Gathering Leaves

Gathering Leaves


Spades take up leaves
No better than spoons,
And bags full of leaves
Are light as balloons.

I make a great noise
Of rustling all day
Like rabbit and deer
Running away.

But the mountains I raise
Elude my embrace,
Flowing over my arms
And into my face.

I may load and unload
Again and again
Till I fill the whole shed,
And what have I then?

Next to nothing for weight,
And since they grew duller
From contact with earth,
Next to nothing for color.

Next to nothing for use.
But a crop is a crop,
And who's to say where
The harvest shall stop?


--Robert Frost


Here are a few new earrings that I made and posted in my shop recently!  I hope you all are enjoying the cooler weather!

Honey Bee Earrings



Happy Hummingbird Earrings





 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Sunshine Earrings

The Moon is Made of Cream Cheese

Okay, maybe not.  But really, if it were up to me, the moon would be made of rice crispies and marshmallows.....

Here are a couple pairs of "Moon" earrings that I recently made (in the spirit of Halloween, yah-sure).  These are made using Czech glass beads.  I know that they are very simple, but Czech glass beads are so pretty that they can stand alone! 

Harvest Moon



Witches Moon



Blogger......Rhymes With Frogger.....

I listed a few new pairs of earrings yesterday!  I figured during this slow time, I would feed my creative need with some simple items like earrings.  They are pretty, and they keep me busy!  I hope you all are enjoying our seasonal transition into fall -- I've put out some of my fall decorations already!  Have a good day!

Blue Grapes



Amethyst Drops






















Moonlit Evening



Wash With Your Brain!

Well...sort of....  Fun Gooey Brain Cupcake Soap made by Sunbasilgarden Soap!  Devilish little gift to give to all those stinky goblins in your life.  Sunbasilgarden offers a variety of bath items that come in different scents and styles!  Check out Pomegranate Paradise and Mango Tango Bath Bomb!



Gooey Brain Cupcake Soap





















IT..CAME..FROM..SPACE..!!  If you say it like Captain Kirk, it sounds more dramatic.....   So, here is a little pair of funky earrings that I listed this morning -- they do remind me of something from outer space! 

It Came From Space

Autumn Rain and Cozy Quilts

I posted a new set of earrings last night!  I named them "Leaves In a Puddle", because they reminded me of taking a walk after a cool fall rain, and watching the fallen leaves drift across the puddles like tiny ships sailing to distant lands.

Leaves In a Puddle

I found this beautiful Autumn themed quilt on Etsy.  It is a Fall Frolic Scrappy Lap Quilt by Pieces of Pine.  I love to wrap myself up in a cozy quilt on a cold winter's day -- and a handmade quilt makes it even more comforting!  



Fall Frolic Scrappy Lap Quilt

  

Simply Charm-ing!

Another fun and bright bracelet creation!  Mariel's Garden is bold and beautiful -- glass lampwork, freshwater pearls and Swarovski crystals in full bloom!  Fabulous colors in pink, lemon, lime, cherry, and green.  Wear a little bit of summer!

Mariel's Garden

I have always thought this was a great idea for gifts!  Meg's Creations at Etsy offers pre-assembled mixes for cookies, brownies, dips and more!  Check out her Cranberry White Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix -- Yummy!

Cranberry White Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix

Drops From a Leaf.....

Pretty and delicate, this necklace makes a stunning statement!  A simple, silver, open leaf focal with an assortment of colored drops, rolling down silver chains.  Freshwater pearls give it a touch of elegance!

Drops From a Leaf

If there is anything that gives a home some country charm, it is a wreath.  Blooming Couture on Etsy has some beautiful floral wreaths, along with topiaries, floral arrangements and custom order witches hats! Hang a wreath on your front door to make your home warm and inviting during the holidays!

Autumn Pear Wreath

Man in the Moon Earrings and Tasty Apple Dip!

Man in the Moon

I have always been fascinated with the night sky -- the stars, planets, and our moon.  They always give me a sense of peace and tranquility!  I enjoyed making these Man in the Moon earrings, and the Swarovski crystal stars add a beautiful, shining touch!












Here's a tasty treat -- just in time for fall apple picking!
Cinnamon-Brown Sugar Dip from Kraft Foods.  I love this site, because it offers simple, and tasty recipes!  Follow the link to their site and enjoy!

Cinnamon-Brown Sugar Dip

Ode to the End of Summer.

