Life

I guess it just gets in the way of blogging..... I've had so many exciting things going on for TPJ lately and I wish I could dedicate more time to this blog to update you all on it but I just cant. This summer has been wild and wonderful and I don't see it slowing down one bit anytime soon.

Busy = good right... please remind me of that when I'm in a mental institute!

Some gorgeous new things to share soon... promise. That and i finally got busy on the "Cuffed" line... so pretty and funky and fresh and fun and... well you get the point.

I was invited to be a designer involved in The Muse Project last week.... check them out!! Images should be up soon!!!

OK... I've gotta get some other stuff done... don't hate me cuz I'm slackin... hate be cuz I'm beautiful. LOL

Until next time (when it will count)

Peace, Love and Patience

XOXO~
Michele
TPJ

Insanely Busy!

I want to be 10 again so I can have a fun summer full of doing NOTHING! The kids have been out of school for 2 weeks and it seems like 2 years! With Day Camps, Tee Ball Games, VBS and the constant whine of "I'm bored" I have no idea how I manage to get anything done... oh wait sure i do... I quit cleaning my house!!!

So in all the insanity I wanted to take a little moment to show off a piece that I made for my friend Angie's LAST birthday. (And by "last" I mean the one a week ago... she claims it will be her last... whatever)

5 strands of crimson and blue glass with a little clear for sparkle. 2 removable rings with the words "Football" & "Basketball" to symbolize the phenomenal year that the Jayhawks have had. I have to thank her husband Dan for giving me total freedom on this project, I love the end result!

So... with all of the insanity in my life lately you would think I would be neglecting my work... oh so wrong! Last night I sat down and created 3 new pieces so keep checking back.... I found my inner cowgirl once again! (Damn I thought I ran her off)

Until next time~
Peace, Love and ROCKCHALK

xoxo
~Michele

Heres to stormy weather!

I love this time of year in Kansas.... unexpected thunderstorms, torrential downpours, hail that would fill your cocktail glass with one shot (OK so the hail is a real bummer but what do you do... time to make Margaritas outta limes i think) LOL.

So I left you last time with a little teaser about the crystals I had ordered. Well I got them and they are so fantastic~!!! I couldn't wait to get this piece done to share with you.
She is simplicity defined!

Just like Dolly Parton.... she's super shiny and just an all around GEM!!!

"Dolly" is the perfect example of simplicity being stunning. There is nothing you couldn't wear this with... well OK so you may not want to wear it with your 'jammas but other than that~!!

She's already listed on Etsy.com so catch her before she's gone! Get Dolly Here!

I'm off to go stare at the sky a little more... Sky and Radar!

So until next time~

Peace, Love and Storm Chasin'

xoxo
Michele

TPJ

Custom Works!

There is nothing better than being able to say that you have a ONE OF A KIND! I love it, have since I was a little girl. I'd love to take something that is just ordinary and make it my own. I'd take clothes apart, add trims, change the style and just make it all me! Now I have the pleasure Of making one of a kind jewelry for others like me who love to be different!

Over the past month I've been working with fellow Etsian Michelle Glaeser to create a great piece in trade for something that I LOVE from her shop (i love Etsy).

First let me introduce you to "Peacock Star".... the fun star concho piece that I made for Michelle:

A fun mix of amethyst, sodalite and sterling silver, and a few fun glass pieces thrown in because the color was so completely on the mark!

NOW... Michelle Glaesers work... OMG I'm in LOVE with her stuff and "Lofty Heart" is about to me MINE!

Now this one is for sale in her shop (see link above) and is a total steal! Mine will have a crown on top of the heart because well... you know if I had a halo it would be tarnished and I'm more of a princess anyway. LOL

So.. when you see me sporting "Lofty Heart" be jealous... be very very jealous! ;-)

Until Next Time~
Peace, Love and Wings

xoxo
Michele

TPJ

Wedded Bliss.....

In honor of my childhood best friends upcoming wedding I thought I'd share some of my most popular wedding pieces as well as a little teaser of what I'm working on as well.

I have done "Champagne Wishes" for many many brides and have shipped this one to Boston, St. Louis and a few other places in between. Such a simple piece but gorgeous with a strapless gown!

Well now "Champagne Wishes" has a friend... "Dreams" the sultry gunmetal grey version. Personally I love this color and think it would be fantastic for a bridal party.

But I think the bracelet to go with "Dreams" is my true favorite... I need a reason to dress up!

Now... with the inspiration of Chris's gorgeous and understated dress I'm working on a simple crystal drop pendant that is so simple but amazing all at the same time. Picture delicate sterling silver chain with this anchored to it.

Simple but stunning... I cant wait!

I've been busy busy busy lately so stay tuned for some really fun stuff to come. Think pink, MENS and great earrings!

Until next time~
Peace, love and pretty shiny things!

xoxo
Michele
TPJ

I WORKED!!!!

Believe it or not I actually sat down and did some work last night! Granted last night turned into the wee hours of this morning but I like 1am when I'm on a roll!!!

Here are a few new things..........

"Calamity" is a spicy thing I tell ya~! Gorgeous coral cross with tiger eye accents and just enough sterling silver to keep it all shiny! I'm lovin this one!!! Looks great layered.

"Isabella" is cool and ready for summer. This Aventurine pendant is a real stunner. These colors are just in time to cool you down!

Honestly these match "Isabella"... but when you're shooting at 6:50am... the light isn't the best on the porch! LOL They are a beautiful aventurine drop earring with sterling and Bali silver accents. Gotta cool the ears too!

And since the "Through Hoops" earrings have been so popular i made another version. These are a bit smaller and a little more "dainty" but still have that jingle jangle gypsy vibe to them! Even you short haired gals can sport these!!! They have yet to get named but its coming to me... I just know it! LOL

Well... there is the fruits of my night.... I'm spent!

Until next time~

Peace, Love and crayons! ((my daughter is coloring))

xoxo
~Michele
TPJ

Oh one more thing.......

I'm in LOVE... yes L-O-V-E... with these boots!


Time to start saving pennies!!!

Ok... I know this doesn't count for being a good blogger but hey... I'm tryin!

~*~Michele