Jewelry With a Twist! Featuring- Twisted Sisters' Designs

When it comes to jewelry, I tend to pick pieces that are unique, standing out as much as I do! Or pieces to remind me of memories, distant but not forgotten.

I have a vibrant personality, and I am in love with colors.

I love all things earthy and celestial.

When I pick jewelry, I pick pieces that speak to me.

I really appreciate jewelry that is handmade, allowing you feel the love and effort that was put into it. This is why I love the gals at Twisted Sister's Designs, and the wonderful jewelry their beautiful minds dream up. 

I was sent the most gorgeous pendant.

Hand painted, and full of love.

Be sure to check out their website! 

Twisted Sisters' Designs offers many one of a kind pieces!

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Disclosure: I received the above item/s in return for an honest, sincere review. I was not expected to leave a positive review, and would never post something I didn't feel fully confident in. No monetary compensation was provided. The above opinion is the sole opinion of me and my family, and may differ from your own. I am disclosing in accordance with FTC 16 CFR Part 255. 

Piece of the Week: Noonday Collection

Lately I have had a fascination with jewelry. Bracelets, cuffs in particular, are my new obsession. I often find myself browsing around online for literally hours a day looking at all kinds of beautiful pieces of jewelry. Pieces that make me smile, pieces that bring back fond memories, and pieces that get my imagination running.

When I saw the new Featherweight Cuff from the Noonday Collection, I had to have it. It is so beautiful, I am in awe every time I put it on. I just sit and explore the etchings with my eyes, absorbing ideas for some artwork of my very own.

 I have the perfect thing to try to etch something wonderful into. I will share that in due time! 

This bracelet has been on my wrist Every. Single. Day. since it arrived in the mail. I am absolutely in love, and I know you will be too! It is a treasure. It is made with love in Vietnam using sustainably harvested buffalo horn, so the shades vary. It would be awesome to own a couple different ones, which is totally doable at only $46 per piece! Just look at how intricate it is:

I absolutely adore how it looks when I am wearing it. I have already gotten so many compliments. I am used to strangers grabbing my arm and touching my tattoo (yes, that literally happens almost every time I go out. My boyfriend thinks it's a riot.. :| ) But now people are doing the same thing to get a good look at this cuff. I cannot believe the reaction it is getting! It is rather beautiful, so I guess it is to be expected. Everyone is shocked when I tell them it was less than $50! Not only do you score a great piece of jewelry when you make a purchase, but your purchase actually restores dignity to the abandoned women in Ethiopia, empowers communities in Ecuador, and creates business opportunities for Ugandans! 

How cool is that?!
(read their story here)

The Featherweight Cuff is new to the Noonday Collection, but I imagine it will be going fast! There are a few pieces I think would pair nicely with the cuff, so I attempted to make a style guide collage. 

If you have any tips or know of any apps to use, feel free to leave them in the comments.

 a. Featherweight Cuff- $46

b. Hanoi Necklace- $52

c. Terracotta Rope Necklace- $52

d. Cow Horn Hoops- $28

I am anxious to take a sneak peek at their Winter 2014 Lookbook (coming out Oct. 9). Their pieces are epically gorgeous, so I cannot wait to see what their newest collection will hold! Make sure to check it out!

Disclosure: I received the above item/s in return for an honest, sincere review. I was not expected to leave a positive review, and would never post something I didn't feel fully confident in. No monetary compensation was provided. The above opinion is the sole opinion of me and my family, and may differ from your own. I am disclosing in accordance with FTC 16 CFR Part 255. 

I Missed You Guys!- a BIG Giveaway!!

I know, I know.

I am not the best at being consistent. But I try my best, I promise! Although I have been blogging, I haven't hosted a giveaway in quite some time. I decided why not make it up to you guys by hosting a giveaway with multiple AWESOME prizes?! I hope you can forgive me :)

In my absence, I started a new blog! I wanted to separate my homestead life from my blog life to make it easier on me and my readers. If you would like to check it out, please follow the link below:

Homestead Houston

Feel free to leave a comment below letting me know you entered! 
Thanks so much for stopping by! It means a lot :)
Especially since these prizes are coming out of my own pocket this time!
(I heard paid bribery works!)

Good luck! And I hope to see you on my new blog!

Open WORLDWIDE to everyone 18 years of age and older. The giveaway will end on 3/31/15.The winners will be chosen randomly, and will be contacted by email. They will have 48 hours to contact me back to claim their prizes.  

Prizes are as follows:

1st Prize- $50 VISA Gift Card
2nd Prize- Susan Meier Quartz Line Necklace
3rd Prize- $25 VISA Gift Card
3rd & 4th Prize- $10 VISA Gift Card

a Rafflecopter giveaway

 

Feeling Good Vibes from Native Vibe Style Jewelry

I own a lot of pretty jewelry. 

I love every single piece.

But some of them seem to speak to me.

