tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6321340277247265822024-02-08T10:44:50.172-05:00Heart's Desire Beading CompanyThe life and art of a metalsmith!Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger224125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-632134027724726582.post-50982703942470969812010-12-03T09:32:00.003-05:002010-12-03T10:01:17.501-05:00<span style="font-size:180%;"><em><strong>Hallelujah Chorus! </strong></em></span><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><em><strong>Worshipping God can happen anywhere!<br /></strong></em><br /></span><object width="450" height="278"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/SXh7JR9oKVE?fs=1&hl=en_US"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/SXh7JR9oKVE?fs=1&hl=en_US" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="450" height="278"></embed></object><br /><br />Imagine the surprise of the unsuspecting people in this mall food court when they are serenaded by all these lovely voices joining together to sing the Hallelujah Chorus! How wonderful it must have been to be there in person, the acoustics had to be fantastic! Hearing this makes me want to stand up and join in the chorus! What an awesome blessing to have the freedom to worship God anywhere! Have blessed Christmas season!<br /><br />Blessings,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; BACKGROUND: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85762/heartsdesirebead/c40b06946a5065256c2dfa7fbc301dfb.png" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-632134027724726582.post-84895288885603071962010-11-30T01:18:00.005-05:002010-11-30T01:39:27.044-05:00<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TPSbFgDW_AI/AAAAAAAABWw/PAL92NEleHk/s1600/Hpim9880%2Bheartsdesirebead.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 258px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5545227560005598210" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TPSbFgDW_AI/AAAAAAAABWw/PAL92NEleHk/s320/Hpim9880%2Bheartsdesirebead.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div><span><em><strong><span style="font-size:180%;">Sleek, Shimmering, Style...<br /></span><span style="font-size:130%;">Glamorous Button Pearl Earrings<br /></span></strong></em></span><div><strong><em><span style="font-size:180%;"></span></em></strong></div><br /></div><div>Sleek, shimmering sterling silver <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/63287844/10-off-sale-shimmering-silver-stick">stick earrings </a>with creamy white button pearls. A wonderful gift for the bride to be, or anyone with a June birthday!<br /><br />Sterling silver bars were hand forged a texture hammer and anvil into these glistening sticks that reflect the light with your every move. A small post was soldered on and creamy white freshwater pearls were added. They move gracefully on handmade sterling silver <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">earwires</span> and measure 1-1/2 inches in length from the top of the <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">earwire</span> to bottom of the earring.<br /><br />When caring for your pearl jewelry, always remember this rule: Last on, first off! This will assure that the nacre will not be damaged by perfumes, make-up or hair spray.<br /><br />Thank you for looking!<br /><br />Blessings,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; BACKGROUND: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85762/heartsdesirebead/c40b06946a5065256c2dfa7fbc301dfb.png" /></a> </div><br /><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TPSbOAVc0GI/AAAAAAAABW4/aFPLd6vcVVc/s1600/Hpim9872%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 154px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5545227706110365794" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TPSbOAVc0GI/AAAAAAAABW4/aFPLd6vcVVc/s200/Hpim9872%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><br />Heart's Desire Beading Company 2010 © - All Rights ReservedUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-632134027724726582.post-30813297882443830132010-11-29T12:00:00.007-05:002010-11-29T12:18:46.211-05:00<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TPPdbdmFfqI/AAAAAAAABWo/Ve6HKOLLaf4/s1600/Hpim9926%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 340px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5545019030093790882" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TPPdbdmFfqI/AAAAAAAABWo/Ve6HKOLLaf4/s400/Hpim9926%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><br /><div><span style="font-size:180%;"><strong><em>Cyber Monday Sale!</em></strong> </span><span style="font-size:180%;"><br /></span><em><strong><span style="font-size:130%;">Through December 5th!</span></strong></em></div><br /><br /><div>Heart's Desire Beading Company Cyber Monday Sale now going on through December 5, 2010, everything is my <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/heartsdesirebeads"><span style="font-size:130%;">Etsy shop</span> </a>is already discounted 10%. In addition, you will receive <strong><em>Free Shipping</em></strong> for all orders sent within the USA! Gift wrapping also is available <strong><em>free</em></strong> of charge at your request!<br /><br />Happy shopping!<br /><br />Blessings,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; BACKGROUND: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85762/heartsdesirebead/c40b06946a5065256c2dfa7fbc301dfb.png" /></a> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-632134027724726582.post-49299651780040381042010-11-25T12:35:00.007-05:002010-11-28T13:06:26.942-05:00<strong><em><span style="font-size:180%;">From My Kitchen to Yours...</span></em></strong><br /><em><strong><span style="font-size:130%;">A Family Tradition<br />Pumpkin Pie with Cheesecake Bottom<br /><br /></span></strong></em>The other day I mentioned my Mom's signature dessert for the holidays, pumpkin pie with a cheesecake bottom and thought you might like to try this one yourself! I promise it is very easy to put together, especially if you use a <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">pre</span>-made pie crust, and quite delicious too!<br /><br />As we were making our Thanksgiving dinner today, I ask Mom how long ago she started making this yummy dessert and she could not remember. I do know that she found the recipe in a <a href="http://www.good-housekeeping-magazine.com/"><em>Good Housekeeping Magazine</em> </a>years ago and gave it a try, it has been a family tradition ever since!<br /><br /><em><strong><span style="font-size:130%;">Pumpkin Pie with Cheesecake Bottom</span></strong></em><br /><br />1-9 inch unbaked pie crust<br />1-8 oz. package of cream cheese, softened<br />3/4 c. plus 2 <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">Tbls</span>. sugar divided<br />1/2 t. vanilla<br />3 eggs<br />1-1/2 c. canned pumpkin<br />1 t. cinnamon<br />1/4 t. each ginger and nutmeg<br />dash of salt<br />1 c. evaporated milk<br /><br /><em><strong>Cheesecake Filling<br /><br /></strong></em>Combine softened cream cheese, 1/4 c. sugar, 1/2 t. vanilla and 1 egg. Mix well. Spread on the bottom of a unbaked 9 inch pie crust.<br /><br /><em><strong>Pumpkin Top<br /><br /></strong></em>Combine canned pumpkin, 1/2 c. plus 2 <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">Tbls</span>. sugar, spices (we add a little more than the recipe calls for), salt, mix well. Blend in 2 slightly beaten eggs and evaporated milk. Carefully pour over cheesecake mixture. Bake at 350 degrees F for 65 to 70 minutes or until center is slightly set. Cool. Refrigerate any leftovers!<br /><br />Have a <em><strong>Happy Thanksgiving</strong></em> and enjoy!<br /><br />Blessings,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; BACKGROUND: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85762/heartsdesirebead/c40b06946a5065256c2dfa7fbc301dfb.png" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-632134027724726582.post-43622079431345282462010-11-20T18:09:00.007-05:002010-11-20T18:46:04.101-05:00<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TOhWQgSpA5I/AAAAAAAABWI/fUnyeLkkkNY/s1600/Hpim8855%2Bheartsdesirebead.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 272px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5541774183025410962" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TOhWQgSpA5I/AAAAAAAABWI/fUnyeLkkkNY/s320/Hpim8855%2Bheartsdesirebead.jpg" /></a><br /><em><strong><span style="font-size:180%;">Marriage of Metal</span></strong></em> ...<br /><em><strong><span style="font-size:130%;">Classic Hoops with a Twist</span></strong></em><br /><br />Sterling silver hoop earrings with a twist of copper for accent, the perfect marriage of metal for everyday wear! Each of these hoop earrings starts with a sturdy base of sterling silver wire that is hammered for strength. Then a handmade wire wrapped copper bead is added for a wonderful focal point. Both hoops are then lovingly wrapped with very fine gauge sterling silver wire that gives them loads of added interest!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/56714135/earrings-hoops-with-a-twist-a-marriage"><em><strong>The Marriage of Metal</strong></em> </a>hoop earrings are 1-1/4 inches in length from the top of the earwire to the bottom of the copper bead, and they are 7/8 of an inch in width.