It is a tremendously nice thing when people take the time to thank others who have been kind to them. Just like the lovely folks over at the Ashes & Milk blog did today. [link]
- Talk to Me by Suzanne Carlsen -
No thanks needed, but still very much appreciated. 
Happy 4th to all my American friends. Celebrate safe!
1. Handbag with bicycles in blue by jenniferladd at Etsy
2. Vintage Inspired Striped Sun Dress by LooseTeeth at Etsy
3. This Is For You by Rob Ryan at ReForm School
4. Collectible Mug – Have A Nice Day (vintage) at Three Potato Four
p.s.
4th of July weekend sale going on at balanced., save 20% on everything in shop! Enter code “weekend deals” at checkout and your discount will be refunded. Valid July 3rd – July 5th.
This gorgeous two-strand necklace features one strand of lovely Labradorite smooth round beads with silver Japanese glass spacer beads. The second, shorter strand is comprised of gorgeous faceted Labradorite rondelles and matte Grey Japanese glass seed bead spacers. They are connected with two pewter connectors near the neck and it is finished with a strong Sterling Silver hook clasp. The focal piece is a large Labradorite oval pendant with beautiful flash in a Sterling Silver setting, which sits at the center of the necklace.
Now available in my Etsy shop with FREE International shipping!
These are a great deal! You get essentially, 3 pairs of earrings for the price of one. 2 different earrings that you can wear individually or together. They look great any way you choose. You simply slide off one and slip on the other, or wear them together for 3 different looks! Interchangeable, light and great for Spring.
3for1 - Cloudy Lilac Earrings
3for1 - Dark Amethyst Earrings
AND, as if these weren’t already great value for your money, you can take advantage of FREE worldwide shipping! No codes to enter, no waiting for a refund… simply make your purchase and await your lovelies.
I am anxious to see what people think of these because I would love to make some more. What do you think?
These floral earrings feature Miracle Glass centers over swirly purple Czech Glass flower petals. Set onto Antique Bronze bumpy flower bead caps and hung on Antique Bronze kidney earwires.
They measure 2″ (5cm) long, including earwire.
Packaged securely and presented in an earring gift box, ready for gift giving or keeping for yourself.
See more beautiful, eclectic pieces at balanced.etsy.com
And take advantage of FREE shipping worldwide!
Some new items listed recently in my Etsy shop!
I couldn’t title this post “Front Page” too.
But…
Stoked. I’m just so relieved that my photos are worthy. Love it.
Thanks so much justCHARMING!
OH! She also included me in this GORGEOUS blue theme.
You can show it some love by clicking the image, while the link is still active of course.
balanced. is featured in another gorgeous treasury of plums and purples by the very talented ShannaMichele.
It is gorgeous! Thanks so much ShannaMichele!
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And another! I am feelin’ the love!
This one‘s by JodieMO and is perfect for Spring!
Thank you JodieMO!
The lovely Bellebeads has included me in very sweet Easter themed treasury and I think it is just adorable! Love all her picks.
Thanks Bellebeads!
