Tuesday, May 29, 2007

Introducing Somethigs Shiney and New!

OK, here is a little sampling of what I have been doing .... I love color and gold! It's warm and it's cool. It's just right for highlighting sun kissed skin! Doesn't it puts you in the right mood for the hot days ahead?!


The 1st and 2nd pictures are the same necklace made of 14 kt. gold-fill wire and chain, Green Amethyst, Peruvian Opal and Garnet. It can be worn in 2 or more ways. These just happen to be my favorite ways to wear it. The 3rd picture is a large Citrine drop mega wrapped in silver with a hammered oval that carries a Pink Tourmaline and Apatite. I probably won't get these on the website until I return from vacation - sorry.

As some most know, though I have never openly stated, ALL of my pieces are Limited Editions and/or One-of-a-kinds. Typically I will only create 5 of one item. When it's gone... well, it's gone. I feel that it gives my work appeal and something to be desired. My ideas, techniques and styles are constantly evolving. I strongly suggest joining my newsletter so that you can be informed of Aniroc's on going evolution. Plus, as a subscriber you are entitled to subscriber only specials and discounts!

Tuesday, May 22, 2007

Sum, Sum, Summertime

The temps are rising and cool style is too. I'm motivated by the season for sure! I just hope that I can get my new stuff online before Fall trends arise! Times are busy right now with the recent Mother's day rush and now with the school year coming to end. Grad gift are in high demand. I know that it is also wedding season......will I be ready? Let's hope so! *-)

As you can see to the right of the page, I have decided to post my photo. I do this for those who feel that they need to make a connection with the person creating their product. So, that'ts me as of last Saturday.

Aside from designing jewelry, I work on designing special features for my home. So to expand on the "designer" behind Aniroc I'm sharing just a few photos of what I have done.
Our foyer/entry way. A medallion I designed and had custom made out of Marble and Travertine. It measures 4' across and is centered in an 8' rotunda. My inspiration for this was driven by our home. It is Mediterranean/Spanish in feel but is new and now.
Our front gate (designed by me too) and medallion are Mediterranean in feel. Fleur de lis and Corinthian leaves. I chose to go this route to keep the home neutral, classy and timeless. In addition to retaining it's property value in the long run.
So here is the entry walkway. This space divides the formal dining and living rooms. Both rooms have a soft radius soffit to elude to the rooms designation. To exaggerate this feature and define it, I had the rooms carpeting (which will be replaced soon) bordered in the travertine. Then warming up the area with wide planks of Hickory that continues through our home.

There is so much more that has been done and still needs to be done. But as the old saying goes.....all in due time.

So enough about that!

I'll be posting real soon about jewels!



Wednesday, May 9, 2007

Mom's Day

Mother's day is just around the corner and I have had an overwhelming amount of request for the day. Some custom so not. None the less we LOVE our Moms. I am appreciative to be able to assist in the gift giving process. I believe that all moms are unique in their own rite and giving a gift of the same stature, well, is priceless.

To celebrate those of you whom may be a mommy or for those who want to celebrate your Mom .... here is an exceptional video by Lynn Collwell to view and share.

WARNING: you will need tissue!

Here's the link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7TWgzLxbMdo

Happy Mother's Day!