Jury Photos then and Now

PINK! That is all I could think of when I took a look back at my old jury photos yesterday. You know at the time some decisions just seem so right to you? But in reality they really aren't? haha. I just remember thinking at that time, "wow! This pink background is like, so perfect!" Now I look at it and I sort of cringe. Live and learn! This years jury photos I took were much better I thought. But maybe next year I will cringe... haha!

These layered earrings where super time consuming. They look large here but in reality they are pretty tiny. I think people don't realize that smaller pieces usually require more time and work than larger.

This is a slight variation on the opera links necklace.

Wow, so I completely love this brooch. I adore combining Japanese indigo with the bamboo wood look.

These stacking bangles are so fun! Hopefully I will list them in the shops soon.

PINK!!!

Compared to the pink, I like this background much better. For now.

xoxoxox -Amy

Etsy Shop Re Opened!

So I decided to get back on the wagon and reopen my Etsy Shop! You can visit it here .  My work will still be available on my original website for those of you who don't want to use Etsy. I will be listing more items in the near future!


xoxoxox -Amy

Packaging: from drab to fab

Spent a little time this morning playing around with my oh-so-boring but-oh-so Eco friendly recycled brown paper bags. I really try hard not to kill the environment where I can, but sometimes going green can be so, plain? So here are my prettied up shopping bags and maybe I'll include them in my upcoming shows :) oh and it's really easy, I just used some non toxic water color paints!

Xoxoxo - Amy

You've become so much more...

Out of my whole body of jewelry work, my heart strings are always pulled towards the Sweet Wood collection. The simplicity of the contrasting wood and pure white are just calming to me. So I've decided to start expanding this collection into something more substantial.

When I originally created the wood pieces, I intended them to be accents to my fabric pieces, after thoughts really. However, I feel like they have now become a design by themselves.

Also, I've been preoccupied by this one thought today: layering.

Xoxoxoxo - Amy

Random Feature :)

 

I was browsing my website providers section of templates and what did I find? My own website being featured as a good example of how the templates are used! Woo hoo! super random but appreciated! Thanks Jimdo :) I love using their website builder for any of you looking to build your own domain.  It's so simple and easy and is perfect for artists looking to showcase their work. Ok I'm done plugging, oh also it's super affordable! 

xoxoxo -Amy

Power on!

After 7 days without power I'm so relived to be working again! It came on just in time because I got notified that the Strohl Gallery Store wants another shipment! So if your in NY you can check out some of my newest pieces that are up for purchase there. I hope you all are staying cool in this 100 degree heat!

Xoxoxo - Amy

Finished!

Just wanted to share the finished products from yesterday's pieces! I think they came out beautifully. I especially love the set crystals in the earrings, that was a last minute design choice that I'm happy I went with!


Xoxoxo - Amy

Branching out

Playing around with some new ideas today. I've been branching out a bit and going beyond using all fabric patterns. I think it's good to work outside of your normal materials sometimes. I feel like it can open new pathways one didn't originally see and enables you to go further when you return to your work. Or something like that :) anyway, here are some photos of what I worked on!

Xoxoxo - Amy

Art in the park

Despite the thunderous weather yesterday, today is looking fairly bright! See you all at Art in the Park today!


Xoxoxo- Amy

Show Preview

Oh la la! Pretty new packaging and some pretty, well just plain pretty, new designs! Im just about set for this weekends show. These and more will be looking to find a new home. Also there is going to be a giveaway this weekend... So be sure to check back later for details! hint: like us on Facebook if you haven't already :)

Pretty little things

Sharing a new bracelet design! Its dainty and adorable and has just the right amount of little leaves. I feel like these will make great stacking bracelets as well!

Xoxoxo - Amy

Jewelry styling

For today I'm wearing a piece that I made a little bit ago, its another triangle themed necklace ( continuing my obsession) I'm pairing it with a very relaxed outfit and it's just enough to add a little pop to my laid back look! Happy Saturday!

Xoxoxox- Amy

Anniversary!

Today marks 11 happy, crazy, adventurous and most of all loving years with my now husband Kirk! We started dating when I was just a tiny youngin' of 13 :) and we've been laughing ever since!

To mark this joyous occasion, I made myself a pair of earrings :) of course!

Xoxoxo - Amy

After the rain

It's a cleaning day today! I guess you could call it an airing out day as well, the rain brought a nice clear breeze this morning so I'm letting it cleanse the indoor air. The rain also brought new growth to my little cucumber and bean plants!

I was up really late last night so I'm trying to cleanse my mind and body today as well: morning yoga and clean eating ending today with an early bedtime. Or so I hope :)

Xoxoxoxo - Amy

Divide and conquer

Today is a wonderfully rainy one! I love these kind of days because for some reason, I become super motivated. 2 cups of hazelnut coffee and a few hours have created a pile of jewelry. I'm currently creating some work to be shown in a New York gallery this summer. So it's been a, "one for this show, one for that" sort of day. I hope you all have been equally productive!

Xoxoxo- Amy

Super Hot

Today was super hot! Like ice coffee weather hot! So instead of working I took the day off to have fun with my friend Lis :) she introduced me to all this fun makeup at urban outfitters! Who knew they had such cute colors? I purchased this adorable set in a mix of neutrals and purples, so pretty! The best part of it all: only $5. !!! Right?! Geez must be the weather, because that's crazy.

Xoxoxoxo- Amy

New Items in Store

Happy Friday everyone! Popping by to share a photo of one of many new designs that are up for purchase in the Shop.  Remember that Small Business Saturday is just around the corner! Shop for gifts while knowing you are supporting local art. Click here to browse the new items.

MD Home and Garden Fall/ New Bracelets

Tomorrow is the MD Home and Garden Fall Show! I will not be in attendance Friday but my amazing Mother will be working the show that day in my absence! So stop by if you get the chance :)

I've also listed a few new bracelets in the shop today! The Pathways Moss Bracelet and the amazing Petal Drops Bracelet are both up and available to ship out, check them out HERE.

xoxox -Amy