tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5733162469468631362012-02-02T11:55:56.717-05:00OvertheTophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02505544403990791837noreply@blogger.comBlogger2521100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-573316246946863136.post-58220076350925773732012-02-02T11:55:00.002-05:002012-02-02T11:55:56.741-05:00

20% Off Groundhog Day Sale  - today only on ETSY! Enter the Coupon Code GROUNDHOGSALE to get your discount, just in time for Valentine's Day. Photo of Groundhog by Richard Cameron

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I wish I had more time to make jewelry, but I did manage to finally get to some chandelier crystals that I set aside a while ago. I'm a little worried as my source for these baubles in NYC went dry last summer, so I'm using up my stash without any idea where to go to replenish. The colors are so strong, and I suppose that if I had a huge collection, I would buy a chandelier frame and

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I made a Treasury on Etsy, my first in years. It took forever, so unless I am divinely inspired, it will probably be the last one I do for awhile. Hope you enjoy it, and click on the link to find some lovely Etsy artisans!

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We've made it two weeks into the New Year, so I think it's time for a little celebration. FREE SHIPPING at OvertheTop through midnight, January 15th. You MUST enter the coupon code FREESHIPWEEKEND to qualify for the discount, which is for Domestic US only. At Artfire Shipping is free to Canada and the US! 25% PERCENT OFF SALE at Overthetop Overstock, and the CODE there is 25OFFSALE, subject to

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2 years ago tonight you left us, Dad. At this moment we were holding your hand, singing to you and wishing you peace as you quietly and with dignity made your way into The Big Movie Show In The Sky (a song you sang so well). You are loved and missed daily, your presence is felt often, and your lessons about life and music are remembered by not only your family, but your many students. This

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Last night at this time a three-alarm fire broke out inside a store on 207th and Broadway that eventually took out more than half a dozen businesses. I didn't smell any smoke and heard no fire engines, but did hear noise from the street that I attributed to some kind of work being done by Con Ed or a city agency, which is not unusual around here. It was disturbing to me and I was agitated, as

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I found this evening that one of my items has been featured in an Etsy Treasury, which isn't unusual, but get a load of this one! It's entitled "Insaneley Iredescent" [sic] and just look at all of those incredible images. I admit that I am easy when it comes to shiny things, but I love the colors and choices. It was curated by Grace Raines of Reinterpreted Rainbow on Etsy. She has a great eye

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My new house slippers! I ordered then from Eckohaus and love the musical notes on the 100% wool pumpkin orange base. I have been looking for lightweight house slippers that I could wear over thick socks, that were also quiet, as I live in an apartment. I wanted soft slippers that felt more like socks...and these are perfect! There is no sole other than a rubber coating, so if you want

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It's the last night of Hanukkah, and I hope that all who observe enjoyed a beautiful holiday. It's a windy night where I live and the candles have been flickering wildly. I am still using the candles my father received after making donations to Jewish charities...if you are of the tribe, then you know the ones I mean. They're twisted and come in blue boxes, and sometimes the colors are quite

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Some visitors to this page know that I am a fan of Richard Armitage, the luscious actor from across the pond. I first became a fan after watching the BBC miniseries "North & South" in the last decade - I highly recommend it, and you can stream it on Netflix. Richard's star has been in ascension and he has made a name for himself in various UK TV shows - he was the villain you can't stop

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I made the necklace today as a companion to the bracelet I made a few years ago. The red jewels are vintage scarf slides - one wove the ends of silk scarves through these buckles to hold them in place. Aren't they alluring? There's still time to have them by Christmas. In the shops, links at left.

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New pieces in gemstones - don't you love the cool, smooth feel of these stones? I used jade in many colors, pink crazy lace agate, amazonite and turquoise, enhanced by brass and copper. I'm thinking of keeping the grape jade necklace for myself!

