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Blue Beauty Bead Embrodered Necklace with Handcrafted Cabochon

Sat, 12 Dec 2009 16:54:44 -0500

$38.00
I made the beautiful cabochon in the pendant and I really liked it so I wanted to bead a pendant that would show it of. I think I accomplished my goal.

The cabochon is made with polymer clay,ink and gold leaf all blended to make a pretty pattern filled with colors and depth. It measures aprox. 1x2 inches.

I beaded around the cabochon with high quality Japanese Delica beads and Swarovski crystals to create a beautiful pendant that is lined on the back with suede for a clean finish.

The necklace measures 19 inches and is strung on jewelers wire and finished with wire guards,Scrimps and a lobster clasp.

This One of a Kind necklace will come in a gift box for giving to some one special or to treat your self.

Winter Holiday Candle holder

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 15:53:28 -0500

$18.00
Stars, snowflakes and shiney gifts adorn this wintery candle holder.

I like the textured effect of the mica shift on the silver clay. The blue glittered stars are embossed with a snowflake pattern.

This votive size holder will be a great addition to and winter decore.

Christmas Tree Gift Box Or Ornament

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 15:53:28 -0500

$14.95
I love the holidays and I am always looking for interesting ways to give a gift to someone special.

I think this rustic box is 2 gifts in one; not only is it a gift box it also makes a great standing ornament for adding to your holiday decor.

The wooden box measures 6 inches long x 4 inches wide and is 1 1/2 inches deep. It has 2 hidden magnets that help keep it closed.

I distressed the wood and pained it with gold silver and green metallic paints. I made the insert with sparkling Christmas red polymer clay and embossed it with a tree and accented the embossed tree with green Swarovski crystals. I then further embellished it with copper wire and seed beads.

Happy Holidays!!!!!

Faux Raku Spirit Candle Holder

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 10:54:00 -0500

$15.00
I used polymer clay to create the faux granite and raku candle holder. I used a glass candle holder as the base.

It measures 10 3/4 inches around and is 4 inches tall. I short pilliar candle would work well in this holder.

I really like this piece.....and I enjoyed making it.

Wooden Purse Butterflies in the Night Sky Themed Mixed Media

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 10:54:00 -0500

$25.00
I really like the "Butterflies in the stormy sky" themed purse. It's sturdy and roomy and will easily hold what ever you need. It's a one of a kind purse that is sure to be noticed.

I love to do decoupage and collage projects combining them with interesting paint finishes. Making decorative boxes has always been one of my favorite subjects. This purse much the same idea.

The paint finish is my favorite part, the colors are a pretty combination of pearl,teal,turquoise and purple. I used several painting techniques to give the painted surface lots of great texture.

To the surface I decoupaged really pretty water colored butterflies, moths and flowers along with 2 pretty B monograms. There is just the slightest touch of fairy dust on the cut outs to catch the light for a gentle sparkle.

Measurements..3 3/4 deep/tall x 4 1/2 wide

Pretty Posey Soap or Lotion Dispenser

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 10:54:00 -0500

$15.00
Pretty flowers and butterflies decorate this pump dispenser with 3-d little bees fliting around. All the colorful decorations on the ceramic dispenser are made with polymer clay. The flowers look like they are painted but nope...all the designs are made by careful blending of the clay.

It measures 10 inches around at widest point and is aprox. 6 1/2 inches tall.

I think this would look really pretty on your desk filled with lotion or in the bathroom filled with soap.

Beautiful Blue Denim Lapis Beadwoven Necklace

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 19:40:03 -0500

$35.00
I really like the depth of color in this Blue Denim Lapis cabochon.

I beaded the cabochon with some really pretty cobalt blue ab. seed beads and dark blue sapphire Swarovski crystals to make the pendant. It is finished on the back with ultra suede. The pendant measures aprox 2x1 1/2 inches.

The necklace is made with the same beads as the pendant and finished with scrimps and a silver Swarovski crystal toggle clasp. It is 24 inches long and can be shortened upon request.

