Off to the Olde Depot JUNKtion!!

Yesterday was a doozy of a day! The truck is loaded, jewelry is priced, I didn’t give up, but truly wondered if I would be successful!

So excited about the show!!

We are going to have So. Much. Fun!!

Hope you can join us!!

Have a FUNtastic weekend!
Kris

A Snapshot of Earrings

A Snapshot of earrings that will be available at the Olde Depot JUNKtion show this weekend.

Have a terrific sunny day! Kris

A Quick Glimpse

Funny thing about time, it just keeps ticking… Moving forward!

I am making chains like a mad woman today!!

I am never going to get all my photos taken so I will probably have to give up on it and take photos of my favorites.

Here are three of my fav’s

My backgrounds are treasures from my Grandparents estate.

Okay, back to making chains! Have a lovely day!! Kris

Treasures & Displays

A few quick photos today… The necklace above one of my fav’s… Funky vintage hinge pictured on a box from my Grandparent’s estate.

The same necklace pictured on a cool little book I bought at the sale… Notice the Tiffany’s Ad… The book is from 1911.
Here is another shot of the ad.

And I an not sure what this was, but it is going to be a part of my new jewelry display… I remember seeing it in my Grandparents attic. I quickly laid some necklaces on it.

I am going to have to be a little more deliberate with their placement.

Hope you are having a magical day! Kris

Love! Love! Love!

Good Morning My Friends!
It was a whirlwind of a weekend and this week is going to fly by too.

I am feeling pressure (self induced) to try to accomplish everything I want/need to accomplish prior to the weekend. It is finally here! The Okde Depot JUNKtion! I am incredibly excited, especially about my display! For Mother’s Day, Tom and the kids built me a frame for a burlap background. I can’t wait to show you pics!

Saturday we had a blast at the Cystic Fibrosis walk. Two families in our circle of friends have children that are affected and they are the most amazing people! Thankful to have been
A part if it. I have some cute pics but they are stuck on my camera and I need to charge it to get to them.

Later in the day, the boys were four-wheeling down by the river.

Oh. My. Word.

This was earlier, before his buddy got stuck in the mud! Wish I had thought to take pics later!

Keegan gave me a ride down to see the muddy mess his friend was in!

And his friend had to be towed out. Good lessons!

Yesterday was bittersweet. It was the auction of my Grandparents Estate. It is sad to see so many years of amazing collectible items sold at an action. Items their loving hands touched over the years. There was more emotion behind the scenes, but I won’t go into that here.

The sweet part was that I did “win” some pretty fantastic items.

The moment I saw it, I knew that this was the item that I wanted. It is very primitive, kind of rough, but totally me. I am pretty confident it was at my Grandparent’s hardware store they used to own.

It took forever to get to it. I was filled with nervousness and anticipation! Can I tell you that I was in shock that apparently someone else wanted it as much as I did… A bidding war ensued, and I was the victor!! I payed way more than I wanted to, had some regretful thoughts about spending so much, but I am incredibly thankful I got it. This morning I woke with a happy feeling that it will stay in the family!

My jewelry trays fit perfectly!

I know my Grandpa would have wanted me to have it.

I bought some cool architectural wood elements too, super excited about taking photos with some of my family treasures.

Love! Love! Love this white architectural piece.

It’s kind of dark & gloomy out this morning so the light wasn’t perfect for photos, but I had to show you!

I hope you have an amazing day!!
Kris

Meet Noble (No Bull)

It was a crazy week. Fun… Jam packed… Fulfilling.

I had a fun girls day with my friends on Thursday. We went to many garage sales. (Missed you G!) We had a fantastic dinner outside on the patio at a local restaurant.

I found some incredible vintage treasures… And found a treasure trove of volleyball clothing, brand new with tags on! Truly a lucky day!!

Yesterday I had a fun visit with Melissa and her Mom, stopped at a few antique stores.

I had a joyful visit with my sister at her store, Bloom Coffee & Floral. I took a few pics of her latest work to show you.

Meet Noble (actually NOBULL) lol. She is incredibly talented!

Here he is settled in his current home.

And here is my sister’s spring vignette.

I found the coolest rusty old drawers that I hoped would work for a display for all of my new cuffs…
I am so excited, they work perfectly!

