I would like to welcome Amy Steinberg as a new guest blogger here.

Amy is the artisan designer at Charming Sam Studio. Her website, which was recently redesigned, features her new line of Summer jewelry, mixed media paintings, and artistic designs.

Her jewelry designs have been featured in O - The Oprah Magazine, Marie Claire, In Style, and Lucky.

Check Amy's first post here and be sure to look for more of her interesting indie finds.

This large oval dish by Dishful of Oodles is just a delightful piece of artwork. It's a wonderful piece for entertaining or just serving up something delicious to your family on special occasions.

With it's handpainted design in deep slate grey and chartreuse, this dish is surely one that will make you want to cook just to put it to use.

It measures 14" long x 4.5" wide with a beautiful glossy finish. You MUST see the FULL VIEW image of this dish!

Dishing It...Mmm...Good!

So...you need a new bag AND you want it to be different. What are you going to buy?

This cute bag, hand tooled and painted by Caly at Nightshade's Art, is a great one for consideration. It measures about 6.5" wide and about 4" deep. There's also plenty of space for all your essentials.

Caly gives you the option of buying this bag with a full purse strap or a small strap. Either way, this is one bag that's sure to make you smile just because.

Colleen Baran is offering some pretty jewelry in her new Felt Series. The jewelry, including earrings, rings, and necklaces, is quite lovely. The pieces, ranging from $39 to $74, would be great additions to any jewelry collection for both the young and young at heart.

Colleen Baran Jewellery is a collection of handmade, one-of-a-kind and limited edition contemporary jewelry. The designer, a Canadian multidisciplinary artist, has exhibited in 11 countries and published internationally and was recently featured at 'Spring Market' at Blim.

Felt...So Pretty. Yes, indeed.

This handmade handbag by Melissa Moze seemed like the perfect thing to feature in my newest post after being "away" for a little while.

Just looking at this bag makes me wish I was on a cruise somewhere. (*sigh) Yes, I need a vacation and this bag is just a reminder of how much I need to get away. The tropical leaf print fabric from the Uptown Handbag pattern by Amy Butler is so fun. The pink, green, and yellow colors definitely make this bag perfect for Spring and Summertime.

The handbag is also adorned with a huge hot pink vintage flower pin, which compliments this bag tremendously!

Go visit Melissa Moze today for some handbags and accessories with vintage flair!

I was without cable internet for a little while and refused to work on a 28K dial-up connection. (Talk about slow....)

Comcast has hooked everything up in our new place and I will be posting some new stuff shortly. Please check back to see who will be featured!

Ayana E.

Auvergne is a beautiful necklace that was designed by Bijoux d'Odalisque. It's a part of The Luxe Collection, which is available online. The candy-colored gemstones makes this sweetness for your neck.

Holly has an amazing gift. She creates pieces that will have you in awe and make you want to buy one to feel like a million bucks. Beautiful jewelry will no doubt help make you feel beautiful.

You can view Holly's entire collection here. You're REALLY going to enjoy it and it's definitely going to be time well spent.

BTW...Her SOLD gallery will make your heart sing.

Brianda, a self-proclaimed gem-aholic, believes you're never fully dressed without the right accessories. Wouldn't you agree?

Over at No Naked Necks you'll find more than just accessories for your necks. You will find pretties for your ears as well. I found two pair of earrings...both one-of-a-kind!

Don't you just love them?

View closeups here and here.

SPRUCE, a design studio based in Austin, TX is where this antique chair was birth into something modern.

The owners, Amanda and Lizzie, bought the chair from an old man, covered it with modern fabric, and made something that catches the eye for sure.

They are great at revamping things and making them new treasures. I took a look at the items they sold and I must say that I have some favorites. [See: 1, 2, and 3]

Photo by Cynthia Turek.

If you're an Indie Momma, you could be featured on our blog for our Mother's Day feature.

We're looking for 18 moms who are willing to have their photos posted.

+ Moms must submit PHOTO OF SELF and first name of all children. (photo with children not required but suggested)

+ Moms must also include one FUN fact about themselves.

All moms featured will have a link to their shops included...Yes, FREE promotion. :)

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Email me at nolestyleandbeauty@gmail.com if interested in participating.
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~ Ayana E.

I LOVE ladybugs and I found this very unique piece from Tea Cupie Shop available for sale.

The enamel lady bug pendant adorns the metal leaf creating a very pretty necklace for the lady bug lover.

It's for sale at only $14. Cuteness CAN be affordable. :)

I saw this sellers "Berry Ring" on the front page of Etsy the other day and noticed she was having a SALE!

There are many wonderful items that you can select from. Ladies... If you want to treat yourself with something lovely, this would be a wonderful time to do so. XOXOXO is offering 15% off EVERYTHING! Rings, earrings, pendants, and more...Yes, there's plenty to choose from. Happy Shopping to ya!

Steven has been a craftsman for over 30 years. He creates his work using a combination of sculptural hollowware, repousse’ and hand chasing techniques. He also incorporates textured metals.

His jewelry line consists of new sterling silver pieces that can easily be worn with casual or dress wear.

Steven's gallery can be found here. Be sure to check out his Enamel Pendants while you're there.

If there were ever a bikini that makes you want to drop a few pounds just to wear it, I'd say the Ice Cream Bandeau Bikini would be it.

This bikini is SWEET!

The appliqués of dripping chocolate, white whipped cream ruffles, and cherry stem straps that tie around the neck make this bikini one delicious number.

Can't just have one? Kandi Swim offers this in three sure-to-please flavors.

Love sweets, but not the calories? Visit KandiSwim.com to indulge in all of the treats.

When I found The Dreamy Giraffe on Etsy, all I could do was smile.

Art that makes you smile is a great thing, right? Yeah!

Artist, Kathy Jeffords or KJ, focuses on painting girls, mostly (at least that's what I gathered from looking at her work), but she also does custom work.

I had a time trying to pick which original portraits to feature, but it was fun also. Below, you will find four works of art that are just delightful!

You can find KJ's work on Etsy and TheDreamyGiraffe.com.

I joined Etsy in October 2006. Until this morning, I hadn't realized it had been that long.

While updating my profile, I decided to take a look at some of the sellers I added as a favorite soon after I joined.

Talent is everywhere. I have added over 1,200 sellers. Wow!

I'd like to share a few of my favorites with you here. Enjoy!

From left to right:

(1) CatholicGuilt
(2) honeybee
(3) Jennifer Gardner Designs

To help celebrate the opening of our new online community, we're having a giveaway!

For a chance to win, all you have to do is join and invite at least one person to join too. The person(s) invited must join by May 20, 2008 in order for your name to be included in the "pool". The more people you invite gives you a better chance to win. (Up to 10 entries per person.)

Names will be drawn on May 23, 2008 and the winners will be announced on the site by May 27, 2008.

An official list of wonderful prizes to be given away will be posted on the site on April 29, 2008.

(Have something you would like included in the giveaway, contact us at nolestyleandbeauty@gmail.com)

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COMMUNITY:
http://nolestyleandbeautyindulgence.ning.com

I love peaches in the Summertime, but peaches in the Spring are just as great!

These "peach" earrings will definitely be a sweet addition to your collection. Designed using polished peach aventurine roundels, they're simply elegant.

Visit Over The Top to purchase these lovelies for only $27!