It's been awhile since I've used this platform, and for those wondering, I've moved to http://crysalliscreations.com , so if you are still interested in reading my random updates with my jewelry making journey and / or my beads then please follow me there!
Looking forward to seeing you!
May 2, 2013
June 13, 2012
Been awhile..... LOL so sorry, but I am really really a bad bad BAD blogger. I am on so many social networks right now and sometimes I feel like that I am pretty talked out! LOL
So yes you can find me on Plurk, and I am now also on Facebook! So if you miss my rambling, you can find me here: http://www.facebook.com/CrysallisCreations but I doubt it... :P
Let's see... I would say the most exciting update in my life will be becoming part of a great Etsy street team! Etsy's Best Kept Secret team!
It's a very very small team, though I've known a few of the members for a few years now, but these ladies are quickly becoming like family! I adore each and everyone of them! Here's a little peek at one of our team collage that I've made from a few months back, with some of their items!
Isn't this a great collection of artisans? Diverse offerings from great individuals, we have people who focus creating with wire, lace jewelry maker, vintage inspired pieces, and of course metalsmiths! If you ever get an opportunity to work with any one of us, you will know that each of us are as true and genuine as you expected! And we all worked hard to offer the kind of service that we as buyers want to receive as well!
You can keep up with our team updates here on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Etsys-Best-Kept-Secrets/164341693617189
Oh and just a little hint..... in celebrating our Team fanpage fan growth by leaps and bound lately, we are brewing up something fun as a team! So do keep a close watch either on my page, or become a fan to EBKS (Etsy's Best Kept Secret) Team fanpage! It'll be a great chance to get to know us and what we offer!
Until next time!!
XO
So yes you can find me on Plurk, and I am now also on Facebook! So if you miss my rambling, you can find me here: http://www.facebook.com/CrysallisCreations but I doubt it... :P
Let's see... I would say the most exciting update in my life will be becoming part of a great Etsy street team! Etsy's Best Kept Secret team!
It's a very very small team, though I've known a few of the members for a few years now, but these ladies are quickly becoming like family! I adore each and everyone of them! Here's a little peek at one of our team collage that I've made from a few months back, with some of their items!
Isn't this a great collection of artisans? Diverse offerings from great individuals, we have people who focus creating with wire, lace jewelry maker, vintage inspired pieces, and of course metalsmiths! If you ever get an opportunity to work with any one of us, you will know that each of us are as true and genuine as you expected! And we all worked hard to offer the kind of service that we as buyers want to receive as well!
You can keep up with our team updates here on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Etsys-Best-Kept-Secrets/164341693617189
Oh and just a little hint..... in celebrating our Team fanpage fan growth by leaps and bound lately, we are brewing up something fun as a team! So do keep a close watch either on my page, or become a fan to EBKS (Etsy's Best Kept Secret) Team fanpage! It'll be a great chance to get to know us and what we offer!
Until next time!!
XO
April 2, 2011
SATeam is having a Mother's Day Giveaway Event!
It's true. Mother's Day is on the 8th of May, so we put our heads together and came up with this fabulous event to give away some handmade jewelry.
There won't be just one winner in the giveaway, but three! You heard right. There will be three gift certificates, one for 100 $, one for 50 $ and one for 25 $.
You can choose one or more items from the different participating shops if you win one of them! Now is that cool or is that COOL?
It's really easy to enter. Go to the team blog, you'll find all the necessary information there!
November 30, 2010
Holiday seasons....
A good thing!! For most I guess.... but sometimes during holiday season is the most stressful for me at least!! Especially during Christmas time!! GAH!!
So I think I am fairly prepped for my fund raising event for Make-A-Wish Foundation here at Hong Kong, which will start tomorrow December 1st through the 26th, along with many many other things that's scheduled to be done... o.O
But of course... I had to also play with some blings right? So I did... :P finished with this project that I've been working on on-and-off for a few weeks now I think...
Antiqued Lyra by *CrysallisCreations on deviantART
TaDa!!! this is what I've been working on, on and off sort of speak... When I first started the frame work looked like Taj Mahal, then it turned into a flower pot... THEN it turned into looking like lyra! HA
freeform wirearapped with oxydized Sterling Silver wire, GEM Beer Quartz brio, Artisan made boro lampwork by Kristan of Redside Designs, Ruby, Kyanite, Rhodolite Garnet, Peridot, Citrine, Pyrite randomly used... finished with a strip of Native American made leather strip... :)
freeform wirewrapping is not my forte, but sometimes some just asked to be made this way I guess...