Autumn Reverie

Aaaahhhh.....although I don't think that today is going to feel like the end of summer!  Hot and muggy is the given forecast.  So, I just thought that I would invoke a 'thought' of fall by posting another of my autumn inspired necklaces!  A harmonious blend of violet, copper and moss seed beads accentuate the beautiful maple leaf (an actual epoxied leaf).  The pendant can be removed, so that you may wear the necklace alone.  A little bit of Autumn flair!



And a bit O' whimsy.....


Greenie Marie Whimsical Art Dolls on Etsy -- Sweet, funny, and cute!  She makes her dolls without the use of a pattern, so that each one is unique and made with love!  Nice selection of rag dolls and bears -- pick one to be your cuddly, wuddly, snuggly buddy!

Free Shipping -- Elements by Lia Eastman!

Yep, FREE shipping on any of the items in my shop -- Now through September 15th!  Come on in and take a look around -- think Christmas, birthdays, anniversaries, etc.....  Here is my featured item of the day:  Wine Dangle Earrings in Pinot Grigio.  I love to sit and relax with a glass of wine!  Silver plated pewter grapes, with cubic zirconia drops, and Swarovski crystals.

Pinot Grigio

Another of my shop mentions today is off my ordinary path.  FlamingMouth.com is a great site to find all those hot and spicy foods you've been craving!  If you are looking for an out-of-the-ordinary gift for someone who LOVES all things spicy, check out this site!  Note:  They sell their stuff through eBay, so you will have to click on the link to get to the products.  Great selection, and find some unusual items too!

Autumn Bliss

Autumn Bliss

I LOVE fall colors.....can't you tell?  Czech glass beads in fall colors, accented with Swarovski crystals, autumn jasper, freshwater pearls, and colorful seed beads -- all strung using copper wire and chain.  Wear a piece of Autumn all year round!   

Autumn on its Way!

Autumn Splendor

Since the hint, thought of Autumn is in the air, I thought that I would show one of my favorite necklaces!  This necklace was created with an actual maple leaf - colored and epoxied, it is a vibrant statement of fall!  The seed beads are a beautiful cascade of moss, to bronze, to gold colors.   The leaf pendant may be removed so that the necklace can be worn alone.  If you love Autumn - you can wear a piece of it all year round!

Welcome to the Twilight Zone!

Spiral Necklace

This spiral pendant necklace reminds me of the into to the old Twilight Zone shows!  The spiral pendant is made from lead-free pewter, and is strung on brown waxed cotton cord.  The necklace can be shortened by sliding the knots along the cord -- you can wear it longer or shorter like a choker!  the combination of brown cord, copper, antiqued copper, and dark topaz seed beads, give the necklace a warm and rustic look.  Simple and casual! 

Piggy Kisses!

Just got back from the Dakota County Fair -- what a gorgeous day!  I actually overheard people saying that they should have worn jeans.  For real?!?  We're Minnesotans.  Grow a pair of potatoes!  It drops back below tropical temperatures, and they're chilly......  oy vey!  Get out and enjoy the day (or the evening)!

Love Everlasting....

The style of this necklace is: country, craftsy, primitive.  The copper heart is just beautiful!  I added copper plated charms to accent the blue magnesite, pink cherry quartz, shell, glass, and copper beads.  For more information, check out my Etsy shop!

Love Everlasting

Seaside Necklace

Seaside

Here is another of my ocean inspried necklaces!  I love the copper starfish focal combined with the sea-green amazonite chips.  This necklace is also accented with Swarovski pearls and two copper plated shell beads.  It is finished with a copper toggle clasp, and a 'water drop' dangle!  All of my jewelry items are created with QUALITY materials, and EXCELLENT craftmanship!

Summer Bouquet

Another beautiful floral inspired bracelet! I love the mixture of green, lime, pink and peach in this creation. Hope you enjoy it too! Stay cool...it's a hot one today!

Pink....Yes, Pink!!

So, after staring into my neighbor's backyard for a time, I realized that I had not experimented with bright, vibrant colors in my jewelry. Not that I don't like bright colors -- I just had not designed anything with them in mind. Here is a bracelet that I have just finished.... PINKTASTIC!!

Surf and Sand

Here is my latest necklace! I love this one....it is 4 necklaces in one! Each strand has lobster clasps on each end, and each clasp hooks onto a magnetic slide clasp. How neat is that? Wear them together for a more formal look, or wear them individually for casual style! For more pictures and price, visit my shop at Etsy!

Ocean on the Brain.....

I am working on another ocean inspired necklace -- it must be these dog days of summer here in Minnesota! I hope to have it done soon, so that I can get to work on a few bracelet ideas that I have. I posted another corded necklace to my Etsy shop today. A whimsy "Tribal Man" dancing up a storm! Enjoy!