Amy Freeland, of Copper Diem fame, is truly a generous soul. She makes and donates tons of jewelry to numerous organizations...and I like that. Well, this blog hop entails making 3 pair of earrings and donating them to Ears to You, whose mission is to provide earrings to lift the spirits of women undergoing chemotherapy for cancer. A fabulous idea!
The only requirements for the earrings (3-5 pairs for this hop) is that they be new, and lead and nickel-free. They welcome a variety of earrings, including silver, gold, hoops, dangles, pierced or clipped.
I have three craft shows this month. I have only done home shows in the past. My very first craft show is today (Saturday) and it has the weirdest hours - 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM, continuing at 6:00 PM - 8:30PM. It then continues tomorrow at 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM. I have had a serious set-back with a bulging disc in my back, which is pinching the nerves in my right leg (particularly my sciatica nerve), coupled with a flare-up of bursitis in my hip. My right leg is useless to me. I also just found out that I tore my meniscus in my left leg. Went to the orthopedic yesterday to get some shots and drugs...I hope I make it! Luckily, my sweet niece Sarah has agreed to help me tomorrow!
Anyhow, my point in boring you with my physical ailments is that my crazy schedule has only allowed me to make 3 pairs of earrings - but I guarantee, I will be sending Ears to You more earrings! Here they are:
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| I think these are my favorite! Gorgeous beads by OutWest (LOVE her beads!) Handmade sterling silver ear wires. |
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| These were so hard to photograph! They are much prettier hanging! Anyhow, really cool lamp work beads by Rachel Bishop of Puffafish - she calls the bead style "asteroids" - LOVE THEM! I added some pewter beads, silver bead caps, and handmade sterling silver ear wires. |
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| I love this style of earring - I banged on some 10 gauge Sterling wire to make a paddle shape, textured the remainder of the wire, punched a hole for the ear wires and added some very cool lamp work beads. I am normally so organized and can tell you the bead artist - but these were orphans from a full set used a long time ago, and I cannot remember her/his name (shame on me!) |
I already mailed my earrings and received the sweetest email from Ruth Crane of Ears to You. I sent my earrings as if they were a jewelry purchase:
Tip if you have not sent your earrings, or if you will send more in the future: Ears to You does not save the boxes - they hang the earrings on their own earring cards. So, save yourself the expense of using your pretty boxes!
Thank you so much for stopping by today! Your comments are so very much appreciated! Please be sure to visit the other participants for this most worthy cause! Due to my crazy schedule, I won't be able to visit all participants until Sunday night or Monday - but I will get to it, I promise!
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Patti, WOW, the earrings are stunning. You rock! Good to know about the boxes and thank you. My dear Patti I'm so sorry to hear about your pain. That Stinks! Best to you and all three craft shows. All will be well.
ReplyDeleteWhat fun! A blog hop on a mission! Love the earrings, OutWest beads and YOU!
ReplyDeleteHope you are feeling better soon. This was such a fun blog hop to do. Love the asteroids, such unusual beads. And I am so impressed that you wrangeled that 10 g wire into such a pretty paddle.
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry to hear about your back and knee problems! I hope you can get some relief. Your earrings are beautiful! I love the first pair especially, but the other two are great, too. I hope the show goes well today and that you're not in too much pain.
ReplyDeleteThose are beautiful. I love the wire work!
ReplyDeletePatti, these are all gorgeous! I am particularly drawn to the first pair...very earthy and beautiful. The last pair looks like they have good solid swing.
ReplyDeleteI will be sending healing vibes your way. I hope you feel better soon and get some relief.
They're all so beautiful, Patti~ well done!
ReplyDeletePatti your earrings are gorgeous! Any woman would be proud to wear them and I know the women will adore them. What a great cause!
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful earrings - I'm sure they are going to be treasured by the women who receive them. Best of luck at your first craft show - sending healing wishing your way!
ReplyDeleteSo sorry about your back, and crossing my fingers that the shows go well! I love your description, 'banged on some wire'! You made some truly beautiful earrings, and thank you for posting the link for the asteroid beads.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful earrings and I really hope that you get to feeling better really soon. I often have terrible back pain so I can relate.
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It is a shame that they won't receive them in the pretty packages you sent! I hope your ailments improve! Gorgeous earrings!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty. I hope the show goes well this weekend and that the pain is gone enough for you to at least enjoy the show. Would say gone all together but I know it does not go away over night.
ReplyDeleteSomeone is going to be very very lucky when they get these! I have back and joint issues, too and it affects my jewelry making. Hope you feel better soon!
ReplyDeleteOh good on you Patti! Already out in the mail! So sorry to hear about your back, and hope you are feeling better very soon. What a sweet niece to help you!
ReplyDeleteReally like what you've created with these ... I'm loving the 'paddles' going to have to give that a try!
It is a shame that they don't let them see that pretty packaging. Your earrings are beautiful..sure to put a big smile on some lovely brave ladies.
ReplyDeleteGreat earrings, Patti and good to know about the packaging! So glad you could participate with all that you have going on. I don't think I would have been able to handle all that and donate on top of it. You are amazing!
ReplyDeleteI love those metal rod ones. I may have to try that style myself. A great way to show off some pretty lampwork.
ReplyDeleteGreat Work for a Great Cause!
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All of these are very lovely and the recipients will be delighted, encouraged and cheered by your talent and generosity! I especially love the third pair. Hope your shows are all big successes!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful earrings!
ReplyDeleteGreat earrings - I loooove that last set. I hope you are feeling bettr soon and your craft fair goes well :-)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful earrings Patti!! I love your packaging too! The women who receive these are going to love them!!!
ReplyDeleteGood luck with your shows!
Patti, so nice of you to participate in the hop - you are a generous soul just like Amy! Your earrings are beautiful & I especially like the last pair using the heavy wire. 10 gauge? Wow, I don't think I have anything that thick! I know they will all be appreciated immensely.
ReplyDeleteRight now you must be wrapping up at your craft show. I hope it all went well - and you can come home, relax, and enjoy the rest of your weekend! :-)
Those earrings are so fantastic! I especially love that top pair. Gorgeous work! Thanks so much for being a part of the hop!
ReplyDeleteReally like the style of the 3rd earrings - the paddles really make them look modern. So fresh.
ReplyDeletePatti,
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry about your back and your knee... Gosh, you must be in so much pain... I hope your shows go well for you! I love your earring designs. The paddle design is super cool. Thanks so much for the tip on saving on the packaging, your package design is adorable!
I hope you feel better quickly! Thanks for commenting on my blog! :) Have a great show! Kris
Beautiful earrings! Those are going to bring some smiles! xo
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear you've been unwell Patti - thought you'd been a little quiet of late...hope you an get things sorted soon. The earringsare lovely, especially the Outwest pair - such lovely colours. Hope the show went well.
ReplyDeleteThese are gorgeous, and she IS an awesome person!
ReplyDeleteAloha,
ReplyDeleteStopping by to say "hi" and to follow you here. AND... to invite you to join me for An ALOHA Affair. It's a truly unique chance to share your beautiful work with other bloggers and creative souls who are interested in growing in meaningful ways. 'hope to see ya soon.
Cheers,
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