So I think I am fairly prepped for my fund raising event for Make-A-Wish Foundation here at Hong Kong, which will start tomorrow December 1st through the 26th, along with many many other things that's scheduled to be done... o.O
But of course... I had to also play with some blings right? So I did... :P finished with this project that I've been working on on-and-off for a few weeks now I think...
Antiqued Lyra by *CrysallisCreations on deviantART
TaDa!!! this is what I've been working on, on and off sort of speak... When I first started the frame work looked like Taj Mahal, then it turned into a flower pot... THEN it turned into looking like lyra! HA
freeform wirearapped with oxydized Sterling Silver wire, GEM Beer Quartz brio, Artisan made boro lampwork by Kristan of Redside Designs, Ruby, Kyanite, Rhodolite Garnet, Peridot, Citrine, Pyrite randomly used... finished with a strip of Native American made leather strip... :)
freeform wirewrapping is not my forte, but sometimes some just asked to be made this way I guess...
November 21, 2010
BLOG #2 for the day!!
ah yes.... first off, let's hope I won't give a certain German a heart attack by doing so....
BUT seriously people!! If you haven't check out the Scavenger Hunt held by the Polymer Clay Smoosher Guild on ArtFire, you are REALLY SERIOUSLY missing out on some great prizes!!! I know the keyword FREE means a lot to a lot of people this holiday season, so why not try to win one of these gorgeous artisan crafted piece of jewelry for your mom, daughter, girlfriend, or even for yourself!!! I honestly don't mind owning a few more from these great artisan myself but.... can't be too greedy now can I? So I am willing to share... teehee....
Here are the prizes!!! Aren't they amazing?? You can find more details at their Guild Blog here: http://polymerclaysmooshers.blogspot.com/2010/11/smooshers-holiday-scavenger-hunt.html and really... it is honestly not as hard as I thought.... and yes I am willing to share and I promise you will not be on my blackbook if you enter!!!
Have fun!!! And good luck!!! :D
BUT seriously people!! If you haven't check out the Scavenger Hunt held by the Polymer Clay Smoosher Guild on ArtFire, you are REALLY SERIOUSLY missing out on some great prizes!!! I know the keyword FREE means a lot to a lot of people this holiday season, so why not try to win one of these gorgeous artisan crafted piece of jewelry for your mom, daughter, girlfriend, or even for yourself!!! I honestly don't mind owning a few more from these great artisan myself but.... can't be too greedy now can I? So I am willing to share... teehee....
Here are the prizes!!! Aren't they amazing?? You can find more details at their Guild Blog here: http://polymerclaysmooshers.blogspot.com/2010/11/smooshers-holiday-scavenger-hunt.html and really... it is honestly not as hard as I thought.... and yes I am willing to share and I promise you will not be on my blackbook if you enter!!!
Have fun!!! And good luck!!! :D
November 20, 2010
My Musing Muse.....
as most of you know by now, I am basically a hoard.... of all things bling, of all things artistic, of all things handmade. So when I had the opportunity to own a few artisan made filigree that's made by a good friend of mine, I had to jump on such opportunity!!! Meganne Woodland is such an amazing filigree artist that I was proud to call her my friend, and I was ecstatic when I was able to own a few of her pieces, though it's more like a challenge, as she wanted to see what will happen when I work with her pieces, if they'll turn out so different from her own style....
Fairy? by *CrysallisCreations on deviantART
So here's what I did. The main focal of this new necklace is on that filigree made by Meganne. The rest just flowed....
I hope you're happy with what I've done Meganne!! XO Thank you! For giving me such a great opportunity to play with one of your gorgeous piece!
Fairy? by *CrysallisCreations on deviantART
So here's what I did. The main focal of this new necklace is on that filigree made by Meganne. The rest just flowed....
I hope you're happy with what I've done Meganne!! XO Thank you! For giving me such a great opportunity to play with one of your gorgeous piece!
October 24, 2010
Pearls, pearls, pearls
Do you know the song "Girls, girls, girls" by Sailor? It always takes me back hearing that song. As I'm an oldie listening to the oldie radio station, I hear it quite often.