<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TOhZQahgpwI/AAAAAAAABWY/byQHRmHZsTE/s1600/Hpim9801%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 311px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5541777480012048130" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TOhZQahgpwI/AAAAAAAABWY/byQHRmHZsTE/s320/Hpim9801%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><br /><br />For those who love the warmth of copper, I have created <em><strong><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/61020243/earrings-copper-hoops-with-a-twist">Copper Hoops with a Twist</a></strong></em>. Handcrafted with coils and twists of copper wire, they have a wonderful ethnic flair! The earwire is also made of copper wire, but if you prefer, a sterling silver earwire can replace it at no extra charge.<br /><br />Both of these handsome hoop earrings would be a excellent addition to your everyday jewelry wardrobe! <br /><br />Many thanks to Julie Sigmund of JewlieBeads for her wonderful tutorial! Thank you for looking!<br /><br />Blessings,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; BACKGROUND: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85762/heartsdesirebead/c40b06946a5065256c2dfa7fbc301dfb.png" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TOhWZPq4HDI/AAAAAAAABWQ/AkgtexflllM/s1600/Hpim8857%2Bheartsdesirebead.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 158px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5541774333182483506" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TOhWZPq4HDI/AAAAAAAABWQ/AkgtexflllM/s200/Hpim8857%2Bheartsdesirebead.jpg" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TOhZcnQtlDI/AAAAAAAABWg/bfGiWQK2O2k/s1600/Hpim9803%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 186px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5541777689589683250" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TOhZcnQtlDI/AAAAAAAABWg/bfGiWQK2O2k/s200/Hpim9803%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><br />Heart's Desire Beading Company 2010 © - All Rights ReservedUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-632134027724726582.post-11009447578033564052010-11-18T23:05:00.003-05:002010-11-18T23:55:32.991-05:00<em><strong><span style="font-size:180%;">From My Kitchen to Yours....<br /></span><span style="font-size:130%;">A Family Favorite, Death by Chocolate Cheesecake<br /><br /></span></strong></em>For as long as I can remember, my mom has made a delicious pumpkin pie with a cheesecake layer at the bottom. It is her signature dessert for the holidays, and it is wonderful! Well I, being a true chocoholic, like to throw a little chocolate into the mix of desserts, and you might say this is my signature dessert for all special occasions! This cheesecake has gone to more parties, family gathering and bake sales then there is time to mention and I am happy to share this decadent <em>Death by Chocolate Cheesecake</em> recipe with you for the upcoming holidays!<br /><br /><em><strong><span style="font-size:130%;">Death by Chocolate Cheesecake<br /><br /></span>Crust<br /></strong></em><br />1-1/2 c. chocolate graham crackers crushed into crumbs (one stack should do)<br />1/3 c. sugar<br />1/3 c. butter melted<br /><br />Put graham crackers into a 1 gallon Ziplock freezer bag and crush into fine crumbs with a rolling pin. Place crumbs into a mixing bowl and add sugar and melted butter and mix together. Press mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 10 inch springform pan.<br /><br /><em><strong>Cheesecake Filling<br /><br /></strong></em>2-8oz. packages of cream cheese softened<br />3/4 c. plus 2 Tbls. sugar, divided<br />1/2 c. cocoa powder<br />2 t. vanilla extract, divided<br />2 eggs<br />1 c. semi-sweet mini chocolate chips<br />1 8 oz. container of dairy sour cream<br /><br />Heat oven to 375 degrees F.<br />Beat softened cream cheese, 3/4 c. sugar, cocoa and 1 t. vanilla extract in a large mixing bowl on medium speed. Add eggs one at a time and beat until blended. Stir in by hand chocolate chips. Pour into prepared crust. Bake for 20 minutes. Remove from oven to wire rack; cool 15 minutes.<br /><br />Now, increase oven temperature to 425 degrees F.<br /><br />In a small bowl mix together sour cream, remaining 2 Tbls. of sugar, and 1 t. vanilla, stirring until smooth. Pour over baked cheesecake filling and spread smooth. Bake 10 minutes in a 425 degree F oven. Remove from oven to wire rack, and run a knife gently around the edge to loosen cake from the sides of the pan. Cool completely; remove springform side of the pan. Chill in refrigerator for several hours before serving. In the rare event that you have any leftovers, store them in the refrigerator.<br /><br />Enjoy!<br /><br />Blessings,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; BACKGROUND: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85762/heartsdesirebead/c40b06946a5065256c2dfa7fbc301dfb.png" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-632134027724726582.post-9701123032822604012010-11-16T11:41:00.005-05:002010-11-24T15:46:32.669-05:00<span style="font-size:180%;"><strong><em>Dad Life</em></strong> ....<br /></span><br />Our pastor is doing a series on <em><strong><a href="http://www.thegroveknoxville.org/sermons.asp">"What Makes a Man"</a></strong></em> and this YouTube video opened the sermon at church on Sunday. It is too funny and I just has to share it with you! Be prepared to see the essence of the man you love in it, and smile! Love you, Honey! Love you, Dad! Yo, these greens got nutin' on my man-scape....ROFL!<br /><br /><object width="560" height="340"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/fZa7hU6tP_s?fs=1&hl=en_US&rel=0"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/fZa7hU6tP_s?fs=1&hl=en_US&rel=0" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="560" height="340"></embed></object><br />Blessings,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; BACKGROUND: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85762/heartsdesirebead/c40b06946a5065256c2dfa7fbc301dfb.png" /></a><br /><br />P.S. The Grove posts sermons on the church's website each week. If you would like to listen to Scott's sermon, click on the "What Makes a Man" up above to take you to the page!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-632134027724726582.post-30807707216964083212010-11-13T11:25:00.009-05:002010-11-28T12:49:33.839-05:00<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TN7EHDX2DXI/AAAAAAAABVA/KOMApfndniw/s1600/Hpim9734%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 238px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5539080217155734898" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TN7EHDX2DXI/AAAAAAAABVA/KOMApfndniw/s320/Hpim9734%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a> <em><strong><span style="font-size:180%;">Christmas at Biltmore Estates</span></strong></em><br /><br />Over the years we have made numerous visits to <em><strong><a href="http://biltmore.com/">Biltmore Estates</a></strong></em>, the home of George and Edith Vanderbilt in Asheville, North Carolina, and we have learned lots fascinating tidbits about the Victorian era, and life on the property! Last week we made another excursion to Biltmore to see the setting up and decorating of the huge Christmas tree that graces the dining hall! It was our first time to witness this event!<br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TN7GkS6qmRI/AAAAAAAABVI/BxQrXlaNOdA/s1600/Hpim9694%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 149px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 200px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5539082918567778578" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TN7GkS6qmRI/AAAAAAAABVI/BxQrXlaNOdA/s200/Hpim9694%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><br /><div>The day started cold, dreary and lightly drizzling, perfect weather for warming your hands with hot wassail or hot cocoa as we stood waiting outside! In the portico to the right of the main entrance of the home, a group of carolers sang Christmas songs adding a festive touch to the day! About a half an hour before the tree arrived it stopped drizzling, what a blessings! Being cold and damp is not good for the spirit!<br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TN7JGkYxHtI/AAAAAAAABVQ/wzxIqqkbx9U/s1600/Hpim9707%2B%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg"></a><br />After wandering about in the crowd in front of the mansion, looking for a good place to take pictures of the procession, I chose a place to stand on the steps up above all the people. Unfortunately I was on opposite side of the house from the wagon and tree coming toward me. I did move down on the driveway, but there were too many people on the sides to get a good shot. Oh well, maybe another time! </div><br /><br /><div><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TN7Jq3mBu7I/AAAAAAAABVY/5NS39vOx6iU/s1600/Hpim9709%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 238px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5539086330027424690" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TN7Jq3mBu7I/AAAAAAAABVY/5NS39vOx6iU/s320/Hpim9709%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><br /><br /></div><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TN7J7htk3VI/AAAAAAAABVg/vauIbaK-Z90/s1600/HPIM9711.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 238px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5539086616211283282" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TN7J7htk3VI/AAAAAAAABVg/vauIbaK-Z90/s320/HPIM9711.JPG" /></a><br /><br />The very tall Christmas tree was carried down the drive and up to the front door of the mansion on a long wagon that was pulled by two beautiful Belgium draft horses! Santa was waving to the crowd of guests from the front of the wagon and the driver was standing by his side. As I watched this grand procession, and I could not help but think what it must have been like the first time they brought the Christmas tree to the house!