Beautiful new item

The Celtic Designed Leather Cuff

I had a BLAST creating this one. I have a new line of creative leather bands coming out and this is the premier!I started off with a leather band that I sliced to give it texture and stress, then I added this lovely Celtic circle pendant that I wove color into. I chose to use the light green and soft red because the color patterns this season are leaning toward the pale vintage accents. In the center in a small blush colored glass pearl. The whole bracelet just took me away! I love it. Go check it out at my shop.

http://www.etsy.com/listing/95105465/celtic-designed-leather-cuff

More to come!

-Lauren with The Swell Sunflower

Lace is Everywhere!

Everyone is loving lace right now and so am I ! It's such a great addition to any little outfit, accessory, or even bags. I made these little cuties today in honor of my lace love. Here they are:

 This is a closer look at the lovely rose pattern lace

This is a horrible photo of one headscarf I'm working on but I love it SO much I just had to show it off. The beadwork pattern will be ivy and leaves in brown, green, gold, and light green beads.  I love the giant flower next to the Coral Red striped fabric. I'm so excited to get this one finished! I modeled the design on this silly belt I had as a kid. It was brown and cream beads connected by a tan and brown flower that looks very much like my styled flower here.

I can't wait to show off the finished product! I'll update soon.

Thanks,
Lauren

2012 Spring Fashion Update: The Headscarf

"The headscarf makes a comback!" says Daniel P Dykes with Fashionising.com


This Spring 2012, fashion is taking us back to the 40's and 70's with headscarves. When you go to get your spring haircut this year, remember, it's not just your hair that needs to be showing off. Models for 2012 have been sporting adorable 1940's scarves tied with a knot atop their heads. This is personally my favorite scarf trend this season.

 
Also, hitting the runways are 1970's inspired scarves like these.

"On-trend hair isn't all about styles in 2012. For those with a willingness to experiment and a desire to stand out from the crowd, the humble headscarf makes its return, pushing the tuban aside and taking on a casual air." - fashionising.com

For fear of only posting high fashion model photos and scaring you away from this trend with their harsh stares, here are some fun and flirty scarves!

 I love this look! Two other things that are VERY stylish this Spring- Coral Red lips and pale pinks or yellows accented by vibrant greens. Oh, the wonders of color!

Who can resist a fun print? 

I hope you all enjoyed your Spring Fashion Update. Now, get ready to buy some scarves from my new line coming soon!


Thanks,
Lauren


Topic and model photos taken from:
http://www.fashionising.com/trends/b--headscarf-fashionable-accessory-15070.html

Valentine's Collection

Here are my favorite pieces from this years Valentine's Collection. To see the full collection please visit my Etsy www.theswellsunflower.etsy.com

My focus this season was on COLOR and TEXTURE! I love the deep reds and golds. I also chose to use leather, roses, beads, and pinks as accents in some pieces.

 I adore this bracelet! It's so vibrant.

 Fluffy little ear warmer!

 Such a great piece. It glistens so well in the sun.

 Love dainty bangles.

 Paris and Bangles

 This necklace takes my breath away. It's just so elegant and versatile.

 Such fun! The cosmos bangles are so sweet and delicate.

 And of course The Red, Red Rose matching Bracelet.

 The Red, Red Rose Earrings inspired by Alice in Wonderland.

 This is my little steampunk winter addition! Love that steampunk.

Leather is so much fun in all seasons. The gold accents in perfectly.

 The Spring line is coming soon with some GREAT pieces. You can look forward to fashionable 2012 spring headscarves for you lovely ladies. And men, I have some great leather bands and fashion items for you too!


Thanks!

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...