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I am late making new holiday pieces as I am running around getting things done before taking some time off next week, right at the peak of the holiday retail season. I will not be able to ship until the following week, so if you want your pretties by the holiday, please buy now! Here are some shiny new things available...hot color for the holidays and the ice of winter!New cabochons and pendants

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Most of my customers come to my shop looking for color, but I do also make pieces that are more restrained and even minimalist. I made a few new pieces using sterling silver and some lovely labradorite gemstone beads and sterling charms one rainy afternoon. I own a few labradorite baubles and just love angling the pieces every which way in order to see how the colors vary from gray to blue to

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25% off in my jewelry shops on Artfire and Etsy! See links at left. I also have a clearance sale at my vintage and supply shop, Overthetop Overstock, and will add more items every couple of days to that list.SALE through December 10 only; the shop will close for a week or so after that for some vacation time, so buy now for the season.

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I have had a collection of pen nibs sitting idle for awhile, and they were calling to me from their storage box sections, so, in honor of writers everywhere, here are a few new pieces using their pointy goodness.

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To all veterans, thank you for all that you risk to keep us safe. Many men in my family served in the military, but today I want to thank Dad, who served at Fort Bragg, North Carolina from 1943-1945. He was injured in training, tearing the arches of his feet landing badly after a jump (YIKES - OUCH), so he never went overseas to fight. Instead, he acted as a morale-booster as a sergeant,

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I just love October, and am so relieved that cooler weather is here at last, so I am having a sale to clear out my shops - all of them on Artfire and Etsy.15% off on everything! The Coupon Code is OCTOBERSALE11, so if you want your discount, enter it at checkout. Don't forget that part!You can get a head start on your holiday shopping....just look to the left for links to my shops. :)

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I bought my first Apple computer in 1999, a Bondi Blue G3 desktop - what a beauty it was. It had a matching blue keyboard and tower, and I was so proud and happy to have it. It was my first computer, ever, and while there was a learning curve, I enjoyed it and have been a Mac girl ever since. I'm on my third mac now, a 24" iMac, and have a backup laptop, iPod classic, and an iPad for travel. Next

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Sorry I have been AWOL from my blog, but it has been a very busy time with a little too much Real Life lately. The weather around these parts has been a bit cooler, and as tomorrow is *officially* the First Day of Fall for 2011, I am celebrating by posting some pictures of some pieces from my shop that celebrate my favorite season. Subtle, eh?There are more fall orange lovelies available at my

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I've had these for ages, and took advantage of yesterday's steady rainy weather to stay inside and make some necklaces. I should try some earrings, though they may be too heavy. Each necklace is usually different, depending on what chain and coordinating beads I have on hand. I love those tiny teal iridescent glass rondelles and hand-wrapped a rosary style chain for that necklace. The

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It's raining heavily today after thunderstorms last evening, so I thought I'd post some new pretties that evoke the elements of summer. I bought these wonderful lampwork beads last year but only recently found the beautiful enameled Vintaj clasps. I have been looking for unusual clasps and these, which I have in yummy colors and will use on future bracelets, are a focal element on their own.

OvertheTophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02505544403990791837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-573316246946863136.post-76344688607453449922011-07-22T23:15:00.004-04:002011-12-31T01:18:14.679-05:00

New as of tomorrow in the shop - smooth, striped synthetic calsilica and glass bead baubles. Stripes are so cheerful and perfect for summer, and when I saw these last year at a bead show, I had to have them, even though I am a bit late as far as putting them together for the summer. But it's still July, and there is plenty of summer left!Shown: Necklace, bracelet and 2 pairs of earrings.

