Handcrafted Excellence, Abbott and Ellwood

Thank you to everyone who expressed concern and good wishes for "waterboy". I am happy to report that he is doing great today and seems to have made a full recovery. Wish I could be as resilient as he. Will take me at least a few days to get over the emotional trauma.

But on to design. I love love this whimsical line of jewelry by UK artists Abbott and Ellwood. Of course you know I would love the simple graphic elements but it is the whimsy and playfulness that clearly shouts out to me. Be sure to spend a few moments exploring their gallery of designs. So much creativity there. enjoy, k

Handcrafted Excellence, Sandra Marie Michaluk

If there is one thing I've really gained an appreciation for via my blogging travels it's the truly amazing world of handcrafted jewelry design. I am in awe of the talent that resides in this arena and truly inspired by the work of designer Sandra Michaluk. Be sure to spend a few minutes on her fabulous website. it is chalk full of gorgeous work, k

Inspired By Nature, Erin Tracy

I was just browsing today casting about for cool stuff and well every once in awhile even I who do this often am totally blown out of my chair by something that makes me want to bow to the creativity gods. I guess you can tell that I absolutely adore this line by jewelry artist Erin Tracy. And there's lots lots more of fabulous pieces on her equally breathtaking website. loving this, k

Hot Rocks, Ashley Jewelry

You know I love anything inspired by nature here on Kstyle but "made" by nature is even better. And again another amazing Etsy find and again very affordable. Check out the rings and lots of other "pebble" jewelry at Ashley Jewelry right HERE. Absolsutely gorgeous, k

It's a Dog Thing, Doodle Doos

How cute are these darling brooches by Doodle Doos. Of course I'm partial to the doggies but be sure to check out the elephants, turtles and birds. Oh and there's cats too. All equally adorable and affordable. very fresh, k

Make a Statment, Singerman and Post

Singerman and Post was one of the standout lines that I saw in Las Vegas and well I have to say it really fits not only my aesthetic but my budget as well. The process is original and a bit complicated but you can go here to get a first hand explanation of how this gorgeous jewelry is made. Bottom line, the design element is fabulous. stunning, k

Jill Bliss and Then Some

These fabric necklaces by Jill Bliss are just beyond cute and although I was really done posting for the day when I saw that these were limited editions I wanted to get them up. At only $40.00 each I don't think they will last long. i really want one of these. k

Techno Style, Thomas Mann

I love Thomas Mann's signature techno style and especially when applied to to the animal world. Of course I love the doggie but my favorite in this group is the turtle. There's just something so appealing about this piece. would love to wear this on my lapel, loving robo turtle, k

Happy Earth Day and......

And I am bringing you this Earth Day 2007 post from my new macbook pro laptop. Yay! And thank you all who weighed in and helped me make this decision. But back to Earth Day. Love the nature theme of this gorgeous ring I found while browsing on Etsy.Go to Esdesigns to find this ring and other gorgeous jewelry. enjoy, k

Stylin With Architecture, Studio Numen

I love the architectural theme which I have been noticing lately in a variety of mediums but these rings from Studio Numen are just breathtaking. I love the way the gems sit atop the buildings and and add that bit of sparkle which give these stately pieces life. Be sure to check out the website for more architectural rings and other gorgeous jewelry as well. loving these, k

Simply Art, Heinz Brummel

Plan on spending some time in the magical and colorful world of jewelry artist Heinz Brummel which you can find at his website here. It's chalk full of whimsy and fun and I'm convinced the word eye candy originated here. love love this contemporary and original work, k

I would also like to thank all of the design sponge readers that dropped by last week. Hope to see you back at Kstyle and just wanted to let you know that the Kstyle banner changes quite frequently to match my mood or sometimes a new post such as the one you see today. It's a Kstyle thing because , well I just love to decorate. Thanks again for dropping by Kstyle. k

Tailor Made For Me, "K" Of Course

I thought about saving this fabulous monogrammed necklace for Holly's and my next "Holiday Scramble" contest but I just couldn't resist posting today. I mean they even had the "K" just calling my name. And well Holly's last name starts with an "A" so how perfect is this. Holly I think we should both buy these in honor of our contest, I'm off to order these Sundance originals, k

I Love Whimsy and Aardvarks

Well I'm not a big ring person although I have to say that if Iwas I would love this little guy by French company Boucheron which just shouts from the finger tops cute! There is just something about aardvarks that speak to me. especially when their eyes are made of rubies. k

I Love Whimsy, Jewelry 10

I love the whimsy and the workmanship that goes into each of these unique pieces of jewelry by design company Jewelry 10. And these are just a few of the many pieces which make up this very creative line. Be sure to plan on spending a few minutes on this site which is just as adorable as the jewelry. And don't miss the "How to Wear Page". I promise you've never seen ideas quite like these. so fun and amusing, k

Handcrafted Excellence, Susan Kerr

Love love this work by jewelry artist Susan Kerr. So very feminine and just lovely. The rose rings in the first photo are my absolute favorites. Be sure to check out Susan's website. Lots and lots of eye candy here. enjoy, k