This Weeks Favorite

I just love these Opaline beads on this piece, and all the vintage medals how could this not be

a favorite.

Christmas Show 2009

Georgia and I have been working very hard for the show. This is Saltwater
Studios' 8th show, put on by the Jr.League at the Orange County Fair Grounds.
This was are first day and we were so busy, no chance to sit down.
Karen Eileen has joined us in the show with her wonderful baby line and
some other great items for Christmas.
The show will run 11-13-09 to 11-15-09.
Please come by and say hi, the show has a lot of great gift items.
Her are just a couple of photos I was able to take, then we got so busy I had to

put the camera down to help all of are wonderful customers who were shopping .

Newly Listed and Loving It

I love all the layers and all the textures in this piece.

House Party at Salt Water Design

We had such fun creating a Christmas House and Halloween House. Here are some of the finished
houses.

It all stated with a basic kit and your just built up from there.

Shhhhhhhh! My Garden Thinks It's Spring

How beautiful is this huge scatter garden outside my bedroom window

NEW Listing New Favorite

Loving this new piece it's just gotta be my favorite....... of the day at least.

New Products In The Shop

Here are a few new products in Saltwater Studio along with of course jewelry.

This Weeks Favorite

Loving the vintage chain on this necklace with the wonderful lace filigree on top of the disk.

So pretty on,  the vintage rhinestone button on the focal is just stunning.

Getting Ready For Glitterfest Fall Presented by Whimzy

We have been very busy at Saltwater Studio putting together are wonderful treats and treasures

for this upcoming Fall Glitterfest Sat. Oct. 10th
Location:  Santa Ana Elks Lodge
                 212 S. Elk Lane
                  Santa Ana
If you are in the area please come by and say hello.
Looking forward to seeing everyone.

1920's Egyptian Revival Bracelet

Love the brass bead with the inlayed coral and turquoise

                                    
                                           Look at the face of the Egyptian goddess....the detail is
                                           amazing.

Favorite Of The Week

Cupid Necklace

A Night Of Adventure

MOTAL - Museum of Teaching and Learning

had a fundraising Event on August 30, 2009 and I was lucky enough to have been invited

along with my son's held at Cal State Fullerton University.

What a wonderful evening, jazz music by Elnora and Sumpthin Cookin
Mark Reiner who is keeping the Film Festival Organization alive and thriving. Came out for Colorado
and brought some wonderful films for us to watch.

Here are some of Jonny Copps' photographs and journerls on display.

We all got to watch Alpinist Jonny Copp explore the long process of making alpine climbing trips a reality-
from the inspiration, throught the training, the partnership and the risk, to the elusive summit - via footage from recent climbs in the Himalayas,Patagonia, Kashmir and other alpine locales.
Longways- 12 min. flim directed by and featured Jonny Copp was shown.

Flying Over Everest -60 min.
by Fabio Toncelli

Flying Over Everest follow the antics and adventures of Angelo D'Arrigo and his efforts to fly a hand glider
over the summit of Mt. Everest. The true story of not only the flight, but also two Himalayan Eagles he raised to fly with him over Mt. Everest.
I can not tell you how much inspiration these films give you, and the passion that each and every person
pours into their dreams and goals to make them a reality.
We left feeling renewed challenged and alive.

Just Arrived From France And I'm Loving It!

The base is carved out of one block of wood, you can see

the carpenters tools craved at the base as well.

The leaves and flowers are finely craved with great detail.
This just arrived from France
I just could not be happier!

This Has To Be One Of My All Time Favorites

This looks sooooo beautiful if you click and see it enlarged!

Antique Celluloid Box Grecian Lady with Dog & Putti

CELEBRATING THE BEAUTIFUL LIFE OF JONATHAN COPP

The Large drum was a gift from my son, the smaller drums
Jonny made to earn his degree in geology from University
Of Colorado at Boulder.

Jonathan's Flute Solo

There were several rooms at the Muckenthaler that had been created

to display his writing,photos, and letters, poems and his personal journals

Jonathan's' Memorial Service Was Held here in California at the Muckenthaler, they had two

more at Colorado one Private and one for the media, my sons were able to attend all three.

It was a 6 hour celebration and I have never seen or experienced anything like it.

Jonathan "Jonny" was born into a life of adventure on March 28, 1974 in Singapore.

