By Erin Jane on May 20, 2013
As my due date gets closer, I’m going to slow down a bit in my studio, so I thought I’d post a best guess for how the next couple months are going to go…
- If you are interested in custom items (things that AREN’T in my shop), please touch base THIS WEEK. I won’t be taking on new custom work after Friday, May 24th. So, touch base soon for those special wedding and engagement rings, etc!
- May 31 I’m going to start taking down made to order items in my shop, so get orders in before then! But, I’ve been cleaning up my studio and have a bunch of in stock items that I’ll be posting throughout June (and maybe even some SALE items!)
- Baby Girl Staples is due July 5th, so I’ll be in full time baby land and my shop will be closed July and August for sure and will keep you up to date here and on Facebook with info on when I’ll make a comeback : ).
In the meantime, I’m busy working, so you know how and where to find me!
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By Erin Jane on April 16, 2013
As promised, JEWELRY! Finally! I haven’t posted any new jewelry here on my blog for a couple (few?, several??!) months, so I thought I’d play a little catch up and post a bunch of things that may or may not be new to you. All available in My Shop.
Now, the following I just added to my shop today, so they are definitely NEW!
I had a special request for a twig band, so I set out to have my first pieces cast from actual twigs. Pretty exciting. It’s always exciting to have a new technique to be able to add to my bag of tricks. I’m still not carving in wax, but this is still a great start. Look for more coming soon. I have some 14k gold bands like this one and some others coming soon!
Aquamarine Twig Ring with 14k Rose Gold Setting and Sterling Band
Modern Sterling Teardrop Earrings with Unique Texture
Shimmer Cuff in Gold
Rhodolite Garnet Checkerboard Cushion Ring in Sterling Silver
White Sapphire and Recycled 14k Gold Studs
Sterling Silver Bar Ring with Colombian Emerald
Last, but not least, a quick bump update. 12 more weeks and counting!
Posted in Getting Personal, New Jewels
By Erin Jane on April 10, 2013
I thought I’d take some time to pat myself on the back. I have to say I feel a little weird about it, but I’m really proud of both of these features and just wanted to share my excitement.
I received a beautiful book in the mail last week. I had heard that my work was on the cover of this absolutely beautifully done book by Melissa Hunt. But, it was such a pleasure to get my hands on it to see what was inside. Not only does it feature the beautiful work of some incredible independent artists, but the step by step instructions and illustrations are so well done. I’m really honored to have some of my work featured on the front as well as inside.
My second piece of news is an interview done by The Upcoming. It was so much fun and you can read the interview here.
I’ve been doing a good amount of designing these last couple months. I will have a great big jewelry update next week. Lots of fun and jew things to share! Maybe an updated belly shot too. I’ll finally be in my third trimester in a few days. Phew! The final stretch. Ugh. Literally.
Posted in Announcing...!, Recent Press
By Erin Jane on February 25, 2013
Wow! What a crazy last few months! The holidays are a blur. I spent most of my time either making jewelry or crashing (quite literally) on the couch for hours at a time. We are PREGNANT! And, boy oh boy was I sick. For months. I’m 5 months along now and due July 5th.
I’m feeling better now, so making plans for some more serious time in the studio before our little girl (yay!) arrives. My mind has for the most part been elsewhere, but inspiration is striking, especially since my annual trip to Tucson to gem shop earlier this month. I found so many fun things : ). I do hope to be sharing new designs in the near future. It feels good to be back. I won’t be so long next time…
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By Erin Jane on November 1, 2012
Hello! I hope everyone had a great Halloween. But, enough of that. Now, it’s time for more festive holiday celebrating and best of all, shopping.
My Holiday Sale is going on now until November 8th and everything is 20% off in my shop. Just enter the coupon code “HOLIDAY20″ when you check out! Get Shopping!
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By Erin Jane on October 29, 2012
Well, goodness. It’s been a while. The last couple months have been a bit busy around here. I took 2 (that’s right, 2) vacations right in a row – Italy and Hawaii. An awfully fun end to the summer and beginning of fall. And, I feel so very spoiled. But, now it’s back to the grind, the holidays are just around the corner and I’m ready for it all! In between my vacationing, I did find time for several new designs. You can see all the new goodies in my shop! And, I’ll be back with more and won’t be such a stranger…
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By Erin Jane on August 14, 2012
We spent a lovely week in Minnesota earlier this month. I grew up there and we try to make it up there every year. We usually spend some time in my hometown – Duluth.