"Girls, girls, girls. Yellow, red, black or white, add a little bit of moonlight ..." Oh, so no politically correct any more, but hey, those were the 70s.
Funny enough hearing that song today took me to a different road.
How about "Pearls, pearls, pearls. Silver, peach, brown or gold, great to look at and great to hold ...". Oh come on, so I am no song writer. You still get the drift, don't you? I never used to be much of a pearl person. As a cancerian I was always a little disappointed that my birthstone was not even a stone. A sparkly one, preferrably. With a deep color and fire. But no, I got pearls, the stuff that old ladies wore.
I have grown up since. And I have learned. And now - oh, let's stop the talking.
Have a look at these and tell me it doesn't itch in your fingers to use them.
Just click on the picture. You know you want to ....
You'd like to know more about pearls? Check out this post!
"Girls, girls, girls. Yellow, red, black or white, add a little bit of moonlight ..." Oh, so no politically correct any more, but hey, those were the 70s.
Funny enough hearing that song today took me to a different road.
How about "Pearls, pearls, pearls. Silver, peach, brown or gold, great to look at and great to hold ...". Oh come on, so I am no song writer. You still get the drift, don't you? I never used to be much of a pearl person. As a cancerian I was always a little disappointed that my birthstone was not even a stone. A sparkly one, preferrably. With a deep color and fire. But no, I got pearls, the stuff that old ladies wore.
I have grown up since. And I have learned. And now - oh, let's stop the talking.
Have a look at these and tell me it doesn't itch in your fingers to use them.
Just click on the picture. You know you want to ....
You'd like to know more about pearls? Check out this post!
October 9, 2010
Me & Facebook - Romance or Disaster in the making???
So yeah.... I jumped!! After being nagged and shuffed and pulled and pushed by many many MANY others from all around me, now I am officially on Facebook GASP!!!
and I thought such will happen without too many others noticing...... guess I was wrong... but really! I must have broke some kind of record for spamming all my plurk buddies with my constant nags for helps and ask them to "like" me, etc. etc..... so at the end of the day (24 hours) I was able to manage to set up both fan pages! HA! THANK YOU All suckers!! ROFLL!!!! ah no, really! I really really do appreciate all your help and by not disown me from your plurk friends' list due to my spammy messages through my waking hours.... Thank YOU!! :D
So if you are not yet my "friend" or "fan" on my FB pages yet, please add me! I am fairly sure that I can do a good job entertaining you and spam you occasionally with my shop listings and poke you through the days, all of these entertaining to say the least right?? so look that way -----------------------------> you'll see those lovely widget/badge thingamajig for FB, let's get connected shall we?? And please feel free to link me to your fan page so I can "like" you too!!
Ah 'tis all.... Looking forward to interact with you on FB!! You know you want to know what goes on behind this oh-so-normal head of mine......
Until next time....
XOXO
Gossip Girl....
HAHAAHAHAHHAHAHAHA sorry... couldn't resist.... :P
and I thought such will happen without too many others noticing...... guess I was wrong... but really! I must have broke some kind of record for spamming all my plurk buddies with my constant nags for helps and ask them to "like" me, etc. etc..... so at the end of the day (24 hours) I was able to manage to set up both fan pages! HA! THANK YOU All suckers!! ROFLL!!!! ah no, really! I really really do appreciate all your help and by not disown me from your plurk friends' list due to my spammy messages through my waking hours.... Thank YOU!! :D
So if you are not yet my "friend" or "fan" on my FB pages yet, please add me! I am fairly sure that I can do a good job entertaining you and spam you occasionally with my shop listings and poke you through the days, all of these entertaining to say the least right?? so look that way -----------------------------> you'll see those lovely widget/badge thingamajig for FB, let's get connected shall we?? And please feel free to link me to your fan page so I can "like" you too!!
Ah 'tis all.... Looking forward to interact with you on FB!! You know you want to know what goes on behind this oh-so-normal head of mine......
Until next time....
XOXO
Gossip Girl....
HAHAAHAHAHHAHAHAHA sorry... couldn't resist.... :P
October 2, 2010
Obsession and Addiction OR The Enabler
My name is Cat. I don't exactly remember when I met Deb online for the first time. It was on Plurk and even if I didn't know it then, my life has not been the same anymore since.
