May Monthly challenge

"FOUND"

Our challenge for May was to take a walk and pick up some found objects along the way. You never know where you'll find awesome supplies for jewelry!

Rusty Washer bezel set in sterling silver with a turquoise.

 

Whale bone fossil bezel set in sterling silver with rainbow moonstone.

 

Shell from NC set in sterling silver.

 

Elise Worman

EMWMetalworks shop

 

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Elise already had some found objects she'd gathered and made three beautiful necklaces from her treasures.

 

Etsymetal Finds - My Taste Test

I just recently took Etsy's "taste test" for the first time and now I understand why it's so addictive!!! WAY better than "items you might like"!!!! It's uncanny how many of the taste test items I just love. Here are a few I found today.



I also created a Treasury with all these items. There, you can check out all these great pieces from fantastic Etsy shops! Check it out, click around and add these great pieces to your favorites!!

Etsymetal Finds - hartleystudio finds

This week, instead of a traditional theme, I chose pieces I have fallen in love with over the years. Some are recent, others are from a long time ago. All are from fantastic Etsy artists. Enjoy!

From left to right, top to bottom:

Modern Damask Tree - byrdiegraphics
Bhuj Flexibangle Bracelet - markaplan

APRON linen brown - smallbatchproduction
Reclaimed Cotton Brooch - jenniferlockedesigns
Letterpress Poem - Sycamorestreetpress
Crush Brooch - Erga
Crochet Button Pins - Modestambition
Orange Grove Patch Cushion - ElkhornDesign
Flowers Pillow Cover - Sukanart

Thanks so much for looking, see you next week! xo hartleystudio

Goin' on a Picnic

It's a beautiful day here at Hartleystudio! Weather's fine, not a cloud in the sky. I think I'll pack up a picnic and head out to our favorite spot. Today's finds are all things I wish I could take along with me.

Panama Hat - ArtYouWearbyUB
Vintage insulated bottles - VintageCleveland
Vintage retro print tablecloth - RenaissanceProfessor
Retro orange-red picnic pack - theoldgoat
Organic cotton napkins - sageandkai
Vintage Ingrid picnic ball - five6seven8

Thanks so much for looking!! Have a great day...see you next week!

Etsymetal Finds - Ruby

It seems I'm obsessed with rubies and all things red these days! I love the richness of the hue and how red livens up everything! Maybe it's because we have had so much rain these last few weeks or maybe it's because I'm thinking of my friends with July birthstones. Either way, here are a few of my favorite finds this week in ruby red.

Girls boutique twirl skirt - HotLavaClothing
Ruby red rose on white pillow - Bedbuggs
12.20 ct red ruby - kkgemstones
May Flowers - bejeweled - Artigianojewelbox
Lacy Valentine Pendant - rubygirl
Pair of micro faceteted rubies - Gempalace

Thanks for looking and have a great week!
This week's finds was put together by Hartleystudio.

Spending the night in...

Last Friday night, my inlaws had my kids over night and my husband was busy with a project. This left me all alone in our very quiet house. I lit a candle, settled down with my ereader and a good book and relaxed, all by myself.

This week's collection was curated by Hartleystudio

Turkish bath towel - Allorganictextiles

Sanctuary soy candle - Luminology

Herbal tea kit - Cookoutsidethebox

Blue border cotton kaftan - Silkandmore

Floral print kindle cover - Kindlecoture

Bird sings for tea - jmrpottery

Sunday Etsy Finds - Whoops!!

Well, this is Ann Hartley from Hartleystudio and it's my turn to do the Etsy Finds post this week and I totally forgot!!! Whoops!!! Maybe I need something to help me get organized so I can keep all my responsibilities and appointments in order!! Maybe one of these great calendars!!!???

Calendar week chalkboard decal - asighofthetimes
Allium Day Planner - Imoss
2011 Mod and Retro Desk Calendar - Poshgirlbotique
Mini Shopper - Notebook clutch - GetSassed
2011 Eco Desk Calendar - Catseto
Dry Erase Board Decal - Simpleshapes

Thanks for checking out my finds this week!! Have an excellent week!!

EtsyMetal Finds - Lights

Lights doing it to me. At nights when I am doing my daily walkings I am fascinated by the lights coming out the windows. I always walk with my eyes up trying to catch what is lightening inside....

No wonder why sometimes I collide with lamppost on the street....

It is so fascinating that I go out at night with my camera and trying to catch the city lights in the middle of the night. 

1. origami paper lamp by glow decor
2. Leaf Design Lamp - wire stand by Moo Doo
3. Alma by Angeli lamps
4. Steamlight Large Clamp - Designer Edition by lightexture
5. YARTZHEIT - An Object of Jewish Ceremony by The Ceremonial Home
6. LiteItUp - Blue Tube Night Light by Midwest Innovative
7. Purple Ruby Twist by Lumenati Lights
8. Mod 1960's Black and Chrome Tripod Floor Lamp  by modernspecific

Etsymetal Finds - Thank goodness for spring

Here at Hartleystudio, I thought I was going to go mad if spring didn't arrive pretty soon. Even though in Illinois the weather is giving us one last cold blast...there are buds on the trees and daffodils blooming. It is a relief to my eyes after so many months of gray skies and lifeless flora. With the arrival of spring, I am thinking and searching for handmade items that speak of new life and renewal.

Moss Cube Tillandsia Terrarium - Seaandasters
New Seasons New Bag - Baggybag
Dipping Dish - Hopejohnson
Fresh Pear Gift Soap - Satinandbirch
Zen Dress - Tasifashion
Summer Breeze necklace - Kathryn Reichert

EtsyMetal Finds - Spring in the air

Spring is here. I can smell it !
At this time of the year I feel so relax.

