tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19780915803253252432024-03-21T12:08:28.804-07:00Jodi Horgan - The Beaded Pathjodihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12898195214769497686noreply@blogger.comBlogger91125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1978091580325325243.post-4468160776344227872010-03-01T07:25:00.000-08:002010-03-01T07:50:13.964-08:00Paradise LostOur family was lucky to escape winter for a few days last week. We made our way to the warm and sunny beaches of Grand Cayman Island. My husband goes for business meetings and we all tag along. My kids were obviously thrilled because they got out of school for a week. I think we all needed the escape. The ever increasing amounts of snow and gray was taking its toll on all of us. <div><br /></div><div>We swam, lounged, and drank virgin daiquiris by the pool. We ate and ate and ate enough for many weeks, but it is hard to resist the wonderful fish and sticky toffee pudding. If you've never tried it, you must. I recommend it paired with vanilla ice cream.</div><div><br /></div><div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 285px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNpYiTO6DPahZLaySqP8_5s1mIgKUpaKCoJtDUjFwEDit3Rn7l4uSmbL48WyVwTPujnGzc68iWfyUkeNoSOM9UHfMYdxLaD7dK00w3GENAGpEeJ5YL3SdGBk9teyhMtQwNUEEKamDuYk7u/s400/sticky-toffee-pudding.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5443690934068543330" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div><br /></div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>(image from <a href="http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://www.brandinikids.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/01/sticky-toffee-pudding.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.brandinikids.com/delicious-ways-to-enjoy-toffee/&usg=__FnMo919KtCTQ35RiFQw8B-yBVwU=&h=356&w=500&sz=54&hl=en&start=10&sig2=b52exL2EMqGpLUhOGMD9Mg&um=1&itbs=1&tbnid=Ldm_yQg6Mf6q1M:&tbnh=93&tbnw=130&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dsticky%2Btoffee%2Bpudding%26um%3D1%26hl%3Den%26client%3Dsafari%26sa%3DN%26rls%3Den%26ndsp%3D21%26tbs%3Disch:1&ei=DN-LS9KEOYKW8AalsZSoDw">chtiryworld</a>)</div><div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 364px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEix4G8iW3h9MK0DdSbHcNQczxez5FkNsR-p76Tkf8a8KZAusC4y6EZ8E7G1fch6l9HXiwa1xEjutcsAD02h050U7dPS8mEb6fQhHKaPji8-VTs1hGfkBZgKbJ-vozhqXfokTpeSgqiu8np7/s400/3100_MEDIUM.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5443691548811544594" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>(image from <a href="http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/3100/images/3100_MEDIUM.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/3100/berry-daiquiri&usg=__Kjkq24e7XTYLHX9HhrF6u29H1ww=&h=394&w=433&sz=41&hl=en&start=3&sig2=fd_mAd_xT4OZdWGfzS2G7g&um=1&itbs=1&tbnid=hf6T597dtFN9lM:&tbnh=115&tbnw=126&prev=/images%3Fq%3Ddaiquiri%2Bimages%26um%3D1%26hl%3Den%26client%3Dsafari%26sa%3DN%26rls%3Den%26ndsp%3D21%26tbs%3Disch:1&ei=e-CLS9ODNtDg8Qb2r4imDw">bbcgoodfood.com</a>)</div><div><br /></div><div>I was hoping to share some of my own photos, but my camera decided it wanted to take a dip in the ocean too. So I'm off to buy a new camera this week. </div><div><br /></div><div>Now that I'm relaxed and refreshed, I'll be starting some new beading projects and will start sharing as soon as I've gotten a new camera. </div>jodihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12898195214769497686noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1978091580325325243.post-44254968551966148022010-02-16T19:16:00.000-08:002010-02-16T19:32:04.215-08:00Yellow Sunflower CuffLast weekend I needed a pick me up from all the snow that is now piled up around me. <div><br /></div><div>I've had this beautiful yellow flower cabochon from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/LisaPetersArt">Lisa Peters Art</a>. This cabochon reminded me of the sunflowers we grow each summer. However, yellow is a really difficult color for me to incorporate into my pieces so this beautiful cabochon has been waiting to be used. I pulled out my trusty color wheel and decided to pair the yellow cabochon with purple. The color combination provided me with that color pick me up.</div><div><br /></div><div>I decided to embroider the yellow cabochon with bronze seed beads. I wanted to mimic the feel of flower petals so I added the two rows of fringe beads in bronze and rainbow opaque. The centerpiece is attached to a metal cuff that was covered with genuine purple leather. The underside of the cuff is lined with lavender ultrasuede. You can see more pictures of the cuff <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=40779188">here</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9hH1IPdnxpCoLEHaSYyIe3QvOoYCKlAZj6etSBrUg2v8UJA3FyNzK6gQX4BpFQuNvdrHIpM0KpW0VKWHnYBAGnn2dcM7RtiEMWcFbo7Ot0giQHT5ExrhFR4vI5pcEZXST4OIEamdKkMHo/s400/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439048210250454786" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>If you'd like to see more of Lisa's work, you can find more of her lovely beads, buttons, and cabochons <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/LisaPetersArt">here</a>. </div>jodihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12898195214769497686noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1978091580325325243.post-78749146255344569622010-02-11T13:32:00.001-08:002010-02-11T13:36:34.310-08:00Continuing Explorations in SilkI'm continuing to play with silk soutache braid. Here's my most recent creation. I made these for the <a href="http://thursdaysweettreat.blogspot.com/2010/02/exceptional-artists-use-bead-button-and.html">Thursday Sweet Treat Weekly Challenge</a>. You can see more pictures of these earrings <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=40458306">here</a>. Head on over to Thursday Sweet Treat to see what others made this week.