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"Rise up, take courage and do it." EZRA 10:4⁠
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Hope you enjoyed your Sunday! May we all be ready to take on what the week ahead has to offer.

Believe it or not, the clock is ticking for fall w

Believe it or not, the clock is ticking for fall weddings! If you're headed down the aisle or looking to up your wedding attendant style, be sure to make your accessory choices soon. ⁠
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This beauty is wearing the GISELLE earrings. A flowing cascade of petal pearls over a sparkling clear gem. Totally stunning, right?

LAST PAIR! If you've been debating whether you nee

LAST PAIR! If you've been debating whether you need these studs in your collection, it's time to add to cart. These keshi pearls were a beautiful batch and I am not sure when they will be restocked, if at all. Go, quick, run, there's really just one!

What's better than pearls and aqua gems? Well mayb

What's better than pearls and aqua gems? Well maybe a trip to some exotic shore, but at least these beauties are meant last! ⁠
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The DIANE earrings now come in 14kt gold fill, too.

Love it when a customer takes a current design and

Love it when a customer takes a current design and customizes it. Similar to the LORI ANN earrings, these clusters are stunners. Adding a simple, yet elegant Y-necklace completes this Mother of the Groom's wedding day style. Love how it turned out, don't you?⁠

Sometimes all it takes is one big luminous pearl t

Sometimes all it takes is one big luminous pearl to make the perfect necklace. The ELLE choker continues to fly out of the studio for just this reason. Check out those beauties!

Finalizing new designs has been sprinkled with cus

Finalizing new designs has been sprinkled with custom orders. Currently working on bridal designs that coordinate with these earrings, all with keshi style pearls. I can't wait to see it on my bridal customer! Her dress is a gorgeous shape with a hint of the tropics. Sounds perfectly beachy and I will definitely share some pictures if I can!

Calling all H Y D R A N G E A lovers! This sweet p

Calling all H Y D R A N G E A lovers! This sweet pair is the July botanical earring of the month. It comes with a gorgeous notecard, ready to gift or as a treat for yourself. Tomorrow is the last day to subscribe and get the July beauties. ⁠
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Fear of commitment? No worries, you can select as few as 3 months of this subscription. A gift each month, sounds perfect doesn't it?

Nope, I'm not becoming a fashion blogger, but I di

Nope, I'm not becoming a fashion blogger, but I did put together my favorite handmade summer fashions. After packing for my recent trip to the shoreline, I realized I've found some great brands that share our values, high quality, handmade, and doing social good. ⁠
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This pretty dolman sleeve top is from @threadbythreadboutique, an online shop that curates items from handmade and made in the U.S.A. brands. A portion of sales goes to a children's' charity.⁠
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Oh my, @portlandleather! This navy clutch is my third bag from this company. Top quality leather handmade into timeless bags in all the colors you love. ⁠
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An #Etsyfind, @darkwingsshop these leather thongs were made in Athens, Greece and are just what every casual summer wardrobe needs. ⁠
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Check them out and let me know if you have any brands that I should check out!

It's a new week, let's see what's going to bloom!

It's a new week, let's see what's going to bloom! I'm looking forward to more time at my work table to finish some fall designs. What's on your agenda? ⁠
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Earrings don't have to be huge to make a statement

Earrings don't have to be huge to make a statement. These hoops are bright and fun, but not too heavy. Purely compliment bait! ⁠
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Handmade with freshwater pearl and chalcedony in your choice of sterling silver or 14kt gold fill, they're a lasting pair you'll pull out again and again.

Soaking summer rain or humid heat are really makin

Soaking summer rain or humid heat are really making my curls go wild! #curlygirlproblems If you've got the same frizzy fly-aways, tuck in these beauties and draw the eyes to some pearly petals. Voila! No one's looking at the frizz. Pearls really do solve problems!

Back from a relaxing few days in the Cape, which i

Back from a relaxing few days in the Cape, which included this tasty beverage! Thanks for your patience, your orders are shipping starting tomorrow.

Tomorrow, the last packages will ship and we'll be

Tomorrow, the last packages will ship and we'll be taking a studio break for the holiday. Time for a drink in hand and toes in the sand! ⁠
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Never fear, All new orders will ship after the 9th.⁠
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I simply adore hydrangeas! In my mind, they're the

I simply adore hydrangeas! In my mind, they're the quintessential New England flower. Their petal clusters in the prettiest colors inspired my design for the July earring subscription. I can hardly wait till next week to ship them. Stay tuned, I'll post them soon!!

Hope your having a Sunday funday! I'm in the studi

Hope your having a Sunday funday! I'm in the studio completing orders. Yes, even on a Sunday! So thought I'd do a flashback post of the AVA pins. They continue to be a favorite of brides and mother of the brides. One is chic, three so elegant and a trail of them...nothing but full on gorgeous!

Styled by Abbie and Katie from @kissandmakeupct
Gown @bellabridesmaids of #westport
Photo @alliedearie Model @samii.hart

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