The Whisperer Necklace from Native Vibe Style

 is exactly that type of piece. It is a natural white druzy with brown grizzly and light gray feathers. It was cleared and charged with positive energy especially for me. Your pieces would be cleared for you as well!

How cool is that?!

The jewelry from Native Vibe Style is gorgeous as well as unique in it's own way. Each piece is hand selected by Jasmine, a certified Reiki Master. She intuitively picks each piece before sending it. You can really feel her good vibes behind each piece, making it an experience to remember the first time you put the jewelry on. Continuing to make you smile from each wear thereafter.

For those who don't know, Reiki is a combination of two words. Rei meaning "Higher Power" and Ki meaning "Life Force Energy", coming together to mean "spiritually guided life force energy". It is a Japanese technique for stress relief and relaxation. Reiki also promotes healing. When life force energy is low, we tend to get sick more often and be more stressed. Reiki is not a religion, and has dogma. You should really look into it! :)

 

 ^the feather is wet because my dog decided to taste it.. haha

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Shop for Jayu- Unique Jewelry for UNDER $60!

I am a lover of jewelry. I enjoy playing up my outfits a bit with something shiny. 

I recently discovered an adorable company named Shop for Jayu (Jayu being Korean for Freedom).

They feature tons of cute pieces made by Korean artisans, most of which are priced below $60, making them the perfect inexpensive, yet unique gift for a special lady in your life.

In this case, I am my own special lady!

I couldn't stop drooling over this Silver Branch necklace, and had to have it for myself! I put it on as soon as it came in the mail, and have worn it several times since. It goes great with other Jayu pieces, as well as with some pieces from their sister site Psalms 91:1 Accessories.

I am so in love with this necklace!

I have always been an earthy, tree-hugging type of gal.

So if this isn't the piece you are looking for, take a look at the style guide I created below featuring perfect gifts for you or a friend (for under $20!)

 a. Geo Square Gold Earrings- $18

b. Kendall Silver Bracelet- SALE! $13.30

c. Silver Branch Necklace- $19

d. Antler Knuckle Ring Set- $15

e. Bronze Leopard Ring- SALE!- $12.60

f. Macoron Green Bracelet- $15

g. Dear Deer Earrings- $10

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**Giveaway TBA!**

 Disclosure: I received the above item/s in return for an honest, sincere review. I was not expected to leave a positive review, and would never post something I didn't feel fully confident in. No monetary compensation was provided. The above opinion is the sole opinion of me and my family, and may differ from your own. I am disclosing in accordance with FTC 16 CFR Part 255. 

 

Feel the Positive Energy with this Gorgeous Quartz Line Necklace from Susan Meier Jewelry

Before indulging you in all the wonderfulness that is Susan Meier Jewelry, I must fill you in on my fascination with stones. I am, and always have been, a very earth person. I am easily mesmerized by things that most people probably don't even notice. I tend to pocket rocks from my random adventures as I can feel the epicness that went into forming them. You can find them stashed in all corners of my home, tucked away in nooks and crannys, boxes, and drawers, flooding me with memories every time I happen upon them.

I take time to close my eyes when the wind blows, inhaling until my lungs threaten to burst. When I come across a trickling stream, I always slip my shoes off and dip my toes in. I see the textures, I inhale the aromas, I embrace all that is living and natural in the world <3

So it should come as no surprise that I have several crystals.
I can't get enough of them!

I love quartz crystals because they can be a great benefit in taking steps towards personal growth. Quartz strengthens the energy that you put out, making the steps towards your personal growth easier. The amplified energy that is sent back to you from the quartz crystal helps you make positive attitude changes until they actually become part of who you are. Now before you get ahead of yourself, the crystal is not going to do all of the work! It is always up to you if you decide to change your attitude :)

Susan Meier Jewelry is made by two lovely sisters, Susan and Allyson in the beautiful Philadelphia, PA. I love how everything they make is hand crafted and natural, using things such as rough cut gemstones, freshwater pearls, gold vermeil and sterling silver. Their pieces are unique, modern, and created to be mixed and matched (which I love!).

I chose the Long Quartz Line Necklace. It is stunning!

 

I loved watching it as it playfully swayed with the wind.

I created a style guide with pieces I would love to mix and match!:

a.) Long Quartz Line Necklace- $52

b.) Quartz Earrings- #38

c.) Druzy Wrap Bracelet- White Circle- sold out :(

d.) Signature Ring- $50

I think you deserve to spoil yourself! 

Or at least spoil someone else :)

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Stay tuned for a giveaway featuring a piece (almost)just like the one I reviewed!

Disclosure: I received the above item/s in return for an honest, sincere review. I was not expected to leave a positive review, and would never post something I didn't feel fully confident in. No monetary compensation was provided. The above opinion is the sole opinion of me and my family, and may differ from your own. I am disclosing in accordance with FTC 16 CFR Part 255.