Rachel Mcadam's Bracelet in Glamour Magazine

The February issue of Glamour features Rachel Mcadams! In one photo she has a bracelet that I was so excited to see because it looks very similar to one of my bracelet creations. Check it out:

 The picture on the left is Glamour Magazine's taken from Just Jared. The one on the right is one I took of my Gold Oval Link Heart Bracelet. Now, her's is obviously a lot nicer and, I'm certain, a lot more expensive but I love this style. It's simple but "glamourous."

Check out the one I have for sale: www.theswellsunflower.etsy.com

Violet Hour

Today's treasure is a wee little violet hair clip. I spent a few hours creating a bunch of these little guys and I think they are just the cutest little things. They fit perfectly on headbands or nestled in a messy-bun. The ruffle flower is made with satin and decorated with violet glass beads and a faux diamond pendant.

More is coming!

Necklace Envy

It's two weeks after Christmas and I still haven't given away all my gifts! I've been waiting to give my best friend her present for days and I'm very excited about it. In fact, I almost want to keep it... I got the idea from a Pinterest necklace I saw that had a human heart sketch on the pendant. My friend is a pre-med student so based on that and her love of dark green and long simple necklaces, I created my own version just for her. I used a glass frame locket, emerald green glass pearls, gold charms, and a double rolo chain. I did the art as well! It was a bit difficult, being so tiny, but very well worth it. Result:

 I love the double rolo chain look. It just looks so intricate. Here's a closer look at the little heart. It says "Love" on the side.

 I edited this one with a fun finish...

The Treasures of Thrifting!

I got this beautiful Italian leather purse today while I was out shopping. It's brand new, not a scratch or smudge on it, and it only cost $4! I couldn't believe it. You'd think I was rummaging though the purse for loose change the way I looked for the tag inside it, Genuine Italian leather it said. I'm certain the girl next to me, who also happened to have been at the previous store I went to, thought I was insane. Once I showed her the bag she laughed though. It's beautiful and it reminds me of something Audrey Hepburn, Jackie O or Grace Kelly would have carried. Here is mine.

And here are their bags:

 I think mine has the shape of those two but this one below with Jackie looks like its twin with the colors flipped. Mine even has the little buckle! Now I just need to find that amazing outfit. I wish there was a better photo of this purse though...

I hope you enjoyed my fun little find. There will plenty of stuff like this purse up on my Etsy, The Swell Sunflower, starting January 16th! Theswellsunflower.etsy.com