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I have spent the last 2 week going through my supplies, cleaning up the studio and re-organizing, and lo and behold, found some more of the rare vintage Batman DC Comics charms that I scored a couple of years ago. They are very popular and I'm happy to be able to feature them again, on wonderful long oxidized sterling silver ear wires, which complement them so well.I spent yesterday in

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Dad would have been 95 years old today - what an amazing thought! He very much wanted to make it to 94 - his father's age when he died, but he came close - he was 93 and a half.Missing you every day, Dad, and thinking of you today and how we would be celebrating if we were still all together. A lot has changed since you left us, but you are lovingly remembered and cherished, and I hope that you

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Just in time for the last film (for now), I finally got down to making some Severus Snape worship lockets. Who doesn't love Alan Rickman, and his peerless portrayal of the beloved/hated Potions Master from Potter-land? I love this full costume shot from Warner Bros. (above) I'm sure that there are some interesting details in this ensemble (and its variations) that are between the actor and the

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It has been shockingly hot here in town for the last couple of days, as it is throughout much of the country. I have a problem with heat and humidity - major heat intolerance, and have to be careful, but I finally had to go out today to mail some sales and do some errands. Unfortunately, I didn't get out as early as I had planned, and like Mad Dogs and Englishmen, went out in the midday sun, even

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I have finally begun going through my bead stash and am winnowing out some beads that I have no use for or have too much of. They're all beautiful and deserve a better fate than to lie unused in their boxes and bags. I have listed a lot today and will continue to over the next few weeks, along with other supplies. It's a great feeling to clear out to make way for new, which is something I have

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There was a memorial service for legendary costume designer Theoni V. Aldredge today at the New York Public Theater in New York City, where she designed 80 productions for them alone. The Public was/is also known as The New York Shakespeare Festival, run in those days by the equally legendary Joe Papp; it's now headed by Oskar Eustis, who hosted the service in the Newman Theater. She was born in

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Well, the move is accomplished, and I am still unpacking, so I'm not sure how soon I can set up my workspace, which means that until I figure it out, I will only be renewing handmade jewelry. I have plenty of ideas for new pieces, and can't wait to get started, but organizing everything is taking some time. I WILL be listing more vintage in my other shop, as I am letting go of a lot that I have

OvertheTophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02505544403990791837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-573316246946863136.post-52016909682460753742011-03-28T10:02:00.002-04:002011-03-28T10:03:01.211-04:00

The shops are closed until April 5, when I hope to be somewhat organized and can find all of my stock. Stop by after we reopen! Have a lovely week, all.

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Check out this great Treasury on Etsy full of hot pink beauties, curated by Wheat Harvest Vintage. My item is the furry pink hat!

OvertheTophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02505544403990791837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-573316246946863136.post-20984844514477428372011-03-01T22:42:00.002-05:002011-03-01T22:46:41.640-05:00

I found these flat oval glass cabochons recently and while I have not the skill to set them in a sterling silver bezel, I wrapped one in a filigree stamping and admire its quiet opulence.The glass oval is coated with silver and the play of pattern and texture is quite compelling. Note the layers of ribs, flowers and studs along the border. It doesn't need much else other than a novelty chain and

OvertheTophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02505544403990791837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-573316246946863136.post-43098200415977243752011-02-21T14:29:00.004-05:002011-02-22T23:00:46.644-05:00

I passed by Bergdorf's a couple of weeks ago, armed with only my Smartphone camera, and took a bunch of picures of their amazing windows, a colorful refuge in the midst of a very cold winter. I loved the balloon sculptures by Jason Hackenwerth. Check out a bunch of my pictures at Flicker here.

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Last night I read about a fellow Etsyian in Charlotte, North Carolina who has suffered an unimaginable tragedy: she lost her home, pets, and worst of all, her younger son in a house fire. Every member of the family (husband and older son, and the mother) was injured, and they lost a staggering number of pets - they had 13 cats and 9 dogs (though I believe some of the cats survived). The fire is

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I have a second shop on Etsy for vintage items and surplus supplies, and am selling some beautiful dishes for a friend of mine who is not online. If anyone reading is interested in this kind of tableware, please check them out here.My friend has a pretty set of Italian-made burgundy plates that definitely qualify as shabby chic, perfect for entertaining the girlfriends and incorporating into a

