Beadgrrrl

2008-09-03T07:21:00.000-07:00

CrAzY SALE!

RIDICULOUS prices on gorgeous pieces.
Think Christmas!

Prices starting at $4.00!

No reserve auctions at my Ebay Store

One of a kind, when they're gone they're gone!

2008-07-30T20:44:00.001-07:00

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I made a video!

2008-07-23T10:21:00.001-07:00

Here's a little video I made with some new pieces, mostly earrings. Some older favorites are included!

I apologize in advance for the ear-worm music!

Spring has Sprung!

2008-04-30T09:58:00.000-07:00

And I've got the creative bug again...finally.
It's been a long long winter.

I've got some new pieces with some gorgeous gemstones.
I'm into multi gem pieces lately. They seem to go with anything you wear.
I made a bracelet for myself and I find that I keep reaching for it again and again, a great everyday piece.

This one should be called kitchen sink, it has so many different stones in it!
Obsidian, Jade, Turquoise, Carnelian, Pearl, Fluorite etc. etc. I love it!

This one is Apple Green and Blue Turquoise with Bali Sterling:

I also have some new earrings and a multi-stone necklace.

Everything is on Ebay or Etsy or My beadgrrrl.com site :)

I have some new copper pieces that I will be listing soon.
Burnished copper with Turquoise, Czech glass and carnelian and some earrings.
The earrings are going to be on Niobium ear wires which are perfect for people with sensitive ears as the a hypoallergenic, non reactive metal. All my earrings can be ordered with Niobium wires for those who have allergic reactions to metals.

All for now!

LONG TIME NO BLOG

2008-01-22T05:42:00.000-08:00

was in a serious rut I believe.
With the Holidays and all, it was so hectic here.
But now that everything has calmed down I can get back to my jewelry.
I've recently ordered a LOT of new stones. I am waiting for them all to be delivered and then I can PLAY! Lots of turquoise & agate, carnelian & jade. Some gorgeous stones.
Here are some new pieces, all available on beadgrrrl.com

Multi Stone Bracelet with Turquoise, Coral, Amethyst, Jasper, Labradorite & Tiger Eye with Sterling Accents.

Large Hematite beads with an awesome Bali Sterling Silver Toggle & beads

Czech Picasso Bead & Sterling Bracelet with free earrings!

Freshwater Pearl Dangle Bracelet. The colors on these pearls are so pretty.
I have them in pastel also

My favorite...a Swarovski Cube bracelet in rainbow colors. I've been wanting to make this bracelet ever since I saw a tutorial for it online, years ago.

and last but not least, an amethyst link bracelet. This one isn't on the site yet because I can't get a decent picture of it, but I will soon!

Couple more for the night!

2007-06-04T20:01:00.000-07:00

I've had this idea in my head for ages.
I finally got around to it!
First, Bridal Party Bracelets.
These are made to match your colors, and have Sterling heart charms
Matching necklaces & Earrings can be made.

Then same- thing- only- different, Initial Charm Birthstone Bracelets
You pick the crystal colors and the Initial (of course) .
It's a nice Graduation or Teacher gift, or for any occasion for that matter!

That's all for now, 'nite!

Real Quick...

2007-06-04T09:44:00.001-07:00

I've been on this 'puter WAY too long today!
But before I go, I have to post these new designs
Hope you like them!

Amethyst Noodle Bracelet with a very nice Bali Focal bead

Step Cut, Faceted Ametrine Gold Filled Noodle Bracelet.
Amethyst & Citrine in the same stone.

Double Strand Bali Bead & Swarovski bracelet with a
gorgeous Bali Box clasp. Lot of silver in this one!

And last but not least, a thick Sterling Chain with
a Satin Glass Pink heart. Simple & Sweet!

Gotta go, I'll post the links to where these can
be purchased later on today!

Update! Link are up!

Latest & Greatest...

2007-05-25T04:02:00.000-07:00

Click to enlarge photos

First up is another lampwork Bracelet. I got these beads at a bead show last year & have kept them in my stash until now. They're hand made by 2Sisters lampwork in Pa. Nice neutral colors.
on eBay

These are Apatite nuggets. They are the most beautiful shade of watery blue-green
I just love them! The rest of the bracelet is sterling 'noodle' beads. Strong, but so light & comfortable to wear.
Makes a very elegant piece of jewelry.
on eBay

Next up is an old but new again Necklace that I really love.
It's Karen Hill Tribe Starfish pendant, Turquoise & Bali Silver.
Turquoise continues to be popular
on eBay

Last but not least is an anklet.
I have a similar one in all silver that I wear all summer.
My neighbor saw it & ordered one.
Another neighbor saw it & ordered 2
Yet another neighbor saw it & ordered one.

