babies are more trouble than you thought… hah.

I was motivated to work on hairbands this week! Mainly because a certain little girl managed to break my 20 odd year old hairband to pieces. No more plastic pieces for her!

So, because I can, I got to work on a couple of new ones. On metal frames. Pretty happy with the results.

Except the model wasn’t quite cooperative. *sigh* cue memory on first line of the post. More proper shots of the hairband when I can get a better model or at least this one in a GOOD mood.

Today, I had this irritating bee in my bonnet that just refused to leave. So I finally got to work to edit the shop banner. I totally love the new font but apparently, not everyone does. And I must admit, it’s not easy to read. Definitely not the best thing you’d want in a banner.

So I swallowed up my sadness and clicked ‘delete’. Sigh. But the banner has been changed from an old pair of gorgeous carnelian earrings (that have long since sold) to that of the dreamy rose rose gold vermeil. Ahhh… bliss. It has been a long time coming really. You really don’t know how many emails  / convos I field with regards to the earrings (can you remake them / are they still available…).

Hop on over to the shop to sneak a peek at which of the remaining two was finally chosen.

More work… Editing images to be ‘web ready’. A couple of new items listed.

A peek into my stash (part thereof).

And my very pink packing station. (just FYI, I DO have a pair of pink scissors!)

Upcoming… I hope to list this amazing something blue piece later. It’s been sitting here for the longest time. Totally drool-able in reality.

So… I’d see you again next week. Over and out.

Spent the weekend tinkering around with Swarovski crystals. Some experimental and some for a custom order. All I can say, boy, do the folks behind Swarovski really know what they are doing! A lot of dazzle for something still friendly on the pocket. Shimmer, shine, dazzle your way through dreary days.

My current hot faves are these simple studs. Simple, elegant pieces that are great for everyday wear. They are pocket-friendly and great as stocking stuffers, best friends’ gifts and / or wedding entourages. These round studs are currently available in the above colours but are customisable in just about every shade imaginable. Great fun!

Aren’t these the sweetest stars? *swoons*

Now available in store.

Been a while I know. A full month in fact. Since we last ‘met’, we celebrated CNY, I started on yet another photo a day competition (the instagram one! pretty awesome stuff) and of course, we have been busy crafting new items. The shop has taken on a dreamy mood with pearls and Swarovski bling. Quite the impression I have of Sparkle Thots.

But besides that, we have gotten our hands busy too. The son is down with fever so we crafted. Paper roses, ruffled hearts. Very ‘Valentine’. And for those who are interested, hopefully the pictures help. Pretty simple. Just time-consuming. The perfect thing to keep the kids at bay. Hah.

** What you’d need :- any 6 petaled flower, craft white glue, floral tape (the sticky green ones), chopsticks or dowels

• Step 1 : Cut or punch out at least 3 flowers for each flower. (I used 5. Basically the more you use, the fuller the flower will be)
• Step 2 : Fold each flower in half (3 times) so that you get each petal nicely sectioned out
• Step 3 : Cut a split in 1, a petal out of another and 2 petals out of the last (for my 5 piece I did 2, 2 and 1). Keep the cut outs aside
• Step 4 : Glue the flowers together
• Step 5 : Notch the points off the smaller ‘blooms’. Nestle them, one in each other, glue in place
• Step 6 : Curl the petals to form the bud, notch the tips and glue in place
• Step 7 : Skewer the chopstick through the centre of the blooms and tap down with floral tape

Hope it makes sense. If not, ask away!

Till next time… (hopefully sooner than last!)

** for a limited time, packages are shipping out either in a lovely maroon red pouch or tied with a reddish pink bow. Sweet

Edit to add :- here’s how they look bunched together! A cost free upcycled project. Use old magazines, newspapers (unwanted books) or papers for the flowers. ‘Vase’ is an old reed diffuser that’s emptied out.

Have you gotten used to the fact that it is already 2012? I haven’t. Well, in a way I have. The days have whizzed by, longer than ever and packed to the brim. The children are somewhat settled in school and have fallen into a routine of rousing early and sleeping slightly earlier. School is still pretty much a hit and miss around here. We have our good days and bad. But then, that’s life.

I’ve managed to sneak some time for a couple of new items. Pieces that are perfect for Valentine’s. Yes, it is coming! Do get your orders in early to accommodate the public holidays and postal rush. We definitely do not want to disappoint anyone.

Do drop by the shop soon! More goodies are coming!

Clockwise from top right :-

1. Leaf Your Mark in Time **
2. Montana ~ Something Blue
3. Lofty Ambitions **
4. Always There For You **

** These items are personalisable! Perfect for letting that special someone know just how treasured they are.

Blessed Christmas everyone!

Things have been quieter around here since Christmas rolled along. We have been enjoying the time off work and spending it with family. We have feasted and feasted and feasted. I think we are just about done with celebrations. We have got a whole series of gatherings lined up till the new year and have been enjoying each session with relish. Always good to meet with old friends (and new).

We’ve also been prepping for a whole new series to launch come January (*gulp* just a couple more days!). We have acquired a new metal stamp set and are totally in love with the whimsical font! I’ve been stamping anything and everything. And must say, I am rather pleased with the results.

