A Little Bit of Everything

Style of the Week: Teal Jeans

2012-01-25T09:15:00.000Z

This week I bring you a modern, urban fashion board, with a complete everyday stylish outfit.
The style of the week is Teal Jeans:
1.Heels, 2.Handbag, 3.Blazer, 4.Jeans, 5.Scarf, 6 .Hair Fascinator, 7.Earrings, 8 .Hairpins, 9. Leather Ring

Would you like to participate in this section by suggesting themes, creating your own style-board or suggesting items? I would love to hear your ideas! (participants will be fully credited for their inputs). Contact me HERE!

Updates in the European Blogs

2012-01-24T10:00:00.000Z

Today I published another compilation of interesting blog posts found amongst the European blogs of the EST team. If you would like to take a look at them, here you can read more.

Valentine's Gift Ideas 2012: Part II

2012-01-23T09:00:00.000Z

Last week, I started this series with Valentine's Day gift ideas. Here are some more, for every style and also some of them for men too. Do you like the little birds cake topper you can see above these lines? You can find it here.
Also, take a look at Part I to find more gift ideas.

Green Flower Purse

Ceramic Heart Brooch

Key and Heart Necklace

Food Starters Recipes for Spring

2012-01-20T09:21:00.000Z

I can't wait for the first days of Spring, so I gathered some new fresh, healthy recipes for this season. The ones I'm sharing with you today are starters and the one you can see above is Smoke Salmon Mousse, and you can read it here.

More recipes ahead, I hope you will enjoy them!

Leek and Watercress Terrine

Chicken Spring Rolls

Bruschetta

Raw Onion Rings

Have a great weekend!

Handmade from Romania in the EST Blog

2012-01-19T09:05:00.001Z

Here's a sneak peek of the post I published today on the European Street Team blog, featuring wonderful items handmade in Romania.
If you want to read the whole article and see the items, you do it HERE.

My Creative Space: Leather and Crystal

2012-01-18T12:17:00.004Z

Many new items have been added to my shops lately, like these new bracelets you can see, which are beaded with metallic pieces, leather, Swarovski crystals, pearls and suede cord.

Also, I finished new sets of hair accessories in brown and navy blue, and an exotic leather ring in light brown.

More creative spaces at www.creativespaces.blogspot.com

Style of the Week: Pale Pink

2012-01-17T09:22:00.000Z

Today, I'm starting a new section: Style of the Week.
Here, many different styles will be featured, in all possible colors, to deliver a complete look.

The collection of this week is Pale Pink and the pieces shown are:
1.Cocktail dress, 2.Handbag, 3. Infinity Scarf, 4.Earrings, 5. Shoe Flower Clips, 6. Pearl Bracelet

Would you like to participate in this new section by suggesting themes, creating your own style-board or suggesting items? I would love to hear your ideas! (participants will be fully credited for their inputs). Contact me HERE!

Golden Globes 2012 Style: Best Dressed

2012-01-16T17:04:00.005Z

Colorful, original, with great shapes and a very big predominance of pastel tones. Those were the main chacateristics of the most elegant dresses worn yesterday at the Golden Globe awards.

Here is a selection of my favorites. Would you include any in this list? Would you replace any of these? Who was the most elegant women last night? Let me know your opinion in the comments!

Laura Dern

Kate Winslet

Viola Davis

Helen Mirren

Elle Mcpherson

Diane Lane

Charlize Theron

Kate Beckinsale

Jessica Alba

Evan Rachel Wood

Emma Stone

Nicole Kidman

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Pictures source:YoDona

12 Chic Ways to Tie a Scarf

2012-01-11T11:00:00.000Z

Picture by thefireinsideme.

Scarves are one of the most prettiest and useful accessories a woman can wear. Here I bring you today 12 chic and modern ways to tie a scarf. Aren't they lovely?

Picture by celebritystyleblog

Picture by bayareagreatthing

Picture by fancyhouseroad

Picture by celebritystyleblog.

Picture by accessories.

Picture by timeoutchicago.

Picture by kottke.

Picture by gracenglamour.

Picture by glamcheck.

Picture by christina-gregoire.

Picture by femtalks.

Next week, I'll be sharing with you some beautiful scarfs to tie in these beautiful ways, stay tuned!

European Blogs

2012-01-10T17:09:00.002Z

Today it has been published my latest post in the European Street Team blog, featuring interesting articles from European artisans. Take a look at them HERE!

Valentine's Gift Ideas 2012 (Part I)

2012-01-09T19:14:00.004Z

You may be thinking it's still early to think about Valentine's day, but if you wait until the very last minute to buy your loved one a gift, you may not be able to find what you are looking for her/him. So I started this week these series of posts with romantic, cute and unique gift ideas for this year. The gorgeous roses that you can see above are handamde by MyBohemianSummer.

Clutch by YorktownRoad

Pillow by AlexandraFergurson

Hearts by Cherrytime

Art print by TheJoyofColor

Heart print by TheLoveShop

Necklace by LeelaBijou

Happy New Year!

2012-01-01T19:15:00.002Z

May all your dreams come true in this year!

Best for all of you!

