Bridesmaids Gift of Love Jewelry

Love is in the air and everywhere with these everlasting tokens of appreciation to bestow upon your Maid of Honor, Flower Girl and Bridesmaids.

Available through Thomas Laine, the Sydney Evan Jewelry Collection comes in 14K Yellow Gold embedded with sparkling Pave Diamonds. On the necklace, the inscription 'love' measures approximately 1 1/4 inches across and is supported by a 16 inch chain. Available as a necklace, earrings and ring.

Designer Rosanne Karmes launched the Sydney Evan collection in 2001 with the perfect balance of edge and elegance, offering a mix of luxury and wear-ability. Hip ... chic ... and timeless.

The Sydney Evan Jewelry Collection from Thomas Laine.

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Rosette Earrings

Hi Friends!  It's been a busy morning today giving the blog a fresh new look!  Do you like it?

I participated in this "blog hop" by Inspire Me Heather.  Here's how it works... Sign up on her blog and you will receive 2 blogs to critique anonymously.  In return you receive 2 anonymous critiques!  I love all the input I received!  

My craft for the day are these beautiful rosette earrings.  

I see these earrings on Etsy all the time!  I recognized the roses from Michael's and knew I could make my own!   Unfortunately, Michael's was out of sterling silver earring posts and I have very sensitive skin so I ordered posts on Etsy from Hungry Panda Supplies.  Before I received my package I saw a post on Craftgawker for this very project!  At first I thought that meant I couldn't share my rose earrings on the blog-- but that's just silly.  Nothing is new.  And besides-- great minds think alike.

To make rose earrings, you will need:

Rose Embellishments (You can find them at Michael's)

Strong Glue (I used E-6000)

Earring Posts (you can buy them at a craft store or Etsy) 

Simple-- just put a tiny dab of glue on the center of the rose and attach the earring post.  Set them upside down for 24 hours while the glue dries.

So simple and so pretty!  

New Years Bracelet

This DIY bracelet has been on my to-do list for 4 months.  Seriously!  Click here for a tutorial.

It only took about 15 minutes to make and was super easy!  Perfect bracelet for New Years Eve too!  

You can make yours with silver or gold bead chain, faux diamond chains, or even beautiful beads on a string.  Don't forget to tweet pictures of your bracelets to @MisterGandMe !

Packing Up My Sewing Machine

Packing for a weekend trip is a big challenge for me. Packing a suitcase with everything I need for a month- and putting everything else into a box is indescribably hard!

As some of you may know, my husband recently started a new business in Florida with his friend and we are relocating there. My sister is 38 weeks pregnant- so I need to have my move in order before her little one makes her grand entrance into the world!

The movers are coming on Wednesday to put our things in storage. The following week is my sister's due date and the next week my husband and pup travel down to Florida. I will stay with my sister and niece for 2 weeks and then fly down to my new home- reuniting with my hubs and Mister G!

Not surprisingly, my craft supplies have been the hardest things to box up. I am sad to put away my sewing machine today. After my sewing things are all packed up, that will leave only 1 knitting project, my felt, embroidery supplies, and jewelry supplies.

I plan to make some jewelry over the next week-mainly because I keep all of my tools and jewels in a vintage tackle box that can be moved on its own without a box.

What kinds of crafts do you make with few small things? I'm excited to see what I can come up with with just a small basket of supplies!!

I also just got the book "The Knitting Sutra" from the library and the first few pages have been fantastic!!! I'm certain I will finish it before part one of the move begins next week!

Interview with NYC Jewelry Designer Michelle Zimmerman | Delicate Raymond

Are you in search of that "perfect" bridesmaids gift? Or maybe you are looking for just the right necklace or bracelet to help accent your beautiful dress on your wedding day?  Than look no further than NYC's Delicate Raymond, bringing you, as the name suggests, delicate, elegant handmade collections for any occasion! Each piece can be worn by itself, or simply paired with one of your own favorite pieces! We love the Monogram Collection and since this week we are talking about everything monogram this was a perfect.