What I clearly remember was how confused I was reading about "the bukkit" all the time. Where was that mysterious bucket and what was it used for? And why on Earth was it so dangerous to dive into it that people asked for search parties and lifelines before going in there? I was afraid to ask.
And then - it's hard to say, let me take a deep breath first .... then it was time for me to get to know "the bukkit" myself. I had only just started making jewelry a few months ago and there it was, a universe of its own, a universe of light, colors, sparkle in all sizes and shapes. No wonder people needed a lifeline, it was only too easy to forget breathing while browsing.
Since then I have spent many a time not only in the bukkit, but also in Deb's bead shops on Etsy and ArtFire (I haven't even started talking about her jewelry shops yet!). I'm sorry, the following is something I have to say, too. I vowed to myself I'd be honest.
What I clearly remember was how confused I was reading about "the bukkit" all the time. Where was that mysterious bucket and what was it used for? And why on Earth was it so dangerous to dive into it that people asked for search parties and lifelines before going in there? I was afraid to ask.
And then - it's hard to say, let me take a deep breath first .... then it was time for me to get to know "the bukkit" myself. I had only just started making jewelry a few months ago and there it was, a universe of its own, a universe of light, colors, sparkle in all sizes and shapes. No wonder people needed a lifeline, it was only too easy to forget breathing while browsing.
Since then I have spent many a time not only in the bukkit, but also in Deb's bead shops on Etsy and ArtFire (I haven't even started talking about her jewelry shops yet!). I'm sorry, the following is something I have to say, too. I vowed to myself I'd be honest.
Deb's an enabler. Maybe even THE ENABLER. Yes, in large, red letters.
She's luring me in with beautiful pearls in different sizes and colors. She feeds me with tiny sized multi-colored beads that I need for my pieces of jewelry. She sends me faceted beads that are so lovely that I hide them away for that special piece that my muse has to design first.
And I'm sad to say, I love it.
I'm not even ashamed anymore to dance in front of our house when I pull an envelope from Hong Kong out of my mailbox. I bet the whole neighborhood knows Deb's name by now. They probably even know how crazy, helpful, lovely and hilariously funny she can be because they hear me squeak a lot when I'm plurking.
One thing is not her strength, though. Blogging. Not the writing part itself, I'm sure, but the getting herself to do it. That's why I was here today to put my dirty footprints and fingerprints all over this blog.
Maybe it won't be the last time. And maybe I just lost a person whom I never met and whom I still call a friend. I sure hope not ;-)
Now excuse me, I reminded myself that I haven't been to the bukkit for quite some time. I'll put my diver's suit on and go in. Don't wait for me, it could take a while.
They are calling me, can you hear it .................
And I'm sad to say, I love it.
I'm not even ashamed anymore to dance in front of our house when I pull an envelope from Hong Kong out of my mailbox. I bet the whole neighborhood knows Deb's name by now. They probably even know how crazy, helpful, lovely and hilariously funny she can be because they hear me squeak a lot when I'm plurking.
One thing is not her strength, though. Blogging. Not the writing part itself, I'm sure, but the getting herself to do it. That's why I was here today to put my dirty footprints and fingerprints all over this blog.
Maybe it won't be the last time. And maybe I just lost a person whom I never met and whom I still call a friend. I sure hope not ;-)
Now excuse me, I reminded myself that I haven't been to the bukkit for quite some time. I'll put my diver's suit on and go in. Don't wait for me, it could take a while.
They are calling me, can you hear it .................
October 1, 2010
WIN Prizes from Masquerade Clay Ball from Polymer Clay Smoosher
mask by ColtPixy
The Official tone:
As many of you know, the one online social network that I spend a lot of time with is Plurk, and I've had the pleasure of running into and getting to know some great artists and in time become friends with some!! Especially notable is a group of polymer clay artists formed a Guild on ArtFire - Polymer Clay Smoosher. Between you and me, I think this is one of the best Guild on the planet!! Because it's Guild Master is so involved and caring!! Sometimes I wish that I can afford to play with one more craft, just to be involved, know what I mean?
So anyway.... Their annual Masquerade Clay Ball is officially kicked off today!! So starting from October 1st through 31st, we'll be able to feast our eyes on some gorgeously made polymer clay masks from many talented artists!! Comment on their blog for your chance to win some great prizes too!! Check them out at http://polymerclaysmooshers.blogspot.com/2010/10/welcome-to-masquerade-clay-ball.html ! I hope you'll enjoy this as much as I am!!!
