Welcome In The NEW YEAR!!

I am so excited for the New Year! I can not wait to welcome in all the wonderful new things and experiences that will come as each new day begins. It will be a fresh start to capturing new experiences, recording new memories, creating new things, traveling to new places, and meeting new people. A new year is such an exciting time when you look towards the future with a fresh perspective. I try to live in the moment and enjoy the simple little things in life...but I also love the fun and exciting knowledge of something new and unknown.

Each new morning starts out with a hot cup of coffee, the sounds of birds chirping, the flutter of the wind blowing softly through the trees, the light feeling of new hope, and the little spark of some new inspiration. I find it very peaceful in morning when the light is clear and the sky is a subtle hint of blue. It is the best part of my day and I truly enjoy every minute of it. With each passing year, I notice more changes in the way that I take in each new day. I know time is fleeting and you must cherish every moment as if it were your last day on Earth. I take a little more time these days to enjoy my coffee and look out the window in search of the flutter of wings. We have a couple of hummingbirds and finches that visit our backyard and I love watching them.

I truly wish everyone a wonderful and fabulous New Year filled with happiness, joy, excitement, laughter, health, and many spectacular new adventures. Life is an amazing journey and we are all here to discover and learn from it. I hope you will try something new this year and find joy in the discovery of walking down a new path.

Happy New Year!

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas!

It has been an amazing and fabulous year! I am very lucky
to have the love and support of my family and friends. This
holiday was very special because it was the first Christmas
in our new home. I've worked really hard these past 6 months
to remodel this old house to create a special home for our
family. It was a lot of hard work, paint, tiles, wood, plaster,
and more paint. But all and all, it was worth it. Home is where
the heart is and that is what really matters.

I am also thankful for my fabulous Etsy customers from all
over the world! You have made my dreams come true and
I am forever greatful for your amazing support.
I wake up each day with a rush of energy and creative
inspirations. I realize how fortunate I am to be doing
something that I love. Thank you so much to each
and everyone of my customers.

I would also like to send a shout out to all my Etsy friends.
Each one of you have made this past year very special
and I hope you will continue to have great success. I
adore you and just wanted to express my deepest thanks
for your fabulous support and friendship.
CAKE BNR Friends

I wish that everyone will have a wonderful holiday filled
with lots of laughter, love, and happiness. May you
have all the wonderful memories of this holiday to
fill your hearts with peace and joy. Merry Christmas!

...got this cool hammer from Santa...I hope

there's some sterling silver wires, too. :)

...mo coffee beans from my inlaws...love it!

Featured by ETSY Finds: Procrastinators Rejoice!

VOLEUR DE BIJOUX

Fabulous Fabulous Friday!!
woohooo....Just found out that my shop was featured in
ETSY Finds: Procrastinators Rejoice!
What an awesome surprise and honor to be selected by ETSY!
I am celebrating this special occasion by offering
FREE SHIPPING and FREE GIFT with every order!

VOLEUR DE BIJOUX

If you need it, ASAP:
I am also offering FREE Priority Mail with any $75 order

or you can upgrade your order to Priority Mail for only $3.

~*~Happy Holidays~*~

ETSY Finds: Procrastinators Rejoice!

Luna London Glam Turquoise Statement Necklace

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34941766

New! FaBBling for the Holidays...December SALE

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DECEMBER HOLIDAY SALE 

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BUY 1 Item, Get FREE GIFT

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Shopping made easy.
Send someone a special gift & make them smile. :)

Free Gift Wrapping, too!
Just leave me a note in message to seller and I will be happy
to add special holiday gift wrapping with gift tag for FREE.

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~*~Happy Holidays~*~

Featured by MaxiTendance

This week has been a wild and fabulous time for my Etsy shop!
I've just been featured in MaxiTendance...all the way from
Paris, France! It was such a wonderful surprise to open up my
convo and receive such delightful news. Nat did a wonderful
blog about my jewelry and creative inspirations. You'll just
have to use the translator tool in order to read it...unless you
are verse in French. I am truly thankful and thrilled to be featured
in such a fashionable Parisian site. Paris is a city that I truly love
and enjoyed visiting...I hope to live there one day. It is a beautiful
city filled with art, fashion, food, antique shops, museums, artists,
music, architecture, history, wine, and lovers. You must visit Paris
and see for yourself. There is beauty in every corner of the city
and the Parisian people are just as fabulous. They are warm,
friendly, expressive and original. The women are always dressed
to the nine in their fine fashions and scarves...and everyone
expresses "Voila!" to everything. It's just the way of life in Paris
and I completely agree...Paris simply is Voila!

