Great gift idea for readers!

I've been so busy creating necklaces and earrings that I have neglected a much loved accessory that I offer - handbeaded bookmarks. I get such a kick out of creating these and never tire of color combinations.


Obviously I have the beach on my brain because all I can think about is going to the beach with a great book and using one of my colorful bookmarks. Check out these that make a wonderful gift for your favorite beach addict. A blue glass flip flop charm dangles from one end for a bit of whimsy. On the other purple and green bookmark, a sterling silver adirondack chair hangs from one end.

Don't forget teachers - these one of a kind beaded bookmarks make a wonderful gift choice for end of the year teacher's gifts. The two bookmarks at the right are colorful and useful gifts starting at $16.

New designs!

I love jasper gemstones, they come in many different colors and are affordable. The strawberry jasper round gemstones are featured in this new necklace and earring set. Soft pink swirled with creamy white makes it 'strawberry" and these stones are paired with pale pink freshwater pearls in a contemporary shape. The generous 24" length of the necklace makes it versatile enough to wrap around your wrist 3 times for a gorgeous bracelet.

This set makes me think of my Mom, I can picture her wearing it over a crisp white blouse under a tailored grey suit. Pink and grey make a stunning color combination, especially in the boardroom.

My mother in law, on the other hand could be seen sporting this two strand necklace to compliment one of her beautifully tailored denim jackets and skirts.

Whatever evokes memories of our mothers, relish them. Take time to think of them and how they have touched our lives.

March in the South

Easter is arriving early this year, or so says everyone I talk to. So looking forward to dying eggs and decorating cookies with the kids.

The Bradford pears are beginning to bloom in Atlanta and tulips are popping up everywhere. The weather should cooperate for a nice Spring weekend. Atlanta deserves it after last weekends' storms that caused plenty of damage to the downtown area. Bizarre weather we've been having, but that's March in the south.

Mother's Day is just around the corner and I have been busy creating new designs with mothers in mind. Not just your mother's mother, but every mother, the young and older ones. When I think of my mom and mother-in-law, I always think young, hip ladies. My mom has always been young - just 20 years older than me. She's always been career oriented and a strong individual. Early memories have my mom in cool dresses and fancy business suits. Women always admired my mom's style of dress and accessories. Men always admired her looks.

My mother-in-law always looks so stylish, pulled together with her clothes and accessories. A tad on the preppy side, or should I say casual chic conservative. Yeah, I like that term. Anyway, I've been designing jewelry that would look stunning on each of them and their distinct personalities.

I will finish these "mother's day" treasures and post them soon. Keep reading and have a wonderful day.

St. Patrick's day

Happy St. Patrick's Day to one and all. If you are in Savannah, hope you are safe and enjoying a wonderful celebration.

Neutrals

When I think of neutral as a color, I think black, grey, brown, white, cream, khaki. Believe me, I get it. I love wearing neutral colored clothes, they're so easy!

But some would say (not me, mind you) neutral is well, blah........I think not! At Dee-Zigns, my newest "neutrals" are anything but blah. Check 'em out.

Some of these are on the website, the others I will have up by tomorrow. Remember Easter is 10 days away!

Nautical is "in" this season.

Did it ever go out? The Nautical look has been around forever, or so it seems. It's a classic look using navy and white, very fresh and casual.

I remember how much fun it was going boating with my friends and doning my new white topsiders. Especially in the evening, boating was an event. Wearing casual, yet elegant attire, having a cocktail and cruising to a restaurant for a meal. Growing up in Savannah, Georgia, I spent many days boating on the intra-coastal waterways and combing small islands for seashells.

This is why I love anything beach related. Could spent my life on the beach, at the beach, sitting on the beach, walking on the beach, retiring at the beach. That's when the hubby ends my daydreaming by saying "sell more jewelry".

My new pieces are inspired by the nautical look and being at the beach. Shop Dee-Zigns Handcrafted Jewelry and Accessories today.

Pink & Orange

Well, I've set a record. Two postings in 2 days, go figure! I must share my latest creations.

I love the fresh color combination of the hot pink and warm orange. The round, flat shell beads are so smooth and feel good against the skin. The carnelian chips add the spice. You'll see these colors in the warmer days ahead.

The Dee-Zigns website will undergo a few changes, for the better. So please bare with me and have patience.

New season, new Dee-Zigns

I've been working so fast, my fingers cannot keep up with the designs floating around in my head. That's right, that's where my designs come from, an idea in my mind that I cannot put on paper. Maybe if I could sketch or had the desire to try to sketch a new necklace, earring, etc. I would save time. Well, probably not...

Here are a few of the latest earring styles I've added to the website.

New Sale Items Added

I've added new beauties to the Summer Sale - don't wait or they'll be gone! Click here to go now.

There are plenty of items to choose from in different price ranges. Good time to pick up something for yourself. It will arrived gift wrapped especially for YOU.

Have a wonderful weekend.