The Truth......
OK! I had to blog for my chance to win one of the many great prizes, so here I am!! Such a seasoned blogger that I am, don't you think? So yup!! READ! Comment!! But please don't do it too often so I can have a better chance to win?? :P
Prize by Haffina
May 23, 2010
Indentation natural lavender Jadeit necklace
a new venture, yet the first word that popped into my head is "indentation", thus named as such....
For those that followed my work, you've probably noticed that I've been trying to reinvent how to wear Jadeit pieces from other than the usual designs. And since I've managed to collect quite a few pieces over the years, so definitely with no lack of materials to work with. And this is just another piece from my own collection.
Indentation Necklace detail by *CrysallisCreations on deviantART
Natural lavender Jadeit focal, mixed with Moss Aquamarine, Pyrite faceted briolette and rondelles, Garnet rounds, Amethyst onion brios, and a single piece of Watermelon Tourmaline to complete! This entire piece is freeform wirewrapped with Sterling Silver wire, then oxydized to give it more dimension.
Hope you like this!! :heart:
from [link]
indentation [ˌɪndɛnˈteɪʃən] noun
1. a hollowed, notched, or cut place, as on an edge or on a coastline
2. a series of hollows, notches, or cuts
3. the act of indenting or the condition of being indented
4. (Communication Arts / Printing, Lithography & Bookbinding) Also called indention indent the leaving of space or the amount of space left between a margin and the start of an indented line
Indentation Necklace by *CrysallisCreations on deviantART
For those that followed my work, you've probably noticed that I've been trying to reinvent how to wear Jadeit pieces from other than the usual designs. And since I've managed to collect quite a few pieces over the years, so definitely with no lack of materials to work with. And this is just another piece from my own collection.
Indentation Necklace detail by *CrysallisCreations on deviantART
Natural lavender Jadeit focal, mixed with Moss Aquamarine, Pyrite faceted briolette and rondelles, Garnet rounds, Amethyst onion brios, and a single piece of Watermelon Tourmaline to complete! This entire piece is freeform wirewrapped with Sterling Silver wire, then oxydized to give it more dimension.
Hope you like this!! :heart:
from [link]
indentation [ˌɪndɛnˈteɪʃən] noun
1. a hollowed, notched, or cut place, as on an edge or on a coastline
2. a series of hollows, notches, or cuts
3. the act of indenting or the condition of being indented
4. (Communication Arts / Printing, Lithography & Bookbinding) Also called indention indent the leaving of space or the amount of space left between a margin and the start of an indented line
Indentation Necklace by *CrysallisCreations on deviantART
May 16, 2010
I am blogging!!!!!
very much an inside joke.... but then again, for those who even bother to follow my blog will know that I am so not an avid blogger... Seems like by the time I want to update I've already ran out of things to say!!!! HA! imagine that...
Anyway, figured that I'll share some recent hoop-lah experience that I've had..... meaning what? Well, making hoops of course!!! LOL
Fiesta by *CrysallisCreations on deviantART
this one was made with assorted green,orange,yellow Sapphire brios and rondelles, London Blue Topaz brio, all wired to Sterling Silver hoops. The focal is faceted Kyanite brio.
Summertime by *CrysallisCreations on deviantART
this particular pair is made with 14kt Rose Gold-filled wire, then I wire wrapped Turquoise, Amethyst, purple Rhodolite Garnet and 2 different shaped Pearls. The focal is GEM Lemon Quartz in a fancy shape.
These were made due to request from local retailer where I display and sell my pieces, but I should also be listing them into my etsy shop soon, but will take them down once they're sold as I do not enjoy remaking things...
Anyway, should be making a few more, stay tuned!!
Anyway, figured that I'll share some recent hoop-lah experience that I've had..... meaning what? Well, making hoops of course!!! LOL
Fiesta by *CrysallisCreations on deviantART
this one was made with assorted green,orange,yellow Sapphire brios and rondelles, London Blue Topaz brio, all wired to Sterling Silver hoops. The focal is faceted Kyanite brio.
Summertime by *CrysallisCreations on deviantART
this particular pair is made with 14kt Rose Gold-filled wire, then I wire wrapped Turquoise, Amethyst, purple Rhodolite Garnet and 2 different shaped Pearls. The focal is GEM Lemon Quartz in a fancy shape.
