Pink....And PMC!!

I love getting roses...doesn`t every woman? These are some dried roses from years ago and then from last month. Some are "I`m sorry" roses, "happy birthday" roses, and my favorite, "just because" roses. I always hate to dry them, but the years of enjoying them is so worth it.


I`ve been taking several classes using PMC (precious metal clay). I am now certified (level one). I`ll be taking Level two in October! These are just a few projects I finished to qualify. I`m going to try to use other colors in my work...but I love PINK!!
This is a fold over bail, setting a stone and CZ, adding a sash. I`m still working on a chain...


You can`t really tell this flower pendant has tiny PINK CZ`S in the center of each flower. I did this at home using a torch. The second pendant was another project from Level Two. This is a split bail. You really can`t tell the pendant is also called a lentil bead. Each side is domed. I love this technique....



I am linking to Beverly`s PINK Saturday.... So many lovely ideas especially if you enjoy using PINK in your creative work.

Flea Market Finds.....

I can never pass up a vintage hat with tiny velvet flowers! I love the neutrals because you can create so much more. It was a steal for nine dollars!


Oh my goodness... When I saw this sweet "dance" purse I knew I had to have it! They are always so pricey. This one was no exception but the owner worked with me so I felt like I got a fair price... The enameling is in beautiful condition and to think some young lady actually took this to a dance to check her makeup and add a little rouge! Will it transform into a necklace? I might have to admire it for a while....




I found some great deals Friday. I have a passion for little purses! These are some of the treasures I found. I`ll be saving them for a while until I`m inspired to make them into a creation of some kind. I love to go treasure hunting even though I`m not quite sure what I`ll do with it all! I love the thrill of the hunt....

Bella Rustica....An Amazing Event!!

What a whirlwind of a weekend! We had so many people come to the rolling hills of Franklin, Tenn. for Bella Rustica! The vendors were amazing along with the displays, items for sale, and the food! Since I didn`t have time to take alot of photos, (and oh yeah, my battery died), Linda and Nancy allowed me to borrow some they took....






Linda and Al made all this happen! They did an incredible amount of work and it showed! What a blessing they were....


A few shots of working in my booth and some displays....A wild and busy two days...




Some great furniture displays and vignettes....







I met my new friend, Nancy, aka Sassy Trash. She is an incredible artist. I loved her metal flowers....





My friends Stacy and Debbie from Three French Hens and the Roost....



We are all ready for next year! If you want a weekend filled with great antiques, jewelry, food, and fun.... come to Bella Rustica! You sure won`t go home empty handed!