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Alli's Originals Review

Alli is a 35 year old stay at home Mom (Mompreneur) who began making jewelry as a hobby over 9 years ago. She began with beaded projects, key chains & wire work. After a few years of jewelry design, she began teaching courses in jewelry making and hosting jewelry making Birthday parties. After years of designing jewelry, Alli began taking courses in silversmithing and lost wax casting. Alli's Collection has expanded over the last couple of years and now includes hand stamped pendants and charms, hand cut pendants and unique casted charms that are only available exclusively through Alli's Originals. As well, a great collection for men. The Prince Charming Collection.

Alli's biggest inspiration came from her experience as a new Mom to her son Jacob. Jacob was the inspiration behind her latest collection of jewelry which led to her having a website and officially opening up her shop! Her collection now sells in stores worldwide.

I really love the creation Alli made for me.  Looking around the website there are many beautiful pieces 

Like the Girly Charm Bracelet 

Peace,Love, and Cupcakes. 
Even the standard Opal Pendant is special with the right saying  can be perfect for many occasions. 

This is what Alli designed for me,
Mine says 
Love is...
Haley
Lillian
Zachery


I also think that the title of one of her jewelry lines is super adorable, you simply must check out the Prince Charming necklaces. 


Alli is great to work with, and with the holidays around the corner I would invite you to check her out for some of your shopping needs.


Alli's Originals 

Becoming Jewelry Review and Giveaway US only ends 8.26

I love simple jewelry, nothing too frilly or fussy for me :) This is the design sensibility I bring to my work. I especially love creating personalized pieces that will be meaningful to my customers and will be a reminder of the good things in life. I make each piece of jewelry with my own two hands in my home studio in middle Tennessee.

I love hand made jewelry, it seems much more durable to me then the store bought pieces.  For example for Valentines day My husband bought me a Gourgous necklace from the open hearts collection, and I'm afraid something with happen to it, so I barely ever wear it. I do however love it, as much as I love my new Becoming Necklace.  

This is the style I received, and I love it so much, Mine does Say Haley, Lillian and Zachery though. I was afraid the long names wouldn't but they do with a little bit of room to spare.  I love that I can wear it with anything casual and not be over dressed, but can also wear it with a nicer outfit to go out.  


Mother's jewelry is becoming a huge trend, and I do love trends. I also love great quality though,and that is one thing I have found in Becoming. Would I buy from her, you bet, and I would also suggest her shop for your needs, she has far more to offer

Charm Necklaces


Gemstone Bar Nacklace


Even Men's,and Little Girls, and the little girl ones are so cute, maybe Christmas time for my little girls

I really think they would each love one of these. 


I don't have the nicest of cameras so this photo does not do the necklace justice but here is mine... I love it. The light did funny things to the looks in the second one, but it really does look like the first picture.

The wonderful women behind becoming jewelry has even offered one of my readers a gift code to her store.

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8 Petals Glass Jewelry Review

8 Petals was created by designer Toni Chirico, a passionate self-taught artist who embraces the artistic learning process. Rather than forcing designs, she gently guides her materials to create unique, bright, bold, wearable art with personality. Working exclusively with sustainable materials, the designs celebrate the whimsy and joy of the creative process.

Until a few months ago I had never heard of Glass Jewelry and the first thing that crossed my mind is how talented the artist who makes such jewelry must be. It is an original idea, and such pretty pieces. The colors really stand out, and another thing that I first thought was, Glass jewelry does it break super east? nope I do take care of mine, but I have had no issues with anything breaking. The pieces I received were from the spirit collection at 8 Petals.

I absolutely LOVE it. The colors are so me, and it looks really good on, but best of all, it can look good with a Pair of jeans, and a nice top, or go great with a cocktail dress. The Spirit collection offers many "teams"

Just look at some of these great Necklaces, what a fashionable way to show your team support.

Check out these and many others right here, There are 17 different necklaces to choose from and each sells for $34.00.

 However that isn't all that 8 Petals has to offer why not pick up a pair of earrings to match.

I know mine really complete the look, as I did also receive these beautiful earrings to go with my Spirit Collection Necklace. Each Pair sells for $20.00. 

There is always the chance though that you don't like to wear jewelry well then these great belts are for you,  8 Petals offers 2 different styles.

