Wrists or Ears... Ears or Wrists

Well today's goal was to get another blog entry done... and look at me 3 hours to spare!! I tell ya I'm an overachiever! NOT


As I sit here listening to my heater run constantly I am so thankful that my hobby is one that is indoors and not oh say.... competitive tree climbing! Kansas has decided to get darn chilly this week. Think we're done seeing above freezing for a few days. I want to move to my sisters in Alabama!



So, today I have for your optical delight.... a couple more cuffs and some new earrings! TA DAA!




"Santa Fe" earrings are so cute! Great crosses and turquoise:
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=19557798















"RockStarred" cuff features a great star concho and black crystal accents: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=19242831


"Paths" cuff makes a beautiful statement for you or your loved one: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=17972718

















"Lenox" earrings are the perfect match to the "Lenox" necklace! Or great on their own: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=19658022

So there are a few morsels for you to chew on for a bit! I will be busy busy busy over the next 2 months getting geared up for the first show of the 09 season. Watch out Claremore Oklahoma, Nelli and I are coming back to town!!!

Until next time~
Peace, love and Warm Blankets

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

Earring Addiction part II

Well considering I'm swamped with my 9-5, TPJ and the kids activities I think I'm doing pretty good to even remember i have a blog.


I had hung up my travelin' shoes to give myself and "Nelli" a break from doing the Art & Craft Shows but the AWESOME girls in Eureka have invited me to a fabulous event next week so Nellie and I will venture south once more before I take a little break for the season. I cannot even begin to tell all of you what a great group of gals the Eureka Cattlewomen are, they have become awesome followers and supporters of TPJ.



Now... on to my subject... Earring Addiction part II~!

"Caramel"- Gorgeous polymer clay by Sparklebee on Etsy.com. This gal is fantastic and so are these earrings. Super lightweight and very comfy.

"Billings Twist"- The perfect match to the "Billings" necklace on Etsy.com. Great little bit of spice to add to your collection.

"Gringo"- These were made to match the "Gringo" necklace but that darn thing flew off the "shelves" I'm in the process of making another so don't fret. These earrings are big but super lightweight and really fun. Get your Gypsy vibe on!

"Hearts"- These were requested by my daughter. Simple pink murano glass hearts with sterling silver. Not too long and perfect stocking stuffer for any little girl that loves pink. (Can be made with posts to make them a little shorter)

"Sorbet"- Now these are just a little more grown up... OK who am i kidding, these are totally Barbie!! Super cute pink swirled with sterling silver. What girlie girl wouldn't wear these?

"Sunkist"- Juicy orange wavy glass beads are just tasty looking. Very fun and bright.
"Plum"- Simple, elegant plum colored drops with sterling accents. Another great pair to have around.

Well... Blogger is mad and wont let me add any more pics... guess I will have to continue another time.

If you're in the area I'll be at:

HOLIDAY SHOWCASE Open House
WED. DECEMBER 5, 2007
5:30PM-8:00PM
EUREKA MEMORIAL HALL-North Oak Street

Until next time~
Peace, Love and Mistletoe

XOXO

Michele
TPJ

Earring addiction!

I think I've managed to form an earring addiction lately.

The "Love me Knot" earrings were originally designed for my aunt Marcia at the Spring Open House. This pair are done in a beautiful neutral Picasso jasper with sterling silver findings.

I love these earrings! "Minted" is the name of the bracelet that goes with these earrings. Beautiful mint alabaster faceted globe and Swarovski crystal with Bali silver accents. They may look big but as they say... "Go big or go home"!

The simplicity of "Graduated" appeals to just about anyone. These are a great "go to" pair of earrings when you are in a rush and just need to grab something and go!

"Wooded" are all kinds of earthy. The beautiful Picasso jasper and wooden looking beads are a great combination. Sterling silver swirls around the top 2 beads like a breeze.

"Global" look like little globes of the earth being cradled by beautiful Bali silver. I usually like bigger earrings but for some reason i think these make a great statement without being bigger than a thought. "Global" also go great with the Denim Blue "Cowgirls Dream" necklace featured in my last post.
Aaahh "Gypsy" how i relish the thoughts of wandering in search of wonderful treasures. These earrings are made to compliment the "Gypsy" necklace mentioned in the last entry.


So many earrings and only 2 ears... whats a girl to do? Oh that's right, buy them anyways, they are just like shoes, you can never have enough!

Until next time~
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!

Open For Business!

I am so excited! The brand new Etsy.com store is open for business!

Now I've only got 3 listings but its a start and I couldn't be more excited!

Here is a sneak peak of what is "For Sale" but please spread the word and check out the other amazing Artisans on Etsy.com, it truly is an awesome place to find anything handmade from paper goods, photography, scrap booking, pottery and even FOOD!


http://www.prairiejeweler.etsy.com/

"Hot Dots"~!! Fun and funky 20" necklace featuring black faceted glass beads accented by hot pink MOP (that's Mother of Pearl for those wondering) frames. This listing includes "cute as a button" "Dot" earrings to match... FOR FREE! Yes... freebies folks!!



"X's & O's" this is a woven Swarovski Pearl & Crystal bracelet that is perfect for any special occasion be it a wedding, dance or celebration. It measures 7" but because of the weave it easily stretches to 8" comfortably.
"Out West". This fun set is all about Cowgirl class! Calming Turquoise with the fire of Coral mixed with a fun silver concho, this combo is sure to be "Shiny"! Paired with matching coral and turquoise chandelier earrings you just cant go wrong.
Well until next time.... GO SHOPPING!!!

((Have i mentioned how excited i am?? ))