SNS Tomorrow!! Keep an eyeball out!!

With the new year came new jewelry at JuliaCatherine.etsy.com and also some new plans. This year Julia Catherine Jewelry will be participating in one SNS (saturday night special) Sale per month. That's one saturday a month you can count on saving money on your favorite pieces of jewelry, secret free item(s) in my shop or free shipping. SNS sales start a 5pm EST and end by 6am EST Sunday morning. So stop on by this weekend, do a little shopping, search for my free secret item and have fun!
xoxo Julia Catherine

Valentine's Day Items

Well Valentine's Day is upon us! Just about 5 more weeks till it's that day for sweethearts. I have created a few new *special* things for Valentine's Day. First item is this sweet "kissing sweethearts necklace" i have made this one from nearly all vintage materials. The Brass chain, the brass charm and Flower are all vintage. Keep in mind there are only 6 of these necklace available. So this would be considered a Limited Edition. This would be a cute gift for your sweetheart or anyone who collects valentine's day things. Mention my blog in your notes to seller and get free shipping on this item- just make sure to wait for a revised paypal invoice!

The second new item is a sterling silver handforged heart pendant. This is a classic style, i have created and elaborated on this one many different ways. This particular one is a cross over heart made from 16 gauge wire. The wire has been formed, soldered and then hammered on both sides to create this awesome finish.
xoxo
JuliaCatherine

What's New Julia Catherine?

I haven't blogged in a bit, but don't think i haven't been busy. That's why i haven't been blogging because i have been so busy!

So new things are JuliaCatherine.etsy.com Where do i start? When i started on etsy i was hoping to build a customer base by creating inexpensive-well made- costume jewelry as well as offering my metalsmithed jewelry creations. Doing this i was hoping to build a customer base quickly and have a following of people while i slowly add more handforged artisan pieces to my shop. This- i feel has been successful. I have built a fan base and they just cannot get enough of my creations. With the new year dawning i was anxiously awaiting the arrival of many new supplies. These supplies ranging from Sterling Silver wire to strands of gemstone beads. For many weeks i had been sketching and having all these ideas rolling around in my head.

There are many new pieces in my etsy store as well as the old favorites. New styles and the older styles.

One new favorite is the pebble earrings. They are made from lengths of sterling silver wire, shaped into off shaped rounds/ovals and then soldered and hammered. For an extra touch i have added green aventurine and blue agate beads that almost look like a fringe. These earrings are pretty long, but would feel amazing cascading down your neck.

Another favorite is the pearl bowl ring. The pearl bowl ring is based on a ring i saw in an antique store. That ring was made of gold nugget and a pearl in the center. My take on the ring is a more modern version in sterling silver.

I love this scroll necklace. This is the second i have made and each one is different but the same basic design. That is why i love it. Each is unique just like the wearer.


Keep coming back to read more about my newest creations!
xoxo Julia Catherine

The Project of the Year!

The new year has brought new ideas and new creative focus for many. A fellow crafter has started a project called the "create -a- day" project. The create a day project is current a blog in which crafters post their newest creations in daily. I blog about my newest jewelry creations, my ideas for the project and my other craft projects. The idea of the create a day project is to inspire people to CREATE something everyday. Even if its not 100%, we want you to put your mind and your hands to work and do it. The Create a day blog is also someplace you can turn to for inspiration, if your having a dull day and need a bit of a pick me up. So please click on one of the links and take a look at the blog, join if you feel like you can make the promise to create something everyday and contribute to the blog. Thanks for reading!
Julia Catherine

Gift Guide-Your Coworker or Secret Santa

Love it or hate it, buying gifts for coworker or the office secret santa is a necessary evil. I personally love it! Are you stuck? Allow me to make some suggestions from the wonderful selection of handmade jewelry i have at JuliaCatherine.etsy.com. If your looking to spend about $25 the Swarovski pearl and Earrings set is a good way to go. I personally love the look of pearls and chain combined. This necklace is gorgeous. Just click on the photo to go directly to the listing.

The "earthy" co worker. The leafy brass branch earrings would be great for her. They are made from brass leaf stampings and embellished with vintage beads, green flowers and other earthy toned beads.

Your bestest girlfriend co worker- you whine over how so and so is a jerk and how your boss doesn't know how to tuck in his shirt or tie his tie because his wife left him. She would probably love the sterling silver tear necklace with a blue chalcedony accent bead. Or a pair of sterling silver circle earrings.

Your lady boss- If your boss is a lady no doubt that she LOVES earrings. You want to get on her good side. These earrings are my one of my personal favorites. The filigree drop earrings, with a swarovski crystal accent bead. They are only $15 at JuliaCatherine.etsy.com but she will think you spent way more. These are sure to get you in her good graces for at least another year.

So whichever you choose, im sure you have made an awesome decision. and I make it super easy too. Everything from JuliaCatherine.etsy.com comes in a gift box with a signature burgundy red ribbon. All ready to give!

Gifts for your childs KEEP teacher, YMCA counselor or other daycare.

For the people who have the job of taking care of your children all year round. The YMCA counselors, KEEP teachers and other daytime caregivers/ babysitters. There are a ton of items that they would love from JuliaCatherine.etsy.com but you can understand most of these items may not be child friendly.

These are people you may not chat with alot but want to get them something nice. Do they wear earrings? If so I would like to suggest the leafy bits earrings. They dangle a modest 1 inch, and are very petite otherwise. These are probably best for caregivers of school age children.

For caregivers of younger children a bracelet may be a better idea for worktime. This gorgeous bracelet made with round faceted brown and red glass beads is gorgeous and doesnt have alot of charms or any things that could risk hurting baby.

Of course you don't need to buy her something she can wear to work. Caregivers have lives outside of caring for our children. Im sure you could find many other things from JuliaCatherine.etsy.com that would be sure to please! And when in doubt JuliaCatherine.etsy.com has Gift certificates! Just shoot me an email at JuliaCatherineJewelry@gmail.com if you would like a denomination that is not listed. Useable on any items in my shop and NO expiration date.

Gifts for Your Best Friend Or Sister

The gift giving season is in full swing and JuliaCatherine.etsy has a ton of things for great gifts. Today im going to spotlight a few things i think would be great for your best friend or sister.

Circle Jewelry is HOT this season and so are hammered metals. Why not take it a step further and buy your Sis this gorgeous Hammered Sterling Silver Necklace. Handmade by Julia Catherine this necklace is a gift she is sure to LOVE, I know I would! Click on the photo to go directly to the listing.

Why not go for a matching set? Juliacatherine.etsy.com has earrings to match the hammered sterling circle necklace. There is the single circle for a more demure friend or sister.

Is she a bit more daring? Then may I suggest the double sterling hammered circle earrings? YES I said DOUBLE! These are amazing and perfect for a night out on the town. Maybe a girls night out? I would say so.
So whichever you pick im sure shes going to love anything from JuliaCatherine.etsy.com. Stay Tuned for more great gift ideas! And as always to cover all bases you can add priority mail shipping and/or insurance to your order to ensure quick delivery!