On April 1st, the Spring issue of Jewelry Affaire will be available through Stampington.
And published inside you’ll find my article, “Offerings from the Sea.”
These charms were created using shimmery shells that Brook and I collected from the shores of Nantucket last April.
Wearing these necklaces always reminds me of our mother/daughter time together.
Last weekend our family escaped to our Maine place for some beach fun. We haven’t been there since mid-December so this outing felt extra special. The beauty of this place always takes my breath away.
It was a very cold and windy day and I had to bundle up…
…but this did not distract me from hunting down these two gifts from the beach. I love the contrast between the delicate-airiness of the feather against the solid and grounded feeling of the driftwood. I’m considering using these pieces to create a bracelet for Brook.
Tomorrow our darling girl Brook turns 13! Bill and I can’t believe how quickly our little treasure is growing up. Reaching this milestone reminds me of the importance of pressing the pause button often, to let ourselves “be” in the moment and experience true “joy.”
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Congratulations on being published. How better to showcase your beautiful jewelry. Looking forward to seeing the new bracelet encompassing this feather and driftwood. Happy Beachcombing…
March 22nd, 2011
all the best wishes to Brook. i often think about how my little one is growing so fast and therefore want to truly enjoy every moment.
i’ll make sure to check out your necklaces in the upcoming issue.
March 22nd, 2011
Happy Birthday to Brook! Wow, that is a big one. Enjoy every moment. Love the jewelry more knowing it reminds you of mother and daughter time. So sweet.
March 22nd, 2011
Yes, pause whenever and wherever you can – our bundle of joy will be 26 this year – yikes!
Your jewellery is beautiful and I am looking forward to seeing it in the new issue. I love the metal word tags you made – very, very nice.
March 22nd, 2011
what a lovely way to spend time with your family. at a retreat. water is so alive. especially the ocean. happy birthday Brook. hope the day is extra special. it’s rainy/sleety here. hope your weather is better. i like your necklaces.
you inspired me to make a cuff the other day. it was fun. thanks so much for the inspiration.
enjoy your week.
March 23rd, 2011
Beautiful jewelry pieces! I can’t wait to see your driftwood piece!
March 23rd, 2011
I love this post and how you drew the magic in from your special place in Maine and your bond with Brook. When I think of my favorite spot, it is a place where heaven kisses the sea and hugs the shore; a place of calm n’ strength, that remains, but is ever changing. It is like this with our children, a daily treasure hunt of connecting, discovering and sharing their new passions and focus. You and Brook will always share this special spot, where memories mix with magic. (my children n’ I do). I hope Brook has an extraordinary birthday one marked with lovely memories and stirred with enchanted charm.
March 23rd, 2011
What a beautiful way to combine the beach treasures & wonderful memories in your jewelry . I love how you’ve layered the various textures (shells, metal, beads) making each unique.
Sending Happy Birthday Wishes to Brook ♥
March 23rd, 2011
Oh,Becky, Queen of Serene,
These are lovely. I can’t wait to see the issue!
Brook is so beautiful! I am so glad you have wonderful shared times!
Hugs,
Suz
March 24th, 2011
Happy be-lated birthday wishes to your daughter. My daughter turned 10 on Tuesday (22nd), and I can really relate in the desire to just ‘press pause’ once in awhile.
Did you end up making her a bracelet?? I hope you share a picture with us if you did. 😉
March 24th, 2011
Shannon, it turns out that the driftwood piece was too chunky for a bracelet so I made Brook a necklace charm instead…thanks for asking. I’ll post a photo soon.
March 25th, 2011
Happy Birthday to Brook…It is wonderful you share special times together. They grow so fast and it is important to enjoy moments at every age. Your offerings from the sea are so beautiful. I love the simplicity of your pieces yet the emotions they evoke are far from simple.
March 25th, 2011
your jewelry pieces are absolutely exquisite…….simplicity and elegance at its best. have fun celebrating your sweet girl’s big day……happy birthday to brook!! xox
March 25th, 2011
Becky, cold or not, the beach is always special, isn’t it! And your jewelry is so sweet. Seaside treasures to wear anytime with memories attached!
Hugs,
Diane
March 26th, 2011
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