FALLIN’ LEAVES by AURORA DESIGNS JEWELRY
I wanted to share this beautiful WHITE azalea from my back yard with you. It blooms prolifically like this every spring, and, even though it is white, and not full of the colors I usually lean toward, it is one of my favorites!
I want to thank our mentor, muse, teacher, Brenda Sue Lansdowne, of http://www.bsueboutiques.com, where the BEST supplies come from, for everything she did for our BALC class this year. It was quite an undertaking with all the modules and guidance she gave us throughout the three month process! She never waivered. And here we all are at the end of this amazing journey, having learned what it takes to be whatever we choose to be as an artisan creator of mixed media jewelry.
Today is the FINAL REVEAL of our lines. As you’ll recall, I chose FALLIN’ LEAVES, as my new line. I used B’sue components almost exclusively and applied my custom colors to several different leaf shapes and sizes, as you will see. So without further ado, here is my line.
These are all earrings on a variety of leaf shapes, embellished with beautiful custom colors and Swarovski flat back crystals, rhinestone cup chain, and no hole pearls. They are in the first level of the pricing pyramid.
Maple Leaf and Oak Leaf Pendant necklaces, colored and highlighted with flower bead caps with pearl centers, a small leaf, custom lampwork coordinating beads, and chains with lobster claw clasps. These necklaces are in the second pricing tier of the pyramid.
These gorgeous dapped, curved, leaves are accented with custom colors, and flower bead caps with Swarovski flat back crystal centers, a small leaf, coordinating custom lampwork beads, rhinestone cup chain, small rolo and round link chains with lobster claw clasps. All of these necklaces are in the second tier of the pricing pyramid.
These Feather Leaf Bracelets have been colored or buffed back to reveal color underneath. They are accented with flower bead caps with Swarovski crystal centers, small leaves, coordinating lampwork beads, and beautiful chains with lobster claw clasps. They are in the second pricing tier of the pyramid.
The custom colored large leaf Pendant Necklaces are enhanced with flower bead caps with no hole pearls or Swarovski flat back crystals, small leaves, lampwork beads and 22″ rolo chains with lobster claw clasps.
The Feather Leaf Necklaces are matching to the bracelets above, and have matching earrings, so can be bought as sets.
These Necklaces are also in the second tier of the pricing pyramid…”The Sweet Spot”!
Two Cuffs made with a variety of leaves and colors, with the usual accents and embellishments. I think I am going to add some no hole pearls to the Cuff on the left. The large Maple Leaves in the cuff on the right have been torch colored with no addition of any other colors…aren’t they beautiful? These Cuffs are in the third tier of the pricing pyramid.
This is my top of the line Necklace for my FALLIN’ LEAVES line. It has a variety of leaves, and the double layered custom colored sunflowers make it a Crossover piece for my next line, “SIZZLIN’ SUMMER BLOOMS”!
We all know that neatness counts, and customers definitely want to see that, so here is a photo of the backs of some of my pieces.
Here are a few more colors of Pendant Necklaces that still need chains, and two brooches and a medium assemblage necklace that are waiting for some gorgeous coloring.
I hope you enjoyed seeing my new FALLIN’ LEAVES line. Watch for my new “SIZZLIN’ SUMMER BLOOMS” line in the summer! Thank you so much for visiting again.
Now, it’s time to visit my awesome classmates’ blogs at the list below to see what they created for their new lines. I am excited to see them all, too!! I know we all will appreciate your kind comments.