These were made due to request from local retailer where I display and sell my pieces, but I should also be listing them into my etsy shop soon, but will take them down once they're sold as I do not enjoy remaking things...
Anyway, should be making a few more, stay tuned!!
June 23, 2009
Sometimes, a dream and a vision pays off.....
A lot of times I will have a vision in my head, a feeling, a theme that I want to achieve before I start a piece. Though such may not be apparent to most, but that's how I make my pieces....
A few years ago, I made this piece.... named Leaves & Berry
It was not one of the hardest piece to make yet it was certain time consuming a few years ago for my technical ability I guess..... I always thought that I'll end up keeping this due to the material + labor cost..... Lo and Behold, this piece sold a few days ago at a local gallery here at Hong Kong!! Making this the highest priced item that I've ever sold to date! YAY!!!!
This piece was made with GEM carved Tourmaline leaves in assorted shape/size. I fell in love with their liveliness, a whole 15" strand of 6mm faceted Tourmaline rondelles on headpins, mix with random size of Thai Karen Tribal silver leaves and flowers and critters. This piece is one of my all time favorite to date! Even though it's a piece that I've made a few years ago.....
Just a little something that I would like to share.... my joy and pride!! And do follow your vision, though they may not sell right off instantly, but your vision will be appreciated by someone someday..... it's quite a great feeling isn't it??? :)
'Til next time!!!
A few years ago, I made this piece.... named Leaves & Berry
It was not one of the hardest piece to make yet it was certain time consuming a few years ago for my technical ability I guess..... I always thought that I'll end up keeping this due to the material + labor cost..... Lo and Behold, this piece sold a few days ago at a local gallery here at Hong Kong!! Making this the highest priced item that I've ever sold to date! YAY!!!!This piece was made with GEM carved Tourmaline leaves in assorted shape/size. I fell in love with their liveliness, a whole 15" strand of 6mm faceted Tourmaline rondelles on headpins, mix with random size of Thai Karen Tribal silver leaves and flowers and critters. This piece is one of my all time favorite to date! Even though it's a piece that I've made a few years ago.....
Just a little something that I would like to share.... my joy and pride!! And do follow your vision, though they may not sell right off instantly, but your vision will be appreciated by someone someday..... it's quite a great feeling isn't it??? :)
'Til next time!!!
May 18, 2009
Amethyst + Turquoise 6
slowly but surely, I am getting back to at least make something everyday....
Simple earrings, yet this is definitely one of the my favorite color combo of gems! Brazilian Amethyst with Sleeping Beauty Turquoise with vermeil and GF findings.... ah...
Simple earrings, yet this is definitely one of the my favorite color combo of gems! Brazilian Amethyst with Sleeping Beauty Turquoise with vermeil and GF findings.... ah...
May 9, 2009
It really has been awhile since I've last updated my blog.... so many things has happened in the past few months plus I think I am still depressed with my father's passing..... it's almost scary how time flies sometimes.....
I've been trying to keep up with making at least one new thing per day, and so far that seems to be working out well.... big or small, I am making them... :) May not be posting them here but I will for sure share those that I think are notable still....
Here's my newest one, I named this Aquatic Bloom.
Aquatic Bloom Necklace by *CrysallisCreations on deviantART
This piece started with a vision of blooming coral within the deep blue sea.... or even some exotic flowers that can be found at Rain Forest, blooming near the water....Calm, nothing intruding, yet with so much textures of nature all around.....
Not one of the most complicated piece that I've made, yet this one took a lot of time and thoughts and planning.
Borosilicate lampwork made by Kristan Child of Redside Designs, huge Moss Aqua brio topped with Pyrite, Apatite, Kyanite, Keishi pearls, Rainbow Moonstone. I've accented with small faceted Blue Green Sapphire rondelles through out since it goes real well with the rest, random Lemon Quartz in assortment of sizes/shape as well as a few Chrysoprase faceted rondelles for accent.
All wired with oxydized Sterling Silver, closed with a handmade wirewrapped hook clasp.
And here are a few shots of details of the same piece.
Aquatic Bloom Necklace - colla by *CrysallisCreations on deviantART
I've also been trying to catch up with some custom orders, long overdue... sigh... will for sure share anything significant if there's any!!!