Lil charmers of dainty clouds in both silver and gold plating are coming your way. Great as a personalised add-on tag or match it with other pendant drops. Great fun. A lovely personalised touch that’s awesome for Valentine’s, anniversaries or birthdays, heck, all year round.

Meantime, the shop‘s still open. We hope to see you again soon.

We’re going places! Year end holidays abound in December. All the sights to see, the sounds to hear! Don’t miss blink and miss a tiny weeny bit of all the action.

Christmas Cheer 2011 includes a petite pair of the cutest sort. Mismatched earstuds of a baby blue airplane and a teeny cloud, go places and enjoy. Airplane measures a length of 15MM and cloud, 7MM. The cutest studs perhaps? These come with goldplated clutchbacks for a secure fit. Very limited pieces available. Retails at $12.50.

Also up for grabs, yachts dangling from diamante earstuds. Set sail for a cruise to nowhere with the wind in your hair. A drop of approximately 22MM. These come with plastic rubber stoppers for a secure fit. Retails at $13.50.

 

Design Choice

Baby Blue Airplane $12.50 SGD Set Sail $13.50 SGD

** Price quoted is in SGD. Includes free normal postage to anywhere in the world. Items come packed in a cloth pouch with bubble wrap for protection in transit.

Check out the other Christmas Cheer 2011 curated offerings:-

• Diamante Bling (selling fast!)
• Let It Snow (Silver selling fast!)

A special piece, launched for our Christmas Deals special. Limited pairs on offer. Get them whilst stocks last.

Made with elegant silver night hued Swarovski Baroque crystals, this pair is quite the thing to round up your dinner date outfit. With just the right touch of glam, and on a easy to manage budget, it’d keep you company for many special occasions. Great to outfit your bridal party with, and is definitely something that will last beyond that special day.

All findings used are goldplated. Elements are by Swarovski. Measures a drop of approximately 22MM.

Usual Price : SGD 22
Sale Price : SGD 16, including postage

** All Christmas deals will come shipped and ready for gifting. If you’d like to have your packages shipped via registered post, drop us an email or leave us a comment on the sale post and we’d invoice you separately.

** Limited quantities available. Only applicable for items purchased through our blog.

** Random timings. Check back often or subscribe to our Twitter feed to be updated of new releases.

Christmas Deals 2011

1. Rockabye Baby — On A Horse — sold out!
2. A Sentimental Note
3. Almond Blush selling fast
4. Entwined — Bound Together
5. Home For Christmas selling fast
6. Pine v2
7. Feye — Fairy Princess for a Day
8. Guiding Star
9. Opulence selling fast
10. Doves in Love sold out
    
11. The Tree sold out
12. In Search of Freedom
13. Always Walk in Sunshine sold out
    
14. Disco Goodies selling fast
15. Stargazing
16. Sparkly Nights

A classic, this pair of earrings, makes for a delightful accessory for almost any outfit.

Goldplated stars are strung on earhooks for a total drop of approximately 45MM (from the bend of the earhooks). Fun, lightweight and chic.

Usual Price : SGD 22.50
Sale Price : SGD 16, including postage

** All Christmas deals will come shipped and ready for gifting. If you’d like to have your packages shipped via registered post, drop us an email or leave us a comment on the sale post and we’d invoice you separately.

** Limited quantities available. Only applicable for items purchased through our blog.

** Random timings. Check back often or subscribe to our Twitter feed to be updated of new releases.

Christmas Deals 2011

1. Rockabye Baby — On A Horse — sold out!
2. A Sentimental Note
3. Almond Blush selling fast
4. Entwined — Bound Together
5. Home For Christmas selling fast
6. Pine v2
7. Feye — Fairy Princess for a Day
8. Guiding Star
9. Opulence selling fast
10. Doves in Love sold out
    
11. The Tree sold out
12. In Search of Freedom
13. Always Walk in Sunshine selling fast
14. Disco Goodies selling fast
15. Stargazing

An all new piece, just for the season.

Gold sandstone with all its sparkly bits is quite a sight to behold. Dazzling flecks set against an earthy brown, it is truly a lovely piece. A staple for your wardrobe, it helps to cinch the look. Turn your dreary day around with these.

All findings used are goldplated. Faceted gold sandstone round dangles off dainty earhooks for a drop of approximately 24MM.

Quite the perfect stocking stuffer I would say.

Usual Price : SGD 20.95
Sale Price : SGD 15.50, including postage

** All Christmas deals will come shipped and ready for gifting. If you’d like to have your packages shipped via registered post, drop us an email or leave us a comment on the sale post and we’d invoice you separately.

** Limited quantities available. Only applicable for items purchased through our blog.

** Random timings. Check back often or subscribe to our Twitter feed to be updated of new releases.

Christmas Deals 2011

1. Rockabye Baby — On A Horse — sold out!
2. A Sentimental Note
3. Almond Blush selling fast
4. Entwined — Bound Together
5. Home For Christmas selling fast
6. Pine v2
7. Feye — Fairy Princess for a Day
8. Guiding Star
9. Opulence
10. Doves in Love sold out
    
11. The Tree last piece!
12. In Search of Freedom
13. Always Walk in Sunshine selling fast
14. Disco Goodies