New to the shop: Poinsettia- ruby red jade and freshwater pearl earrings

My design, just added to the shop:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/60281213/poinsettia-ruby-red-jade-and-freshwater

My inspiration: image found on ebay.

Just added to the shop. I was inspired by a fancy ruby and diamond piece. Buying large perfect rubies which is rather expensive I used red jade. You still get the same affect, at a wallet friendly price of only $120 USD available at http://www.etsy.com/listing/60281213/poinsettia-ruby-red-jade-and-freshwater

Austro-Hungarian Jewelry

Antique Austro Hungarian Emerald Bracelet


Classic Austro Hungarian Citrine Bracelet



Austro-Hungarian Jewelry...what is it you say. I say it's amazing intricate gemstone jewelry from the late 19th early 20th century. I also love it because I am Austrian and Hungarian. You certainly can't find jewelry like this anymore.

Images are from:
http://www.rubylane.com

Coral: Too Precious to Wear

I came across a site urging designers and people to not use real coral in their jewelry and home. Coral is an important resource and complex ecosystem in the ocean.It is actually an animal, so when you think of it in that term is kind of puts me off to using coral in my jewelry. This whole concept of coral being too precious to wear can be found on http://www.tooprecioustowear.org What do you think? Is coral too precious to wear?

Coral Necklace:
http://www.bagborroworsteal.com/jewelry/kenneth-jay-lane-coral-and-gold-branch-necklace/9568/3147/1048840&posCol=2&posRow=12&page=1

Coral reef photo:
ianskipworth.com

Sneak Peek Bridal Shoot

I was recently approached to have my jewelry photographed for a bridal cover story. In this picture my Sweet Pea necklace http://www.etsy.com/listing/47103372/sweet-pea-mystic-pink-quartz-14k-gold is featured.I hope to have more to share. http://www.tsubakifoto.com/wwwtsubakifotocom/2010/10/14/avia-hotel-long-beach-sneak-peek-bridal-shoot.html#comments

New Treasury: Somewhere, over the rainbow, way up high

This is my new treasury I made on etsy I am loving rainbow colors especially in pastel shades.

I Live to Live

Inspirational watercolor art can be found at:
http://www.etsy.com/shop/thewheatfield

I am still trying to figure out if I am going into too many directions with my blog. But it's mine so I will treat this blog as a journal/ notebook for just beautiful things. I always used to be future driven, meaning I would postpone my happiness for later. I recently discovered self actualization and the only moment that is eternal is the present.
I have been carrying around folders and folders of magazine cutouts of interior, exteriors of homes, fashion, botanical thinking one day I will have a house and I will do x,y, z...I do have a home it's an apartment, but that doesn't mean I can't make it beautiful and start using these inspirations now. After all Jonathan Adler wrote a book titled: My Prescription for Anti-Depressive Living which by the way is a hilarious and genius concept. Beautiful surroundings can change your perspective. Your home should be your sanctuary, you should be glad to come home to it.In fact you should be happy to be living the life you have. LIVE TO LIVE!!!!

The Cutest Retail Shop: The French General

As I have recently discovered Salvage magazine, I saw a mini description for this store called The French General. I visited the website www.frenchgeneral.com and oh my I was totally inspired not just by their unique quirky website but at what they carry...vintage inspired french fabrics,notions,beads,books,paper,jewelry kits and so much more. I believe I need to make a trip out for a Monday as they are only opened on Monday.C'est la vie

The Cutest Country Kitchen

I was recently at my local Barnes and Nobel when I started flipping through selvage magazine (by the way it is a fantastic magazine) and there was this beautiful feature on a women named Mary Cooper and her 200 year old home in New Orleans. What I love about this kitchen is the red pots and pans with the contrast of teal blue and the exposed shelving. My philosophy is if you can't see it you won't use it. This this such a charming kitchen.www.selvedge.org

Using Ribbon in Jewelry

www.floralina.etsy.com




www.jcrew.com

I have been seeing a lot of ribbon in jewelry lately from the tiny boutiques in the mall to online shops. Most feel jewelry has to be metal, but the juxtaposition of feminine satin or silk timed with bold masculine gemstones is quite lovely. I recently made a this necklace and was inspired by this j.crew creation.

Reborn Freshwater Pearl Necklace

I have been working on this piece forever it seems. I was inspired by these giant reborn freshwater pearls and the beautiful natural luster, color, and nacre they have.But let me tell you this has been a labor of love as I have used over 150 small freshwater pearls strung throughout. I think the end result is stunning. I have to start working on pricing and figure out how much I spent alone just on materials.This will be posted for sale on www.floralina.etsy.com soon.

Indian Bridal Jewelry

Is it me or do I wish I could be an Indian bride, the intricate gemstone encrusted vibrant jewelry just makes me oh and ahh. The jewelry is more like art.
Images c/o of: http://www.womenxone.com/jewelry/indian-bridal-kundan-jewelry-set/

Custom Wedding London Blue Topaz Necklace

I wanted to share with you a custom piece I made for a bride. Who says you can't wear sapphire blue...personally the results are stunning.www.floralina.etsy.com

The Rolling Fog in Hungary

These photos were taken driving in West Hungary in the early morning. Looking at these pictures is really peaceful. Imagine if this was the view when you drove.

Vencie, Italy

This past August I was in Venice, and truly there is no city in the world that can compare to this city built on water. Every corner is something beautiful to experience.

The Greatest :Billie Hoilday, Louis Armstrong, Edith Piaf

Listening to these songs I am instantly transported to a bygone time.

Bark Wrapping

I just love this concept! If flowers are natural why use a generic vase or pot when you can wrap your container in tree bark such as birch. Above are the instructions. How chic!

Photos c/o www.marthastewart.com

Parisian Pâtisseries

Sometimes I think wouldn't be wonderful to own a little pastry shop with glass cases full of macaroons in all pastel hues and petite fruit tarts. But then it would be hard to have a bakers schedule they start they day when the rest of us are sleeping. Images are from http://laduree.fr/index_en.htm and http://www.sadaharuaoki.jp/

Beautiful Screenshots from Movies

Most people go to the movies for a good story, and sometimes a happy ending. Personally I get excited and inspired to see the beautiful set decoration and locations. Each shoot is truly art, and I assume so much thought goes into each shoot from the lighting, costumes, location, wardrobe, makeup, and jewelry. The above are from my favorites: An Education, Eat Pray Love, Inception, La Vie en Rose.