'til next time!! :)
XOXO
I've been trying to keep up with making at least one new thing per day, and so far that seems to be working out well.... big or small, I am making them... :) May not be posting them here but I will for sure share those that I think are notable still....
Here's my newest one, I named this Aquatic Bloom.
Aquatic Bloom Necklace by *CrysallisCreations on deviantART
This piece started with a vision of blooming coral within the deep blue sea.... or even some exotic flowers that can be found at Rain Forest, blooming near the water....Calm, nothing intruding, yet with so much textures of nature all around.....
Not one of the most complicated piece that I've made, yet this one took a lot of time and thoughts and planning.
Borosilicate lampwork made by Kristan Child of Redside Designs, huge Moss Aqua brio topped with Pyrite, Apatite, Kyanite, Keishi pearls, Rainbow Moonstone. I've accented with small faceted Blue Green Sapphire rondelles through out since it goes real well with the rest, random Lemon Quartz in assortment of sizes/shape as well as a few Chrysoprase faceted rondelles for accent.
All wired with oxydized Sterling Silver, closed with a handmade wirewrapped hook clasp.
And here are a few shots of details of the same piece.
Aquatic Bloom Necklace - colla by *CrysallisCreations on deviantART
I've also been trying to catch up with some custom orders, long overdue... sigh... will for sure share anything significant if there's any!!!
'til next time!! :)
XOXO
February 13, 2009
Award!!
so...... I've been so "lucky" to be awarded this Marie Antonette Award for.... well everyone gave different reason so I'm just going to assume that they're running real short of peeps to tag.... LOLOK.... and maybe I am awesome too!! But but.. yeah... ahem...
So, here are the peeps that awared me with this award:
- Debbie Ferrel at Rosevine Designs http://rosevinedesign.blogspot.com/
- Brandi of Catie's Blue http://brandi-girl.blogspot.com/2009/02/mash-up-of-last-few-days.html
- Katja of Katja Designs http://katjaadams.blogspot.com/2009/02/woot-woot.html
The rules are:
1. Please put the logo on your blog.
2. Place a link to the person from whom you received the award.
3. Nominate at least 7 or more blogs.
4. Put links of those blogs on your blog.
5. Leave a message on their blogs to tell them.
And I am giving this "award" to:
1. Kristy of Shiny Adornments http://shinyadornments.com/wordpress/
2. Nicole of BeadWright http://beadwright.blogspot.com/
3. Vicki of Orion Designs http://vickiorion.blogspot.com/
4. Patty of Broken Teepee Designs http://brokenteepee.blogspot.com/
5. Deronda of Deronda Designs http://derondadesigns.blogspot.com/
6. Wan of KateKath http://katekath.blogspot.com/
7. Meganne of MAugusta http://maugustawoodland.com/
ah.... love me! :P
February 12, 2009
so....... I've finally made something... or rather, finished something.....
ta da!!!! :D
Frost..... by *CrysallisCreations on deviantART
I am happy!! Really I am... it's been a while since I last finished anything.... sigh.. I wish that I'll be able to carry this on and on but.... with all the pounding and small remodeling that hubby is planning, doesn't looks like that's gonna happen anytime soon.... sigh...
But the positive thing is... we might have a bigger dining room soon!! YAY!!!! And a way spacious entrance, I think that would be lovely... now if only I can get hubby to get some nice marble for the front door eh? heh.... :P
for those of you that care to read.... I am also having a sale with my gemstone beads... I don't do this often, at most twice a year, and only for stocks on hand, so if you're interested in anything better grab them quick!!! Not sure what I'll end up from the March show that's coming up, but yeah.... still need some space you know....
Link to my online album: http://s2.photobucket.com/albums/y48/DJD_Deb/Gemstone/
Don't forget to check those folders on the left column, a lot more hidden in there...
Anyway, hope you're doing well!! Keep your fingers crossed for me that I'll be able to make a few more new things soon eh?
XOXO
Frost..... by *CrysallisCreations on deviantART
I am happy!! Really I am... it's been a while since I last finished anything.... sigh.. I wish that I'll be able to carry this on and on but.... with all the pounding and small remodeling that hubby is planning, doesn't looks like that's gonna happen anytime soon.... sigh...