In June he was tragically killed by an avalanche while attempting a new route on Mount Edgar

in Sichuaun Province, China.

for the first few years of his life. Jonathan saw the world from the back seat of a pop-up camper as the family took their time traveling westward from Thailand to California.

Jonny founded the internationally-acclaimed Adventure Film Festival in Boulder, CO to provide a platform where adventure filmmaker could share their work.

Jonathan dedicated his life to his loves: his family, his friends, and the mountain peaks forever on the horizon, waiting to be explored. He was the embodiment of the Golden Rule and was larger than life legend that will be deeply missed. Johnthan is survived by his parents, Phyllis

and John Copp and his sister,Aimee.

Jonny lived his dream and is teaching us how to live ours.

Thank you for sharing your gift with us and your motto you set at 16 years old.

Be Kind To Everyone.

Make a stranger a Friend.

Live in the moment and stay in the moment.

You are already missed so much, goodbye our sweet friend.

A Quote To Remember

Love Is All Around You
All You Have To Do Is Look
Around


This quote was written by my son
Paul age 12.

Our New Meets Old Products

It's so much fun to double click and really get a birds eye view!

New Products At Saltwater Studio

Here is just a little sample of what is new at Saltwater Studio and there is more to come.

Stay Tuned

Favorite Necklaces Of The Week

Some Of This Weeks Favorites

Treasure Tray

Saltwater Studio Vintage Findings Sale

We are back from the L.A. Gift show and the dust has settled. Now for some fun! Georgia and I have gathered our private stash of vintage one of a kind treasures and are having a preview on Wednesday July 29 in the store hope to see you then.

Time: 12:00 to 6:00 ( or last one to leave)

Where: Saltwater Studio

Location: 122 N. Harbor

Fullerton,CA

Phone: (714) 992-0537

We look forward to seeing you then!

Newly Listed Jewelry

Returned From Los Angeles Gift Show

We are back and so full of energy. We have hit the ground running, so many fabulous people
made our show a wonderful event.
Lots of orders to fill and follow ups, just seems like the day is not long enough.
Working on a lot of new pieces, hoping to list a few new ones each day.
Stay tuned!

L.A. Trade Show Sneek PeeK

Here are a few pictures of some of our products and displays.

Off To The L.A. Trade Show

Saltwater Studio is taking the show on the road!
Georgia and I will be at the L.A. Trade Show, we will set up today.
It runs from July 17th to July 20th.
I will try and post some photos when I get a chance.
Looking forward to seeing a lot of my friends! Hope you can get a chance to stop by!
We will be in the vintage section with lots of wonderful jewelry, mirrors, crosses, vintage
brass doll bead, oh I could go on and on! I think I will just have to take pictures and you
can see for yourself.

Saltwater Studios Shell Party

All the tables were set up with buckets with all your
supplies and a special gift. I received a floral basket
brooch.


Here is a tray full of vintage shell art Judy has in her
personal collection.

The collection ranges from the Victorian period to the 30's and 40's.

I have a new respect for the art of shelling. The colors shapes sizes it is truly amazing

how Judy is able to create a master piece from all natural shells.

Judy Mackey taught the class and educated us all on the history of collecting shells and the art

shell designing.

We all made a wonderful floral brooch, just to give us a feel of what is invoved is using all the

different styles of shells.

New Finished Necklaces

A few pieces from my new collection, I have not listed these yet.

A Passion For Fashion

I just can't get enough of vintage jewelry and all the wonderful componets that are still out

there to be found, when you find the perfect little object you have been looking for you

feel as though you have struck gold!

A Few Of My Favorites Things

John Copp 1974-2009

My son's life long friend has been confirmed dead in an avalanche in China.
Our hearts go out to the family and everyone Jonny has touched.
He has accomplished so much in 35 years, we are all so proud to know
Jonny. We will pray for peace
for all the loved ones he left behind. He has left an imprint on our hearts
and souls, we will always be grateful to Jonny for sharing his gift of freedom, living
your dream and unconditional love.

So much sorrow for us, I pray that his film festivals will continue
so that his legacy will live on.

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New Sneak Peek at Regal Series

Just a sneak peek at a few new items for the Regal Line.


I am listing more later, just wanted to share a little preview


with you first. My computer right now is not corporerating with
letting down load my pictures.
You can take a look at http://www.wendyhumphreys.etsy.com
to see the new line.
I will be listing more each day.

Mothers Day Love Letter

I just received the most beautiful Mothers Day Gift from my oldest son.