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I have been busy making necklaces from the glass buttons I bought at the Bead Show last fall, and they are debuting at both shops. The designs and colors are amazing - so much is packed into one little button! All I'm doing is showcasing it!I also added two simple scarab necklaces - I started out with these, but have made more ornate versions of late, and decided to add a few simpler ones at a

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New this week and weekend: Three necklaces and a pair of earrings. I am starting to use some recent antique market finds in a new line of "statement" or "heirloom" necklaces and love that people are quite willing to wear all kinds of found and recycled objects as jewelry. This week, the two new necklaces are made from a vintage cream beaded Charlet evening purse, penknife and section from a

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I saw these glass beads at a bead show last fall and am beguiled by the combination of translucency and opacity. Plus, the color is an amazingly deep shade of red, so it's perfect as a gift for Valentine's Day, which is almost upon us. It's also great for those of us who adore the color red and who need no holiday to give us an excuse to indulge ourselves. On Etsy and Artfire.

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Brand new earrings for a snowy, wintry week! I found these glass beads last year in a tiny bead shop on the Upper West Side of Manhattan - they're coated with silver and dusted with colorful glass "confetti". Embellished with sterling silver bead caps, hanging on elegant handmade copper earwires. Check them out on Etsy or Artfire.

OvertheTophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02505544403990791837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-573316246946863136.post-54607823380175653602011-01-13T16:01:00.007-05:002011-01-13T16:42:59.489-05:00

Are you a fan of the dark and dangerous BLACK SWAN movie by Darren Aronofsky? I sure hope so, as I have been working on a limited collection of pieces inspired by the film for the past few days.There are two necklaces, earrings and two bracelets (so far) that for me evoke colors and textures found in the film's palette and costuming. I think that costume designer Amy Westcott did a wonderful job

OvertheTophttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02505544403990791837noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-573316246946863136.post-59252266029597256322011-01-10T18:25:00.006-05:002011-01-10T18:51:05.060-05:00

Late, but I am organizing my picture files and thought I'd post some pictures I took during our big snowstorm on December 26, 2010. We're supposedly getting more snow this week. I love it. I can't help it.

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Tomorrow, January 8, marks the 25th anniversary of the destruction of The Garden of Eden, an earthwork created by Adam Purple that spanned five city lots on Manhattan's Lower East Side. A friend, the talented photographer and filmmaker Harvey Wang, who also directed "The Last New Yorker", documented the expansion of the gardens from 1978 to 1985. Most of these photographs are unpublished, so

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It's one year ago tonight that Dad left this earth, and to commemorate, I have added a playlist to the upper right-hand corner of this template of his marvelous singing and composing. Fortunately, there are many songs and spoken recordings available, and I have chosen but a few, which I will change out or add to from time to time. The golden age of popular song is well represented here, including

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I'm glad to have survived 2010 (I had my doubts that I would) and friends and family have also had a very stressful year. I wish everyone a happier, healthier and more prosperous New Year, and for people like me who simply wish for a period of calm and quiet, may we have that this winter, in spades.I spent some of my New Year's Eve being entertained by the Metropolitan Opera at the opening night

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I have just finished watching a new ITV Costume drama series, "Downton Abbey", that will be shown on PBS in 2011, written by Julian Fellows, scribe of "Gosford Park", one of my favorite films of all time. "Downton Abbey" concerns the aristocratic Crawley family in Northern England during the years 1912-1914, on the eve of The Great War. My internet sleuthing has allowed me to preview these

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Miss You Like Crazy, Dad. One year ago today on the Hebrew Calendar.