<br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TN8_H6gkEXI/AAAAAAAABVo/TYnGD2GkFgA/s1600/Hpim9714%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 149px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 200px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5539215471886471538" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TN8_H6gkEXI/AAAAAAAABVo/TYnGD2GkFgA/s200/Hpim9714%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><br /><br />A large group of staff people, who were carrying very long metal poles made quick work of getting the tree off of the wagon. They were quite efficient, and worked safely among all the guests! I would say since they have been doing this for over 100 years, they have the procedure down! It was an awesome feat to see! All those people carry that extremely heavy pine tree up the steps, through the front door and into the house!<br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TN9ADm_eDpI/AAAAAAAABV4/J3g5S64V2kc/s1600/Hpim9723%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 238px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5539216497439542930" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TN9ADm_eDpI/AAAAAAAABV4/J3g5S64V2kc/s320/Hpim9723%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Once inside, they carried the tree into the expansive dining hall and hoisted it upright with the star attached to the top bough! Sorry to say, there are no pictures allowed within the house, so I cannot show you what all this looked like. To give you an idea how large the tree was, the decorations were put on the tree by people standing on scaffolding! That puts our 6 foot tall Christmas tree to shame!<br /><br />We spent the rest of the day going through the house looking at all the lovely Christmas decorations already on display, and did a little shopping too! Later, we enjoyed a bountiful feast at the Deerpark Restaurant, one of several restaurants on the property. The boys loved visiting Antler Village, where there are old-fashioned games to play, animals to pet, and farm equipment to sit on! We also watched the blacksmith create a beautiful iron leaf out of a small iron rod!<br /><br />As the day came to a close, the sky began to clear and there was a rainbow in the sky to the east of Antler Village! All in all it was a wonderful day and we thoroughly enjoyed our Christmas at Biltmore Estates!<br /><br />Blessings,<br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; BACKGROUND: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85762/heartsdesirebead/c40b06946a5065256c2dfa7fbc301dfb.png" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TN9Lhcroc8I/AAAAAAAABWA/nPehiiNzsdM/s1600/Hpim9789%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 160px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5539229104695964610" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TN9Lhcroc8I/AAAAAAAABWA/nPehiiNzsdM/s200/Hpim9789%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-632134027724726582.post-56753372028615411182010-11-12T19:49:00.008-05:002010-11-12T21:32:48.416-05:00<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TN3g6vqIE9I/AAAAAAAABUw/DMvy47AP9n0/s1600/Hpim9959%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 304px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5538830416565769170" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TN3g6vqIE9I/AAAAAAAABUw/DMvy47AP9n0/s320/Hpim9959%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><br /><em><strong><span style="font-size:180%;"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">Accountability</span>...</span></strong></em><br /><em><strong><span style="font-size:130%;">and a Garnet Ring</span></strong></em><br /><br />One week ago I read a post on my friend Gayle's blog, <a href="http://thisartistsjourney.blogspot.com/2010/11/taking-easy-way-outa-dilemma-for-this.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+ThisArtistsJourney+%28This+Artist%27s+Journey%29"><em><strong>This Artist's Journey</strong></em></a> discussing her desire to stretch her <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">metalsmithing</span> muscles and get out of her comfort zone. She revealed how easy it was to stay with "what is familiar, easy, comfortable" and how hard it was "to dive into <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">metalsmithing</span> head first without looking back to my beads for comfort." As I read her post it struck a cord deep within me, it was as if she had read my mind!<br /><br />For a very long time I've wanted to learn how to bezel set stones, and finally this spring I took a <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">metalsmithing</span> class and learned how! It was a wonderful class with an inspiring teacher who taught himself how to make jewelry. He shared volumes of information with the class; it was an opportunity of a lifetime! When the class was finished I felt confident in changing my jewelry designing style. But something happened along the way, self doubt crept in and thoughts of what if I ruin the silver, what if I make another mistake, what if no one likes my designs and how can I risk failure? Does any of this sound familiar to you?<br /><br />Well, at the end of the post Gayle ask "Anyone with me in trying something new instead of taking the easy way out???" and I just had to respond, I needed someone to be accountable with! My reply in the comments section was, "We were given talent for a reason, and it is wrong not to use it! It is time to get off the sidelines and get into the game! Maybe we should start an accountability group, what do you think?" It was time to move ahead, and not look back!<br /><br />So here is where the metal hits the anvil so to speak! I've started out slowly with this simple little garnet ring as my first response to the challenge from Gayle! It was inspired by the book <em><a href="http://search.barnesandnoble.com/These-Happy-Golden-Years/Laura-Ingalls-Wilder/e/9780060581879/?itm=11">These Happy Golden Years, by Laura <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-error">Ingalls</span> Wilder</a></em>. In the book, <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" class="blsp-spelling-error">Almanzo</span> Wilder ask Laura to marry him and gives her a garnet and pearl ring as an engagement ring. Although I do not know exactly what the ring looks like, I am sure it was simple and lovely. This is my little nod to that engagement ring, although it is much more modern in style, it is simple and lovely!<br /><br />I must end this post with a challenge to you. Are you stuck in a rut with your art? Have you stayed with what was comfortable just because it works, but you dream of doing something on a much grander scale? Well it is time to get off the sidelines and into the game! Find someone to be accountable to, step out of your comfort zone, look for encouragement, and do what you dream of doing!<br /><br />Your dreams are waiting.....<br /><br />Blessings,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; BACKGROUND: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85762/heartsdesirebead/c40b06946a5065256c2dfa7fbc301dfb.png" /></a><br />Heart's Desire Beading Company 2010 © - All Rights Reserved<br /><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TN3hBrFPUYI/AAAAAAAABU4/4K68IVYl7Xc/s1600/Hpim9957%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 174px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5538830535596396930" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TN3hBrFPUYI/AAAAAAAABU4/4K68IVYl7Xc/s200/Hpim9957%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-632134027724726582.post-24680840307632728202010-11-11T23:34:00.005-05:002010-11-11T23:44:09.700-05:00<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TNzFAwA-YrI/AAAAAAAABUg/7rH8WCKq9mM/s1600/autumn%2Bjasper.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 259px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5538518258438529714" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TNzFAwA-YrI/AAAAAAAABUg/7rH8WCKq9mM/s320/autumn%2Bjasper.jpg" /></a><br /><em><strong><span style="font-size:180%;">A Change of Seasons<br /></span><span style="font-size:130%;">Autumn Jasper<br /></span></strong></em><br />Warm peach, burgundy, rust, olive green and a touch of gray all blend together in this lovely autumn jasper oval pendant. These gorgeous warm colors will go with many of the current fall fashions!<br /><br /><em><strong><span style="font-size:130%;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/7222159/necklace-autumn-jasper-a-change-of">The Change of Season necklace</a></span></strong></em> has a hand woven copper wire bale with two tiny swirls is done in the Eni Oken style. The bale has been oxidized and then buffed for an antiqued finish. The autumn jasper stone is 1-13/16" x 1-3/8" (45mm x 35mm), and when you include the bale; the pendant is 2-3/8" in length. To complete the look, the pendant is suspended on a coordinating 4mm wide burgundy suede necklace that is 18 inches long with handsome handmade copper findings.<br /><br />Thank you for looking!<br /><br />Blessings,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; BACKGROUND: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85762/heartsdesirebead/c40b06946a5065256c2dfa7fbc301dfb.png" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TNzFIZ7pUbI/AAAAAAAABUo/OQhCPoQTtRc/s1600/autumn%2Bjasper%2B1.