Been Busy!

Hello Blog Mateys!

I'm so sorry to be MIA.......Bad Cameron...Bad *slaps hands*
I promise, though, it's all been for a very good reason!

First off, I made a new batch of sea glass hair barrettes with some of the goodies found while beachcombing this Summer.
Take a looksee....

 

These are just a few.  I had the good fortune of finding some beautiful bits of rare colors this year :)

Oh, and some pretty agates...

 

 

....and cute heart-shaped stones, too :)

 

 

These are all in the shop for those who'd like a closer peek.

 

Also, Maggie started 2nd Grade this week.....

 

 

So, that's been part of why I've been absent....

 

BUT, the main reason is something extra special!!

 

Unfortunately, I can't reveal the secret just yet....even if I am bursting at the seams with excitement!

 

Something is brewing....

I'll give you a sneak peek, though....because I just can't help myself!

 

 

So......I'll keep working away, giggling in anticipation.....

Can't wait to show and tell! :)

 

Hope your week is filled with good stuff, too!

Hugs all around,

Cam

Dipping into the Sea...........Glass, again!

Hello Wonderful Friends!

I've heard your polite requests, and I am looking forward to getting my hands all covered in paint again!  I hope to have new art here very soon....

But, just so you know I haven't been putting the paint aside for nothing, I've finished up another round of experiment projects using my beloved sea glass collection again.

I've put gorgeous, rounded and smooth pieces on bobby pins, for the first time...

 

....and love how this showcases the beauty of a single piece.

 

 

...and then I tried using the tiniest bits I have, and made earrings!  Placed in the bezel with a pair of tweezers and patience....haha!

 

 

Together, the little chips make such a pretty mosaic.  These bezels are just 3/4 of an inch (2 cm) in diameter just to give you an idea how many pieces are in there.

Nothing going to waste here!

 

 

As with all these whims I get, I just made a few.....only 4 pairs.  I like to try things, then move on to the next.  Keeps things fresh and exciting for me and the items unique.  I like to think, anyways....haha!  They are in the Shop now :)

 

So, I am very ready to get some paint slinging to mix things up again :P

 

For all you sewing girls...and Vintage fans, I wanted to share this with you.

 

Do you know what it is?

 

The pins on top are a clue.

 

 

Isn't it adorable?! 

A wee pin cushion sheath houses small sewing shears for trimming threads and whatnot. 

 

 

It belonged to my Japanese Grandmother and is about 50 years old.  I think it is just fantastic.

Just listed it in the Vintage Shop today.

 

Can't believe the weekend is here again...the year already seems to be going so quickly.  Hope your days are filled with all your favorite things!

 

Hugs all around,

Cam

Crafting Frenzy!

Hi Guys!
Did you have a nice weekend?
Scoop up any good deals?

I'm sad to see the Autumn and Harvest decor officially gone, but I am excited about another Christmas!  Amazing that 2012 is almost over!

Now, I'm going to apologize in advance.....
This blog's content over the next month is probably going to be short on words.

I'm simultaneously trying to balance making things for gifts, stocking the shop, fulfilling a few commissions/ custom orders and spending time enjoying the Season....you know how it is.  I'm sure you feel the same way....crazily trying to get everything accomplished while also trying to slow down with the Family and soak it all in.

So, when I have time to myself, I try not to waste it.  Here's what I've managed to squeeze in over the weekend.

A repurposed Tshirt scarf for my niece.

 

I didn't use her instructions, but I got the idea from seeing this scarf here:

 

http://www.gingerhendrix.com/wiener_dog_tricks/turn-a-t-shirt-into-a-scarf-its-easy-and-youll-be-cute-a-tutorial.html

 

I made that little flower pin so she could remove it and use it elsewhere, an elastic headband, belt, jacket, etc.  I found I wanted to keep making more :)

 

 

 

....and I had a custom request for an all white sea glass clip with silver wire.

 

 

 I finished it and a couple more, too.

 

 

So, slowly but surely, gifts are getting checked off the list....new items are being added to the shop....and that warm, giving feeling seeps in to my bones....

 

Better than osteoporosis :P

 

So, please...

....remember to take your calcium, give your loved ones a kiss and keep on crafting!  I'll be thinking of you while I tinker into the night.

 

Mwuah!

Cam

New Clips on the Block

Hello my Fabulous Blog Divas!

Well, November is full swing now, but unfortunately, temperatures are back up into the low 90's today :( 
Just when I think I can pull out the sweaters...haha!
Well, despite the non-Christmasy feeling around here, I'm trying to get the shop stocked with new goodies.
I've made some new sea glass hairclips.


This one is all frosty white with one blue-green beauty in the middle. Some of the glass on this clip are an inch or longer!

 

This one is really unique.  I just love that navy blue pottery piece that the little shell is resting on.

 

 

This one is all ocean pottery.  Look at all those fantastic colors!  I wanted to keep the look playful, so I wrapped it in pink wire ;P

 

 

I think this might be my favorite.  Up close, those pale blue pieces of pottery have wonderful crackling.  I have such a fondness for crackling...haha!  The serene color scheme is lovely, too.

 

 

...and then there is this little petite cutie.  Just an inch and a half long (4 cm) but perfect for adding quick accents to ordinary hairstyles!  These are all now available in my SHOP, if you are interested :)

 

 

I currently have clay under my nails...heehee....just a little hint as to what I have in store next!

 

 

Thank you so much for the visit!

Cameron