Erin Lilies - Handcrafted Artisan Designs

My Etsy Mini

2008-09-05T15:28:00.001-04:00

Oh yes.... it's been a LONG while...

2008-09-03T14:53:00.003-04:00

In case you haven't noticed, I've been taking a hiatus. Expenses had spiraled out of control and I just really needed get a handle on things. Plus, I just wanted to take some time to recharge and continue to hone my skills. Recently, I started listing/relisting items on etsy. Be sure to check it out. You'll probably also notice that Erin Lilies is down as well. I'm restructuring it and rethinking the layout. Feel free to sign up and I'll send you an email when the site is back up and running.

On a more personal note, I'm expecting my second child - due February 9th. I'm still creating, just not with the same intensity as before. Being pregnant really takes a lot out of you!

Etsy Shop

2007-12-19T13:20:00.001-05:00

I just wanted to mention that you should check out my etsy shop. I have marked down many items, mostly my strung bracelets and necklaces. These pieces are listed at 40-50% off their original retail price. These beautiful crafted items can be found under the section SALE ITEMS. As always, you'll receive the same great customer service and the same great craftmanship you've come to expect from Erin Lilies. Just discounted prices on the sale items! What could be better?!?

Meet Phoenix

2007-12-04T09:38:00.000-05:00

This is my latest creation, a phoenix pendant. I think he's just the coolest thing and I love it to pieces. I used a 4mm garnet for the eye and the rest is sterling silver. This is just a sneak peek. I'll be a making more and the next one I make will be photographed for not only Erin Lilies, but also on my etsy site as well.

Back from Vacation

2007-11-26T13:28:00.000-05:00

I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday! I know I sure did. I got to work on jewelry and it was heaven! I created this awesome pendant that I'll be posting about in the next couple of days. I absolutely love it and I think you will too.

I also wanted to let you know that I've started selling on another venue, Smashing Darling. You may see some of the same items on my site as there, but I just wanted to branch out and really get Erin Lilies out there.

Erin Lilies Feature Article

2007-11-09T22:03:00.000-05:00

Kelly Meeker of Independent Luxe wrote an awesome article on Erin Lilies. I'm very excited about it so go and check it out!

Happy Halloween!!

2007-10-31T11:10:00.000-04:00

I hope everyone has a fun and safe halloween!!

Slight time change for show!

2007-10-18T18:52:00.001-04:00

On the paperwork I received and on their site, it says that FALLFest is from 10am to 5pm. However, when I drove past it today, the signs all read 10am to 4pm. I just wanted to tell everyone know that it ends at 4 instead of 5. Hope to see you there!!

Save the date!!

2007-10-10T10:10:00.000-04:00

I know it's been awhile since I last posted. I'm so sorry! Can you forgive me? I've been really busy gearing up for my first craft show. Yes, I did say my first! I'll be participating in FALLFest. It's an annual show held at the United Methodist Church in downtown Alpharetta. The show's October 20th, a Saturday. I'll be inside, booth number 15. All you locals, be sure to stop by and say hello!! The show is from 10am to 5pm. I hope to see you there!!

Stop the Abuse

2007-09-27T10:43:00.000-04:00

Today is blogging against abuse. Why am I joining in the cause? I haven't been a victim of abuse. But that doesn't matter. What matters is that it happens. It happens more often than anyone would like to think about. Child abuse and animal abuse are two hot spots for me. How can anyone think of harming someone/something so innocent? I just don't understand in the least. My thoughts are a bit muddled and incoherent at the moment. I really can't wrap my brain around this and even begin to understand why it happens. I just know it does. And it shouldn't.

Class Project

2007-09-25T21:00:00.000-04:00

So last night we got to cut some sheets of copper, file it, shape it and solder it. In the end, I got this beauty. It's a spinner ring. I absolutely love it and I'm just addicting to spinning it! This is the first real ring I've made and I'm so excited about it. I've been timid about trying rings. Not anymore! I'm ready to dive in and make bunches. They're so much fun to make.

Shaggy Agate Necklace

2007-09-20T20:21:00.000-04:00

I was finally, finally able to upload this gorgeous necklace to Erin Lilies. The chain is made up of 18 ga copper in a shaggy loops weave. It's approximately 16 inches in length, which provides just enough length to properly show off the 28mm green and brown agate focal. You really have to check out all the pictures of it. Just click this link to see all the pictures for this lovely necklace.

Taking a class

2007-09-14T13:10:00.000-04:00

I finaly took the plunge and signed for a metalsmithing class. And it starts on Monday!! Woohoo! I'm really excited about it. So far, I've been basically self-taught. I've followed the occasional tutorial here and there, but I really love figuring things out for myself. But I think this class will absolutely perfect for me though. I get find out all the things I've been doing wrong and what I've actually been doing right! The class will run from Sept 17th through Nov 12th and it's 3 hours long! It's going to be a long day for me and I won't get to see my little girl in the evening. That'll be really tough. But it'll still be good! I'll let you know how it goes!

Jewelry Photography

2007-09-11T22:41:00.000-04:00

This isn't the easiest thing to do - take good pictures of jewelry. It takes a lot, and I do mean A LOT, of patience, practice and patience. I got my new equipment (a new tripod and acrylic risers) and I have been taking some new pictures. They are mostly turning out better, but it's still not easy. Each time is better than the time before. Improvement is good. Some of my bracelets are still not turning out quite as well as I would like. Guess I'll just try, try again. The picture here is of my Glass Teardrop Earrings that I just listed tonight in my etsy shop. This picture turned out great. Better than previous pictures I have done. But it's a never ending process!

