May flowers brings new jewelry designs.

We are having beautiful weather in the south. Unseasonably cool for this time of year. The flowers are blooming and the birds are feasting.

I love having fresh flowers inside and out. The sunflowers are my favorite - they are so darn happy! The yellow drop crystal earrings put a smile on my face.


And I just picked up this vibrant basket of petunias for my deck. The fun drop earrings with the Bali silver stars pick up the color in the petunias

Other beauties using turquoise and riverstone. The smooth texture of these flat round stones feel nice and cool against your neck.





Inspired by the garden and the outdoors, the new designs will leave you wanting more bright, happy color and cool, soothing color. Find these one of a kind jewelry items and many others at Dee-Zigns.

Custom orders are completed.

Just finished up this gorgeous freshwater pearl necklace and earring set for a custom order. The blister pearl heart shaped pendant detaches to give two different looks. This college graduate is going to be thrilled to receive such a beautiful gift.

The bracelet below is another custom order for Mother's Day.

I really enjoy creating versatile jewelry. I will be thinking of many other designs that are versatile. Check back often as I am adding new pieces all the time at Dee-Zigns.

Had a wonderful open house recently. Lovely ladies, lots of laughs and great sales. What more could I ask for?

We have a winner!

Congratulations to Mary W. of Charlotte, NC for winning the $50 gift certificate to Dee-Zigns Handcrafted Jewelry & Accessories.

During our 5th Year Anniversary Sale every person that placed an order between April 15th-30th, was automatically entered into a drawing on May 1st. Mary's name was drawn randomly as the lucky winner.

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Back to work on Mother's Day orders. It's only 8 days away!

New stones.

I've been looking at these beautiful stones waiting for the opportunity to create something wonderful. Unfortunately it will have to wait a little longer. I must finish custom orders for Mother's Day and graduation. Next, I must finish preparing for an open house this Sunday.

If you are in the north Atlanta area and would like to stop by, email me and I'll give you the details.

The amethyst and faceted citrine are favorites of mine. I fell in love with the blue crazy lace agate - the turquoise blue mixed with creamy peach and black is so stunning. I can't wait to get my hands on it. So watch the blog for the finished designs.

Sunny skies calling my name.

It's so beautiful today, chilly air that will soon warm up to 80 degrees. Must finish coffee and head outside to garden, do lawn chores and the many other things needed outside the house.

Twittering? Are you kidding me?

I just started Twittering today and it is addictive. I'm stumbling and I'm twittering. What a world we live in. You should check it out and see what the fuss is about.

Twittering is about posting what you are doing. That's it. Simple. Somebody is making millions, I'm sure. You may follow your friends and family if they are twittering or you can follow people you don't even know. Weird, eh?

By the way, I'm www.twitter.com/DeeZigns.

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.