~ Fruit From The Vine ~

Good Evening!

I got busy working on the Italy piece this morning my mind wandered to thinking about the country itself. Although I’ve never been there I would love to go and see the scenery. I was reminded of the movie “Under the Tuscan Sun” and how much I related to that story in my own life. I have much to be thankful for and as in the movie, if one thing were changed the outcome would have been different and everything happens for a reason. I have such peace with that and am enjoying life’s journey. I would not change one thing in my life, its an amazing journey and I again realize how blessed I truly have been.

I am always wondering if I am being selfish in stealing time to do something I love so much and this requested piece brought affirmation that yes, thus far it is ordained. Surprisingly (or not), everything fell into place in such a short amount of time and I was really pleased to have it turn out like it did.

I truly hope it brings its new owner April joy, and wish her safety in her travels to new places. I am so blessed to have been a small part of her journey and her life touched mine in such a special way.
We learn and grow from each other…sometimes touching those we don’t even know.
So here, as promised, is the finished “Italy” piece.
(click to enlarge)






So that is all from the torch today, although I do have a peach and blue set I am working on for someone special. I hope to get back to it tomorrow and finish the set I have in mind. I think it will be another simple but sweet piece like Italy.
We will see!

Thanks for stopping by and

~ Keep Looking UP ~
xxx

Branching Out!

Hello Again!

Well the cold weather is still around but I was inspired last week to melt some
bright summer glass. Lemon yellow and lime green appealed to me so I had a good time making this little flower bead and a few spacers. My torch time was limited but I made good use of the time that I had.
The necklace came out really pretty, simple but sweet.
(you can click to enlarge the pictures)






I also just got done with another necklace and earring set for a friend who likes blue and lime green.
I was really pleased with the heart that made an unexpected appearance. :)






And last but NOT least I got an email from a friend today. Her missionary group needed a gift for another young lady who was about to embark on a missionary journey to Italy. My friend requested that the colors be red, green and white, the colors of the Italian flag and she needed it.....tomorrow! EEK! LOL
I immediately thought of my Citrus neckalce above and decided to go with that simple style and see what I could come up with.
Below is a picture of what I accomplished. The necklace is planned out, the beads are in the kiln baking and tomorrow morning I will put it all together.
I was blessed to be able to sit down and make a flower bead...perfectly at the first try. Pressure usually hampers me a bit but not today!






I'll be sure to post pics of the finished piece after its on its way to its new owner. I am honored to have been thought of to provide such a special gift that will travel a world away and be a part of spreading the word.

Yes, I am blessed and I wish many blessings for you too!
Until next time....

~ Keep Looking UP ~
xxx

Changes Bring Growth!

Hello!

Its the HEART month! <3

I love February! I always think of Pink and Red this month but more importantly, its one of the "LOVE" months to me because it brings our love for one another to the fore front and it is also the very beginning of spring signaling new growth is on its way for the year.

Growth is so very important for us all and as we grow in our knowledge and spirit we help others grow as well. Exploring, learning and even taking risks can be such a wonderous thing and are important for growth so I encourage everyone this month to tell someone close to you how much they mean to you and if you don't normally express yourself so openly I can assure you the look on their face will make your heart grow so full it might feel like its going to break! A GOOD break!

Here are a couple of pieces inspired by this month's colors:

Yummy Calliente (Hot) Pink I adore this color of glass!






And Pink Dahlia...I am in love with how this one turned out!






Remember, taking the time to appreciate those who have blessed our lives is also growth so tell them you LOVE them, after all this IS a LOVE month!!!

Happy Valentine's Day Everyone, and keep looking UP!!! <3

The New Year Brings Changes!!

Hello and Happy New Year!!!

It has been So long since I updated. Sorry!

I fell ill again which knocked my bead production and creating jewelry back several weeks then the holidays started coming and you know how it is after Thanksgiving...
Christmas is right around the corner and it got here for me so quickly! *L*
I do hope you and your family had wonderful holidays, we all did.

I had an extra show in Dripping Springs with the BG's (my Bead Girls friends)in mid December and it was a good show for us...not to mention a fun day of us catching up. We plan on doing it again next year!!

