The Elegant Muse Blog

What’s the buzz on my new Bee Bracelet?🐝

What’s the buzz on my new Bee Bracelet?🐝

Whether or not bees have secret lives, they are fascinating creatures! When I found this exquisite bee charm I knew I had to create a bracelet. Starting with . . .

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Loving old jewelry and antique photos

Loving old jewelry and antique photos

I’ve always been fascinated with old family photos and have many placed around my home. They’re great conversation starters! This is one of my favorites . . .

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Cameos: Wearable pieces of art with a story to tell

Cameos: Wearable pieces of art with a story to tell

In Victorian times young women of wealthy families embarked on their “Grand Tour” of the continent to become more polished and cultured (and perhaps to find a husband!). Italy was always a destination and included culture and shopping! Cameos were often the favored souvenir trinket of the trip . . .

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3 reasons to wear pink in the winter

3 reasons to wear pink in the winter

In the winter I sometimes find my outfits match the weather - grays, blacks, and generally dark. But I’ve noticed that when I wear brighter colors, well . . . I feel brighter . . .

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One repurposed vintage piece of jewelry, one month, one big discount!

One repurposed vintage piece of jewelry, one month, one big discount!

I love a surprise, so I created the Treasure of the Month program! Such fun to design a special new piece each month and introduce it to my email subscribers at a substantial discount . . .

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