Five Dresses For New Year's Eve

2011-12-28T02:09:00.005Z

I hope everyone had a great time last weekend,those who celebrated Christmas and also those who didn't. Here I bring you today five gorgeous dresses to wear this next weekend, at New Year's Eve. The beautiful and sparkly one you can see above is mabe by Chrisst.

By Isadoraclothing

By Onor

By KellyLynne

By HauteIndiscretion

Hectic Holiday Season

2011-12-20T22:48:00.002Z

After few weeks of really hectic work for this year's Holidays, I'm starting to slow down and that is giving me some extra time for things like taking care of the blog.

Sorry about the absence of posts these past few weeks, but I have had a big pile of work to finish in time for Christmas and that didn't leave me enough free time to blog.

But here we are, back again and only at few days away from Christmas.
I hope you are having all a wonderful time and that you will enjoy the upcoming days too!

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Pictures source: 1,2,3.

Art Mosaic

2011-12-06T18:22:00.001Z

1. Galvanized by Art, 2. Art / Architecture, 3. Art, 4. art prize 2011

This week, I'm playing the mosaic game created by Mitsy and the theme choosed by her this time is "art".

I love colourful forms of art, specially photography and paintings, so I tried to reflect these in the final composition of my mosaic.

More mosaics at www.artmind-etcetera.blogspot.com

My Creative Space: Many Butterflies

2011-11-30T08:00:00.000Z

With Christmas around the corner, I´ve been working in new special orders for the Holidays.
These butterflies have been some of the things I´ve done lately.
Do you like butterflies? HERE are some more.

More creative spaces at www.ourcreativespaces.blogspot.com

Black Friday and Cyber Monday Special Offers!

2011-11-23T20:03:00.000Z

Next Friday until next Monday, you will be able to enjoy a -15% off in all my shops, just entering the coupon code BLACKFRIDAY at checkout.

Don't miss them!

Thanksgiving Recipes and Food 2011

2011-11-22T09:12:00.000Z

1. Food Series: Thanksgiving salad., 2. Thanksgiving Food, 3. Food Series: Thanksgiving Turkey, 4. Food Series: Thanksgiving cherry pie.

This Thursday is celebrated Thanksgiving in the US and my mosaic is dedicated to the delicious tradionatl food of this day.

More mosaics at www.artmind-etcetera.blogspot.com

Also, here I would like to share with you some really good recipes if you are looking for ideas for this Thursday:

Cornbread stuffing- read the full recipe HERE

A lot of Thanksgiving recipes - see them HERE

Sweet Potato Souflé - see it HERE

Creamy Eggs - see the recipe HERE

Dry Cured Turkey - see it HERE

I hope you like them!

Gift Guide for these Holidays in Green and Gray

2011-11-21T08:57:00.000Z

Looking for a gift for everyone these Holiday? Take a look at this gift guide for her featuring unique handmade items in green and gray, like the lovely banner you can see above by Gufobardo.

Pale green gloves by MariaKonstantin

Gray Swarovski ring by LeelaBijou

Gray purse by HeartyGift

White mosaic platters by SirliMosaic

Gray hat by Marysworks

Green art print by JKphotography

Gray scarf by StormHandicrafts

Have a wonderful week!

Fall/ Winter Finds 2011 in Golden and Champagne

2011-11-15T10:53:00.006Z

This week I would like to share with you some beautiful finds in golden and champagne colors, perfect for this Fall/Winter. These beautiful handmade designs add a delicate and warm touch to any outfit and help us decorate our home with style. The gorgeous golden belt you can see above is made by ByTheBelt.

PrettyPlush Tree Ornament

FlutterandTwirl Mobile

Bidesign Flowers

IraGrant Bag

Arc190 Dress

BizimSupplies Flowers

My Creative Space: With the Holidays in Mind

2011-11-09T08:07:00.000Z

This past week, I have been working in several new pieces with the Holidays in mind. Like the ring you can see above, handmade with red Swarovski crystals. Another piece I finished was these green butterfly earrings, they dangle in a hoop and look stylish and fun in the ear.

The copper necklace is a special combination that mixes classical aspects (like the golden Swarovski crystal teardrops), with modern touches, like the brown leather.

More creative spaces at www.ourcreativespaces.blogspot.com

Winter is slowly approaching...

2011-11-08T18:53:00.002Z

1. Winter, 2. Winter, 3. Winter Photography, 4. Winter

Days are cooler and soon, the first signs of Winter will be appearing.
Here is this mosaic dedicated to the beauty of the early Winter days.

More mosaics at www.artmind-etcetera.blogspot.com

Featured in the Handmade Europe Blog!

2011-11-07T15:43:00.004Z

My petit blue earrings have been featured tlas week on the Handmade Europe Blog!

Take a look at the whole trend report and find many amazing beauties in electric blue HERE!

These were the earrings featured:

Have a great week!

November Birthstone: Topaz

2011-11-04T08:06:00.001Z

Happy Birthday to all those who were born thhis month of the year! :)
November´s birthsone is Topaz and here I bring you today a collection of jewels handmade in with topaz or in topaz colored stones:
Click on the pictures to go to the listings.

