Life Updates

Well things have been rough lately. My grandmother passed away last week and although my family isn't very close, it was still pretty hard to deal with. I do have fond memories though and am focusing on those. I am discovering that I remember odd things like the scent of her jewellery box. Good memories though, and they make the situation easier.
Work has been insanely busy. I really am looking forward to the end of this current fundraising campaign we are doing. I am exhausted!
At least I am ready for Christmas though. Presents bought and wrapped. It is a real relief to be done with that early!
This past weekend I finally got down to some jewellery making which is an area I have been neglecting for weeks. It was fun and felt awesome to do! I am going to spend the day in my studio on the 27th

Absolutely Fab Shop!

If you are a fan of handmade (which I hope you are!) then I hope you will check out this shop. It contains some of the loveliest accesories I have ever seen. This is a lot coming from an accessory-holic and designer like me!
I just ordered some pretty things for my hair (a gift to myself) and the seller, Kate, was great in communicating and shipped quickly. It was such a nice treat to come home today from a not-so great day at work to a lovely package. The items themselves were gorgeous (and reasonably priced) and even the presentation was beautiful. Such a nice treat!
So, if you are looking for a nice little gift for someone or for yourself check out Katescottage2 on Etsy. You won't be disappointed!

Vintage Baby!

So, my little creative brain has been cooking up ideas to incorporate vintage buttons into my jewellery designs. I have recently realized my love of vintage buttons and think they are so pretty that they should be worn. Here is a picture of my first ever piece that has some of my gorgeous buttons in it:


It is made with micro-faceted black onyx and two fabulous buttons. The focal one is metal and has a little degree of twinkle! The button at the clasp is vintage black plastic and rhinestone. I just love it!

Just In Time For Christmas

This Saturday I will be doing the Just In Time For Christmas Craft Show in Brampton with my sister. I did this show once before and it wasn't crazy busy but it was fun. Right now I could use some fun! It runs from 10 to 4 and they supply the chairs and table which is nice.
I did also manage to score a great deal on what they call a "hand truck" which will allow me to bring all of my equipment in on this rolling cart all in one trip! Better still, it was $50 off. A great deal.
I am a little sad today. It is the funeral day for a friend's dad. I really liked this guy and am sad that he is gone so soon.
I am also a bit emotional about everything else for no apparant reason. I think I need to find a way to make peace in my life about things that are up in the air but just when I think I am ready something will take place that knocks me back on my butt. I guess that is just life!
I am having some awesome jewellery ideas though and will find some time maybe tonight to make something new.
I am having vivid ideas for colour combinations and styling that is new for me. I also got some new supplies in that I am dying to use!