Sleek, Shimmering, Style...
Glamorous Button Pearl Earrings

Sleek, shimmering sterling silver stick earrings with creamy white button pearls. A wonderful gift for the bride to be, or anyone with a June birthday!

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 earwires and measure 1-1/2 inches in length from the top of the earwire to bottom of the earring.

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.

Thank you for looking!

Blessings,

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Cyber Monday Sale!
Through December 5th!

Heart's Desire Beading Company Cyber Monday Sale now going on through December 5, 2010, everything is my Etsy shop is already discounted 10%. In addition, you will receive Free Shipping for all orders sent within the USA! Gift wrapping also is available free of charge at your request!

Happy shopping!

Blessings,

Marriage of Metal ...
Classic Hoops with a Twist

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!

The Marriage of Metal 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.




For those who love the warmth of copper, I have created Copper Hoops with a Twist. 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.

Both of these handsome hoop earrings would be a excellent addition to your everyday jewelry wardrobe!

Many thanks to Julie Sigmund of JewlieBeads for her wonderful tutorial! Thank you for looking!

Blessings,




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From My Kitchen to Yours....
A Family Favorite, Death by Chocolate Cheesecake

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 Death by Chocolate Cheesecake recipe with you for the upcoming holidays!

Death by Chocolate Cheesecake

Crust

1-1/2 c. chocolate graham crackers crushed into crumbs (one stack should do)
1/3 c. sugar
1/3 c. butter melted

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.

Cheesecake Filling

2-8oz. packages of cream cheese softened
3/4 c. plus 2 Tbls. sugar, divided
1/2 c. cocoa powder
2 t. vanilla extract, divided
2 eggs
1 c. semi-sweet mini chocolate chips
1 8 oz. container of dairy sour cream

Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
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.

Now, increase oven temperature to 425 degrees F.

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.

Enjoy!

Blessings,

Dad Life ....

Our pastor is doing a series on "What Makes a Man" 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!


Blessings,



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!

Accountability...
and a Garnet Ring

One week ago I read a post on my friend Gayle's blog, This Artist's Journey discussing her desire to stretch her metalsmithing 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 metalsmithing 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!

For a very long time I've wanted to learn how to bezel set stones, and finally this spring I took a metalsmithing 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?

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!

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 These Happy Golden Years, by Laura Ingalls Wilder. In the book, Almanzo 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!

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!

Your dreams are waiting.....

Blessings,


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A Change of Seasons
Autumn Jasper

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!

The Change of Season necklace 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.

Thank you for looking!

Blessings,




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Stunning Prasiolite
- and childhood memories

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.

Prasiolite or green amethyst is a wonderful, transparent stone in the quartz family and is a 7 on the Mohs hardness scale.

This prasiolite 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!

Thank you for looking!

Blessings,





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'Burrrr! It's Frosty....' by heartsdesirebeads

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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!

Blessings,

Humble Elements

Re-purposed Copper Washers and Wire

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!

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!

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!

This textured copper washer bracelet 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!

Thank you for looking!

Blessings,


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For June Babies and

the Bride-to-be!


Pearl's Girl...a freshwater pearl necklace that is simple, elegant, and everyday!

A creamy white freshwater pearl is reflected in the textured, domed sterling silver disk. This exquisite pearl is suspended on a handmade headpin, and its ample sized loop is wrapped in very fine sterling silver wire. The domed sterling silver disk has a circular texture, in keeping with the round shape of the pearl. Together, the pearl and disk are just shy of one inch in length, and hang gracefully from a simple 18-inch sterling silver curb chain.

This is enchanting necklace is perfect anyone who loves effortless style, a bride-to-be, or any June baby!

Thank you for looking!

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Blessings,

Heart's Desire

Beading Company's

New On-Line Store!!!

Heart's Desire Beading Company's new on-line store is now open for business! You will find a wonderful collection of handmade wire wrapped jewelry in sterling silver, gold-filled and copper! Many of the items you will view in our store are one of a kind treasures!

Come visit us at:

http://www.heartsdesirebead.com/

Mention that you found out about our new on-line store here on heartsdesirebeads.blogspot.com at check out and get a free gift with your purchase!

Blessings,
Debra

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Delight yourself in the Lord and he will give you the desires of your heart. Psalm 37:4

The Jupiter Necklace

This wonderful picture jasper stone reminds me of the planet Jupiter with all its swirling storms! With gorgeous autumn colors of rust, brown, tan, and black that move across the stone in unique fashion, making it a truly one of a kind piece of jewelry!

The pendant has a woven wire bale made of copper wire, done in the Eni Oken style, and at the bottom you will find a swirl of copper too! Including the bale, the picture jasper pendant is 2-1/8 inches in length and 1 inch wide. It is strung on a simple 2mm black leather cord necklace that is 17-1/2 inches long and has handmade copper findings.

Thank you for looking!
Blessings,
Debra

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The Wind and The Waves

A Copper and Agate Wire Wrapped Ring

A beautiful teal green 8mm agate round bead is surrounded in swirls of smooth and wrapped copper wire that are reminiscent of the waves and winds at the seashore!

This unique ring is very bold in design that has a three-wire shank wrapped in very fine copper wire, sturdy enough for everyday wear! Wrapped in non-tarnish copper wire, the patina will deepen slightly with wear but will not loose its beautiful copper color! If you prefer your copper jewelry to remain bright, you can clean it by gently rubbing a mixture of lemon juice and salt on it with a soft cloth!

The Wind and Waves ring is a size 7 (US) and will be sent to you enclosed in a shimmering silk bag with zipper closure, which is perfect for gift presentation and storage! Thank you for looking!

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The men were amazed and asked, "What kind of man is this? Even the winds and the waves obey Him." Matthew 8:27

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In Circles

A Wire Wrapped Rhodonite Ring

The latest trend in jewelry is one very bold ring on your index or middle finger, and this ring definitely fits that description! It's big and bold with very unique and elegant details!

The focal stone is an absolutely gorgeous rhodonite cabochon oval that has many beautiful shades of pink, and just a few dots of black for contrast. The stone is surrounded by four wire wrapped swirls made of sterling silver and in between the swirls you will find plenty of 2mm faceted sterling silver beads for sparkle! With all these unique details, the top of the ring a bold 23mm by 18mm!

The shank of the ring is made with 18-gauge sterling silver wire that starts at the top of the stone and corkscrews down to the bottom of the stone. These three bands heavy gauge wire will really stand up to wear!

The In Circles ring is a size 9-1/2 (US) and will be sent to you enclosed in a beautiful silk bag with a zipper closure, which is suitable for gift presentation and storage!

Thank you for looking!

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