Food Mosaic and Recipes

2011-11-01T08:29:00.000Z

1. Food , 2. Food, 3. Food photography-Dessert (img 10), 4. Food photography, 5. food-1277, 6. Food Porn, 7. Food project 40 - Granola fruit yogurt breakfast, 8. Food photography, 9. Parsi Food: Mutton Berry Pulav

Following the theme suggested by Mitsy (mosaic´s game host), I made this mosaic inspired by deliciously looking, colorful food.

And if you are interested in food recipes, I have blogged several. You can read them HERE.

More mosaic at www.artmind-etcera.blogspot.com

Winter Princess Fashion Finds

2011-10-31T08:38:00.000Z

Here I would like to share with you four beautiful finds for this Winter. All of them very stylish and with a cold touch, that go perfectly with the inspiration of this mosaic: Winter Princess.
Hat by MARYSworks
Top by Silvia66
Clutch by BagNoir
Iphone case by Pomella

Also, following the Winter Princess theme, here I would like to share with you a mosaic I made for a soon-to-be-published Winter campaign with few of my items that suited the topic:

Hairpins - Ring 1 - Ring 2 - Necklace

More European finds on StaroftheEast´s blog!

Featured on the Sense of Fashion Newsletter!

2011-10-28T19:12:00.003+01:00

Today, one of my newest rings has been featured on the newsletter of Sense Of Fashion!
Thank you very much to Lindsay Brooke Weiss for picking it! :)

The ring featured is this one:

Four Horror Movies You Cannot Miss On Halloween

2011-10-27T08:30:00.001+01:00

Now that Halloween is close, I would like to suggest you four scary movies if you (like me) enjoy watching spooky films from time to time. The first you can see above is The Descen t (A caving expedition goes horribly wrong, as the explorers become trapped and ultimately pursued by a strange breed of predators.) and it´s a very good one.

Another one very entertaining is Let Me In (A bullied young boy befriends a young female vampire who lives in secrecy with her guardian.). I actually watched the original version, not the original remake (the original is called Let The Right One In which and it´s Swedish) but some friends who watched the American remake said it was also good.
One horror movie which I wasn´t sure about before watching it was 1408 (A man who specializes in debunking paranormal occurrences checks into the fabled room 1408 in the Dolphin Hotel. Soon after settling in, he confronts genuine terror.), but it really surprised me and surpased my expectatives.

Finally, one of my favorites, The Mist (A freak storm unleashes a species of blood-thirsty creatures on a small town, where a small band of citizens hole-up in a supermarket and fight for their lives.) based on the Stephen King book. Really well written and with very good performances. The ending is probably the most shocking part.

Have fun!

My Creative Space: Large Custom Order

2011-10-26T08:58:00.000+01:00

This is a sneak peek at my workspace this week. I´m finishing a large custom order and these rings are part of the final project.

More creative spaces at www.ourcreativespaces.blogspot.com

Halloween Decoration Ideas Mosaic

2011-10-25T08:22:00.000+01:00

1. Halloween lights, 2. Halloween Tree, 3. Halloween 2009, 4. Halloween Tortenstecker, 5. Halloween, 6. Halloween Mini-Cupcakes, 7. Halloween, 8. Halloween Decorations, 9. Halloween 09, 10. Halloween 09, 11. Halloween 09, 12. Trick or Treat Bento (Halloween Bento 10), 13. Halloween decorations

Few days until this year´s Halloween and many people has already planne their home decoration.
In case you are still looking for inspiration, here I bring you today 13 decoration ideas for Halloween. (Click on the links to see them bigger).

More mosaics at www.artmind-etcetera.blogspot.com

Everyday Finds "At The Office"

2011-10-24T16:14:00.003+01:00

Here I bring you today four handmade finds perfect for the Winter and very elegant to take them to your office.
Juanitatortilla-CraftUnikat-IraGrant-Sleevy

More European items at StarOfTheEast´s blog.

Great Halloween Make Up Ideas

2011-10-20T21:48:00.004+01:00

This week I bring you a few make up ideas for Halloween, now that we are closed to this date. Are you planning on getting dressed this year? If so, take a look at the amazing make up posted above these lines (found here) and the following ones:

Seen here.

Found here.

My Creative Space: Many New Rings!

2011-10-19T21:02:00.005+01:00

Here are the rings I talked you about last week. Three new sparkly designs with a lot of stones: one in pink/purple, another one in orange/red and the last one in golden/beige.

More creative spaces at www.ourcreativespaces.blogspot.com

Volcanic Crisis - Photo Mosaic

2011-10-18T11:18:00.003+01:00

1. Volcanic eruption, 2. volcanic pool, 3. Volcanic eruption, 4. Volcanic cloud over Eyjafjallajökull

These past days, we´ve been hearing a lot about the El Hierro volcanic crisis and the posibility of eruption in a poblated area. Although the town has been already evacuated, we hope that nothing will happen and the eruption will only occur at the sea.

More mosaics at www.artmind-etcetera.blogspot.com

Halloween Costume Ideas: Comic Hero, Gothic Vampire and Nurse

2011-10-17T08:13:00.001+01:00

Only two weeks left for Halloween!
Here I bring you today some ideas for your costume this year, like the Comic Super Hero you can see above. Or a Gothic Vampire and Sexy Nurse, as you can see in the following mosaics.