I'll send it in a nice gift box ready to give or keep as a treat for yourself.

Bronze Beauty Beadwoven Brooch

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 19:40:03 -0500

$20.00
I made this pretty lacy brooch to show off the pretty hand made cabochon.

I made the pretty cabochon with many layers of translucent polymer clay and inks that form the pattern with many layers and depth of color. Then I buffed and sanded it to a high gloss finishes and applied an acrylic sealer.

I surrounded the pretty cabochon with high quality Japanese seed beads and accented with glass floral beads. The back is finished with ultra suede for a smooth clean finish.

The piece measures 2 1/2 x 1 3/4. It would make a great accent to any outfit, scarf, purse or maybe a handbag.

Your brooch will come in a gift box ready to give.

Tropical Flower Polymer Clay Cane

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 18:14:06 -0500

$4.00
I make a lot of flower canes to use in my projects and often I make more then I need so off and on I will be putting some of the extras here in my shop.

This pretty flower is made with Premo brand clay. it is 2 inches long by 3/8 inch wide. You can make several projects frome this one sns cane.

Yellow Posey Polymer Clay Cane

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 18:14:06 -0500

$5.00
This is a raw polymer clay cane made with Premo brand polymer clay.

This large cane measures 1/2 inch x 2 inches. You can use it as is or reduce it to a smaller size. This is plenty of cane to make dozens of beads or adorn several projects.

Have you ever wanted to make your own beads this is a great way to start. I enclude general use instructions with each cane

Fantacy Leaf Polymer Clay Cane Orange

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 18:14:05 -0500

$4.00
This cane is made with Premo brand polymer clay and measures a little under 1/2 inch and is 2 inches long. It can be used as is to create dozens of pretty beads or redused to make even more projects.

It would work well with most of the other canes in my shop.

New to polymer clay? Instructions for use can be encluded if needed

Fantacy Leaf Polymer Clay Cane Purple

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 18:14:05 -0500

Quilt Square Card Case

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 09:30:03 -0500

$10.00
If you are a Quilter this card case is a great way to show your quilting pride. This case will hold around 20 business cards or 4 or 5 credit cards. When I don't want to carry my purse I put my debt card and some folded bills in my case and slip it into my pocket.

I embellished the case with polymer clay quilt canes that I make and mounted them on a pearl green background and for an added sparkle I added 9 Swarovski Crystals.

The sturdy metal case measures 2 1/2 inches by 3 3/4 inches. The case will come in a gold gift box and will make a great gift for yourself or that quilter in your life.

Stained Glass Pattern Polymer Clay Bobby Pin Set

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 09:30:02 -0500

$6.00
These 2 cute bobbies are made using my handcrafted polymer clay buttons. The pattern is made with clay and no paint so they will always look as bright and cheerful as the day you get them.

The buttons measure aprox. 3/4 of an inch and the silver bobby is 2 1/4 inches long.

These pieces of "Hair Jewelry" will look good with any hair color.

Whimsical Tropical Fish Polymer Clay Glass Tile Necklace

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 09:30:02 -0500

$23.00
I like the clean look of the glass tile style pendants but I can't leave well enough alone I had to mix in my favorite crafting material; Polymer Clay. I think this makes each pendant a little one of a kind piece of wearable art.

This cute little fish looks like it's painted but it's not it's made by carefully blending polymer clay. I suspended the cute little fish in many layers liquid polymer clay and topped it with a 1x2 inch glass tile. I added little Swarovski flat back crystals to make little "bubbles".

The pendant is strung on strong bead cable. The necklace is 16 inches of water colored crystals and glass pearls finished with Scrimps and a lobster clasp. I can make the necklace longer if needed with a chain extender at no extra cost.

Bohemian Beauty Artisan Necklace

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 09:12:49 -0500

$30.00
When I found the cool exotic brass pendant mounting I fell in love with it. I knew I had to make some beads and a polymer clay cabochon to finish the pendant. I strung them with hemitite rice beads and brass bead caps. I took some vintage crystals from my collection and mounted them on the filigree pendant base.