I just had to share this with all the Mothers out there who I know can

appreciate the love of your child.

Hello Mom,

I'm taking this time out to tell you how much you are appreciated.

Unlike college where your work is summarized at the end of the

semester with a letter grade to tell you how you did, or in a work place

setting where an increase in pay or better position informs you how your doing. This letter will serve the purpose of the following examples.

In a review of your job as Mother you have exceeded your duties and have created a great and higher standard that has been unmatched by all Mothers to date. You have set the standard of the definition of a Mother. Your abilities of being a Mother come from a divine innate source which

should be a template for all Mother to follow. You have mastered your position as Mother and yet still find ways of mastering what you have mastered. Your strength grow deep each day like a giant redwood, year

after year becoming a pillar of strength for others to model and admire.

I would like to give your infinite thank yous for being your son and for being such a powerful role model in world that has so few.

Your Son,

Just when you think being a Mother is a thank less job.

Happy Mother's Day to all the hard working Mothers!

Esty Treasury Gallery

The Treasury Is Called Pirates Destiny

This has got to be a record, at least for me, this is the forth week in row


one of my pieces was chosen for the etsy Treasury.
http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=55972

This treasury has featured my Shield Bracelet, the treasury is just


Regal, take a peek if you get a chance.

I'M Thinking Mothers Day

1. 
   This is sooooo beautiful the three cameos with the vintage glass
   
   beads. On the back of the brass art nouveau finding it's engraved
   
   with MOTHER.....how perfect is that?
   

Second Week and Another Treasury

I made it into another treasury for the second week. This time it was

a button from my supply shop. http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=54416

Esty Treasury Gallery

This is the one she selected,art nouveau,celluloid, and large aqua marine.

I was just notified I was included in a treasury, which is a hand picked
art gallery and is quite an honor to be chosen by the curator.
Doesn't happen a lot but when it does it really is a great feeling.
http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=53054

Feeling Regal?

Here is your regal statement necklace you can pair up with jeans or dress

it up. French Fleur De Li's enamel shield in the focal and the Knight

chess pieces is just to perfect paired with a crown and wire wrapped

emerald gemstone.

Vintage Brass Key Celluloid Charm Necklace

http:// wendyhumphreys.etsy.com

I just love this old key and then to pair it with this gorgeous black and

cream celluloid rhinestone button....I think it makes quite a statement!

Arm Candy Bracelet (SOLD)

This bracelet is sooooo regal on the wrist. You will without hesitation feel

like royalty wearing this bracelet.

Sorry I'm Sold Looks like someone had a sweet tooth:)

Brother Love

My youngest son and oldest son just getting ready for a rock climbing

adventure. How wonderful it is to see your children love and care so

much for each other. I just could not be prouder as a Mother to watch

the love grow and the memories that follow. I feel truly blessed.

Mother Mary Sacred Heart Necklace(SOLD)

I love the vintage metal and the color of the vintage rosary on this

necklace. This has to be my weeks favorite!

Waltham Watch Vials

What a wonderful find this weekend. This is a wooden cabinet full with small watch vials with cork tops from the Waltman Watch Co.

I will be listing the vials for sale on my lostbutnowfound supply site.

Living Life In Full Color

I have such a thing for color right now, I just can't get enough of spring

colors, Is it just me? I wanted to share with you some of my new findings

in some fun new colors I have created.

Lady Bird Necklace

Just feels like spring with this necklace, thought I would share some

California Sunshine just in time for Spring.

Charmed Mood

I have been in a very charmed mood lately, I have created a charmed

necklace and thought I was over it, but no I had to keep going and made

a charmed bracelet. They are just so much fun to me to make, a girl

just can't help herself!

Time to Take In the Sights

Have I become so jaded that I don't appreciate the beauty that surrounds


me?


Well I woke up yesterday and there were two ducks in the pool (they come


every year) the dog doesn't even scare them away. They think this is there

home too. I pass by the large bougainvillea and there is a scattering of

little yellow breasted finches in a bit of a panic, that's when I realized

a huge hawk was sitting on top of the fence and making them very nervous.

The best part of my stroll around the property was on the side yard was this

gorgeous white crane.

Then I'm thinking has all this beauty been there or did I finally wake up

and appreciate the beauty that surrounds me.

