The Colors of Fall

I have quite a few talented Face Book friends who come out with the most amazing works!  And since Fall is my favorite time of year, I thought I'd share some of their Fall/Halloween themed items.

This Witch Necklace by Janet of JypsyJewels is so fun and funky and perfect for all you Halloween lovers out there!

Here is a wonderful Dream Catcher by Karen of Journey Finds Again is both beautiful and spiritual

This Amber Crystal Bracelet by Debra of Debra Ann Creations evokes the color of a sunlit Autumn woods.

These Rusty Leaves Earrings by Marlene of Marlene's Craft House also show off the coppery color of Autumn leaves.

This creative use of canning jar lids in this Mason Jar Lid Pumpkin by Carol of Treasure Isle Gift Shop makes a wonderful Fall decoration in your home.

This Spider Jar by Tracy of GrandmasJarsByTracy  is another creative and fabulous use of the lowly mason jar.

This Owl Plate with Easel by Ana of DecoArtz can be used at any time but would make a fantastic Halloween/Fall statement.

And finally there's this Halloween Ornament with Needle Felted Pumpkin by Nancy (that's me!) of  Wyvern Designs Home 

All these talented artisans offer there items for sale on ETSY.  I suggest that you check out the shops of these very creative artists.

Here Comes Autumn

Autumn is my favorite time of year.  The greens of summer are replaced with the vibrant yellows, oranges, reds, and, yes, even purples.  The air turns crisp and the skies can be the most amazing blue.  It's the time we vacation in our favorite spot in Maine, walking the mostly deserted beaches with our dog and finding treasures along the way.

And speaking of treasures, I'd like to share some amazing creations from a Face Book group to which I belong.  The members of  Sabrina's Fabulous Fashionistas Buy & Sell Group are a group of creative sellers who turn out the most fantastic wares.  From jewelry, hair jewelry, and home decor, these wonderful artists are a talented and caring group of people.  Here is just a sampling of these creative artisans work!

This Sugar Skull Beanie 

Sabrina, from Designs By Sea, is just too cute.  Your little one or, even, your big one would love this adorable cap!  Sabrina's shop also has some wonderful beaded jewelry, ranging from the fun and funky, to the dramatic and elegant.

Evoking the colors of Fall, this Leather Wrap Bracelet

by Kathi of Lilly Beads Designs, would look wonderful with all your Autumn sweaters and jerseys.  Kathi also has lovely earrings, as well as, lots and lots of leather wrapped bracelets in a myriad of colors.  Something for every taste.

Bring the scent of Fall into your home with these Fall Scented Wax Melts

from 2 Curly Cues.  Laurie also has a wide variety of greeting cards, as well as wax melts.


Welcome your guest right at the front door with this Autumn Scarecrow Grapevine Wreath

Barbara of Sebaugh Fashion Accent also has an amazing selection of hand crafted jewelry.

Trish, of TFAS, offers hair jewelry, as well as tablet pouches and centerpieces.
Her Sugar Skull Barrette is spookily spectacular!

 This gorgeous Beaded Necklace from Linda of Lindy Loos Treasures brings thoughts of Fall.

Linda also offers wedding items, Fascinators, all kinds of lovely jewelry, and holiday items.

And finally, there is me!  I run Wyvern Designs and here is an example of what I have to offer.
Set of Three Autumn Pumpkins  

I also have ornaments, both Fall and Holiday, as well as, handmade baskets.

I recommend that if you're interested in quality handmade items, that you check out the shops above!

Earrings

Earrings (see more boho earrings)

Week 4 of The Countdown To Mother's Day 2015 from Blue Morning Expressions

This is week 4 of Julie of Blue Morning Expressions
Countdown To Mother's Day Week 4

Pink flower lentil beads by Blue Morning Expressions

 
 The intent behind this countdown is to help promote handmade artisan from all venues.  The premise is that you may add three of your items for sale each week.  But YOU MUST promote every item in the current countdown, either on twitter, Face Book, Google, or the preferred venues Pinterest and Wanelo.  It's a lot of fun seeing what other artists are highlighting each week.

Paw Print Earrings by Shadow Dog Designs
 

Home Sweet Home Locket Necklace by Evezbeadz

These are just a few of the wonderful things that you will find on the Mother's Day Countdown.

Here comes Christmas!

Christmas is comeing up fast and I've been working furiously to get everything I've made lately listed in my Art Fire shop.  Here are a few of the items I've recently listed.

Millefiore Key Chain

Pickle Ornament

Snowman Ornament

Festive Snowman Ornament

Merry Snowman Ornament

Some new Buttons

Kaleidoscope Earrings

Blue Lily Post Earrings

And some round Dangle Earrings 

 

I hope everyone has a very happy Holiday Season!

 

The Color Black

The color black is a fashion essential from the little black dress to a touch of jet or ebony at your ears or wrist.  Black seems to set other colors off, giving them a pop that they would not possess on their own.  Here are a few items from around the web that I found and loved.  Hope you love them, as well.