Super Hero Costume:
-Catwoman Mask
-X-Men Phoenix Costume
-Batman Harley Quinn Costume
-Studs Headband
-Gold Plated Necklace
-X-Men Rogue Wig

Gothic Vampire:
-Renaissance Dress
-Pale White Foundation Make Up
-Red Roses Necklace
-Red Tulle Cuff

Sexy Nurse:
-Nurse Costume
-Nurse Hat
-White Rose Headband
-Leather Eye Patch

Exploring My Tumblr

2011-10-14T01:29:00.004+01:00

I don´t know if you already knew, but I have a tumblr blog. There I share all sort of things that I find on the web that are funny, interesting or simply cute, as the ones I´m sharing also in my blog today.

I love tumblr and I love the way the community there share their ideas, thoughts, humor and art. You can find me HERE on tumblr.

I hope you have enjoyed these cute pictures and see you in tumblr too! :)

My Creative Space: Cocktail Rings

2011-10-12T21:43:00.002+01:00

This week I finshed two new cocktail rings, made with Swarovski crystals in golden and green colors. I have also made some of them in pink, brown and white, and I will be updating my websites with these new ones very soon.

More creative spaces at www.ourcreativespaces.blogspot.com

Autumn Leaves

2011-10-11T08:50:00.000+01:00

1. Nature / Leaf / Bokeh, 2. Leaf it to me, 3. Maple Leaf - Mother Nature's Autumn Masterpiece, 4. leaf in light

For the mosaic of this week, I have chosen these pictures with beautiful Autumnal leaves. The weather will soon be cooler here...

For more mosaic, visit www.artmind-etcetera.blogspot.com

Original Pumpkin Carving Ideas 2011

2011-10-10T09:02:00.001+01:00

Take a look at these amazing pumpkin carving ideas I bring you today. Fun and original, they are all a great way to decorate your Halloween party this year. The one you can see above was found here.

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More pumpkin carvings HERE!

October´s Birthstone: Opal and Pink Tourmaline

2011-10-06T09:04:00.001+01:00

October´s Birthstones are traditionally Opal and Pink Tourmaline. These pieces I made fit this month´s Birthstones, like the small ring you can see above.

Soft Pink ring

Opal Set

Opal Earrings

And also, here you have some accessories that will match your Birthstone colors:

And Happy Birthday to all those born in October! :)

My Creative Space: Blue

2011-10-05T17:47:00.003+01:00

This week, I finished these new pieces in different shades of blue: the earrings you can see above and the Swarovski crystal set you can see under these lines.
More creative spaces at www.ourcreativespaces.blogspot.com

Many, Many Colors

2011-10-04T09:00:00.000+01:00

1. Colourful Hair, 2. colourful stars, 3. Colorful Grace Cathedral church interior, 4. Colorful- Grand Bazaar Istanbul

For this week´s mosaic, I followed the theme suggested by Mitsy and made a mosaic full of color.

If you want to see more mosaics or join the game, visit www.artmind-etcetera.blogspot.com

Halloween Costumes For Kids Ideas 2011

2011-10-03T09:00:00.000+01:00

Today I would like to share with you a collection of Halloween costumes for kids, now that there´s left than a month for Halloween. They are all very cute and fun, like the lovely one you can see above from Tatersmom.

Snow White from ThePokeADotShop

Penguin by Thumbelinaworkshop

Flying bats by BHBKidstyle

Pirate by AvaBellesCloset

Kitty by Thelaughygiraffe

Little Red Riding
hood by Mom2twogals

Have a great week!

Introducing Lulu! Our new cat!

2011-09-30T08:34:00.001+01:00

I´m so happy to introduce you to our new cat, Lulu!

She´s currently 4 months old and it´s the cutest and funiest cat. She´s also very smart and has learned new tricks very fast.

Lulu is very quiet and behaves well (at least for now! If you ever had kittens you know what I mean, haha!) and she loves being with people.

She´s quickly getting along with our older cat and they already play together.

As the rest of our pets, we rescued her. She was the last one of her herd.

I hope you will like these pictures and stay tuned for more in the future because she seems to love the camera!

Have a great weekend!

Bags Trend Autumn 2011

2011-09-29T07:22:00.001+01:00

Here I bring you today a wonderful collection of bags, perfect for this fall. They are all wonderful options to feel very chic this Autumn, and also, they are very functional.
The one you can see above opening this post was designed by Loddelina.

Auvenier by Ira Grant

Life on Mars by Inger Maaike

Autumn by P8accessories

Golden Metallic by Bysweetmom

Knitted Tweed by Memake

Sofia by SatuKalliodesign

Everyday bag by NzLbags

Autumn Leaf by Retrofied

Have a great Thursday!

My Creative Space: New Rings

2011-09-28T07:24:00.001+01:00

This past week I finished two new rings with very different styles, one is more modern and chic and the one you can see above goes for a more classic style.

Take a look at more creative spaces on www.ourcreativespaces.blogspot.com

Flow Colorful Mosaic

2011-09-27T06:21:00.000+01:00

1. Flow, 2. Flow, 3. Flow, 4. Flow - Purple

This week I felt inspired by colors to compose my mosaic.
See more mosaics and play the mosaic game at www.artmind-etcetera.blogspot.com

Pumpkin Pie Recipes

2011-09-26T08:14:00.001+01:00

This traditional dessert is one of the most delicious ones you can try in Autumn.
How to make it? There are all sorts of recipes, some more traditionals and some others more modern. Here I bring you today four approaches.