Crowning Glory Necklace

Sharing an Image from My Wonderful Gifted Friends From ZNE Gifted Me

This image was given to me and I knew immediately how I was going to

use it. I have these wonderful praying hand charms and want to show how

special they are, this picture is a perfect match.

Thank you to all my angels at ZnE for your generosity and thoughtfulness.

Love,Hope,Pray Necklace

Just In Time For Valentines

Faceted ruby jade sets off the wonderful brass heart with three birds

in flight. Cherry quarts heart just for an extra splash of color.

I'm Flying Off To My New Home!

How sweet is this? Come Fly Away With Me Necklace

Included In an Etsy Treasury

Just was notified that I was included in an Esty Treasure Gallery.
It is always so much fun to have someone choose your work for
their treasury.http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=35805

You Are Treasured Necklace

I love all the componets on this necklace who wouldn't feel she was a

treasure wearing this regal necklace?

Silver Bracelet with Topaz Checkerboard Faceted Gemstone

This bracelet is stamped Rogers Original it has been hand forged by

me and has the most amazing checkerboard faceted round topaz,

tourmaline,amethyst, fluorite and peridot gemstones wire wrapped

with sterling silver wire at the end of the topaz.

Bent Out Of Shape Line.

Bent Out Of Shape Series

This is one of the pieces for my Bent Out Of Shape Line.
Hand forged silver spoon handles create the base of the bracelet

that gently curves around your wrist.

The large center stone is a beautiful faceted blue topaz and the pretty

fresh water pearls are accompanied by soft pink and raspberry colored

tourmaline's wire wrapped with sterling silver wire.

Exotic Bird Steampunk Bracelet

Vintage hardware, bolts with a carat of rhodonite faceted garnets

set in rustic bolts for a total of 2 carats total weight.

Favorite Of The Week

Swimming with the Dolphins

You just gotta Love It!

DreamStone Bead Company

Mel and Nat the owners of DreamStone.
My friend Janis and I spent the entire day Friday with the girls we had
so much fun, laughing,creating and eating of course!
This is DreamStones first year in business, I could not be any prouder
of the girls!
DreamStone Bead Company
11460 Kenyon Ste. #106
Rancho Cucamonga,Ca 91701
www.dreamstonebeads.com



My Personal Favorite the Gemstone Wall

Faceted Glass Beads Love all the colors

Glass Bead Display

Samples of some upcoming classes..

And Here It Is This Weeks Favorite

Vintage religious metals and rosary beads make for the beautiful

bracelet. Apporprately named Full Of Grace.

Feature On Blog Today

I have been featured on http://suchcoolstuff.blogspot.com
today and they have featured the pearl necklace.
How fun is that?

The Girl Loves Pearls

This is simple elegance at it's best! I love the rich creamy vintage pearls

three strands that just drape around your neck and the wonder focal

vintage filigree with the softest shades of pale pink and blue tiny pearls

that make up little flowers in the pendant.

Favorite Of The Week

Whisper Sweet Angle

Christmas Company 2008

Here is a look at one of my new pieces of jewelry and the winter wonderland!

Hope you enjoy your stroll.

You still have Sunday to shop Nov. 16 10.a.m. to - 7.p.m.
Don't forget you can always stop in at the shop,and say hello!
Saltwater Designs
122 N. Harbor
Fullerton, CA

A Holiday to Remember

Pure Magic! It just looks like... well do I dare say it? Christmas!
I love these crystal magnets, they make a wonderful gift and the price point
is just right.

Christmas Company 2008

This is a look at some of the items offered and of course you can see some of my
jewelry.

The Christmas Company 2008

A Holiday To Remember November 13 - 16
This is the 33rd annual Christmas Companys' Fundraising Event with over 120
exhibitors and vendors, you can see hostess gifts, clothing, jewelry (my personal
favorite of course) home decor items, beautiful baby items and so much more.
The event is held at the Orange County Fair Grounds.
You still have one more day to shop, Sunday from 10 a.m - 7 p.m
I was fortunate enough to help participate in this wonderful event by Gerogia Hecht
and Kim Kosta of Saltwater Designs. This is Saltwater Designs 8th year with The
Christmas Company and I think this is their best set up and display, I really do feel
it was one of the best booths there.
They have just out done themselves and the hard work has paid off.

Mother and Child Locket

I just can't resist a picture of a Mother and Child.

This Weeks Favorite

Yes I do believe we have a winner!
I love the soft pastel colors and the vintage rhinestones that form a Halo!

