Remembering 4 years ago....

June 10th we celebrated our 4th wedding anniversary.I had a great friend make us an anniversary cake. She is so talented and made us this cake out of dark chocolate, raspberry, dulce de leche and prunes. Just amazing!


If you have found love in your lives hold on and treasure it because not everyone finds it!!!

Nanduti Paraguayan Lace

I am thankful that I was invited to speak on Saturday at the Institute of Hispanic Culture in Houston on Saturday May 15, 2010. I was invited to do a presentation about nanduti lace as I studied this particular lace in Paraguay for 4 months. I had a teacher who came into the capital twice a week from Itagua and taught me how to make this lace. The lace is a source of pride for Paraguayans and it can be in seen in various artworks, songs, and even furniture. I even incorporated the nanduti into my logo. I will be uploading my power point presentation this week online for those interested. I highly recommend reading the book "Encaje de Paraguay" by Annick Sanjurjo. This book is available in Spanish only at this time but is currently being translated. The book comes with an amazing DVD available in both English and Spanish. You can purchase the book directly from the author on www.nandutilace.com

New stones & goodies

I attended the gem show last month and bought some amazing stones and pieces. I have not had a chance to work with my new goodies yet, except for one piece I was able to design. I found some rare mother of pearl hand carved medallions which I had been eyeing for a while but not ready to make the $$ commitment. I finally sucked it up and purchased them. Here is what I created with those medallions, blue topaz & moonstones my Basilie earrings. What do you think? I am in love with them.......

Bellaire Arts Festival April 17, 2010

Come on out this Saturday to the Bellaire Arts Festival in the Bellaire Town Square from 9 am to 5 pm. Amaria will be out there once again this year. Looking forward to the new location! Hope to see you there!


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Cross Creek Ranch Arts Festival in Fulshear, TX

Escape the city this weekend! Come on out to Fulshear and see all 70 artist & artisans that will be present for the first Cross Creek Ranch Arts Festival. Amaria will be one of the artisans there! Come on out! Can't wait to see you!

Event: Cross Creek Ranch Fine Arts Festival
When: April 10, 2010 - open 10 am to 6 pm
Where: 6450 Cross Creek Bend Ln Fulshear, TX 77441

www.crosscreekranch.com

Spring 2010 Gifts Galore

It is that time of year again for Gifts Galore.....AMARIA will be at this event outdoors on Saturday. Come on out and support education and your local artists and crafters!
Located at Dickinson Elementary School at 7110 Greatwood Parkway Sugar Land, TX 77479.

Here is the info:

Saturday March 27th

9:00 am to 3:oo pm *FREE ADMISSION* *STROLLERS WELCOME*

Over 100 indoor booths with unique items!

Handmade Jewelry, Handbags, Note Cards

One-of-a-kind Yard and Home Décor

Monogrammed Children and Baby Items Easter and Mother’s Day Gifts, too!

A PORTION OF THE PROCEEDS BENEFITS

LAMAR EDUCATIONAL AWARDS FOUNDATION (L.E.A.F.)

Amaria donation benefitting HAWC

I have finally completed the necklace that I will be donating for the Houston Area Women's Shelter Event called Toast & Treasures. Toast & Treasures is the Official Kickoff Party for Race against Violence that is being planned by Vida Events & Marketing benefitting the Houston Area Women's Shelter on February 25, 2010 from 6:30pm to 9:00 pm at Ruggles Grill. The actual race is on March 6, 2010 at 8am at Sam Houston Park @ Bagby.

INSPIRATION: The piece is called Bat- Eli Hebrew name for "Daughter of my God". Turquoise is believed to bring happiness and good fortune to all. A master healing stone that promotes spontaneity in romance and stimulates the initiation of romantic love. It balances and aligns all chakras and subtle bodies and can bring all energies to a higher level. A highly spiritual stone, yet grounding, it brings soothing energy and peace of mind. It brings strength, wisdom, protection, and positive thinking.

DESCRIPTION: The necklace is made of 14k gold fill crimped chain with wire wrapped faceted turquoise briolettes and 22k vermeil circle twisted links. The necklace measures approximately 18" with a 2" chain extension.

SUGGESTED RETAIL: $ 475

Come on out February 25th from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm at Ruggles Grill, Hope to see you there!