The one featured above is can be found HERE and it´s from the brand Libbys.

The following one is from pickyourown and they have a PDF version in their website HERE.

If you are looking for a sugar-free recipe, this one is for you, read it HERE.

A very traditional one can be found HERE.

I hope you will find these recipes useful.
Have a yummy week!

Fall Dresses Trend 2011

2011-09-23T10:33:00.000+01:00

Let´s head for the weekend with style, with some of the dresses that will be trend this fall. The stunning ones you can see above were found at Floralprintdresses and are designed by Bensoni.

More wonderful designs ahead!

Seen at Widbox

Found at Cocktaildresses

Spotted at Manycolor

Seen at Thepricelessshop

Found at Chicbuying

Found at Shoppingdam

Spotted at Chicbuying

Have a great weekend!

My Creative Space: Warm Colors

2011-09-21T20:28:00.004+01:00

As I have commented on another posts, I´m working in new designs for this Fall. These are some of them. The necklace you can see above is made with gold plated and silver plated filigrees. The following ones are also new.

See more creative spaces at www.ourcreativespaces.blogspot.com

Cute Tiny Things

2011-09-20T08:08:00.000+01:00

1. Tiny Skunk, 2. Tiny tree, 3. Tiny rabbit in bag, 4. tiny flower in hand {Explored}

This week I have chosen some cute little things to feature in my mosaic. If you want to play the mosaic game or see more mosaics, visit Mitsy´s blog: www.artmind-etcetera.blogspot.com

Halloween Decoration Ideas 2011

2011-09-19T06:35:00.000+01:00

Are you getting ready for this year´s Halloween? If you do, check these cute and pretty handmade ideas to decorate your home. They are all original and unique, like the pumpkin you can see above from feltless.

Black cat by rockdarbi4u

Pumpkin by Sielukka

Banner by BHBKidstyle

Tags by Marlyscreations

Pumpkin coasters by Violasboutique

Owls by heartygift

Pumpkin plugs by Dinafragola

House by The House Of Mouse

Have a great week!

Getting Ready for Fall

2011-09-12T17:45:00.003+01:00

Fall is around the corner and I´m preparing a lot of new designs for this season, with warm and deep colors and sparkly touches for the parties coming up next months.

Also, the blog will be soon updated with more fashion, clothing and decoration ideas, all of them with the most important themes for these months, like Halloween!

Stay tuned! ;)

Avant Garde Finds For Your Home

2011-09-05T19:35:00.002+01:00

Here I would like to share with you these four beautiful finds, inspired in modern design and handmade in Europe, like the lovely pillow from EarthLab.

Wall Art by ArtGlamourSligo

Print by JKPhotography

Black Journal by Baghy

Have a great week!

Fantasy Photo Mosaic

2011-08-30T17:46:00.004+01:00

1. Fantasy Wallpaper, 2. fantasy art, 3. Fantasy Bulding Wallpaper, 4. Fantasy art with a touch of colour

I just finished reading a wonderful fantasy book, full of adventure and fun. This book has inspired me to make this mosaic.

More mosaics at www.artmind-etcetera.blogspot.com

Seven Recipes With Strawberries

2011-08-29T17:07:00.005+01:00

Happy Monday! Here I bring you a sweet way to start your week: seven recipes made with delicious strawberries. I hope you will enjoy them!
Click on the pictures to go to the recipe. The fantastic recipe for the cake you can see above can be found here.

Stuffed Strawberries

Tuxedo Strawberries

Strawberry Cheesecake

Cupcakes

Chocolate Strawberries

Muffins

My Creative Space: Teal

2011-08-24T19:39:00.003+01:00

I have recently made several designs with teal blue crystals, one is the silver plated ring you can see above, and the second is this gold plated necklace, adorned with a tree and a Swarovski crystal pendant.

More creative spaces at: www.ourcreativespaces.bogspot.com

Feathers Photo Mosaic

2011-08-23T11:05:00.000+01:00

1. feather, 2. Feathers, 3. Feather, 4. feather

This week I have chosen the theme "feathers" for the weekly mosaic game by Mitsy (Artmind).
Take a look at the rest of the mosaics for this week at her blog: www.artmind-etcetera.blogspot.com

Cute Handmade Toys For Children

2011-08-22T08:56:00.000+01:00

Today I want to share with you these lovely toys for children. If you are an early buyer for the Holidays, here are a few suggestions, handmade in Europe.
The cute bear you can see above is made by Meilingerzita.

More pretty toys:

Panda by MissusD

Case by Kirschbits

Owls by Heartygift

Short Summer 2011 Hair Cuts Six Styles

2011-08-19T07:41:00.000+01:00

Here you can see some ideas for a change of hair style if you are thinking on cutting it short. These some of the trends for this Summer in terms of short hair, like the lovely, elegant and comfortable one you can see above spotted on Katie Holmes this Summer.

More ideas:

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Pictures source: 1,2,3,4.