Brenda Sue Lansdowne Jewelry Making Outside the Box
http://www.bsueboutiques.typepad.com
Diana Buynak Butterfly Emporium Ceramic Studio
http://butterflyemporium.indiemade.com/blog
Irene Hoffman, Heart’s Dezire by Irene
http://www.heartsdezirebyirene.wordpress.com
Clare Wells Nemeth, Creative Magick
http://www.craftingmagick.blogspot.com
Marcia Tuzzolino, Aurora Designs
http://auroradesignsjewelryblog.me
Elizabeth Wilks, Wearable Art by Lizzie
http://wearableartbylizzie.blogspot.com
Jeanette Rose Belmont, One Canvas At A Time
http://www.onecanvasatatime.com
Lyn Joy Reeve, A Journey From Jewels To Jubilation
Beth Trubman, The Journey of Jewelry
http://thejourneyofjewelry.blogspot.com
Carole Carlson, Bead Sophisticate
http://beadsophisticate.wordpress.com
Jann Tague, Clever Designs by Jann
http://janntague.wordpress.com
Shari Gardner, SLG Jewelry Designs
http://slgdesigns.wordpress.com
Chris Kemp, Noodle Pie Bracelets
Susan Bowerman, Woodside Wireworks
Pamela Anger, Novegatti Designs
http://novegattidesigns.blogspot.com
Joan Donovan, Hailey’s Cottage
http://www.allysbaubles.blogspot.com
Sharon Palac, Sharon’s Jewelry Garden
http://www.sharonsjewelrygarden.blogspot.com
https://beebscloset.wordpress.com
Erin Whitacre, Shattered Time Jewelry
https://shatteredtimejewelry.wordpress.com
https://sittonupfront.wordpress.com
Ginger Hammond, Lynn Leigh Designs
https://lynnleighdesigns.wordpress.com
Paula Gaskill, Lovely LaylaBug Jewels
http://www.lovelylaylabugjewels.com/Blog.php
http://theroseswordmdeis.blogspot.com
Renee Webb Allen, Small Stuff Design
Valerie Tilghman, ArtJewelsandGifts
http://www.artjewelzdimensions.blogspot.com
Chris Cravens, Vintage Cravens
http://christinecravens.blogspot.com
Leslie Carver, Adorn Divine Designs
http://www.adorndivinedesigns.blogspot.com
http://jewelrydonna.typepad.com
Gina-Marie Hammer, Tangles, Twists and Treasures
http://tanglestwistsandtreasures.com/blog/
Lovely designs! Colors are so beautiful.
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Thank you so much!
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Oh, how I love leaves! Your designs are truly beautiful! Wishing you continued success!
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Thanks, Donna. Wishing you much success at your venue, too!!
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You have great ideas and i have several pieces of jewelry with leaves I purchased in my travels.
I wish you continued success in all your endeavors!!! JewelryDonna
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Thank you, Donna!!
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I love the colors you were able to achieve, especially that gorgeous blue!
They’re all so different, but they go together perfectly, way to go. 🙂
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Thanks so much, (the other), Leslie!
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Beautiful pieces as always. So many fabulous colors and options. That statement necklace is gorgeous!
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Thanks so much, Erin!
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My goodness Marcia, you are certainly prolific! And such beautiful colors! Very wearable jewelry, beautiful line. These will appeal to many.
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Thanks so much, Beth!!
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Great job on making so many pieces. I love the colors you use.
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Thank you, Jeanette!
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Wonderful line Marcia, your “Falling Leaves” theme line is so beautiful and colorful. I love! love! your statement necklace piece. Wonderful idea to use it to introduce your new line, which I will be watching for! ;D
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Thanks so much, Belinda!!
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Love your colorful, fun line – and the transition statement necklace is truly beautiful. Thanks for sharing and being such a fun classmate!
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Thanks so much, Joan!
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Great line Marcia. Well thought out. I have so many favourites…the statement necklace is amazing! It was fun going to school with you. I appreciate the support you freely give to everyone.
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Aw, thanks so much, Christine! And now you’ll be in the alumni group with all the rest of us. Enjoyed being in class with you, too!♡
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Beautiful color choices and designs! Love your “top of the line” necklace! -Ingrid
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Thank you, Ingrid!
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Wow, what a beautiful cohesive line you have created. I absolutely love the statement necklace. My favorite stampings are the leaves and you have made so many different designs, so colorful they all are just wonderful. I am in awe! Great Job, Marcia!
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Thank you, my friend!! ❤
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Marcia,
I sure have Enjoyed reading You Blog !
Your Falling Leaves Design Line is So Very Beautiful,
I love all of the many combination of colors that you used.
congratulations on All of Your Accomplishments.
