much thought, mainly because I was busy making my own jewelry. But something has happened in the last couple weeks and I'm not really sure what, but I've become obsessed with getting one! I love the idea of being able to change a bracelet to a different theme or color whenever I want. So a couple days ago I bought the silver bracelet without the clasp, because the clasp is way too expensive, and I added a lobster claw clasp to it for $3.50! Now I have to wait, which is killing me, till I have some extra funds to buy some beads! I thought some of my Bali beads with big holes would work, but they didn't. There are some great stores on Etsy that sell Troll beads for very reasonable prices and my favorite is Susan Sheehan. She even sells the silver bracelet for about $28.00 with the clasp and she has free shipping!!!
So, do you have this obsession??? What are your favorite beads and where do you get them?
Sunday, September 28, 2008
The 39 Clues
I've recently found out about this new book series for kids that I think is going to be pretty hot! It's called The 39 Clues and will be a series of 10 books, the first is by Rick Riordan and is titled The Maze of Bones. You can visit the website www.the39clues.com and learn more about finding clues, playing online games and winning prizes. The book also includes includes trading cards with codes that you register on the website . My daughter just finished the first book and really enjoyed it!
The story is about a very powerful family, the Cahills, and the source of their power is hidden around the world in the form of 39 clues. When Amy and Dan Cahills grandma dies she gives them a choice in her will, they can either have 1 million dollars or get the first clue. They take the clue and begin their adventure.....
Saturday, September 27, 2008
Sleep Apnea update
Thursday, September 25, 2008
New Fall items on Etsy
Check out my newest designs for fall. I have a set made with freshwater pearls and shell in beautiful brown sugar and honey colors. The link to my store is http://silverstonedesigns.etsy.com if you want to see more.
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Sunday, September 14, 2008
Do you snore?????
I'm only 41 and not overweight so I didn't think I'd have Sleep Apnea. But my snoring (so my husband said) was getting worse and if I didn't want to sleep on the couch I needed to do something. So I looked up snoring info on the Internet and came across Sleep Apnea. The thing that really made me think I might have it was the headaches. I'd wake up with a headache and my eyes aching so bad I couldn't stand it. I realized I had all the symptoms except high blood pressure, so I went to the doctor. I had blamed most of my symptoms on having young children and a busy life, I even had to have a nap almost everyday! The doctor ordered a sleep study, which of course I wasn't very excited about but at this point I was willing to try anything! Turns out I did have Sleep Apnea and I'll be going for another sleep study in about 10 days to find out which machine I'll need. I'll keep you posted one the machine and if I feel better with it. But my message here is if you think you might have this, talk to your doctor even if you're young and not over weight.
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
Newest edition
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
Handbags as an obsession
I love handbags, they are the perfect accessory! Of course my husband doesn't understand, he uses the same wallet for about 5 years! I could use a different handbag every week!
I found some awesome handbag designers on Etsy so I'll mention some of them in different posts.
Monday, September 1, 2008
Happy Labor Day
I'm just trying to wake up a bit before I do my "Walk away the pounds" workout. I've definatly noticed a difference in my muscle tone lately which keeps me motivated! We're going to Great Wolf Lodge next weekend and I'm thinking I'll look OK in my bathing suit.
So, I've started silver fusing and it's very exciting! It was impossible to find fine silver wire any where in my area so I bought some on eBay. I started with 18 gauge which is a little thin for what I want to do so I'm ordering some 14 gauge, but I'm sure I'll come up with something to do with the 18 gauge! For those of you that don't know, you have to use fine silver wire not just sterling silver.
I've also made some polymer clay beads this week and plan to put them in a new bracelet ASAP. Working with polymer clay has been more fun than I expected and it's very easy to be wildly creative with all the colors to choose from!
So tomorrow the squirrels go back to school and I'll have some extra time to really get going on some new designs! Not that I'm looking forward to school starting! :) What mom of two preteen girls would say that!!! ;)
Have a safe and happy holiday!
Celia
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Three sheets show
Thursday, August 28, 2008
spending time with the girls
Sunday, August 24, 2008
My two cents
I have been using them on and off for about 4 years. When I first started using them I had about 25 lbs. post baby weight to lose and I lost it in about 6 months. I looked and felt great! In the last couple years I got lazy and put back on about 15 lbs. so I'm doing it again.
The 3 mile is 45 minutes and perfect for working up a sweat, I try to do that about 4 times a week. There is also a 1 mile and 2 mile for when I want to get in some exercise but I don't have a lot of time. What I love is the moves are all easy, not like a complicated routine that you need to learn, so I can space out and think about other things while I'm doing it. Before I know it 45 minutes is up and I feel real good about getting off my butt.
This exercise program is great for pretty much anyone in any shape. I have problems with my knees so I can't do any lunge type exercises which is another reason why I love this program.
So that's my two cents.
Celia
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Calling all parents of picky eaters!!!
I love casseroles and my daughters hate them, my husband always asks "what soup did you use in dinner tonight?" :) They are meat and noodle lovers. My mom in law feeds them steak, hamburgers, lamb chops and noodles about twice a week. (no veggies) So when I try to feed them healthy I get nothing but complaints and comparisons to Grandmas cooking. So if you can help me out with some tried and true recipes of your own I'd really appreciate it! I do sneak in ground turkey and usually don't get to much flack bu I'm running out of ideas.