Bunuelos (Buñuelos) Recipe

2011-08-18T06:13:00.000+01:00

This delicious dessert is very easy to make and perfect for any time of the year.
You will need the following things:

Ingredients:
3 cups flour, sifted twice
1 tbsp baking powder
1 tbsp salt
1 tbsp sugar
2 eggs
3/4 cup milk
1/2 cup butter or margarine
oil for frying

Directions:
In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder and salt.
In a small bowl, beat one tbsp sugar, eggs and butter. Stir in milk. Add milk mixture to flour.
Shape into 20 balls. Cover and let stand for 30 minutes. Heat oil.
Roll each ball out on a lightly-floured board into very thin six-inch circle.
Fry them until golden brown, turning once. Drain on absorbent towels. Sprinkle with sugar-cinnamon topping while warm.

I hope you will enjoy them!
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Pictures source: 1,2,3,4.

My Creative Space: Very Different Colors

2011-08-17T07:33:00.001+01:00

This week I have been working on several different pieces in green, golden and purple. The ring you can see above is the Empire and it´s now available in lime green. Also, here you can see new Valerie earrings in golden tones and the Tree of Life in purple.

More creative spaces at www.ourcreativespaces.blogspot.com

Cute! Photos and Videos!

2011-08-16T06:05:00.000+01:00

1. Cute cat alert!, 2. animals,cute,photography,funny,, 3. Cute dog, 4. cute-puppies

Today I´m sharing with you these cute pictures and these also very cute videos. I hope all of them will bright your day and week.

More mosaics at www.artmind-etcetera.blogspot.com

Summer Pink And Yellow Finds From Europe

2011-08-15T07:06:00.000+01:00

This week, I would like to share with you here four handmade beautifil items, all of them from European crafters, like the wonderful scarf you can see above from JaneBoFelt.

Hat by MARYsworks.

Pillow by EarthLab.

Dress by LittleKatysFactory

Have a great week!

Tips For Damaged Hair

2011-08-12T08:00:00.000+01:00

The weather, the beach, the stress, the wrong products... many are the factors that can damage our hair and make it look dull and dry. Here are a few tips that I have gathered and that I hope you find them useful.

1- Before you select a product for your hair make sure that it is designed to treat the type of damage that your hair has, and make sure that it is a quality product.
2-Even if you are trying to grow your hair out it is important to trim the ends of your hair about every two weeks. You don’t have to trim very much, just about a centimeter if your hair is relatively healthy.
3- Limit the use of chemical treatments like perms, dyes, and relaxers to once every 8 to 10 weeks at the most.
4-You can perform deep conditioning with heat using a moisturizing conditioner especially manufactured for dry or damaged hair on weekly basis.
5-Try if possible not blow-dry. Wait until they dry naturally. If you can not do without a hair dryer you must set very gentle regimen.

6-Shampoos, which contain essential oils, various plant extracts such as hops, chamomile, nettle, sage and lecithin are ideal for dry and damaged hair. Well suited shampoos containing lanolin, panthenol, jojoba and avocado, they are perfectly reconstructing the hair after using these shampoos hair becomes shiny and silky.
7-There are several items in your kitchen that you can use to improve the health and appearance of your hair. For split ends, dry hair, and frizzy hair you can use olive oil and a beaten egg.
8-Trade in your hairbrush for a wide-toothed comb to limit hair breakage.
9-Treatment of damaged hair is largely dependent on proper nutrition. The diet of health food should be present a large amount of mineral salts and vitamins.
10-Before you can begin the process of damaged hair care, you must first know the source. Is it chemical damage? Are you using heated instruments that are damaging your hair?

I hope you found these useful. Have a great weekend!
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Pictures source:1,2,3.

Color Trends Fall And Winter 2011 Pantone

2011-08-11T11:47:00.000+01:00

This is the color selection published by Pantone that is going to be trend this Fall/Winter 2011. You can find more info about the colors and ideas to use them HERE.

Here are a few pieces I made in these colors (click on the pictures for more info on the items).

My Creative Space: Bracelet and Earrings

2011-08-10T11:35:00.000+01:00

This week, I finished a few new versions of the bracelet La Vie, this time in a smokey tone and with a lot of sparkle. Also, I finished new earrings that match The Queen ring in emerald color.

More creative spaces at www.ourcreativespaces.blogspot.com

Pizza Margherita Recipe

2011-08-09T11:04:00.000+01:00

Did you know the origin of this pizza? According to Wikipedia, in 1889, during a visit in Napoli, Queen Margherita of Savoy was served a pizza resembling the colors of the Italian flag, red (tomato), white (mozzarella) and green (basil). This kind of pizza has been named after the Queen as Pizza Margherita.
Here you have the recipe:

Ingredients:

12 inch thin pizza crust

14.79 ml extra virgin olive oil

2 garlic cloves, finely chopped

3-4 large basil leaves, cut into strips

2 small tomatoes, cut thinly

113.39 g mozzarella cheese, shredded

29.58 ml parmesan cheese

salt and pepper, to taste

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 450°F.

Drizzle the olive oil over the pizza shell.

Next, disperse the finely chopped garlic evenly.

Spread the mozzarella cheese throughout the top.

Place the thinly sliced tomatoes across the entire pizza.

Lightly salt and pepper the tomatoes with the salt.

