its been forever!

O my goodness! It's been forever since i've blogged! Well that's what the holidays do to you :).  Hope everyone had an absolutely wonderful Christmas, and a great New Year's (which is literally right around the corner!) I'm hoping for good things in 2011, and looking forward to the next year:
What i want to see happen in the next 12 months:
1.  a baby! LOL i know this blog is about Jewelry, but a itty bitty one for me and my hubby has been my #1 prayer these last 6 years :)
2.  more sales :) :)
3. less debt.... who doesn't want that :)
heres a few glittery items to welcome in the new year.  God bless all!
http://www.etsy.com/listing/64964280/little-black-dress-earrings

http://www.etsy.com/listing/50358741/pearl-wine-glass-charms-made-with

http://www.etsy.com/listing/47936912/three-dimensional-clear-beveled-glass

http://www.etsy.com/listing/63578034/holiday-clearance-sale-china-rain

http://www.etsy.com/listing/35902124/the-ice-cave-85x11-print

free shipping!

With Christmas just 5 days away, it's time to grab those last gifts.  To make your life easier, i'm offering free priority shipping (2-3 day shipping) on purchases $25 and over!  here are some of my items, and other shops that also offer free shipping!                                                                                     http://www.etsy.com/listing/63738671/amethyst-and-pearl-earrings

http://www.etsy.com/listing/63874519/hammered-copper-teardrop-earrings?ref=v1_other_2

http://www.etsy.com/listing/41356917/hydrangea-petal-sterling-silver-pendant

http://www.etsy.com/listing/61950651/copper-birdhouse-no-shipping-fees

http://www.etsy.com/listing/53681656/stacking-blocks-set-of-6-blue-green

http://www.etsy.com/listing/52383313/moms-recipe-box

http://www.etsy.com/listing/64578710/aerial-view-sheer-hand-painted-silk

glow of Christmas

    My most favorite Christmas tradition is the Candlelight Service, when all the lights go out and then the solitary candle glows in the darkness.  Every year it amazes me how total darkness is instantlyy dispersed by the tiny flame of just one light.  An illumination that grows and spreads as people share their light with their neighbor. May the Light of Christmas illuminate your life this year :)

http://www.etsy.com/listing/62325726/votive-or-tealight-candle-holder-with

                                                                                                 

http://www.etsy.com/listing/64218601/set-of-three-bone-white-limestone

http://www.etsy.com/listing/46781315/hand-punched-copper-light

http://www.etsy.com/listing/63009451/tea-light-soy-candles-red-hot-cinnamon

Matthew 4:16  the people living in darkness have seen a great light

a couple of items from the great shops of the Promotional Frenzy Thead of Etsy

Sabtisdesigns

http://www.etsy.com/listing/63484256/multiple-strand-freshwater-pearl-twisted

                                          myhandmadecrafts

http://www.etsy.com/listing/63391392/aurora-seashells-outlined-in-gold-on-14k

bagsofblessinghttp://www.etsy.com/listing/60619647/sale-big-super-chunky-cowl-in-cranberry

                                             dellcovespices

http://www.etsy.com/listing/62143634/sale-custom-magnetic-spice-kit-you-pick

HogansHandiwork

http://www.etsy.com/listing/60025702/black-tunisian-wrap

Giftbearer                                                                                                           

http://www.etsy.com/listing/46703193/copper-wildflower-2-brass-center-18-inch

ThePaigeSpot

http://www.etsy.com/listing/62709814/dark-red-white-and-tan-holiday-ornament

Check out the link to see more items, sales, BNR's and such

http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=6699630&page=1

Christmas colors from CCCOE team on Etsy

Every time i pop on Etsy to check on my shop, I see something absolutely beautiful that someone else has made.   Its been said many times, but it is still true, there is something special about handmade items.  not only are they lovely, but you see all the hard work that went into them, and that makes them treasure worthy.  On etsy, I'm a part of a great team of artists called the California Crafters Club of Etsy.  I try to feature differant artists on this blog, so today i want to show off some of their work, in the holiday colors of Christmas.                                    

This lovely necklace is by SurfandSand, from Newport Beach, Ca

http://www.etsy.com/listing/61756653/aqua-glow-chalcedony-sterling-silver

http://www.etsy.com/listing/60026972/garnet-and-gold-wrapped-pearl-handmade?ref=v1_other_1

A garnet and gold necklace by Aubepine, from Los Angeles, CA

Natural soap bar in evergreen forest scents, by Intentions, from Davis CA    http://www.etsy.com/listing/62684813/o-joy-natural-soap-bar

hand knit lace shawl by Peacefu1, Fair Oaks, Ca

http://www.etsy.com/listing/40089949/hand-knit-lace-shawl-in-beautiful-thyme

Christmas Spendor tea lights,  by AromaFields, in Chino, CA

http://www.etsy.com/listing/57861290/four-scented-soy-tealight-holiday

Copper leaf pendant with  green adventine  necklace, by Junbell Design, in Oakhurst, Ca       http://www.etsy.com/listing/63459374/copper-leaf-pendant-necklace

new designs finally in my shop

wheww, last week was busy !:) thanksgiving week is always crazy, and it never seems like there is enough time to  do everything.  On top of this, i've been working for about a month on a new line of jewelry featuring hand cut and formed copper pieces.   I finally launched them in my shop last night and i'm so excited about it, i had to share it here :)
http://www.etsy.com/listing/63186865/discountcopper-leaf-earrings-reddish?ref=v1_other_1
  lovely pure copper leaves, oxidized and sealed at a beautiful reddish gold. $15 today only for cyber monday!
http://www.etsy.com/listing/63189489/hand-cut-copper-disc-earrings?ref=v1_other_2

 simple hammered discs that add a little kick to every outfit.  $18

http://www.etsy.com/listing/63191821/turquoise-and-copper-necklace

hammered pure copper heart with swarovski crystal and a sterling silver key.  $30