Thanks all!
Celia
Sunday, August 17, 2008
Agate
Agate is believed to discern truth, accept circumstances and is a powerful emotional healer. Legend says that agate improves memory and concentration, increases stamina and encourages honesty. Agate is said to be particularly beneficial to people born under the sign of Gemini as it helps them to remain calm and focused. (which I am a Gemini)
Agate is a variety of chalcedony formed from layers of quartz which usually show varicolored bands. Although agates may be found in various kinds of rock, they are classically associated with volcanic rocks. Agate can be found all over the world including: Africa, Asia, Brazil, Egypt, Germany, India, Italy, Mexico, Nepal and the USA.
Some other beautiful types of agate are Blue lace agate, Moss agate, Rosetta agate, Madagascar agate, Montana agate and Dry head agate to name a few.
I love diamonds as much as the next girl but taking away the value of diamonds I'd take an agate any day for the beauty of it. I hope you found this little blurb interesting and come back again for more facts on other stones.
sources of information for this blog: Bernardine.com and wikipedia.org
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
New Items I'm Listing Today.....
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
The beginning
The photos show a very small sampling of the materials that I'm thinking about using. I prefer to make bracelets because I personally prefer to wear bracelets but also because they use less materials so I can make more with what I have.
I just bought a bunch of copper materials and I really think I'll make a necklace and bracelet, maybe even some earrings. I have some light colored stones that I think would go very nice with the copper to give it some contrasts in color.
I'm still planning on trying out the polymer clay this week..........but laundry takes precedence. :(
Sunday, August 10, 2008
Art Clay
Saturday, August 9, 2008
hello Celia
Monday, August 4, 2008
random thoughts
I went to a home jewelry show a few years ago and loved the stuff and bought some. The one necklace that I REALLY wanted was too expensive so I passed on it. Well, of course I had to obsess about it so I called the local bead store, which I'd never given any thoght to, and yes they carried semi-precious gemstones! OH NO! My addiction began............
Three years later I have more jewelry than I will ever be able to wear (well maybe I could try:) so I think I'll try selling it on eBay. Didn't work. Then I stumble across ETSY by way of Cathy Daileys (see side bar) website. She has gorgeous jewelry that is sooo my style. So I decide to try ETSY, which I think is a great place that not enough people know about. I love being able to help people try to do what they love and possibly make enough to keep doing it. If you haven't ever been to ETSY check it out, they have so many different items. There is a link to ETSY and my site on the top of this page.
So I ponder what to make next.....what is it that other people would love to have??? Maybe I'm in a rut, designing what appeals to me. But that is what I love to make so I guess I will have to just wait for the right people to come along that have the same taste as I do.......
widgets
Have a good day!!!!
Celia
Sunday, August 3, 2008
iPod touch
bracelets
I'm back
I realized on vacation that I'm spending to much time away from my kids with other distractions and before I know it I'll be wishing they had time for me.
My oldest is one year away from MIDDLE school and that freaks me out! I asked her to flunk a few years :) that probably won't keep her from growing up though.....
So until they back in school I need to limit my time here and with my other projects.
Later...............
Sunday, July 27, 2008
Going on vacation
Those of you many people that are reading this (LOL) that don't live in Michigan may not know about "up north". Since the top half of Michigan is pretty much small towns and wilderness, alot of us take our vacations up north as we call it. Theres tons of lakes and rivers, so we'll be canoeing and swimming most of the time and relaxing of course.
I'll have to take my beading supplies too in case it rains one day, you must be prepared! I'm hoping to stop in Frankenmuth on the way up north because they have an awesome bead store there.
Later...............
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
My new bracelet
I'm not sure what the stone is but I love it!
Monday, July 21, 2008
What's your opinion?
Don't ever start making jewelry if you haven't already because it easily becomes an obsession! I get an idea in my head of some beads or stones that I want to use and can't get it out of my head until it's complete. And forget about going to a bead store and not spending a bundle!!!! There's always some little bead that catches your eye that you just gotta have!
I have so much silver and stones that I need to make something with and until then I'm trying not to buy more supplies.
Hey, if anyone does happen to stop by my little ol blog could you give my your opinion on the pieces of jewelry on my slid show????
Sunday, July 20, 2008
next project
I picked up this beautiful stone shaped like a very narrow diamond in a creamy orange color. It's about 2 1/2 inches so I'll use it as a pendant for a necklace, I just need to put it with some other pieces to see what I like the best.
I really want to make something with the oxidized copper that I pick up also. Maybe a nice pair of earrings.
I'm a bit distracted right now listening to my sisters Chihuahua and my Golden play together so I'm done posting for now.........later.
Saturday, July 19, 2008
Etsy
How many times have you needed to get a gift for someone and thought you'd really like to get something unique and special?? Only to resort to a gift card or something you need to give the gift receipt for. Who wouldn't want something handmade???? Don't get me wrong I love getting gift cards once in a while but for someone to put thought into my gift and get me something that fits my tastes and personality and that some real person made, that would be "priceless"!
finding time
Trying to figure out blogging and getting my etsy site up and out there has been taking some time but I think I'm starting to get the hang of it!!!???
If anyone happens to read any of this please feel free to give me some advice on blogging. I don't even know how people find my blog and get to it besides if I tell them about it.........