<div><br /><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQOAzWXn7aOdJrD4e4HJ3IlpixtCTyYGVqwIFIjNxqFZ2pvcfQW7Mz3ym5FjcHPOibKmGgaJfM6E2L7lRODfsqqo2VA3f-F5LDz-TzXN1suypAHcyZqNkKEKjeEb4-0EHRH2m545HQ-fD9/s400/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5437102410238584274" /></div>jodihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12898195214769497686noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1978091580325325243.post-3367623399541921912010-02-11T07:55:00.000-08:002010-02-11T08:05:37.874-08:00Etsy BeadWeavers February ChallengeVoting has started at the <a href="http://etsy-beadweavers.blogspot.com/">Etsy BeadWeavers blog</a>. The theme was the ocean, which provided a wealth of creative directions. Obviously, this appealed to many team members because there were an incredible 46 entries. Voting goes until February 15. <div><br /></div><div>My entry was <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=39864426">my bead embroidered purse "Bottom of the Ocean</a>". Please take a moment to stop by the blog and enter your vote.</div><div><br /></div><div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyYsFQTnXxEKcmfVynWXpuViWMroget5xeHH52rU0naEjqjtkvSg5xUaWmFtdeqpHlx-ZHRpxNG-4Ph5e-NGpjHXTlnEtiBtYW2CPJpq-cLs8MsHOsay4fvdTRF_Dwoo2NKUZOhz-nNcgw/s400/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5437017508055449010" /></div>jodihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12898195214769497686noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1978091580325325243.post-36114646063405645202010-02-08T11:41:00.000-08:002010-02-09T05:59:10.028-08:00A Few Snow PhotosJust a few photos of our snow adventure the last few days.<br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Juno swimming in the snow.</div><div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCxGV2ZhpCR7YO-TesEBAGSt9ZX6t_frrlDxiOCIgK2QCaHj2a9wjtiGR-x01J_yY0OHb7Ta16XTRyAq7pLyx_2nHpiAHO-XLhZuCFKsprORpK8tMEhYPHM11scD__L4whnkX-F_maWqEB/s400/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5435960440712540690" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>The imprint of a bird taking off or landing, not sure which.</div><div><br /></div><div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX8y1jhDOBTWKGGepn-iIUkYzxye947hRnY5O-e1m2VGShmuR_htWlJoVh98jeOSLD4Z4SBIolsz4Ja91rEgV4GxmIZWMyNKITTtn68G6qsIV5TjTeRVbdRC5XCSi7LRyHbflH5MelCdKd/s400/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436242044482218706" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0iYDxIAM0utNhiB7COrKbaVRAYwxAPj9XfPvgxM4h88n5ZWZ0DIxLrOXcZUKBM_Wmp5EV1yWsORAuoZRFYRNPXhuIhJUjgvmeq8Mv8D9lt3d75MSewgIr7Z5upFZoFLWQNQHrpEo0A1kB/s400/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436242442187304834" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>The window in the tree house.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>One of the apple trees.</div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-f9zn7ag60HS-tJNkUJY1X_3qraRWL8gTzyTcGMvtztJJ4WUITXLXvMscQ2f_eHY_Yu8pIWcwZqlnHWyEZjAUusMNrTRrwQjaO7q4U2zArDPX4efj19K76sIRhBh7BIdFk6yVVma5idVl/s400/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436241830452398770" />jodihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12898195214769497686noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1978091580325325243.post-48238525314342241932010-02-05T06:00:00.000-08:002010-02-05T09:46:32.902-08:00A Beading MarathonOn the eve of my 30th birthday, I took up running. As a stay at home mom of two (at the time), I felt like I needed something to focus on, besides the kids and getting the laundry done. I signed up for a 5 K and started training. Fortunately, I have a good friend who was a runner and she provided some good training advice. I was off and running. I carved a little time out every other day to run. It did my mind and body good.<div><br /></div><div>Many years later I still run, sometimes not as much as I'd like. I've run countless 5K races and have now completed two half marathons. What have I learned? Consistency is key and you just have to do it (even when you don't feel like it). Some days the run will be great. You'll feel incredible afterwards. Then, there will be days when it takes every ounce of effort to get your butt out the door and you'll still feel crappy at the end of the run. Fortunately, most of the runs are good and I did feel pretty good afterwards.