Magnets

In an effort to mix things up and hopefully generate some sales in the shop, I've introduced these lovely accessories for your fridge: The Lola Collection magnets! Created from bits of vintage ephemera and decorative papers left over from my jewelry, they are the perfect solution to spruce up you tired old ice box. Packaged in their very own glass top, tin containers, these shabby chic magnets also make fantastic house warming or hostess gifts!

Lariat Style Necklaces

Another new style I’ve been working on and I love how they’ve turned out! I’ve been working this over in my head for a while and couldn’t wait to actually create a few of these pieces.
They are what I like to call “faux” lariat. The sterling silver chain I’ve used is so delicate but it is perfectly juxtaposed by the handcrafted, slightly rough sterling silver ring that creates the lariat look. For sale now in The Lola Collection Shop.

Luxe Necklaces

Here is a small sampling of what I've been working on lately. With the spring / summer show season right around the corner, I've been striving to create some new pieces that are innovative, yet sophisticated.

These necklaces feature my signature pendants but with a twist; a cascade of crystal and semi precious beads. I love them!

Bird Pendant Necklaces

Yay! New birdie pendants make their debut this week! Keep an eye on the shop and check them out.

Resolutions

I'm not usually one for resolutions, but I do like to set goals. So my resolution/goal for this year is to really push myself and my Etsy store to be all that it can be (and basically avoid getting a job outside of my home lol).

That being said, I've decided to add some new styles of work to The Lola Collection. I will continue to create my signature pendants, earrings and bracelets primarily but will integrate some new beaded work into the shop.

These new pieces will allow me broaden my horizons, discover new and different techniques, and use materials I wouldn't normally use. Basically, it'll keep me from getting bored lol, which can sometimes be a problem! Above is a sampling of some new pieces that are not yet listed in the shop. Take a peak and let me know what you think!

New Year, New Styles

I've been working out some new style ideas and here they are. I could not resist creating the labradorite bar necklace. Right now it's my favorite stone, I adore the colors, the flash, the speckles, the murky look.

It is a power stone, allowing you to see through illusions and determine the actual form of your dreams and goals. It is excellent for strengthening intuitions. What a great way to start off the new year!

The earrings are a new style as well, featuring sparkling drops and hand formed sterling ear wires.

New Colors

Last night I decided to play around and mix some new polymer clay colors to incorporate into some new designs. I love the look of shimmery metallic polymer clay, but the metallic colors are a bit harsh for my taste. So I mixed these seven colors using mostly Fimo Soft gold for the metallic shimmer. The colors I came up with range from dark golden olive to frosty gold to dark supple suede. I really love how they've turned out. These samples remind me of the eye shadow pots at M.A.C.

Be sure to keep an eye out for these new shades in my Etsy shop!

The Blues

Blue is my favorite color. Here is a sampling of my favorite earrings in my favorite hue, available in my Etsy shop.

Show Time

although i haven't updated my blog or even my etsy shop lately, it has been busy busy in lola land. i have been gearing up for my first show, the Brooklyn Indie Market. i will be exhibiting this saturday, from 11am till 7pm. i'm so excited! check out their website here.

i'll be taking tons of pic of my work and set up and everything, so stay tuned. and of course, if you are in the area this saturday, stop by!

Zombie Love...

Handsome has had quite a tough week, so i decided to do some shopping for him. he LOVES zombies and zombie movies, so i knew these would cheer him up. if you know anyone who loves zombies or are a zombie lover yourself, check out these etsy shops. the "Sometimes I Worry About Zombies" t-shirt is from tinaseamonster and the "Zombie Escape Plan" journal is from ChristineRenee.