Featured in MaxiTendance

http://www.maxitendance.com/2009/12/voleur-bijoux-aristocratiques-creations.html

Voleur de Bijoux

http://www.voleurdebijoux.etsy.com/

Treasury Feature by GlitzGlitter

GlitzGlitter

http://www.etsy.com/shop/GlitzGlitter

WOW! I was lucky enough to be featured by a superfab

Etsian "GlitzGlitter"! She'd twitted about it last night

and today she was fast enough to snag one. I just had

to share some of her fabulous jewelry as my way of

saying "Thank You!" for the lovely Treasury feature.

Gorgeous!

Lovely!

Beautiful!

GlitzGlitter
Etsy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/GlitzGlitter

December Holiday SALE

http://www.voleurdebijoux.etsy.com/

The holidays are a wonderful time to share laughter, joy,

and happiness with friends and families. This season is

the perfect way to show someone how much they mean

to you. I am offering some fabulous deals to give you an

incentive to shop early and save. Send someone a fabulous

and sparklie jewel to give them some real holiday cheers! :)

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DECEMBER HOLIDAY SALE!

BUY 2 Items, Get FREE SHIPPING, Plus FREE GIFT

BUY 3 Items, Get 10% OFF, FREE SHIPPING, Plus FREE Gift

http://www.voleurdebijoux.etsy.com/

Rosalie

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35250800

Sylvia

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=34580174

Alice

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35587651

~*~ HAPPY HOLIDAYS ~*~

Featured in Utterly Engaged

Triple Stand Cream Pearl Necklace

Crystal Drop Earrings

Vintage Blue Crystal Brooch Necklace with Pearl Drop Earrings

Mauve Pearl with Crystal Necklace

WowWowWow! I am so excited about my jewelry feature in the new Bridal Ezine "Utterly Engaged" (Issue #2)! Stephanie Williams is the amazing photographer behind these gorgeous photographs. She truly captured the splendor and beauty of this Chic Wedding Gowns theme. I had such a wonderful and fun time at the photo shoot with her and Lucie (co-creator of Utterly Engaged). The photo shoot was taken at a lush nature preserve near the Pacific Ocean. It was such a striking background for all of these stunning white wedding gowns. Each photo is so spectacular and fresh. It makes you want to wear a white dress and run through a green meadow. I love it! :)

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Utterly Engaged: http://www.utterlyengaged.com/
Stephanie Williams: http://stephaniewilliamsphotography.com/

Voleur de Bijoux: http://www.voleurdebijoux.etsy.com/

CAKE Team's JULY Flyer

*FREE COUPONS*

Summer is here and our ETSY CAKE Team have been busy creating wonderful handmade gifts for you to enjoy. Please check out our fabulous JULY Coupon Flyer for some amazing savings and fantastic promotions. We have so many great gift ideas for that special occassion or just a little surprise to brighten up someone's day. Life should be filled with beauty and joy...give someone special a handmade gift and bring a smile to their heart.

Thank you so much for your wonderful support!! Have a fabulous day!!

Coming Soon: Utterly Enaged

Utterly Engaged ~ Issue No. 2

http://www.utterlyengaged.com/category/issues/issue-002/

Fabulous News! My jewelry will be featured in the 2nd issue of the new ezine Utterly Engaged! I had such a wonderful experience working with Lucia (Utterly Engaged) and Stephanie (Stephanie Williams Photography). They are truly amazing people, with such talent and so very nice to work with as well.

The photo shoot took place in a nature preserve surrounded by lush trees and natural native plants of CA. From this gorgeous preview...you can see how lovely the images will be. It's so refreshing and inspiring to imaging getting married in a flowing white dress amongst the forest and trees. Love it!