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 170px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 200px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5538518389949551026" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TNzFIZ7pUbI/AAAAAAAABUo/OQhCPoQTtRc/s200/autumn%2Bjasper%2B1.jpg" /></a><br />Heart's Desire Beading Company 2010 © - All Rights ReservedUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-632134027724726582.post-82977606650934547192010-11-10T00:03:00.007-05:002010-11-10T00:20:30.272-05:00<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TNooPYpxWaI/AAAAAAAABUQ/D4qTj3xCdJQ/s1600/Hpim9846%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 248px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5537782936586246562" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TNooPYpxWaI/AAAAAAAABUQ/D4qTj3xCdJQ/s320/Hpim9846%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a> <em><strong><span style="font-size:180%;">Stunning Prasiolite </span></strong></em><br /><em><strong><span style="font-size:130%;">- and childhood memories<br /></span></strong></em><br /><div><br />Prasiolite is one of my personal favorites; it brings back memories of a childhood fascination of mine. When I was little, my family visited my great aunt and uncle's home quite often. My great uncle worked in the factory at Libby Glass for many years. During his tenure there he acquired many large chunks of glass, which he used as decorations in his backyard gardens. These chunks of glass had a divine, green color that I fell in love with! Prasiolite's pale green reminds me of those beautiful decorations in my great uncle's garden long ago.<br /><br />Prasiolite or green amethyst is a wonderful, transparent stone in the quartz family and is a 7 on the Mohs hardness scale.<br /><br />This<span style="font-size:180%;"> <em><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/61335875/necklace-wire-wrapped-prasiolite-green">prasiolite</a></em></span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/61335875/necklace-wire-wrapped-prasiolite-green"> </a> heart shaped briolette is a beauty, it has an abundance of facets, which bring a wonderful sparkle to the stone! Sterling silver wire is the perfect compliment to the color of the stone, and this one is wrapped in lots of very fine wire! Including the bail, the pendant is just over 5/8 of an inch in length, and it is suspended on a 16-inch long sterling silver curb chain. It is a timeless classic piece of jewelry and its mint green color will compliments anyone's skin tone!<br /><br />Thank you for looking!<br /><br />Blessings,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; BACKGROUND: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85762/heartsdesirebead/c40b06946a5065256c2dfa7fbc301dfb.png" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TNooa6FwBgI/AAAAAAAABUY/VRfJxjMwugo/s1600/Hpim9847%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 163px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5537783134540531202" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TNooa6FwBgI/AAAAAAAABUY/VRfJxjMwugo/s200/Hpim9847%2Bheartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Heart's Desire Beading Company 2010 © - All Rights Reserved </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-632134027724726582.post-44596241374059638552010-11-09T00:30:00.005-05:002010-11-09T00:51:20.150-05:00<h2 style="FONT-FAMILY: sans-serif; MARGIN-LEFT: 10px; FONT-SIZE: 16px"><a style="COLOR: #333333; TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/treasury/4cd8cec64f496d9159f5e5fd">'Burrrr! 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FONT-FAMILY: sans-serif; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px; FLOAT: left; FONT-SIZE: 10px"><a style="COLOR: #b2b2b2; TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/JMGJewelDesign">JMGJewelDesign </a></div><br /><div style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; FONT-FAMILY: sans-serif; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px; FLOAT: right; COLOR: #78c042; FONT-SIZE: 10px">$36.50 </div></td></tr><tr><td style="BORDER-BOTTOM: #ececec 1px solid; TEXT-ALIGN: left; BORDER-LEFT: #ececec 1px solid; PADDING-BOTTOM: 6px; PADDING-LEFT: 6px; PADDING-RIGHT: 6px; BORDER-TOP: #ececec 1px solid; BORDER-RIGHT: #ececec 1px solid; PADDING-TOP: 6px" height="170" width="170"><a style="TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/50687036"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none; BORDER-LEFT: medium none; PADDING-BOTTOM: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-RIGHT: medium none; PADDING-TOP: 0px" src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_170x135.155602648.jpg" width="170" /><br /></a><a style="TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/50687036"><span style="font-family:sans-serif;font-size:10;color:#666666;">Snowflake Winter Wedding Inv... </span></a><br /><br /><div style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; FONT-FAMILY: sans-serif; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px; FLOAT: left; FONT-SIZE: 10px"><a style="COLOR: #b2b2b2; TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/inkdbykate">inkdbykate </a></div><br /><div style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; FONT-FAMILY: sans-serif; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px; FLOAT: right; COLOR: #78c042; FONT-SIZE: 10px">$1.65 </div></td><td style="BORDER-BOTTOM: #ececec 1px solid; TEXT-ALIGN: left; BORDER-LEFT: #ececec 1px solid; PADDING-BOTTOM: 6px; PADDING-LEFT: 6px; PADDING-RIGHT: 6px; BORDER-TOP: #ececec 1px solid; BORDER-RIGHT: #ececec 1px solid; PADDING-TOP: 6px" height="170" width="170"><a style="TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/61228537"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none; BORDER-LEFT: medium none; PADDING-BOTTOM: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-RIGHT: medium none; PADDING-TOP: 0px" src="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_170x135.190892253.jpg" width="170" /><br /></a><a style="TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/61228537"><span style="font-family:sans-serif;font-size:10;color:#666666;">Winter Wonderland Happy Birt... </span></a><br /><br /><div style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; FONT-FAMILY: sans-serif; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px; FLOAT: left; FONT-SIZE: 10px"><a style="COLOR: #b2b2b2; TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/ScrapYourStory">ScrapYourStory </a></div><br /><div style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; FONT-FAMILY: sans-serif; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px; FLOAT: right; COLOR: #78c042; FONT-SIZE: 10px">$24.95 </div></td></tr><tr><td style="BORDER-BOTTOM: #ececec 1px solid; TEXT-ALIGN: left; BORDER-LEFT: #ececec 1px solid; PADDING-BOTTOM: 6px; PADDING-LEFT: 6px; PADDING-RIGHT: 6px; BORDER-TOP: #ececec 1px solid; BORDER-RIGHT: #ececec 1px solid; PADDING-TOP: 6px" height="170" width="170"><a style="TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/61222365"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none; BORDER-LEFT: medium none; PADDING-BOTTOM: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-RIGHT: medium none; PADDING-TOP: 0px" src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_170x135.190872555.jpg" width="170" /><br /></a><a style="TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/61222365"><span style="font-family:sans-serif;font-size:10;color:#666666;">Fondant Cupcake Toppers- Pas... </span></a><br /><br /><div style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; FONT-FAMILY: sans-serif; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px; FLOAT: left; FONT-SIZE: 10px"><a style="COLOR: #b2b2b2; TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/Clementinescupcakes">Clementinescup... </a></div><br /><div style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; FONT-FAMILY: sans-serif; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px; FLOAT: right; COLOR: #78c042; FONT-SIZE: 10px">$11.95 </div></td><td style="BORDER-BOTTOM: #ececec 1px solid; TEXT-ALIGN: left; BORDER-LEFT: #ececec 1px solid; PADDING-BOTTOM: 6px; PADDING-LEFT: 6px; PADDING-RIGHT: 6px; BORDER-TOP: #ececec 1px solid; BORDER-RIGHT: #ececec 1px solid; PADDING-TOP: 6px" height="170" width="170"><a style="TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/34648837"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none; BORDER-LEFT: medium none; PADDING-BOTTOM: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-RIGHT: medium none; PADDING-TOP: 0px" src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_170x135.102969376.jpg" width="170" /><br /></a><a style="TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/34648837"><span style="font-family:sans-serif;font-size:10;color:#666666;">4 Pint Glasses . Hand Engrav... </span></a><br /><br /><div style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; FONT-FAMILY: sans-serif; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px; FLOAT: left; FONT-SIZE: 10px"><a style="COLOR: #b2b2b2; TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/daydreemdesigns">daydreemdesign... </a></div><br /><div style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; FONT-FAMILY: sans-serif; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px; FLOAT: right; COLOR: #78c042; FONT-SIZE: 10px">$60.00 </div></td></tr><tr><td style="BORDER-BOTTOM: #ececec 1px solid; TEXT-ALIGN: left; BORDER-LEFT: #ececec 1px solid; PADDING-BOTTOM: 6px; PADDING-LEFT: 6px; PADDING-RIGHT: 6px; BORDER-TOP: #ececec 1px solid; BORDER-RIGHT: #ececec 1px solid; PADDING-TOP: 6px" height="170" width="170"><a style="TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/61198178"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none; BORDER-LEFT: