A Memory for a Lifetime!

 Ladies check out this fabulous idea from the Daily Basics Blog. I just  had to share it with you!

Bridal  Bouquets and Boutonnieres

A Memory for a Lifetime

Who would have thunk that all those odd pieces of costume jewelry stuck away in the attic could become the memory of a lifetime for the bride in your family.   Could passing this down from bride to bride start a family tradition?  Yup, wouldn’t that be totally cool?
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Designer, Amanda Heer, who uses vintage costume jewelry to create wedding bouquets, is your go-to-gal to create your new family tradition.

It all began one week-end ten years ago when everyone was wearing studded hairpins of every shape and design
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The idea is simple:  The bride sends old jewelry or vintage pieces that are suppose to represent the times of her life such as old watches that no longer work, old girl scout pins, hair clips, your Mom’s pins from High School -  you name it, to Amanda.   If a bride doesn’t have any old vintage jewelry, she can ask her family and friends to hit the flea markets, ebay and vintage stores to choose pieces they feel best describes her.  They could be virtually anything.  When the pieces are all collected and sent to Amanda, she  weaves them together to include the bride’s colors, wedding style and theme.  On the day of, even fresh flowers can be interspersed amongst the jewels.

 I think it's awesome to be able to make something so beautiful out of unworn jewelry!

What do you think ladies ? Share your comments !

The Advantages of wearing Costume Jewelry

Hello everyone, I hope you missed me, I sure missed you.  Where was I?  Ok,  I was doing a little research into what are some real advantages to wearing Costume Jewelry because you know I really love it and  I came across this article on My Jewelry Place website and it actually won my approval. So now I'm putting the questions out there to you.  Do you agree? Do you have any additonal advantages.  Let me know. The best advice or comment  will win a free charm braclet in the mail.  All entries must be posted on comments no later than August 31, 2011! So here goes

What are the advantages of wearing costume jewels?

• Cost is cheap – from a few dollars to several hundreds usually.
• If you lose or damage it, you won’t get any pang of regret since they are really not very expensive.
• There are so many styles to choose from.

• Collecting them is fun and not very pricey.
• There are a lot of themes related to any type of personality or hobby like animals, insects, flowers, special occasions, or even sports.
• You can have one set for every special outfit if you want to.
• You can add variety to your wardrobe without spending so much.

Thanks and remember Dare to be Diva!

Rejuvenate Your Closet

Hey Ladies ,

I often feel like a need a new outfit or new shoes to spice up my wardrobe but I recently found this article on Womenetrics and it made a lot of sense to me so I'm posting it to see if it helps you. You know, as much as we would like to we can't always buy a new outfit but we can :Rejuvenate our Closet!
Here's the Article, hope you like it : Rejuvenate your closet: Breathe new life into your closet with costume jewelry. You can utilize jewelry to revive your wardrobe’s tried-and- true favorites. Instead of buying a few new shirts to get out of your fashion rut, purchase unique neck art. An eye-catching necklace – like strands of vibrant turquoise stones or a bib necklace with chunky baubles – will add interest to everything from a basic t-shirt to a neutral blouse to a LBD. That one piece of jewelry can be worn with a plethora of outfits rather than just a few times like a shirt. You’ll get bang for your buck.
Feel free to comment, am I the only one who liked this!

Clip on Earrings

Hey ladies,

I myself love clip on earrings I know sometimes they can be painful but they are absolutely beautiful. I found this article on Fashion Jewelry Blog and wanted to share it with you!

Clip on earrings that have a little sparkle and shine are the perfect accessory for nights out on the town or special events. It's easy to find a pair that will compliment the color and detail of your dress. Or, for something for more modern, try clip earrings in black rhinestones or black pearls.

If you have a colored dress you'd like to wear, focus on the setting of the clip on earrings. For example, if your cocktail dress is in the hue of purple or pink, add clip-on earrings with a silver setting for contrast. If your cocktail dress is in green or blue, add clip-on earrings in gold for a rich look that absolutely will not fail.

Since this season is all about mixing and matching, don't be afraid to wear girly clip on earrings with tougher fabrics like leather or suede. This contrast creates interest and is a welcome take on vintage inspired accessories. Try drop earrings or chandeliers clip on earrings for true romantic appeal.

Glittering and making it Pop!

There is nothing like your beautiful pieces displaying its glitter or pop so be sure to keep  your costume jewelry pieces  clean ladies!

The Cleaning Process Begins!

Ok Ladies,

So now we begin the cleaning process of our Costume Jewelry.  First, we begin by finding a well-lit area to work in and gather all your supplies that were metioned in one ofour previous posting. We then pour a small amount of cleaning solution into a small dish. Dip the soft bristled brush in to the cleaning solution and carefully scrub away any dirt from the jewelry. Do not soak the piece in the solution as it can weaken the adhesives and bonds. Carefully scrub the folds and bends in the pieces as dirt often gets trapped there. I suggest you use a wooden toothpick to remove any residue that cannot be reached with the brush. Next rinse carefully with clean water. Lastly  is the drying method.  Dry quickly and thoroughly. You may want to lay the piece on a soft cloth and dry it with the hairdryer on a cool air setting.
Return your piece to its storage in a dry place separate from other jewelry

Tips and Warnings!

Keeping  your costume jewelry pieces separated in a jewelry box so they don't hit one another is a good idea.  I strongly suggest a re-sealable plastic or satin bag.

Are Headbands for You ?

If you are new to the headband bandwagon, and you still think that they are too bold, you can start off with basic headbands. They are the ones which come in neutral colors like shades of white, black, gray and brown. It’s easy to wear them with ANY dress code. For example, a simple black headband could go well with casual wear, business casual, smart casual, beach wear, sports wear and utility wear. For the dressier events, a satin gray headband also looks great. (Yes, even with pearls.)

(TJ)

Tips and Warnings!

Keep a piece of chalk in your jewelry box  to prevent both tarnishing and absorption of excess moisture. You'll be surprised how the chalk evaporates!