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http://www.utterlyengaged.com/

http://www.stephaniewilliamsphotography.com/

Featured in ETSY Finds: Extra Hot Weekend Deals

Eudora Regency Golden Drop Creamy Pearl Earrings

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=17828900

Featured in ETSY Finds: Extra Hot Weekend Deals

http://www.etsy.com/storque/spotlight/etsy-finds-extra-hot-weekend-deals-4267/

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WOW!! I am featured in ETSY Finds: Extra Hot Weekend Deals!! This is an amazing opportunity and such an honor to be among all the wonderful artists on Etsy. My extra hot sale this weekend is "FREE Pair of Genuine Pearl Earrings with every $25 Order". You will find so many fabulous jewelry and gifts for all your friends and families. Plus get a FREE Gift for yourself! :)

Shop: http://voleurdebijoux.etsy.com/

CAKE's June Coupon Flyer

Our fabulous CAKE's June Flyer is here! Enjoy extra savings and special promotions with our super CAKE coupons. Visit our shops on ETSY and treat yourself to something special. Our shops are filled with wonderful handmade gifts, cards, jewelry, pottery, art, knits, photography, supplies and many more fantastic items. Just mention "CAKE" on your order comments to receive your coupon offer.

Thank you so much for your wonderful support!

Have a wonderful day. :)

Fabulous Goddess Colors For Summer!

Summer is a time for sunshine and starlit nights. The air is filled with fresh scents and it's time to adorn yourself with gorgeous hues of fabrics and enjoy the refreshing air. I adore these beautiful shades of blue and pale pink colors for summer! This season, it is all about the soft and romantic flow of goddess gowns and off the shoulder straps to show off your fabulous form. I will be introducing my new jewelry designs to enhance your summer wardrobe in the next few weeks. Stay tuned...and enjoy your lovely summer!

CAKE Team's Fabulous MAY Coupon Flyer

Check out our fabulous CAKE Team's May Coupon Flyer filled with awesome promos and discounts! You will find super specials for great gift ideas and get MOM something truly great this year. There are plenty of savings to get a little gift for yourself as well. Life should be filled with joy and happiness....give someone a big smile with one of our special handmade gifts. :)

ETSY Gift Guides: Nostalgic Whimsy

http://www.etsy.com/gift-guides/99?page=1

Aluna Skeleton Key with Grey and Bronze Pearl Necklace

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18661027

Wow!! My Aluna necklace was featured in ETSY's Gift Guides under their grouping called Nostalgic Whimsy. I was super surprised and thrilled to see one of my designs among all of the wonderful creations in this special grouping!! This necklace was inspired by a poem that came to light after I was awaken from a strange and mystical dream. The grey and bronze pearls remind me of the rich colors of the exotic blooms in the secret garden and the skeleton key unlocks it's mystery. The dream was so real that I could almost feel the cold winds blowing against my skin and smell the fragrant scent of the flowers in bloom. I was compelled to create this necklace and write this poem to capture the essence of my strange and beautiful dream.

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Winter brings the northern winds as the ground is covered in shades of white.

The glass house has two secret doors. One opens up and reveals a winter garden

filled with exotic blooms. The second holds a mirror that sees into the soul. Each

glimpse reveals a new window into your dreams. He holds one key that unlocks

your secret world and opens up your heart.
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ETSY: CAKE Team's APRIL Coupons

Check out our fabulous Etsy ~ CAKE Team's APRIL flyer

filled with awesome coupons!

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All of our Etsy shops have great coupons for the month of

APRIL that you can use to save on shipping or get extra

discounts.

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Just use our coupon code "CAKE" at participating shops

when placing your order to get extra discounts and special

promotions.

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This is the perfect way for us to show our appreciation for

your wonderful support and buying handmade. We hope

these special coupons will bring an added bonus to your

shopping experience.

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Thank you for so much for shopping with us. Have a fabulous

day! :)

Featured Artists: Pearl Girl Pearls and The Owl Barn

Pearl Girl Pearls

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=20481193

Pearl Girl Pearls

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=20481533

The Owl Barn
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=22705581

The Owl Barn
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=22281793

This week I am featuring two wonderful and amazing artists from ETSY...Pearl Girl Pearls and The Owl Barn. These two shops are filled with beautiful and fantastic creations from two very sweet and lovely gals. I met these two ladies on Etsy and have discovered how much we all have in common. We love to create, laugh, put forth positive energy, support others and share our artistic gifts with the world.