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It's that time of year, dear ones, and I wish all of my readers and followers the merriest of Christmases! I hope that wherever you are, the spirit of the season reaches you, and maybe even some actual spirits - of the supernatural or alcoholic kind. I am settling in with Bailey's and some movie favorites, fireplace all aglow for the last Christmas at the Old Homestead.the On hand are The

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Every year I take on the burdensome task of traipsing around in the cold and crowds just so I can take photos of the holiday store windows to post on Flickr and my blog.No, really, I enjoy it. The city looks so lovely and as I am a fan of shine and sparkle, I always have a good time. I'm a little slow getting these pictures edited (hundreds, I tell you!), so they are just appearing HERE and I

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Lunar Eclipse, 2 AM, Manhattan, New York City. An ordinary digital camera and the moon, almost 1/4 in shadow. Tried in vain to get onto NASA's site, and cannot find a live cam from my area. It's totally freezing out there, and the night doorman joined me with his own camera, taking pictures. He can go out and check the eclipse's progress, but I am off to bed. I'm looking forward to looking at

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It's been quite cold here in New York City for December - in the low twenties, which is what I'd expect for January and February. As a result, I have been spending some more time indoors and have made a few new pieces for the season. For those of you who enjoy listening to holiday music at this time of year, WQXR is streaming Christmas music 24/7 via your computer at this link. To get to the

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I have so much STUFF in my shops, and will be adding even more, so I am putting a lot of older items on sale for the month of December. Check both shops at the links on the left; there are some good discounts on higher-priced pieces. I hope that you enjoy your browse and find some interesting things for friends, family, and of course, yourself!You'll find the same items and prices at both Etsy

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"Ancient Rome" (1757) painted by Giovanni Paolo Panini (Italian, Roman, 1691–1765)I FINALLY got around to editing my photos of my brief trip to the Metropolitan Museum of Art on Halloween (!) specifically to see the exhibit, "Italy Observed, Views and Souvenirs, 1706-1899". This exhibit continues through January 2, so go if you can. It's in the Robert Lehman Wing; Lehman collected "vedute",

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I was out with a friend this evening and took many pictures of the new 2010 holiday windows, which I will edit over the next few days and post a link to, but here is a video that features a behind-the-scenes look! If you click on the word "video" you can see the full screen; as I have 3 columns in my blog, you are not seeing the right side of the video.

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Etsy and Artfire both offer coupon codes (YAY!) so I am offering a 10% discount in both shops. On Etsy, the code is BLACKFRIDAYDISCOUNT, which you will need to enter at checkout in order to receive the discount. I am offering this one-day discount at BOTH stores, good for one purchase per customer, but you can purchase as many items as you want. I am advertising this code on Facebook and this

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I said I wouldn't, but I can't help myself. I made a bevy of necklaces and earrings last weekend and am listing them in the shops at Etsy and Artfire over the weekend. (see sidebar at left for links) Scarab lovers will be relieved to know that there are new peacock and magenta choices to choose from, as well a s a couple of other novelties. Here's a group shot!

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I have neglected this blog dreadfully, but I have had a huge dose of Real Life this year and my energies have had to go elsewhere. I am in the ongoing process of settling Dad's estate, which is almost a full-time job. I'm also still grieving, as he was my best friend as well as father. I'm a little more melancholy as last year at this time we were enjoying the fall - he was making strides with

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I finally found a use for a bat stamping that I bought this summer. It's quite hefty for a stamping (copper) and very nicely detailed. I only bought one, so this necklace is one of a kind. I posed this necklace with some beautiful red and black antique books (in French) from the Argosy Book Store in New York City, that I make a point to visit whenever I am near Bloomingdale's, which is not often,

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I spent an evening this week turning some glass spider buttons into pendants for a new limited line of necklaces and bracelets for Halloween. I love Czech glass buttons, especially when there is a metal shank on the back that can be easily removed so I can turn them into cabochons. Available in the shop here.

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NEW and appearing in the shop - I had a good time making some new fall pieces for my favorite season. It's humid and rainy just now and we had a brief cool snap a few weeks ago, but for the most point, it's frightfully warm. October is my favorite month - is it yours as well? Can't wait for cooler weather and leaf changes!

