Weston here I come!!!!

Its been a long Blogging break and I make no promises to do better. Only reason i'm getting this on here now is because I've been SUPER busy getting ready for this weekend. TPJ is coming to Cactus Creek Studios! Yep, beware Weston, Missouri... I'm comin your way!

And here is a little sneak peek!!!

The "Guitar Goddess" is the latest from the Pinup Collection!

"Ranch Queen" is pure beauty in Mother of Pearl, freshwater pearls and gorgeous sterling silver with a striking Turquoise cross and sterling silver concho.

And not to mention just a few of the over 25 new cuffs that will be going to the show!








Talk about some fun flavors here!

Hope ya'll can make it! Its sure to be a great time!

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xoxo~

Michele

TPJ

I may not have been on here...

But I have been super busy! The new line is going great, and the fall is getting pretty booked.

I've got just a little over 2 weeks until I head to Claremore, OK for a fantastic 3 day show! And whats not to love about the fact that I'm going to be set up next to a custom Saddle Maker and there will be an insane Ranch Rodeo going on!!!! I'm stoked!

So here are a few of the things that have been keeping me busy!
"Soar".... my newest favorite!!! These earrings are soooo yummy!!!

For the boys...."Bay"... simple but fantastic!

"Capitol"... gorgeous turquoise, serpentine and copper... Keep an eye out for more copper coming for this fall. I'm diggin' the colors!

Some more Pinup Cowgirls! "Saloon Girl" & "Lucky Chaps" are the latest additions!

"Fine" is just that... a fine piece to put into your collection. Simple and fun all in one!

So hopefully this makes up for my absence... I need to get better about this!

Until next time (and it wont be as long)

Peace, Love and wings

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

New DIGS!

I think I'm a broken record here... every blog starts the same way. I NEGLECT THIS THING something fierce I know! Even Kelley is kickin my rear with the blogging! Ugh... I must make up for it!

So, whats been keeping me... well let me tell you!

I've finally finished my Small Business Owners course at FHTC and its been a relief to have 8+ hours a week back to me. HOWEVER it ended just in time for spring to pick up, mothers day to be looming and for my kiddos and I to MOVE into our new house! Ok so not brand spankin' new but new to us and long awaited!

Since I've not been designing much for new jewelry lately I thought I'd take this time to show off what i have been dreaming up. The new house furnishings!

First off.... MY bedroom. A room that will be all about me. A funky mix of wild and mild. ((I know, some of you want to know where my "mild" is but you all know its there.... somewhere))

We're going ZEBRA on the bed and RED accents!

How fun is that! The walls are very taupe now but I will be jazzing that up!

I found a hot zebra print metal star too but since its not gracing the walls yet and I don't have a picture just use your imagination already... ok here is a copper one like it but mine has rustic zebra print in it.

Then for the walls.... my Pinup Girls!!! I love them in all their glory!

I still need to work on window treatments but that's coming I'm sure!

We're just ready to get in, get unpacked and stretch out. You better be sure to call before you stop by because we'll likely be lounging around in our unmentionables for the first week or too! Whooo hooooo!!!!

I'll update you on the kids' rooms soon! They're fun!!!

So, until next time (which better be sooner than later)

Peace, Love and Zebra Stripes

XOXO
Michele
TPJ

Beauties!!!

WOW.... let me tell ya... I have some of the HOTTEST friends and customers out there!

I dropped a hint about getting to hang out with the uber talented Kelley of Kelley Photo Design last month for the first ever professional photo shoot of TPJ jewelry.... well... here are some of my favorites.

You might notice that there are some new pieces in these photos that I've not unveiled yet... don't fret... they're coming. One thing I'm super excited about is the "Cuffed" line... fun and funky vintage leather cuffs with some awesome conchos and accents.

My favorite thing to work with... turquoise... mmmm tasty! ((please don't eat it to find out if I'm serious))

Watch out~!! The new "Cuffed" line will be making its debut soon....

Talk about color.... blues are so fantastic! "Cowgirls Dream" in denim blues... fancy that!

Again... lets just turn up the heat some more~! Dripping in gorgeous turquoise.

Going for all out glam in "Krystal" necklace, "Reem" chandelier earrings and other fabulous crystal pieces.

Rockstar! Without at doubt! Showin' some love to "Mojito" and "Molten".

Wow... with over 200 photos to pick from this was so difficult to just select a few for this blog. OH OH Wait... cant forget to show some love to my darling little "Gidgett". She was worn out but loved dressing up with the big girls all day!

The experience was awesome and I hope ya'll love the shots. I hope to make this a regular event for TPJ~!

