Thursday, March 31, 2016

Roses and Spring Cleaning

Volume 13 Issue 4, April 2016

What's New in April?

This last month was a whirlwind of activity with trying to get spring cleaning done and doing a lot of freelance writing. That left little time for clay play, but I am finishing projects up and getting ready to play! At this very moment, there is a smallish pile of clay slices that will go onto some base beads later on this afternoon. I am trying out some new techniques that I just learned and have written out a list of things to work on, so it should be a very productive day!

 I have been working on dangles since that is the theme of the last Jewelry Bench article I wrote, so there are a lot of loose dangles wandering around my work space and sitting on the edge of my desk. I managed to get a couple things together for the magazine and for my website. Mother’s Day is coming up fast, so these pretty earrings are a good gift for mom. They feature my pink rose beads and lots and lots of sparkling Swarovski crystals.

More Beads: Working on a large selection of beads from veneers and other styles. I am focusing on focal beads or offering individual beads from sets. 

Prints and Posters: I have been working on compiling art and photos to  have printed as posters, cards and other prints. They will soon be available on my website.

Potholder Magnets: New designs and an expansion on some of my tried and true best sellers are in the works.

You will find all of my beads, canes and finished jewelry on my website. www.bluemorningexpressions.com

Until next month,
Julie & Blu



Things to Look Forward To:

New Products:

Watches: There are new watches in my shop. I went a little Southwestern with beads and charms. There is only one left, so more are coming!

Thimbles: I am working on getting some new thimbles created. I am completely sold out.

Hotrod magnets: I am adding hotrod magnets to my shops, and since I only have one finished, I will have to show them off next month.







Wednesday, March 30, 2016

Who Has Time for the Blues?

I do! While there may be a slight correlation between being sad and being blue, there is nothing sad about having blue in your jewelry. In fact, blue kisses up to royalty and is a favored color for forward thinking and anything modern. It is calming and trustworthy. That is why so many banks use blue in their logos and marketing material.

Here are some regal ways to add blue to your designs.

Sapphire


This is probably the first stone that you think of when you think of a blue gemstone. It is the ultimate blue stone and is one of the four stones in the world considered precious. It is as hard as a diamond and the birthstone of September.
Blue Sapphire

Blue Opal


In between the most common white opal and the most expensive black opal lies the pretty blue opal. It is a modern October gemstone and filled with fiery color. It is associated with Libra babies.

Blue Opal

Aquamarine

This gemstone gets its name from its ocean blues and teals. It is a  March birthstone and associated with Scorpios even though they are not March babies.
Aquamarine

In addition to these pretty blues, other blues include kyanite, labradorite, sunstone, lapis lazuli, sodalite and aventurine.   Of course, there are many other blue stones that are found in jewelry, but like these stones, anytime that you add blue to your design, you are adding a  calming and regal stone.

Here are some things that will not give you the blues. In fact, they will make you quite happy, so buy them all now!

African Blue Opal Necklace

SolanakaiDesigns
African Blue Opal Necklace

Jasper Wood Necklace

PrettyGonzo
Jasper Wood Necklace, Lampwork Focal, Blue Green Brown, Nature Inspired, Earthy, Handmade

Montana Blue Earrings Swarovski Crystal

TreasuresofJewels
Montana Blue Earrings Swarovski Crystal Montana Blue Teardrop Earrings Blue Dangle Earrings Downton Abbey Jewelry Victorian Earrings

Dinosaur Thank You Stickers Personalized for Baby Shower or Birthday

AdorebyNat

Bracelet Beaded Bangle Exquisite Teal Decorative metal Center Crystal
JazzitupwithDesignsbyNancy
Cuff Bracelet Teal Blue and Green ladies bangle Beaded gemstones

Gemstone Earrings

BlondePeachJewelry
Gemstone Earrings, Blue Earrings, Beaded Earrings, Silver Earrings, Handmade Earrings, Long Earrings, Iolite Earrings, Handcrafted Jewelry

One-of-a-kind Handmade Dichroic Fused Glass Large Triplet Zirconia Necklace Pendant

Umeboshi
One-of-a-kind Handmade Dichroic Fused Glass Large Triplet Zirconia Necklace Pendant by Umeboshi Jewelry Designs

Leaf Fairy Blue Leather Turquoise Picasso Druk Magatama BOHO Bracelet

KatsAllThat
Leaf Fairy Blue Leather Turquoise Picasso Druk Magatama BOHO Bracelet
Petroglyph Running Horse Necklace
ShadowDogDesigns
Handmade horse petroglyph pendant necklace with bone and sodalite.

Navy Blue Sapphire Pearl Crystal Earrings Sterling Silver Lever Backs

TheSingingBeader
Navy Blue Sapphire Pearl Crystal Earrings Sterling Silver Lever Backs
Transparent Ink Blue Handmade Lampwork Glass Beads
CovergirlBeads
Transparent Ink Blue Handmade Lampwork Glass Beads 058 Shiny
Ford Mustang 8 x 10 Wood Wall Art Portrait Handmade From 3mil Birch plywood
KevsKrafts
Ford Mustang 8 x 10 Wood Wall Art Portrait Handmade From 3mil Birch plywood
All Star Superhero Dog Bandana
SewAmazin
All Star Superhero Patriotic Dog Bandana | SewAmazin

Butterfly and Dragonfly Crystal Sterling Charm Beaded Bracelet Small

DianesDangles

Earrings Handmade

Bluemorningexpressions

Earrings Handmade, Silver Earrings, Dangle Earrings, Polymer Earrings, Ready to Ship, Drop Earrings, Long Earrings, Statement Earrings
As you can see, there are  many ways to be blue!