Also my stash I had the cool brass bead caps and the perfect clasp. The clasp is magnetic for ease of wear. I think they all came together to make a pretty necklace. It measures about 18 inches long. I would be happy to lengthen or shorten it upon request.

I think it would look beautiful worn with a black moc turtle neck or a peasant blouse. It will make a bold statement with any outfit for sure.

Your jewelry will come in a cotton lined box ready for gift giving.

Mixed Media Wooden Purse I Will Always Be a Dreamer Theme

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 09:12:49 -0500

$25.00
I really enjoyed making the "I will always be a dreamer" themed purse. I think it cute and will make anyone smile.

I have fun doing mixed media projects because I get to use a lot of different techniques; combine them to make something pretty. In this purse I used decorative painting along with decoupage and collage.

I love hot air balloons and I think they are a good way to symbolize dreams.
The front side is a collage of balloons and the sun and symbolizes day dreams.
The back has stars and the moon and speaks to night dreams.

I blinged the purse up with 64 Swarovski crystals that catch the light and sparkle beautifully.. In side on the lid I mounted a oval mirror so you can check yourself anywhere. The purse measures 2 1/2 inches deep , 9 1/2X6 1/4 tall and wide.

Silvertone Bangle Bracelet With Handcrafted Retro Pattern Focal

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 09:12:49 -0500

$20.00
I love making beads and jewelry with polymer clay it can be used in so many ways. I blended many colors of clay together to create the retro pattern on the focal bead. I then sanded and buffed it to a glass like finish.

I mounted the focal 18x26mm focal bead on a silvertone bangle bracelet. It is sturdy and comfortable to wear. I think it will look great with a casual outfit.

Tropical Candle Holder with White Tea and Ginger Palm Candle

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:36:36 -0500

$13.00
I love the shape of this glass votive holder. I embellished it with hand sculpted polymer clay Tropical flowers. Check out the tiny frog it measures a little under 1/2 inch long. The holder is 3 1/2 inches tall.

I thought the White Tea / Ginger scented candle was perfect for the holder.

I used palm wax which will burn very clean which will make it easy to clean. When you are done burning the candle wipe out the holder and replace with a standard votive.

This will make a great gift for someone special or to treat yourself.

Jingle Elf Christmas Ornament

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:36:36 -0500

$13.00
This is # 4 in my Jingle Ornament collection inspired my my Son's childhood drawings.

This cute little guy measures aprox 5 1/2 inches long. He is made with polymer clay and has a large silver jingle bell for a tummy. His suit and the brim of his hat has some glitter in it to catch the sparkle of the Christmas tree lights. His hanger is red copper wire.

He has a wreath for you....Happy Holidays!

Story Teller Jingle Ornament 2007

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:36:36 -0500

$13.50
Many years ago when my Son was a child he drew little Christmas Elf's he called Jingles so every year I make Jingle ornaments inspired by his drawings.

This is the 3rd. in the 2007 collection. He is called The Story Teller. He is sitting on an ice cube with a gold Christmas tree and Peace sign attached. I like to think he is telling a story about "Peace on earth and Good Will Twards Man".

He is 4 inches tall and made intirely from polymer clay. He can be used as a table top ornament or I can add a hanger upon request so he can be hung in your tree.

Snowflake Jingle Table Top Ornament

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 16:20:54 -0500

$14.95
Jingles are little Elves that I have been making for a few years.

Snowflake Jingle is made with polymer clay. He is sitting on a 3 1/2 inch wooden base and is aprox. 2 3/4 inches high. In his hand he holds a little red Jingle Bell.

He a table top ornament but upon request I can add hanger if you would rather display him on your tree.

The Jingle Series is inspired by my Sons childhood drawings.

Holiday Star Box

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:50:52 -0500

$14.00
I love mixing blue and silver for holiday items. This Rustic star box is made with pine wood and has a polymer clay insert with a Swarovski crystal set in the lid. The lid secures with magnets. The sides are are distressed and textured for visual interest...

