Wednesday, May 13, 2015

Gardens, Beads and Flowery Things



Volume 12 Issue 5, May 2015

What's New in May?
            
My gardens are coming along nicely, but that does not make me a gardener by any stretch of the imagination. It does mean that I am really trying to do something that will bring fresh fruit and vegetables to the table this year. Since I use red and green peppers in much of my cooking, I thought it would be a good idea to plant those. In the meantime, I have added blackberries, blueberries, watermelon, cantaloupe and about 40 irises to the gardening experiment of 2015. I have no idea what I am doing!

It’s like anything else, sometimes, you have to just try things to see how they turn out. That is much like the way I approach beadmaking as well. I just kinda jump in there and see what happens. Sometimes, things work out well, and other times, well, not so well. I have a whole box of things that did not work out, but I don’t want to throw them out. They are not good for anything, and they are not a reminder of my wrong turns. I just hate to throw away my mistakes.

This is no mistake, though. These beads are just the way I wanted them to turn out, and I am pleased to say that Beads 2015 magazine thought so too as they are going to feature one of them in the next edition. It was my experiment in hand polishing using micro mesh rather than a varathene coating. I am pleased!



 


 


More Beads: I am working on a whole new stash of beads, and I am also trying on some new shapes and sizes. I will have more to show next month, but they seem to be going well.

Primetime Emmys: We are getting ready to put our submission together for the gifting suite by GBK and The Artisan Group for celebrities going to the Primetime Emmys. I am not sure what we will be gifting, but it will probably be necklaces this year.

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

Until next month,
Julie & Blu

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Things to Look Forward To:

New Products:

Watches: I finished up two watches, and I have others that are on the design board, which I hope to have finished this month.

Necklaces: I have a lot of new necklaces in the works that are simple chains. I got one parrot necklace done, and it already flew away to a new home.

Thimbles: I got four new thimbles done and up on the website. There are more in the works!

 


Wednesday, May 6, 2015

Mother’s Day Countdown 2015 Week 8–Give Mom the Blues

We made it to the end of another Countdown Series, and this week, even with only a few days to spare, we are going to finish up with giving mom the blues.

Paws and Bones Blue Dog Bandana

http://sewamazin.indiemade.com/
Paws and Bones Blue Dog Bandana | SewAmazin

Sparkly Colbalt Blue Metallic Webbing Key Fob

SimpleEmbroiderySew
Sparkly Colbalt Blue Metallic Webbing  Key Fob

Midnight Secrets Deep Cobalt Blue Textured Dichroic Fused Glass Long Dangle Earrings Violet Swarovski Crystals Sterling Silver by Umeboshi

2GlassThumbs

Blue Aquamarine Sapphire Glass Beaded Dangle Earrings Sterling Silver

PrettyGonzo
Blue Aquamarine Sapphire Glass Beaded Dangle Earrings Sterling Silver

Shhh, Baby's Dreamin Blue Wall Hanging Plaque Handcrafted from Birch Plywood

KevsKrafts
Shhh, Baby's Dreamin Blue Wall Hanging Plaque Handcrafted from Birch Plywood

Infinity Scarf Rich Teal Shimmer Extra Long Ladies Finger Crocheted

http://jazzitupwithdesigns.indiemade.com/
Teal infinity loop fashion scarf with metallic shimmers red heart sashay yarn
Blue, White and Gray Beaded Key Ring with Hand Blown Blue Glass Mouse Charm
http://thetwistedredhead.indiemade.com/
Blue, White and Gray Beaded Key Ring

1911 Beautiful Blue Bird Birthday Greeting Antique Embossed Postcard Airbrushed

https://www.etsy.com/shop/postcardsintheattic?ref=l2-shopheader-name
1911  Beautiful Blue Bird Birthday Greeting Antique Embossed Postcard Airbrushed