Tromping around in the woods…
Playing tourist in Canal Park and Park Point…
But, the really special part of the trip is to get up to the cabin on the Gunflint Trail. It’s a huge part of my childhood and the visit is never for quite long enough. One day I’ll get up there for a couple weeks. No electricity, phones, TV, internet… Ahhhh, peace and quiet! And, it’s just one of my most favorite places ever.
Lots of time sitting on the dock…
Maybe doing some of this…
Did I mention sitting on the dock? Morning, noon and night. Never get tired of it.
And, who could resist feeding these little guys?! Beware, they are total pigs, but so dang cute.
And other very “Minnesotan” sights and activities….
I’m already excited for next year.
Oh, and I have a few more new jewelry items to share soon – so stay tuned.
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By Erin Jane on July 16, 2012
Hope you had a great weekend! I sure did. We went camping with a bunch of friends. OK, so there was lighting, thunder and crazy downpours, but still so much fun!
I thought I’d share some new designs from the last month or so. Some of this is available in the shop and the last few are a couple custom items. Click the titles to head to my shop for details…
Turquoise Ring in 14k Gold and Sterling
Silver Rose Cut Diamond Ring with White Sapphire Accent in 14k Gold
Recycled 14k Gold Post Earrings
Rose Cut Pink Sapphire Ring with White Sapphire Accents in 14k Gold and Sterling
Ombre Earrings with White Moonstone and Chrysoprase
Faceted London Blue Topaz and White Sapphire Ring in Sterling
Labradorite Ring in 14k Gold and Sterling
Custom Wedding Set in 14k Gold – Morganite Engagement Ring and Green Sapphire Wedding Band
Agate Ring with 14k Gold and Sterling
5 stone White Sapphire Wedding Band in 14k Gold
Posted in New Jewels
By Erin Jane on July 10, 2012
I love summer! And, it’s been a busy one so far! Lots of socializing, exploring, gardening, eating, cooking and working. So, the usual…except the socializing : ). These hermits are out of their shells when the sun comes out.
So, a little exploring…
For you local dog lovers, we went to Whidbey Island and visited the most AMAZING off leash dog park. It’s called Double Bluff Beach and there are miles of beach front that your dogs can go nuts on. We all highly recommend it. This is what pure joy looks like…
Kyra had fun too. She prefers to take her time and really appreciate all the wonders of nature around her. And then roll in it.
Cooking and eating…
Strawberry jam. So good. I’d eat it on paper.
Eating outside on the deck is one of my favorite things about summer. Every night we can. So fun to find new things to stick on the grill.
Gardening…
The whole garden is quite lovely right now. All the beautiful nasturtiums. The squash blossoms, basil, beans, peas. Ahhh. The colors and smells are just wonderful.
Oh, and this is Lulu eating a log. Total random cuteness for you. You are welcome.
And, socializing. I feel weird posting photos of people other than myself, so this terrible photo of fireworks will have to do. But we celebrated the 4th with great friends and it was such a great day.
And, finally, working!
I have some new items to share and some custom to show off soon so stay tuned! Wedding season. Phew. It’s a busy one.
Posted in Getting Personal, Grow Your Food, The Studio
By Erin Jane on June 10, 2012
Ahhhh, life lately. It’s been fun, busy and quite sweet. Let’s cover some business first. There was the Giveaway Winner! Very exciting! A BIG congrats to Miss Heidi.
Then, my most favorite update Etsy has made for quite a while. Custom “About” pages for all shop owners. What a great job they did enabling us to tell our stories. Check mine out here.
And, of course, jewelry to share. One custom, the rest new for the shop.
I love this custom birthstone necklace. So subtle – kid’s initials on the back. Adore!
Then, there’s the garden. Lots of greens and goodies getting harvested. There’s another bumper crop of strawberries coming this year. I can’t wait! I finished my last jar of strawberry jam from last year a couple months ago, so I’m more than ready for more! It’s probably my favorite thing to grow.
I’m a little obsessed with green smoothies right now. My favorite is spinach, apple, mango and melon. Yum.
…and more signs of spring
And sweet pup faces.
Just one more… : )
All of this is making life pretty sweet. I’m sending some of it your way…
Posted in Contests, Getting Personal, Grow Your Food, New Jewels
