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Weekly Wrap Up

by Violet on July 30, 2010

As I look forward to a blessedly soccer-free weekend, let’s also look back at the week that was.

This week Curator Ivy sang the praises of Bluebirds, Curator Violet focused on Royal Crowns and not dental crowns, and we looked at Three Ways green lucite leaves could bring a touch of nature to your jewelry.

In exciting news, Jennifer Ragan of JLRY Designs (who just happens to be one of this month’s Shadowbox artists!) had some of her work displayed on The Today Show! You can watch the segment here.

{Solo Exhibit and Giveaway}

Elitsa of KUKLAstudio shared her beautiful nature-inspired jewelry with us and our Stalkers swooned over her wire and resin techniques that creates a stained glass effect. Still time to enter to win your choice of earrings under $35 here!

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{Shadowboxes and Giveaways}

Visit the 20 talented artists in our July Shadowbox Gallery!

Our Shadowboxes have combined for an incredible 19 giveaway prizes! And did you know that each giveaway can be entered on a daily basis simply by leaving a comment? Check individual Shadowboxes for ways to gain additional entries.

  • Win a pair of Pearl Dangles Earrings from Diem Designs
  • Win a Headband and Small Blooms Set of your Choice from JLRY Designs
  • Two prizes! Win a $20 Gift Certificate or your choice of Mini Pattern Wallet or Large Zip Pouch from madbird
  • Win a Glass Soapdish from BPR Designs
  • Win a Green Tea Ring from SouZou Creations
  • Win a $100 shopping spree (USA only) from Kahili Creations
  • Win a set of 3 button hairpins from Embellished Life
  • Win your choice of any Earrings for Charity from Crescent Maille
  • Win a your choice of a Crystal Ring or Turquoise Bracelet from The Jazzy Jewelz
  • Win Moonstone Boucle d’Oreille earrings from Karen Sugarman Designs
  • Three prizes! Win a gift certificate, necklace, or earrings from Camlo Designs
  • Win a Woodland Forest Set from The Enchanted Cupboard
  • Win Mariposa Earrings from JZ Designs
  • Three prizes! Win one of three Gift Certificates from jaunebleu


  • Think your shop has what it takes to be a part of our Curated Shadowbox Gallery?

    August 1st is the last day to apply for the August Shadowbox Gallery! Apply here!

    Have a wonderful weekend!
    Love,
    Violet

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    Three Ways: Green Lucite Leaves

    by Violet on July 29, 2010

    Three Ways: in which we feature an item from a supply shop then showcase three ways it has been used.

    {The Starting Point}

    Today’s featured starting point are these lovely green lucite leaves which bring the outdoors into anything you do. Available from Bella’s Beads and More they come in a set of 24 and have a frosted finish giving them a matte sheen.

    {The End Results}

    Wee Beader combined the green leaves with ones of pink glass to make her Summer Leaves earrings. The different shades of pink and the varying finishes make for earrings that will sparkle in the sunlight!


    This vintage style twig bracelet from Sweet Findings 4 You is imbued with an earthy elegance. Here, the frosted leaf accents an antiqued brass branch while ivory Swarovski pearls form the perfect contrast.


    Crazy Fox Studio used a variety of glass and lucite leaves and flowers in soft shades of green to create her Woodland Wonder necklace. In the artist’s own words, “Connect to the forest and woodland energy when you wear this necklace and dream of flora, fauna and fairies…”

    Happy Stalking!
    Curator V.

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    Greenview Lane Giveaway Winner

    by Violet July 29, 2010

    Nothing like a bonus mid-week giveaway! Time to choose a winner for the Garden Pack of wool felt flowers from Greenview Lane….c’mon, Random Integer Generator, I know it’s only Thursday but I need your help. Random Integer Generator Here are your random numbers: 2 Timestamp: 2010-07-29 14:02:11 UTC Well, this week it paid to be [...]

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    Of Crowns And Crowns

    by Violet July 28, 2010

    Ok, so my family switched dental insurance and, like any good mom, I right away found a new dentist for the kids and got them set up. Slowly the months ticked away while my husband and I remained dentist-less. I’m ashamed to admit that nearly two years went by before a sensitive tooth finally forced [...]

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    Bluebirds Of Happiness

    by Violet July 27, 2010

    The sun is shining, the flowers are blooming, and Curator Ivy is just waiting for a bluebird to fly by and complete her happiness. But why wait? Ivy stalked and found some bluebirds to share with you. Bluebirds Of Happiness This little hand painted wooden Barry the Bluebird magnet I found at Art Whims just [...]

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