The box would be great used as a gift box for a special present. I think it also looks great standing on it's side and displayed as a decoration. I have several on my fireplace mantle.

It measures 4 1/2 inches across and is 1 1/2 inches deep.

Safari Hand Mirror

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:50:51 -0500

$22.00
This little hand mirror is made from polymer clay. The silly lions mane is adorned with freshwater pearls and garnet beads. His eyes are made from hemitite beads.

The hand mirror is 5 inches long including the handle. The mirror face is 2 inches wide.

I used Kato brand clay to make this item it is a very strong clay. The pearls and beads are all wired in for extra security.

This was a lot of fun..C.F. inspired

Christmas Tree Gift Box Or Ornament

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 19:36:05 -0500

$14.95
I love the holidays and I am always looking for interesting ways to give a gift to someone special.

I think this rustic box is 2 gifts in one; not only is it a gift box it also makes a great standing ornament for adding to your holiday decor.

The wooden box measures 6 inches long x 4 inches wide and is 1 1/2 inches deep. It has 2 hidden magnets that help keep it closed.

I distressed the wood and pained it with gold silver and green metallic paints. I made the insert with sparkling Christmas green polymer clay and embossed it with a tree and accented the embossed tree with red Swarovski crystals. I then further embellished it with copper wire and seed beads.

Happy Holidays!!!!!

Holiday Star Box

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 19:36:05 -0500

Twilight Reflection Reversible Beadwoven Polymer Clay Necklace

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:03:29 -0500

$25.00
This beautiful necklace is really 2 necklaces in one because I designed it to be reversible. I this adds a lot of value to the piece.

When I made the focal bead for the pendant I thought it was so pretty on both sides I couldn't decide which to make the front or back so I didn't.

The focal pendant is made with polymer clay metallic paint and gold leaf. I surrounded the bead with hundreds of seed beads woven in a pretty patterned bezel. The seed bead bezel is different on each side. I strung the pendant on a 21 inch necklace of seed beads and finished it with a lobster clasp.

This piece is a one of a kind original piece of bead art. It is one of my favorites.

Blue Floral Garden Polymer Clay and Glass Tile Pendant Necklace

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:03:29 -0500

$23.00
I like the clean look of the glass tile style pendants but I can't leave well enough alone I had to mix in my favorite crafting material; Polymer Clay. I think this makes each pendant a little one of a kind piece of wearable art.

The flower garden pendant is made by carefully blending different colors of clays to form the floral patterns. I topped the polymer pendant with a glass tile to make it look as if you are looking at the garden through water. It's a pretty effect that is difficult to capture on a photo.

The pendant is strung on strong bead cable. The necklace is 21 inches pretty colored crystals and floral gemstone beads finished with Scrimps and a lobster clasp. I can make the necklace longer if needed with a chain extender or shorter at no extra cost.

Bunches of Butterflys Polymer Clay and Glass TilePendant and Crystal Necklace

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:03:29 -0500

$23.00
I like the clean look of the glass tile style pendants but I can't leave well enough alone I had to mix in my favorite crafting material; Polymer Clay. I think this makes each pendant a little one of a kind piece of wearable art.

The butterfly pattern pendant is made by carefully blending different colors of clays to form the butterfly patterns. I topped the polymer pendant with a glass tile .

The pendant is strung on strong bead cable. The necklace is 19 inches of pretty colored crystals and silver plated beads finished with Scrimps and a lobster clasp. I can make the necklace longer if needed with a chain extender or shorter at no extra cost.

Sculpted Floral Victorian Bangle Bracelet

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:38:06 -0500

$23.00
I love flowers and sculpting them is something I really enjoy doing. This bracelet is a bold beautiful statement.

I made sculpted the focal for this bracelet using polymer clay. I don't use paint on my pieces the design is created by careful blending of the clay. The design will always look as colorful as the day you receive it.

I added the focal to a lovely Victorian styled goldtone bangle. This bracelet will fit an averaged size wrist. The focal measures 1 1/2 inch x 1 inch.

