November ~ In Photos

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“The goal of life is to make your heartbeat match the beat of the universe, to match your nature with Nature.” - Joseph Campbell

October- More New Jewelry & Art

October is flying by, it's already the 20th! I'm staying busy creating new jewelry to provide a great selection to chose from for Holiday Gifts! Here are my newest necklaces and wall art. Some items are in My ArtFire Studio, some in My Etsy Shop. If you click on the item name, you will be magically transported to the correct shop!


Royally Purple Fluorite Pendant and Stones Necklace Handmade


FreeSpirit Butterfly and Pearls Necklace Handmade


Lavender Purple Fluorite Pendant Pearls Necklace Handmade


BlueBird Happiness Pendant Necklace Handmade


Moss Agate Pendant Tree Green Pearls Long Necklace Handmade


Unique Bejeweled Bluebird Wall Art Handmade


Please Note: ALL HALLOWEEN JEWLERY & ORNAMENTS ARE ON SALE, BOTH SHOPS!

See you again, soon. You can always find me on Facebook and sometimes on Twitter!
~Gilannie~

October ~ New Jewelry

Hello! I want to showcase some new pieces that will make perfect Christmas Gifts: Fine Silver Pendant Necklaces, Charm Bracelet, Ornaments!

Fine Silver Abundance Tree Tourmaline Necklace Handmade




Fine Silver Tanzanite Floral Branch Pearl Necklace Handmade



Fine Silver Perpetual-Springtime Pearl Necklace Handmade



Christmas Sterling Silver Charms Gemstones Charm Bracelet Handmade




Festive Gypsy Charm Necklace
(Will be in my ArtFire Studio Soon)



Christmas Ornament Collage Art Soldered Glass Handmade #2



I recently decided to reopen my Etsy Shop, so now I have two shops for my customers to visit:
Gilannie Goddess ArtFire Studio
Gilannie Jewelry Etsy Shop
Hope you take time to visit both.
Right now all Halloween Jewelry, Ornaments/Trinkets are on sale.

Christmas is not too far away, start planning and shopping now!

Did you know my Ornaments/Trinkets can also be used as Necklace Pendants? Please let me know if you are interested, for a small fee I can put the ornament/pendant on leather or chain!

Until next time, hope you all will be healthy, happy and enjoying the autumn weather!
~Gilannie~

Happy Customer Feedback

The ArtFire karma/feedback system has been structured so that only registered shoppers can post karma/feedback at the conclusion of the transaction. Since my customers have chosen to shop on ArtFire without opening an account, they are unable to post karma/feedback.

In order to share my customer compliments, I have decided to post the feedback within my blog here and on the ArtFire Studio blog as well.

Here is the most recent Happy Customer Feedback I have received along with a photo of her bracelet.

"I love Gilannie jewelry! I have been buying from her for several years. Last month my son's dog jumped up on me and broke my favorite Gilannie bracelet. I was not able to find all the beads and findings as some fell thru the deck and disappeared in the gravel beneath. I sent the remainding beads, wire and findings to Gilannie and within in a week I had the bracelet back, I could not even tell which things were new as all the beads blended together in shades of blue just as before it broke." - L.A. --Matthews, NC, USA

I love repeat shoppers! And I am always very happy to repair any item that becomes damaged.

~Gilannie~

Friday Favorites ~ Episode 3 ~ for Sept 17

My Friday Favorites ~ Episode 3 ~ Featuring artists who share their work, humor, style and lives freely on FaceBook. Their work inspires me and makes me wish I could do some shopping! Here is this week's list in no particular order.

Neskat on Etsy ~ Etsy Shop
Beautiful, Cute, Sweet Wool Felt Hair Clips, Bookmarks, Necklaces, Pins, Coin Pouches ~ I love these and really need to order a hair clip soon, especially since there is a special sale in this shop ~
"Neskat Shop Announcement- Buy 3 Get The 4th Item for FREE- SALE Starts 09.10.2010 thru 09.20.2010".
Personally I think these are wonderful products for girls & women of all ages~ oh, and some things like the turtle coin pouch for boys also! I hope you'll visit these shops!
Neskat on Etsy http://www.etsy.com/shop/Neskat
Neskat ArtFire Studio http://www.artfire.com/users/Neskat


Libby Goldsmith ~ Maylee's Garden Handmade Vegan Soap on ArtFire
I really enjoy reading Libby's escapades and daily events with her daughter on FaceBook. Libby's ArtFire Studio is beautiful and full of wonderful products: soaps, laundry detergent, perfume oils and dreadlock shampoo bar.
How about these Autumn Scents: Peppermint Chocolate Patty, Cinnamon and Vanilla Sugar, Chocolate Pumpkin Scented, Orange Spice.
A great shop to visit, sit back, take time to enjoy browsing!
http://www.artfire.com/users/mayleesgarden