Check out the rest at www.etsy.com/shop/junebell

Quick note on a coupon offer

yay! etsy got coupon codes!  i've been waiting for this for a while, as i always offer discounts to buyers, but refunding them via paypal is just not the same :) so as a thanks for those who follow this blog or read it, i'm offering my first coupon code ever to you! Use "THANKS" in the checkout process and get 25% off.  since everything is on sale right now in my shop this is a GREAT deal.

only $15 today only!http://www.etsy.com/listing/58834788/40-offgreen-adventurine-and-silver

just $12.75!

http://www.etsy.com/listing/59119008/15-offpearl-and-silver-necklace-dusky?ref=v1_other_2

and many more......

check everything out at  www.etsy.com/shop/junebell

Item of day sales

I recently found a group of Etsyians that post a greatly discounted item each day.   Its a good idea for those of us who sell on Etsy to bring in sales, but its also a great deal for the buyers on Etsy.  Heres a couple of the items up for Tuesday 11/16: ( i won't go into descriptions, i'll just put the before and after prices)

http://www.etsy.com/listing/53096065/decorative-pillow-modern-elegance-bamboowas $28 today only #20

             http://www.etsy.com/listing/59003516/sterling-silver-and-garnet-gemstone    was $14.50 today only $8!

http://www.etsy.com/listing/59014641/item-of-day-silver-and-turquoise

 Was $25 just $12 today!

there's not enough room to paste them all :) but here is a link to the forum where they are listed each day

http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=6686169

happy veterans day all, some red, white, and blue

in honor of Veterans day i've put together some patriotic colored items from some great artists on etsy.  I love these ornaments! The idea of personalizing them makes them keepsake items too.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/61457495/family-star-ornaments-set-of-4-no
for all of you who have little girls, granddaughters, or cute little nieces like me, Macy J's baby boutique has some of the most adorable outfits and hair accessories.  Check out this Red flower bow clip.  Just $5!
 
http://www.etsy.com/listing/49852069/deep-red-satin-flower-clip

Hands a little cold this season?  SocksandMittens has got you covered :).  I love these blue fingerless gloves, in their wintery color.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/40659811/womens-fingerless-gloves-wool

Ok so even though i made these earrings i'm still allowed to love them LOL.  And the're a little red right?

http://www.etsy.com/listing/51391222/terra-cottawooden-sphere-and-red-jasper  

So now for something white.   How about these lovely beeswax candles by BeesandMe?  100% organic with a comforting honey smell.

http://www.etsy.com/listing/38914128/4-inch-honeycomb-beeswax-candle-by

  Well that all for now folks, enjoy this great holiday and say thanks to a vereran!

christmas gifts under $10 (i know its been over done )

In the spirit of saving money this year i am aspiring to give gifts under $10 to everyone on my list and still manage to make them appreciated items.  Over ambitious you think; i beg to differ :) .  Here are a few ideas:

of coarse since this is my blog i have to feature on of my own first LOL, Beautiful silver plated set of earrings with genuine peridots for $10 http://www.etsy.com/listing/61104371/endless-spring-green-peridot-and-silver

I don't know why but i'm really liking coasters this year (not that i'm good at using them) but i have seen so many fun sets and I think that they make unique gifts. Here are a couple that i like:http://www.etsy.com/listing/48209691/on-sale-coaster-set-jolly-roger-skull

http://www.etsy.com/listing/60787725/chic-zebra-ceramic-coaster-set

I really like designer like bobby pins too.  I know that these ones are a little over $10 but everyone has to stretch their budget sometimes.                                                                                            

http://www.etsy.com/listing/61110244/melissa-pair-of-peacock-hair-pins-purple

So thats a couple of ideas for you and me. have any more?

first blogg post

So this is my first blog post and chances are I be the only one reading it :)
But you know you have to start somewhere.  I first started this blog to  promote my jewelry, which is still something I want to do, but as i read other people's post, i found that i want to help other artists out by posting about them too.  so here goes nothing :)this is the link to my Junebell design shop, www.etsy.com/shop/junebell, and  this is my favorite necklace in it right now http://www.etsy.com/listing/59963741/on-sale-midnight-blues-freshwater-pearls , featuring dark blue freshwater pearls nestled in hammered silver plated ovals.  I can totally see it paired with this great hanh knitted clutch purse by NzLbags http://www.etsy.com/listing/60607108/everyday-knitted-bag-dark-blue-handbag