Juice Collection, Available
What Does She See?
06/22/10
The question is not what you look at but
what you see.
~ Thoreau
Signed Kay Adams, A2290
Strike Collection, $255
Wrist Watch
06/21/10
Indeed a Wrist Watch.
. . . as opposed to a wristwatch.
Signed Kay Adams, A1629
WriSt RinGeRs Collection, $65
Old Faithful
06/20/10
A classic design with antique former rhinestone earrings on ever so pale verdigris crystals.
And speaking of faithful and classic --
an in some cases, antique perhaps? ;) --
HAPPY FATHER'S DAY TO MY DAD and ALL THE REST of the WONDERFUL DADS! ♥
Signed Kay Adams, A2244
Lux Collection, $185
Flying High
06/19/10
On the wings of . . .
givre glass!
Givre is the word in the world of costume jewelry used to describe rhinestones that have been infused with a second color.
Most givre glass was made in Germany, although the word is french . . . for "frost" . . . go figure out that meandering etymology . . .
The colors of this former dragonfly brooch are awesome givres of opalescent and "creamsicle", vibrant orange fire opal, fuschia, and opaque pink.
Such a unique treasure!
Signed Kay Adams, A1534
Bitz Collection, Sold
Love Birds, Plus
06/18/10
Three charming antique friends sitting on a rhinestone branch.
Loved it as a brooch, love it more as a necklace.
Signed Kay Adams, A2252
Bitz Collection, $75
Breathless
06/17/10
tousled. reckless. desperate. beautiful.
Not unlike the ending scene from the movie.
Signed Kay Adams, A2292
Juice Collection, Sold
Bohemian Rhapsody
06/16/10
An interpretation of one of my all time favorite songs!
I wonder if it would make Freddie want to do the Fandango with a Scaramouche?
Signed Kay Adams, A2288
Juice Collection, $355
Anthillian at Heart
06/15/10
She searches for tiny treasures with such care, and with such an eye for the detail and history of what she's seeking -- and we relate to that as Anthillians.
Recently Vivian brought in some of the antique medallions, tie tacs and lapel pins she's gotten from Anthill over the last few months, and I assimilated them into a special treasure necklace with matching asymmetrical earrings.
I couldn't have been more delighted with how they turned out and she looks so awesome wearing them.
Vivian, I know the meaning the pieces hold for you -- we feel the same about these often overlooked little records of history, which somehow respect the former lives and accomplishments of their owners.
It is beyond gratifying to be able to offer them a voice, a home, a presence, a custodian -- and in this case, all of the above.
You're beautiful, Vivian . . .
and us Anthillians love ya!
Lore Collection, Sold
A Tisket, A Tasket
06/13/10
A tisket, a tasket
A Czechoslovakian basket.
Vintage Czech jewels -- truly some of the most delightful and beautiful costume jewelry EVER made.
I wish I came across more of it than I do.
Yeah, I'd pick a basket of aqua blue berries to put in that . . . :)
Signed Kay Adams, A2294
Bitz Collection, $110
Beyond the Fringe
06/12/10
Where alot of us creative types like to hang out . . .
Made from the petal of an antique Venetian glass vase, one side of a pearl sweater clip, matte glass antique trade beads in stunning dual tone greens, and vintage pale blue Islamic prayer beads.
Cascading pearls and milk glass beads complete
'the fringe'.
Signed Kay Adams, A0766
Strike Collection, $195
Starry, Starry Nite
06/11/10
Now I understand
What you tried to say to me
And how you suffered for your sanity
And how you tried to set them free
They would not listen, they did not know how
Perhaps they'll listen now
Signed Kay Adams, A2291
Strike Collection, Available
PAX
06/08/10
I have always loved this picture.
I took it back in my VCU college days.
It was taken in Richmond's
remarkable Hollywood Cemetery.
Peace.
3/4/63 - 6/5/10
06/05/10Rest in peace my beautiful brother.
Life dealt you a rough hand.
And the role model you were was unparalleled.
A lifetime of severe mental complications coupled with paralyzing multiple sclerosis and yet throughout your life you remained so spirited and held more joy than many people may ever come to find. What an inspiration you have ALWAYS been.
I want front row seats to the concert with you put on with Jimi Hendrix.
I love you CC. You save a spot up there for me.
Tell God I said Hi.
Black and white photos by Kim Schmidt. Thank you, Kim . . . the photos mean more to us than you will ever know.
What a Cute Penguin!!
06/04/10Happy Birthday OLD MAN!!
I LOVE YOU.
YOU ARE MY FAVORITEST HUSBAND IN THE WORLD!
None of my other husbands even compare!
Whatcha making me for dinner for your bday?
I'm just teasing -- I'll make dinner if you want me too -- whatcha want on your hotdogs?
Seriously honey -- I wouldn't be who, what or where I am without you. I LOVE YOU so very much.
Your support is immeasurable and so are your good looks. And that's a damn nice combo.
And speaking of combo's, maybe we should just go out for dinner . . .
Crossing Paths
Silver meets gold.
Flower courts sword.
Metal tempts crystal.
Paths cross.
Destiny happens.