 Spirit Geometric Belts

and

Spirit Flower Belts

Head on over and take a look around their website, I promise your sure to find something you will love.

 

Alex and Ani Review and Giveaway US Only Ends 7/11

Alex and Ani's mission is to design products that adorn the body, enlighten the mind, and empower the spirit. Alex and Ani's collections reflect a design aesthetic that celebrates each wearer's unique essence. Owner and designer Carolyn Rafaelian believes it is her life's work to inspire her customers to relish what is unique and authentic about themselves. Alex and Ani's artistry lies in drawing out the beauty that resides within.

The Alex and Ani aesthetic underscores the idea that what is pure and natural is most beautiful and creating jewelry from recycled materials enriches the beauty of each piece.  Founder and creative designer Carolyn Rafaelian embraces a philosophy that is based upon using eco friendly, recycled materials made entirely in the United States. Because of this, Alex and Ani is able to purchase metals from local mills who have received recycled scraps from refineries, which in turn, use those pieces and sell their scraps back to the Mills. Carolyn believes that by creating designs that support the environment and encourage social consciousness, consumers can use their purchases to make a difference in protecting our planet and our future.

Bracelets

Air, Earth, Fire,Water

Quill, Plume, Peacock

green, pink,blue, and gold .

the hollywood necklace

Alex and Ani offer far more then these, I wanted to share a few of the wonderful peices Alex and Ani have to offer. I only received my 3rd most favorite piece of jewelry from them . I love it, and wear it often. It's perfect for summer, and goes great  with a sun dress for a trip just about anywhere. I do love simple jewelry and that is why I think this fits my style perfectly.

Starfish Bangle Bracelet.

Starfish symbolize healing and regeneration...plus they're just so cute! Each charm hangs from Alex and Ani's patented Expandable Wire Bangle, the most innovative concept in jewelry, which allows the wearer, with the slide of a hand, to adjust the bangle for a perfect fit. Wear alone or mix and match with other Alex and Ani styles for a custom look. Wear this fun and whimsical Starfish charm available in Russian Gold and Russian Silver.

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Amrita Singh Jewelry Review

Amrita Singh Jewelry was launched in January 2003. Since then, Amrita Singh designs have won the admiration and devotion of the fashion world, celebrities, and the everyday woman. Her unique blend of Old and New Worlds into exuberant and artistic pieces of fashion jewelry and accessories have won her accolades in the fashion industry.
The Fine Jewelry Collection is available exclusively at Bergdorf Goodman in New York City.

Her line for the Contemporary Woman, featuring the popular Bangle Bangle Collection as well as the Bollywood Collection, are available online and at several top American stores, such as Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Macy’s, Intermix, Holt Renfrew, and various other boutiques and stores in the country.

The Contemporary collection has recently added other accessories, such as Handbags, Sandals, and Hair accessories. These accessories continue the company’s tradition of high quality, creative, and fashion-forward designs that Amrita Singh Jewelry is renowned for.

Amrita Singh has some very interesting pieces of jewelry, just take a look at these 

great pieces from the vintage collection.

The Betty Ring

The Stella Ring

I got the chance to try out these wonderful Jacosta Bangles.

I choose them in Evergreen, and I love them. they are very well made, and look great when wearing them. I love the green ones because I am a red head and green really is a great color for me. 

However they come in many great colors

Head on over and check out the great selection Amrita Singh has to offer.

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Sugar Lane Shoppe Review and Giveaway Us Only Ends 6/30

I saw the neatest thing the a couple months ago, and am thrilled to be sharing it with you.

Aimee from Sugar Lane Shoppe, calls them Scrabble Tile necklaces, but I think they are wonderful works of art.  Just look at some of the designs,

 

This is the one I chose, and I love it. It will surely remind me of the tropical beaches of Florida to  get me through those cold winter months here in Mi. 

The design is very original I have never seen anything like these anywhere... the one thing I do get asked though is what the W on mine stands for... so I am sure she uses real scrabble tiles.

She also makes:

 

Bottle Cap Necklaces

Another really neat Idea, and I know I'm not at all crafty but I do have much admiration for those people who do. Want one of your own Bottle Cap or Scrabble Tile necklace then check out Sugar Lane Shoppe today.

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