Green for Earth Day!

A very heartfelt treasury for our Earth.  Please be kind to our home.

'Be Kind to the Earth' by thedancingwren

Maddenphotogra... $25.00	HappyDappyBits $4.50	happydeliverie... $20.00	rctees $20.00
bravaboutique $38.00	UptownAvenue $8.00	DesignsByBrand... $4.00	MapleShadeKids $59.00
elizalenore $55.00	StuckOnACloud $8.00	srajab1 $22.00	springolive $24.00
AngelEllie $16.00	lanavaa $45.00	woolies $28.00	AppalachianJoi... $60.00

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio.

I'm so lucky and happy to be a part of this caring treasury.  Featured here by thedancingwren is la Naváa's G-R-E-E-N Necklace.

I made this one-of-a-kind necklace using real upcycled Scrabble game piece tiles!

Perfect to show your appreciation to this wonderful and beautiful planet we call home.

Happy Earth Day!

Much♥

Meg

Spring is Here!

What a gorgeous spring treasury created by urbanfixx on Etsy!

'Bright Colors of Spring' by urbanfixx

Spring is here, watch the colors come alive

SuckersbySteph $13.20	leapinggazelle $25.00	FrostedCrossbo... $6.75	CookiesByMEEve... $36.00
catherinefilip... $6.00	SSCphotography $15.00	DuckTapeRose $12.00	swirlsofcreati... $7.50
tasifashion $79.00	WhimsyArtGlass $8.95	lauratrevey $18.00	SatinandBirch $7.00
SandysCapeCodO... $5.95	GivingwithLove $5.00	leptitpapillon $24.00	dreameryphotog... $25.00

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio.

Featured alongside these springy, colorful, handmade beauties is GivingwithLove's Ribbit Frog gift box in Yellow!

Much ♥ to urbanfixx for this fab feature!

The Grandiose Tiger Eye Gem Collection

Tiger Eye is a well loved gemstone by many.  Its colors are extremely versatile and the stone itself is very strong and dense.

The vertical luminescent yellow and brown alternating bands that resemble that of a tiger give this Quartz stone the name: Tiger Eye.

I recently put together a Tiger Eye collection called Tigre d’olive. I came across the most beautiful Tiger Eye Gemstones through a friend of my mother’s. This truly grandiose assortment gems consisted of the most extravagant faceted nuggets and colossally lustrous Tiger Eye beads I’ve ever seen!

Being so thrilled to work with them, I instantly began pairing them with beads and baubles. I came up with this Feline Fatal combination that compliments each other greatly.

 

 

The Tigre d’olive line consists of a dynamic combination of Tiger Eye Gems and exquisite Cats Eye beads. I find it interesting that Roman solders used to wear Tiger Eye as protection when in battle believing that it was "all seeing." I suppose this intermingled duo I created would have been sought after by the greatest of kingdoms... :)

The strong and striking Tigre d’olive collection is not for the faint of heart!

Find the full line including Necklace, Bracelet and Earrings my Jewelry Shop on Etsy.

Much♥
Meg

'10 Holiday Gift Giving List :: 10

So, I’ve been talking recently about how snug my pants are getting. With New Years fast approaching, I think I may just decide to do something about it. I’ve never been one for New Year’s resolutions; if you’re going to do something, just do it.

To stick with that philosophy, I will be signing up for a Pilates class somewhere. Pilates is my all time favorite; I loved the class that I used to attend. Since I moved to the country a year ago, the location where I was attending became very inconvenient. Thus a few extra pounds gained due to inactivity. Jewelry making isn’t all that aerobic you know.

In my past classes, I lugged in my plain blue mat, which isn’t all that inspiring. But what if your mat was inspiring?

It can be; I promise. ;) That’s why I decided to feature flowyogamats Inspirational Yoga Mat as la Naváa’s 10th and final gift on the ’10 Holiday Gift Giving List.

Words like “beautiful, Grace, Love, Passion” will surround you while you take in the deep breathe of now. What an exceptional item to help remind you about what matters in the upcoming new year? What a great gift to give or receive?!

Check out flowyogamat’s other motivating handmades.

Thanks to everyone featured here in the ’10 Holiday Gift List. ‘Tis the season for giving… handmade!