Don't see what you are looking for?
You will find more gift ideas from these designers and artists here:

Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
Week 4
Red is for Passion
Green with Envy
Think Pink

Feel free to reach out and ask the artists and designers if they could make something just for you.
Enjoy
Julie and Blu

Friday, March 25, 2016

Mother's Day Countdown 2016 Week 4

 It's already time to start thinking about those gifts for mom 
Welcome to the Mother's Day Countdown 2016


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Wednesday, March 23, 2016

Think Pink!

Pink is so sweet and so girly girl.  It adds a lot of femininity to a piece of jewelry or an article of clothing. Pink is less passionate than red, but offers an innocence instead.

Rose Quartz

This mineral can be cut into cabs, and when the light hits it just right, you can see a star within the stone. It can fade over time. It is the Taurus birthstone.
Rose Quartz
Rhodochrosite

This mineral is from the calcite series and raspberry pink is the most common color. Although, it can be found in faded pink or even orange at times. This stone is found in copper veins. This is the state gem of Colorado.
Rhodochrosite
Tugtupite

This mineral is a lot like sodalite, and it can be translucent to completely transparent. The stones have the ability to turn deeper red as they warm up, so when worn, they can become a  warmer color if they are in contact with the skin. A mood mineral, if you will.

Tugtupite

Pink Morganite

When these stones are green, they are called emeralds, but when they are pink, well, they are  pink. They vary from light pink to dark pink.

Morganite

All of these lovely pink shades will have you longing for spring. Until it gets here, here are more pinks that you can own today!

Tiny Pink Flower Earrings

ResetarGlassArt
Tiny Pink Flower Earrings, Sterling Silver Studs, Handmade Fused Glass
Pink Irish Rose
RSSDesignsinFiber 
Irish Crochet Heart with 3D Roses - Handmade Made-To-Order - Your Choice of Color - Pink, Red, Yellow, Blue, Purple - Heart Doily or Pendant
Stiletto High Heel Shoe Christmas Ornament
KevsKrafts 

Chunky Necklace

Polymerclaybeads 

Breast Cancer Swarovski Crystal Bracelet

Linorstore
Survivor_Pink_Swarovski_bracelet

Zebra Print Crown Tiara Cupcake Toppers for Princess or Diva Party

AdorebyNat 
Zebra Print Crown Tiara Cupcake Toppers for Princess or Diva Party

Rose Quartz Bracelet Bead Bracelet

TreasuresofJewels 
Rose Quartz Bracelet Bead Bracelet Women Glass Bead Bracelet Women's Jewelry Gemstone Bracelet Mother's Day Gift

Embroidered Black Easter Dish Towel

SimpleEmbroiderySew
Embroidered Black Easter Dish Towel

Handmade Bracelet Stack Wrap Pink Cats eye Swarovski Crystal Pearl
JazzitupwithDesignsbyNancy 
Handmade Bracelet Stack Wrap Pink Cats eye Swarovski Crystal Pearl
Morning Glory Argentium Silver Wire Wrapped Dichroic Glass Earrings
Umboshi
Dichroic glass argentium sterling silver dangle earrings

Pink Rhodonite, Rose Freshwater Pearl MultiWrap BOHO Gemstone Bracelet

KatsAllThat 
Pink Rhodonite, Rose Freshwater Pearl MultiWrap BOHO Gemstone Bracelet
Bohemian Beaded Batik Bracelet
Wyverndesigns 
Bohemian Beaded Batik Bracelet

Hibiscus Flower Earrings

SolanakaiDesigns 
Hibiscus Flower Earrings, Handmade with Sterling Silver, Swarovski Crystals, Hibiscus Charms, Polymer Clay Beads

Peach Freshwater Pearl Dangles, Swarovski Crystals

Pretty Gonzo
Peach Freshwater Pearl Dangles, Swarovski Crystals, Sterling Silver Hooks, Sweet and Elegant Earrings, Handmade Beaded Jewelry

Pink Bracelet, Gemstone Bracelet

Blonde Peach Jewelry
Pink Bracelet, Gemstone Bracelet, Handcrafted Bracelet, Feminine Bracelet,  Rhodochrosite, Swarovski Crystals, Silver, Pink and Gray
Opaque Light Pastel Bubble Gum Pink Handmade Lampwork Glass Beads
Covergirlbeads 
Opaque Light Pastel Pink Handmade Lampwork Glass Beads 260 Shiny
Pink Plaid Westies Pocket Tissue Holder
SewAmazin
Pink Plaid Westies Pocket Tissue Holder, Travel Tissue Case | SewAmazin

Pink Heart Cat's Eye White Glass Pearl Beaded Earrings Sterling

BeadSouk 


Swarovski Indian Pink and Sterling Silver Fully Beaded Necklace

TheSingingBeader 
Swarovski Indian Pink and Sterling Silver Fully Beaded Necklace
Pink Flower Handmade Earrings
ShadowDogDesigns 
One of a kind pink polymer clay flower earrings with crystals.

Happy Easter Hanging Kitchen Towel With Hand Knit Button Topper

Hollyknittercreation
Happy Easter Hanging Kitchen Towel With Hand Knit Button Topper

As you can see, there are  many ways to think pink.

Don't see what you are looking for?


You will find more gift ideas from these designers and artists here:


Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
Red is for Passion
Green with Envy


Feel free to reach out and ask the artists and designers if they could make something just for you.
Enjoy
Julie and Blu