Diamond Sand Etsy Shop
From the Etsy Shop Announcement:
"I make a lot of jewellery with semi precious stones, Pearls, and crystals. My hope is that you will find something special that you can treasure for years to come."
Lisa is from England, so the word Jewelry is spelled Jewellery.
This is very lovely, very feminine jewelry~ like the Butterfly Ball Necklace or the Alhambra Nights Earrings and the very sweet Crystal Charm Bracelet. No matter how you spell jewelry/jewellery, you'll love viewing the beautiful items in this shop!
http://www.etsy.com/shop/DiamondSand#


Anne Disselhorst ~ Bella Sera Designs Etsy Shop
Anne always has interesting posts on FaceBook! Her Etsy Shop is full of the loveliest journals, cards and tags in luscious colors that capture the richness of life. (I suspect this reflects her real-life richness of life!)
Anne offers so many varieties from garden flowers to cupcakes to birds to French motif to botanical ~ about 10 pages of beautiful options! So many, there is just no way to select one favorite.
Pour a cup of tea and enjoy a visit to this shop!
http://www.etsy.com/shop/bellaseradesigns


Aprons by MeMe Etsy Shop
From the shop announcement: "Give me a Dish Towel and watch me create. It first came out of need. (Always had a missing dish towel) Now I can't live without mine. Once you have one of my Original Dish Towel Aprons you will know what I mean."
Visit this shop and browse through the lovely Aprons ~ yes, lovely aprons! My personal favorite is the 'Colorful Birdhouses Dish Towel Apron'~ great colors! Oh, and check out the 'Mommy and Me' Dish Towels Apron Sets!
http://www.etsy.com/shop/apronsbymeme


I hope you have enjoyed reading about these artists, and I hope you will spend some time visiting and shopping within their shops!


By the way, I placed my order tonight as I was working on this blog!
I purchased the "Neskat's Embroidered Wool Felt Hair Clip--New Design-2010-Elephant06". I collect elephants so I had to have one of these hair clips! Can hardly wait to wear it, so cute!

Sept 15 Special

September 15th Special ~ 15 Necklace/Earrings Sets Each Sale Priced at $20.00 ~ This is 50-60% off regular prices ~ Beautiful Jewelry ~ Amazing Low Price ~ Limited Time Only ~


Abundant Pearls Moon Goddess Necklace/Earrings Set $20 Sale




Passion Love Goddess 3 Necklace Set w Earrings $20 Sale



Autumn Plum Goddess Agate Fluorite Pearl Necklace Earrings Set $20 Sale







Sapphire Blue Pearls Lampwork Glass Necklace Earrings Set $20 Sale






Brown Jasper Magical Fish Necklace Earrings Set $20 Sale




Autumn Empress Malachite Jasper Prosperity Long Necklace Earrings Set $20 Sale





Golden Autumn Pearls Jasper Long Necklace Earrings Set $20 Sale






Cloisonne Lapis Lazuli Inner Goddess Necklace Earrings Set $20 Sale




Fuchite Hematite Happy Whale Necklace Earrings Set $20 Sale





Paprika!Tourmaline, Pearls, Agate Necklace Earrings Set $20 Sale




Jasper Labradorite Hematite Earth Goddess Necklace Earrings Set $20 Sale




Trumpet Flowers and Pearls Necklace Earrings Set $20 Sale




Amazonite and Bone Necklace Earrings Set $20 Sale




Summer Delight Mother of Pearl Necklace Earrings Set $20 Sale


Coral and Turquoise Necklace Earrings Set $20 Sale









Remember~ Limited Time Only ~ $20 Necklace/Earrings Sets

September 15th Special ~ 15 Necklace/Earrings Sets Each Sale Priced at $20.00 ~ This is 50-60% off regular prices ~ Beautiful Jewelry ~ Amazing Low Price ~ Limited Time Only ~


Update Sept 16, 2010 ~ Are you on my email list? Extra special savings and discounts are sent via email offers. There is a very special discount for Sept.16. You can sign up today!

September Musings & Sale

September! I love this time of year when the mornings and evenings become cooler, the light and shadows change as summer gradually morphs into autumn. Even the sounds change, especially in the evenings, the songs of the crickets become a bittersweet tune as if sad the hot summer is ending. Every day I notice a few leaves here and there changing into orange, red, yellow shades of autumn.

Yes, I am aware I am very off schedule on my blogs. My only excuse is, once again, that life happens. Situations with my Mother's health, issues with her house arrangements, things that arise that take time, energy, attention away from my creativity.

Today I am posting details for my "AWESOME SALE" which starts today, Sept 12. Oh My! Literally my computer clock says it is 12:12pm as I am typing this! A good omen for us!

