A Special Sunday

Some days are just more special than others.

Today, I woke up to 2 e-mails letting me know items of mine were featured in two different treasuries. Surprisingly, their theme was the same, but my items were different.

Thank you, Luiza and Susan, for featuring me among such talented artists.

Textile Wonders

I love to look at new ways to use fabric and thread, and no better place than etsy to do that. Aroluna, one of the many talented etsy jewelers, put together this list of items I am proud to be part of. What a beautiful selection! Just take a look and if you can't live without one (or many) of this items, go to the etsy treasury page and you can access it from there.

The Stunning Jewelry of Judy Ebert

A few weeks ago, through one of those fortunate encounters the internet allows, I came in contact with Judy Ebert and her stunning gemstone jewelry.

Her pieces will take your breath away just like they took mine; they make a statement, they have glamour, class, and they are oh, so beautiful.


She first started making jewelry using standard bead-stringing techniques, and while she still constructs many pieces this way, she now combines it with wire work, silver soldering, bead weaving, gem crochet, and Viking knit. She is also working with PMC silver and gold, and is planning to soon incorporate enameling and lost wax casting in her work.


Judy, who is a Floridian, says that she designs gemstone jewelry in an effort to channel her natural girlish creativity toward some legal activity. Well, we are all glad she picked jewelry design, and I don’t want to know what she would do otherwise.

You can see more of Judy's work at http://jbEbert.etsy.com

Mosaic Monday

During spring and summer, every other magazine has an article about beach wear. I love the look of those women in beach wear, wearing big jewelry. Unfortunately, I don't think I can pull that look off but if I could, I would love to wear these pieces:

If you would like to buy or to have more information about any item, just click on the description of the item. You will be taken to the item's etsy or artfire page.

1. 9DollarEarrings:Sunshine Breaks Through
2. MadMaggieDesigns: GO-GO
3. BellissimaDesigns: Blue Bell Earrings
4. CanadianRockies: Zabel - Blue Turquoise Oxidized Tear Drop Earrings

Mosaic Monday - Ladies in Red

I kind of feel ashamed to say so but I don't like red that much.... I know all colors are beautiful and each of them bring out the best in one another and blah, blah, blah... but if I have to pick something to wear or buy, it usually won't be red. Even so, I decided to make my Mosaic Monday in red because I got inspired by these pieces. I am sure it says a lot about the pieces!!!

If you would like to buy or to have more information about any item, just click on the description of the item. You will be taken to the item's etsy or artfire page.

1. Cleverindie: No Place Like Home
2. NothingButString: Marigold - Crocheted Choker
3. TuscanRoad: Black and Red Dangle Earrings
4. Janallsop: Influence - Original Mixed Media

Aesthetics of Failure 2

Remember the saga of the ugly scarf? This is the next chapter... After steam setting the dyes, I used my Shiva Paintstiks, which I love. If you have never used them, give them a try, whatever your medium is. They work is paper, fabric, wood... almost any medium!
Anyway, even my Shivas didn't help... this is what it looks right now:


So, I still have work to do. The Shivas will take a couple of days to dry and then I have to iron to finish the Shivas setting process. So, I have two days to come up with something else to do to change the Beast into Beauty!

It is sooo Tudors...

And I love it!

I have been working on this design for the last two months... Yeah, that long! But it was worth it. IMHO, it came out really nice and this particular one reminds me of medieval festivals, court and Ann Boleynn. The design is pretty flexible, though, and changing the silk gives it a whole new, modern look.

Don't be shy!!! Tell me what you think and if you love it, run to SilkArtFromBrazil.com or SilkArtFromBrazil.etsy.com.

Mosaic Monday

Etsy has millions of beautiful items, and jewelry is arguably the most popular category. So today I am featuring beautiful jewelry made by talented members of etsy secrets.

If you would like to buy or to have more information about any item, just click on the description of the item. You will be taken to the item's etsy or artfire page.

1. Jewels by Jules: Kyanite and Thai Silver Coiled Bracelet - Blue Tranquility
2. Studio 618: SALE - Simple Leaf Earrings
3. Rose of Sharon Jewelry: True Garnet - Handmade Silver and Red Garnet Chandelier Earrings
4. LindaB142: Clarity Purple Blue Waves Earrings

Top 10 Fall Colors

Fall is already here! Well, maybe not, but Pantone has already published their report on what colors will be the hit of the fall.

I went around etsy and had lots of fun picking items to exemplify the (beautiful!) fall colors. Take a look at Pantone's top 10 fall colors, as well as their comments about each color:

1) American Beauty, a wonderfully balanced, true red, perfect for all skin tones

by CJ: A Red Flower For You

2) Purple Heart brings a sense of refinement and sensuality

Fizzy Vintage:Charming Purple Flower Rose Belt and Pin

3) Honey Yellow carries the color of the year through to fall and winter with its golden tones

Gallarus: Citrine Coin Earrings

4) Iron coordinates well with all the palette. Neither gray nor brown, serves as the "new black"

Zilknits: Short Sleeved Cardigan

5) Creme Brulee', a grayed-down beige, speaks to the need of timeless neutrals.

Sweet Plume: Lulu Knot Dress

6) Nomad bridges the gap between beige and gray and, with the other two neutrals, can stand alone or anchor the other colors in the palette.

Laughing Chicken: Incredibly Soft Wrap Shawl

7) Burnt Sienna is a deepened, earthy shade of orange that reminds us of autumn sunset

Handmade Baby Love: Baby Loafer Booties

8) Rapture Rose enlivens the more traditionally subdued fall hues

CutPastePrint: Archival Print

9) Warm Olive, a rich yellow green, adds a touch of elegance to fall

Painted Horse: Reawakening Bracelet

10) Majolica Blue, a deep teal blue, brings more vibrancy than the usual navy

NicolasDesigns: Patchwork Skirt

I know I shouldn't say so myself but...

I am just in love with my Whimsical series of hand painted silk jewelry. So perfect for spring and summer.

I have to share!

Mosaic Monday

It's Monday again! Day of the beautiful mosaic selection.

If you would like to buy or to have more information about any particular item, just click on the description of the item. You will be taken to the item's etsy page.

1. DeanDyment: Untitled Original monotype
2. StarryBlueSky: Parisian Boulangerie No. 2
3. CindyPack: SWEET TALKIN LOVER pure silver fused heart link BRACELET
4. UnaTiaEspecial: Zebra Pride Car Charm

Etsy Secrets Mosaic Monday

From now on, every Monday will be Mosaic Day!

Every Monday I will be featuring 4 fabulous items created by fellow Etsy Secrets members.

If you would like to buy or to have more information about any particular item, just click on the description of the item. You will be taken to the etsy page where the
item is listed.

1. Jmliss: The Horse Whisperer
2. KelleyLivingston: Spring Garden Greeting Card
3. BeeYourselfDesigns: Quilted Mini Laptop Cover
4. 88Links: Eye of Horus Protective Talisman

Wired Cuff... of, so beautiful

I am taking advantage of being "stranded" in Baltimore for 6 weeks, doing a lot of interesting stuff.

I found Beadazzled, a super friendly beads store, and took a couple of classes there. One of the teachers was Cas Webber, and she taught how to make this wire cuff... I just love it!