Spread the fresh basil leaves.

Cook the pizza in the oven for about 9-10 minutes, or until sufficiently crispy and melted.

Add a little Parmesan cheese.

I hope you like the recipe!
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Pictures source: 1, 2, 3, 4.

5 Stylish Decoration Ideas For Your Bedroom

2011-08-08T08:43:00.000+01:00

After the Summer, many people need a change in their living space. Today I bring you here five stylsih deco ideas for your bedroom. With simple changes and additions you can really create a different space. Like in the bedroom you can see above, found at Goodhousekeeping, that with just the addition of red sheets and a black and red lamp, it has become a more interesting and vivid room.

More ideas:

Idea seen at Decorguide.

This lovely room was found at Deluxe-interior.

This clean and clear idea was spotted at Freshome.

This light and elegant room design was found at Beinteriordecorator.

Have a great week!

Tigers Photo Mosaic

2011-08-02T14:05:00.003+01:00

1. Tiger eyes, 2. Tiger / Harimau, 3. Sumatran Tiger ; bathing, 4. Warning!!!...Tiger in training...:O))

This week, my mosaic is dedicated to this beautiful and wonderful animal.

More mosaics at www.artmind-etcetera.blogspot.com

Blue And White Finds For Summer

2011-08-01T16:55:00.006+01:00

Here I bring you today four blue and white finds, perfect for this Summer. They are handmade by talented artisans in Europe, like the lovely Turkish bath towel you can see above, made by Peshtema Shop.

This wonderulf tunic/dress is handmade by BVLifeStyle in a very soft and pretty blue.

Dress your table with these original and stylish coasters made by Azulado.

A great accessory for a Summer look is this beautiful clutch handmade in different shades of blue by IraGrant.

Have a great week!

My Creative Space: Cuff Links

2011-07-28T21:59:00.004+01:00

I´m working on new men accessories lately and these are the first ones available at my shops.
These cuff links are made with Swarovski crystal and silver plated findings.

More creative spaces at www.ourcreativespaces.blogspot.com

Macaron Recipe

2011-07-28T07:43:00.000+01:00

Recently I tried these delicious macarons in a French bakery in London. They were fantastic and I have been looking for a recipe for them.

I found a very nice one in ChocoParis.com. You can read it HERE.
It can be made with vainilla, strawberry...

And if you have never tried them, I really recommend this tasty dessert.

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Picture source: own picture, 1.

Relax Photo Mosaic

2011-07-26T09:00:00.000+01:00

1. Relax, 2. Relaxed, 3. Relaxing, 4. Relax

This time of the year, many people enjoy a bit of time of relax here where I live.
If you are one of the lucky ones or if you are about to enjoy your holidays, this mosaic is dedicated to you :) We all need a bit of time for ourselves.

More mosaics at www.artmind-etcetera.blogspot.com

We Are Back!

2011-07-25T09:00:00.000+01:00

After few wonderful days in London, we are back!
New designs are coming; also, new posts in the blog with recipes, fashion ideas and decoration tips!

Get ready for more fresh content soon! :)

Have a great week!

Away

2011-07-14T09:00:00.000+01:00

Picture found here

From tomorrow (7/15) to next Friday (7/22), I will be out of town.

Orders made within these days will be shipped on 7/23.
If you have questions, I will often read the e-mail and I will try to answer you as soon as possible.

Have a great week! :)

My Creative Space: New Set

2011-07-13T08:29:00.000+01:00

This week Ihave worked in several new projects that should be ready soon and also prepared a new set that mixes pearls and crystal.

More creative spaces at www.ourcreativespaces.blogspot.com

Butterflies {Photo Mosaic}

2011-07-12T07:53:00.000+01:00

1. Winter butterfly, 2. Butterfly / Nature / Macro, 3. Butterfly, Papilio xuthus - Asian Swallowtail - Chinese Yellow Swallowtail - Xuthus swallowtail, 4. Butterfly / Macro / Nature

I love these wonderful creatures, so I dedicated this mosaic to them.

More mosaic at www.artmind-etcetera.blogspot.com

Four Decoration Ideas In Green

2011-07-11T07:15:00.000+01:00

This week I bring you here four decoration ideas in green, handmade in Europe. Enjoy these fresh and Summerish finds, like the one you can see above, made by Trencadis.

Centerpiece by Intres

Pillow by NickyBeeShop

Basket by Valsplay

Have a great week!

Dreamy Dresses by Elie Saab 2011

2011-07-07T09:00:00.000+01:00

Elie Saab is one of my favorite designers. His collections are always feminine, stylish and glamorous. Yesterday, his new creations were presented in Paris. Here you can see some of the gorgeous pieces shown.

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Pictures source: 1

My Creative Space: Golden Pieces For Summer

2011-07-06T09:00:00.001+01:00

This week, I have made several new golden pieces, like the ring you can see above, made with violet and white crystal Swarovski rhinestones.
Also, I finished this vintage style ring and this colorful necklace.

More creative spaces at www.ourcreativespace.blogspot.com

Four Summer Accessories Made In Europe

2011-07-04T09:00:00.001+01:00

Today, I bring you here these four beautiful items made by these fantastic European artisans; they are all perfect for this Summer, like the lovely clutch by ADGCORNERSHOP.