Favorite Of The Week

I have always been crazy for copper but this takes loven copper to a whole new
level!

New Work New Show!

Favorite Of The Week

It's Crystal Clear Necklace
this weeks favorite, Large faceted rock crystal gemstone
with a perfect single flower just to the side almost as if
it were a brooch. I would love to see this with a cashmere turtle neck
sweater or just a simple black dress.

Some Romatic Evening

I would wear these earrings they just look so romatic, now just need a place to go!

Who Trapped Who?

This beautiful intaglio makes you wonder who trapped who.

http://www.slide.com/r/5JbBdRx63T_3XOkf0CYkPPgoIPtI0M8H?previous_view=mscd_embedded_url&view=original

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Supplies On Etsy Now Open

I just opened my second shop on etsy. I will be featuring faceted gemstones,
vintage beads, brass finding,relics and one of a kind focal pieces.
Please stop by and visit when you get a chance. http://www.lostbutnowfound.etsy.com

These Earrings Are Red Hot!

Pick of the Week!
The wonderfull color in these glass cabochons with the brass findings
makes for a very pretty frame to light up your face!

Etsy Treasury

I was just notified I am in the Etsy Treasury, It really is a beautiful list of
wonderful artists and the theme, well it just doesn't get much better than this
my friends! Marie Antionette!!http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=14137283
This is one of my favorites by Meluseena her work is just amazing! Her site is on
www.Meluseena.etsy.com

My Hearts A Flutter

Such a wonderful piece, I took this one for a test run today I layered it with
a copper and pearl necklace and I must say I received a lot of compliments.
So I'm going to say It's The Favorite Of The Week!

Still Waters Run Deep Bracelet

I just wanted to share my newest bracelet/cuff I have had the pieces for
a while and they finally found thier place. I love all the textures and how
the gemstones work together.

This Weeks Favorite

I just adore the vintage perfume bottle it still has the original screw cap on
it. A beautiful French woman is an advertisement for a perfume company, I just
love how well the colors work together.

Cross My Heart Bracelet

Well looks like we have a double header this week I just couldn't wait to
post this new bracelet. It looks like a Cathedral window and the religious relics
are vintage and beautiful.

Favorite Of The Week

Lucky Dragon

Find of the Week

I love this wall plaque of Mother Mary and the Sacred Heart.
It is from the 1940s, the condition is really great. I love how soft and pretty
the colors are.

The Power of Words

Words have the power to both heal and distroy. When words are both true and kind
they can change the world.
~Buddha~

Slide Show

Mini Esty

Vintage Filigree and buttons for Sale

Mel and Nat Hard at Work

Here are some pictures of Mels' shop along with the trunk show products. You can purchase fun stuff like these vintage buttons and findings at Gilding the Lily vintage in Fullerton, CA. Their store is located at 305 N. Harbor Blvd. in the Villa del Sol. Awesome stuff for creative gals like us!

Trunk Show

Janis Lodgson and I helped Nancy Jamar with her trunk show this last weekend.
It was held at Mel Mauks' Dream Stone bead store in Rancho Cucamonga. It was a three day show and lots of fun.

Living Doll House

Kim Kostkas house was on the Fullerton,Ca home tour. It was chosen to be in the
Romatic Homes Magazine. This weekend Kim who is Georgia Hechts' partner at Salt
Water Design, had an open house. She opened up her home and it was like stepping
into a real life doll house. Everywhere you look you would see something new.
Wonderful collections, things from the past, small treasure tucked in a corner.
Kim has a fabulous eye on where something should be placed and what it should
be paired with. Kims' house is a true treasure in Fullerton.
Kim also will come out to your house and rearrange your existing furnishings
and create a space for you without having to completely go out and buy
all new items, she works with what you have and turns your house into a show
place.
Kim has the magic touch!

New Week New Favorite

I can not believe how fast the week went by!
My favorite for the week is just a simple pair of
earrings. Fun for everyday and blue jeans.
the vintage cabs remind me of blue Dursy Quartz, I love the color
I guess that's why they made the cut for favorite of the week!

Wall Of Chain

This is a shoot taken in Nancy Jamars' Gilding the Lily Store. How amazing are
all the vintage chains? Such a wide selection> How does a girl choose or do
you just take one of each?