So I guess that means I should put them on eBay eh?
These are so whisper light & dainty, but they are STRONG.
Can be made in almost any color also...

on Ebay

Other things...
I have SO much to do today.

I have a hair appointment at 9

I have friends coming over tonight after dinner for cocktails & dessert, so I have to whip up something for that

The house is a mess (heah- I can't make jewelry & clean at the same time now can I???)

*I HAVE TO BUY CAT LITTER TODAY!!!*

Pool chemicals! I have to put some stuff in the pool. I have NO idea what I'm doing, but I got the water tested yesterday at the pool place and $187 later I now have the chemicals to 'fix' the water. Hooo-Rah.

Oh and DS just called, he forgot he needs his POKER CHIPS for Casino Day in Math class.
So I have to drop them off too...
Poker chips for math class. My tax dollars at work ;)

I'm on a small Roll

2007-05-21T11:08:00.000-07:00

I'm using so much Turquoise I can now spell it correctly without spell check

A couple of new things today.
The one above is a Mixed up Gemstone Bracelet.
Carnelian, Coral, Turquoise & Some Hill Tribe & Bali Silver
Also a cute little Gecko Charm

This one is Turquoise & Brecciated Jasper Ovals
the Jasper is more red in person, I need to take another picture
There's also Bali Silver & a Greenman Charm

These are a pair of earrings that I made from some beads
that were given to me from some custom work I did.
They're lamp work, but I think they might be imported Lamp work
They're mixed with Swarovski's & some really pretty bead caps.
I think they turned out quite pretty :)

As Usual, everything's on eBay

One more!

2007-05-20T19:26:00.000-07:00

A Gecko and Turquoise pillow bead bracelet. I love these stones!
This one has a Southwest feel to it.

on eBay

Some new pieces

2007-05-19T19:18:00.000-07:00

Click to enlarge pics :)

I'm starting to make more of the stained glass bracelets
that were so popular last summer.
I have a new one in Yellow & one in rich marine blues!

Once these links are gone, they're GONE. I only have a few left.

They're both on eBay

I also listed gorgeous plum colored Lampwork
Bead bracelet. The beads are from Kerry Bogert.
She is an incredible glass artist.

The picture doesn't do this piece justice!

I am shooting for Monday to start making a collection of Floral Lampwork pieces.
Something Really different!

Pools & Pearls

2007-05-14T06:51:00.000-07:00

First the Pearls, a double strand of Copper-Green Peacock Pearls. They're SO pretty in person. Taken with the new camera with almost NO editing. Just a little brightening. Click on the pic for a bigger view. It's on eBay for a lower price.

On the Swimming pool front. What a MESS. We/they mis-measured and this pool is going to take up 75% of the yard. UGH. I never liked that 'look'. But I'll live with it. I guess we'll make it into a spa backyard, HA. We'll have to move the swing set, don't know if we can even put a deck on the pool. Have to move the shed, the playhouse. Fix the side yard. A case of 'if you give a mouse a cookie..."

I'll post pics soon!

More Sale items added!

2007-05-13T10:18:00.000-07:00

Most of the items that were on sale are almost gone!
I have added a few more just now,

Another Cranberry Pearl Bracelet with a nice Toggle Clasp:

A Double Stand Bronze Pearl & Swarovski Crystal Bracelet:

A Floral Glass, Sterling & Crystal Bracelet with a Leaf Clasp:

And a pair of Basic Black & Sterling Crystal Earrings with Leverbacks:

I got a new Digital camera for Mother's Day! Although my old one was nice, this one has more MP than the old one. I have to get used to it though...all the pics I'm taking come out blurry. Might have to actually read the manual!!!

New Earrings

2007-05-07T10:17:00.001-07:00

A couple of new Earrings today.
Turquoise Nuggets & Heishi with Hill Tribe hammered Circle charms.
Un-retouched photo! It was so sunny out today!

These are just some cute, simple Juicy Orange Crystal Earrings.
The Crystal color is "Sun' How appropriate :)
I'm planning on making a Fruit 'collection' Cherries, Plums, Pears, Peaches etc.

They're both on Etsy now.
eBay is killing me with their fees!
There's a lot of talented peeps over at Etsy, you should check it out!
All for now!

