Ready to Run

The sun has finally appeared here in the Pacific Northwest and not a minute too soon. It urges me to get out there for a good run. Running is the one exercise that makes me feel like I did something good for my insides as well as for my bones. (Muscles, skin, circulation and possible tan are just a side note.) I know many of you diehard marathoners like to train, travel, and triumph all over the country. If you're thinking about your next race and where to go next, check out Running Planet's list. I am also reworking my running jewelry and creating some new designs, so stay tuned. I will let you know once they're available for purchase.

World Cup Soccer

So excited that World Cup Soccer 2010 has begun. Since my girls started playing soccer, the sport has really grown on me. It's thrilling to think that World Cup may come to Seattle in years to come now that we have proven support for the sport with the Sounders playing in Seattle. I remember vacationing in Paris with my husband in 1998, watching throngs of ectastic fans racing through the streets with the French flag on their backs, after they won the final match 3-0 against Brazil. France won their first title, becoming the seventh nation to win a World Cup, and the first host nation to win the tournament since Argentina in 1978. I still have my souvenir-sized soccer ball in my travel treasures that we bought outside Notre Dame Cathedral.

For all those aspiring players, who pick themselves up from the mud, who take kicks to uprotected body parts, and push themselves to run faster towards the goal in the scorching heat, who go into overtime and beat the opposition by that hard-earned point, and for those that dare to cross them, I say..."Game On!". My glass tile jewelry is popular with girls/tweens for pendants, keychains, or hoodie pulls. All are $10. See my special on site. Buy 2, Get 1 FREE for any design (not just soccer) -mix and match. So many choices to look at during the commercial breaks. US plays England Saturday, June 12th at 2:30pm ET on ABC.

Downtown Chic

Hey downtown girl, if you've been to the mall at all lately, you will have noticed that grey is a key color this season and I'm excited since I've always been a fan. They are pairing it with creme, yellow, coral, teal, navy, black, and purple tones. Basically, it goes with everything. These earrings are a brand new exclusive design, and I have only limited quantities of the grey mother of pearl shell. If you like larger, longer earrings that are artsy/funky and yet lightweight, these are it! Grey Mother of Pearl shell, oxidized sterling silver chain, hematite finish Czech glass and Moonlight Silver Swarovski crystal on sterling wires. Grey square measures just over 1" square. Length top to bottom 3.25". Buy on my site. Posts and leverbacks also available.

Grey. It is more practical than ash and often considered as neutral. So, if you are a fan of grey, it’s time to shop for outfits in this hue.

Greens to Go

Had to share this with you because it so fresh, fun and different. From Iceland, designer Hafsteinn Juliusson has a line of "Growing Jewelry", which is Icelandic moss set in sterling silver. Avoid overwatering. Now it's got me thinking.... maybe a wheatgrass ring would be handy to snip from and add to your daily smoothie for an energy shot, or perhaps a mini herb garden bracelet would be nice, so you could snip a basil leaf to add to your hamburger on the go. By the way, that is really good. Try it this summer. (Basil and mint are my two favs.)

Beautiful Brides

Hello to all the brides out there dreaming of their magnificant day ahead! I remember how it was (18 yrs ago now). Practically the day after I got engaged, I was standing in line at the supermarket with the 3 biggest magazines you'd ever seen in hand - all of them bridal. I was ready to start hunting down ideas. And my trusty planner kept me on track with the million things I had to do. It was a fabulous, exciting and stressful time, all leading up to a fabulous, exciting and non-stressful day (all because of planning ahead). Oh, and being sure you're marrying the right guy helps a lot!

Anyway, I'm enjoying networking with my meetup group Puget Sound Wedding Professionals Network. We meet tomorrow in Tacoma over lunch and find ways to reach more brides like you to help. I LOVE creating the perfect sets for your attendants and yourself that you can enjoy later with bold colored gemstones, glittering Swarovski crystals and quality chain in precious metals. Something different from the classic strand of pearls. I work within your budget so that every dollar is well invested in a gift that you will be proud to give and they will be proud to wear. Call or email me if you want to discuss ideas/costs. I will match your jewelry to the dress colors/theme and style. And that will be one more thing off your list. I recently did the champagne set below. All the bride needed was simple earrings for her attendants.

Right now SJD is offering a summer discount - 20 OFF 4 OR MORE! - 20% off any set/piece after the 3rd one purchased. Expires 8/31/10. Please forward to any brides you know that may need my help.

SJD just joined Wedding Wire and Bridal Tweet too.