The Cry for Fabulous and Chic

Why is my birthday week always the week everyone gets sick?! That would be why I am missing in action and not getting anything done.

I am putting out a cry for help. I want some fabulous and chic clothes for my birthday. So, if you want to trade with me, give me a ring. I all ready traded for that simply magnificent clutch-style wristlet from Moxi. Love it and can't wait to get it.

Well, my family party was last night. I still have yet to figure out why we have to do this every year since the only thing I do is sit around and stare at the walls. My brother and wannabe aunt sat in the other room and demanded their cake be brought to them. My mother and grandmother rattled on about car accidents and other depressing things. All in all, it was rather pointless. The good thing was I didn't throw cake at anyone.

The ring pictured is my latest creation. One of those spur of the moment designs. I created it from copper tubing and the stone is a faceted ruby. It has a really elegant look and is so comfortable to wear. It can be found in my shop.

Let Them Eat Cake!

I am actually so very glad that this weekend is over.

I finished my Creative Challenge piece from last week just under the wire. This week's challenge was to create something for a museum exhibit and to photograph it for the catalogue. I admit. I cheated a little but it was perfect for the challenge, and it forced me to finish it. This chainmaille piece is called Captured and features copper washers, hand-formed copper and sterling silver links. It is a double chain necklace which just adds to the elegance and oh, so long. 24" to be exact. Love it! I think I did pretty well on my photos as well. Captured can be found in my shop.

This is my birthday week so I will keep you abreast of any presents I might receive. I'm supposed to go Wednesday to a family party. Cake good, family bad. It should be interesting to say the least. I'll try to restrain myself from throwing cake.

I've got the I wants

Have I mentioned that birthday is next week? Yes, indeed it is. And, even at 28, I love it.

I am such a child when it comes to my birthday. Not that I want a party. I want presents. I want to make lists and get the things I want. When I was a child I hated going to birthday parties because I hated other people getting all the presents. I love giving presents now, but I want some too. My family either doesn't know me well or just doesn't listen. I'm opting for a little of both. Because, every year I get a bunch of stuff that I won't wear or won't use. It really is depressing. Last year, I did get something I wanted-money, but of course, my washing machine died. So, guess what I did with it?! I really do love my birthday no matter how old I get. I wake up and think, Yay! It's my birthday. Love it! So, this year I have made a birthday wish list. Feel free to buy anything and everything off the list for me for my birthday. I told you I was such a child. The things pictured today are the top three things on my list. Aren't they gorgeous?

Birthday Wish List
1. Floral Decorative Nature Design shortsleeve T by ahpeele
2. Birds and Swirls Aqua Shirred Cap Sleeve T by muttsywonder
3. Dragonfly Pattern Flying Solo Top by circularaccessories
4. Geisha in Blossom Rain Baby Rib Cami by polymer
5. A Coral Room Wearable Art Corset Belt by gifling
6. Pretty much anything from jenclaire
7. Lady Charm Pits by aliceofkansas
8. Grey Rondue Purse by christysquilts
9. Val and her dog by Craftymoose
10. Mummies Boy Art Doll by TheDevilsWallpaper