Hearts and Postcards

Sorry for the delay in posting. After I moved in October, I was stuck with the dial-up connection from hell. Now I have Broadband, at least temporarily, so I can play blog catch up a bit. My latest creation was these bread dough hearts. I haven't painted them yet, because I'm busy having that nasty cold that's been going around. So I probably won't get them listed on Etsy in time for Valentine's Day, but at least I can show them here.
I also ordered postcards from Zazzle with photos I took in my new yard. You can see them below. Or you can buy them in my Zazzle shop. I love the way they came out. http://www.zazzle.com/sunset_in_lucerne_valley_post_cards-239001604058786630 and http://www.zazzle.com/pinkelephant_jpg_california_postcards-239446698707400693

Making Paper Valentines

I spent most of the day designing simple valentine cards for an article. As soon as I'm done with it I'll post it here. Some are suitable to do with your young children. I tried to pick supplies most crafters already have on hand. Granted we all have different stashes of materials, but most of us have paper, glue, scissors, ribbon, and buttons.

I'd like to also design some cards that use stitchery, but I'm not sure when I'll get to it and Valentine's Day is just around the corner.

Chain of Hearts Scarf

So  easily are new projects born into my mind.  Valentine's Day is fast approaching so I'm making a chain of hearts to wear as a scarf.

Earrings

Lampwork hearts in a pale blue green. Click on photos to see larger views.

Mood change earrings.  These two photos are the same earrings. They change color as the temperature changes.  I only bought 2 of these beads and made these for me, but I'd be happy to drive to the store and get more beads if you have to have a pair.

0040

Today I made 4 pairs of earrings. Two I'm keeping so people can see them and know I make jewelry. The others will be listed for sale sooner or later.
Mood Swing Earrings
Lampwork Heart Earrings First Pair
Lampwork Heart Earrings Second Pair

0039

Copper hand earrings: This pair still needs earwires

I'm wearing these right now .0038