Website is updated!!!!

I've been working on changing the website for some time now. Adding new things, taking off others, and now it's finally done. Well, almost...

"Tasty" is the section where you'll see the printed graphic & colorful goodies that have been a staple on the website. "Delicious" is the section where you'll see modern, contemporary jewelry using semi-precious stones & materials. And now I've decided to add a new section called "Delectable" where the designs will cater to brides & bridesmaids. I've been designing for them for some time now and decided to finally make it "official" and add some goodies to the site. Unfortunately, that area is still under construction so please check back soon for the updates...

You can check out the updated tastyjewelry.com here:



Hope you like what you see...let me know what you think!!!

cheers!
xo diane

Maison de Noir Wins!

Austin Fashion Week was amazing this year...lots of work, lots of parties & lots of fashion. My team "Maison de Noir" (see previous post for more info) was the Critic's Choice winner for best Mash Up team! How exciting!

Here we are on stage accepting our "Golden Boot" award!



Sadly we were missing our designer Louise Black who I saw later at the after party. She was the incredible designer of the amazing outfit that Lauren modeled for us.

Here I am in a moment afterward doing my best to be sassy. ;)



xo diane

Austin Fashion Week

It's here again! Austin Fashion Week and it's going to be bad ass.

Be sure to vote for Tasty Jewelry as your favorite designer by clicking here.

Something new this year; the designers have been put into "Mash Up" groups consisting of randomly selected designers brought together to create one look. Our team "Maison de Noir" submitted our photo for consideration and the actual photograph will then be sold during the Kick Off event this Saturday, August 14th with the proceeds going to Dress for Success. That same look will then be presented on a runway during a fashion show!

You may vote for our photo by clicking on the image below.



designer: Louise Black
photographer: Julian Humphries
hair: Rachael Dunn
make up: Rochelle Rae
hat: Lana Chu Collection
jewelry: Tasty Jewelry
model: Lauren Real

There will be events held all around town in participating boutiques and salons featuring designers from different categories. Be sure to mark your calendar for Monday, August 16th for my special Tasty Jewelry event presented by Betty Lash:



We might not be New York, but Austin has a very talented group of designers that are looking forward to presenting their points of view to the community next week. Hope to see you around town!

cheers!
diane

World Cup final...

Well, I can't believe it's been a month since the World Cup started. What a ride it's been. My four teams this year to watch were: USA, Germany, Spain & the Netherlands. Needless to say this has been one incredible tournament for me to watch indeed! I will be sad when it's all over...

So on the eve of the final match being played by the Netherlands and Spain, I offer one more post about the gorgeous men of the World Cup. After tomorrow, we have to wait another four years for a new crop of goodies to come our way...

First off Spain:

Cesc Fabregas (mid-fielder):



Iker Casillas (goal keeper):



David Villa (forward):



Fernando Torres (forward):



Sergio Ramos (defender):



Fernando Llorente (forward):



for the Netherlands:

Robin Van Persie (forward):



Wesley Sneijder (mid-fielder):




I have to throw these two in of Cristiano for good measure....and you can clearly see why.






So until 2014...I hope this will get at least some of you to start watching the Beautiful Game. :)

cheers!
xo diane

Ok ladies...

So I've been an avid football (soccer) fan for a very long time and I think it's time to finally share a little bit of the reason why I like watching "the beautiful game" so much. Watching these men on the pitch is quite exciting if you know the rules of the game, but you don't really need to know much to enjoy watching.

When you realize the amount of physical strength, dexterity and stamina these men have to be able to run around for 90 minutes straight with a 15 minute break - it will blow your mind. I consider them the most fit athletes on the planet. So take that into consideration about other areas of their life and, well, you get the point.

Here are a few of the men you should watch for during this most incredible of events happening for the next month called the World Cup. Maybe you've heard of it?


From Paraguay: Roque Santa Cruz





From France: Yoann Gourcuff





From Spain: Migel Torres Gomez



From US: Carlos Bocanegra



and Benny Feilhaber




From Italy: Fabio Cannavaro




And of course many women go crazy for Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo (He's the one on the right.) Although he's not one of my favorites, you can't deny that body... He's shown here with Ivory Coast footballer Didier Drogba:





Sadly you won't be seeing these men since they have since retired but do deserve mentioning for sure.

From Switzerland: Raphael Wicky



From Sweden: Freddie Ljungberg



From Spain: Aitor Ocio



There are so many that I have missed, so I guess you'll just have to watch. It certainly brings new meaning to the term "the beautiful game", am I right ladies?

I must say that if I'm going to spend time watching a sport this is going to be the way to do it. It's continuous play so you don't have waste 4 hours of your time watching fat guys stop and start every 5 seconds between watching lame beer commercials.

cheers!
xo diane

Violet Crown Festival

This Saturday Tasty Jewelry will be participating in the Violet Crown Festival. With lots of wonderful new items it will be a great opportunity to pick up some great gifts for Mother's Day! See the flier below for more details.



Hope to see you there!

cheers!
xo diane

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

Come out this Saturday May 1st to The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf where Tasty Jewelry will be one of the featured artisans. I'll have some fantastic new jewelry including wonderful gifts for Mother's Day!