</div><div><br /></div><div>I applied these same techniques while working on my bead embroidered purse. Bead a little bit each day and the project didn't seem too overwhelming. But like training for a marathon, you have to listen to your body and mind. There were days when I felt like I'd never complete all the beading. There were days when got into a groove and the beads seem to sew themselves. Sometimes I sat there staring at the piece not knowing direction I was headed. But like running, consistency is the key and I kept at it even when I didn't feel like.</div><div><br /></div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzEKOVfN5XCQH97PfY8afUtpEiJgoMb21PkdMWO_iSmZ5X_UU77it92wDnaa2wvnU4Gq9X-W18WS3_ap9Vaa9sOTlazwZyfbAsK9u7oFvSGn1PkeJ63Z9s420UPeYRS-q2CQD17ZHLanof/s400/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5434816350814431058" /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>I hope you come take a look at the result of my beading marathon <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=39864426">here</a>. </div><div><br /></div><div>I feel exhausted and proud now that it done. I'll do another purse, but maybe after a few shorter projects. But I will be back and I will do another half marathon in the future too.</div><div><br /></div><div>Happy beading and running!</div>jodihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12898195214769497686noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1978091580325325243.post-14634838051872895082010-02-01T10:45:00.000-08:002010-02-01T10:52:05.584-08:00Earthy Green EarringsI just listed these new earrings in <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/jodihorgan">my etsy shop</a>.<div><br /></div><div>I've been doing a lot of experimenting with silk soutache trim the last few weeks. I ordered many yards of the trim for an on-line supplier. They had the most beautiful colors. </div><div><br /></div><div>I love earthy colors especially greens. The trim was a perfect match to these ceramic beads I found.</div><div><br /></div><div>I have a number of pieces to photograph and post, but here's the first pair. The center is a ceramic bead. Four layers of silk trim surround the bead and curls around two pyrite beads. The earrings are backed in black ultrasuede. You can see more pictures <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=39787566">here</a>.</div><div><br /></div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNuki2mn-zxo9dMd367npViv3eUIfhpEgMvzQazMaC_rJOW8pm-GF6ouotvLItQcolssV8clFuw-Iz00d9lD3R4EM5HhlB7bjdeRpOt6fIzwPTUlsleJ0-2yjFk4CmwDmOCWrw1UbhfaAG/s400/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5433348426222864834" />jodihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12898195214769497686noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1978091580325325243.post-7696317135951351792010-01-23T13:12:00.000-08:002010-01-23T13:22:02.259-08:00Amoeba or Raindrop? - You be the judgeA couple of months ago I found these great wrap sweaters. I love them and I bought them in three different colors. However I needed a brooch to dress them up and keep them closed if needed. Here's the brooch I made.<div><br /><div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOpd7dZElJmMJj3Gbd23MCPnUu03QKhymuBHBMHgEpWGmMgX30yPIt2T0k1Xv6soZE1KM3BhKN_Gvo4GaUue0OEeIP6q82wg8blVNC3IJFAR9y3Wzs740xycHs65fSSTEbr8djw7XIVXsf/s400/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5430047203300417714" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>The rivoli is an incredible shade of blue/green. While I was beading it, I kept thinking it looked like amoeba especially when I added the fringe. But now when I look at it, it reminds me of a rain drop. </div><div><br /></div><div>What do you think?<br /><div><div><br /><div><br /></div></div></div></div></div>jodihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12898195214769497686noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1978091580325325243.post-71660523758479520522010-01-22T11:04:00.000-08:002010-01-22T11:11:19.358-08:00A Few More HeartsI posted a few more bead embroidered heart pins to <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/jodihorgan">my etsy shop</a> today. Please stop by and check them out.<div><br /></div><div>Have a great weekend!</div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=39057060" style="text-decoration: none;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><br /></span></a><div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkWcdAPfipSqirfqts-5LETzu_mSY_b56HT05WuC49b5AKyUgW5atF0sJALlU53DlyrwSfcUA-P_j1LZv539-F_meNCjv4q9aV9Lj8UjtC07URA3rPNa_dpyfVCN06KbIb0p-dCsvhAldP/s400/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5429643282240153778" /></div><div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWnFLT68y-m9hq_oo2CyVl-W3UUQTLMXdONaB7Qz7QqlzGfKdZbRmZU5lpNh_pXY-fjgDCIpuZD7wD8-PxOWnCAPwJMXP_cMRg3fmnHMT_7JHw8Zq-RQd7w-2rk_Z0pXsdAy5GC9nrA18U/s400/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5429642784648520354" /></div></div>jodihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12898195214769497686noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1978091580325325243.post-10321086560226055222010-01-15T10:17:00.000-08:002010-01-15T10:50:07.389-08:00Sharing My Heart with YouLike many others I've been overwhelmed by the holidays and the new year. Blogging wasn't the only thing that wasn't getting done on the list. Now that I feel like my head is above water, I will be trying to get back on the blogging horse.