A few overprocessed photo to share

Sure wish I took more photos last weekend! I was just too busy. I have some good ones coming from the amazing Kim Haynes, The Official Photographer, but they aren't here yet. But, here are a few that I am happy to have taken and have edited beyond repair. Lighting issues, but they are all keepers. Yep, good peeps.

Kim, me, Rebecca...gypsy glam vendor night. It was just way too much fun dressing up that night!

Carolyn, Kelly and Pam G. Thursday night (before the workshops began) those of us who weren't too exhausted from the day nestled together in a quiet classroom. We had the pleasure of Kelly Jacobs guiding us on a jewelry reconstruction workshop just for us. Kelly is a peach. Bonding time really with the bonus of a wearable keepsake.

Rebecca and Charlotte....very serious at work. Or was it play? It was play and though we were tired, it was a blast. We all made the greatest necklaces, each one unique and yet had the same components. Sorta like the teachers themselves!

Here's the one I did. I pushed myself to complete it because I knew this chance wouldn't come again. So glad I did! On the right is a precious lil vintage purse from Carol at Raised in Cotton. Love it!

Several years ago (in my anti paper stage) I took some metalsmithing classes at a local college and made lots of jewelry and sold it at a couple of local art/craft shows. I've always remembered the comment from one of the shoppers. She was amazed at the style and design of my wares. She said "wow, this looks like the kind of things you'd see in Cal-i-FORN-Ya." And woe was I because at the time I didn't know anyone from California. I wanted to because those cats must be cool I remember thinking. Now I do. Yay! No idea why I just shared that story. Some things just stick with you. And yes I love to make jewelry but only in small doses. Tiny stuff vs. patience level....argh.

Hey! Who's that trip trapping over my bridge? Allie Bella and Sassy Bella!

Yeah, goofy Allie and giggly Sassy. And I'm related to those silly gooses. Wonder where blondie gets her silliness from? Her Daddy, oh yeah, must be her Daddy.

Comments

[Lilli]

Sigh....A jewelry reconstruction workshop sounds like Heaven to me. And what great company you had :)

[Maggie]

Great photos and love the jewelery you created, just beautiful. The bag is priceless. I so enjoy your stories and the flavorable spin you put on them.

I am still not out of the Silver Bella mode yet; working on finishing up some of the projects in between completely finishing our basement- can't wait! I wore my Silver Bella sweatshirt out while running errands yesterda and was hoping someone would recognize it and come chat with me to relive the fantastic memories of the mostest event of the year. You'll be seeing me around town sporting it for some time-just in case! Y

Teresa, you are such a sweetheart and I am so glad to have met you. Everything you planned with the event was done with such a commitment to respect and professionalism-with your twist of charming wit-it really was such a hoot! I enjoyed meeting your family as well, what a wonderful support and lovely family you have.

XOX

Maggie

[Violet]

Great pictures! One of my biggest Silver Bella regrets is blowing my budget (so easy to do!) before getting to Kelly's table! Next time I will be prepared!

[Raised In Cotton]

Hi Sweet Teresa,

I am so glad my little embellished rhinestone bag went to such a doll!!!

Blessings and Hugs:)
Carol

[traci]

wonderful pictures - what a fun event - i will make it sometime. thanks for sharing.

[rochambeau]

Hi Teresa,
I saw some of the photos of your event on Colleen Moody and Iva's blog.
Looks and sounds like it was a magical event. Out of curiosity, do you live in Omaha? If so have you been to Le Marche?

[rochambeau]

Ps.
My name is Constance Muller

[holly]

I enjoyed your lovely overprocessed photo's chicka!

[connie ellison]

so who WAS the official photographer? his/her pictures are really good. give us a hint!

[Jana]

Fun to see more great Silver Bella pics! Miss you girls already.

[Account Deleted]

love the necklace...so beautiful! have a wonderful thanksgiving!! blessings: danielle

[Carolyn Peeler]

Fun photos T!