Craft sale this weekend postponed until next month!

Craft Sale at Gift Gulch has been postponed until June 27-28 due to expected thunderstorms this weekend! Hope to see you next month!

Julia Bristow Jewelry at jewelry sale next weekend!!

Julia Bristow Jewelry will be on display at a really cool local rock and gem gift shop in Oakhurst, California "The Gift Gulch" along with several local jewelry artisans!! Stop by on your way to Yosemite. We are located in the beautiful Sierras only minutes from Yosemite National Park and 45 miles north of Fresno. The sale will be held next weekend, May 30 and 31, at 40444-D Highway 41, Oakhurst, CA. There will be refreshments and lots of unique handcrafted jewelry and gifts from local Sierra artisans! Don't miss it!

Photo courtesy of The Gift Gulch

Early May Garden on a Dreary, Rainy Day in Connecticut

...but I'm still thrilled with the promise it holds! Soon color will burst all along this path.


I came back from a run in the rain (which is drizzly and every day this past week) and decided I'd best start documenting the garden for this year. The only area with blooms to speak of is below with these camassia.


But these alliums are getting ready.


This is the only yellow tulip left in the garden--the deer and neglect have taken care of the rest.



I thought I'd post some gray jewels along with the garden pictures taken on this gray day.


These taupe and silver pearl sticks are an old design of mine that I have redone for the shop.

And anyone that knows me knows labradorite and champagne citrine is my all time fave combination--made into delicate earrings here with aquamarine.

Here's hoping your life's garden is also full of promise through the rain.

Beautiful bride, Danielle

Gorgeous Danielle....She and Michael were married on Feb 21st 09. Danielle is a wedding planner in Cincinatti. http://www.cincysoiree.com/. Danielle and I met years ago, at a bridal runway show, and became fast friends! She is a amazing!

Danielle purchased her MEG Jewelry from Fabulous Bridal in Covington, Ky. http://www.fabulous-bridal.com/ Danielle's wearing the Tomi necklace in pearl. Her hair jewelry is a custom feather comb with Russian veiling.....Danielle you look so pretty, glamorous, and fresh. Congratulations!!!

I found something fantastic....

At Fantastic Finds! ....A gorgeous boutique, beautiful dresses, new friends, and of course perfect jewelry! This is the amazing crew of Fantastic Finds in Lansing, MI. I have heard so many great things about them and their boutique, so I was very excited to have my 1st trunk show there! It was nothing less than spectacular! Owners Sue and Phil have created the most unique bridal experience I have ever seen. This boutique is a one of a kind experience you do not want to miss. The bridal consultants are so kind and personal. They will do everyting to make your dress choosing ( and accessory choosing) experience the best it can be. See you there in October!

Sassy and Fun at Marah's Elegant Bridal

Check out all of the beautiful ladies in these photos! Too much fun and frolicking at Marah's Elegant Bridal trunk shows....such good times!

The 3M's (Marah, Marissa, and Meg) Show some SSSSAAASSSYYYness along with these two gorgeous brides-to-be. One bride looking radiant in the Olivia necklace, Guenda earrings, and new Anne bracelet...mmmm. Our next bride is a Harley chic, getting married on Halloween. She wanted to add her own flava with black jewelry that complemented her personality and her gorgeous Essense of Australia gown. Fortunately I had the perfect combination of lace and black in this custom Nicoletta bracelet, Nicky earrings and Nicoletta necklace...She rocks!

Now here is the soon-to-be Mrs. Rachel Droessler. She is wearing a couture Martina Liana gown with MEG Jewelry. She has chosen the new Prince necklace, Anne bracelet, and Theron earrings. We had an evening of fun and frolicking with her wedding party. All of her BM, MOB, and MOG attended and choose their jewelry, which will be given as her gift to them. Rachel and I have become friends over the years. ( She works with me at Marah's trunk shows, and also happens to be marrying Marah's brother...lucky guy!) I am so excited for she and Michael! They are both beautiful people, who are perfect for each other! Rod and I will be attending their wedding...so watch for future pics of this beautiful bride and company! Congratulations Rachel and Michael! ...and Ozzie

What a trunk show is like at the Perfect Dress

These photos showcase what a wonderful experience a trunk show can be. Lori and company are wonderful hosts! They give 100% customer service. Letting you know how important you and your wedding day is to them. When she hosts a trunk show it is nothing short of perfect! Let me set the mood...Relaxing, warm, and fun atmosphere, handmade confections from a local cake designer (lots of frosting- just the way Rod and I like it!), champagne bubbles ..Lori, how many bottles did we go through?! I can still hear all the laughter and 'oohs' and 'ahhs'. Here are two brides that I was fortunate to work with. Both are wearing pieces from my spring/summer collection and my upcoming fall/winter collection.

The beautiful bride in the strapless "cloud" gown, chose the new Prince lariat, Edelweiss hair jewelry , Sylvia earrings, Alice bracelet...she is a dream!

The gorgeous bride in the halter dress chose the new Sunny hair jewelry, Dahlia necklace, and Theron earrings....Stunning!

Mother's Day SALE ~ 25% off purchase!!

I will be having a special Mother's Day sale now until Mother's Day - 25% off entire purchase on my website!!! Hurry if you want gift wrapped items shipped directly to your dear mothers in time for Mother's Day. I cannot guarantee delivery by Sunday but any purchases made today or tomorrow will probably arrive in time! Mother's may also enjoy a gift certificate from www.juliabristowjewelry.com

Place your orders and your 25% will be immediately refunded via Paypal OR you may email me your order and I will send you an invoice with the discounted total.

Happy Mother's Day!

www.juliabristowjewelry.com

Etsy Treasury

My banana necklace was featured on this Etsy Treasury!