<br /><div><div><br /></div><div>The last few weeks have been filled with lots of activity on the beading front and I'm excited to start sharing some with all of you.</div><div><br /></div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU_Cfy8bDTHX8brop82ctaYAKuw3twu4lolxJC5gg7JWUwbA661SbPAsgUomW5Th1ObjyM7OBM9MWPl-JkiJ5jtZIpTXxIqhIXF5pC_cvxH1NL4zgCV9sLMJy0KbGHM5KFvrQ9__cBs2zq/s400/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5427038593461035762" /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>A friend of mine started this great website for 'tween' girls called <a href="http://www.itwixie.com/">iTwixie</a>. <a href="http://www.itwixie.com/">iTwixie</a> is the ultimate online hangout for 'tween' girls. They inspire and unite girls ages 8-14 on a site that is safe, age appropriate, and fun. Since I have a 9 year old daughter, I love that she has a safe on-line place to go to interact with other girls her own age and have fun while doing it. </div><div><br /></div><div>I had talked to my friend last year about developing a project for the site. Finally, after a few starts and stops (on my side), my <a href="http://www.itwixie.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=497:beaded-pin&catid=41:design-dimension&Itemid=55">bead embroidered heart pin project</a> is debuting today on the site. </div><div><br /></div><div>I hope you'll go check it out and share it with any 'tween' girls in your life. The project can be viewed by anyone. I'm also offering kits in <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/jodihorgan">my etsy shop</a> for anyone interested. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'Trebuchet MS', 'Lucida Grande', 'Lucida Sans', Verdana, Arial, sans-serif;color:#141310;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 22px;"><i><br /></i></span></span></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div>jodihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12898195214769497686noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1978091580325325243.post-63231362461087448362009-11-27T06:25:00.000-08:002009-11-27T06:37:06.630-08:00A Little Piece of Art on Your WristWhile preparing for my recent art show, I made a lot of new cuffs. These ones are a little different from the others I usually make. These ones have a beaded centerpiece and then the cuff is covered in ultrasuede. <div><br /></div><div>Here's one that I made using one of my handmade cabochons with an Alphonse Mucha print. You can wear a little piece of art work on your wrist.</div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgREourge3pxtyJP8dfoc89Eah7loB1yE9w7sOdkrR_TgL0rvGr3O5D1wPJMTkhPE1JevAWgfKrBdpZ0G3PiGXR-4I7zHAaw-E_nfAvTZCkGP-V_Q1FQUG-bUr82Dxm2t-IfXfdzkbsIb9b/s400/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5408791681666056210" /><div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJuOGakkS9JhhZYBmL1ffPZYpgkXpxl7IMHHmkI2u4-ORlz3N3Kwc6qVVWf0TRdWTr8SbBRO0CrOZC9uP1ujFXv0CvR1Ca-zH4AXk5dh82xRRm5kFxn9wcbh-9pBntsNNd7qpVrc5Zvq0M/s400/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5408791059096605938" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>You can see more photos <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35355677">here</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div>Don't forget I'm offering free world wide shipping today through Monday. All items purchased during this time will be shipped on December 1, 2009.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>jodihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12898195214769497686noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1978091580325325243.post-64897327147961307102009-11-25T17:35:00.000-08:002009-11-26T05:50:22.262-08:00FREE WORLD WIDE SHIPPINGYep, that season is upon us. So get a jump on your shopping this weekend from the comfort of your home.<div><br /></div><div>I will be offering FREE world wide shipping from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/jodihorgan">my etsy shop</a> between Friday, November 27-Monday, November 30, 2009. All orders placed on these dates will be sent out on December 1, 2009.</div><div><br /></div><div>I'll be adding new items over the next few days, so stop by often.</div><div><br /></div><div>If you have a minute come on over to <a href="http://www.etsy.com/">ETSY</a> lots of sellers are offering a variety of special offers. Maybe you'll finish all your holiday shopping by next Monday.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>jodihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12898195214769497686noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1978091580325325243.post-41202207603138791052009-11-24T17:41:00.000-08:002009-11-24T17:49:25.485-08:00New CuffI love these 1/2 inch bead embroidered cuffs. They are perfect for everyday wear and they are lightweight. I just listed a new one at <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/jodihorgan">my etsy shop</a>.