From the workshop

Origami Om Necklace

this necklace has a soldered glass pendant with the symbol for "om" on one side and the word "bliss" on the other. both images are on delicate origami paper. om is the universal sound of all creation.

the images are secured between two hand-cut pieces of glass that are then soldered together with lead free silver solder. the pendant dangles on an adjustable silver ball chain with lobster clasp closure.

http://www.moondogtreasures.etsy.com/

From the workshop...

My latest addition to the shop:  bracelets made with sari ribbon.

introducing my new *shakti* line of bracelets, accented with remnants from actual saris. shakti is the concept, or personification, of divine feminine creative power. a sari is a dress worn primarily by hindu women; consisting of several yards of light silk material that is draped around the body.

these chunky agate stones show off beautiful shades of pink, orange and brown. these large beads are strung on clear strong elastic cord which is double-knotted at the end.  for more spiritually-inspired jewelry designs, see http://www.etsy.com/shop/moondogtreasures

Etsy Artist of the Week

This week's featured artist comes to us from coastal Maine, Sojourn Curiosities.  Here's a little bit about her: "I specialize in wire & mixed media jewelry. My pieces are built around historic hardware, vintage buttons, sea glass, and found natural materials, such as shells and stones. Each piece has a story to tell. "

Someone wants my photo advice!!

He he! I've been interviewed for someone's blog! Check out http://glorioushats.blogspot.com/ for her compilation of tips from Etsy artists on how to photograph jewelry. Here is the photo from moondog treasures that she likes.

Moondog Treasures is featured...

Items from my jewelry collection have been purchased to sell in this wonderful artist's shop!!

It's called Mecca on Main and it's in Aubrey, Texas! Click on the pic for a link to their blog. The owner Lisa Reed (a yoga enthusiast herself) defines her shop as "a place where artists and students gather to create art. We have studio space, gallery, gifts,art classes and special event space." I'm very excited, and honored, to be among such talented people!!

My Latest Creation

This one is great for the holidays. It's going in the craft fair I'm participating in this weekend. Get it before it's gone!!

Royal Hope Beaded Cross:

spread a little bit of hope in the world with this sparkling inspirational piece! this shimmering wire-wrapped beaded cross necklace features shades of royal purple, deep ocean blue, and brilliant silver.

miniature glass and silver beads are wire-wrapped around a medium-sized silver cross charm. the word HOPE graces the center of the cross. the pendant dangles on a silver ball link chain with adjustable lobster clasp closure.

CROSS CHARM: 1 1/2 inches long by 1 inch wideCORD LENGTH: 15-18 inches, adjustable

Etsy Artist of the Week

This week's artist is exceptional!! KatherineCooper defines what an etsy artist should be. Her store is professional and her jewelry is simply beautiful. I met Kat on etsy chat and she is one of the most polite and genuine people on etsy. Click on the pic to see more.

A message from the artist:

‘Apple Blossom’ reminiscent of a more gentle age by Katherine Cooper of The Vanilla Room Design Studios, London. Beautifully light weight for day or evening wear, a single strand of apple blossom in soft apple greens and deep emerald greens, accented with opal whites and crystal, designed on a vintage gold plated chain with a large fancy gold plated lobster clasp...

My Latest Creation

Here's the latest from my etsy shop, moondog treasures. It's called Dark Night at Sea.

More info:

beautiful wire-wrapped beaded cross perfect for the holiday season.this dazzling necklace features a large cross surrounded by swarovski crystals and glass beads in the elegance of black and silver.

in the midst of all the beads is the focal point: a silver-toned charm with the word "Believe" inscribed in the center. the cross dangles on a silver ball link chain with adjustable lobster clasp closure.

CROSS CHARM: 2 inches long and 1 1/2 inch wide

CORD LENGTH: 15-18 inches adjustable

Hope you like it!!

World-Wide Global Mala Event

For the month of September, i'd like to donate 50% of all sales of mala bracelets from my "like, wow, yoga jewelry" section to the charities of the Global Mala, an incredible yoga event that will be going on across the world on World Peace Day, Sept. 20th. See their web-site http://www.globalmala.org/index.php for more information. Click on the picture below to see more jewelry from my store or to purchase a mala bracelet.

On September 21-23, the Global Mala Project, whose purpose is to unite the global yoga community, will implement events throughout the world in honor of the United Nations International Day of Peace. Forming a “mala around the earth” through collective practices based upon the sacred cycle of 108, the mission of the Global Mala Project is to raise both funds and consciousness for some of the most pressing issues facing the world today.

I studied yoga with Shiva Rea, the coordinator of this event, in the summer of 2007 (photos at very bottom of this page). I'll continue my studies with her this October. This event is very close to my heart.

Etsy Artist of the Week

This week I'm featuring BirdWatching. My grandmother and my mom always loved living around birds. Now I'm the same! So, this was a natural choice for me. Such a cute store with very unique items. Click on the pic below to visit her etsy store.

A message from the artist:

Hi! My name is Sarah and I am the owner and designer of BirdWatching.etsy.com. I started BirdWatching in March of 2008 with a desire to create beautiful and functional nature-inspired items.I LOVE creating and designing. Etsy is my "real" job even if it doesn't make much money (YET!). I LOVE my customers and couldn't ask for a better experience so far on etsy.

Etsy Artist of the Week

Sojourn Curiosities. I can't believe after almost a year on etsy.com that I have not featured this wonderful seller. I talk w/ her all the time on etsy chat and she always has such great advice. Look at this beautiful pendant she has created. Truly talented person!! (click on the pic to visit her store)

From the artist:

There have been two main intrigues in my life, for as long as I can remember: the myriad journeys of existence- of the mind, body and spirit- and using words to describe them. I convey these musings in beautiful beads, ribbons, wire and found objects.

My pieces are accompanied by a name, a story, a snippet of what inspired me to create the piece, or what the piece inspires within me. This is my journey, with many a sojourn. Thanks for coming along.

Etsy Artist of the Week

Meet CourtneyWatson. Her etsy store is recycling with a purpose! She makes jewelry out of 100% telephone wire. What a creative mind! Click on the photo below to see her store:

From the Crafting Table

Cancun Waters Bracelet

So many years ago I went to Cancun with a college buddy. Way back when before all the high-rise hotels were built along the white sand shores. The color of these beads remind me of the color of the ocean there.

medium-sized turquoise rectangle beads surround a large silver-toned oval bead. interspersed are smaller turquoise beads and silver findings. piece is closed off with a toggle clasp and dangling heart charm.

SQUARE BEADS: 3/4 inch x 1/2 inch

OVAL BEAD: 1 inch x 1/2 inch

BRACELET LENGTH: 8 inches

My Latest Creation

Here is a new one called "the deepest ocean".

tiny seed beeds of the deepest green are attached to a silver cross which hangs from a dark brown leather cord. necklace closes with a silver lobster clasp.

CROSS CHARM: 1 1/4 inches by 1 inch

CORD LENGTH: 18 inches

Little Shop of Baubles

Check out this new store on Etsy.com. Lots of fun beaded jewelry. And she does custom work too!

http://www.littleshopofbaubles.etsy.com/