medium none; PADDING-BOTTOM: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-RIGHT: medium none; PADDING-TOP: 0px" src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_170x135.190791637.jpg" width="170" /><br /></a><a style="TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/61198178"><span style="font-family:sans-serif;font-size:10;color:#666666;">Pearl Snowflake Clippies (Se... </span></a><br /><br /><div style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; FONT-FAMILY: sans-serif; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px; FLOAT: left; FONT-SIZE: 10px"><a style="COLOR: #b2b2b2; TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/craftymamadesigns">craftymamadesi... </a></div><br /><div style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; FONT-FAMILY: sans-serif; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px; FLOAT: right; COLOR: #78c042; FONT-SIZE: 10px">$3.50 </div></td><td style="BORDER-BOTTOM: #ececec 1px solid; TEXT-ALIGN: left; BORDER-LEFT: #ececec 1px solid; PADDING-BOTTOM: 6px; PADDING-LEFT: 6px; PADDING-RIGHT: 6px; BORDER-TOP: #ececec 1px solid; BORDER-RIGHT: #ececec 1px solid; PADDING-TOP: 6px" height="170" width="170"><a style="TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/61179053"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none; BORDER-LEFT: medium none; PADDING-BOTTOM: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-RIGHT: medium none; PADDING-TOP: 0px" src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_170x135.190728093.jpg" width="170" /><br /></a><a style="TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/61179053"><span style="font-family:sans-serif;font-size:10;color:#666666;">Gift tags - white snowflake ... </span></a><br /><br /><div style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; FONT-FAMILY: sans-serif; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px; FLOAT: left; FONT-SIZE: 10px"><a style="COLOR: #b2b2b2; TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/HappyHuismus">HappyHuismus </a></div><br /><div style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; FONT-FAMILY: sans-serif; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px; FLOAT: right; COLOR: #78c042; FONT-SIZE: 10px">$6.00 </div></td></tr><tr><td style="BORDER-BOTTOM: #ececec 1px solid; TEXT-ALIGN: left; BORDER-LEFT: #ececec 1px solid; PADDING-BOTTOM: 6px; PADDING-LEFT: 6px; PADDING-RIGHT: 6px; BORDER-TOP: #ececec 1px solid; BORDER-RIGHT: #ececec 1px solid; PADDING-TOP: 6px" height="170" width="170"><a style="TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/36291463"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none; BORDER-LEFT: medium none; PADDING-BOTTOM: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-RIGHT: medium none; PADDING-TOP: 0px" src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_170x135.178796192.jpg" width="170" /><br /></a><a style="TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/36291463"><span style="font-family:sans-serif;font-size:10;color:#666666;">Crochet Christmas Ornaments ... </span></a><br /><br /><div style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; FONT-FAMILY: sans-serif; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px; FLOAT: left; FONT-SIZE: 10px"><a style="COLOR: #b2b2b2; TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/CaitlinSainio">CaitlinSainio </a></div><br /><div style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; FONT-FAMILY: sans-serif; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px; FLOAT: right; COLOR: #78c042; FONT-SIZE: 10px">$13.00 </div></td><td style="BORDER-BOTTOM: #ececec 1px solid; TEXT-ALIGN: left; BORDER-LEFT: #ececec 1px solid; PADDING-BOTTOM: 6px; PADDING-LEFT: 6px; PADDING-RIGHT: 6px; BORDER-TOP: #ececec 1px solid; BORDER-RIGHT: #ececec 1px solid; PADDING-TOP: 6px" height="170" width="170"><a style="TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/60082610"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none; BORDER-LEFT: medium none; PADDING-BOTTOM: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-RIGHT: medium none; PADDING-TOP: 0px" src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_170x135.188232671.jpg" width="170" /><br /></a><a style="TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/60082610"><span style="font-family:sans-serif;font-size:10;color:#666666;">Snowflakes shawl perfect for... </span></a><br /><br /><div style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; FONT-FAMILY: sans-serif; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px; FLOAT: left; FONT-SIZE: 10px"><a style="COLOR: #b2b2b2; TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/DagnyKnit">DagnyKnit </a></div><br /><div style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; FONT-FAMILY: sans-serif; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px; FLOAT: right; COLOR: #78c042; FONT-SIZE: 10px">$105.00 </div></td></tr><tr><td style="BORDER-BOTTOM: #ececec 1px solid; TEXT-ALIGN: left; BORDER-LEFT: #ececec 1px solid; PADDING-BOTTOM: 6px; PADDING-LEFT: 6px; PADDING-RIGHT: 6px; BORDER-TOP: #ececec 1px solid; BORDER-RIGHT: #ececec 1px solid; PADDING-TOP: 6px" height="170" width="170"><a style="TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/58819499"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none; BORDER-LEFT: medium none; PADDING-BOTTOM: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-RIGHT: medium none; PADDING-TOP: 0px" src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_170x135.189162709.jpg" width="170" /><br /></a><a style="TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/58819499"><span style="font-family:sans-serif;font-size:10;color:#666666;">Snowflake IV Blank book Phot... </span></a><br /><br /><div style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; FONT-FAMILY: sans-serif; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px; FLOAT: left; FONT-SIZE: 10px"><a style="COLOR: #b2b2b2; TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/KandiceInWonderland">KandiceInWonde... </a></div><br /><div style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; FONT-FAMILY: sans-serif; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px; FLOAT: right; COLOR: #78c042; FONT-SIZE: 10px">$50.00 </div></td><td style="BORDER-BOTTOM: #ececec 1px solid; TEXT-ALIGN: left; BORDER-LEFT: #ececec 1px solid; PADDING-BOTTOM: 6px; PADDING-LEFT: 6px; PADDING-RIGHT: 6px; BORDER-TOP: #ececec 1px solid; BORDER-RIGHT: #ececec 1px solid; PADDING-TOP: 6px" height="170" width="170"><a style="TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/60397364"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none; BORDER-LEFT: medium none; PADDING-BOTTOM: 0px; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; BORDER-TOP: medium none; BORDER-RIGHT: medium none; PADDING-TOP: 0px" src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_170x135.188100972.jpg" width="170" /><br /></a><a style="TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/60397364"><span style="font-family:sans-serif;font-size:10;color:#666666;">Cotton Candy Fingerless Mitt... </span></a><br /><br /><div style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; FONT-FAMILY: sans-serif; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px; FLOAT: left; FONT-SIZE: 10px"><a style="COLOR: #b2b2b2; TEXT-DECORATION: none" onmouseover="this.style.textDecoration='underline'" onmouseout="this.style.textDecoration='none'" href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/mirabeans">mirabeans </a></div><br /><div style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; FONT-FAMILY: sans-serif; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px; FLOAT: right; COLOR: #78c042; FONT-SIZE: 10px">$25.00 </div></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p style="FONT-FAMILY: sans-serif; COLOR: #b2b2b2; MARGIN-LEFT: 10px; FONT-SIZE: 10px">Generated using <a href="http://www.whalesharkwebsites.com/tools/treasury.php">Treasury HTML code generator</a> by <a href="http://www.whalesharkwebsites.com/">Whale Shark Websites</a>. </p><br />In the mood for a little snow? If not, this frosty silver and powder pink snowflake treasury should do the trick! I found all these lovely items by searching for handmade items with the key word "snowflakes." Enjoy!<br /><br />Blessings,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; BACKGROUND: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85762/heartsdesirebead/c40b06946a5065256c2dfa7fbc301dfb.png" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-632134027724726582.post-61684115986847529412010-11-08T20:06:00.004-05:002010-11-08T20:15:52.485-05:00<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TNifvHLiAxI/AAAAAAAABUI/vnj5Lso9rCM/s1600/Hpim9825+heartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 254px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5537351373582107410" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TNifvHLiAxI/AAAAAAAABUI/vnj5Lso9rCM/s320/Hpim9825+heartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><em><strong><span style="font-size:180%;"> A Fusion of Stones...</span></strong></em><br /><br />A gorgeous fusion of amethyst, garnet, peridot, green aventurine, rose quartz, unikite, and much more all woven inside of circle. The crowning touch is a lovely butterfly charm and a freshwater pearl!