<div><br /><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3eL2RVrWGTuB2qFb9VbXsngueuRHwqTt8ihKGXVLrnSvi9EG-zRPE5nzYSABprQ35XSDe-6FMULd7Ifwk_HydvRNEd9YryJs1OlkB9U21K52KgGLu7WXhfETPS3VKOls4cK0k-YI4OcTM/s400/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5407850951262944914" /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>I've had these long bugle beads for awhile. I've used some for long fringe on bead woven earrings. I hadn't really tried to use them on any cuffs. They fit perfectly across a 1/2 inch cuff. These bugle beads are twisted and have a beautiful color that is both blue and purple. The texture of these beads provide a lot of interest to a simple cuff. The abalone provides a nice contrast and breaks up the line of beads. The beadwork is attached to a metal cuff and the underside is lined with ultrasuede.</div><div><br /></div><div>You can see more pictures of the cuff <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35239133">here</a>.<br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div></div>jodihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12898195214769497686noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1978091580325325243.post-81404840751482096382009-11-23T12:00:00.000-08:002009-11-23T14:13:30.026-08:00Guess who came to dinner?Well not dinner (although there were wine and hors d'oeuvres), actually the art bazaar I was participating in this last weekend.<div><br /><div>Sherry Serafini, the bead embroidery master herself. </div><div><br /></div><div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX9FwwrLDULrfM7nBhS-hziP0RlMdyNmANpoqZ5YKmKMoSdqOnl0s6vljs88ynkPAJUOhbiI9p1d4TGrikeB54o9ZYC5UjnOM-HFTHKny3E4G8vVmeLzSksEuuCfR0ZBbWjCAec0EoHYEX/s400/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5407126643384560418" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>The previous weekend she had invited me to an artisan open house that she was doing. We spent a little time catching up and she wanted to know what I was up to so I invited her to the show. And like that she was there. Her support and encouragement meant the world to me. </div><div><br /></div><div>If you've never seen her work, you can find her website <a href="http://serafinibeadedjewelry.com/">here</a>. If you have a chance to see her in person (either a class or art show), I highly recommend it. Her classes are great. She shares so much information and is genuinely interested in you. She encourages you to work outside your comfort zone to create something that truly comes from your heart. It is a great experience. </div><div>Additionally, she has some really incredibly cool new pieces in her collection. Her neckpieces and purses are show stoppers!</div><div><br /></div><div>So Sherry, if you are out there. THANK YOU!</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><br /></div>jodihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12898195214769497686noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1978091580325325243.post-28482891108000041902009-11-20T07:52:00.000-08:002009-11-20T07:59:43.237-08:00Art Bazaar Preview ContinuesHere's a few more things I'll have at the Art Bazaar, which starts tonight at 6:00 pm at the Boyd Community Center. You'll find more information <a href="http://www.boydcommunitycenter.org/">here</a> about the event.<div><br /></div><div>This is a pendant made with with one of my handmade cabochons using a print of a Alphonse Mucha illustration.<br /><div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcdKjNfTw5xGPbTUh16CuGh2uWrsWZoRTNlc_dUkAK0waBgM_PxiHvUMU9z-QginRqlcjQs2AKGhCAWJQStOq5CTTek7muhOBzsax1lv6TJx6eUd3mj4b6NhMjLg-7E1QyRueu3NIVCh4G/s400/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5406214694497770130" /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>The second is a pendant using another handmade cabochon of a sea shell print.</div><div><br /></div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYcNWD7djeu_jnUeYZsriLiIbxc936fQBz1VU2COJazA_IvApTSh2baAgPKdcLW7UNaJlGV1WAPqmY41Z0089-SLWB7jhm1MAENeJC5n4721pYA2_RYnhv25T27XX_johyphenhyphenQ9ET3O2QUKE3/s400/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5406215564839995042" /></div>jodihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12898195214769497686noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1978091580325325243.post-56456198154595329022009-11-18T06:00:00.000-08:002009-11-18T09:04:36.509-08:00Art BazaarSorry folks about my hit and miss blogging the last few weeks. Now that the BIG charity event is over, (as I wipe sweat from my forehead) I've got an art show this weekend. I've been madly beading the last few weeks. I've got most of my ducks in a row for the event and I'm crossing my fingers. <div><br /></div><div>So, if you find yourself in Pittsburgh this weekend, you can find me <a href="http://www.boydcommunitycenter.org/">here</a> this Friday and Saturday. It is the Art Bazaar at the Boyd Community Center. The event is benefiting Art for Autism. Join me and over 30 other local artists and get some holiday shopping done while supporting a great organization.</div><div><br /></div><div>Here's a sneak peak at a few items I will be selling at the show.