White Linen Night in the Heights

I had such a great time this past saturday at White Linen Nights in the Heights! It was super hot and humid but fun at the same time if that is possible! I met such great people!!!!! Had no idea how big this show was as it was my first time participating. It is estimated that 30,000 people passed through WLN!!!! Not sure how many came through the artisan market but it was the largest show I have ever participated in. I will certainly plan on participating again next year!
I loved that some of my previous customers came back and made a point to say hello and tell me how much they have enjoyed their Amaria pieces! Makes me sooo happy!!! So many Artisans of Houston came by to say hello too! Love the support! Thanks everyone!!!

Summer Film- Eat, Pray, Love

Can't wait to see this movie but first I need to read the book! Has anyone read the book? Thoughts?

Busy Bee

I have been busy looking at my lil' biz and deciding where I want to go with it. I am currently looking at different woman's charities to donate to and trying to decide which ones line up with my vision or mission statement for my company. In the meantime, I have also been busy designing away and getting ready for the upcoming fall seasons. I have many projects going on and trying not to get too distracted. Wish me luck! Oh and if you have any suggestions on women's charities, I am looking for a international/global one and a local ( U.S. ) one. Suggest away! Thanks!

Ladies & Gentleman I will be teaching a basic beading class at Sheny Designs 1740 Sunset Blvd. Houston, TX 77005 on Friday June 25, 2010 from 6:00pm to 8:00 pm. I will be supplying all materials and the COST is $50. You will leave with your own unique jewelry and jewelry making supplies!
So gather your friends, grab your favorite bottle of wine, and get ready to create a beautiful piece of jewelry!
After enjoying the company of your friends and some wine, you'll be ready to go out in style, wearing the gorgeous piece you just made!

Hope to see you there!
And remember to invite your friends!

Space is limited, so be sure to RSVP by end of the day Wednesday June 23, 2010! Pay now through paypal on the button below.

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.......