Sunshine and lollipops and new photos for the ShelyChic Studio Shop...

Last week's dreary (yet much needed) storms have passed and I had the chance to shoot some new items for the ShelyChic Studio Shop on Etsy.

I've been digging into the new beads for a few projects. I've also had the chance to upcycle some old jewelry into new ShelyChic designs.

A sample of photos are included in this post...Calcite, Yellow Jade & Crystal ShelyChic Bracelet; Charming Bubbles Photo Frame ShelyChic Necklace with Crystal & Vintage Button Accent; Looks Like Candy Miracle Bead ShelyChic Bracelet with Vintage Button Charm [SOLD!].

Almost Aurora Borealis

Remember the fabulous Aurora Borealis crystal jewelry? This warm, pink, fire-polish, Czech glass crystal reminded me of the celebrated sparkling vintage accent.

Etched flower beads accent the crystals on this precious ShelyChic bracelet. 8" with easy-on, silver-tone, toggle clasp.

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Bead Show!

I've spent many of the last few weeks making tons of gifts, but I haven't had time to post anything to the blog or ShelyChic Studio on Etsy.

When I stopped to make pieces, I realized I was a bit bored with the ShelyChic stash. I hadn't been bead shopping in ages and was just a few beads short of inspiration...with tons of half-finished projects and many unposted pieces.

Enter...a tiny ad in the local paper promoting a Bead Show at the Expo Center. I was so excited to shop for some new beads that I took an early leave from work on Friday, collected my son early from school and ran across town for a shopping spree.

My son Noble loves shopping for beads. He was delighted when the seller referred to little gems he found on the floor as "pocket beads.") Translation: Noble could collect them and put them in his pocket.)

While Noble rummaged for fallen treasures, I sorted through nearly 2,000 pounds of vintage crystal, handmade buttons, Czech firepolish crystal, Indian beads and gemstones. I picked up some common crystal and a few uncommon finds - including vintage alabaster pearl form beads, West German glass beads and hand-painted glass buttons.

I can't wait to get started on some new projects, but took a few moments (despite the rain) to shoot some existing pieces and post online in the ShelyChic Studio on Etsy.