Snowman Earrings by Shadow Dog Designs

Focal Bead by Blue Morning Expressions

 

Pin/Pendant by Andrus Gardens 

 Fingerless Gloves by Giese Deseigns

Modern Abstract Pendant by Valeries Stuff 

Shaving/Drinking Mug by Pottery Heaven

Black Bat Necklace by Fantasy Clay Store

Baby Beanie by TL Yarn Crafts

Truly Handmade

It's getting harder and harder to find truly hand made items.  Okay, I know technically, anything you put together by hand qualifies as handmade but, maybe I'm a hand made snob, because I think that at least some of the material included in a hand made piece should be, well, hand made.   I know I'll probably get some hate mail for saying that , but, so be it!

I'm not saying that those jewelry designers who use their eye for design and color and string together purchased beads and/or stones are not artists.  But I always like to see something that was actually formed by their own hands included, as well.  I'm in awe of those who can wire wrap a bead or stone and not have it look like a three year old did it. (My wire wrapping skills are on par with said three year old).

I like hand drawn, hand painted, hand sculpted.  Most likely, that's why I like to work with polymer clay.   I've chosen a few truly hand made items from the Art Fire Bloggers Guild for this post.


Polymer Clay Bracelet byCraftsOfThePast Polly Creamica Designer

Corduroy Fedora by Hat-A-Tude

  

Dolphins by KanweieneaKreations

Terracotta Lampwork Earrings by ShadowdogDesigns

3-D Daffodill Wall Hanging by CouchBeeCreations

Blue/Pink Cotton Summer Shawl by AndreaDsigns

And I'm not above adding one of my own pieces to the mix!
Bohemian Beaded Batick Bracelet by WyvernDesigns

It's Summer Time!

We are about half way through Summer and it's time for a post featuring some hand made products that evoke the feeling of Summer.

 Here are some items from the members Blogging Again Ring  on FaceBook that remind me of Summer.

Summer time is a time when we all need a new tote and this Extra Large Earth Tones Coffee Bean Burlap Tote by HevVinDesigns  is a perfect bag to bring along to the farmer's market or the beach.

Summer is the perfect time to adorn yourself with new jewelry.  This Show Your Soul Stacking Bracelet by TL Yarn Crafts will show your style, as well as your soul.

You can never have too many earrings and these Organic Green Ruffled Leaves Dangle Earrings by Fantasy Clay Store  are the perfect compliment to your summer time wardrobe.

Summer time is a time when the countryside is full of butterflies.  These Butterfly Wine Glass Charms by Pottery Heaven would be lovely gracing your wine glasses at your next outdoor gathering.

Since summer is a time when flowers abound and run riot through every yard and field, I had to include this Hand Drawn bouquet of Flowers Polymer Clay Brooch Pin by Valerie's Stuff  to satisfy my floral fix.

So go out and enjoy you Summer and don't forget to bring something hand made along with you!

The Flowers of Summer

Summer is the time of flowers.  They can be seen in sculptured gardens amidst well-manicured lawns and in riotous masses by the roadside.  In my yard I have black-eyed Susan's just coming into bloom and fragrant three foot phlox with its wonderful scent reminiscent of lilac.  I have lavender and chamomile with their blooms of purple, white and yellow sprinkled about my yards.

While Autumn is my favorite season, I can't help but be joyful when I look out on my beautiful garden with its cacophony of color like a symphony for the eyes.

I chose some wonderful florals from the Blogging Again Ring on FaceBook to feature in my ode to summer flowers.

Valerie's Stuff on Etsy is a prime example of abstract art mirroring life.  Her wonderful pieces are a riot of color, just like a summer garden.

Hand Painted Abstract Summer Purple Flowers by Valerie's Stuff

Hand Painted Flower In Full Bloom Pendant by Valerie's Stuff

While this piece is an obvious abstract, it reminds me of a flower.

Unique Mokume Pendant by Valerie's Stuff

These pieces by Pottery Heaven on Etsy also remind me of flowers.  Their subtle colors are soothing to the eye.
Ceramic Wine Glass Charm by Pottery Heaven

 

Ceramic and Glass Pendant by Pottery Heaven

 

Fantasy Clay Store on Etsy has some lovely and unique pieces.  I love her dragons but these floral pieces evoke the joy of a summer garden.

Purple Flower Pendant by Fantasy Clay Store

 

Art Nouveau Sculpted Flower Pin by Fantasy Clay Store

 Polymer Clay Face Magnet by Fantasy Clay Store

These little fabric covered stud earrings from TL Yarn Crafts on Etsy are understated, yet elegant.  Perfect for casual wear in the summer.

Fabric Button Earrings by TL Yarn Crafts 

I had to add a few on my own floral pieces, just to round out this post.  Wyvern Designs on Art Fire

Wyvern Designs on Etsy 

 Macrame and Hand Made Polymer Clay Beads by Wyvern Designs

Delicate Frosted Glass Look Flower Earrings by Wyvern Designs 

Bottle Cap Wool Felted Pincushion