Coming Soon. . .

Coming soon . . . to an etsy shop near you!   TerahClassyCreations.etsy.com, that is!

When I first started this blog I talked about my Victorian Panorama Purse.  Of course I was extremely excited about it because it took me so long to create!  Truly a tour de force!  At that time I decided to keep it around a while just so I could admire my handiwork a little longer.  (Actually, you'd think that after spending 4 - 6 months on it I wouldn't ever want to see it again, but it had the opposite effect!)

 

Something with that much heart, soul, and so much hard work invested in it is hard to part with!! 

So after much adieu I have finally decided to put it in my shop!!!  I hope it will go to someone who loves it as much as I!!!

Sincerely,

Terah

Sentimental Journey

Recently some friends of mine lost a close family member in death.  A beloved mother and grandmother.  She was in her late 90's, contributed greatly to the community, and will be sorely missed by many.  My heart goes out to them.

A few weeks ago I was given a necklace that her daughter received from her.  She asked me to use the beads to make her some jewelry with it.  I was excited but a little daunted by the fact that this was from her mother.  I forged ahead.  

I wish I would have taken some pictures of the necklace before I changed it.  It was a short, simple two-strand necklace with all red beads.  Very pretty.  However, the length needed to be changed a bit for her daughter to wear more frequently, and she requested matching clip-on earrings as well.  Here are the end results - a necklace, earrings, and bracelet. . . .

Another Taste of Treasuries!

Recently I introduced you to treasuries wherein I shared some that I created.  Now it's time to share some of the treasuries others have created that have included my items!  They include all kinds of interesting things!  Have fun!!

Perilously Perfect Peacocks

Surely They Have Purple In Paradise

The Day The Iris Bloomed

Another Time

Green Leaves

Soothing Colors

Wednesday Favorites

Lemon Tarts

Autumn Gold

Big Game Hunt

These are just a few.  I'll save the rest for another day.  So until another time. . . .

Chameleon Flower Ring Challenge

One of my friends mentioned the idea of making rings.  My first reaction was that they would have to be custom rings because of the range of sizes needed.  (She wanted something that many different people would be able to wear.)  She then mentioned that maybe I should make stretchy rings.  I initially shied away from this idea because I know that stretchy material is naturally not as strong, and may not last a long time.  Of course I want my work to last and reflect a certain quality.  This was in the back of my mind for about a month.  Then I stumbled upon a way to make an adjustable ring!!!!  Voila!!

So, I just sat down to "play" with the idea a little.  I used five cubic zirconiums found years earlier at a local gem faire - an amazing find!  I formed these droplets into a flower with Swarovski crystals clustered at the center.   Before placing it on the ring, I made a beaded network from size 15 seed beads.  And it worked!

But why is it a Chameleon Flower Ring?  Because the most intriguing element of this ring is the color of the cubic zirconiums!!  You see in regular daylight they are a very light violet color.  But to my surprise, when I went into a parking lot "product testing" the design, the petals transformed into a mysterious, almost glowing periwinkle blue!!!  Amazing - Just like a little Chameleon!  So if you get tired of the color, just change the lighting!!!

If you'd like to see it in person, this ring is available at my friends day spa:  Studio 12 Urban Day Spa.

More Girly Girl Things

This adorable girly football hat is also one of the items in the Girly Girl Treasury in my last post. This item comes from For The Love Crochet.  She sells cute crocheted hats like the one above.  If you'd like to see more of her work, visit:  Coffee4Ginny.etsy.com.  If you make hand-crafted items, and would like a chance to be featured on my blog just go to my shop:  TerahClassyCreations.etsy.com, and click on contact to send me a message.

Have fun!!!

Terah :-)

Treasuries!!

In my little etsy shop there's a feature called treasuries.  Every member gets to create a list of items that strike them at the moment - on any theme they'd like.  I have had some members feature my items, which I truly appreciate.  I have also made a few lists, and have neglected to share them with you!!  So here are the lists I have made!

Girly-Girl

(This is one of the items in the "Girly-Girl" treasury.  It can be found in the shop:  Metalmorphis.etsy.com.   She has kindly given me the permission to post this image here.  If you'd like to see more beautiful images, just click on the links.  :-)

Organically Beautiful

Fall Collage

Color Me Happy

I hope you enjoy them!!! 

Six Month Anniversary Sale!!

It's time to celebrate!!!! 

Yes, my little shop, TerahClassyCreations.etsy.com, has now been open for six months!!  To say thank you, I would like to offer a 30% off your entire purchase! 

Just enter the coupon code:  CELEBRATESIXMONTHS when you check out!

And as always, if you  purchase $100.00 or more (before tax & shipping), shipping is free!

Have fun!!!

Terah :-)