Signed Kay Adams, L2135
Strike Collection, Sold
Generations ♥
This lovely mother and daughter will soon have double roles as grandmother and mother, respectively.
Alys bought her mom her first Kay. Mom bought Alys her 'next' Kay, and it was in honor of the baby on the way. The necklace has precious little components in pale pinks and ivories and is made on tiny little baby pearls.
Alys is a gifted musician and teacher who offers private piano lessons, (see her website link on my sidebar as well!), so I'm thinking her next next necklace just might have to include trebles and clefs and staffs!! . . .
The whole situation is melodic! :)
Happy day ladies!! So lovely to see you both!
Signed Kay Adams, A2050, A2258
Both from the Joy Collection, Sold
Pappagallo's Secret
06/01/10
Not your average Pappagallo pink and green.
Think of it as Pappagallo on artistic steroids.
Signed Kay Adams, A2289
Juice Collection, Available
Not your average Pappagallo pink and green.
Think of it as Pappagallo on artistic steroids.
Signed Kay Adams, A2289
Juice Collection, Available
No Words Necessary
And still it speaks volumes.
Photograph by Kim Schmidt
To view other work by this talented photograher, please visit her website at kimleedesigns.zenfolio.com
Memorial Day, May 31, 2010
So Much Better Than Celebrity Apprentice
05/30/10Karen!! I have to learn to be more organized with my photos!! I just found this pic of you -- it was in a different place on my computer because I think I took it with the camera on the phone?? Or you sent it to me from yours, or something??
So sorry I missed you the other day -- Tee told me you stopped by -- I know you've been busy traveling!!
Come by again soon and we'll catch up. Love your bling sooooo much, and just re-seeing the black cloisonne and turquoise murano bead necklace makes me want to get up to the workshop as soon as I finish blogging and have my hand at another!
I think I will -- Celebrity Apprentice ended last week anyway -- so I'm free and clear!! :)
Hi to your hub and hope to see you soon!
Signed Kay Adams, A0379, A0403
Blast and Strike Collections, Sold
Daydreamin'
05/29/10As visions of jOoLs danced in her head . . . and on her neck! :)
Hi Jan!!
I hope you are enjoying your Kay's!
I've been busy creatin' like
some kind of obsessed necklace-maker . . . (imagine that!!) . . . so stop by soon and we'll have an overdue diamond dreamin' jOoLeRy drippin' rhinestone-studded
play day!~ :))
Tell Margaret hi!
Signed Kay Adams, A1659, A1674
Lux Collections, Sold
Two of Jan's beauties!
Got Doubt?
Get red . . .
When in doubt, wear red.
~Bill Blass
Signed Kay Adams, A2183
Strike Collection, Sold
Morticia's Garden
05/27/10
You know Morticia was an Addam's, right?
She channeled me from the grave.
Folks need to look good in the netherworld too, you know.
The black widow was her suggestion.
Having the black widow capture a diamond was all mine. ;)
Signed Kay Adams, A2246
Strike Collection, $285
Avian Dream
05/26/10
A snarled, tangled nest of clip earring backs and vintage pearls.
Cannot be held responsible for any feathered friends that may decide to take up residence on your neck.
Chirp chirp . . . tweet! :)
Signed Kay Adams, A2151
Posh Collection, Sold
A Little Thing
God does not command that we do
great things, only little things with great LoVe!
~ Mother Teresa
(thank you, Jill)
Signed Kay Adams, A2122
Strike Collection, Sold
Divine Miss G!
05/17/10RVA's own lil' version of Miss Bette Midler.
Divine Miss Gabby, who is OH SO . . .
Gabba-licious!!
Signed Kay Adams, A1730Blast Collection, Sold
Basket of Scotties, Westies? Kitties?
An early, early barrette -- circa 1930's.
Old celluloid or possibly gutta-percha (although actually I've never seen gp blue -- usually always black.)
Absolutely the cutest little thing.
I don't know my Westies from my Scotties, but a customer even told me kitties . . .
To me, they are odd-looking little kitties -- but it's a basket of vintage animal goodness, regardless!
Signed Kay Adams, A2212
Bitz Collection, $45
Drops of Jupiter
Now that she's back in the atmosphere
With drops of Jupiter in her hair
She acts like summer and walks like rain
Reminds me that there's a time to change
Since the return from her stay on the moon
She listens like spring and she talks like June
Signed Kay Adams, A2222
Strike Collection, $155
A Year For Me Bro & His Lass!
05/20/10I cannot believe it's been a year already!!
Major congratulations to my wonderful brother, Mark, and his beautiful bride, Melinda, aka "The Nutty Professor and Little Turtle."
Ok, I'm like a month late, but I wasn't here on their real anniversary. So hopefully I won't get a demerit or detention.
A year ago, Mark and Melinda got married in full Scottish regalia, appropriate to the Wallace family heritage, as well as to Mark's alma mater, St. Andrews University in Scotland, where he got his doctorate (and, accordingly, when he officially became a nutty professor).
Couldn't be prouder of you two!! Love you guys!!
Melinda's wedding necklace, with her removable "M & M" enhancer on the back side, symbolizing both Mark & Melinda and Mr. & Mrs! ♥
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