And look who’s helping me take photos …
Mr Putter!

We celebrated the final track meet of the season last night… Brr. It was ccccold!

I am creating with a vengeance for my upcoming show. Hope you are having a terrific weekend! Kris

Happy Days!!

Happy Mother’s Day wishes to each and every one of you (Belated! Sorry!)

Special Mother’s Day wishes to my Mom! So thankful to have her with us to CeLEbRaTe!!

For all of you selfless Moms, I hope someone pampered you!!

My kids (and sweet husband) did a fantastic job of pampering me Saturday. It was so much fun! And we had a fun family day Sunday!

I have been creating with a vengeance since that time. Having a blast…

Here are a couple of my newest…

Okay, time to get back to work!
Have a great day! Kris

Vintage Brilliance Button Necklace

I have been coveting this vintage button for quite a few months… The brilliance of the sparkle is unmatched.

It is tricky to capture the brilliance in a photo…

Wish u were here to see it! Hope you are having a FUNtastic Friday!

New Cuff Bracelet & The Elusive Camera Charm

Oh my gosh… I have been looking for days for a camera charm hidden in my inventory. I know I ordered it a year or do ago… In fact I have a photo of the charm within my orders placed and I remember touching it.

I have searched through my 70 plus containers of beads and elements so many times in the last couple of weeks. After a few days, I ordered another one because I did not want to keep my sweet and patient customer waiting. I figured it would turn up as soon as I placed the order, but no such luck! The charm finally arrived yesterday and I created her necklace in a snap trying to make it to the post office before closing.

Drat, but I arrived a few moments too late. This photographer’s necklace is finally enroute to it’s incredibly patient owner in Wisconsin.

I have another cuff bracelet to show you. I am building up my inventory for the upcoming Olde Depot JUNKtion. We are going to have so much fun. I hope you can join us!

I believe I have created about 8 new cuffs recently.

I am soon off to another track meet. This one should be a joyful experience. The sun is shining, the birds are singing and it is a happy day in Minnesota.
I hope your day is happy too! Kris

New Treasures

Some new treasures…

I had to fit a little antiquing in over the weekend.

I found some if the most amazing vintage rhinestone costume jewelry.
I am super excited to create with my new loot.

Time to buckle down and keep building my inventory.

May today bring you great joy!
Kris

From FlipFlops to Boots

Earlier in the week, I enjoyed wearing flipflops… The sunshine on my toesies felt so fantastic.

Suddenly I had to switch back to my boots. Ugh. The temps have been sooooo cold. Low 30′s and chance if flurries. Not typical weather for spring.

I have so much jewelry to photograph. I created this minty bluesy necklace the other day. I really have to work on finding time to take photos.

I hope you are having an enjoyable weekend, even if your toes are warm and cozy in boot. Kris

Happy May Day!

Monday all three of my children had their first spring sporting events after three weeks of weather delays. It was a gorgeous sunny day. The temp was a warm and happy 74 degrees. Kya and Sawyer had track. Keegan had an away golf meet.

I took a photo of Sawyer throwing discus, I must admit I wanted to get out there and take a spin with it, just to see if I could still do it. For the sake of Sawyer, I resisted the temptation! He didn’t need the public humiliation!

He also ran the hurdles and did the high hump. He got the highest jump for his grade on his team. Pretty cool for just learning.

Kya ran three relays and hurdles. Kya’s friend captured a fantastic photo of Kya mid jump.

(Photography Credit Samantha Torborg)

Keegan had a fun time golfing in his first JV Meet and he was happy with his performance.

Today is May Day! I hope someone leaves a May Day basket and dings your doorbell! Our May Day surprise is a 30% chance of snow today!!

Here are a few more pics from my muffin tin challeng

Tones of greens and blues…

Hope you have a Happy May Day!! Kris

Muffin Tin: Self Challenge

As I was browsing through my containers the other day, I started sorting fun and brightly colored elements into my vintage muffin tin. I lean toward creating neutral colored jewelry and I have received feedback requesting more bright colors.

I decided to hold my own little muffin tin challenge to inspire me to create more brightly colored jewelry.

I decided to hold my own little muffin tin challenge to inspire me to create more brightly colored jewelry.