Roses that Keep On Blooming

I'm just amazed on how much the roses are blooming this year. This picture is just
one steam that has thirteen roses in bloom and the rest of the rose bush is the same it is just covered in roses. I love the color when they first bloom they are a dark
pink to a light red, after they are in full bloom they change to a soft light blush
and almost white.

It's like two rose bushes in one it is quite a show!

This Weeks Favorite(s)

I figured it is so late in the week I choose two favorites, they look so well together but of course they are separate necklaces.

Favorite Of The Week

Well looks like we have a new favorite of the week! I love how this looks
so old world, a treasure from long ago. The beautiful filigree with the dark
deep purple enamel. The wonderful old coins makes this one a true treasure.

How Regal is This Guy?

This is my Italian Greyhound, he is a rescue and is quite a handful.
I know he looks very regal and proper, his name is Handsome what else
could it possibly be. He is my third greyhound rescue, I rescued a X racer
a large greyhound and she was soooo mellow. Handsome couldn't be more opposite.
When you look like this I guess you can do whatever you want!
He choose WILD!

Friendship

If we could build a sure foundation in
friendship we must love friends for
their sake rather than our own
Charlotte Bronte

Butterflies are Free

My favorite piece of the week! Look at the beautiful butterfly wing in the locket.
The background is a butterfly wing. I was lucky to come across this one quite by
accident really, a woman wanted to sell the necklace and I thought the colors were
pretty and I bought it. Little did I know the iridescent background was a butterfly
wing. It is sterling silver and is signed Pat. Aug. 1924.
I ask you does it get much better than this..... I think not!
The butterfly bowl was my first choice, I was so crazy for the colors and the
patina with the slight crackle from age I knew that bowl was coming home with me.
Just when I thought it couldn't get any better, she busts out the necklace too!
What's a girl to do?

My Three Sons

Well people I couldn't be prouder to have all my sons together, and to get them
in a picture a mother's dream!
My oldest just earned his Bachelor Degree a few months ago.
I don't want to take away our new Graduates mile stone.
They are all just so dear.

Victorian Locket Class

I will be teaching the Victorian Keepsake Locket Class this Sat. 6-21-08
The class will start at 10:30 in Gilding The Lily's shop in the beautiful
Villa Del Sol location. You can click to the right and sign up with Nancy
at Gilding the Lily. We will have lots of fun and will be making new friends,memories and a wonderful keepsake.v

Great Find!

I have had the pleasure of working one on one with a friend who has been in charge of
helping sell an estate. This is one of the treasures that I had the privilege
of selecting. This is one of the finest rosaries I have seen. Beautiful blue
cut glass beads are cut into a faceted large teardrop, the cross is silver and
has Italy stamped on the back. I love the center metal, at first I thought it was
just a beautiful floral with the enamel dot in the center of the flower, but
it is a real metal with Jesus on the front a religious stamp on the back.
Such a beautiful piece I'm just loving it!

Home Accessories

Just a few items that were for sale for you home enjoyment.

Here is the Woman who makes it all happen!

Sabrina shows me a few samples of her new line of T-Shirts.
My favorite is the one with the wings printed on the back. You can't see
it in the picture but it is really cool! Well maybe you get the idea it
is peeking out a little in the background.

Beautiful Artwork

Just a couple of samples of the artwork I found walking around. How beautiful is this woman?

Beautiful Silk Sari Skirts

Here are just a few patterns of the silk sari fabrics I was talking about.

Stray Cats

I also love the sense of community at the market, the local business owners
have their merchandise for sale. I just want to be clear it's not a flee market
or swap meet it is on a much higher scale. Beautiful feathers from Stray Cats
Gilding Lily had wonderful hats, Linda Hayward had a great variety of vintage
french baskets, and bird cages, Monica from Elizabeth Designs had her jewelry
displayed, and then there was one merchant who had vintage sari fabric made in
to wrap around skirts, you can wear them 100 different ways. The are beautiful.
They also give back to India and build water wells with some of the proceeds,
so far 3 wells have been built and are up and running.

Mercantile Update

Sabrina owner of Carpe Diem has put together the most wonderful Market Place.
It has an old world feel, great vendors showing the wonderful vintage wares.
The mix is just perfect I could have spent money with each person,thier was
art work, vintage items, jewelry, home accessories and so much more. Here is a
seek peek at just a few. The Mercantile comes around once a month, the first
Saturday of each month and it is growing. I can't wait to see what next month
brings!

The Graduate!