I hope to see you there!

cheers!
xo diane

So....

So if you looked at the previous post and guessed funky graphic print rings then you were right! These white glass gems were the perfect surface on which I could print my original graphics. They are mounted on an adjustable ring band with 13 different prints available; 3/4" diameter, $12 each.



And a side view:



Click on either of the two pictures above to be taken to the website for ordering. If I get enough interest, I might make them also into magnets. What do you think? Let me know...

cheers!
xo diane

working on something new...

I've had this idea for quite some time and now I've found the perfect medium to make it happen. I like to use my original art on different forms which I can then turn into jewelry. Being able to express myself creatively is something that I've felt driven to do my entire life.

So here are some photos of my newest endeavor...you'll have to wait and see what they become. Do you think you can guess what they'll be?



close up:



So be on the lookout in days to come for the finished product. :)

cheers!
xo diane

limited edition item #3

Limited edition antique brass filigree ring with mini rose accent. Delicate ring form is open in the back to allow fit for most fingers. Available in 18 different colors: $10 each. Only 10 available! Click on the image to be taken to the website.



colors available:



cheers!
xo diane

New chrysanthemum bob pins

New online today are the cutest chrysanthemum flower bob pins. Available in 18 tasty colors, these little beauties are super stylish & hold even the thickest locks of hair.
$8 each




cheers!
xo diane

NEW copper jewelry

I've just listed some new contemporary copper jewelry on www.tastyjewelry.com! Here are some examples of the goodies:

chain chandelier earrings $26:



chain drop earrings $22:



fringe tassel necklace $40:



Check them out!

cheers!
xo diane

Tasty Jewelry in Charlotte, NC

If you live in the Charlotte, NC area make some time to see the latest in contemporary jewelry & hair accessories by Tasty Jewelry at this fantastic trunk show hosted by Nolen Kitchen and Parts & Labour from Austin, TX.

Details below:



cheers!
xo diane

New bob pins online!

I've been making these bob pins for awhile, but somehow haven't found the time to add them to the website until now...

There are two sizes and they come in all sorts of luscious candy colors for only $10 per pair! Each one is hand made and features a Swarovski® crystal rhinestone accent.

The minis measure 1 1/4" long and are great for fine or short hair.



The regulars measure 1 7/8" long and are great for sprucing up your 'do or for when you are growing out those crazy bangs. You all know what I'm talking about...




cheers!
xo diane

Spring has sprung at www.tastyjewelry.com

It's been quite some time since I've updated the website, and now I have with lots of great graphics befitting the beautiful Spring & Summer seasons. I have a few new items that will be added soon so be on the lookout for those....



In the meantime, please head over to www.tastyjewelry.com to see what's new!

cheers!
xo diane

A Day to Remember...

Two years ago today I had a life-changing experience.



There is not a day that goes by that I don't think of my mother. The sound of her voice as she would ask me about my day at school, the way her handwriting looked on recipe cards or grocery lists, her ability to listen and give advice with such love and patience. So many things that could be put into thousands and thousands of words, but none of which would ever be able to express the amount of love and respect I have for her still...

I miss her dearly and know that she will live on in my memory of her forever.

I love you Mom....

xo Diane

SXSW Market

This is the 4th year that I've set up for SXSW and it's quite possibly the last. It has always been such a great experience and I don't think this year will be any different. I have organized yet another local artist's market at Guero's Taco Bar where there will be lots of wonderful handmade merchandise offered.

If you are in Austin during this amazing week please try to find some time to stop by and say hello!



cheers!
xo diane

Um....

Looks like someone is thoroughly enjoying the fruits of my labor...



That's Gunner, he's been enjoying my new chair more that I have this past week! (And no, you don't see a tail since he's a Manx, that's part of the breed...like a little black bear!)

cheers!
xo diane

Before & After...

Six years ago I bought this incredible orange vinyl chair from a resale shop in San Antonio and fell in love with it's unique shape and sleek design.




Well, after years of wear & tear the orange vinyl started ripping near the buttons and I felt it was really in need of a serious makeover. (You can see what I mean in the photo above.)

A few years ago on one of my many trips to Ikea I had found this incredible fabric which was whimsical, geometric and had a real vintage feel to it. I had planned on making something fabulous out of it, so until I was inspired it sat in a drawer waiting for the perfect project to emerge. This chair was that project!



My place has a Danish modern feel to it, and this fabric fit the bill...wonderfully.



The pattern is expressive without being obnoxious. The simple and clean line of the chair is what I feel really made this fabric work.



The project was not a small undertaking by any means...I had to remove all of the vinyl & bottom fabric then I sanded & refinished the legs & created fabric covered buttons. I've never taken any type of upholstery class, but seeing as I create things all day it was a pretty simple project to undertake. I have re-worked lots of furniture in the past and have been inspired & challenged by each and every project I've completed. I love every minute of it, knowing that I will be left with a super cute addition to my living room & knowing that I had a hand in creating it.

cheers!
xo diane