New pair of Rose Earrings

2007-05-06T15:22:00.000-07:00

This is a new pair of Rose Lamp work Earrings. Similar to the last pair, only not as long. They have some new Bali Leaf Motif Bead caps that I just got in. They're really sweet! They're on eBay & Etsy now. I'm making some necklace pendants to go with them coming up soon. I also have a newish turquoise nugget bracelet listed on eBay. It's simple, but I like simple!

I have to say eBay sales STINK lately. Apparently it's across the board. A lot of other people I know are experiencing the same thing. Hopefully once it warms up. Which reminds me, I'm going to be listing some anklets soon. And some earring 'wardrobes' More about that later.
Have a nice rest-of-the-weekend!

More things added!

2007-05-04T20:37:00.000-07:00

To the Remodel sale.
Including a Grape Glass & Onyx Bracelet & a Peacock Pearl bracelet.
Go bid, they're only $5 to start :) Makes a nice Teacher gift for the end of the year.

On the homefront...DD is still sick, runny nose, cough, etc. 6 kids in her class were out sick this week. It's SPRING for goodness sakes! The creeping crud is supposed to be gone! I suspect my cold symptoms will start soon (again). I'm sick of getting sick when they get sick. Ratty kids coughing all over each other *grumble*

It was GORGEOUS weather here today. Perfect, sunny warm & breezy. We went to the mall for dinner at the food court & a little shopping for summer clothes for the kids. Arby's is terrible anymore, BTW. I don't know *what* kind of beef they use, but it looks more like a brown sponge cut into slices than it does real beef. Even their fries were lousy. Waste of $7.

Hope to get some new designs up tomorrow, stay tuned!

The sale has begun!

2007-05-03T18:37:00.000-07:00

The Remodeling sale has begun! I have listed 7 items so far, with many more to come. .
Prices for the bracelets start at only $5 at eBay. I have many more things to list.

Everything is in the eBay store

Website overhaul

2007-05-02T20:07:00.000-07:00

I need to overhaul my site. I also need to have a remodeling sale. I need to make way for new designs! I have so many ideas I can't stand it. But since I'm the only one doing the website too, it will take a little while. I want to have not SO many pieces at once. So the stock is constantly rotating. Also a place to keep custom order pieces, like name bracelets, Mother's bracelets, etc. I'll probably start the sale the end of the week.

I have a whole bunch of new crystals & some Bali Silver coming in. Can't wait until it arrives, it's like Christmas! I will be posting a lot of new earring designs and a few lampwork bracelets & things.

I have this pendant made that needs to go up for auction. It's the last piece from a set of lampwork beads I bought at a show. They're really much prettier in person! I need a better picture.

Stay tuned for info about the remodeling sale and new designs!

Monday, Monday...

2007-04-30T05:29:00.000-07:00

Well that weekend went quick! DH had off on Friday for a gold tourney that got rained out. I felt bad for him. He did get to do some stuff around the house though, like finish painting the ceilings in the kitchen!!! WHOO HOO, it's been a year since the remodel and it's finally DONE! I am so happy.

Saturday night we went out to eat for my BIL's b-day. We went to a place called Villa Barone's, i Downtown Collingswood. OMG it was SO good. I had Filet Mignon w/ crab & a Gorgonzola cream sauce. Came with Mized Julienne veggies & Polenta which was very good. I never had Polenta before.

Sunday we had my parents over for dinner. I made Chicken Francaise from an 'America's Test Kitchen' recipe. I thought it was OK. Everyone else liked it. It was a lot of work for such a simple recipe. I also made Mixed veggie 'Ribbons'. Yello squash, zucchini & Carrot sliced this w/a peeler then cooked a couple of minutes with butter. Well I overcooked them naturally. BLEH.

Today I have to go get the permit for the pool. I HOPE I have eveything I need. Still have to order that stupid sand.

On the jewelry front:

I listed a lot on eBay yesterday. It took me forever. Here's a summary:

Red Rose Earrings:

Pink Rose Earrings:

Bordeaux Dangles (Rare color only in Europe supposedly)

Olivine Dangles on Sale:

I really do like the way the Roses turned out. I can also get them in a pale yellow. I just might have to... I can picture them with Jonquil Swarovski's oooohhhh, ahhhhhh.

I have an idea to somehow list custom color crystal earrings. To match a specific dress, top, etc. They'd be relatively inexpensive, but completely custom. U pick the colors. I'd offer a couple different styles. I have to work on that one.

