underneath

i'm looking for a little more

beneath the surface of my flesh

into the depths of my mind and spirit

my jewelry is following the lead

something more

lingering quietly beneath

i think so often our potential is covered

by the judgment of others, past experiences,

and unfortunately our own critiques

but it still exists!

our potential will always exist

it takes courage and love to push through

and take a deeper look into what we can be

how we can live better,

love better

i believe love and acceptance can be contagious.

starting within

breaking the opacity and shining outward

our soul can then shine.

we can recognize beauty because we've pushed away our own fog.

down the aisle & across the country

rain is good luck from my understanding

we're on to brilliant and fresh beginnings

it's been nearly a month since we exchanged vows, took each others hands, and celebrated our commitment and relationship with each other and loved ones.

our wedding was a joyous experience

amplified by our love

and those surrounding us with theirs'

i wanted to share a few favorite photos

major photo credit goes to Haley O'Brian: http://www.haleyobrianphoto.blogspot.com/

she captured our moments beautifully :)

(Shannon Dils also took one of these pics! thanks! )

and so our story together grows.

we're settling into our new mountainous surroundings

in the heart of Colorado

hope you're taking the summer extraordinary places!

love,

Lynsey

a soft love: new handmade enamel heart necklace

i've made this necklace in pink, red, and white

which are pretty. i happily wear mine.

but something said to move away from the expected colors

(not to mention i've been working w/ cool hues all summer)

and so this little sweetie has arrived:

i've had such a good summer in the studio

that it'll be hard to leave

i want to keep making

but between classes, school work, internship, job, a long-distance love, and Etsy...

oh yeah : my Thesis

...

it leaves little creative room

so i plan on setting small goals:

create one item a month

yes, it's a small goal...

a start though.!

(a minimum self-quota... which i hope to far surpass)

how do you find the time?

xx,

Lynsey

cooling down from the kiln: new jewelry

i'm keeping my hands and heart busy

these are some new happenings

fresh from my steaming studio

don't know if it's the 95+ degree weather

or my longing for the seaside

but this color is hitting the spot

ah.

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

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

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

summer inspirations

summer has moved swiftly into the Midwest

humidity lingering from evening thunderstorms

waves of sun-convected heat

despite the heavy warmth around me,

i can't help but plunge into the studio

(now that i have a little time from school)

here are some creations that have come about

thank goodness for maintaining so cool and refreshing schemes

::: new ::: handmade enamel jewelry

new in the shop this week!!! :)

let me know your thoughts...
hope everyone had an excellent holiday!

xo,
Lynsey

gimme fresh & cool

OK, you got it, friends!

a perfect piece of handmade jewelry for all year round, but i'm feeling particularly into this piece's cool refreshing color and shape.

maybe it's the heat index of 105˚

this pendant features an intricately pierced piece of copper, which has been enameled on both sides to ensure it's wearer-friendly! One side in cool aqua blue, the other in a deep oceanic blue.

only one! and in shop now :)

... intricacies ... metalwork + enamel

good morning/good night depending on where you are at the moment :)

i'm being an insomniac... probably not good since i have a morning meeting and classes from 9am-5pm tomorrow, but that's not something to worry about till then.

i was just too excited not to pop on here and let you all know some happenings in my shop

slowly and surely i'm introducing some of my most favorite creations in the "Art Nouveau" section in my shop. there you can find these intricately focus jewelry pieces which have all been enameled. (some are even reversible!)

they're unlike anything else i've done. the details are unmatched.
an elegant silhouette. nothing too complicated. just a perfect handmade piece for any occasion.

of course i had to make some "test" pieces for myself! i've worm my on more formal occasions & casually... pretty versitle.

as always, i'd love your input too
hope you all had a wonderful weekend!

xo,
Lynsey