Saving to say "I DO"

It is Cyber Monday and I hope all of you are enjoying the terrific sales! I wanted to share a wonderful sale for a terrific cause...fellow Trade-a-holic Nitelily3 is offering a 20% discount in all of her shops today. Her main goal is to raise $1,100 so that she can travel to marry her fiance who is currently on active duty. HOW ROMANTIC!!! Please check out her shops and help her raise her plane fare!!!!
Nitelily3 - hand sewn purses, arm warmers, etc.
Nitelilykids - hand sewn children items
Nitelilyglamour - special occassion accessories

Lets help Nitelily3 marry her heroic sweetheart and start a beautiful life together!!!

OH, and I forgot to mention that I will be donating a pair of 10mm pearl earrings in honor of Nitelily3's sale. Receive one entry for every item you purchase from her shop! Happy Shopping!
Julie

Raspberry and Chocolate

Mmmmm....raspberry and chocolate is a winning combination! And it looks stellar in this beautifully embroidered Christmas stocking by Maddiebee123!

Or if you are a purest with your chocolate, be sure to visit Lisa's Hillside Bakery and drool over her amazing fudge, candy, and chocolate bark options. Yummmmmm...

Happy Shopping!
Julie

Glassredefined...and gorgeous!

It was hard to pick my favorite piece from Glassredefined's shop! I was torn between the Twin Tiny Toadstools Painted Seaglass in 14k Gold Filled and the Beachy Butterflies in Solid Sterling Silver (pictured). In the end, the intricate wire work of the earrings won out for me :). I can not wait to give these earrings from Glassredefined to my SIL (she is going to love them!).Happy Shopping!
Julie

My Personal Favorites...

People love to give me a hard time because you will sooner catch me without jewelry or just wearing simple studs than wearing my gemstone designs. It is not that I do not LOVE gems...I am just a simple kind of girl. No fuss, no muss. My little princess checks my outfit out every morning and will send me back up stairs with a "Oh! Poor Mommy! You are not wearing a necklace!"

Lately; however, I have been wearing my new designs religiously and I wanted to share them with you. First is the Birthstone Necklace. Of course I am wearing the Blue Zircon (my bday is right around the corner). So sweet and simple, this delicate piece goes with EVERYTHING!My other go to piece are the chain earrings. I wear these when I am feeling a little funky and want to draw some attention. They add just enough drama with their unique sparkle.Finally, is the Date Necklace. The Satellite Bead Chain is just dainty elegance.These are just a few of my current favorites. Please check out my shops to see if something catches your eye!

Happy Shopping!
Julie

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle...

There are so many ways to be environmentally conscience (recycle cans, compost instead of throwing out old food, etc.) and now there is a way to do it in style! Take a look at Nitelilykids Large Reusable Burp Cloths/Unpaper Towels. I know that this would be great for my family of little mess makers!

Nitelilykids also has two other wonderful shops: NiteLilyDesigns (handbags and accessories) and the new NiteLilyGlamour.

Happy Shopping!
Julie

On the 5th Day of Christmas...

My true love gave to me! 5 Golden rings!!! While Muffintopdesigns does have this exact item (Simply Stacked Golden Brass Rings $18), I am totally in love with her One Simply Stacked Sterling Silver Ring - Beaded ($11). In fact, I will be getting my own shortly! Take a look at her wonderful selection and unbeatable prices, you will not be disappointed!Happy Shopping!
Julie

Blooming Beauty!!!

Ok, we are on a roll b/c yesterday's posted Peppermint Tutu has sold...so here is Tuesday's selection: Cherry Blossom Ring. How gorgeous is this?!?

So creative to decorate your hand with a lovely flower that we usually see in your hair. Added bonus is that MrsSMeow is only charging $4! What a steal!

Happy Shopping!
Julie

'Tis the Season

To start SHOPPING!!!! The race is on and I know everyone is searching for the best presents for little ones and big kids alike. To get in the holiday mood I wanted to share this adorable peppermint tutu from thegirlyplace.

Peppermint Kisses - Red and white Christmas or Winter tutu perfect for your little snow queen.


This is putting me in the holiday spirit already! Happy shopping everyone!


Hugs,
Julie

Friday Favorites 11/13

Fun and plush is my Friday theme, considering how gray and rainy it is today. Take a look at these cute snugglies!!!Puppy suited lovie by loviesformybabies can be customized! My daughter LOVES dolls much to my chagrin. Personally, I am a fan of stuffed animals ;)

How amazing is this felted wool vase?? I honestly have no idea how this is created so I am in awe of valeriesgallery.

Ok, this is more my speed...how cute!!! Pudgy Grape Jelly Plush Bird is made by bubbletime. If this little guy tickles your fancy you must check out the other adorable plushies.

And last, but not least, Petunia the Pig by MiChiMa. Now don't you just want to take her home!

Hugs and snugglies!
Julie

Vote for Me Please!

Vote for my Breeze earrings on Studio Haus blogspot!
http://studiohaus.blogspot.com/2009/11/hints-of-red-features.html
Thank you!
Julie

See Mommy Sew Tutorial Contest

See Mommy Sew blog is hold a Tutorial Contest and giving away great prizes to those you participate (a pair of my pearl drop earrings are one of the prizes!)

The contest rules are:
-must be a new tutorial, created in November (can be sewing, knitting, embroidery, a technique, anything as long as it is crafty).
-you can enter as many as you like.
-leave a comment on this post with a link to your tutorial and permission to post pics of it here.

Here is a link to the contest: See Mommy Sew Blog

I can not wait to see everyone's great ideas!

- Julie