</div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVp8dx-KQ8vc0FikgEeWv-pI38nqqxgUxDuM4doY2Wl3DU-8c5rBgQ9ytBBwnx7KXlUtGezial269eADnVL_fhZuwYGFN-2RMYn4qypmWfYHLeSexn3AttyMouqhNG0Gcj9X_C-eVg-g6V/s400/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5405489652613670738" /><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxm9jetIK4Bo6QQZeKFqo1EQohZhdiAeCHXw5BY6ljV1o-vqR3DpvxiiWlqzFcZDdZ2au1i8JEt-2d9S3kHiRj6wQzJg7Bv86WUZ1m_XBcMBzvh3t4ugo_WZuwmYtMlISD4aGGfzxyNSCL/s400/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5405489711046844290" /><div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYFT-kaAH6ZOJBuoFCpCm9RbQjAyc7CPD8HK9McrFcYvAMdSRyID3_Vcv6W3NWqymflMD_ewZW2TILQZG-sknsie6zJDpDmswpe3OZzAlzci511iNNRAAeTSn39luqWkck3L6BxGZomSB0/s400/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5405489563459328850" /></div>jodihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12898195214769497686noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1978091580325325243.post-44640398139814780582009-11-11T11:04:00.000-08:002009-11-11T11:17:40.517-08:00All dressed up and I have a place to goTonight is the night. It's finally here. After months of preparation and the last few weeks of coordinating ticket sales and seating, the benefit performance of the Radio City Christmas Spectacular starring the Rockettes for Child Watch of Pittsburgh is here. It is going to be SPECTACULAR. So many people have worked to make this event a huge success. The theater is going to be packed. <div><br /></div><div>I was originally working on the bib necklace to wear to the event, but due to some technical difficulties and lack of time, plan b is going into action.</div><div><br /></div><div>This past weekend I finished these earrings. These earrings came together so easily. It was like all the parts were meant to be. I just love them. So mama's got a new pair of earrings (and shoes) and ready to hit the town.</div><div><br /></div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf4ZcHLDAjOP-bN9lASPQLe_RHacUjteolcuC_gvg4WOPzApEF4VxJDimyX7WPUtYQF9S5ag4h6dlPLP4a8zUT6Mxw5LBbOht7rkS2F6lh2AOk8ZSFDfI1Lnoi2aq9Yb7N6rB2usIjIRuO/s400/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5402926907020380626" /><div><br /><div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div></div>jodihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12898195214769497686noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1978091580325325243.post-76594701852461132212009-11-11T10:56:00.001-08:002009-11-11T11:03:22.214-08:00Bib Necklace UpdateWell, I finished the beading on the necklace last weekend. I made a trip to the bead store to look at chain and decided it just wouldn't do. So instead I bought three strands of pearls, chain and a clasp. I'm thinking that there will be three strands of pearls on each side that meet at the top together at the clasp. I'm going to add some chain to the clasp so that they necklace will be adjustable. Unfortunately, I haven't had time to go back and finish the necklace, but the picture shows how it might look when it is done. <div><br /><div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg42jG2_M161VjIWH2vOWK9iQr9OIfJhy_bw7BNk2yokRCaLa_r_4yI06vla9u3VFaW-2g9e5lx5ijJ7FX_-uHtkq8sga6EwGFOjNyuMmcFYirF1ccl_6jml4KEQaP41raxxLZvDbH-jFSP/s400/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5402922502867597458" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>So, what do you think? Did I make the right decision with the pearls?</div><div><br /></div></div>jodihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12898195214769497686noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1978091580325325243.post-68800095174271258812009-11-06T07:58:00.000-08:002009-11-06T09:07:50.100-08:00Stop the train, I want to get offI've been MIA for awhile because I've been working on this HUGE charity event coming up next week. My job took a lot long than I would have ever expected, but it is a good thing because the event is going to be a tremendous success. However, I will be extremely happy when it is all over so I can back to some normal routine. I think that my kids are starting to think that the phone has been surgically attached to my head. So only 5 days to go and this train will come to a screeching stop!<div><br /></div><div>In the few moments that I haven't been focused on this event, I have been beading. It has been a must for me to find a few minutes here and there to bead. It is my stress relief. (Oh and by the way, I have an art show coming up in two weeks, so beading for business is a must too.)</div><div><br /></div><div>I've been working on a bib necklace that I may wear to the charity event. It is a dress up occasion so I'll be wearing my usual uniform (black dress pants and black top) so the necklace will take center stage.</div><div><br /></div><div>Here's what I've got done so far...</div><div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZtQ-br1WfgEEMFyCpiyfwtBBxqZZ2iQcL0AJLqLpqTtV19d4FkpXCAOkSzqY-cKCINwQIiLPkukWiZ2PBSn9x82nSceBhv4JQE4hWekj4cYG0KQhv9-Ray5ZWsqgiQscvi73EJQkp1jrL/s400/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5401037666241377810" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>I'm thinking that I will attach silk ribbon from the top edges so that the necklace can be adjustable, although I've also had thoughts about using chain. </div><div><br /></div><div>What do you think ribbon or chain?