Until next time~
Peace, Love, & pretty things

xoxo
Michele
TPJ

Glimpse of Spring

I just cant take the cold any more.... so here are a couple pieces to help you "THINK SPRING".

"Krystal" is pure bling at its best. So shiney and versitile. Four strands of simple silver lined glass beads anchored by a gorgeous silver concho. This is sure to go with anything in your closet and add just the right ammount of shine!

"Mojito" cool and refreshing but spunky and wild all at the same time... why I designed something that is ME!! LOL These beads have haunted me for 2 years now, I loved how wild and green they were but could never put my finger on just the right design for them. Well now I've got it! "Mojito" is perfect for that wild cowgirl in your life!

Well.... I'm hustlin to get ready for my wild date with Kelley in less than two weeks. TPJ will be doing its first Boutique shoot with the talented and fantastic photographer Kelley Walker Chance of Kelley Photo Design http://kelleyphoto.blogspot.com/. So keep an eye out for the final product..... its been a labor of love (I say this while I breathe into a paper bag). I'll give you the 411 on all of this soon... promise!

So until next time....

Peace, love and flashbulbs!

XOXOXOX
Michele
TPJ

Ok Kelley, you win!

Since Kelley demanded it... I shall deliver!

Isn't it so freakin' cute!!! Gawd i could just stare at it all day! Again, Josephine at Retrospective Designs is just amazing and such a sweet woman. You have got to check out her Etsy site, fabulous photo montages, custom invitations, maps and her talents are endless!

As for the jewelry pieces mentioned below (oh yeah... that's what I do here.. I make jewelry.. huh.. damn near forgot) here are the pics of the newest fabulousness!

"Stellar" gorgeous black agate, crystal quartz and fantastic sterling silver pendant. Its just stunning!



"Ivy" Talk about a show stopper. This is the definition of turquoise gone classy~!


"Looper" another one of my HOT Cowgirl Pinups, this time she's kicked back with her rope... ready to drop a loop over that hot cowboy of her dreams.
"Astonished" one of my favorite designs. The star concho is engraved with a beautiful flourish pattern. Black agate and sterling.

Whew... ok, there is more but I'm beat. Guess you'll just have to check Etsy.com for the rest of it. These pieces will be released for sale throughout this week.

Until next time~

TPJ.... OUT!

Michele
TPJ

Slackers raise your hands!

*HERE HERE HERE*

I know I neglect the blog so badly but at least once a week is better than nothing.

Seems things just never slow down. I've had a great time working the weekend Art & Craft shows lately and still have 3 more dates on the calendar. If I haven't had the chance to meet you prior be sure to come out to any of the next 3 to visit my booth and pick up some super hot Christmas gifts for the jewelry lover on your list.

Last weekend I had the pleasure of being in Madison, Kansas for their Fall Arts & Crafts show, even made the Emporia Gazette. Thank you all that came out to shop.

"Starr" was created in my downtime between getting my set up completed and the doors opening for business.

It features my favorite spur rowel pendant but with a twist this time. A gorgeous silver star really grabs your attention on this one. The long turquoise beads are quickly becoming a favorite of mine.

"Bit" earrings are a great compliment to the "Starr" necklace. They might be small but they are mighty.

And last but not least.... my fondness of cowgirl PinUps lives on.

"Honky Tonk" is already sold but that doesn't mean you have to miss out on all the fun. I have at least 6 new pinup girls coming this way! I'm so excited.

So if you are in the area you can catch "Nelli" and myself at the following destinations in the coming weeks:

Saturday November, 3rd
Cattleman's Day
Eureka, Kansas
9am-3pm

Friday November 9th
HolidayMart
Lucky Brewgrille
Mission, Kansas
6pm-10pm

Saturday November 17th
Holiday Crafts & Gifts
Burlington High School
Burlington, Kansas
9am-4pm

Hope to see you there!

Until then
xoxoxo

Peace, Love and peaches
~Michele
TPJ

Quickie!

Hey a "quickie" is better than nothing!

Here's a little sneak peek at what I've got to work on this coming week or two.

More beautiful-ness from the ever talented Etsy goddess Analiese:
I cant wait to work with these great pendants~! This has to be a favorite of mine for sure:

I am also working on a beautiful set of brown pearl and crystal necklaces and earrings for another fabulous Kansas City bride! My KC girls are just awesome and have some fabulous taste!

Well... I'm up to my ears in jewels and beads so i better get to working!

Next "live" performance (he he he) will be in Madison, Kansas on October 27th. Catch me there!

Until next time....

Peace, Love and Hot sauce
XOXO

Michele
TPJ

Stocking Up!

