Turns out I can make bridal jewelry =) This was a commission, all that was specified was that she wanted white crystal and pearl.

So my jewelry has been going in a slightly different direction. I've been using more dragons and gryphons and things of the creature nature. I enjoy them a lot, they make wonderful focals or accents. I've also enjoyed using handmade glass opals and fully faceted Swarovski crystals.

Here's a few examples.

More fantasy oriented, less victorian. Though I still love a good victorian piece here and there =)

I've been working like crazy to keep my Etsy shop updated with new creations. It's quite a challenge with a newborn. I work when he sleeps, when my husband comes home from work, or during the rare times with my son occupies himself with his toys for more than just a few minutes at a time. We've decided I'm not going back to work for a while, so aside from being a mom, my Etsy shop is my career for the time being.

So if you haven't been to the shop lately, go have a look at the new stuff.

Peacock Tres Chic on Etsy

Update

Long time no write!

Actually I have been writing. Just not here.

I have a blog where I update about my baby boy. Life with Riley.

Riley was born November 21st, 2010. He's almost 6 months old now!! He's the center of my life, jewelry took a back burner.

But business is going well regardless of it's priority! I was able to make a good number of new pieces when Riley slept all day. I don't have as much time these days but I still manage a few here and there. I've started making pieces that are easier to get supplies for, and easily customizable so I can make them in different metals and different crystal colors. I've done a lot of commissions in the last few months!

I've also started making hair clips. I was inspired to make hair pieces because I can no longer wear necklaces or long earrings... little hands can't help but grab them.

There you have it, that's what I've been up to. Check out the shop if you haven't been in a while! I'm still around =)

Baby's Room

He's only getting half the room currently, we're using the other half to store some totes we don't have room for anywhere else. But eventually, after much time sorting and clever storing, he'll get the entire room.

We're getting a crib bumper, sheet and duster set for the second baby shower, I've already seen it and it's adorable. So the crib will look a lot more put together then.

Clearly, we're going for a safari animal theme. Lots of monkeys and elephants, the occasional lion.

And yes, that's a teddy bear in a diaper on the changing table.

Halloween Eearrings

I've mentioned time and time again that I'm making loads of earrings but haven't shown much of anything yet. These earrings are all halloween inspired, the orange, black and green that I associate with the Halloween season. They're elegant and not so spooky cheesy, that you can wear them to parties, with costumes, with every day wear. They're nothing over the top, but I think they're cute.

I'm slowly, every so slowly, listing them on Etsy. Go have a look, gear up for the fall season, or just enjoy a little browse. Peacock Tres Chic at Etsy.

Nothing new on the baby front. He's still kicking like a champ, expecting a rowdy little bundle. I've got some problems with my hips but expecting it to go away shortly.