Spotlight on color | Amethyst

Oh yeah, I totally put Prince in there!

Many of you probably already know that February's birthstone is Amethyst. 
Oh how I wish I was a February baby!

Amethyst can range from gentle violet to brilliant purple.

 Long known as the color of royalty, purple has many other properties you may not be aware of.

It is said to be the color of spiritual fulfillment and purpose.  If you surround yourself with purple you will have peace of mind.  

No wonder I've always been drawn to it :)

Being the combination of red and blue, the warmest and coolest colors, 

it is believed to be the ideal color.

Even if you aren't a February baby, don't let that stop you from rocking this commanding color!

If you want to add some calm power to your look, go for Amethyst.  

Pair it with light or dark shades, you can't go wrong.

Find Amethyst in my Etsy Shop!

Sparkling Wines Earrings

Wishful thinking and giveaway winners

Like most of the country, my mind is starting to turn towards Spring. Really I only like cold weather through the New Year.  It would be A-OK with me if Spring could start in January, so let's work on that Mother Nature shall we? :)  Guess I'll have to move back to NC if I want warm weather in January 'cause it surely isn't happening in Pittsburgh until April. *Sigh*

So for now I find myself being drawn to all things Spring on my favorite vehicle for wasting time...Pinterest.
I thought I'd share a few with you.  

Take a moment...close your eyes.  

Hear the glorious song of the birds.  

Oh how I miss the birds!  

Smell the scent of life blooming all around you. 

Isn't it heaven!?

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And now for the giveaway winners...

Ashley Anderson you have won the Blue Apatite Teardrop Earrings!

Stephanie Holden you have won the Golden Branches with Amazonite Earrings!

Send your mailing address to me at krista.btmbeadworks@gmail.com to claim your prize.

Thanks for entering, I truly hope you enjoy your new earrings!

for the love of color

 
"What's your favorite color?"

I never could answer that question.  

There's no way I could ever pick just one. 

I simply love color.

Every. glorious. one.

And when you start putting them together in varying combinations?  

Well that's where the magic happens.  Emotions are stirred and souls begin to sing.

Here are a few combinations that I'm loving right now and a little bit about the feelings they bring out in me.

color pallette via and Capri Palm Earrings from my Etsy Shop

confident
courageous
secure

This is a great palette to wear for a job interview or any time
you need an extra ounce of confidence.

color pallette via and Red Howlite and Turquoise Bracelet from my Etsy Shop

playful
vibrant
energetic

Living it up on the weekend with friends?
Go for this fun combo and play all day in the sun.

color pallette via and Calming Waters Necklace from my Etsy Shop

tranquil
alert

patient
 
If your a morning person like me, this blend of colors will get your day started off right
Calm, cool, and collected.

color pallette via and Sparkling Wine Earrings from my Etsy Shop

romantic
deep
cozy

Cozy up on a rainy night with these rich colors.
Maybe even drink a little wine by candle light with your honey.

So....what's your favorite color? ;)