Earrings now on Julia Bristow Jewelry website!

I have finally added some of my earrings to my website. There are many more to add, so keep checking back!

Stunning MartinaLiana Desinger!

Meet the knockout behind the Couture line, Martina Liana (www.martinaliana.com), Martine. She is simple lovely!

We love Essense of Australia

Not only does Essense of Australia make gorgeous, couture, affordable dresses...they are also a wonderful group of people!!!! www.essensedesigns.com, www.martinaliana.com.
While we were visiting everyone at Essense, we were happy to see Mia and Tonia from Mia's Bridal, in Olathe Kansas. www.miasbridal.com

New bib necklaces made by popular demand!

I created three more bib necklaces due to their immense popularity at my jewelry shows. You can view my new items here. I will be adding more jewelry over the next week.

...more fun at the Chicago Bridal Show

I was SO excited to meet the owner of a boutique we just began working with. Angel from Novelle Bridal in Edmonton, AB. (www.novellebridal.com) She is lovely!

The Knot likes our line...especially our hair jewelry!

Stylish Heather Levine, accessories editor for The Knot, is always a favorite! Here is poses for our camera! I love her in the hair jewelry!

...more fun at the Chicago Bridal Show

This was our first time meeting the gorgeous mother-daughter duo at Serendipity Bridal(www.serendipitybridalandevents.com) in White Plains, MD. They just opened their doors this year. Congratulations! It was such a pleasure to meet them!

...more fun at the Chicago Bridal Show

We always have a blast with our friends at I do Too Bridal in Plymouth, MI (www.idotoobridal.com)

...more fun at the Chicago Bridal Show

We love our fellow Iowans at Theres's Bridal in Algona Iowa (Theresasbridal.com).

Who loves the Beth from the Left Bank more...Rod or Meg?!

....It's a tie! When Beth from The Left Bank (www.leftbankjewelry.com) stops by our showroom, it is like a kid in a candy store...can't keep her from the bling...girl after my own heart!

...more fun with at the Chicago Bridal Show

We always look forward to seeing our friends, Lori and Julie, from The Perfect Dress in Fort Wayne, Indiana. (check out their beautiful new website www.theperfectdress.net). Lori and Rod have the same birthday, so Lori brought Rod not only a huge b-day card, but some great scotch...way to win Rod's heart, Lori!!!

Here's to all of the amazing people we work (and play) with...

...Such grace and style ....Justin and Hillary at Alta Moda in Salt Lake City
www.altamodabridal.com

Check out the fun we had at the Chicago Bridal Week!

Every October we show the MEG Jewelry spring/summer line. This year I was very excited to showcase our 2010 line! I LOVE THIS LINE!!! It's FABULOUS!!! This line was inspired by Mae West. I would describe it as Mae West living bohemian in the '80's where she is best friends with Madonna!
I also created a fantastic, very easy to understand "Design your own bridesmaid jewelry". This is the perfect answer for the brides who want something special for their bridesmaids! Check it out at the boutique closest to you.

New in the Etsy Shop Today

Tourmalinated quartz flower detail

Come one, come all holiday shoppers! New in the shop today are my tourmalinated quartz flower earrings with lace-edged hoop and chalcedony drop.



And a new additon to my coiled band series of rings--I've topped the band with a swiss blue topaz flower.

All in the shop now....

ETSY sale!!!

I am currently having a sale on my Etsy site and adding many items from my website! Look for the sale logo on many of the pieces - these are marked 30% off the regular price! I will be adding more over the next several days so bookmark this page and check back often! These items will only be offered for sale on my Etsy shop!!



Start shopping now!

Jingle Bells Doggie

One of the boys put these jingly antlers on the dog--I don't think she's feeling the Christmas Spirit so much...

Julia Bristow Jewelry at Pomona Harvest Festival this weekend

This weekend!! Come see me at the Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show
Pomona Fairplex Pomona, California
December 4-6, 2009, Booth #B87

Hours Friday 9:00 am-6:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 am-6:00 pm
Sunday 10:00 am-5:00 pm

Location:
Fairplex - LA County Fairgrounds
1101 W. McKinley Ave.
Pomona, CA



Hope to see you there where you will find so many amazing arts and crafts vendors for those extra special handmade gifts for your loved ones!

Nice post about the Christmas Show here

See this post about the One-of-a-Kind Christmas Show here on Fashion Trend Guide

Line up:

Each day:

Beach City Sound Club 10-11 a.m.
Fashion Show 11-12 noon
Snow play area all day

Friday:

David Kirton - Children's Program 12:30 -2:30 p.m.
Comedian Annie McKnight 4-5 p.m.
David Kirton 6-7 p.m.
Movie: Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer 7:00 p.m.

Saturday:

Tune Bandits 12:30-2 p.m.
Hopskin 1/2 hour
Evan Cottrel 1/2 hour
Luau Malibu 4-5 p.m.
Comedian Matt Claybrooks 5-6 p.m.
Rod Melancon 6-7 p.m.
Movie: Santa Claus Conquers the Martians 7 p.m.

Sunday:

Kangus Band 1-2 p.m.
Youth Band and Choir Kids 4-5 p.m.
Sade Champagne 5-6 p.m.