I feel soft and pure and want to see flowers around me.

When I have to think of color - white is my favorite.

Vinyl Wall Sticker Decal Art - Pretty Flower Pattern by Urban Walls

Glacier - Pure and Natural Mineral Eye Shadow by Willow Tree Minerals

first light of morning roses...  by Leaping Gazelle Studios

Muscle Ache Mini Bath Bombs by Elegant Rose Boutique

Leggings Sugar Kiss by SockBox 

Etsymetal Finds - My new short hair

Last week I cut off most of my hair. My new short haircut has me rethinking my accessories. I love scarves and, with such short hair, they look particularly nice. Paired with statement earrings and wonderful, whimsical hair pins I have a bold, chic look.

Cedar earrings by esdesigns
circus princess and the flying squirrel hair pins by posypins
Rococo cotton and merino knit shawl by TickledPinkKnits
Bird and flower hair pins by mnhince
Scribble blade earrings by catherinechandler
Orange scarfette by vaivanat

Etsy Metal Finds

With the start of hurricane season, and the impending Hurricane Earl threatening the East Coast, it's no wonder nature's scary and destructive, albeit fascinating, phenomenon is on my mind.

The Hurricane

Obi Tidal Wave Buckle from Gami Works

Salvaged Hurricane Katrina Wood Frame by Secondline Frames

Vintage Hobnail Milkglass Hurricane from Anna and Roy

Splattering Raindrops of Hurricane Ike Photo by An Alliteration

Etsy Metal Finds

I was browsing through Etsy drinking a refreshing glass of water which gave me an idea for a search. L'eau, agua, d'acqua, vatten, ... we all crave it, we're all made mostly of it, and I'm really wishing I could go visit a large body of it...

Water

Canal View Fine Art Photo by Lesley Sico

Vintage Water Glasses from Saffron Colored Pony

Water Cycle Illustration Tee Shirt by Isotope

Glass of Mist Art Card by Found Days

Etsy Metal Finds

School Days

My kids went back to school this week. If the kids in your neighborhood haven't already started, they will soon! I dread having to fork out the money to buy all the needed school supplies, but it doesn't seem so bad if I can get things that are pretty, functional, and might last a while (maybe until next year!)

Recycled Desk Drawer Chalkboard by Half Pint Salvage

Happy Lamb from Crumblehouse

Personalized Lunch box/Thermos Set by The Cherry Blossom Paper Company

Carry All Bag by The Medium Control Design Company

Etsy Metal Finds

Crepe Myrtles

One of my favorite things about spring and summer are the constant colorful foliage that fill my yard and my neighbors yards. I have the wonderful privilege of living across the street from two very large crepe myrtles that have recently come into bloom. So, it's not a wonder why the ruffly, pink flowers are on my mind...

Quiet Embrace oil painting by Sizarah

Romantic Wrap Top in Thai Pink by Lirola

Pink Flower Shoe Clip by The Shop at No 144

Myrtles on Copper photograph by Rovinato

Etsy Metal Finds

One of the most pervasive icons of summer seems to be the moth. They flutter by, in search of light and a mate, with only a short time to live. Moths range drastically in size and nature, but they all seem to share that bit of magic that comes with being night dwellers. May the moths in your life be beautiful and bright!

From left to right:

Alter Ego Tank by Erin Alexandra Klym

La Femme Fatale Spider Pillow by Branch and Birdie

Swarm of Golden Moths original watercolor by Golly Bard

Etsy Metal Finds

Summer has finally arrived in the Northwest. While other parts of the country were suffering through heat waves (and still are), our summer doesn't 'really' start until after July 4. That's the story, anyway. And all this heat gets me thinking about....the beach! Oh, to lounge seaside listening to waves, shrieks of laughter (or because the Pacific Ocean is so cold!), and feel the heat of the sun.

Of course, one would need.....

A lovely beach towel....

A striking bathing suit....

And some great shades.

From the Top:

Coney Island Beach Original Photography 10x10 by depuis

Water Blue Linen Flax Beach Towel by Amizanti

Vintage Inspired One Piece Barbie Swimsuit by LA Drama Queen

Vintage Sunglasses by Retro Eyewear

Etsy Metal Finds

One of the things I love about spring is the Peonies that bloom all around. There are so many different varieties--some you may not even realize are peonies until you look at the actual plant itself! Here are a few lovelies from over on Etsy. Enjoy!

Clockwise from Top Left:

Pretty in Pink 5 Peonies Set by A Dash of Color

Pink Peony Flower Prints by Jennifer Aitchison

1 Full Pink Peony Embellished with Large Crystal by Spamaluca

Oil Painting Peonies in a Jar by Art by Sonja

Etsy Metal Finds

Today's Etsy Metal Finds are inspired by summer. Here in Portland, we have been having record rainfall and low temperatures for the past 2-3 months...it's now the end of May and we're all hoping for the sun to come our way! May your days be filled with joy and sunshine...

From Left to Right:

Summer Ferris Wheel 8 x 8 Fine Art Photo by Enamor Photography

Summer Print Cotton Halter Dress OOAK by Pyxus Passion Project

Turquoise Porcelain Sea Urchin Bud Vase by Blue Room Pottery

Etsy Metal Finds

My dearest apologies for my absence of late! With spring and summer comes a flurry of activity--it seems the people of the Northwest are coming out of hibernation :) Sometimes in these dreary spring days, we all just need a splash of color!

From Left to Right:

Branch Vase by jfish designs

Bossa Nova a Cool to the Touch Scarf by LaTouchables

L'Aventura by Brown Bunny by Iris