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“O”nyx and agate
Creativity in its many forms is not limited to humans. Stones tell amazing tales of when they were formed in the Earth.
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“I”olite and other gems
Jewelry made with pretty gemstones can be a relaxing hobby. And, the stones can have a positive effect on you!
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A to Z Challenge: “J”ewelry
For more than 10 years, I’ve been making jewelry. It started out as a stress reliever from a corporate job in Denver. It has become a relaxing respite that I pick up time and again when I need a creative outlet, or I find some interesting beads. Early on, I made everyone on my Christmas list a necklace or pair of earrings. My hairstylist in Denver let me sell them in her shop which resulted in extra spending money that enabled me to purchase more interesting beads. At one time I even had a wholesale license so I could purchase beads at a discount, which allowed me to buy higher-end,…
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“U”nique things
I attended an Earth Day celebration at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Ind., and bought this unique, old pin from one of the vendors. He was donating a percentage to breast cancer and he had several really cool ones. His wife had the business with him until she recently passed away. The pins are vintage (he said 30s and it does have a “c” clasp on the back. Could also be from the 60s or 70s based on my research). Even if it’s not ancient, it’s unique in it’s shape, choice of stones and Celtic design. The bar through the middle represents a Scottish walking stick and the wreath includes the infinity symbol.…
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Happy New Year!
I’ve had 12 glorious days off of work – woo hoo! Tomorrow is my first day back after Christmas vacation and I’m apprehensive. I’ve gotten fairly comfortable not going into work, although I enjoy my job at my non-profit marketing position for a Christian organization. It’s not that I don’t like to work. I’ve worked since I’ve was 15. It’s more that I have so many things to do in my “off time” such as knitting, making jewelry, spending time with my husband, playing with and walking the dog, cooking and baking, drinking Chai tea at the local coffee house while trying to write the great American mystery novel. There…
