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Susan Chin Jewelry

We've long admired jewelry created by Susan Chin.
Her trademark work revolves around the use of
ebony and bone, and her signature forms are
sprinkled with silver or gold dots set against each
other in symmetrical yet seemingly
random arrangements.
But this artist works with other materials as well.

We gravitate towards her pieces
featuring freshwater pearls dotted with
those symmetrical mixed with random
accents of metal.
We enjoy following the sequences and repetition
of these elements which evoke a sense of
something ancient and tribal.

Whether densely packed together or set with ample
breathing space between them, we appreciate
how each metallic accent carries its weight
and brings delightful texture to the jewelry.

Together they become a synergistic creation -
the whole effect becoming so much greater
than the sum of its parts.
Let's take a look at some of our
favorite pieces of her work.


This is her “Forged Links” bracelet
featuring sterling silver, freshwater pearls
and18K gold.





We adore her Kelp Necklace
also featuring sterling silver, freshwater pearls
and18K gold.


 



These amusing "Pearl with Curl" earrings are
made with freshwater pearls and 18k gold.



 

These earrings are from her
one of a kind collection
and feature ebony, 18k and 22k gold,
and Australian boulder opals.




This piece features ebony, 18k and 22k gold,
and sterling silver.
It evokes a furry impression
that we find lighthearted and amusing.


It's fascinating to feel rough
texture created by the combination of several
types of smooth elements.

It's also fascinating to see
seldom used materials like ebony and bone
take center stage in an artist's work.

It would be most fascinating of all
 to wear works of art
such as these and to feel the spirit
of the artist in each piece.

We'd own her entire collection
if we could.

Enjoy!
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Giveaway: Kristen's Custom Creations Hand Stamped Jewelry

Are you ready for Valentine's Day? I love Valentine's Day maybe it is all the hearts, and everything pink and red! Would you like to win one of my pieces from my shop? One lucky winner will win one of the below items, that are just perfect for Valentine's Day!



To Enter: Tell me which hand stamped necklace below is your favorite and if you are the lucky winner that is the piece you will receive! See below for bonus entries!!!!!





The i love you more necklace is a new item that joins our many other i love you more pieces. A customer favorite, why not show that special someone that you actually love them more. You can view the entire i love you more collection HERE.



Why not create a conversation with the NEW Conversation Heart necklace, have it stamped as shown or pick a special name or word. To view other items all about love please click HERE.





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Special offer for blog friends: Please enjoy 14% off you entire order by enter
ing code HEART14 at check out, offer valid until 2/14/11. Happy Shopping!

La Dolce Vita

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From scratch or a box?


When you bake do you do it from scratch or from a box?

I am about 50/50 when I make brownies or chocolate chip cookies I always use the Ghirardelli mixes but when I bake other things I do it from scratch. If you haven't tried the Ghirardelli mixes they are irresistible.
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You Capture: Happy


This Amaretto Bundt Cake made our entire family so H-A-P-P-Y!!! My sister-in-law made it a few weeks ago and so kindly shared the recipe. What really makes it is the Amaretto glaze.

Amaretto Bundt Cake

Cake batter:
1 package (18.25 ounce) yellow cake mix {I used one from Trader Joe's}
4 large eggs
1 (6 serving) package vanilla instant pudding
6 teaspoons amaretto
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon almond extract

Frosting:
1/2 cup amaretto
2 cups powdered sugar

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
2. Combine cake mix, eggs, pudding, water, oil, almond extract and 6 teaspoons amaretto;blend together well. Pour batter into prepared pan.
3. Bake for 40-50 min.

4, While cake is cooking prepare the Amaretto icing: Sift powdered sugar and remaining 1/2 cup Amaretto and blend until smooth with a hand mixer.

5. Remove cake and leave it in the pan, while it is still hot poke holes in the bottom and pour the amaretto icing over the bottom of cake. {I used a straw and put several holes around the cake and it soaked in perfectly.} Let cool for at least two hours before removing from pan.