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Two more Czech glass button necklaces...these buttons are much larger than the ones I usually work with, at about 1.5 inches wide. The Buddha Necklace is a translucent ruby red with gold and silver luster, on a a brass rolo chain dotted with bronze glass drop beads. The Green Mermaid features brass stampings, iridescent firepolished and smoke lucite beads on antique brass chain. Some months ago I

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Anna Netrebko in 1920s garb as StellaKate Lindsey in female dress at the end, as Nicklausse.Kate Lindsey and Joseph Calleja, with past loves Olympia and Antonia (Kim & Netrebko) and chorus at finale.Joseph Calleja as Hoffmann.Michael Todd Simpson, a barihunk, in 2 roles.Giulietta the Courtesan (Ekaterina Guberova) and Olympia, the Doll (Kathleen Kim)The opera begins, at 7:45 PM (different start

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I don't usually post Treasuries that people are kind enough to put me in, but this one, so full of delicious color, just begged to be shared. Please check it out and the lovely wares at this link, which will only be active for a short while. Thanks so much to Nangijala Jewelry, who has some gorgeous jewels that you should also hop over to take a look at!Those yellow drop chalcedony earrings are

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Earlier this year I came into possession of over 50 years worth of housewares, mostly vintage. As much as I would dearly love to keep every single item, I can't, and neither can anyone else. I am thus selling some home decor pieces at my sister Etsy shop, for anyone interested in period accessories. There are also other items, including vintage clothing and jewelry, books and craft magazines. I

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I have been featured on a lovely blog called Fanciful Devices , which is also a terrific shop on Etsy featuring wonderfully imaginative jewelry from found objects,vintage and repurposed materials. I love this kind of jewelry and once real life settles down a bit, I will be going back to work myself. Some who follow this blog may remember that my dear father died earlier this year and I am

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I have been blogged about most charmingly by Stephanie Corfee, who found and is inspired by my beer bottle cap necklace. Stephanie has a lovely Etsy shop full of gorgeous, colorful prints to beautify your home or office. I'm especially drawn to her witty and mesmerizing Barefoot Hippie print!I felt a lot cheerier reading her blog, so I'm adding it to my blogroll and hope that you'll check her

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Maybe 2 years ago I started to see this poster everywhere, dating from WW2 Britain. I loved the phrase, and even made some key chain charms using it that I sell in my shop. I did well with them and only have a few left, but they hardly sell any anymore, as its moment has passed. I was stopped in my tracks by this display last week at my local Barnes & Noble. I didn't have time to check the

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Last summer I worked as assistant costume designer on this production, "Dolley Madison" for Middlemarch Films, for The American Experience, and it will be on TV tonight on PBS in my area! (Check your local listings)I worked with Candice Donnelly, who designed the beautiful costumes, and this was my second time around with Middlemarch Films; in 2006 I worked on "Alexander Hamilton" and had a

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Here's an article in the New York Times lamenting the loss of Mom & Pop businesses that Harvey Wang used in The Last New Yorker. The comments are worth reading, also.

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The Spring edition of Belle Armoire Jewelry magazine, chock-full of delicious goodies to covet and inspire, has chosen two of my Steampunk pieces to feature! There's a section called "From the Boutique, A Gallery of Jewelry" and my pieces are there, nicely photographed, within a collection of other wonderful creations. Thanks to Christen Olivarez, editor, for finding my pieces at Flickr, getting

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Here's a great set of interviews with Dominic Chianese, Kathleen Chalfant, Dick Latessa, Harvey Wang for TLNY filmed at the screening a couple of weeks ago.You can still catch the film at the Quad Cinema through March 4!

