Adorn Yourself with a Bit of Autumn Color

The season of Autumn is a close second to my favorite season, Summer. The only drawback to Autumn is the shortening of daylight (and leaf blowing). Especially here in the Hudson Valley, the hills are bedecked in rich reds, yellows, greens and oranges. And there's no better fashion season that Fall, am I right? Well, I've been busy creating goodies for Fall/Holiday and those Autumn tones are front and center. Have a look!

In my next post, I'll be showing you the work of some of my favorite Etsians, who are bringing the Autumn indoors for your home and your body. Stay tuned!

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Key chains

Necklaces and Earrings

Winter, You've Overstayed Your Welcome

Winter is being a tenacious season on the East Coast this year. We're a week away from April, and snow is still in the picture! Spring, will you ever come? Despite the bleak picture outside my windows, and the lethargy that cold weather can bring, I'm plowing forward and creating, creating, creating for my spring/summer line. I shake my fists at you, Winter!

Okay, rant over. Now take a peek at these lovelies I've been working on. I hope these get you in the springtime mood, even if Mother Nature isn't cooperating!

Antique silver fine chain necklace with filigree copper bead and French inspired floral pendant

Chain dangle earrings made with fine silver curb chain, copper filigree beads and round floral motif charms

Silver charm necklace hand assembled with fleur de lis, crown, bird and wing charms

Antique silver chain with a cluster of 3 charms--silver leaf, ornate silver key, and copper filigree bead.

Steampunk earrings with copper and silver gears, suspended from fine copper curb chain

Steampunk copper necklace with 4 gear charms in copper, brass and antique silver

Fa La La La La...

It's the holiday season, and I'm finally back on track (no thanks to Sandy and a week without power). So thankful that all my household had to deal with was no lights and no heat. Our home and neighborhood fared well, which is something we are immensely grateful for. That being said, the storm did set me back a bit with beefing up the collection and filling orders for the "hap- happiest season of all". But the creative train is chugging along, and I'm psyched to show you my latest lovelies.

First up, some gorgeous necklaces with a hint of industrial toughness.

Triple Crown Charm Necklace

Gunmetal Steampunk Necklace with Gear Charms

Next up, some of my favorite things to make: One of a kind key chains. So fun to create, and they make great stocking stuffers. Some lovely ladies cleared me out of my entire stock at my pre-holiday showcase in October (Woot!). Here are my latest.

More to come! Let me know what your faves are. Til next time!

Newbies to the Showcase Collection!

I'm so excited to be creating again after a busy summer. I'm shoring up the collection with some great pieces for Fall and Holiday. Really loving mixed metals and charms, especially anything with a Steampunk feel. Take a look-see at what I've been up to!
Time to start pinning!

Iron Flowers antique brass chain and gear earrings with orange stones

Steampunk key chain with mixed metal charms

Modern Boho dangle earrings with faux wood charms and chain fringe

Grey tone key chain with assorted gunmetal and vintage button charms

Gunmetal Steampunk charm necklace with gears and filigree beads

Gunmetal chain and gear dangle earrings

Spanish Rose silver and white charm key chain

New Items!

I've put my nose to the grindstone and created some lovelies that I'm really excited to add to the Accessory Showcase collection! I'm loving the whole mixed metal trend, so much of what I'm doing will have that feel for Fall/Holiday. Here's what I've completed so far. There's more to come. Would love to know what you think!

Brass Steampunk Gear Dangle Earrings with Indigo Oval Stones

Autumn Antoinette French Charm Necklace

Victorian-inspired Black Tear Drop Charm Earrings with Copper Beads

Mixed Metal Boho Earrings with Fringe, Copper Beads, and Brass Textured Disc Charms

Antique Silver Eiffel Tower Earrings with Copper Beads and Fine Chain

Modern Boho Necklace with Faux Wood Bronze, Red and Aqua Charms

Wind Down, Focus Up!

Summer was a whirlwind of activity. Sadly, no ocean front getaway, but I did have some good times with the fam. Now, as summer winds down to its final few days, I've been settling in and focusing on getting some goodies made for Fall/Holiday!
Check out my little slice of Heaven:

There's loads more trinkets and baubles in my stash, but this is a good place to start!  A little Boho, a little Steampunk, a little Industrial Chic... Can't wait to see what develops!

This Just In!

As you may have noticed, I have a thing for antique brass and gold finishes. I love jewelry that has a hint of Vintage while still looking clean and new. I'm also a fan of a bit of Steampunk. These elements are what inspired my latest work. Check out the newest members of the Accessory Showcase family!

Antique brass necklace with ornate oval and crystal pendant,
and fleur de lis and miniature key charms

Antique brass dangle earrings with fleur de lis
and gear charms, on oval link chain

Copper Nautical Steampunk charm bracelet with
starfish and gear charms

It's a Charmed Life: Part 2

I'm back after a bit of a lapse (shame on me!), but have been a busy camper creating more items for the Accessory Showcase collection. The newest additions are more handmade, one of a kind key charms! Great for adding some fancy to your keys or the zipper pull of your favorite handbag. I've hand selected delightful charms and glass beads and lovingly assembled them to create key charms that are truly special. Check these babies out!

Charmed Life

It's been a rainy, cool week in the Hudson Valley, and motivation has been low to do anything productive. Is it just me that wants only to curl up on the couch with a throw and some Ben & Jerry's when it's dreary out? With two kiddos, vegging is next to impossible. But, today I rallied and focused on getting some creative time in. I've been treasury-making on Etsy like a madwoman, and I've created three new key charms for my "Charmed Life" story in my shop. These charms also work well to adorn the zipper pulls on your favorite handbags. Check 'em out!

What's New?

More pieces completed! The collection has some lovely new additions. More sassy, steampunk-inspired offerings for my Iron Flower story. Nice, no?