Graduate April 2014

I did it, I saw it through and complete my BS-Psychology degree.  I am so glad I chose this subject as it has much to do with human existence.  We are all alike but so different at the same time.  In my designing and other crafty projects I find that it is not only therapeutic for me, but also my degree applies itself to my creations.

I do not know where I will end up using my degree, however I am seeking something where I can utilize my experience and creative side.  

               ETSY & Luulla                       

Ok I wasn't going to, but I did.  I have all new items on my regular Luulla site as well as a few things on Etsy.  Etsy I am careful with, seeing as though posting 100 items is very time consuming to create a presence there.  So I just posted a few new items to spread myself out a bit.  We will see if anything comes of that.  I also update the www.zombiegoreme.com site.

http://www.luulla.com/store/happigirljewelry

https://www.etsy.com/shop/happigirlgifts 

"Shot Gun Shell Pendant"

Ok, finally had time to take these photos.  I had fun last night making more bullet key chains and now have a good variety of about 20 or so ready to sell.  I think that with this there is lots of room to grow.  On this particular 12 gauge shell I used genuine Swarovski crystals and in the sunlight they shine like diamonds.  Great accent piece for outdoor woman or hip country chic.  I little attitude and glamour at the same time with one piece of jewelry.

This as well as other items are currently for sale in my shop, take a look.

http://www.luulla.com/store/happigirljewelry 

"My customized conceal carry purse"

This the leather concealed purse my dad bought me for Christmas.  It was plain like so many of them are.  So I decided to bling up a little.  I used genuine Swarovski crystals to add just a little.  This is a smaller purse with a heavy duty shoulder strap.  This is a perfect purse to take with you to the store our outing.  The key chain was the first one I had made also and I just attached it to my zipper.

Check out some of my new key chains on my site.

http://www.luulla.com/store/happigirljewelry 

http://www.shirleystudioart.com/


This is my moms long awaited website.  Take a look!

"Bullet Bling Key Chains"

Here you go! 

 This has been my new angle on how to recycle used shell casings.  I got lucky when my dad had a small bucket stowed away in his old shop.  With that treasure find, I was all set to begin my new love.  These are the first ones to be made, and all with genuine Swarovski crystals.  Swarovski is the highest quality crystal you can buy, and shines like diamonds. 

 So keep in mind ladies if you are looking for something unique or if someone you know has everything, these make a great gift.  I will be posting these to my Luulla site next week and they will vary in price.  

On a recent mini vacation back home to Southern Nevada I made my first quilt start to finish.  This was not to be anything fancy, just something to test out the process.  This quilt was sewn on a Juki long arm and took just a little over an hour.  After this came the finished trim, which was also easy.  I can see why some get into making quilts this way.  They not only are made to last a lifetime, but always make a nice gift.  I have three more to make, and then maybe will do a few baby quilts just to have on hand.  This quilt here is a lap quilt, which is a bit smaller than a twin size.

While there we enjoyed the sunny, warm, and dry weather.  With exception of a few windy days it was perfect.  Another fun thing I am venturing into is key chains.  I think I mentioned before that I am really getting into bling.  Not "TO MUCH", just enough to enhance things.  Recycling clothing and adding bling is a lot of fun for me and I may post things for sale soon.  I am still considering my own website as my mom is starting her own as well www.shirleystudioart.com .  It is still under construction, but I hope it is up by summer.  I plan on having many man and women gifts made with shell casings soon.  My dad set me up real good with shell casings during our visit.  They will make great gifts for that person who THINKS they have everything.