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The Quad Cinema on West 13th Street in New York CityDirector Harvey Wang and Director of Photography Derek McKaneDominic Chianese, Dick Latessa and Harvey Wang during the Q & A. There was no lighting at the front of the theatre, hence the poor photo.It was a very fine turnout on Friday evening for the 8:15 showing, and was so exciting to be there seeing our film open at last! Afterward, Harvey

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Photo by Harvey Wang/BrinkfilmDominic Chianese as Lenny SugarmanDick Latessa as RubenKathleen Chalfant as MimiNatalie Silverlieb and Josh HamiltonJosh HamiltonJoe GrifasiJen Jones and Irma St. Paule as two Bar CrowsAs promised, I am uploading some pictures from my continuity files. This was low-budget filmmaking and I served as wardrobe supervisor as well as costume designer, but that was

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Photos of Dominic Chianese, Kathleen Chalfant and Dick Latessa by Harvey WangAs my feature film is opening this week, I continue to run the risk of spamming my readers and the blogosphere with tidbits culled from the web. The marketing team is doing a lovely job of getting the word out about our little film, which we made in 2005 on the streets of Manhattan.It's all very new and exciting...it's

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It doesn't happen often...but I am on the Front Page of Etsy right now, and it's prime time on the West Coast! The keyword is "romantic", and I'm happy that one of my new locket necklaces was chosen.

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This necklace featured in this truly gorgeous Treasury by the lovely fairyberry on Etsy - please check out her charming new shop. Cobalt is my favorite shade of blue, so I fell off my chair as soon as I saw this Treasury. The link will last until just after midnight on Monday morning, so click fast if you want to check out all of the pretties in her list.

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Pictures from the screening on February 9 at the French Institute, and the party afterward at The Friar's Club! Check out Press Pics of Arrivals here. The Quad Cinema in New York City, where the film will open on February 19, 2010. Director Harvey Wang introduces the film at The French Institute Screening Producers Rich Macary and Danny Vinik at the French Institute, under harsh lighting

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At last! THE LAST NEW YORKER opens in February 19 at the Quad Cinema in New York City. We filmed it in 2005 and it has traveled through a number of festivals, winning awards. Starring Dominic Chianese, Kathleen Chalfant, Dick Latessa and Josh Hamilton, written by Adam Forgash and directed by Harvey Wang. Here's the link at the IMDB, and here's the website. Can't wait!

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My dear father passed away on January 5, 2010 at age 93. He was a rare human being, a witty and erudite gentleman from another era and a Teacher of Music for over 50 years in New York City. He taught Sight-Singing and Musicianship and was a vocal coach to over 9,000 students, was on staff at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA), Turtle Bay Music School, The American Theatre Wing and

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I have neglected this blog shamefully as someone close to me has had some medical issues, so one of my New Year's Resolutions is to blog more regularly! The holidays slipped by in a blur and I feel as if I did *not* have enough Christmas this year, but I did manage to stop and feel the magic here and there. I hope that you all enjoyed a beautiful holiday with friends, family and dear ones, and

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It's a rare occurrence, but my shop was on the Front Page of Etsy for an hour very early this morning (or late last night). The "Dark Romance" theme pops up from time to time, and I was in this Admin-curated group once before, with this necklace that has over 2000 views. It's a favorite of mine, the Steampunk Romance Necklace, because of the sweet cherry red Victorian sequin sew-on beads that

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Thank you to all veterans, past and present, for your service and sacrifice. It's always a sobering day, remembering how many have served and died defending our country.In my family, I thank my father, Maurice Finnell, who is happily, still with us at almost 94, who served at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, during WWII. I like this picture of him on leave at home in New Jersey one winter, where

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I've had these clock hands for a couple of months and finally had some time last night to make the earrings I'd planned to with them. They're wonderfully long and dangly, nearly 4 inches long including the ear wire. I'm drawn to the Medieval era, and the spiky points called to me and were most inspiring. As the hands are asymmetrical, I compensate for the shortness of one by adding a length of

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I just spied a wrap on the front page of Etsy that led me to this shop, Nancy Wilder, maker of gorgeous felted wool accessories and clothing in polar fleece and jersey. There's lots of lovely texture especially and beautiful colors, and I'm quite partial to the felted scarves and cocoon wraps with colorful dots. I urge you to check out this shop from the San Francisco Bay Area that's new to me,