With all of the upcoming Art & Craft shows I've really been working hard on getting new pieces done. I think all of my creative juices have been put into jewelry thus leaving NOTHING witty to write for the Adorned blog. *sigh* So I guess I shall just share some of the newest pretties. That's what you're here for anyway isn't it?

This piece is without a name so far... and that is completely unlike me! So bring on the suggestions.

Beautiful Carnelian chips and frames accented by sterling silver and a fire opal Swarovski crystal. This piece is right in time for fall. Matching bracelet available.

Another "Cowgirls Dream" this time in Denim blues! Gorgeous Denim Lapis accented by blue fossil beads and sterling silver. This time the signature spur rowel is covered in Montana Blue Swarovski crystals.
You'll notice this one is a little on the "lighter" side since it is only 2 strand but believe me that doesn't effect its beauty!

This one is unnamed as well... see... I have no more creative abilities... its like kryptonite to Superman.

This pendant was such a find, beautiful turquoise and coral embedded in fun, fancy metal work. Although it is not sterling like I would have preferred it still has this ancient, antique feel to it that is just phenomenal.

My next entry will be dedicated to all the fun new earrings I've been making. Just a hint... each of the necklaces seen here have matching or complimenting earrings available too!

So until next time~

xoxo~
Michele
TPJ

Wishful thinking!

I think I'm jonesing for cooler weather because my latest pieces have been more suited to the Fall season. Lots of browns, turquoise and warm golden colors.



The most recent "Cowgirls Dream" in Turquoise, tiger eye and various glass and crystal beads.


This beauty has matching earrings available as well. Simple, but with this necklace you really don't need much more.

I have been looking at these Jade beads for at least 2 years now and have yet to come up with a great design to showcase them. Well finally... I figured it out!!!! This piece has yet to be named, give me your suggestions.

Its looking to be a wild Fall for TPJ this year, I've already signed up for 3 different craft/art shows and have the potential to pick up yet another. I'm excited but a bit nervous. Just hoping it all works out well and is profitable. If anyone wants to come help me work at any of them just let me know ;-) I don't pay well but I'm sure we can work out some nice jewelry benefits!

Until next time!

XOXO
Michele
TPJ

Oh and if you've ever wondered what keeps me busy... these 4 will surely answer that for you! This would be my motley crew of munchkins. Big D, Gidgett, Grace & Tator (no not their real names but what I call them out of pure love!) I'm a slacker of a mom so this is first day of school AFTER the fact! I was photographing some jewelry when my son asked "Why didn't you take a picture of us this morning mom?" UUmmmm I didn't have a good answer. I may never win the "Mom of the Year" award but I'm in the front running for "Most likely to run away to Mexico" LOL. Oh the trials and tribulations of a slacker mom!
Thank God they still love me even though I fail them at times!

Lets go back in time!

I've been so busy with my store at Etsy.com lately that I've neglected my blog. Bad me... bad bad me.

Although I've been super busy creating at home I've not managed to get my pictures loaded so I can share with you what I've been up to.

I can tell you that I've been super busy making beauties for a couple of beauties in my life... my BF Jess is celebrating her birthday Friday and for her I created a hot little necklace with a fabulous pinup girl pendant. My baby sister will be celebrating her birthday on Sunday and for her I found a beautiful dragonfly pendant. I really want to share these with you now but because they haven't seen the finished product you'll have to wait until next week to see them.

So for today I thought I'd give you a few of my favorite pieces from the past.

Aaahhh "Roni". This bracelet has to be my most favorite piece to date. I have a dear friend who ordered this to give this as a gift last Christmas. It was super time consuming but well worth every single second! I've never filled any piece of jewelery with more Murano glass and bali silver before in all my life, but I'd love to do it again. This bracelet is pretty heavy, i do remember that!

"Cowgirls Dream" how I love these! This one was the first all pink I had ever done and it went FAST last Christmas. I've learned a lot with these and have had a lot of trials and tribulations but they still continue to be one of my favorite designs to do. Features a genuine spur rowell with Swarovski crystals. Most of my "Cowgirls Dream" necklaces feature a triple strand necklace design with some of the coolest gemstones and glass. I'm working on a Turquoise and Tiger Eye one currently. I think its gonna look fabulous.

Here is a "Cowgirls Dream" in Black snowflake obsidian. Super cute and I believe it is still in the jewelry case at Jim's Cowboy Shop here in Emporia.

Well I hope these will entertain you for a little bit. Hopefully I can show off the girls' birthday presents this weekend... don't want to spoil the surprise!

XOXO
TPJ

Michele