Moon Shadows

This has been a great week for treasury making because inspiration is not in short supply. Moon Shadows is a collection inspired by the photograph I found of the same name, listed below. I used the same color scheme as the photo: turquoise, olive and amethyst to evoke the mystery and dark beauty of the moon. I chose each item carefully to establish repetition with the orb shape of the moon and a cohesive theme and color scheme. By the way, if you would like to see more work from ImagineStudio, just click on the photo caption. I hope you like it!

Moon Shadows, a treasury by bdavissynergy



Moon Shadows by ImagineStudio





I Fell in Love with Harajuku

You can see my new treasury here...

http://www.etsy.com/treasury/4d7d1d0014948eefa7a2afe4/i-feel-in-love-with-harajuku

Harajuku Style Plushy Pink Sequin Bow Necklace by candeegurl
http://www.etsy.com/listing/59912128/harajuku-style-plushy-pink-sequin-bow?ref=tre-4d7d1d0014948eefa7a2afe4-4

To Japan, With Love

I just finished a treasury on Etsy inspired by the beauty and originality found in the Harajuku district of Tokyo, specifically Kawaii style. I thought you might like to see the image that influenced this collection. So I would like to share it with you.

courtesy of cosplay.com

Footnote to What Defines My Style, Part 3: A Touch of Femininity

I thought you might like to check out my new, ultra girlie treasury, Sugar & Spice

Girlie girl curly mulberry long crochet scarf by Ayca
http://www.etsy.com/listing/60495938/girlie-girl-curly-mulberry-long-crochet?ref=tre-4d708299cd396d91a0f43526-1

What Defines My Style: Part 3, A Touch of Femininity

My work has a touch of femininity.



Primitive Elegance Necklace by bdavissynergy



I interpret feminine style as clothing and accessories that have are simple and sophisticated, simultaneously. I define feminine specifically as something delicate by nature, soft, curvaceous and romantic.

My feminine color palette includes pastels and neutrals, mainily. But many darker colors could be combined with more neutral tones and be extremely feminine.

This week I'm doing something a little different by putting together two complete looks that appeal to me within the stated theme.

All of the items can be found on Etsy and



Maiden Winter Dress by flowersun

http://www.etsy.com/listing/61137260/maiden-winter-dress

I will include links and seller info so that you can access them easily. I hope that you find if helpful.

The first look begins with the Maiden Winter Dress in a rich, chocolate brown. I would finish the look with my own Primitive Elegance Necklace, a pair of vintage brown suede shoes from AmericanDuchess, and a pair of earrings by LAccent Nou.

I love the clean lines of the dress. The softness and complexities of jewelry picks contrast well with it. The shoes add a vintage sophistication and feminine edge to the outfit.



Tenderness Handmade Delicate Earrings on Sterling Silver
by LaAccentNou
http://www.etsy.com/listing/60593228/tenderness-handmade-delicate-earrings-on

Vintage 1930's Brown Suede Shoes by americanduchess
http://www.etsy.com/listing/62319795/sale-vintage-1930s-brown-suede-shoes



 Hanging up my Femininity a treasury by LAccentNou

This week, I am featuring a recent treasury by an amazing artisian in my circle on Etsy. You might have noticed that she also made the beautiful earrings featured in my first look. She is also a gifted treasury curator and by a stroke of coincidence made one that perfectly illustrates this week's topic. 

 http://www.etsy.com/treasury/4d5da093c9fa8eef6681a3b9/hanging-up-my-feminity#4d5dbbb2f47d8eefec4693a2

to be continued....

Footnote to What Defines My Style, Part 2: Romance

Here are a couple of treasuries that I thought would go well with my lastest blog.

Enjoy!

Amber Romance by bdavissynergy

http://www.etsy.com/treasury/4d4c11c4001c8eefab802a58/amber-romance?ref=pr_treasury

Copper Goddess by tillydesigns

http://www.etsy.com/treasury/4d5037b910a58eef9b63699c/copper-goddess#4d50b98eb2698eef0f10719e

What Defines My Style: Part 2, Romance

All of my work is romantic.



Je T'aime French Boho Blank Card (detail)


My personal definition of romantic would be anything that is reminescent of the concepts of love or adventure. Usually colors like white, ivory, lavender, pink, and red fall into this catagory. As well as the more cliche symbols of love; hearts and flowers, for example.


Amber-Colored Orchids, 2010



Personally, I would also include more subtle elements such as simplicity, femininity, nostalgia, whimsy, surrealism, adventure and exoticism. My creative language includes purple, black and brown among the colors of love and romance. Butterflies, modern botanicals, birds, stars and natural stone are among some of the romantic symbols that often appear in my work.



Amber Romance Necklace (detail)



Four attributes I imagine women who wear my jewelry would have?

• Independence
• Non-conformist
• Confidence
• Avant-garde

Once again, I would like to share some of my favorite listings on Etsy that fall into the catagory of romance.

Acorn Earrings Autumns Harvest by CuteAbility
http://www.etsy.com/listing/59235108/acorn-earrings-autumns-harvest

Eco Tattered French Vintage and Lace Wedding Dress, The Eco Bride by CreoleSha
http://www.etsy.com/listing/66152497/eco-tattered-french-vintage-and-lace