Hello Atlanta

So long Charlotte, hello Atlanta. It's been a few months now and I'm finally feeling more settled and adjusting to my new surroundings. I don't look at those brown boxes in the basement. I feel sure a fairy will come and unpack them for me. Just because. :)

We will miss Charlotte and our neighborhood very much but its a short ride away and our friendships will last a lifetime.

My kids are back in school, the youngest started kindergarten (still cannot believe that one) its time to swing back into action. I have plenty of new designs in the works and will be previewing those soon. Thank you for your patience, I sincerely appreciate it.

But in the meantime, check out Dee-Zigns Sizzling Labor Day Sale going on right now... a perfect reason to buy now...shipping is free on purchases of $25 or more (normally it is $35 or more to receive free shipping). But hurry, this special ends midnight, September 3rd.

Our Monthly Contest is back on track and we have chosen 3 lucky winners for May, June and July. Congratulations Christi B., Dawn C. and Romaine P.

Tell your friends and family to sign up for our monthly contest to win a $25 gift certificate. If you don't subscribe, you can't win!

Spring is here? already?

My family and I are in the process of moving back to Atlanta from Charlotte. Anyone who has had their house on the market can relate to my stress. I'm always picking up, wiping off, putting away. Geez - somebody buy it already! It's only been 2 1/2 weeks.

Fast forward to working and designing in this environment. Not an easy process. I have many new designs half finished! So please, please bare with me. I will put things out slowly - but I will do it.
Now where did I put my tools...

Happy Valentine's Day to all. Here's wishing you a beautiful day with lots of love in your heart.

Smiles are contagious - spread one today!

Happily Handmade Giveaway

It's here again... the Happily Handmade Giveaway and Dee-Zigns is thrilled once again to be a sponsor! This is such a fun event. There are 80 sponsors this time around - so go visit each one, enter the contest and then have a look around at their site. You'll discover incredible independent artists, designers and shops and find handmade goodies for yourself and for gifts.

I don't know about you, but it seems I am always in need of a gift. Children's birthday parties, friends and family birthdays, house warming gifts, graduation gifts, get well gifts... it's always something!

So get going and ENTER to win at Dee-Zigns - a huge basket of handmade goodness could be yours! Good luck!

Happy Holidays!

I hope everyone has enjoyed this wondrous season of giving, I hope you have had joy and peace in your hearts and in your homes.

And remember you always have something free to give to anyone you meet... kindness and a smile.

A Nice Compliment

My bookmarks have been noticed by a very cool blog, Design Talk. They have chosen my bookmarks as one of their "Top 5 Christmas List for Women". It is so nice to be recognized for something you enjoy so much!

New Pompom Rings

It's the week of Thanksgiving and I am writing from the state of Michigan. It's not as cold as I anticipated, but cold enough and refreshing. We are visiting my in-laws and other family members and friends.

I want to introduce you to my newest collection, the Pompom ring! I designed these rings with young people in mind or at the very least, for the young at heart! Age is just a number, nothing more, you should wear what you love!

Where did I get the name Pompom? Searching for a name that would be fun, hip and different, it tool me back to my days as a cheerleader, hence the name "Pompom". These rings are clusters of pearls, crystals and sometimes gemstones, they move with you and make a nice compliment to any outfit for any occasion. They also make great gifts.

October Monthly Contest Winner

October was a busy month and a great month for our lucky winner Becky T. of Georgia! She won our $25 Gift Certificate just by signing up for Dee-Zigns e-newsletter.

Every month we choose one lucky person to win a $25 Gift Certificate from our growing list of subscribers. So if you haven't already, sign up today!

We produced a winner!

Congratulations to Jessi Torres! She was one of the 51 winners of the Happily Handmade Giveaway. Because Jessi signed up through Dee-Zigns website for the contest, she was chosen to win gift box #41 sponsored by Dee-Zigns.

All the prizes looked incredible and thank you to everyone who entered through my website and all the other independent designers' websites.

If you don't enter, you can't win.

Only three days left to enter the Happily Handmade Giveaway. You still have time, but hurry. Check out the gift boxes you could win and be sure to enter all 69 websites so you will have 69 chances to win. Go here to start.

Cool Contest!

If you have visited my website lately, you will see the badge for the Happily Handmade Giveaway. This really cool contest a was created in appreciation of the indie shoppers, everywhere! Handcrafted items from sixty-nine independent designers, artists, shops and more have been donated to help promote the Indie Community. 50 giveaway baskets filled with these handmade items are assembled for you, the indie shopper, to thank you for supporting us, as independent artists and business owners.
We encourage you to visit all of the sponsor websites to enter. One entry per sponsor website, so the more sponsors you visit, the more you can enter and have a better chance at winning - that's 69 chances!

Entries will be collected from September 30th through October 29th, 2006. Winners will be selected on November 1, 2006. To view official rules click here. All entries must have a valid email address and full name (first and last). Be sure you give your first and last name, I have seen several on my email list that did not give their name, or they only gave their first name. These will be disqualified.

Good luck to everyone that enters and be sure to tell your friends and family about the Happily Handmade Giveaway!