Blue Flower Beaded Necklace, Handmade Necklace, Artisan Jewelry, Fashion Jewelry, Designer Necklace

http://bluemorningexpressions.com/shop/
Blue Flower Beaded Necklace,  Handmade Necklace, Artisan Jewelry, Fashion Jewelry, Designer Necklace
Midnight Blue Iris Seafoam Green Kumihimo Magatama Handmade Bracelet
http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/home/KatsAllThat
Midnight Blue Iris Seafoam Green Kumihimo Magatama Handmade Bracelet

Hand Knit Olympic Blue Scarf

http://cathycreates.com/
Hand Knit Olympic Blue Scarf

10 Hand Stamped Flat Notecards With Elegant Navy Butterfly

http://cardsbylibe.indiemade.com/

Galaxy Blue Moon Silver Earrings
http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/home/evezbeadz
Galaxy Blue Moon Silver Earrings

Transparent Ink Blue Handmade Lampwork Glass Beads 058 Shiny

http://covergirlbeads.indiemade.com/
Transparent Ink Blue Handmade Lampwork Glass Beads 058 Etched

Denim Sodalite Charm Bracelet.Cowgirl Theme Bracelet Western Bracelet Gift for Her.

https://www.etsy.com/shop/TreasuresofJewels?ref=l2-shopheader-name
Denim Sodalite Charm Bracelet.Cowgirl Theme Bracelet Western Bracelet Gift for Her.
Owl with Mustache and Tie Stickers, Personalized
http://adorebynat.storenvy.com/
Owl with Mustache and Tie Stickers, Personalized
Blue Lace Agate Bracelet Faceted Gemstones White Freshwater Pearls
http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/home/dianesdangles
Blue Lace Agate Bracelet Faceted Gemstones White Freshwater Pearls

Lace Butterfly Appliques - 5.3" or 2.75"

http://www.polkadotorchid.com/
Lace Butterfly Appliques - 5.3" or 2.75" - product images  of
Large Nugget Gemstone Necklace Dark Blue All Sodalite 22 inch gift box
http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/home/TheSingingBeader
Large Nugget Gemstone Necklace Dark Blue All Sodalite 22 inch gift box
Earrings Blue LIke The Ocean Polymer Clay Cane
http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/home/Wyverndesigns
Blue LIke The Ocean Polymer Clay Cane Earrings
"Under the Blue Desert Sky" Bronze Tribal Earrings with Lampwork and Lapis Lazuli
http://shadowdogdesigns.indiemade.com/
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Navy Blue / Aqua Coaster Set of 2 - Graphic Fiber Decor by RSS Designs In Fiber

RSSDesigns in Fiber

Original ACEO Orcas/Killer Whales Marine Life Blackfish Ocean Painting

http://www.gunillawachtel.com/
Pair of Orcas Swimming - ACEO by Gunilla Wachtel
Shop for Mother’s Day by visiting any one of our Countdown to Mother’s Day blog posts. 

Week 1

It’s all Sunshine

Week 2

It’s Coming up Flowers

Week 3

I Heart Mom

Week 4

Sweetly Pastel

Week 5

Snow Reminiscing

Week 6

Going Green

Week 7

Oh, The Drama

Week 8

Don’t see what you are looking for? Any one of these great creative artists would be happy to help you make a shopping decision. Just because we are online does not mean that we are unable to help you with your gift selections. 

Since we started these countdowns, my mom, mother-in-law and grandmother have all had the benefit of receiving handmade in their gift box. Even if it is only my handmade cookies. Without these countdowns, I would not have discovered some really great gift ideas that I have selected for my gift giving occasions. I know that this has been a bit of a bumpy year for everyone, but it will all smooth out, and hopefully, our countdowns will help pave the way to greater sales this year.  

Don’t forget to share these posts all year round! I get a lot of traffic off of old posts from our previous countdowns, as well as the new ones. They are all listed on the side of my blog by month, so grab one and boost our views. 

Enjoy,
Julie and Blu

Friday, May 1, 2015

Mother's Day Countdown 2015 Week 8

Well, it's been 8 weeks! 

Time to close down the Mother's Day promotion and get ready for the Countdown to Christmas 2015 ;)



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