Today the following Four Necklace/Earring SETS are on sale for a mere $28 - regular prices are only $44-$46 - a really great sale price - a really great time to purchase! (Click on item name to connect to my ArtFire Studio.)

Freya Goddess Cloisonne Stones Necklace Earrings SET



Carnelian Red Aventurine Nature Goddess Necklace Earrings SET


Esmeralda Green Aventurine Goddess Necklace Earrings Set


Aura of Autumn Purple Necklace Earrings SET


I will change the line up of sale necklaces during the week, so check my ArtFire Studio often for updated details. You can also find details on my FaceBook page.

Until next time, enjoy each day, take time to share!

Friday Favorites ~ Episode 2 ~ August 5~

Although it is only Thursday, I am posting my Second Episode of Friday Favorites! A selection of talented female artists from Facebook who freely share their work, insights and humor. Their work inspires me, and makes me wish I could go on a shopping-spree!


Flor Larios ~ Flor Larios Art Etsy Shop
From her Shop: "I love to paint and create decorative art pieces for the home and for you to wear." Her beautiful artwork is also available on jewelry, art boxes, prints.
Personally I love the Madonna and Child theme to begin with, and Flor's are awesome. If I could choose only one of her prints it would definitely be 'The Winter Fairy' or maybe 'In Heaven with My Cat'. Visit her Shop and see what you think!
http://www.etsy.com/shop/FlorLarios

Sue Zupnyk ~ Antique Basket Lady Etsy Shop
From her Etsy Shop: "Handmade handbags, totes, diaper bags, children's bags and accessories."
I love the quality and the cuteness of her products. Sue uses lovely fabrics featuring birds, polka dots and more, all with beautiful colors! She offers so many functional styles: mini wallet, wristlet, tote bag, purse, etc; marvelous to use or to give as gifts! My favorite is the 'Everyday Handbag..Retro Circles in Black.' Visit her shop soon!
http://www.etsy.com/shop/Antiquebasketlady

Beth Sjolund ~ Mia Bella Collection ArtFire Studio
Her ArtFire Studio has "over 900 listings of handmade necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and more."
Beth uses really beautiful gemstones! I noticed she has sale clearance section! Pour yourself a cup of tea or coffee, sit down and browse through her 46-pages of listings. Beth also has an additional ArtFire Studio sellng jewelry beads and supplies. Get yourself another cup of java, this studio has 78-pages to enjoy!
http://www.artfire.com/users/miabellacollection-jewelry
http://www.artfire.com/users/miabellacollection

PJ Hornberger ~ Folk Artist
She posted her 'Moon and Crow' painting on Facebook, wow! it really caught my eye! Visit her Website or Etsy Shop to see her 3D Creations, Zentangles, Halloween Art, Paintings. If you like folk art, you will really enjoy the work by this artist! By the way, her 'Moon and Crow' painting remains my absolute favorite!
http://www.pjhornbergerfolkart.com/
http://pjhornberger.com/
http://www.etsy.com/shop/PJsfolkart

Cindy Jerrell ~ Fine Artist
Where to start?! Pet Portraits, available through one of her Etsy Shops: "a Very Fancy Portrait of your Darling in Formal Victorian Wardrobe in beautiful sepia tones."
Cindy's work includes awesome 'Puppet Boxes' as seen on her website. Cindy has shared her work in progress for her current puppet project on Facebook, awesome!
And, Cindy's amazing Prints are available in her other Etsy Shop. Her description of her prints: "Fragility, secrets, compassion, psychological landscape, longing, and of course color - these are some recurring themes." You will thoroughly enjoy visiting each of her sites!
Impossible to select only one favorite, but I really love her print 'Kuan Yins Song'.
http://www.etsy.com/shop/hotdigitaldog
http://www.etsy.com/shop/blackcatgraphix
http://cindyjerrell.com/home.html

Lidia Anderson ~ L.A. Glass Studio Etsy Shop
From her Etsy Shop: "High-Quality gifts for every occasion, including Windows, Sun Catchers, Moravian Stars, Pendants, Earrings, Mobiles,and much more."
Lidia posts photos of her work on Facebook, beautiful stained glass pieces! If I had to pick a favorite it would be the 'Side by Side, 2 Large Glass Winged Butterflies'. Visit her Etsy Shop and select your own favorite; it may not be easy!
http://www.etsy.com/shop/laglass

Helen Janow Miqueo ~ HJM Art Gallery Etsy Shop
From her Etsy Shop: "bold, colorful, original modern art, whimsical art, wall art, giclee prints and abstract paintings -- 'Win My Giclee Print' monthly giveaway drawing is here! Enter my August giveaway on my blog: http://hjmart.blogspot.com. Now - August 8, 2010. Winner announced: August 10, 2010."
You don't want to miss out on that giveaway!
I have a definite favorite, 'Flower Paintings Red Poppies Art'- but visit her shop and choose your own. You will enjoy looking!
http://hjmart.etsy.com


Wow, so much talent, so much artwork combined into one short blog! I hope you have enjoyed an introduction to these lovely ladies, and I hope you will visit their shops and sites!

