Off to the bus in a moment but before I do I wanted to share my etsy shop with you. May you have a awesome day!



Peace,
Tera

Thinking about the Upcoming Holidays Sale!!

Because I am trying out a new way to display my designs I took pictures and then got the idea to run a sale..check out my shops on handmadeartists.com and storenvy

https://handmadeartists.com/shop/bohemianglitz

http://bohemianglitz.storenvy.com/

From far left at the top:

Hand knotted hemp bracelet with wood and prayer beads. Measures a little over 8". Doesn't have a toggle, does have a little pull to tighten the bracelet up.

Next to the hand knotted hemp is a three strand bracelet featuring vintage wood rosary beads, glass, plastic beads rescued from another piece of jewelry, purple pearls and one large dark purple glass bead. Has bronze lobster claw clasp and measures about 9 1/2".

Next up is a oven design I created and named Laurel in Yellow. It features pale yellow seed beads, white seed beads lined in silver, crystal rondelles and a vintage crystal button. Measures 7". I didn't get a clear shot of this one...oops

 

one of my favorites is next, hand made polymer clay roses and wood on silky cord. I even created the toggle out of clay. Measures 8" not including the rose loop that the straight end goes thru.

 

below it is a three strand green beaded bracelet with a clay piece that resembles green wave. At the bottom of the display is a cute little bracelet made with lace, polymer clay roses and pink beads. Two creamy white lampwork beads are included.

 

Right next to the demure little lace bracelet is a brightly colored Christmas beaded bracelet bangle

set. One is slightly larger than the other measuring three inches across.

I really must sign off for now as coffee and breakfast is waiting .....but heres a couple more close ups. Just message me with any questions. desertlily68@yahoo.com

 

This last picture shows two of my favorites.

 

The long one on the cord is a flat piece of shell with pearls and crystals wire wrapped onto it. The one just above it is a mix of turquoise and jasper with a vintage key as the focal point.

 

 

 

 

 

Local Spots to Check out Bohemian Glitz

If you are any of these :

café owner/manager
gallery
music venue

interested in displaying one of a kind art or jewelry for sale, please contact me

If you love one of a kind unique creations never to be seen one anyone else..your in the right place!

 

If you desire painted art....

 

 

Currently you can view my creations at Suite Assignments in West Seattle and soon to be found in a local Greenwood location.

Artist or Crafter?

Ever ask yourself that question? Are you an artist or a crafter ? Where do you draw the line?
I consider myself an artist. I create unique jewelry that no one else ever has and I have a keen eye to detail. I use the best materials I can get my hands on as well.

I put my heart and soul into what I create. I think that is a key factor to being an artist.

This lovely woven necklace went home with a friend....it was made by me, an artist.
When you buy something for yourself do you consider where it came from and choose it with care knowing the person on the receiving end will treasure it just like you did when you created it?

Happy Monday,
Tera

To Write or Create

How about write about creating? I go between designing jewelry to writing, my two loves. Throw in music, at this time I am listening to Anuna Celtic Origins. I am not sure which if I had to pick could I do without the longest for within me they intermix and encourage growth of the other.

I started designing jewelry about twelve years ago when my idea of excitement was going to the nearest craft store and buying a set of pliers. I grew in my knowledge and discovered more venues to purchase goods from. I am now on my third or fourth set of tools, having given the first set to a friends daughter.

Once you have the creative bug in your veins, it never leaves. When I don't want anyone to know the thoughts in my head jewelry creation is the perfect outlet for me. I loose myself in the colors, the textures and endless ideas abound. A few years back I sat at my desk wildly creating for nearly six hours.

The problem I have discovered is that I am quite content many times to just be left alone. Are you really ever alone when surrounded by fifteen cases of beads? The beads don't talk back to you, right? Wrong. To me, they say "I belong on a necklace, I long to be a great centerpiece" another might say "I deserve to sway from ears while the lady dances".

The beads most certainly do talk. Even before they are completed peices they tell stories. Lampwork beads from an artist bare heart and soul, wind and fire, playfulness and absolute passion. Vintage beads hold a special history and when I handle them I can imagine tea parties, ballroom dances and beach picnics.

I prefer polymer clay to sculpt with. I sit and gather the colors, mulling over the possibilites without ever knowing what I may create. I have shown peices in galleries and those are usually the ones my daughter either takes for herself or to send to her friends. I consider it the biggest of compliments. Here is a picture of my lovely daughter wearing one of my creations.

I wish I could spend my days doing nothing but writing and creating jewelry. Maybe someday I will get there. As for music, it's in my veins in a different way. I sang with school choirs, church choirs, caroling groups, the Sweet Adelines and at home or even in the grocery store.

Currently, I sing my young son to sleep just like I used to sing my daughter to bed who is now twenty years old. I have changed the songs I sing very slightly and tonight for the first time, my son sang with me.

Our song of choice for the evening "Take Me Home Country Roads". It is the most precious of all gifts to sit with my son and watch him watch me and have him mimic my mouth movements and hold my chin up while doing so. My life is truly blessed.