I will be showing you more photos over the next few days.

It is so easy to create this way because it takes less time sorting through my containers to find similar colors.

Have a FUNtastic day! Kris

Sunshiny Day & a New Bangle

I have been a little worker bee lately… And yes I have been creating in my PJ’s! Gosh, they are just so comfy!

I created this bangle yesterday. I think I like it. Still need to experiment a little.

Our current temp is 54 degrees!! Finally spring shows her sunshiny smile on us!!

I hope you have the sun streaming in your windows on this gorgeous day! Kris

Regrouping and Reflecting

Thankfully the past few days have been at a slower pace for us and has offered some time to regroup and reflect.

The Creatives Retreat was everything I hoped for and more. The students in my classes were fun and fabulous. I truly enjoyed how they made each project their own while using my design. It was truly a unique experience to meet some Facebook friends in person and many of us giggled through the night into the wee hours of morning. Linda selected a gorgeous location in Lake Geneva and organized a smoothly run event.

It may take me a few more days to catch up on my sleep, but the memories I will treasure for a lifetime!

With our last dose of snow a few days ago, my kids track meets and golf meets have been cancelled through the rest of the week and weekend. That completes three full weeks of cancelations due to unusually late snowfall. We are hoping spring will appear soon! Our fingers and toes are crossed that we will reach the predicted 70 degree weather for the weekend. Yipppeeeee!

I am now gearing up production for the Olde Depot JUNKtion on Memorial Day weekend. I am super excited for this event and hope you can join us!

Have a fabulous day! Kris

Celebrating Creatives

I woke up at 3am yesterday to drive to Wisconsin for the Creatives Retreat. I was so grateful to have arrived the entire trip without a hint of snow or ice!

It has been so much fun connecting with many friends that I have met online over the past year and a half and meeting new friends. We had a fabulous meal at the incredible resort on Lake Geneva that we are staying at.

We giggled until almost 1am last night until I crashed into a deep slumber.

I have so much to tell you, but I am afraid it will have to wait as I have to get my bells on and prepare for the day ahead.

This is the view out of the room that we dined in last night.

More fun stories ahead. Have a joyful day! Kris

Bluesy Turquoise Love!

Happy Monday!

I am very excited about the upcoming week! It is a major week! Trying to get all of my ducks in a row for the crazy week ahead.

I am hoping for good weather for my drive to Wisconsin!! I am incredibly excited for this retreat! We are going to have so much fun and I wish you were all joining us!

I am sharing a little Bluesy Turquoise Love today. I made this necklace the other day. Notice my new chain. I am so excited about it, but I only have it in limited quantities. I wish I could get more!!!

Have a FUNtastic Monday! Kris

Heart. Full.

Today I have a full heart. I am so grateful for so many positives:

Keegan is making an incredible recovery, the last week has found me awestruck. He ditched the crutches and all pain meds by Tuesday, removed all of the stitches himself by Wednesday and yesterday went the full day without both boots. Seriously in awe of this kid. Truly grateful for no surgeries in the horizon!

We are on our way to the last volleyball tourney of the season. It has been such a rewarding experience.

Looking forward to an incredible week. Hope you have a Heart Full too!
Kris

Sweet Birdies & Class Preparation

The sweet birds are flying around in the snow covered trees. Usually Robins are a sign of spring. Poor birdies, I think they are looking for sunshine and berries and they found snow banks and icicles. We must have received about 10 inches of snowfall with more heading our way. We did not have the ice storms that plagued Southern Minnesota and put much of the southern state into a state of emergency, without power and heat. My heart goes out to the families suffering. Brrrr. Hopefully they will quickly restore services.

Yesterday was a great snow day. I got all of my kits created for my classes next week at Lake Geneva. Super excited about connecting with old friends and new friends!

Here are two of the jewelry pieces I will be teaching at the Creatives Retreat. There is still time to register!!!

Have a warm and safe day!
Kris

Peeking Out My Window: Brrr.

Brrrrr… Another snow day! Another make up day too!

Enjoying the moment though! My kids are sleeping in and relaxing. It is quite frosty out there!

Here is my wishful spring necklace… Eventually we will have spring, right?

Fly baby, FLY!
Kris