<br /><br />This <span style="font-size:130%;"><em><strong><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/61218745/circle-necklace-a-wire-wrapped-fusion-of">luscious necklace</a></strong></em></span> started with sterling silver wire, which was soldered into a circle, then wire wrapped with very fine sterling silver wire. After wrapping the frame, a circle of rich purple amethysts was added, then a great variety of semi-precious stones in coordinating colors. They are as follows: garnet, rose quartz, hematite, unikite, green aventurine, goldstone, peridot, and quartz. Then lastly, a plump freshwater pearl and butterfly charm was woven into the circle.<br /><br />A unique feature of this necklace, it is reversible! Because of the way it was woven together, either side looks beautiful!<br /><br />Finally, the circle pendent is suspended on a simple 18-inch long sterling silver chain.<br /><br />Thank you for looking!<br /><br />Blessings,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; BACKGROUND: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85762/heartsdesirebead/c40b06946a5065256c2dfa7fbc301dfb.png" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TNie4_RESVI/AAAAAAAABUA/y0h1G85d4pk/s1600/Hpim9824+heartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 179px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5537350443744905554" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TNie4_RESVI/AAAAAAAABUA/y0h1G85d4pk/s200/Hpim9824+heartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><br />Heart's Desire Beading Company 2010 © - All Rights ReservedUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-632134027724726582.post-6929617015267904772010-11-06T16:46:00.007-04:002010-11-06T17:12:19.014-04:00<strong><em><span style="font-size:180%;"></span></em></strong><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TNW_EnfPCQI/AAAAAAAABTw/JoA6iRLBNws/s1600/Hpim9928+heartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 219px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5536541402962266370" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TNW_EnfPCQI/AAAAAAAABTw/JoA6iRLBNws/s320/Hpim9928+heartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><em><strong><span style="font-size:180%;">Whiskey Quartz, Garnets and Peridot, Oh My!!!</span></strong></em><br /><br />A <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/60993193/necklace-hammered-circle-whiskey-quartz"><em><strong><span style="font-size:130%;">very vogue circle necklace</span></strong></em> </a>with a hammered texture that is adorned with a stunning flame shaped whiskey quartz briolette. This beautiful stone is surrounded by peridot rondelles, faceted garnet rounds, a spessartite garnet briolette, and one plump freshwater pearl.<br /><br />This stylish necklace started with sterling silver wire and chain, and of course all the splendid stones. No store bought findings outside of the chain for this necklace! The head pins and the circle that the stones are suspended on were created with sterling silver wire and a torch. Each stone is lovingly wire wrapped, and floats freely around the circle. Every little round garnet has a swirl of wire wrapping around the stone and finishing at the bottom. This detail is repeated on the two round garnets which connect the chain to the circle.<br /><br />The circle was hammered for an interesting texture which captures and reflects the light; the back side of the circle has a smoother finish. So depending on your mood, you could wear this necklace with the texture or smooth finish side up.<br /><br />Each detail of this necklace was thoughtfully considered, from the choice of warm colored stones, to the textures of the metals. It is my hope and desire that you will enjoy this necklace as much as I did in creating it for you!<br /><br />Thank you for looking!<br /><br />Blessings,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; BACKGROUND: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85762/heartsdesirebead/c40b06946a5065256c2dfa7fbc301dfb.png" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TNW_QuunZtI/AAAAAAAABT4/VqFpDmJJp7c/s1600/Hpim9926+heartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 170px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 200px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5536541611064256210" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TNW_QuunZtI/AAAAAAAABT4/VqFpDmJJp7c/s200/Hpim9926+heartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Heart's Desire Beading Company 2010 © - All Rights ReservedUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-632134027724726582.post-89678523043059994352010-11-05T10:28:00.007-04:002010-11-05T10:36:37.087-04:00<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TNQU0BrwLWI/AAAAAAAABTg/PmjiAWZ6g7I/s1600/Hpim9647+heartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 205px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5536072725982883170" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TNQU0BrwLWI/AAAAAAAABTg/PmjiAWZ6g7I/s320/Hpim9647+heartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><br /><em><strong><span style="font-size:180%;">A Rose by Any Other Name...</span></strong></em><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><em><strong>A lovely fibula for your knits</strong></em><br /><br /></span>A fibula is the perfect adornment for any knit sweater, hat, or scarf. They were originally made by the Greeks to fasten their togas, but today artists create them to decorate knits and more!<br /><br />This<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/60561582/fibula-a-rose-by-any-other-name"> <em><strong><span style="font-size:130%;">fibula</span></strong></em></a> is artfully made with twists and curves of silver tone wire. Its focal bead has a sparkly, gold glitter center, wrapped in swirls of white and pink roses on each side of the bead. It is flanked by two intricate bead caps, and a ruby red and iridescent glass bead. The pin point is filed to a sharp point that is buffed smooth, and will work best with loosely woven or bulky knits.<br /><br />It measures 2-3/8 of an inch in length, and 7/8 of an inch in width.<br /><br />Thank you for looking!<br /><br />Blessings,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; BACKGROUND: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85762/heartsdesirebead/c40b06946a5065256c2dfa7fbc301dfb.png" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TNQVCgsAbDI/AAAAAAAABTo/at6Moj9ombE/s1600/Hpim9645+heartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 125px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5536072974823615538" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TNQVCgsAbDI/AAAAAAAABTo/at6Moj9ombE/s200/Hpim9645+heartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><br />Heart's Desire Beading Company 2010 © - All Rights ReservedUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-632134027724726582.post-10353158412412333942010-11-04T22:05:00.011-04:002010-11-04T23:56:15.628-04:00<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TNN2hvl547I/AAAAAAAABTA/Jjf-6D-BtfA/s1600/Hpim9533+kitty.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 281px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5535898689051681714" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TNN2hvl547I/AAAAAAAABTA/Jjf-6D-BtfA/s320/Hpim9533+kitty.jpg" /></a><em><strong><span style="font-size:180%;">Adopted......</span></strong></em><br /><br />Here is the latest addition to our family, a very sweet kitty we call Callie, short for Miss Calico. She is very affectionate, purrs the minute you pick her up, and loves to play with the kids! She is also an expert mouser, and has found numerous vermin in the yard around the house. Even the squirrels seem afraid of her and bark every time they see her prowling the woods!<br /><br />But what I find most amazing is that she chose to adopt us! Welcome to our family Callie!<br /><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TNN2wte28CI/AAAAAAAABTI/6C3fe6QcrCA/s1600/Hpim9627.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 234px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5535898946183295010" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TNN2wte28CI/AAAAAAAABTI/6C3fe6QcrCA/s320/Hpim9627.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Blessings,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; BACKGROUND: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85762/heartsdesirebead/c40b06946a5065256c2dfa7fbc301dfb.png" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TNN3VSSOklI/AAAAAAAABTY/zTMRNwavtKw/s1600/HPIM9626.JPG"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 170px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5535899574537720402" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TNN3VSSOklI/AAAAAAAABTY/zTMRNwavtKw/s200/HPIM9626.JPG" /></a><br />Heart's Desire Beading Company 2010 © - All Rights ReservedUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-632134027724726582.post-41214810492195252822010-11-01T17:08:00.005-04:002010-11-01T17:27:14.985-04:00<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TM8vEvft6xI/AAAAAAAABSQ/NYZUBVicNNk/s1600/Hpim9656+heartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 271px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5534694225577110290" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TM8vEvft6xI/AAAAAAAABSQ/NYZUBVicNNk/s320/Hpim9656+heartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><br /><em><strong><span style="font-size:180%;">A Fascination With Deep Purple!<br /></span></strong></em><br />Adorn any sweater, hat, or scarf with this exquisite deep purple and silver tone fibula. Did you know that <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">fibulas</span> were originally made by the Greeks to fasten their togas? I guess you could say they were the first safety pins, but today artists create them to decorate knits and more!