Repurposed piece

Recycled materials + Quartz Crystal

$20

This combination is very dreamy to me.

I also like that the quartz resembles the shape of Africa.

October goodness!

Good morning from the stoop!! I had to blog this morning... I'm blessed with a cool, fall temperature and a large cup of Seaport... I even saw my pal Caroline drive by, she must be making a coffee pit stop. :)

Hello, October- you are just around the corner. You have much in store for me, looking forward to you. Things are going to be busy, busy next month. Busy feels good, like i'm doing something right.

There's this weekend in October-- yeah, it's going to kick so much ass. It goes like this...

It starts off Thursday, October 14th with The Merchant Soiree @ The Log On. Handmade goods, wine, & friends- perfect! This is a monthly traveling art sale... gypsy caravan, anyone? DAD- I think I found our next project, please!

Then... Friday marks the start of the Connect the Dots Fest #3, yall! Do you guys remember the magic that happened last fest? Here's a reminder brought to you by D clove. Tickets and lineup @ CtheDs.com

Saturday-- Come cure your rock and roll hangover with... MORE music and goods for sale @ the Old fair grounds off Gulf St. The Beaumont Art League hosts Bizarre Bazaar every year, always a good time. This buy, sell, trade event is not limited to handmade items... Finally, the chance to purge some vintage goodies that I've been holding on to!!

Wow. Brace yourself for an awesome weekend.

7.13.2010

A couple of new necklaces I've finished and snapped on my macbook. On the go. Good afternoon!

CASA/ Stellar Treasure

Liz, Holly, & Cam @ Calder Helping CASA

Good morning,

Lots of thoughts. Calder Helping CASA was a good experience. I learned a lot, helped raise money for a deserving cause. The heat was tough, but this was the only time we would be provided with a street closure, thanks Calder construction! I am hoping it can be an annual fundraiser and maybe next year the city will give us a permit for a road closure in the Spring. Thanks again to everyone that helped.

Now, I am focusing on developing Stellar Treasure, it's ideal because I can combine all of my main interests into one outlet. I get to do the creating, styling, and merchandising, which is what I want out of a job. Perfect! I am utilizing the remainder of the summer to build up my collection of goods. I will be using the blog as more of a log for my creative activities and methods.

Chelsey and Stellar Treasure tube.

Lucy put this photo in The Examiner for the follow up story, exciting!

Jewels of the sea

What do I possibly have in common with iconic sex symbols Rita Hayworth & Marilyn Monroe? Three words: Rose Marie Reid. This nautical beauty pictured above is a Rose Marie Reid original. RMR was an innovative swimsuit designer that ruled the fifties and early sixties. Rita & Marilyn both owned a Rose Marie suit, this boosted sales drastically. Rose was noted for designing a one piece suit without the use of buttons, she created suits to flatter every figure. Emilio Pucci even designed fabrics for some of RMR's suits in the sixties. After researching Rose Marie's labels, my suit is from the early 60's and it is in great shape! I plan to sell it online, if anyone is interested in buying it before it is listed, let me know! For further reading on Rose Marie, check out this informative bio out by Vintage Vixen.

SUMMER FEST SUMMER FEST!

It's a cloudy Saturday morning. I woke up to the sound of another tenet in the hall this morning. My first instinct was, oh my gosh what time is it- I've got to get ready for work!!? I came to and realized it's time for Summerfest!!!! Have I packed? No. I think a late start on packing will keep me travelin' light, a hard concept for me to grasp. I'm a fan of checklists, as some of you know, so as I'm recovering from last nights sangria outing I'm mapping it all out. Last year @ Summerfest, I made the decision to wear a romper- not the worst decision, but not the best. Rompers are not good for music festivals or any event that requires getting naked in portable toilet. This year I decided to keep it basic. Cut off shorts and boots are must for the weather and walking. I don't want my toes stepped on and I want to move like the speed of a cat, although with the way I feel right now... I'm more slug status. I'm going bring any crop top I can get my hands on to keep cool. If I want to wear anything jazzy it will be an accessory, jewelry can change any look without suffering the consequences from the sun. Ok- it's time to throw it all in my suitcase (my cherry red vintage luggage is my favorite to travel with) and go! This weekend is a WELL DESERVED mini vacation!!

Roll my dice

Finally... a quality evening spent with my hand drill and a glass of sangria. The picture above is a peek of a work in progress. For the earring I repurposed an old die and some spare chain from a necklace. Most of my energy has been consumed by IZ lately. Lots to do. We are organizing a block party blowout on Saturday, June 26th. There will be a dollar sale, live music, vendors, & drink specials- all to benefit CASA, rad! If things work in my favor I will set up some of my pieces to sell. We shall see!