Also right before Christmas my DS found out he was acceped into the Air Force...that boy is stoked! Its still such fun to see him so excited. I am so proud!

I am very excited to tell you that I had submitted pictures of some of my jewelry pieces created with my beads back in October and they were published!!!
The Flow is a magazine for glass artists and the pink and brown necklace in the pic below is the piece that was chosen to be included in their magazine.
I am very honored to be included in such a magazine, there are so many talented glass artists out there!!!

What a way to start the New year!!!

I want to thank all my family (especially my DH and DS), friends and wonderful customers for their encouragement and support, without it I don't think I would have even thought to submit my work. I have so many things to be thankful for...I am very blessed to have you all in my life!! Thank you!!!

Well that is the news for now. I hope to get back to the torch soon, its been too long and I am itching to play with fire and melt some glass!!

More creations and pics coming soon and if you see something you like just contact me!!!

Oh and always remember.......Keep Looking UP!!!

xxx

Time Flies!

Hello!

I can't believe its been so long since I updated!

I have been very busy at the torch and creating jewelry. I had several special orders I had to get out and then the flower beads I had made needed to be used.
There was a bead show 2 weeks ago and the BG's were there! Beads galore - what fun!

Here are some of the blooms I had made now ready for sale:










The pink and brown neckalce is absolutely yummy! I was really pleased with how it turned out! The turquoise flower dangle has a real southwest flair and was fun to make.

Well I am ooff to get back out to my studion and make more jewelry. I have 2 shows coming upp and hope to have planty of inventory.

I hope you are well, thanks for stopping by and remember - Keep Looking Up!

Moving Right Along!

Good Afternoon!

Well as with the changes and the seasons things just keep moving along. As I get one project done, another emerges.....YEA! More glass to melt! ;)

First off the proposal anklet along with a requested pair of earrings to match are on their way home. Here they are and remember pics are clickable now too ;)




I have new pendants coming out!
There are only a few I have ready for show but here is a peek:










Two of the pendants are made with a glass called Terra and its beautiful! I never know what colors I will get from it but they range from blues to greens, fuschia pink and purple. This glass also has a lustre and sheen to it I can't capture with the camera as much as I try to.

Here are some upcomgin blooms that haven't been baked yet ~ more Terra ~ Love that glass!






Well the B G's got together again this weekend! FUN, fun, fun!
Melting and chatting....methinks more chatting than melting but who cares, we were chatting about glass! lol

I am back to the studio.....another Lapis Flower necklace is being created, its gonna look cool with jeans and I am adding a bit of CZ sparkle to it too.
A little Bling is always good ;)

Hope all is well in your world and remember ~
Keep Looking UP!

Changes!

Hello!

Well only 4 days later and I am back!

This past week has shown me changes in several ways.
As with the changing of the seasons there are changes in life as well.

The first happy change I can reveal now is that the gentleman who contacted me for a piece to propose with, came by today with his now finace'!

My last update was a sneak peek, remember?

It was very exciting to sneak him the box with her pretty in it and then I had to conceal my joy and wait to see if he would indeed propose to her here. He did!
As she and I visited, she is a sweetie, and we passed the time talking as the guys took care of their business and then "the opportunity".
DH needed a phone number and as we headed to the house to get he number.....they went out in my studio.
It was an perfect opportunity for him to have a private moment with her and he took it and as he put the anklet on her popped the question! She said YES!
So now I can say congratulations to them and we wish them every happiness and reveal her finished anklet!

Here is her finished anklet and you can click to get a larger image:





I will need to make a few changes to it and she also wanted a pair of earrings to match so I will be once again at the torch (yea!) and get her pieces done because all us girls know how fun it is to be able to wear our presents so I have to get them back to her ASAP!!

The other change is hurricane Dean approaching the gulfcoast.
Storms are a part of life for so many along the coast and a definite concern for all.
I will be watching where Dean goes and its always hard for me since there is no good place for me to wish it to, it will affect many no matter where it goes.

Please keep all who are in Dean's path in your thoughts and prayers.
I surely will as I continue to Look Up!