<br /><br />This fibula is artfully made with a dazzling deep purple, faceted glass bead as its focal. I have had this bead for quite some time, and never found the right project to include it in until now! It is surrounded with intricate bead caps and beads which compliment, but do not take away the attention from the bead. The pin point is filed to a sharp point that is buffed smooth, and will work best with loosely woven or bulky knits.<br /><br /><em><strong><span style="font-size:130%;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/60349650/fibula-deep-purple-fascination">The Deep Purple Fascination fibula</a></span></strong></em> is 2-5/8 inches in length and 1 inch in height.<br /><br />Thank you for looking!<br /><br />Blessings,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; BACKGROUND: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85762/heartsdesirebead/c40b06946a5065256c2dfa7fbc301dfb.png" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TM8vSi-yiwI/AAAAAAAABSY/Mrics13m2rI/s1600/Hpim9651+heartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 136px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5534694462735944450" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TM8vSi-yiwI/AAAAAAAABSY/Mrics13m2rI/s200/Hpim9651+heartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br />Heart's Desire Beading Company 2010 © - All Rights ReservedUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-632134027724726582.post-86760697643736766732010-10-30T18:18:00.002-04:002010-10-30T18:28:40.071-04:00<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TMybrCd3QYI/AAAAAAAABSI/yWDmIkhkI94/s1600/Hpim7458.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 291px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533969205830304130" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TMybrCd3QYI/AAAAAAAABSI/yWDmIkhkI94/s320/Hpim7458.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><em><strong><span style="font-size:180%;">Judge each day not by the harvest you reap, but by the seeds you plant. </span></strong></em><br /><br /><em><strong><span style="font-size:130%;">~ Robert Louis Stevenson<br /></span></strong></em><br />Blessings,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; BACKGROUND: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85762/heartsdesirebead/c40b06946a5065256c2dfa7fbc301dfb.png" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-632134027724726582.post-6091712363721539542010-10-29T22:13:00.011-04:002010-10-30T00:39:46.369-04:00<em><strong><span style="font-size:180%;">A Fascination.... </span></strong></em><br /><br />With cooler weather upon us, it is time to pull out the sweaters, hats, coats and scarfs. Once again, I must decide which these items will be worn another season and which will go to Goodwill. Despite the fact that I am not the cold weather girl, I am excited to be wearing my favorite pair of boots again!<br /><br />As of late, my jewelry designing thoughts are consumed with a fascination for pins! It seems the perfect time of year for them, after all they bring new life to those old knits! So this week I pulled out several of my jewelry making books and began searching for ideas on making fibulas. Trying to be frugal, I started working with nickle silver wire to make prototypes, but found that the wire was wonderful to work with, it looks great, and is cost effective too!<br /><br />These are some of the pins I put together this week! What do you think?<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TMuAD0T-clI/AAAAAAAABSA/uDaegvnRJLU/s1600/Hpim9663+heartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 208px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533657370225177170" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TMuAD0T-clI/AAAAAAAABSA/uDaegvnRJLU/s320/Hpim9663+heartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TMt_6Fe9QaI/AAAAAAAABR4/f5FXMWAXqqg/s1600/Hpim9645.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: left; HEIGHT: 191px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533657203035947426" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TMt_6Fe9QaI/AAAAAAAABR4/f5FXMWAXqqg/s320/Hpim9645.jpg" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TMt_xeNLSlI/AAAAAAAABRw/yH8kOzijMyY/s1600/Hpim9666+heartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 282px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533657055053433426" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TMt_xeNLSlI/AAAAAAAABRw/yH8kOzijMyY/s320/Hpim9666+heartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TMt_mK9A9aI/AAAAAAAABRo/fh_muYzXl5Q/s1600/Hpim9653+heartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 182px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533656860906812834" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TMt_mK9A9aI/AAAAAAAABRo/fh_muYzXl5Q/s320/Hpim9653+heartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a>Be sure to check out the Fibula section of my shop in the coming days, I will be adding these soon!<br /><br /><br />Blessings,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; BACKGROUND: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85762/heartsdesirebead/c40b06946a5065256c2dfa7fbc301dfb.png" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-632134027724726582.post-81207402807420957142010-10-25T22:53:00.004-04:002010-10-25T23:44:54.936-04:00<em><strong><span style="font-size:180%;">From My Kitchen to Yours....<br /></span><span style="font-size:130%;">Polenta Pie</span></strong> </em><br /><br />This delicious recipe came from <em>Amy </em>of the <strong><em><a href="http://www.theb-line.blogspot.com/">B-line</a></em></strong>, who shared it on her blog some time ago. It is very easy to make, and if you add a salad and some french bread you have a fantastic light dinner! Enjoy!<br /><br /><em><strong>for the crust: </strong></em><br /><em><strong><br /></strong></em>3/4 cup coarse cornmeal<br />1/2 teaspoon salt<br />3/4 cup cold water<br />1 cup boiling vegetable broth or chicken broth<br />olive oil<br /><br /><em><strong>for the filling: </strong></em><br /><br />1 tablespoon olive oil<br />1 small onion, sliced<br />1 red bell pepper, sliced<br />1 small zucchini, sliced<br />a dozen mushrooms, sliced<br />2 cloves garlic, minced<br />2 teaspoons dried basil<br />1/2 teaspoon dried oregano<br />fresh black pepper<br />1/4 lb. shredded mozzarella cheese<br />2 small tomatoes, sliced<br /><br />Combine the cornmeal, salt, and cold water in a small bowl, then add the mixture to the boiling vegetable broth. Whisk the mixture and cook for about 10 minutes over low heat, stirring frequently, until it gets very thick. Remove from heat and set aside until cooled.<br /><br />Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Oil a 10-inch pie pan and add the cooled polenta mixture to it. Use a spatula (or wet hands) to form the polenta into a smooth, thick crust over the bottom and side of the pan, then brush the surface of the polenta with olive oil. Bake for 45 minutes (uncovered).<br /><br />While the crust bakes, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium sized skillet. Add the onion and sauté for 5-8 minutes, or until it begins to soften. Add the bell pepper, mushrooms, and zucchini, and sauté until everything is tender. Stir in the garlic and herbs and sauté for just a few minutes more.<br /><br />Set the oven to broil. Sprinkle about half of the cheese onto the baked polenta crust, and then add the tomato slices. Spread the sautéed vegetables over the tomatoes and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top. Broil until the cheese melts and is all bubbly and browned and gooey.<br /><br />Serves 4<br /><br />Blessings,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; BACKGROUND: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85762/heartsdesirebead/c40b06946a5065256c2dfa7fbc301dfb.png" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-632134027724726582.post-9064072017041508502010-10-23T18:46:00.005-04:002010-10-23T18:53:31.173-04:00<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TMNmPA24S2I/AAAAAAAABRY/olBWwYTpnHI/s1600/HPIM8236b+heartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 254px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5531377175455353698" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TMNmPA24S2I/AAAAAAAABRY/olBWwYTpnHI/s320/HPIM8236b+heartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><br /><strong><em><span style="font-size:180%;">Teardrops From Heaven<br /></span></em><br /></strong>An eye catching necklace made with two beautiful teardrops, one an enchanting shade of turquoise blue, the other like an ice crystal. The primary bead is a smooth turquoise magnesite in a voluptuous teardrop shape. It is paired with a spectacularly faceted quartz crystal briolette. Both are wrapped with very fine sterling silver wire and suspended on a divine 18 inch sterling silver cable chain. The magnesite drop is 1-3/4 inches in length and the quartz crystal is 3/4 of an inch long.<br /><br />Do not forget to take advantage of <em><strong><span style="font-size:130%;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/59705303/necklace-teardrops-from-heaven">Free Shipping</a></span></strong></em> within the USA, offer good through January 1, 2011!<br /><br />Thank you for looking!