Wonderful dress by Thongbai Tatong

Pretty bag by Ira Grant

Very chic scarf by JurgitaMi

Have a great week!

Atonement Style: That Gorgeous Green Dress

2011-07-01T09:00:00.000+01:00

If you have ever watched the movie Atonement, I´m sure you will remember the unforgetable and absolutely gorgeous dress that Keira Knightley wore during the first part of the film (and of course, you will also remember the movie for having a fantastic story, explendid performances and great direction). That dress has been considered one of the best dresses in the cinema history.

Today I want to share with you this mosaic inspired by that wonderful dress:

Green heels by Parisxox
Hairpins by LeelaBijou
Dress by FrenchNovelty
Bracelet and earrings by LeelaBijou.
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Picture from the movie Atonement is property of Universal Pictures, displayed here only for fan purposes.

Eyeshadow Trends For Summer 2011

2011-06-30T08:39:00.000+01:00

Summer is here and here are a few ideas to make your eyes stand out these months. Pale colors, soft combinations and a bit of sparkle are the main trends this Summer. The one you can see above is from Nars and was found here.

The following one uses a matte navy blue base with a white shadow near the eyebrow. Source of this idea: maccounter.
This one features a soft pale pink eyeshadow with the addition of few sparks. Perfect for Summer night parties! Found it at Makeupstyle.

Soft golden brown eyeshadow with black eyeliner, perfect to highlight your eyes and maintain a natural look. This beautiful combination was also found at maccounter.

A fresh, daring combo: yellow, green and blue. This idea was seen at Makeupshadow.

This one features a dark brown eyeshadow with a skin-toned one in the superior part. If your eyes are blue or green, this combination is fantastic and will really make them stand out.
Idea found at Makeupuk.

The following one shows a combination with very light golden and dark brown. This was found at Awildheartmakeup.

Soft violet with a bit a white is the combination featured in the following picture. This was seen at Mediabla.

My Creative Space: Swarovski Crystal Rings

2011-06-29T09:00:00.000+01:00

These are two of some new rings I have been making this past week. The one you can see above is made with Sterling silver and the one under these lines is silver plated; both made with Swarovski crystal stones.

More creative spaces at www.ourcreativespaces.blogspot.com

Heat Wave - Photo Mosaic

2011-06-28T09:00:00.001+01:00

1. My favorite summer drink (so far), 2. summer drink, 3. Last summer drink?, 4. Summer Pimms

Since the last week, there is a heat wave in the Canaries so I dedicated this mosaic to refreshing drinks for the Summer.

Also, if you are interested on Summer drink recipes, take a look a these ones I have published.

More mosaics at www.artmind-etcetera.blogspot.com

Decorative Lamps: 10 Original Designs

2011-06-27T09:00:00.001+01:00

This week I´m sharing with you ten beautiful, modern and original designs of lamps and lights for your home, living room, office, workspace...
The ones you can see above were found at Homedecoarcade.

Seen at Azmyarch.

Found it at Housedesignbuzz.

Spotted this one at ResidentialLandscapeLanding.

Seen at Decorationdecoration.

Found at Reigningifts.

Spotted at DesignWagen.

This one was seen at FurnitureFashion.

These ones were seen at SeasonalHome.

This one was made by FiligreeCreations.

Have a great week!

10 Beautiful Wedding Save The Date Ideas

2011-06-24T09:00:00.000+01:00

Here I bring you today ten gorgeous and elegant ideas to use as your Save the Date for your wedding. The one you can see above was made by EverlastingInvites.

Made by Mavora.

Made by BethCote

Made by AnistaDesigns

Made by Craftypagan

Made by TiffanyBlueDesign

Made by InspiraDesigns

Made by Lovetocreatestamps

Made by Lukecommasara

Made by Withlovegreetings

Have a great weekend! :)

Pina Colada Recipe - Summer Drinks

2011-06-23T08:48:00.000+01:00

This is one of the most delicious and refreshing drinks you can taste on Summer. Here I bring you today the Pina Colada recipe (or Piña Colada if you prefer):

Ingredients:

1 1/2oz. Light Rum
2 oz. Pineapple Juice
1 oz. Cream of Coconut
1/2 Banana
1/2 cup crushed ice

Directions:

Combine all ingredients in an electric blender with the ice.

Blend 20 - 30 seconds. Pour blended mixture into a glass.

Garnish with a pineapple wedge and paper umbrella.

Presentation ideas:

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Pictures source: 1,2,3,4.

My Creative Space: New Necklaces

2011-06-22T09:00:00.000+01:00

This week I have finished several new necklaces. Here are two of them that you can already find on my shops.

More creative spaces at www.ourcreativespaces.blogspot.com

At The Beach... Photo Mosaic

2011-06-21T09:00:00.000+01:00

1. Beach Landscape Kid, 2. Beach Clouds, 3. Blyth Northumberland beach huts at sunrise 18-03-11, 4. Summer Beach

For many people here, they will be able to enjoy some vacation days soon (most kids finish school in a week or two and families will start travelling) . This mosaic is dedicated to all those who will have their Holydays at the beach.

More mosaics at www.artmind-etcetera.blogspot.com