As seen in several fashion and bridal magazines such as Instyle, Redbook, Glamour and Our Brides, and being worn by several celebrities including Mischa Barton, Carrie Underwood, Marcia Cross and Tori Spelling, Lela New York, interviews Delicate Raymond.

1. What is Delicate Raymond? And what services do you provide for the bride and groom?
Delicate Raymond Jewelry is famous for our custom designed Monogrammed jewelry. We allow the customer to choose coin size, chain style, and length, allowing her to "design" the necklace she has been searching for.With the recent launch of Delicate Raymond's bridal jewelry line, we are bringing the customization to brides for their most important day. We offer a selection of simple, timeless styles that can be coordinated with the bridal color party.

2. Any insider tips for the bride when looking for that perfect wedding jewelry?
I personally prefer pieces that are light and delicate, allowing me to wear a simple necklace, or to layer up with vintage pieces and diamonds.


3. Any bridal fashion trends you see happening in weddings and in fashion?
I have noticed that brides are favoring longer necklace styles to layer with more simple dress designs, that compliment a variety of necklines.

4. Do you have a favorite piece that you want to share?
I never step out of the house without my 30" Vintage Monogram Necklace, hand engraved with an "M" of course, for Michelle. I layer it with the 17" Panama Rosary in White Pearls.


5. How do you stay motivated, what inspires you?
I am inspired by the idea that accessories are supposed to "romanticize" your wardrobe. Delicate pieces that are hardly there, that can be layered up at a moments notice for a Glamourous "Golden" look.

Lela Tip: They recently launched a dedicated Bridal Boutique section on the website. All the jewelry selections can be color customized to match the bridal color party. How cool is that?!

xo

Gold and Ivory Wedding Inspiration Shopping Guide

Shop Lela's look and recreate the gold and ivory wedding color inspiration for your own special day!

Details:

1. Bouquets via Bows and Arrows

2. Gold Shimmer Eyeshadow via Sephora

3. Gold Truffle Box Wedding Favor via Just Weddings

4. Bridal Dresses via BCBG

5. Table Setting via The Knot

6. Candleholders via Frontgate

7. Gold Embellished Headband via Twigs and Honey

8. Gold and Pearl Earrings via Kate Spade

9. Gold Clutch via Judith Leiber

10. Gold Bracelets via Ross-Simons

11. Gold Wedding Ring via Sundance

12. Gold Bouquet via Blossom and Branch

13. Guestbook Table via Martha Stewart Weddings

Enjoy!

NYC Bridesmaid Gift Inspiration | The Gift That Gives Back!

Joan Hornig, New York  jewelry designer, has found a way to integrate her love for jewelry and her desire to give back.  Her designs are not only beautiful, but inspiring! All proceeds go to charity, and the neat part is the purchaser gets to decide which organization their donation will go. The Silver Lining Collection has many fun pieces, and would be a great gift idea for bridesmaids. Help give a gift that gives back!

Giving Rocks Necklace or Belt - Rock the House

Wave of Help - In Response to the Sendai Earthquake-Tsunami 

Nuts and Bolts of Giving - Fix the World

xo

The prettiest Ombre Jewelry You have ever seen! | The Ombre Trend continued

Ok, so when we saw the beautiful creations of the NYC based jewelry designer, Paolo Costagli, we at Lela New York Weddings just had to share! Looking to create the Ombré trend with luxury and glam? Well, here you go. These bridal jewelry designs are our favorites.

Orange Sapphire 11 O'Clock Oval Hoop Earrings

Pink Sapphire Ring

Hello beautiful multi pink sapphire cuff. This one is from the bespoke collection and it is just divine.

Multicolor 7 Row Sapphire Bracelet

Inspired by the Italian seaside views, this something blue is the prettiest we have seen.

Blue Sapphire and White Sapphire "Sorriso" Necklace

Enjoy the eye-candy!

xo

Tiffany Notes Jewelry Collection Inscribed By Deborah Nadel Design

Luxurious Wedding Calligrapher and Invitation Designer, Deborah Nadel of Deborah Nadel Design was asked by Tiffany & Co. to design the calligraphy inscriptions for their Tiffany Notes Jewelry Collection.