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It's time to buy a desk calendar for 2010, and while I'm happy with the one I bought last year from Digtal Paperie, I am hankering for something completely different. I decided to go back to Etsy to find some great graphic choices, and I wasn't disappointed. I'm featuring ones that I loved so you can discover some of these talented artists and possibly brighten up your desk or (heavens!) cube

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The sneakers are an interesting shoe choice for Ancient Rome.Definitely Phillies Fans at this house!Book giveaway!One family had the idea to give out garlic shrimp on a stick, which is my kind of treat! I loved seeing families on the porch enjoying a meal with wine as kids trooped up for their goodies.Some lovely orange skulls and a festively decorated house.Greeting callers at the doorThe boys

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I was in Central Park this weekend, on a rainy Saturday (too bad for the kids attending the Pumpkin Hunt!) with camera in hand, but thankfully, it was still a photo-worthy visit. The leaves this week are green with lots of yellow but not too much red, but I expect that by this weekend, we will see some changes. It hadn't been that cold here, so fall color hasn't advanced that far. It's still

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There is a brownstone building on East 83rd Street that is sporting the most bewitching Halloween decorations. I was literally struck dumb last week by the sight as I got re-acquainted with my old neighborhood by the wonderfully creative and tasteful Halloween and Harvest spirit. Tall corn graces the archway, fake cobwebs have been stretched across the iron fences, spiders are dotted here and

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The weather has been cold and rainy and I was cheered by this Treasury on Etsy, curated by A Jewelry Boxx, which featured brightly colored, adorable items that would make charming gifts to cheer someone up. I have some felted wool earrings in this group, so thank to AJB for finding my baubles and including them!

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In late summer I had a request for a wholesale order of tea cup cell phone charms and key rings from their imaginative gift shop director, who had seen my Cream Tea Necklace and Earrings on Etsy. It was a challenging project, and was the first time that I had to design the packaging, which was a great experience. I checked the gift shop website last night and was thrilled to see my Tea Cups

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Do you love buttons? Have a button fetish? Then check out this fab market, All Buttoned Up, at the new 1000 Markets. There are so many clever and appealing items here using vintage and new buttons - for the home, to wear, cards and paper goods - you must check it out if you love buttons as much as I do. I joined 1000 Markets this spring - it's a beautiful site for shopping handmade. I don't do

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Yom Kippur has just ended, so Happy New Year to everyone! I have been very busy this month; family obligations and work have kept me from posting much or making new pieces, which is unsettling. I have so many ideas for fall but no time in which to realize them!Here I am doing some self-promotion again as a post, as I am featured in FIVE Treasuries today, an almost unheard of event (lately) for

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Here's a lovely golden brown Fall/Autumn Blog feature that features your truly at this link. Click on the shop links below if you choose to visit the page for closer looks at pretty Autumn wearables!

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I worked on a commercial last week for Avis, and we spent half of our day at a heavenly spot, Lookout Point, on Long Island. More pretty Photos on Flickr here. The weather was glorious and a fine time was had by all under such lovely circumstances. The product was Avis Rent a car and we ended the day at their spot at JFK Airport.

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From Google and me.

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Quick shots of some Bergdorf Goodman windows from last week!

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Front Page last night on Etsy, but I was in bed and found out this morning. The featured item was "Mrs. Danvers' Romantic Gothic Necklace", here.

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I have been offline for a week (not including trips to the Apple Store and my local library to use the computers) and after having the logic board and video card replaced this morning, couldn't wait to upload this storm video that I took last week, on August 18. I was hoping to upload it to NY 1 so they could show it as the lightning was RIGHT THERE and seemingly hitting the next rooftop. I've

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document.write (window.ccvault_widg.framehtml(4485,2,2,2,1,0,0)); Very nice to see this on a day when my computer has had a meltdown and I am without one - I'm at the library and am hoping I can upload this widget!Yay! It worked! Mine is the orange coral necklace.

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