I went to a wedding today...very different wedding and fun. On the beach in early August and who would have expected a huge cloud burst just minutes after they said "I DO"! It poured for over an hour, but everyone was tucked inside two lovely tents enjoying the festivities and wonderful food and friends. I think the thing that made it so wonderful for me was seeing the excitement on the face of the bride when she introduced me as "Her Jewelry Designer". I have been sicker than a dog for weeks, but working on that bridal necklace and bracelet and seeing her face when she saw the finished product was worth all the money in the world.
I have always loved nothing more than making people happy. Making jewelry makes me happy and then seeing customers enjoy something I have made is truly wonderful. A gift from God. Here's a photo of her bracelet. A four variety of pearl cuff for a tiny 5" wrist. Mandrels don't come in 5"! I had to use a paper towel tube for a mandrel! It was so much fun and kept me from thinking about my own problems. A double blessing.