Until next time, Live~Laugh~Love!

Friday Favorites ~ July 30th ~

There are so many talented female artists on Facebook who freely share photos of their work, their insights, their day-to-day stories, their humor and their ups-n-downs. I decided to do a "FRIDAY FAVORITES LIST" each week (on Friday of course) to highlight a few of these artists.

This first list is unabashedly biased-- my list includes my two daughters and artists I have purchased from. Nonetheless, these are all lovely, talented women who inspire me, and make me wish I could go on a shopping-spree!

Here is the list in no particular order!

Celeste Heldstab ~ Bayou Witch Incense - Where Magick Makes Scents
From her FB post: "LAMMAS FIRST HARVEST SALE - FREE SHIPPING!Beginning Friday Night July 30th, Monday August 2nd !!Whether you are a wholesale client or a retail shopper - free shipping can save you $$$....Loads of new and fun items to add to your Witches Cabinet!"
Celeste not only has marvelous products, she provides helpful, insightful information as well.
http://www.bayouwitchincense.com/

Linda Williams ~ LindaButterfly Etsy Shop and LindaCaterpillar Etsy Shop
From her FB post: "10% Discount for you - coupon from LindaButterfly Art & Cards - Apply this coupon to all prices in both my Etsy shops. The 10% is off the cost of the item, not the postage."
I particularly love Linda's watercolor paintings and cards, and have purchased several!
http://www.lindabutterfly.etsy.com
http://www.lindacaterpillar.etsy.com

Carole Simcox ~ Amberdark Alchemy Etsy Shop
From her shop: "I truly love and collect antiques and vintage up to the 1940s and so the pieces used on my garments and accessories are geniune and carefully selected. My jewelry is comprised of Japanese Delicas and Seed Beads, Semi-precious gems and/or Lampwork beads."
Oh, I love her clothing, especially the 'waist cinchers'-- if only I had an occasion to wear one!
http://www.etsy.com/shop/amberdark

Annabel Graham ~ Wearable Whovian Jewellery
From her store: "A Whovian is a fan of the British Sci-Fi programme Doctor Who and I am unashamedly one of them. I have always loved the show, with my first Doctor being Tom Baker."
As a recent new fan of Doctor Who, I not only enjoy her jewelry, but all of her marvelous FB postings as well!
http://www.whovianjewellery.com/

Lori Holcomb~ CherryMatador Etsy Shop
Lori creates "Modern jewelry with a Vintage flair" and now offers hair adornments as well.
(Lovely hair clips are perfect in this southern humidity!)
http://www.CherryMatador.etsy.com
Lori also has Luxurious, Marvelous, Handmade Soap -- the only body soap I use! This wonderful soap is available at
http://www.LuckyLather.etsy.com

Sara Kirkpatrick ~ BlueberryBandit Etsy Shop
Sara's work includes delightful whimsical soft toys, pin cushions, pouches, paintings, prints, gift tags, cards and more! Great gift ideas also. You'll love her cupcake gift tags for sure!
(By the way, I have quite a collection of her work!)
http://www.blueberrybandit.etsy.com

Bonnie Cehovet ~ Tarot
From her Bio: "Bonnie Cehovet is a Certified Tarot Grand Master, a professional Tarot reader with over twelve years experience, a Reiki Master/Teacher and a writer."
Bonnie's blog is informative, fascinating, instructional; providing reviews on Tarot decks, books, sites.
http://bonniecehovet.wordpress.com/

Caroline Dupuis ~ Cinderella Moments Etsy Shop
From her shop: "Cinderella Moments is proud to make 100% handmade products for your cottage, shabby chic and romantic house...miniature cottage houses, exquisite dollhouses and beautiful art for your elegant home!"
You will be amazed at her miniature paper houses, doll houses, gift boxes, pincushions!
http://www.etsy.com/shop/cinderellamoments

Okay, that's my current list for Friday Favorites! I hope you enjoyed reading about these lovely ladies, and I hope you'll visit their shops!

Till next time, Be Kind~Share a Smile ~ Love & Peace ~

New Jewelry for Summer ~ by Gilannie

A few new Jewelry Pieces for Summer ~ by Gilannie ~

Mermaid Treasure Pearl, Ammonite Fossil Necklace Earrings SET



Paprika! Tourmaline, Pearls, Agate Necklace Earrings SET



Summer Delight Mother of Pearl Necklace Earrings SET


Please visit my ArtFire Studio often to view new items!

Love & Peace!