God Bless,
Tera

Give Away!

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I'm doing random give aways and have already given away 6 items this month!
Why? you ask??

Because..
I can

Because...
it's fun to share beautiful creations


Because ....
it's fun to get peoples reactions not only when they win but when they receive what they won in the mail!



In order to participate, join the group Bohemian Glitz on Facebook and watch for posts. Follow the rules posted. Participate and enjoy!

Happy Almost Valentines Day!

Think Pink! Check out the site www.bohemian-glitz.com and look for pink, red and purple colors to arrive in flurries! No more snow flurries, just flurries of love!

Think about what makes your heart pitter patter, stop a beat and twitter. However you say it, however you tweak it; you know when there is a little extra swing in your step. I actually get this feeling from various things, music, people and creating!

I attended a small concert tonight that was so full of energy all I could do after a few hours was think "I want to get home to write!" Now, this is just a little blurb on the blog map but I intend on writing more.

Coffee is awaiting....

God bless you all and remember to listen to your pitter patter!

Tera

Time Flies

Already having been in the Seattle area for a month and a half, I can say I am quite pleased with life. My designs are being shown at the Columbia City Gallery and I am waiting to hear back on my application to another. I am also waiting to hear back on a festival application for August.

My goal is ten galleries or combined retail locations all at once. This may take some time to achieve as I also am pursuing my writing. Stayed tuned... I am up to almost 2000 words. Writing for me is so rewarding and I get on a "roll". My creative juices don't stop. Just like when I sit down to create jewelry, I can often spend hours upon hours at it.

I have a desk in the corner in pieces meant to be my jewelry work area. I may have to tackle putting it together myself very soon. The beads are calling me and they, along with the wire, tools and clay are all here now.

Whatever shall I make first? I think some bead weaving is long overdue.

New Gallery!

Just a quick note to let you all know I am now selling my creations in a gallery here in Seattle!! To take a peek...wander on down to Columbia City Gallery at 4864 Rainier Ave S. They have a nice collection of pottery, sculpture and paintings in addition to jewelry by several designers.

March Contest Question on Facebook

Be sure to visit Bohemian Glitz on Facebook , join the group and answer March's contest question! Each month I post a contest question, usually worth "$5" and often, there is a bonus question.

The rules: you must be a member of the group to win, "dollars" are not actually currency but more like points to be spent on items in any of my shops, even etsy. Just post your answer directly under the contest question for the month and wait for confirmation that you are correct!

I will keep track of points for you if you wish to save them up!

New Directions

Good Sunday morning all,

I looked back a bit on my posts and I believe I failed to mention my new etsy shop. I love to create. I would if possible sit at my desk which happens to be my late grandmothers black metal desk and create until my fingers give way.

Since I am forever creating my styles evolve and often I can not stay within one style. I fill my etsy shop with rocks and vintage items I have collected. So, in order to bring a little order to my etsy world I have decided to open a new shop with strictly jewelry in it. Mostly high end items but not too pricey. They will all sing a little luxury.

Not too many items have made it in there but when you have a moment, take a peek Bohemian Glitz on etsy.

Monthly Contest!

Anyone who wants to have a chance to win "$" to be spent on my handcrafted jewelry please join Bohemian Glitz on Facebook.

The next monthly contest question will be post on Jan 11th at 8:45pm online at Bohemian Glitz's Facebook page, please join us!

The first person to respond with the correct answer to the question either by email or posting the answer under the question in the "comment" area wins "$5" to spend on the Bohemian Glitz website. "Dollars" can be saved up towards a future purchase.

This contest is only open to Bohemian Glitz's facebook followers.

Almost Christmas

Good morning all,

Hope this Sunday is finding you rested and peaceful. Here I sit at my computer still in my pjs relishing the rare morning that my husband is here to occupy the little one. In all reality, he's not so little. He will be two in March and has been wearing toddler sized clothes for a bit now.

I find myself keeping him up later just to see him run and smile. Simple little pleasures that mean so much. I know from experience that these days will pass all too soon. My daughter will be eighteen next week! I still get the occasional smile along with the eye roll. However, I thank my blessings every time I see her doing a chore I didn't have to ask her to do since I am pulled in many directions by a roaming toddler that is discovering everything!

He does his part to help in the house by putting the dogs dish in the sink when its empty, dumping everything he can onto the floor so I can put it away, smelling the candles and putting the in between the couch cushions to make it smell yummy. He has even tried to put the leash on the dogs to walk them. My favorite is when he throws all his toys into the tub so mom can enjoy them.

As for the jewelry designing, I do have a small collection started that has not yet been photoed. I am so scattered in my designs that I believe I will categorize my site eventually by style instead of by the usual necklace/earrings/bracelet and such. I think every woman or man for that matter can reinvent themselves almost daily and jewelry is one way to do that. We decorate our homes, why not decorate ourselves?