But the positive thing is... we might have a bigger dining room soon!! YAY!!!! And a way spacious entrance, I think that would be lovely... now if only I can get hubby to get some nice marble for the front door eh? heh.... :P
for those of you that care to read.... I am also having a sale with my gemstone beads... I don't do this often, at most twice a year, and only for stocks on hand, so if you're interested in anything better grab them quick!!! Not sure what I'll end up from the March show that's coming up, but yeah.... still need some space you know....
Link to my online album: http://s2.photobucket.com/albums/y48/DJD_Deb/Gemstone/
Don't forget to check those folders on the left column, a lot more hidden in there...
Anyway, hope you're doing well!! Keep your fingers crossed for me that I'll be able to make a few more new things soon eh?
XOXO
January 30, 2009
slump!!!!
oh blah..... sigh....
sometimes I think I have way too many minerals around me, thus confused the hack out of me you know??? the karma, the aura??? whatever... sigh...
I kept on picking up new beads, fondled them a bit, then put them back... even tried to reorganize my "stash", boy that got me even more depressed....
I really really should make something new soon, or post something... hey! how about some idiotic simple ones eh?? bwaahahahhahahaah I am not that bored just yet....
where's my muse??? sigh....
'til soon...
sometimes I think I have way too many minerals around me, thus confused the hack out of me you know??? the karma, the aura??? whatever... sigh...
I kept on picking up new beads, fondled them a bit, then put them back... even tried to reorganize my "stash", boy that got me even more depressed....
I really really should make something new soon, or post something... hey! how about some idiotic simple ones eh?? bwaahahahhahahaah I am not that bored just yet....
where's my muse??? sigh....
'til soon...
January 20, 2009
ah.... talk about Heavenly!!!
So...... I am proud to say that I was able to bribe Jo of GemHeaven http://gemheaven.etsy.com for these earrings.... teehee... it's such a great feeling when I can bribe someone with blings...... and OMG!!! I am in complete awe of these earrings!!!!!I've been nagging at Jo to make matching bracelet at least, or pendant/necklace... heh... I adore the texture of these!!!! jingling!!!! woohoo!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!
and I think I need more coffee... hmm... just thought that I'll share my excitement... ah....
HUGS Jo!! I adore them!!! :D
January 17, 2009
a hoard.... I am definitely a hoard...
and no....... but yes you may still call me a bead ho.... HA! hmmm....
so after a long long break away from taking care of my business, both my jewelry and my beads, even though, to be fair, I have been making things though they're just not listed in my Etsy shop since a local gallery want them!! so there... yup yup!!! :P
So... went to a few suppliers in the past week, who knows when I'll finish using them, or even just one of them from each set, but ah.... who the hack cares right??? HA! sigh....
Where to start..... hmm.... oooooo
OK..... seriously, these were probably not the best deal that I've ever gotten, but I don't care... as long as I can fondle this sucker I'll be all good really..... ah.... This is a whopping 51+ carat, measures at 30mm+.....
Oregon Sunstone!!!! And I was so happy to lay my hands on some of these top quality ones! There's nothing faint about these colors, hint of green, with cat's eye effect through.....
HUGE intense color Lemon Quartz!! bwaahahhahahahaahah also got a few in pear shape... teehee....
ah..... just a lovely lovely Prasiolite...... heh... :P
AAA multi color Sapphire briolette........
I think that's enough flaunting for now...... I will have a sweet dream tonight without thinking about my wallet....
'til soon!!! :D
so after a long long break away from taking care of my business, both my jewelry and my beads, even though, to be fair, I have been making things though they're just not listed in my Etsy shop since a local gallery want them!! so there... yup yup!!! :P
So... went to a few suppliers in the past week, who knows when I'll finish using them, or even just one of them from each set, but ah.... who the hack cares right??? HA! sigh....
Where to start..... hmm.... oooooo
OK..... seriously, these were probably not the best deal that I've ever gotten, but I don't care... as long as I can fondle this sucker I'll be all good really..... ah.... This is a whopping 51+ carat, measures at 30mm+.....
Oregon Sunstone!!!! And I was so happy to lay my hands on some of these top quality ones! There's nothing faint about these colors, hint of green, with cat's eye effect through.....
HUGE intense color Lemon Quartz!! bwaahahhahahahaahah also got a few in pear shape... teehee....
ah..... just a lovely lovely Prasiolite...... heh... :P
AAA multi color Sapphire briolette........ I think that's enough flaunting for now...... I will have a sweet dream tonight without thinking about my wallet....
'til soon!!! :D
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