Travels « MyMothersPearls

When the going gets tough, the tough make jewelry!

This piece incorporates an antique portrait tin type, framed by a lovely Victorian pin. The grape motif on the pin works perfectly with the grape leaf metal finding that I used as a base.

It’s been a stressful couple of weeks at work. Luckily I am blessed to have wonderful family, as [...]

Casting a Magical Spell at Spellbound

Just back from the most wonderful and inspiring event in California – Spellbound-with the ever elegant mother and daughter team of Debbie Murray and Shea Fragoso of A Gilded Life. This is the first event of theirs I have ever attended, however it most certainly will not be the last! From the Welcome [...]

Feeling Spellbound

So excited to be heading to California soon for the Spellbound art event put on by the ever elegant and inspiring Debbie Murray and Shea Fragoso of A Gilded Life. I am busy putting together my totes for the vintage trim swap, and have so enjoyed rediscovering hidden treasures in my stash – looking [...]

Reflecting and Recap of 2011

Bee Warm!

It’s hard to believe that 2011 is officially old news – I guess it’s time to look back, take stock and reflect on the past year.

I started off the year with a commitment to become more healthy, and thanks to dear friend Robin R.who provided constant encouragement, and the support and [...]

California Dreamin’ Part 3 – The Rejuvinated Jewels Workshop

photograph by Jenny Doh

The purpose behind this wonderful West Coast adventure was to attend a jewelry workshop by my hero, Amy Hanna, hostessed at the amazing home of the incredibly talented Jenny Doh. I was too involved in the fun to take many photos, but here are a few.

California Dreamin’ Part 2 – Urban Barn

While in CA I was lucky enough to meet up with my Silver Bella pal, Robin for a day of treasure hunting. We met up at the Urban Barn for their monthly street faire, which conveniently fell on the weekend I was in CA! Here’s just a bit of eye candy from that [...]

California Dreamin’ Part 1 – Laguna Beach

In mid August I was lucky enough to squeeze in a quick trip to California to take a class taught by the amazing Amy Hanna. I also planned in a couple of days of sight seeing, since it’s been ages since I have been out west. First stop – Laguna Beach! Lovely to [...]

A Winter Story

I’m totally a “green” slope skier (think major beginner, even after several years). I am very happy and content on the easy slopes and feel absolutely no need to extend myself beyond my comfort level. I may ski one or two times a winter locally, with the possible addition to a trip up to Smuggler’s [...]

Just a Little Sew and Sew

After a bit of a break, I am happy to be sewing again. I embroidered a few motifs during my trip to use in an upcoming project,

have been doing a bit of hand sewing to create items for an upcoming Silver Bella swap,

and have been totally inspired by this new [...]

Germany Trinkets and Treasures

Shops in many Bavarian towns close at noon on Saturday and are closed all day Sundays. However, not to fret, as Sundays are Flea Market days in Germany! We found a small one nearby and had fun exploring the treasure. Some of the loveliness I brought home included an amazing old lace collar, jewelry bits, [...]

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