Monumental Moments

I can not tell how proud and happy I feel right know. My son who is now 18 is
graduating from High School! I know as parents that's what your children are
supposed to do. After my son's injury, I didn't know if he would be able to walk
or talk. He has been in special education with our school district since he was
3 years old. With all their wonderful support and services 15 years later we have
come to a milestone beyond my comprehension. Tomorrow is his last day in High School!
He will walk with cap and gown with all the other Seniors. I'm so thankful for
all the people who were involved in his journey through school. They are truly
the unsung heroes.

It's The Small Things

Well I must say I'm a little more than tired today. I took my son to Palm Desert,CA
to a wonderful Doctor. It is about a two hour drive from our home. The appointment
was 7 hours long. I have to tell you not only is he a wonderful Doctor, he knows
how to make a good cup of coffee. When we first arrived he offered to make me a cup of coffee. That was the best cup of coffee I have had in a long time.
He told me his friend gets the beans from Costa Rica, dries them and roasts the beans
in his backyard. That cup or cups of coffee totally made my day! That was so special
to me. With that flavor and blend he could give Starbucks a run for their money.

Bring a Friend to Carpe Diem

Share this day with a friend lots of places to see in our downtown and great
place to lunch all with in walking distance. Just put in park and your good to
go!
The address for The Mercantile is
115 S. Harbor Blvd.
Fullerton,CA 92835

Heads Up! Hot Tip of the week!

This Saturday is the once a month Mercantile Market with Sabrina Contreras as
our wonderful host. If you are in the area please come by and say Hi! You
will find all sorts of different wonderful items. Vintage, jewelry, button, ribbons
findings who know what you will find you just can't live without. Stop in
the store while you are there and visit my retail space, love to have you.
It will be in the back lot behind the store front. You can wonder aroung the wonder
ful garden area and when you are through stop on by Gilding The Lily where I will
be teaching a class and say hello. Make a nice day of it!

Velvet and Rust Bracelet

I will be teaching a class on how to make this beautiful bracelet at Nancy Jamar's
Gilding the Lily this Saturday.
It is very regal and romantic, it looks very Victorian.
You can see a picture posted on Nancy's blog, click to the left of your
screen under inspirations and your there!

New Favorite Of the Week

Not only is my favortie necklace of the week it my favorite for the month.
I wear it all the time. This one will be tough to part with.

California Sunshine

I'm sending all my cold weather friends some California sunshine!

I Must find A New Favorite

Well I will be hard at work making a new creation. I am happy to say three of my
This Weeks Favorites sold. So I will be hard at work putting new pieces together.
This will be a perfect time to create, with the long weekend, perfect for creating what I hope will be next weeks favorite.
Have a wonderful weekend.

Enchanted Dreams ZNE

This weeks favorite of the week necklace is the Enchanted Dreams necklace.
I adore how whismical the necklace came out. I love the color of the chalcedony
stone and the beautiful color of the prehnite stone a soft green with hints of
yellow.

New Look at My Mini Etsy

The Royal Crown Necklace

Here is my favorite necklace of the week. It it a beautiful cobalt blue with a
glass cameo. There are two necklaces to be worn together or alone. The shorter necklace
has royal blue enamel crown on some of the links throughout the chain as well a
some pearls and a glass focal bead with copper flakes inside the bead.

1920's Beautiful Bride

This woman is so beautiful. I had to make her into a key chain. It would make such
a wonderful gift for bridesmaids or to tie it on a bow of a package. It just beautiful for any occasion.

Angels on the Wall

There are two angels holding up a beautiful vine on the side yard wall.

Angels in my Garden

I adore statues in my gardens and here are a few.

Izabellas' New Picture

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Izabellas' New Picture

This is the latest from my sweet friend Izabella.
She just posted her new work today, it is always so much fun to
see what she has been working on.
I absoultly love and adore her work.

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Kaleidoscope Roses In Vintage Bird Vase

These are from my side yard and they too need to be seen. They are just so pretty
I have them arranged in a vintage bird vase and placed in my bathroom in front of
the mirror. It is very striking! I must say!

Terracotta Rose

Okay this is my third favorite terracotta rose. It is pretty nice to come in at
third place.

Roses In Bloom

I can't believe how beautiful my roses are this year. There are roses in bloom on
almost ever stem. I took a picture of my favorite color of rose the Sterling
Silver which is a soft lavender.