Long weekend...

2007-09-05T14:08:00.000-04:00

I hope everyone had a terrific labor day weekend. I know it's Wednesday, but I took a couple of days off around the weekend and I'm just getting back in the swing of things. I got quite a few piece of jewelry made this weekend that I had promised for a swag bag.

I've also been creating more and more because I have my first show in October! I'll give more details as it gets closer, but if you're in Alpharetta or close by, mark your calendar for October 20th.

Erin Lilies On Video

2007-08-29T11:21:00.000-04:00

There's this fantastic video that Caren of Reliving Moments did for me. Of course, I've changed up my jewelry line since then, but most of the items in the video are still available at the Erin Lilies Outlet. In any event, I still wanted to share this awesome video with you.

Another Makeover?!?

2007-08-23T10:29:00.000-04:00

Yeah, I must be crazy, but I found this really cool template yesterday for the blog and I just had to coordinate the website with it. I think it's a vast improvement over the purple, which was getting a bit tired with me. It's kinda like changing your hair. Every so often, you need to do something different. You're still you, just with a little different look and most times, a little funkier attitude to boot.

Hob-Nobbin'

2007-08-20T11:10:00.000-04:00

Visit HobNobbin'

Very cool social networking site. It's not just for jewelry designers either. It's for anyone and everyone who just wants to find cool people. It's family-friendly and loads of fun. It's only a week old and already growing like crazy! You really have to check it out.

Confessions of a Jewelry Designer

2007-08-13T21:26:00.000-04:00

There's something I just need to fess up to. In case you haven't noticed already, I get a lot of inspiration from music, television and movies. You'll see that I'll use lyrics or quotes in my descriptions or song titles to name my jewelry. Music has been a big part of my life and I listen to all types. It's only natural that it would also travel into my jewelry making. I also watch way too much television for my own good. And everything I watch tends to stick into my head. Can't really explain it, but my mind is a steel trap for movies, television, and music, but a steel sieve for everything else! Anyway, I needed to get that off my chest. :)

Sneak Peek Thursday!!

2007-08-09T12:16:00.000-04:00

And the girl in the corner said
Boy, I wanna warn ya, it'll turn into a ballroom blitz. Especially if I can't have this bracelet! This is one of my recent designs that hasn't quite made it to the site yet. This is your exclusive sneak peek!! How cool is that?!? I used the byzantine weave for this sterling silver beauty. The stone is a harmony jasper. The bracelet itself can be worn with either jeans or a dress, but it is just so shiny and elegant, it reminded me of a ballroom. Yeah, it's a ballroom blitz.

Etsy Favorites

2007-07-31T11:16:00.000-04:00

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I wanted to showcase some of my favorite items that friends of mine have made. I really love these pieces and I think you will too. Definitely check them out.

The first one is Water Lily by Silver Mist Studios. This is such a gorgeous pendant. I love the how the blue and green melt into the pink base. Second is Copper Hammered Dome Earrings by Stunning Details. I love copper jewelry. It's so natural and pretty with the hammered texture. Third is Amethyst and Sterling by lavalleygirly. This piece really speaks for itself. It's so yummy.

Number four in the second row is Copper vintage and new charm necklace by bebdesigns. This really falls in line with my love of copper. And the vintage style, very delicious. Fifth up is Relic- Agate Cabachon Sterling Silver Links by MarieCristine. This is one of the coolest necklaces. It's one of a kind and once you see it, you'll just fall in love with it. Last, but not least is Sagebrush Lampwork and Chain Maille Necklace by JenniferCasady. She is simply incredible with chainmail and this necklace is no exception. It's a must see.

Extreme Makeover - Erin Lilies' Edition

2007-07-27T13:17:00.000-04:00

There it is. Isn't she a beaut? Yeah okay, it's just a website. But still, I think it turned out great! I'm very excited about it. I'm about in the middle of launching it now, but I just couldn't contain myself any longer. I just had to share a preview.

And in case you're wondering, the jewelry featured in the header is the Turning Japanese pieces. There are a pair of earrings and a matching necklace.

I hope you enjoy shopping the new site. Let me know what you think of it. I love feedback!

Erin Lilies on Trunkt

2007-07-23T15:55:00.000-04:00

For those of you who may not know, Trunkt is an awesome site where independent designers get to show their wares to many different buyers. They have an excellent reputation as well. I'm proud that I have a listing there. It's probably one of my favorites.

So I encourage all of you to check out my listing there. If you like what you see, please leave me a comment. Also, if you've purchased from me, I'd love to have your feedback there as well.

Find me here on Trunkt.org

To you from me, pinkie lee.

2007-07-16T21:05:00.000-04:00

Here's a preview of my one of my latest creations. It's sterling silver and pink opal. I call it Pinkie Lee. I think I was inspired by this name from one of my favorite movies of all time, Grease. You know the scene, where Rizzo gets mad at Kenickie, and throws her milkshake on him. Sorry French.

New look... unveiling soon...

2007-07-11T13:24:00.000-04:00

Erin Lilies is getting a makeover. I'm about halfway through it at the moment. I'm hoping to get it done and unveil it no later than the end of July. But we all know what happens to the best laid plans. Anyway, the look shouldn't be too much different than what's there now. But the pages should load much faster. I'll also have some new jewelry listed, which I'll preview here in the coming weeks. Some of the designs will find their way off the site and into my etsy store. So be sure to check that out in the coming weeks as well. You may just find some lovely discounts. ;)