Do It Yo’self: The Great Necklace Exchange of 2011

Posted: January 10th, 2012 | Author: | Filed under: Do It Yo'self | Tags: , , , , , , , , , | 7 Comments »

handmade tassel necklace

This past December I had the fun opportunity to sign up for the Great Necklace Exchange of 2011, hosted by Janette of Fashion Loves People. In short, this exchange consisted of making a necklace for a stranger and receiving a handmade necklace from a different stranger. I was a little intimidated at first–not knowing if I could make a necklace that I would be proud to share with someone I didn’t know–but I needed some motivation to get crafty. Without too much thought, I signed up and let the journey begin!

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Daily Pretties: Color Bomb

Posted: March 3rd, 2010 | Author: | Filed under: Daily Pretties | Tags: , , , , , , , , , | No Comments »

Nothing like an explosion of color to wake you up, eh?  Like the toothpaste for kids that’s bright blue or green.  I need some of that.  Too bad coffee doesn’t come in bright colors.  That’s how I’d like to start my day.  With a bright purple cup of caffeine!  I think I’m on to something here.  Excuse me while I write a letter to Starbucks…

mixed media art by Erica Wells and photography by Lotte van Raalte

{ 20-21 by Erica Wells }  { Untitled by Lotte van Raalte }