'tis all for now, there's errands to run, laundry to do, etc. etc. etc *sigh*

Finally...

2007-04-26T18:34:00.000-07:00

Finally I feel better today, Yeah! Right after the last kid got on the bus I went straight to the Inspection station to get my car inspected. OK, I lied, I stopped at McDonald's for an Egg McMuffin & OJ, but I skipped lunch so it's allowed. After getting lost for a bit, as usual, I made it through inspection no line, no problems. Then I had to do registration which I found out DH has to renew since the car is leased in his name. Then Got the oil changed, went grocery shopping and was back by 11 ish. Not too shabby. Fascinating huh? Heah, be happy I spared you the scintillating details about how the lady in front of me in line at the Acme had bad chicken and held me up FOREVER...

Reminder to self: Order 4 tons of sand tomorrow for the pool. We're having an above ground pool installed in May. I hope I don't regret it. I REALLY wanted an in ground, but there's so many other things around here that we would like to do that it wasn't practical. The yard is going to be all pool. I hope I can convince DH to spend the money to deck it all in so it's seamless looking, like this one:

I like that look. The pool we're getting is oval also.
On the jewelry front, I got in my findings for the rosebud earrings. I'll post them tomorrow. I can't wait to make them. I also got in some unusual Swarovski crystal colors. A rich Bordeaux color, one called Sun, which is BRIGHT orange, and some brandy coated ruby. I love them all, of course. I also have a pendant I'm working on. It's the last piece of a Lemon Lime lampwork set I got at a show last year. I think it's the last piece...

Misc ramblings...
Survivor was awesome tonight! God I love the Yau Man. I want him to win. I was glad to see that moron Mookie go home. I have to say Alex was pretty smart, he saved his own arse tonight by stabbing his friend in the back. Karma baby! He'll be gone next week anyway, if he doesn't win immunity that is. Or find the idol. OH I'd love it if he found Yau Man's fake idol and presented it at Tribal Council. Can you imagine?! That would be classic.

GO YAU MAN!

New for this week

2007-04-25T18:38:00.000-07:00

Thought I may as well start a blog. Everyone has a blog, right? If not just for showing the things I make, but to also keep in touch with people, use as a diary (sorta) same as everyone else does with a blog I suppose.

Anywho, I went to a bead show a month or so ago and got a lot of silver. I spent a looong time at the Bali & Hill Tribe booth. It was wall to wall people. Had to play do-si-do to be able to see everthing. I hate that it's all sold by the gram. I always go into cardiac arrest when I get my total! But all that silver is SO gorgeous I can't resist.

I got some pretty Hill Tribe Beadcaps that I used for earrings with some Swarovski Teardrops in Parparadsha (MY fave) and Chrystolite:

And in Tanzanite:

I love how they turned out! I have one more set of beadcaps left, same thing only a little larger. I'm thinking Jonquil (light yellow) in round shape for the crystal. Yellow is supposed to be in this summer.

I also got some pretty vine motif Bali Beads , clasps & Earring findings. So far I've only made these earrings:

They are made with the new Swarovski color Dark Coral Red in Cosmic cut (I think, might be Helix?) I really love the color. I think they turned out pretty.

I made a couple of bracelets too. This one is Chunky Amethyst nuggets...they're HUGE. Rustic looking with Bali beads in between:

I want to make on in Citrine too. But that's another day!

I also made another stained glass Bracelet from the links I got from Kathy Lev. She does beautiful stained glass work.

I have more links I should really do earrings & pendants. I always get stuck on pendants for some reason.

OOh I almost forgot. A couple of weeks ago I got some really pretty lampwork roses in red over on Etsy. Well I got some in PINK also. They're SO cute. I know exactly what I'm going to do with them. It involved green glass leaves & crystals. I'm waiting on some findings for them. Hopefully I'll have them done and on eBay next week.

On a side note. Whatever creeping crud DD brought home from school last week has not infected me. It's a given...she gets sick, I get sick. No matter how much Airborne of EmergenC I take. It's hard when they cough in your face by mistake. Grrr. My throat is KILLING me. I hate that. NyQuil helps, but makes me a zombie the next day. I had a lot to do this week too. Get the car inspected, registration, oil change, hair cut/color, etc. Speaking of hair, I think I need to change places. I LOVE the way my stylist cuts and colors my hair but it's just too expensive. Last time I went it was $225. For a cut & color. I do not live in NYC. That is a lot to me. Especially every month. Cripes. I have an appt. Friday, might be my last with them. We'll see.