</div>jodihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12898195214769497686noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1978091580325325243.post-26893116736051402009-11-03T11:14:00.000-08:002009-11-03T11:23:00.536-08:00Creativity at Any Age<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHnOAapNCvbX5Hbk32FxstqMUlK0UcxJWwNg5RTG2Wr1pPRXCPCdRAynoXyl7cGgBEyS0jKCKveWC5n_nzgFxwY2_BObk_HKFvl9mgJTr_z7F7Map-wVx3Cfr0jB3ECzG22qz_E8Spw-6v/s1600-h/1.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHnOAapNCvbX5Hbk32FxstqMUlK0UcxJWwNg5RTG2Wr1pPRXCPCdRAynoXyl7cGgBEyS0jKCKveWC5n_nzgFxwY2_BObk_HKFvl9mgJTr_z7F7Map-wVx3Cfr0jB3ECzG22qz_E8Spw-6v/s320/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5399958047717506866" /></a><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Last week was my youngest daughter's 6th birthday. She decided to have her birthday party at our local "paint your own pottery" place. The age range was 4 - 11. Boy, they were a really creative bunch. Everyone was working so hard that it was actually quiet. The adults could hardly belief that it was a kid's birthday party. It was so much fun to watch the kids working on their pieces. Each of them had a specific idea and were very precise in their work. </div><div><br /></div><div>The kids made HUGE cups and saucers. Perfect for a huge cup of hot chocolate with whipped cream on top. The adults even got into the fun and made travel coffee mugs. The picture above shows the kid's finished pieces. I can't wait to see them when they are done being fired. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>jodihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12898195214769497686noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1978091580325325243.post-45011141237064426252009-11-01T16:34:00.000-08:002009-11-01T16:41:30.817-08:00Silver Button Earrings<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNPm86r8CUQ2apgxHvMuYEszknCcNDnuo5NoKnNBo4dLelSFBfMvT0eXD-uARQxIoTP40LCB6LGkwzVvy1jXwEqIxrN5G9uzSgZ6oX55yBHFQUXtx7RpcOnTnTeh4sczcEXAVoOgi8HoWB/s1600-h/1.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNPm86r8CUQ2apgxHvMuYEszknCcNDnuo5NoKnNBo4dLelSFBfMvT0eXD-uARQxIoTP40LCB6LGkwzVvy1jXwEqIxrN5G9uzSgZ6oX55yBHFQUXtx7RpcOnTnTeh4sczcEXAVoOgi8HoWB/s320/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5399298422509085682" /></a><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>I just listed these <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=33656683">Silver Button earrings</a> in my <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/jodihorgan">Etsy shop</a>. I really love these earrings and it was hard to decide to post them. I recently picked up these triangular drops and they are great. They have a really beautiful finish, kind of gray and brown. They were a great complement to the earrings. I used a matte gray, matte bronze, and shine bronze seed beads. The earrings were also embellished with silver pearls and hematite beads. </div><div><br /></div><div>You can check out more photos <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=33656683">here</a>.</div>jodihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12898195214769497686noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1978091580325325243.post-63473738828433270472009-10-28T04:22:00.000-07:002009-10-28T04:30:51.609-07:00Do I need a vacation?Not a lot of time today for a long post, but I wanted to share some other new pieces I've finished recently.<div><br /><div>The first is a bead embroidered ring made with a handmade cabochon of a sea shell print.</div><div><br /></div><div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWbucEu-IgBlaDCd9FXeBe8aT2yxT9wVZFsAbUgraiZYKraG_6Lb-rfjgk4Wce1modWSn5qKICcbutfVDbRVCoJ7b38GHDZpsL2v8qRxd4nuixZyYKQv6siO0y1XgousMDtuMtQdUMt4nS/s320/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5397610297278636242" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div><br /></div><div>The second is a bead embroidered cuff using another handmade cabochon of a sea shell print.</div><div><br /></div><div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQfM7D837xtS3LyuRnD1iVvY0zkiEWHu14foYRMv3PFfogZnKjX4cHSyA3Y-OnuBl3QXRkmGYLvm6sdstyeeTGJuCPUF_G5Yd8KWtzM-sb3TCgIk2O5Amr8dIruwq5Nm4SR2gTzhOfF87t/s320/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5397610054613525378" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Do you see a theme here? Or is just me. I think I need a vacation.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div></div>jodihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12898195214769497686noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1978091580325325243.post-18832524833420051952009-10-26T16:57:00.001-07:002009-10-26T19:31:05.603-07:00Dreaming of an EscapeI've been dreaming of an escape. A trip where the ocean is clear blue, the sand is warm, and the temperature is a constant 85 degrees. I'm dreaming of an escape from the mountain of laundry, dishes, cleaning and sick children. Yes, the flu found its way to my house last week. Of course, it was not welcome, but it came anyways. <div><br />I recently finished this cuff and I know that it was inspired by my thoughts of escaping to an island paradise.