In case you haven't noticed, I've been taking a hiatus.  Expenses had spiraled out of control and I just really needed get a handle on things.  Plus, I just wanted to take some time to recharge and continue to hone my skills.  Recently, I started listing/relisting items on etsy.  Be sure to check it out.  You'll probably also notice that Erin Lilies is down as well.  I'm restructuring it and rethinking the layout.  Feel free to sign up and I'll send you an email when the site is back up and running.

Labels: erin lilies, etsy, fashion, indie, jewelry, website

I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday! I know I sure did. I got to work on jewelry and it was heaven! I created this awesome pendant that I'll be posting about in the next couple of days. I absolutely love it and I think you will too.

I also wanted to let you know that I've started selling on another venue, Smashing Darling. You may see some of the same items on my site as there, but I just wanted to branch out and really get Erin Lilies out there.

Labels: fashion, indie, jewelry, pendant, thanksgiving

I was finally, finally able to upload this gorgeous necklace to Erin Lilies. The chain is made up of 18 ga copper in a shaggy loops weave. It's approximately 16 inches in length, which provides just enough length to properly show off the 28mm green and brown agate focal. You really have to check out all the pictures of it. Just click this link to see all the pictures for this lovely necklace.

Labels: agate, copper, fashion, jewelry, necklace

I finaly took the plunge and signed for a metalsmithing class. And it starts on Monday!! Woohoo! I'm really excited about it. So far, I've been basically self-taught. I've followed the occasional tutorial here and there, but I really love figuring things out for myself. But I think this class will absolutely perfect for me though. I get find out all the things I've been doing wrong and what I've actually been doing right! The class will run from Sept 17th through Nov 12th and it's 3 hours long! It's going to be a long day for me and I won't get to see my little girl in the evening. That'll be really tough. But it'll still be good! I'll let you know how it goes!

Labels: class, jewelry, metalsmithing

This isn't the easiest thing to do - take good pictures of jewelry. It takes a lot, and I do mean A LOT, of patience, practice and patience. I got my new equipment (a new tripod and acrylic risers) and I have been taking some new pictures. They are mostly turning out better, but it's still not easy. Each time is better than the time before. Improvement is good. Some of my bracelets are still not turning out quite as well as I would like. Guess I'll just try, try again. The picture here is of my Glass Teardrop Earrings that I just listed tonight in my etsy shop. This picture turned out great. Better than previous pictures I have done. But it's a never ending process!

Labels: earrings, etsy, jewelry, photography, pictures

And the girl in the corner said
Boy, I wanna warn ya, it'll turn into a ballroom blitz. Especially if I can't have this bracelet! This is one of my recent designs that hasn't quite made it to the site yet. This is your exclusive sneak peek!! How cool is that?!? I used the byzantine weave for this sterling silver beauty. The stone is a harmony jasper. The bracelet itself can be worn with either jeans or a dress, but it is just so shiny and elegant, it reminded me of a ballroom. Yeah, it's a ballroom blitz.

Labels: ballroom blitz, bracelet, jewelry

Etsy Buy Handmade ErinLilies

I wanted to showcase some of my favorite items that friends of mine have made. I really love these pieces and I think you will too. Definitely check them out.

The first one is Water Lily by Silver Mist Studios. This is such a gorgeous pendant. I love the how the blue and green melt into the pink base. Second is Copper Hammered Dome Earrings by Stunning Details. I love copper jewelry. It's so natural and pretty with the hammered texture. Third is Amethyst and Sterling by lavalleygirly. This piece really speaks for itself. It's so yummy.

Number four in the second row is Copper vintage and new charm necklace by bebdesigns. This really falls in line with my love of copper. And the vintage style, very delicious. Fifth up is Relic- Agate Cabachon Sterling Silver Links by MarieCristine. This is one of the coolest necklaces. It's one of a kind and once you see it, you'll just fall in love with it. Last, but not least is Sagebrush Lampwork and Chain Maille Necklace by JenniferCasady. She is simply incredible with chainmail and this necklace is no exception. It's a must see.

Labels: etsy, jewelry