Roses..like the ones from my Grandma's Garden

My grandmother loved roses! When I was growing up I remember she had a row of rose bushes that started at the back of the house all the way to the sidewalk. She had all kinds of colors and color combinations. She would go out and clip fresh roses and put them in vases around the house. Very beautiful. These roses were given to me from my husband. I love the natural blend of the pink and white. They remind me of the fresh cut roses from my grandma's garden! Thank you Honey!

Jewelry Board #1 Melissa Sweet Dress & Matching Jewelry

I found this beautiful Melissa Sweet Dress on The Knot, and I decided to match up some pieces from my Bridal Collection. The embroidered detail of the dress matches up perfect with the filigree caps on the pearls and the flower spacers, giving the necklace added detail. Click here to view details of the necklace style # N219B08. The cluster earrings are made with different size pearls and sparkling crystals. Another style would be a matching dangle earring with a lot of sparkle. Don't forget you can get complete details of the dress at The Knot. I know how hard it is to visualize jewelry with an outfit. So I'm hoping this added feature will help you pick out the right jewelry pieces for your outfits or bridal attire.

As always thank you for stopping by!
-Smiles!

Since we haven't been feeling well...we decided to make Valentine cards. So here are a few we did for the grandparents. Enjoy!

Happy Valentine's Day!

It's Valentines day and we have been busy making our cards and gifts! It's my son's first Valentine's day where he gives out cards to his classmates. Yesterday he sat at the table and wrote his name on each card and then laid out the candy for each card. He was so cute- he wanted to make sure he wrote on each card. He's just learning to write his name, so he drew pictures instead. And when I picked him up from school yesterday he mentioned something about a girl in class that he sat next to, along with 'she laughed at me and smiled at me'. Young love! How precious!

Now on the other hand, my poor husband- I am so sick, and so are the kids. He has no idea what to do for me except offer to draw me a bath and add one of those vicks drops in it to help clear my sinuses- smiles! We have been making doctor appointments all day- what a way for him to spend vacation time running us to all our appointments.

I'll be spending my time posting my new Spring/Summer 2008 Jewelry Collection. So be sure to check out The Boutique to see the new line. And the 15% discount is valid thru February 29th!

-Smiles! Trisha

For The Love Of Etsy.com

Have you every had a chance to browse through Etsy.com? I am so captivated by the items that people put up for sale, or just reading about the people- it's like people watching but you don't have to leave your house. If you haven't visited Etsy.com - you need to take a few minutes everyday to see what is new in the world of Etsy! People from all over the world post new items for sale everyday, every minute. There are so many things that Etsy stands for, you really need to visit the website- I couldn't possible sum it up for you. Everyone I meet who makes something, I encourage them to check out Etsy.com. It's such a great 'little' community for all types of artists, working in every type of medium out there!

I love to browse through the different jewelry people. I love to see what other people are creating. I am so amazed at some of the work. It really is incredible.

I wish when I was in college that Etsy was around, or something like it. I think it really would have encourage more artists (or just me) to complete their creations and place them up for sale. Some students could have paid their tuition.

Well, that is my submission for today. I am trying to take advantage of my moment of peace and quiet. My husband took the kids to my son's soccer and then on a walk. I have the back door open and a nice stillness in the area. We have been enjoying the beautiful weather for the past couple of days. The only problem is my allergies are kickin' in!

I hope everyone has a lovely evening!
Trisha

My Shabby Chic Display

So, I found this great website called Jewelry Display Ideas. I was searching through the site and I came across a page where you can enter pictures of your show/home party display, so since I just changed mine out this past holiday season, I decided to do an entry.

I am so thankful I did, I have had so many hits from the sight! And it was free and very easy! If you are just starting out with any type of business, the best advertisement is free! Why because there is no expectation- it doesn't have to deliver! You are not spending money you would rather spend on product, on something you are not sure will bring any return. I know this year I really don't have much in my advertisement budget, so I might spend some hours on the web, just searching for new, inviting, and interesting places that might relate to my jewelry business.

If you have a chance look over the Jewelry Display Ideas website. She has some great resources you just might be interested in!
And if you have time you can read my entry.

Enjoy your day-
Trisha

Win an Oreck XL Ultra Vaccum!

Stop by 5minsformom.com today and put in your comments to enter to win a super cool vaccum!
I know I could use a second vaccum. I would love to have one for upstairs and downstairs, its not that I am lazy it's - I hate lugging the heavy on up the stairs each time I need to use it.

Well, it's a great looking day outside and I think I am going to head out and play with the kids. My friend who moved back to the Pacific NW, gave us there backyard play/swing thing- So the kids have their very own playground.

Better get going on my housework so we can play the day away!
Best of luck in the contest!

I just want to Cry! Or Not!

Wordless Wednesday
But, My Daughter is having a rough go at it today! A Few Minutes Later...
And now she is sleeping!

Super Bowl in Town

Well the big game is today! You know over the years my husband and I have hosted big Super Bowl Parties, but this year we are heading over to my parent's house to enjoy the game with them. They have a pretty good size tv for us to watch it on also! It's funny because all around town they have been talking about all the different entertainment and celebraties in town. It all just makes me want to stay home and watch the game from my couch- Oh, who am I kidding!!! I'm just going to work on my jewelry and scrapbook stuff, while my parents enjoy their grandkids, and my husband and dad will watch the game. I might stop by every once in while on my way to the kitchen, and see who is ahead, but I don't know anything about football! I love going to college games but I have never been into the NFL!

So, I have been working on my Hall of Fame entry for Creating Keepsakes. I really want to have my entry completed and ready to ship out on Monday. I still have a bit to do. Pretty much putting the entry together according to their guidelines. I'm pretty sure I won't win, so even today I almost backed out. But, at the last minute I decided to take a few pictures of my layouts and see if I can get them ready for print for tomorrow. Well, I got all the editing parts completed. Now I will print them out tomorrow and I will write out my supplies list - but first I will need to double check my work so I haven't missed anything. It is really important that everything is check a few times to catch any errors. As soon as I find out I haven't won, I will post the pages, book and item I did for the entry so keep checking back!

They will be annoucing the 10 winners in March or April.

Wish me luck!
Have a great evening!
Trisha

Make Over Show

So, I was going through the paper from today or maybe it was yesterday, anyways I like to read the local paper and the 'Yes' section in the Friday paper, I like to think it keeps me up on the happenings around town. Well I came across this article that was announcing a Make Over Contest, where they are picking 2 women from the valley to receive complete make overs worth close to $30,000!!! OK- so I continued to read, and it says you have to be at least 28 years of age and need to lose 10-25 pounds plus. And be very motivated. They would track my progress over 13 weeks or 3 months. So, I thought, I'M IN!!! I would love a total make over, and since I am having a tough time loosing my baby weight from my 15 month old! I thought this would be great! So, I have decided to enter this contest- I will be there with countless other women who feel they are in need for a total make over! I'm motivated- my husband and I joined our local gym the day after Christmas and we have been going 2-3-4 days a week! Here are a few links if you live in the area and would be interested in dedicating 3 months to a total make over- they do say it is not for an extreme make over- you will need to read through everything to get all the details. http://www.arizonaspagirls.com/ and http://www.thebeautyshow.com/
Maybe I'll see you in line!
Good luck to you!
Trisha