seeing it through - exploring new designs

this summer has been a welcome friend

one i haven't seen in some time

but the kind you relate to instantly

despite years apart

she's open and adventurous

no rushes or pressures

the luxury of playing has returned

and i DO mean playing

creating in my studio has been rejuvenating

i'm exploring new territories

and the excitement seeps from the kiln

fusing itself to the copper

existing almost as if nature

it was meant to be there

organic

how's your summer play?

xo,

Lynsey

soft summer whispers

i'm feeling more gentle than usual

wearing earrings more soft

beautiful shades,

laces and ruffles

these are my new little favs in shop

sigh... light, glowing, effervescent

in cleaning my old room at my parents' house

i came across some of my poetry

what a terrific reminder to set time aside

to observe and imagine

i'm hoping to write a bit more this summer

perhaps in my dainty earrings

with a glass of sun tea :)

hope your July is going swimmingly!

-L

Queen Anne's Lace : ode to the fields of summer

one of the many things i enjoy about etsy is the option of creating

a tribute of sorts

to the lovely items and artists

a "Treasury"

inspired by last weekend at "the farm"

and the oceans of Queen Anne's Lace...

i created this collection:

now, i haven't created a treasury in a while...

but i have hopes this little beauty

may make it to the front pages

to be enjoyed by many!

hope you're staying cool!

xo,

Lynsey

here we go : pictures from the farm 2010

finally snagged a few photos from our farm trip
the skies were endlessly beautiful


as were the bluffs, meadows, river, pond, and trails through the forest
and a puppy friend who found us along the way


i need land
exciting to think in the not too distant future
there will be a place of earth
where Patrick and I will call our home

a weekend of blue country skies

just returned from a lovely getaway on a remote Missouri farm

i n c r e d i b l e

the weather was more than cooperative
allowing us to flock on the path to and from the river
spend hours floating in the lake

and at night wonder how big the universe is
as our eyes ponder the Milky Way
shooting stars and planets

i wish photos could do justice to the sunsets and starlight

perhaps unrelated... but certainly an ode to the open blue sky
i created these enameled stud earrings
(of which i proudly own a similar pair)


i managed to use my beer to

any adventures on your end this weekend?
xo,
Lynsey

pretty things before the weekend

catch a glimpse of these

my mother has grown the most beautiful hydrangea blossoms

and we're praying they are here next June

Patrick and I have set our wedding date for June 25, 2011 !

and wouldn't it be nice if these could make an appearance?

i love everything about these...

their petals, shape, and color

after some bargain hunting

my collection of tiny glass vases is well underway

ah, the kitchen is full of cuteness at the moment.

i'm tickled...

pink

ah, yes, we Phelps love a good pun

hope everyone has a blessed weekend!

i'm off to a little getaway with some pals

cheers,

Lyns

Walking Barefoot in the Grass : summer goodness

walking barefoot in the dirt and grass is something i long for

especially when i'm stuck in the city for too long

sometimes the will is so strong when i drive home from campus

i'll pull over to a remote road

open the doors and plop my feet onto the Midwest's floor

i'm not sure exactly what it is

but i feel more connected to myself

the world

and the people i love

so simple really

all it requires is a moderately picked up lawn or field

and your willingness to kick off those shoes

perhaps your sole will get dirty

but not your other one

if yours is like mine

it needs the soil

the tickle of grasslings

sunshine warmth

so thankful summer is here!

what's something you get the urge for in the summer?

xo,

Lyns

feeling sweet : new enamel post earrings

ladylike or daring?

perhaps it's all in the way you wear them

i had fun playing around with a pair i made (for me!)

don't worry... there's a matching pair for someone else out there too

a large enamel stud earring pair

these have my earlobes adorned

i feel refined... even the old shirt being worn

it's so refreshing getting ample time to hop in the studio

i want to continue

making

exploring

and discovering

armed with saw blades, files, and a kiln

i'm sure there's more to come

this summer

how's your summer going so far??

-L