Closes 6 p.m. Sunday

Hope to see you there, come by my booth Julia Bristow Jewelry

Find something Fantastic at Fantastic Finds

Fantastic finds is a beautiful boutique in Lansing MI. This is my second trunkshow with the fantastic crew, and I am very excited to be back! Come try on some gorgeous jewels and dresses at this lovely boutique!

Birthday wishes

Today is my birthday and I have one wish... I would like for everyone to start a "pay it forward movement". Please due something unexpectantly good for someone today(or anyday). Thank you!!! And Enjoy the positivity!!!

(Picture is of an early birthday party with some of my youngest friends, with my favorite food - ice cream! What a wonderful birthday celebration!

I will see you at the Left Bank this weekend

As I have said before, my favorite holiday tradition is spending the weekend (around Thanksgiving) with my girls at the Left Bank! www.leftbankjewelry.com. I will be there this weekend with all of my new bridal line, and some fashion jewelry for fun, for you, or for holiday gifts! See you in the Windy City....

The Left Bank Welcomes Back

Jewelry Designer,
Meg Lammers of Bella Jewels
Saturday & Sunday November 21-22

Contemporary Jewelry for Everyday and Special Occasions

Simple pieces you'll wear again and again
Meg finds the perfect "marriage" of fabulous and functional
She sells her pieces all over the world and
loves our loyal Chicago customers.

Extended Trunk Show Store Hours
Saturday 11am ~ 6pm
Sunday Noon ~ 5pm
www.Bella-Jewels.com

Champagne Cocktails Served All Weekend
Great Holiday Gifts Galore
And ...
A Gift To Yourself Is Always Great For Your Soul!

The Left Bank Jewelry & Uniquities
1155 West Webster Avenue
Chicago, IL 60614
773.929.7422
www.LeftBankJewelry.com

Thanks To All For a Great 2009
Gratitude is our Attitude
Merci Beaucoup!
The Left Bank Jewelry & Uniquities | 1155 West Webster Avenue | Chicago | IL | 60614

Check out this great blog...everything but the dress!

WWW.EVERYTHINGBUTTHEDRESS.BLOGSPOT.COM
Great advice for brides, MOB, MOG, and bridesmaids. Check it out!
Here are the gorgeous women from The Left Bank, in Chicago, that run this blog.

I love Molly Mol!

My wonderful friend Molly (she is an amazing textile designer) dropped in at a recent trunk show. What a great surprise! Love you Mols!
...(if you love my hat, like I do, it is the Holly hat in purple with black veiling)

Another great weekend at Marah's Elegant Bridal

I always say that you can tell how great a boutique and the owner is by how great the brides are! And....ALL of the brides at Marah's Elegant Bridal are so lovely, fun, and beautiful! So, it is always a great time, working with these fantastic women! Here are two of the gorgeous brides-to-be. One bride is wearing the Nicolletta choker and Drew hair jewelry (I am wearing a custom colored Polly necklace/hair jewelry and Maxine post earrings). She was a blast to work with...so willing to try on ANYTHING! The next group of women where an entire wedding party: Bride, MOB and BM. What a fun time! The amazingly beautiful bride-to-be (Heather) is wearing the glamorous Mae earrings with her Martina Liana gown. Heather's wedding is Thanksgiving weekend! Best wishes Heather and Nick!

Game Time...we need your feedback!!!!

I loved working with this bride and her mom...she was the last bride of the evening, so we spent a lot of time playing dress up. She is making her choice between these four looks. Please let us know what you like best! Look number one is the Penelope necklace and earrings. Look number two is the Prince three stranded necklace and Elliot pearl earrings. Number three look is the Taylor pearl necklace and Elliot pearl earrings. Last look is the April earrings, April necklace, and Saida bracelet. What is your favorite look?!
All of this fun took place at Cocoa Couture. www.cocoacoutureonline.com

Feeling Fabulous!

I love this picture, because I met this bride the last time I was at Fabulous Bridal for a trunk show. She is so beautiful and sweet! I was so excited that she came back to choose her wedding jewelry. The tall glass of water next to us is the namesake of the fantastic Michaela jewelry!
Next is a self picture of my wonderful friend Nzinga...yes, she is who the Nzinga jewelry is named after. Check out Fabulous Bridals website... www.fabulous-bridal.com

Just Recently Dropped into the Shop...

After yet another request to recreate my golden berries earrings in sterling, I decided to do what I should have long ago and added them as an item to my shop--in the original 1 1/2 inch diameter and the more demure 1 inch diameter version.



Something new for me--I am beginning (slowly but surely) with just a small amount of cursing and and frustration, to add bezel set stones to my work. For some time I've dreamt of perching my wire wrapped flowers atop vines and leaves formed from sterling and flame and this is the first I'll be offering for sale.



Next is a long, narrow stick all wrapped and encrusted with gemstone flowers and petals. Rich shades of blue, aqua and green make these sing!




And now we arrive at my favorite--just look at those labs! Beautiful smooth, polished petals of labradorite wrapped in my signature style flower and fastened securely to my random coiled band. I love it!!!