Mary Lou Guidry
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Thank you, Mary Lou!!
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Fabulous use of colors and designs. I, too, love leaves but you make them so wonderfully charming! Love every piece.
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Thanks, Leslie!
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I just love what you are doing here! The colors just pop! these will do well!
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Thanks so much, Beanz!
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Fantastic post Marcia. You line is out of the park. Love how colorful everthing is. You top of the line piece is absolutely gorgeous. Job well done my friend.
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Thanks, Ally!!
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Thanks so much, my friend! ♡
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I absolutely LOVE everything! Great colors, great styles, great line. Very well done
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Thanks, Ally!!
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Marcia, your Falling Leaves line is “rainbow-licious!” So lovely!
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Thanks, Fran!
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Love all the fun color! You really have this line idea down to a science. You did a great job using allot of the same stampings but changing it up.
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Thank you, Elisabeth!
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This may be a repeat Marcia. My internet is wonky. I love the colors of your line. I especially love the two bracelets!
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Beautiful colors Marcia. I especially love the two bracelets.
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Thanks, Ginger!!
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An excellent job as always, and a very colorful line! Love it all! Thank you for taking this journey with us again this year, Marcia!
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Thanks, Brenda!
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As always, my friend, you are a master of color! I think I like this line even more than the blooming tulips! Beautiful pieces.
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Thanks!
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I love your line, Marcia … the colors and designs are spectacular. You did a wonderful job with these lovely new pieces.
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Thanks, Pamela!
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what wonderful pieces!! LOVE that they are those colors and can be year round favorites!! Congratulations!
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Thanks!!
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Love your rainbow of leaves!
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Thanks, Clare!
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Fabulous collection 🙂 my favorite is the leaf cuff. Just beautiful!! your colors are stunning.
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Fabulous collection 🙂 my favorite is the leaf cuff. Just beautiful!!
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Thanks, Val!!♡
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Marcia your line is over the top. I just love the colors and the pieces would be so easy to wear. The sunflower necklace is gorgeous.
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Thank you, Stephanie!
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Lovely! Nice companion to the Blooming Tulips. I love how you can take a simple theme and broaden it out to so many options. Whether a simple design, or intricate bead work your compositions are always pleasing. I admire your eye for design. Nicely done.
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Thanks, so much, Mary! ♡
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“SIZZLIN’ SUMMER BLOOMS” perfect name for your line. All are just beautiful. Colors are amazing. Can see all the hard work. Congrats on your line.
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Thanks, so much!!
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Amazingly gorgeous line, Marcia! I love the colors. When you said ‘Fallin’ Leaves,’ I was thinking fall colors…but you have managed to not only pull fall in, but summer and spring as well. This jewelry has year-round appeal and is simply beautiful 🙂 I think I am in love with your pink cuff with the book chain…
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Thanks so much, Christine! My original intent WAS to have just fall colors, but I went sideways…can’t help myself!! Glad you love the cuff. ♡
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Marcia, I hope you’ve got some shows booked. Your colors are going to “rock and pop” off the table. They are perfect for spring vending. Well done, my friend. Very, very nice!
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Thanks so much, Susan!!
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Your line is lovely. My favs are the statement pieces and the monotone ones>
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Thank you, Sue!
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Good job! Yes neatness does count and the back of your jewelry are flawless; very professional. I am in love with the bangle and the necklace.
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Thanks, Joann!! Glad you love them!!
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Marcia, your Falling Leaves line is just beautiful! You are quite talented with producing gorgeous color!
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Thank you, so much!!
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That is some gorgeous color! Love those bracelets!
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Thank you, Dana!!
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I love all of your fallin’ leaves, so pretty! I’m glad we got to know each other through class.
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You are a master of coloring Marcia .. your jewelry line “Fallin Leaves” is goregous .. Love all of them !
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Thanks so much, my friend!
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Beautiful colors ! Your jewelry looks as if it was purchased directly from garden fairies !! Lovely !
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Thanks, so much, Debbie!
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