The Tiffany Notes Jewelry Collection is inscribed with sentimental words of love. Deborah Nadel's elegant script adorns their rings, charms and bracelets from the collection making them perfect bridesmaid and attendant gifts.

Deborah Nadel Design. customized calligraphy styles run the gamut from ornate to delicate scripts. Along with couture wedding invitations she offers custom monograms, ceremony booklets, menus, table signs and calligraphy for envelope addressing and place cards. A Deborah Nadel wedding invitation can be classic or extravagant. Her invitation designs are created using a wide spectrum of specialty papers and embellishments. Her printing methods include letterpress and engraving.

View more information on Deborah Nadel Design.

David Tutera's Royal Tea Party and his new Jewelry Collection with Sears

I was privileged to attend a bridal editors private lunch hosted by David Tutera (LOVE) to showcase his new bridal jewelry collection that he launched with Sears. It was appropriately themed as a Royal Tea party, considering the timing. It was so lovely!
We lucked out with such warm dry weather. The lunch included different tea selections, scones and mini sandwiches. So cute! We then were able to view the amazing diamond jewelry collections as they were so beautifully displayed on glass cases and pretty blue boxes.

Lela with David Tutera

Equipped with only my iphone I was able to capture some of the lovliness. Thank goodness I also have pro picts of the collections! See below ;)

Love the Sapphire pendant that was in the swag bag - so "Royal" :)

These watches are crystal and will be available in the Fall

I just love the watches, they are so pretty and would make a nice accessory for the wedding day. I think the watch is going to be the new cuff or bracelet.

The bridal engagement ring collection has a vintage yet modern feel. With collection names such as Heirloom, Radiance, Eternal and Legacy. There is a chance for every bride to be to pick her own personal style engagement ring and have David with her every step of the way, so to speak. The quality is great and you can even order your own David Tutera Certificate of Authenticity.

I love how all the diamond rings have "Something Blue" on the inside bands. David wanted to include a real blue sapphire in each ring to add to the brides special day. Love that!

xo

David Yurman Sample SALE!

I LOVE David Yurman and yes they are having their big sample sale with 30-70% off!
Run don't walk ladies, and good luck snagging some beautiful Jewels!

Details:

David Yurman Sample Sale
Thursday, March 24 to Sunday, March 28, 2011
Thurs 3-8pm, Fri & Sat 10a-7pm, Sun 11am-5pm
The Altman Building, 135 West 18th Street, NYC

xo

Beautiful Crystal Handbags from Swarovski for your wedding!

Love everything crystals and with the beautiful ruffled soft wedding dresses that are out now, it's nice to be able to compliment them with a little bling, ok, a lot of bling. Check out these gorgeous crystal handbags from Swarovski, just stunning!!! And they are also perfect for all those holiday parties coming up.

Enjoy!

My Wedding Hair Accessory - The perfect flower and crystal combo

Hello Everyone!

I wanted to share this amazing hair accessory designer that created my flower accessory for my own wedding. This beautiful flower accessory looks and feels like the real thing! And Mikiye, the designer,  created something even more special by adding the beautiful crystal center for a touch of luxury and bling.
I just LOVED it!

What are you thinking of for your wedding hair? Or What did you choose for your wedding?
Share below by commenting.

xo

Searching for the perfect wedding dress accessory - Jeweled necklaces and crystal belts, oh my!

Ok, so before buying a totally jeweled up wedding dress think about your accessories. Sometimes the accessories make the dress work! That is what happened to me. If you choose a wedding dress with tons of beautiful crystals and beaded work than you may not want to do any accessories or just a small pair of earrings. BUT, if you are looking at this years beautiful ruffled dresses with beautiful gathering and fabrics you may want to finish your look with a beautiful statement necklace and a beautiful crystal belt.

These jeweled and embellished necklaces are from Ranjana Khan and are just stunning! Some of them can be worn as a crystal belt accessory too!

Embellished crystal belts were all over the runway this bridal market and just add that special finishing touch to the perfect wedding dress. These are some of my favorites!

These Badgley Mischka Crystal Belts are fab!

This Romona Keveza Crystal Belt is so elegant!