It's been TOOOO LONG!!!!

Wow, what a January it has been. It's been quite some time since my last blog. I don't mean to neglect my blog, but I have been so busy including a 10 day trip to Hong Kong. It's been five years since my last visit and it was great to go back. I should be heading back in another six months and will hopefully take pictures next time to share on my post.

I am feverishly trying to get my wholesale line list together to start sending to stores in February. That has been my goal for the last six months but it's been a slow process. My goal is to be in at least 10 stores by the end of the year.

I am also trying to narrow down my retail shows for next year. I may only do six or so. 2010 was a trial period for shows and I know now what shows NOT to do and which have been successful for me.

I also applied for the wholesale division of my ETSY group and am looking forward to working with more wholesale people.

So far, 2011 has treated me very well. I hope it's been wonderful to you as well!

Bead Trends- January 2011

What a way to start out the new year! One of my really fun bracelets similar to the one above is featured in this months Bead Trends!

I took a piece of copper, hammered it, added patina, filed it and finished it. I also added some really great combo of semi precious beads in some beautiful contrasting colors to finish it off.

I have a whole series of these bracelets, check out my etsy shop for more info!

Happy New Year!!

I love the idea of new beginnings!

I am starting off the new year right. I am making a major change by starting a new "day" job and am very excited about it. I have also set really big goals for my jewelry business and am looking forward to concentrating on the wholesale side! I'm going to be very busy finalizing my line list in the next month to start sending out to stores and press.

A new year, a new beginning!

How are you starting out the new year?