Fun Surprise Flee Market

I was just out running some errands and ran into this small flee market. I got some
great finds. It was so unexpected, the minute I saw what was going on I stopped as
fast as I could and pulled in. I got some wonder buttons, vintage beaded flowers
and a jar of lavender.

Flee Market Treasure

I wanted to share with you some of my personal treasures, I found at the flee
market.

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Seafoam Green Jasper and Cameo Necklace ZNE

This deserves a close up, here it goes!

Seafoam Green Jasper and Cameo Necklace ZNE

This is my new addition to my esty shop, and I'm loving it!
Look how fabulous the chain is, then it's back by soft green jasper and
the cameo is placed on top with a little peridot on her neck as if she
is wearing a necklace. This is truly a vintage treasure!

Rustic Elegance Necklace

This is my favorite piece of the week!

Rustic Elegance

This is a new design I just posted in my etsy shop. I love how rustic the beads are
and I love that they layer so well together. I am going to sell them as a pair, because I think they would be lost by each other.

French Victorian Hand Painted Case

I adore this case made of silk and hand painted beautiful scene of the birds and flowers.

AAA Quality Gemstones

I will offer quality gemstones in the store as well. They will be priced to please!
They are so much fun to use in a piece for the unexpected surprise.

Another Beautiful Sample Of What To Look Foreward To

This is so beautiful to me all the paper is vintage and the vintage cut small mirror
in the corner can hang or stand. All so calming and wonderful!

Big News ! I am Working on an On Line Store

I am pleased to announce I now I'm concentrating on an my line store. I have found
that my boys need me at home. This is the perfect solution, I will so miss going
in everyday to the shop,but my family comes first and foremost.
Stay tuned I will be launching the site real soon!

Brass Finding Filigree

Lot of old brass findings some really fun different images you can layer on
top of something wonderful.

French Victorian Tray

Sterling Silver Slide Bracelet

Sterling Silver Flower and Bird Brouch

Pictures of the shop and some new items to share

Here are a few new items I have added to the shop from an estate. Really
beautiful sterling silver slide bracelet, a beautiful shell and silver pin with
flowers and birds around the frame of the pin.

Victorian Metal Cut Button Bracelet ZNE

This turned out so pretty I thought I needed to show another picture.

Victorian Metal Cut Button Bracelet ZNE

New bracelet just listed. I fell like I have not been listing enough and need

to list more.

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New Photos of the Boutique

Here are a few new pictures of the shop, our wedding section.

Old but New Wedding Tags

Here a couple of vintage 1920 to 1930's Wedding Tags.

I have a section decticated to weddings and I just love these images,

I new right away that they had to be available for tags or place cards

for a wedding shower or on top of a wedding gift.

Queen of Hearts ZNE

This is the addition to my etsy shop. I have not added anything new in

a while. This necklace is made from Vintage Brass Heart layered with

a wonderful brass filigree and a brass crown. Wired on a chain of

vintage glass beads that are clear, with the top has silver just to give

it a little sparkle.

Sourcing

This week on Art Talk Radio I talked about sourcing. I took my own
advise and went out to poke around the flee markets. I did find some
wonderful treasures. I got lucky, a woman was closing her spot at an
antique mall and had some wonderful items. I bought a beautiful
french perfume bottle. I just adore it ! I also purchased some old
brass items I can make into a necklace. It was a very eventful weekend
for me I can't wait to start taking apart some of the great pieces and giving them a new life.

Niki Johnson Art Talk Radio

Niki Johnson has ask me to contribute to her radio talk program.
I did my first segment last Monday, and was ask to come back
this week. Of course I said yes! This week I will talk a little about
sourcing and where you might be able to find some hidden treasures,
whether you are in mixed media, jewelry or any other art form, I think
there will be something for everyone. So I hope you stay tuned.
Monday Art Talk Radio.

Author Artist Teacher

Mary Jo Mgraw, Came to our shop, Salt Water Design! To teach stamping techniques. We had a wonderful turn out.

She did a demo with stamps and water colors and showed how to

get different textures on your paper. Mary Jo Mgraw has several books published and has been in the art world for years both creating and

teaching.

and is a wonderful teacher. I happen to know nothing about the stamping

world and was fascinated with her knowledge.

My Favorite Thing in the Shop

This is my favorite necklace in the shop right now. I have a new favorite

everyday today I just sold this multi strand cream colored necklace.