Aura

While exploring an unfamiliar bead shop recently, I came across a wonderful gemstone I had never seen before...Aura. It looks similar to dichroic glass, however it is actually a natural clear Crystal that has a permanent, transparent coating on its surface. It is created in a vacuum chamber from Quartz Crystals and gold vapor by a process known as vapor deposition. The exact process is a trade secret, but is said to be a combination of heat, pressure and exposure to vaporized pure gold. The gold atoms are permanently bonded to the Crystal's surface, which gives the Crystal its iridescent metallic sheen.
This Blue Quartz and Aura bracelet is my first piece using this gorgeous stone and I look forward to using it in more creations. Read more about this bracelet here. It is also the newest member of my new ENERGY bracelet section at my shop.

Vintage Religious Metal Necklace with Amethyst & Citrine

A mix of Amethyst and Citrine gemstones with matte gold and bronze glass seed beads form this delicate necklace that is 18 1/2" in length. The pendant is a vintage oval gold religious medal I brought back from a trip to Italy. It hangs along side a stack of faceted Amethyst and Citrine gemstones.The pendant is 3/4" at the widest point and 1 1/8" long. It closes at the neck with a gold lobster clasp.

My New Bangles are Featured in this Treasury for Mother's Day Gift Ideas

'On Fire for you Mom! Great Gift Ideas!' by madeformebyoaklie

Wonderful gift ideas for Mom on her special day! This treasury is featuring may talented artisans!

Garden Wreath - Purple... laurelsbylauri... $50.00	Teal Spotted Lampwork E... joanne79 $22.00	Butterfly tags, OOAK, A... JuliaPeculiar $12.00
Copper Cuff w/ edging, ... brokenwing2 $75.00	Stained glass 3-D, hang... DesignsStained... $42.00	Julie's Swap-A-Stra... gabsbags $50.00
Golden Bangle Bracelets... tuscanroad $28.00	Crochet Top Tank Halter... sebsurer $60.00	Beautiful Rose Wallet/W... moonflower20 $45.00
Zesty Lime Glass Square... gimmethatthing $9.25	Photograph of Spring Tu... maranderstudio... $25.00	Turquoise Flower Garden... dryan327 $22.95
Teardrop Fire Agate Wra... Jewelrybyjane2... $39.00	Bounty ...Light / Air /... Svetusha $108.00	Wrapped in Love Earring... sparrowsfood $68.00
SALE Lilac and Lavender... LostRiverRags $4.00

Treasury tool by Red Row Studio.

Boost My Blog Friday

For those of you new here, it's very simple.. the only rule is: no rules!! That's right!! This blog-hop is supposed to be a boost to our blogs.
So if you link back to Design It Chic, you will find a list of participating blogs to check out, follow and leave a comment. Have fun and share the love!

25 Creative and Cheap Ways to Promote & Spread the Word About Your Etsy Shop

I found this guest post by Pepsi's Musings interesting reading with a very useful list. Check out the full acticle here

"kisses Charm Necklace" gets featured

Rena Klingenberg's Jewelry Business Success newsletter featured my "Kisses Charm Necklace". Thank you Rena!

Vintage Spoon Pendant Necklace, Stamped Friendship, with Gemstones

Sure to please, this charming necklace is a recycled vintage spoon that has been hammered flat with the word "Friendship" stamped on the front. Next to it is a black & white fabric flower and hanging at the top of the spoon are two dangles of Black Onyx, Rose Quartz and Crystal. The 20"chain is a combination of silver filigree balls and tiny black tubes. It closes at the neck with a sterling lobster clasp and gemstone dangle.