Floral Compact Mirror

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:38:06 -0500

$13.00
I love to make functional items that are pretty and I think this compact does a good job of it.

The top of the 2 1/2x1 3/4 inch silver plated compact is embellished with polymer clay. The flowers are not painted they are made by carefully blending different colored polymer clays. The design is accented with vintage Swarovski crystals. Inside the compact is 2 mirrors and it is the perfect size for your handbag.

The compact will come to you in a gold box ready for gift giving.

Sparkling Handmade Set of Beads

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:38:06 -0500

$11.00
The 16 beads in this set are enough to make several pieces. You could with the addition of other beads and findings make a nice matching necklace, bracelet and pair of earrings.

Each bead is a mixture of layers of clay, inks, glitter and gold leaf. Together these things make beautiful colors, patterns and depth in each bead. I hand sanded and buffed each bead to a glass like finish.

These beads are very durable and keep your jewelry light for ease of wear.

There are so many colors in these beads you won't have a hard time finding beads and outfits to go with them.

16 beads in set
14 round beads are 1/4 inch
2 oval focal beads are 3/4 inch long

Butterfly Compact Mirror

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:38:06 -0500

$16.00
I love to make fuctional items that are pretty and I think this compact does a good job of it.

The top of the 2 1/2x1 3/4 inch silver plated compact is embellished with polymer clay. The butterflies are not painted they are made by carefully blending different colored poloymer clays. Inside the compact is a mirror and is the perfect size for your handbag.

The compact will come to you in a gold box ready for gift giving.

Flower Power Photo Frame

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:25:57 -0400

$15.00
Flowers every where on this frame and none of them are painted on. I made the floral pattern by blending colors of polymer clay to create the flower pattern on the glass.

The frame back is black metal. The frame measures
7x5 1/4 inches. The photo opening is 3x3 3/4 inches.

If you like flowers this is the frame for you.

Handmade Kaleidoscope Pillow Bead Watch

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:25:56 -0400

$40.00
I love making beads with polymer clay; I think it's a great way to make One Of A Kind Jewelry.

I paired these beads with some gorgeous amethyst Swarovski Crystal stations and a beautiful Mother of Pearl watch face. The clasp is magnetic that is very strong and easy to clasp.

I would call this watch plus size it measures 8 1/2 inches and comfortably fits a larger wrist.

Your watch will come to you in a lovely gold box and ready for gift giving or a nice treat for yourself.

Swarovski Sparkle Snowflake Ornament

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 13:55:40 -0400

$5.00
The sparkle on this ornament is awesome and when surounded by lights it will be even better. It has a high sparkle beacause I made it with metalic and pearl clays and inlaid red and green Swarovski crystals. I further embelished it with a glitter snowflake, icecicele , a red jingle bell and a red wire for hanging.

The ornament measures 3 1/2 inches and is reversable so it looks pretty on both sides. The back side has a 3-d snowflake pattern.

Handmade Abstract Buttons

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 15:57:15 -0400

$5.00
I love having unique buttons on my sewing projects. I really enjoy making them from polymer clay.

The square base of the button is a really pretty shade of pearl green. The abstract pattern toppers are textured and have many colors in them making them easy to coordinate with your projects.

Polymer clay buttons are very durable when properly cared for.
Just remember the following..
Do not dry clean.
Wash item inside out and hang to dry.

These buttons measure 1/2 inch. Set of 6.

Pink Pearl Millifori Beaded Bracelet With Magnetic Heart Clasp.

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 15:57:15 -0400

$20.00
This bracelet screams spring with all of the pretty floral beads. I made the floral focal beads with polymer clay. The flowers are made with my own milifori canes. There is no paint on these beads just a clear acrylic sealer to inhance the mica in the beads.

I strung the handmade beads with tiny glass pearls and finished it with a gold toned two piece magnetic heart clasp. The clasp is a pretty focal piece and it makes the bracelet easy to put on.

The bracelet measures 7 inches.