<br /><br /><br />Blessings,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; BACKGROUND: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85762/heartsdesirebead/c40b06946a5065256c2dfa7fbc301dfb.png" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TMNmYBmdpoI/AAAAAAAABRg/30oO5Lgl9YE/s1600/HPIM8237b+heartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 166px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5531377330273756802" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TMNmYBmdpoI/AAAAAAAABRg/30oO5Lgl9YE/s200/HPIM8237b+heartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><br />Heart's Desire Beading Company 2010 © - All Rights ReservedUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-632134027724726582.post-92006759817609498002010-10-22T19:03:00.006-04:002010-10-22T19:12:38.823-04:00<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TMIZT9w2zcI/AAAAAAAABRI/YWlhmLk4nxc/s1600/Hpim9586+heartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 224px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5531011123152080322" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TMIZT9w2zcI/AAAAAAAABRI/YWlhmLk4nxc/s320/Hpim9586+heartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div><em><strong><span style="font-size:180%;">Humble Elements</span></strong></em></div><div><em><strong><span style="font-size:130%;">Re-purposed Copper Washers and Wire</span></strong></em></div><div></div><br /><div>The unpretentious lines of this textured copper bracelet comes from humble elements, copper wire and simple, re-purposed copper washers! The washers are all hand forged with two different textures; dimples and tiger-like stripes! I love my texture hammers! They help me achieve interesting designs in the metal, and also assist in releasing daily frustrations!<br /><br />In between each washer you will find a simple figure-eight link. These are made with heavy gauge copper wire formed by hand with round nose pliers. With just a little hand forging, they become strong and with a slight texture. The swan shaped clasp also textured for strength and interest and you can close this bracelet with just one hand!<br /><br />The copper elements of this bracelet are untreated so they will develop their own unique patina over time. If you prefer your copper jewelry to remain bright and shiny, soak your bracelet in a lemon juice bath for ten minutes and it will be like new again!<br /><br />This <em><strong><span style="font-size:130%;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/59683700/bracelet-textured-copper-washer">textured copper washer bracelet</a></span></strong> </em>is 7-7/8 inches in length, perfectly made for wrists 6-1/2 to 7-1/4 inches around. If needed, additional links can be added to make the bracelet longer. Please be sure to convo me if you need any adjustments to the size!<br /><br />Thank you for looking!<br /><br />Blessings,<br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; BACKGROUND: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85762/heartsdesirebead/c40b06946a5065256c2dfa7fbc301dfb.png" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TMIZjDUqciI/AAAAAAAABRQ/3RjUJYEodRo/s1600/Hpim9604+heartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 159px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5531011382342480418" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TMIZjDUqciI/AAAAAAAABRQ/3RjUJYEodRo/s200/Hpim9604+heartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a> Heart's Desire Beading Company 2010 © - All Rights Reserved </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-632134027724726582.post-82705936371700960022010-10-21T10:00:00.005-04:002010-10-21T10:08:46.337-04:00<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TMBIluhCsUI/AAAAAAAABQ4/W170QaqrczI/s1600/HPIM8885a+heartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 203px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5530500155389948226" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TMBIluhCsUI/AAAAAAAABQ4/W170QaqrczI/s320/HPIM8885a+heartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><em><strong><span style="font-size:180%;">Copper Wave<br /></span><span style="font-size:130%;">A Bangle Bracelet for Petite Wrists</span></strong></em><br /><br />A very basic, yet classic <em><strong><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/59143958/bracelet-bangle-copper-wave-petite?ref=v1_other_1">copper wave bangle bracelet</a></strong></em> is especially sized for smaller wrists. This bracelet is a petite 6-1/2 inches in size and will fit wrists measuring 6 inches or smaller. It has a wonderful clasp that is easy to work with just one hand, yet is sturdy and durable to keep the bracelet on your wrist!<br /><br />Please note that because the copper used in this bracelet is natural and untreated, the metal will darken with its own patina over time. If you prefer a shiny look to your copper, soak it for 10 minutes in a lemon juice bath!<br /><br />Do not forget to take advantage of Free Shipping within the USA, offer good through January 1, 2011!<br /><br />Thank you for looking!<br /><br />Blessings,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; BACKGROUND: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85762/heartsdesirebead/c40b06946a5065256c2dfa7fbc301dfb.png" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TMBItkfQUlI/AAAAAAAABRA/ea5bzaxW8J0/s1600/Hpim8883+heartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 150px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5530500290137051730" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TMBItkfQUlI/AAAAAAAABRA/ea5bzaxW8J0/s200/Hpim8883+heartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Heart's Desire Beading Company 2010 © - All Rights ReservedUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-632134027724726582.post-507288366961678872010-10-20T13:44:00.003-04:002010-10-20T14:12:04.851-04:00<em><strong><span style="font-size:180%;">From My Kitchen to Yours....</span></strong></em><br /><strong><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></strong><br />Every year I spend lots of time in the kitchen making cookies and fudge to give as Christmas gifts to family and friends. This delicious lemon bar recipe is one of my favorites because it is super simple to make and they freeze well! I will warn you, they are very rich and their wonderful intense lemon flavor (similar to lemon drop candy) is very addictive! Enjoy!<br /><strong><span style="font-size:130%;"></span></strong><br /><strong><span style="font-size:130%;">Lemon Bars<br /><br /></span></strong>1/4 c. powdered sugar<br />1/2 c. butter<br />1 c. all purpose flour<br />pinch of salt<br />2 eggs<br />1 c. sugar<br />2 Tbls. lemon juice<br />2 Tbls. flour<br />grated lemon rind<br /><br />Cream powdered sugar, butter, 1 c. flour and pinch of salt together until crumbly. Press dough into 9 inch square greased pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes.<br /><br />Beat eggs slightly to blend yolks into whites. Add to the eggs: 1 c. sugar, lemon juice, remaining flour, lemon rind and blend together well. Pour egg/lemon mixture over baked crust and bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes or until lightly brown on top.<br /><br />Blessings,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; BACKGROUND: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85762/heartsdesirebead/c40b06946a5065256c2dfa7fbc301dfb.png" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-632134027724726582.post-34870760978676222152010-10-19T22:22:00.005-04:002010-10-19T22:31:01.110-04:00<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TL5S05SOfXI/AAAAAAAABQY/4H9J0gmGUAA/s1600/Hpim8836+heartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 267px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5529948461141491058" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TL5S05SOfXI/AAAAAAAABQY/4H9J0gmGUAA/s320/Hpim8836+heartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><br /><strong><em><span style="font-size:180%;">Ready for Sweater Season</span></em></strong><br /><strong><em><span style="font-size:130%;">A Heart Shaped Fibula</span></em></strong><br /><br />A lovely heart shaped copper fibula perfect for dressing up your loosely woven scarf, shawl, hat or sweater! It is adorned with handmade copper beads and a beautiful green turquoise <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">rondelle</span>! Including the dangle, this shawl pin is 3 inches in length; and 1-7/8 inches in width. Because of the width of the pin, I would not recommend using this on tightly woven knits or silks.<br /><br />Thanks to Julie <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">Siqmund</span> for her wonderful tutorial!<br /><br />Do not forget to take advantage of <em><strong><span style="font-size:130%;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/59372080/fibula-heart-shaped-shawl-pin?ref=v1_other_1">Free Shipping</a></span></strong></em> within the USA, offer good through January 1, 2011!<br /><br />Thank you for looking!<br /><br /><br />Blessings,<br /><br /><a href="http://www.mylivesignature.com/" target="_blank"><img style="BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; BACKGROUND: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; BORDER-TOP: 0px; BORDER-RIGHT: 0px" border="0" src="http://signatures.mylivesignature.com/85762/heartsdesirebead/c40b06946a5065256c2dfa7fbc301dfb.png" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TL5S8VONkqI/AAAAAAAABQg/wbB7D8zQMlM/s1600/HPIM8838a+heartsdesirebeads.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 186px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 200px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5529948588899930786" border="0" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_KY3eiALhOYU/TL5S8VONkqI/AAAAAAAABQg/wbB7D8zQMlM/s200/HPIM8838a+heartsdesirebeads.jpg" /></a><br />Heart's Desire Beading Company 2010 © - All Rights ReservedUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0