<div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDbOh-sANKPGVUnkArCjx6_r_c9YKAbS2Sxb6kC4jiMYIfhQj-8E1XgoUgTPEJlAATI6Dr91uHYTvK5S11gjp4VOQfl4JUM-v1VakjSwJtzeeMIunG-9fQjnV6Fb3mjMoPmwis3QUfuZDb/s320/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5397097507683905010" /><div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>This bead embroidered cuff was created with three turquoise cabochons. The cabochons are surrounded by seed beads. The cuff is embellished with numerous pearls and Swarovski crystals in three colors (caribbean blue opal, pacific opal, and capri blue). The names of the crystals were inspiration enough. The cuff is one inch wide and is backed in black ultrasuede. </div><div><br /></div><div>I admit that once it was finished, I did stare at it envisioning my favorite beach and hoping that I'll soon be visiting.</div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQfoomPSXDJ89AZk-HFUrNZM0xd1sShLpLzI7O9WS0qm0l6vpfyeGrb5vi3r0-WBPetmlz9k0nkiKGA-1ytwJCYFlKUDgM8o6WPIcUCJqDhXVDW_R2yrN42LsZR458MldfPYKbqfw66mmj/s320/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5397101198759441458" /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Are you dreaming of an escape? Where would you like to escape to when things become overwhelming? </div></div></div></div>jodihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12898195214769497686noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1978091580325325243.post-64190542158328583722009-10-16T10:42:00.000-07:002009-10-16T10:55:29.406-07:00Snow Day in OctoberYes, you read right. I saw snow today. Yes, I did double check the calendar. Typically we don't get snow this early in Pittsburgh. Last night the weather man informed us that the last time we had snow this early was in 1972.<br /><div><div><br /></div><div>I'm not too happy about this snow or unexpected cold weather. I am headed on a camping trip this weekend with my daughter's girl scout troop. Fortunately, we are staying in a heated lodge, but it created a packing nightmare. Heavier jackets, mittens, hats, and long under ware were added to the packing list. I'm hoping the weather man is incorrect about any accumulation. </div><div><br /></div><div>In honor of today's flakes, I just listed this adorable <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962">Snowflake pendant</a> in <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6326617">my Etsy shop</a> . It is a handmade cabochon made from glass and specialized paper. The cabochon is surrounded by speckled pale blue, gray, and metallic blue seed beads. The pendant is backed in slate blue ultrasuede and hangs from a ribbon cord necklace. You can check out more pictures <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962">here</a>.</div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpCPueSFXem71lWlFjNihkNSmqv12EY4Vuelz7Uyo9H3mQWWdF8fHzzAeI1DGiHzhDZsyVvHIdIwqUAqyGA1JWAsMQljbcx_-T1byDZZ0mMXVn6Ycz0erKvahJF2fJ9456vC9TRP-64dUp/s320/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5393254936570108882" /><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgS9EmqAwrZNmDoI5qHhvSGYfhcahTxZqi6jdI92Qz7d-NGvasMJKzXGK7t5jvltXt297g4S5ZzRLDXtSOqm2K50KcFyYryqUkuanyHNSCvrPC_5tRA2gWOXv0JoAxThsl1x_E3Pbe7i1uc/s320/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5393256729496658994" /></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32721962"><br /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Wishing you warm thoughts this weekend. Please send warm thoughts my way. I have a feeling I'm going to be cold (at some point) the next few days.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><br /></div>jodihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12898195214769497686noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1978091580325325243.post-37194488414699396472009-10-15T13:59:00.000-07:002009-10-15T14:20:28.466-07:00Super Star EarringsAt last years Academy Awards, Angelina Jolie wore these incredible emerald earrings by Lorraine Schwartz. They were breathtaking and caused a lot of buzz on the red carpet. They are worth $2.5 million!<div><br /><div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 132px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAfv_NKv8dC_PVKv00Y3kQhD3UHRICyaZkGIz7fORw4r9b6ihXkeakwmDQ0U4skwjFwFXtkFZJzHMhbEzr5OPMVspDNsXHA45coSysp7VJeklYUYQdQmOJiqkTKs9cM2XB965rNr6TnA3z/s200/angelina-1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5392937132243552594" /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>These are my "Angelina Earrings". I used a emerald green swarovski rivolis for the top section and a green agate teardrop for the bottom. The earrings are bead embroidered with dark green and silver seed beads. The earrings are backed in black ultrasuede. </div><div><br /></div><div>These are statement making earrings and would be perfect for any red carpet event or maybe this year's office Christmas party. You can check out more pictures at the Etsy shop <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=25274443">here</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div><div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfs7HDwfKRkv6zSJQ-GKJymRxgIOdb_X2nmYurAamfX-Nrzwm0K-WXGWD-J7lXkj40KhDEMknjpO2bA-wtVxNQIoBUZplcRcU9rMYwnbdMeEeNrCqkbjVm8RZDSGRGK0iV_o4joaXAXvgb/s320/il_430xN.71486497.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5392937374020666754" /><br /></div></div></div></div>jodihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12898195214769497686noreply@blogger.com3