We are very fortunate to be involved in a community that is filled with so many incredibly talented people. Just before Rhinebeck, I received a blog comment from my friend Marcia and we chatted back and forth a bit. I can't remember how the topic of Marcia making jewelry came up, but when it did, I asked Marcia if she had any pictures of her work. She sent me a few pictures and I fell head over heels in love with one of her bracelets. Needless to say I asked if she could make me one and what you see is what she sent to me..........it's beautiful!
The quality of the workmanship is impeccable right down to the beautiful clasp....I really love having it! Thank you Marcia!
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Another very recent purchase was this pretty bag from Jessalu. My husband will be very happy to tell you that I absolutely do not need any new bags, but ...........
how in the world could I resist this? The bag is made with a striking Amy Butler fabric on the outside and a coordinating print on the inside.
I may have been able to pass this little bag by until I saw Jessalu's signature zipper pull........a beeutiful bee! It goes without saying, that little bee caught me hook, line and sinker.
It's the perfect size for a pair of socks or something small that you might be working on....or a little travel bag. Thanks Jessalu!
Yep....we are very fortunate to have such talent amongst us and what better way to support the economy then by supporting our friends :)
Oh, wow! You're so lucky! I love that bracelet, and the project bag with the bee-wowee, wowee!! It's fabulous!!!!!!!
Posted by: Debbie | Monday, November 24, 2008 at 06:45 PM
Love that bag!
Posted by: Wool Winder | Monday, November 24, 2008 at 10:31 AM
Lovely purchases! I'm in awe of all the talent that is out there!
Posted by: tiennie | Sunday, November 23, 2008 at 10:49 PM
Your bracelet is amazing! Does Marcia have an etsy store/site? And the charm on your bag is SO cool! :)
Posted by: Lisa McGuire | Sunday, November 23, 2008 at 09:42 PM
Thank you so much for all your lovely compliments! I'm so glad you like your bag :o) That's a lovely bracelet, too!
Posted by: JessaLu | Sunday, November 23, 2008 at 12:29 PM
That bracelet is just lovely. You're a lucky gal!
Posted by: Cheryl S. | Sunday, November 23, 2008 at 12:12 PM
Wow, beautiful!!
FYI, finally finished the Alhambra struggle, it had been in time out since last spring...it really is beautiful, now have to block it!! That should be an interesting experience...
Posted by: Gina | Sunday, November 23, 2008 at 10:39 AM
They are both gorgeous! I love the little bee token too!
Posted by: Anne | Sunday, November 23, 2008 at 09:52 AM
Thanks for the compliments, Kim! Love that bag, too!
Posted by: Marcia | Sunday, November 23, 2008 at 09:24 AM
Do you mean Marcia of Spinerella fame? The link doesn't seem to work. I know she makes jewelry and someday I'd love to have a piece of hers, too.
Posted by: margene | Sunday, November 23, 2008 at 08:44 AM
I have one of Jessalu's bags, too. Mine has a martini zipper pull. :-)
Posted by: Carole | Sunday, November 23, 2008 at 08:06 AM
It's a wonderful perk of the network we have!
Posted by: Laurie | Sunday, November 23, 2008 at 06:16 AM
Kim- Being a bit of a bag ho myself, I understand.
And yes, we are doing our bit to support the art community. (rolls eyes)
Posted by: Lorraine | Sunday, November 23, 2008 at 06:15 AM
Both are beautiful. Check your email.
Posted by: Jean | Saturday, November 22, 2008 at 10:42 PM
The bracelette is stunning! Amy Butler fabric makes everything prettier. You can never have too many bags... I'm sure that must be a rule or something?! :)
Posted by: Renee | Saturday, November 22, 2008 at 10:14 PM
Yes, they are talented! I didn't realize they're selling. Lucky you!
Posted by: Manise | Saturday, November 22, 2008 at 09:44 PM