Enjoy!

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Tidy Mom I'm Lovin It Fridays
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Fun with shaving cream and it is wicked cheap fun!

A can of cheap shaving cream and the fun begins.......


First squirt a bit out....

then a bit more.....

see how it feels in your hands....

and then go crazy!!

Playing with Shaving Cream is a fun sensory activity I think most kids will really enjoy. It is so cheap, this can was $1.42 and believe it or not we still have more left. I gave Will a large pan and the can of shaving cream and told him to squirt away! Will had so much fun squishing it between his fingers and making the biggest mountain he could make. Such a fun activity, I warn you it is a bit messy, but so worth the mess it is easy to clean up.
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New in the shop just in time for Valentine's Day

The Hugs and Kisses necklace, simple and petite.

The conversation heart loved necklace, have it stamped as shown or have it customized! I love the simplicity of this piece.

A new version of the i love you more, a customer favorite.

You can find all items in my shop or by clicking on the images it will take you directly to the item.


La Dolce Vita
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My new favorite dry skin busters...


I am a self proclaimed product junkie and like to try new things. I have used Dove products before but didn't enjoy them as much as I enjoy these new finds. I think I may be in love with the Dove Cream Oil shower wash and body lotion. The body lotion has shea butter and both the shower wash and lotions smell so yummy! They certainly soothe my dry skin.

Do you have a dry skin buster that you can't live without?
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Riveting Heart


Just in time for valentines day! Copper, Sterling and Brass - stamped and riveted pendant!
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You Capture: Circles



We have had this You Are Special Red Plate for many years hanging out in our china cabinet and I am not sure what we are saving it for. I pulled it out and explained to Will that it is to be used by a special guest or to celebrate a special occasion and Will declared that it is to be used every day by him. {At least the kid has confidence.} And this chocolate cupcake was so good it doesn't even need frosting, the entire batch is long gone!

One thing I know for sure is that we should be using this plate more often!


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Heart Garland....



Valentine's Day is one of my favorite holidays because it is all about the pink and red. I created this heart garland with some card stock and scrap pink fabric it was so simple a kid could make it. I think the simplicity is what I love about it. All you need to do is cut out some hearts and string them together it is that simple!

Do you decorate for Valentine's Day?
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Someone likes Star Wars just a little bit....




Will happens to like Star Wars just a little bit....


and kitty likes it when the Star Wars bin is empty!

I wonder how long the Star Wars obsession will last?


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Earrings or Dainty Pendant



Lovely little set of blossoms... one patina'ed in blue the other fire stained. They can be worn as a set of earrings [when the finish is matched] or as a pendant.
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Marnie
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Lisa D'Agostino Jewelry

There are times when we feel like wearing
 lacy, light, ethereal types of jewelry. 
There are other times when we don't.
That's when we seek an adornment
that evokes a bolder, edgier statement.

A lovely example of a metalsmith
who creates jewelry with this type of
edgy, contemporary
presence is Lisa D'Agostino.
Her signature handcrafted pieces
are created by using
multiple techniques to achieve
multiple effects.
This artist incorporates many techniques into each
piece using a variety of metalsmithing tools.
Shapes are fabricated with sterling silver or18k gold
and manipulated in various ways.
Some parts might be distorted through the
rolling mill achieving interesting effects.
Some surfaces are textured with the use of tools, 
or fused with silver dust or 18K yellow gold.
And she explores various combinations of matte
and polished surface areas to give us
an end result that is bold
 and imaginative.

Here are a few examples of our favorites.

We love these deceptively simple earrings.



And this bangle simply exudes strength and determination.





 

We are inspired by the many aspects
present in this pendant.




 

This bracelet is a veritable
smorgasbord of variety.
It showcases her
range of techniques
exquisitely.






 
This artist's work satisfies that need
for variety and detail.

Each detail adds something magical to the
edginess of the designs.

Each design is bold and imaginative.

Enjoy!
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