Pearl Girl Pearls is a lovely shop filled with gorgeous pearl jewelry designed and made by my friend Elsa. She has many creative talents and inspirations to share with the world. Elsa is also a wonderful photographer and hopefully she will open another shop to showcase her lovely artwork. For now, you can enjoy her fabulous jewelry designs which were inspired by her love of pearls and the classic beauty that they bring. You can see more of her beautiful pearl creations at: http://pearlgirlpearls.etsy.com/

The Owl Barn is a spin off of The Cozy Loft...which are both the creations of my special friend Rhonda. She is the sweetest and most supportive person that I know...her whole being is filled with warmth, positivity and kindness. Rhonda's work is a reflection of her character and love of creating. Her shops are filled with her hand painted and original artwork. You will see the care and love that she puts into each handmade design as shown in her shops:

http://theowlbarn.etsy.com/

http://thecozyloft.etsy.com/

Featured Artist: DECONSTRUCT THE WORLD

Lily's friend - 6x6 - Original Signed Fine Art Print

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=21442391

Offaly - 6x6 - Original Signed Fine Art Print

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=21441649

Pont Neuf and La Sainte-Chapelle - 8x8 - Original Signed Fine Art Print

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=20778325

My new featured artist is a wonderful photographer name Shawn. He has a brand new shop on Etsy called Deconstruction The World. His beautiful work will take you on a vibrant journey filled with rich truth, emotion and human depth. You will feel as though you are seeing the world through new eyes. I am so impressed with his website that includes an even greater collection of images and works. His way of photographing live footages is very deeply honest and true. Each artist can see the world from such distinct and diffrent points of views. There is so much beauty in every place that we travel to and the memories that attaches itself to our souls. Shawn has that special ability to capture these moments and share them with all of us. It always amazes me how much talent there are in the world. No doubt you will be struck with his pure talent and direct way of capturing images with such raw beauty. You can find more of Shawn's amazing work on Etsy and his other sites as listed.

http://www.deconstructtheworld.etsy.com/

http://www.deconstructtheworld.com/

http://www.flickr.com/photos/deconstructtheworld/

New Collection: Edwardian Couture

Louisa Edwardian Couture Vintage Locket Necklace

Portrait of Miss Eden 1905 by John Singer Sargent

Eloise Edwardian Couture Vintage Crystal Prism Necklace

The Edwardian period is my latest inspiration for this new line of Edwardian Couture Jewelry. This decade marked the full flowering of Parisian haute couture as the arbiter of styles and silhouettes for women of all classes. Designers sent fashion models or mannequins to the Longchamp races wearing the latest styles, and fashion photographs identified the creators of individual gowns. In 1908, a new silhouette emerged from Callot Soeurs, Vionnet at the house of Doucet, and most importantly, Paul Poiret. The styles were variously called Merveilleuse, Diréctoire, and Empire after the fashions of the turn of the nineteenth century, which they resembled in their narrow skirts and raised waistlines.

The style and fashion of the Edwardian period is very moody and romantic. I love the form-fitting gowns with high or indefined waists, or ankle-length skirts and long tunic-like jackets, and required a different "straight line" corset. It is such a richly refined era filled with grace and elegance. It was the starting point for my new inspiration in designing jewelry with a vintage feel and romantic drama. I hope you will enjoy this new line as much as I have enjoyed designing and creating it. You can see more of this new collection at: http://www.voleurdebijoux.etsy.com/

Fabulous CAKE Flyer ~ Feb 2009 Coupons!

CAKE Team's Fabulous FEB 2009 Flyer
FREE Coupons & Special Promotions

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To celebrate the romantic month of February, our CAKE Team will be offering some great sales and coupon offers for your shopping pleasure. You can click on this flyer and check out some fabulous Coupons for the following shops listed below. Just use the code "CAKE" when you place your order to receive your special coupon offer. Coupons expire: Feb. 28th, 2009

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Thank you so much for your wonderful and amazing support! Have a Happy Valentine's Day from our CAKE Team!

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