I bid everyone a blessed Christmas season. May your new year be joyous.
Much♥Meg

See all 10 gifts on the '10 Holiday Gift Giving List.

Happy Holidays!

Katrin of katrinshine recently put together an Etsy Treasury showcasing the reds and greens of the Christmas season.  

Featured alongside la Naváa's Christmas Snowflake Note Cards, is a super cute Red and White baby Pom hat from OopsIknitItAgain.  If you have a wee one in your family, you should really check out her shop.  It's filled with adorable baby accessories including this cranberry colored Caplet and Hat set.

Recently featured in la Naváa's '10 Holiday Gift Giving List, a SocksAndMittens knit is also featured here by Katrin.  The Christmas themed stockings are made to decorate your home with a little old fashion cheer!

Another handmade spreading holiday cheer is the Felted Christmas Acorn set by SewnNatural.  This group shop on Etsy has handfuls of holiday decor, like these upcycled felt love ornaments.

Be sure to swing in my Etsy shop to find these Christmas Snowflake Note Cards and all other holiday items currently 25% off!

Happy Shopping and Holidays!

♥Meg

I ♥ the Holidays Sale

Have you ever received a surprise Christmas gift that shows up from someone not on your gift list? I’ll own up… I have. But it’s the worst feeling when it's last minute and you don't have anything for them. Then you have scramble to find a gift so you don’t like the schmuck that you are.

Well, I figured I could help you prepare for these occasions. Even though the Christmas shipping deadline has passed, I will still be selling my Christmas and holiday items.

25% off each holiday item through Christmas.


Stay tuned for special offers for the day after Christmas!

Much♥ and blessed holidays to you,
Meg

'10 Holiday Gift Giving List :: #6

The nature lover in me comes out with my #6 pick for the la Naváa '10 Holiday Gift Giving List.  Growing up in rural Wisconsin, I've become accoustomed to the lush green beauty that engulfs the area during the summer.  But since we just had a blizzard this weekend, over a foot of snow fell, I find myself missing summer's rich foliage...

Which brought me to blithegardens mini woodland creations: Moss Terrarium Kits.  This handblown glass orb terrarium kit was recently listed in blithegardens Etsy shop, and probably won't be around for long.  These terrarium Kits were featured on Good Morning America and are selling every day!

Filled with a variety of greens, these terrariums are perfect for your garden loving friends.  Give 'em a little green to brighten the dull winter season.

Only 4 for gift ideas remaining!  Be sure to submit your recommendation/creation before the '10 Holiday Gift Giving List concludes!

'10 Holiday Gift Giving List :: #5

Still looking for a gift for a special someone, but have no clue what to get them.  Been there... but not anymore.  I stumbled upon these awesome ornaments on day while perusing Etsy.

Christmas ornaments are perfect for pretty much EVERYONE.  (That is, everyone who celebrates the holidays.)  The #5 Gift on my la Navaá '10 Holiday Gift Giving List is this Wine Cork Christmas Tree made by Laurie Mullins.

 4EyesAndEars, Laurie's shop on Etsy is plum full of these whimsical Christmas decorations.  The upcycled mantel toppers (for example...) are made with wine corks; the Christmas three look is completed with stacked vintage buttons!

Utterly perfect for the wine connoisseur, or any one with good taste. 

Remember to submit your handcrafted gift ideas!  5 more to go!

’10 Holiday Gift Giving List :: #1

Keep your best girl warm this winter with these handknit Fingerless Mittens! These are just one of Bysweetmom’s wool gloves on Etsy (these happen to be my favorite).

I’m naming these hand warmers as the first on la Naváa's ’10 Holiday Gift Giving List. Perfect for the cold season to come!

Bysweetmom’s shop is a collection of family creations; the shop name inspired by who else… their sweet mom! How adorable is that… and how adorable are their knit and crocheted fashionable designs.

Another fav of mine is this boho chic crocheted poncho! I absolutely am in love with the pink colored Afghan motifs.

A fun little tidbit... bysweetmom is offering 10% off their shop until tomorrow, Dec 1st with coupon code:

HOLIDAYSALE10

Seriously, how much better can it get!?

Thanks bysweetmom for your super stellar handmade creations! 

Much ♥!
~Meg