I personally never leave home without earrings on. Often, I also pile on the bracelets and favor short necklaces over long ones since I have a little one I have to carry around and dogs in the house that like to chase me when we are playing piggy back.

When things quiet down and I finish the chores, run to the store for sewing needles, research personal papers, see the husband off to work, I will finish the pearl and sterling silver flower necklace I have started and post a picture for you all to enjoy. In the meantime, enjoy the picture of my little one. Notice all his bling. He has his own collection he likes to pile on all at the same time. Maybe he's the next big designer!

Balance with Buckeye's

Yes, you read right. Balance with buckeye's. A catchy phrase if you ask me. I intend on disappearing to my living room with hot tea and a pile of buckeye's as big as my stomach can take.

If you have never had buckeye's do make sure to add them to your holiday eating list. Chocolate and peanut butter never tasted so good. So, how does this topic get into a blog written by a jewelry designer? I think in my other life I may have been sweets taster.

Balance is so important, especially with the upcoming holidays. Hustle and bustle about but remember to do it with balance...and buckeye's. In my travels to our local library I keep picking up books on balance and I never seem to find time to read them. Something about a toddler in the house that sometimes doesn't nap that keeps me so busy I forget about the books.

Speaking of toddlers, my little one needs his monkey that is getting dried in the dryer. So, off I go to deliver a favorite bedtime friend. Blessings to you all and I hope you have had a Thanksgiving to be thankful for. Remember to look ahead with a heart filled with optimism.


Wow! I hear squealing...better run!!

News!! New Site Design!!

Elation! I have been working once again with up and coming web designer Melinda H. and we are very near putting the finishing touches on my website.

I can't say that zencart has been my most favorite thing to work with. We have considered at times ditching the whole site and starting fresh but alas, we may not have to. Simplicity is key. Black, grey, white, gradients, slide show and more....I think we may have just found the answer to dressing up a template.

Trying to think outside of the box when your working in boxes, literally...well, it's a challenge. I am admittedly not a coder, so please everyone a round of applause and a big pat on the back to Melinda for her patience!

I am still taking new pictures and resizing so the site is faster and the pictures are cleaner looking. I hope you all take a moment to peek in and send me an email with suggestions or comments.

Special Offer!

Within the last ten minutes I have notified my newsletter subscribers and tweeted about this special offer. I wanted to share this with anyone who might want pink crystal earrings at no charge. Please visit the link to view the earrings and read how:

Clearly Crystal in Pink.

Wandering Creations

I am wondering just how many artists begin with a clear picture of what their ending peice will actually look like. I often find myself beginning something and thinking that it will be a bracelet when in fact when I am done it has transformed into a necklace. Something about the creation process is fulfilling even if you don't end up with what you thought you originally would.

Currently, I am working on a woven peice that was to be a bracelet that then was going to be a small pouch and now is almost a completed necklace. I am not sure if anything what this says about me. Except I can "go with the flow" and I am spontaneous. When the necklace is complete I will post pictures here for you to see. It is still a work in progress and I imagine it will take a few more days to finish. This is mostly due to the path I will take to get to the "end" and a little to do with the time it actually takes to weave.

A simple woven bracelet can take 2 hours to complete while more intricate patterns can take 6 to 9 hours. If your ever in my neck of the woods, possibly we can sit down together and start a project.....

Midnight Madness

Tomorrow from 8pm until midnight you can find me at the Finders Keepers Mall in Heath, Ohio for Midnight Madness. There will be sale prices on everything in the store, my own booth will be 20% off and there will be artists on hand to show their craft. It will be a great time for all! Pictured is a clay heart I created that is hung on beadalon wire with bone and is secured with a mother of pearl shell nugget. I will be taking this item to the mall for the event.

If you have never been to Finders Keepers you are missing out on hours and hours of shopping, browsing, wonderful sights and scents. Candles, jewelry, antiques, furniture and more fill the extremely large store.

If your anywhere near Heath, I would love for you to join us! Don't be shy, walk right up and introduce yourself. I love to mix, mingle and meet new people. Hope to see you there!

Brushyfork Campground Music Fest

Today's show at Brushyfork Campground to sum it up was super great music and nice weather! What more can you ask for? More people! The music truly was wonderful. However, so many people were waiting for the main show (Andy Griggs) to sing that very little people showed up earlier in the day. The performers kept the beat, the spirit of the day and thier sense of humor. Kudos and high five to them!

In closing, I'm tired, its been a long but fun day. I met a few new people and sold a few pieces of jewelry. I got to spend time with my daughter and my little boy so, all is good. Here's hoping for fabulous fall weather just a little longer!

Copper Faced Goddess

This beauty is a polymer clay faced I created from a mold I made myself. She sat waiting for me to create something worthy of her copper god likeness and one day last week....voila'! Goldstone, copper seed beads, bronze and yellow crystals look spectacular when set with her and the pretty copper bali style toggle. She will be listed in my Artfire shop for all to see.

Hope your all having a fantastic day!

Tera