Recommended Reading.....

Pin It I wanted to share with you some of my favorite books of late:

First, I will mention a jewelry book entitled "bead on a wire" written by Sharilyn Miller. This book is one of the first books I purchased when I began my interest in jewelry making. I am self taught, so this was a close companion of mine in the beginning year of my jewelry discoveries. I highly recommend it for anyone interested in the beginnings of wire jewelry. The descriptions are easy to follow and the photos are a great addition.


Another is a Vegetarian Cookbook by Linda Yoakam and Sue Spitler entitled "1,001 Low-Fat Vegetarian Recipes". There are lots of yummy, good for you recipes for vegetarians to peruse through in this large book.





Lastly, one of my favorite authors, David Sedaris' "When you are engulfed in flames". I had the pleasure of seeing him read some essay's from this book last October. His observations and assumptions make for interesting reading! He even signed my copy of this book for me :-)

Featured at the Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts

Pin It L. Rose Designs is currently being featured at The Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts Gift Shop in Millville, NJ.

Here are some pieces you will find on display at the Center:

VINTAGE GLASS ON STERLING



HILLTRIBE SILVER WITH TURQUOISE AND PEARL


STICK PEARL AND FACETED NEW JADE

Sneak Peak at the Spring Line 2009

Pin It Hello lovlies,

I have been a busy bee trying to get some new pretties in the shop. At this point, I am about half way there! I have had bundle of new supplies coming in, and have been sketching some ideas that have been floating around in my head. I have managed to complete a few pieces and wanted to share them with you before I put them in the shop where they will be merrily on their way!

Carved Shell and Labradorite Necklace on Sterling


Wooden Feather Bracelet with Chrysoprase accent


Vintage Brass Drops with Handpainted Verdigris


Custom Piece with Soocho Jade and Wood


Thanks for looking! More pieces will be filling up the shop soon!

North American Sea Glass Festival

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In October I had the opportunity to attend the North American Sea Glass Festival in Lewes, DE. The festival featured many talented artists from sea glass jewelry to sculpture. For a sea glass lover and collector, it was my heaven on earth! 2008 was the first year that the festival was held on the east coast. Next year's festival will be held in Erie, PA on October 17 and 18, 2009. I am hoping to make my way to the Lake Erie coast next year as well for another wonderful sea glass gathering!


Every year the North American Sea Glass Association holds a "Shard of the Year" Contest. Collectors from all over the world bring their prized pieces of glass hoping to a chance at the $1,000 prize.

Shard of the Year Contest Table


The festival also offers many workshops about the history of sea glass, origins and where to find it. I attended a few of the lectures, one with Pure Sea Glass author Richard LaMotte. He even signed my copy of the book! The book is a great resource for any sea glass collector.

Private Collection from Washington State


Handcrafted Sea Glass Jewelry from Relish


Sea Glass Suncatcher


More Contest Pieces

My Earrings are on the Front Page of Etsy Today!

Pin It Organic Hoop Earrings with Carnelian Stones



I have made a series of these "Organic Hoop Earrings" over the past few weeks and am really pleased with them.

I have been wanting to do more with wire and metal and this was a good place to start. I used sterling silver wire to handforge these hoops. I then hammered them for strength and texture. I love the visible bumps and divots in the metal (yes...it was intentional!) On this particular pair I oxidized the metal and brushed the hoops for an antique finish.

Check out some of the other handforged hoops in my shop!

Holidays Update: Gift Guides

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I have been more busy than I had expected this holiday season. Fortunately, Etsy has given me an early Christmas present this year by featuring my jewelry in their gift guide sections! In ealrier posts I had noted that two of my items were featured this year: "Tweet Earrings" and "Flirty Floral Necklace".

The "Flirty Floral Necklace" has been so popular that I have sold a dozen of them just in the past month! Thanks Etsy!

I have also been featured in other gift guides this holiday season. The Mama Speaks Holiday Gift Guide and the Indie Collective Holiday Shopping Guide.

Pin It L. Rose Designs "TWEET" Earrings featured in the Etsy "HER" Gift Guide.

Visit Etsy.com to view all the Gift Guides which feature beautiful handmade items. The Gift Guides are conveniently organized by categories for easy shopping. Need a gift for MOM? Easy! Click here. Looking for the perfect gift for your environmentally conscious friend? You got it!


Remember that the Holidays are approaching...get started on your shopping soon :-)