Back to School - End of Summer - Already?

This is the end of August and back to school time for many families. For me it means summer in Colorado is coming to an end and I am not sure I am ready for winter and the holidays yet - are you?

I will be changing my shop listings at Just for Joy Colorful Creations Shop on Etsy to NEW FALL & WINTER ITEMS this weekend.

IT IS NEVER TOO EARLY TO BEGIN  YOUR HOLIDAY SHOPPING!

Here are a couple of great, unique GIFT IDEAS:
(Click on links below pictures to shop)

Great COASTERS - ANY PHOTO you want!
I have three (3) types of coasters to choose from. This set is round Mahogany Coasters (Set of 4) with black metal Coaster Rack. These coasters show off the image so crisp and clear!
Click here to see other TYPES of coaster sets: COASTERS and HOME GIFT SETS

Click here: COASTER SET - ANY PHOTO YOU WANT!

Another UNIQUE GIFT IDEA is a SET including COASTERS and WINE BOTTLE STOPPER and CHARMS with ANY PHOTO you WANT - like these:

Click here: GIFT SET - ANY PHOTO YOU WANT!

Or HOLIDAY CARDS - ANY PHOTO YOU WANT!
Here are a couple of ideas and you can click here for more Holiday Cards,  Fall & Winter Pictures, and Flowers and Nature Pictures. My CARDS SETS are 6 for $12.50 and you can order as many as you like.

Click here: FROSTY GREENS

Click here: RED HOLIDAY FLOWERS

Here is a YUMMY HOLIDAY IDEA: Caramel Apple Idea from my Pinterest Board Just for Joy Pinterest Holiday Board

Here are some GREAT IDEAS for FALL and HOLIDAYS from my friend's shop Cookie Dough Creations

Click here: FALL ORNAMENT

I hope you have a smooth transition from summer to fall and the upcoming holidays. Remember the reason for the season! Enjoy your family and friends and all the great food available le this time of year!
Sheila

Summer Happenings

Hi everyone and I hope you are all enjoying the last half of summer.
Before we know it all the kids will be going back to school and the leaves will be changing colors....BUT....
for now lets squeeze all the summer fun out of these days that we can!

LINK: This way to the Beach!

I have a new Pinterest board called "Pins for Summer Inspiration" and I am including summer products, summer photos, and inspiring quotes. Visit soon at this link: Pins for Summer Inspiration

LINK: Beach Fashion!

I am also having an August GIVE AWAY! Each time you REPIN and LIKE my post for  Copper and Brass Vintaj Earrings then you will have a chance to WIN the earrings on September 1, 2013! I will draw names and let the winner know so that I can ship them right away.

Here is a photo of the earrings that will be given away FREE:

Here is the link for my Pin it To Win it post: PIN IT TO WIN IT GIVE AWAY

I also have a 20%  DISCOUNT COUPON on my Facebook business page. If you LIKE my Just for Joy Creations Facebook page you will receive the coupon to use on your entire order from my Etsy shop!

Here is the link to my Facebook page where you can LIKE me:
JUST FOR JOY CREATIONS FACEBOOK PAGE
The COUPON link is just below where you LIKE my page. Click on the Coupon picture shown.

You can use the coupon on your entire order at my Shop! Here is a sample of some ideas on h ow to use your coupon!

Something like the set shown here would be perfect for a late summer get-together, a ladies' night at home, or as a superb and unique GIFT!
ANY of my photos can become a custom wine set like this one.

LINK:  Seagull Wine Bottle Stopper and Glass Charm Set

Or maybe add some SUMMER COLOR to your world with a photograph like the one below showing a gorgeous summer garden and resting bench or choose from any of my other photos and treat yourself to color everyday!

LINK: Summer Garden Photograph

Or brighten up your iPhone or someone else's as a GIFT with a unique photo phone case like this one shown or ANY of my photos can become a unique, custom cell phone case!

LINK: iPhone Case with Ocean Waves

However you decide to spend the last days of your summer, please remember to enjoy yourself and surround yourself with friends, family, and people who love you! Sheila

New Summer/Beach Jewelry

I have created several new anklets and bracelets that will be perfect this summer for wearing to work, with your jeans, and at the beach so that you sparkle and shine!
Please visit my Shop Just for Joy Creations @ Etsy.com to see more items.
CLICK on LINKS below photos to find prices and more information about items.
Thank you and come back soon!

Green Jasper beaded Anklet with gold Turtle Charm

Green River Shell Beaded Anklet with silver Flower Charm

Green Pyrite Beaded Bracelet with Gold Heart Charm

Wrap Style Blue Beads & Hearts Bracelet

Blue Abalone Beaded Bracelet with Gold Dolphin Toggle Clasp

Red Jasper Beaded Bracelet with Tibetan Accent bead

Just for Joy Creations Blog: 10 Reasons Why Your Wardrobe Needs Handmade Jewelr...

Just for Joy Creations Blog: 10 Reasons Why Your Wardrobe Needs Handmade Jewelr...: 10 Reasons Why Your Wardrobe Needs Handmade Jewelry (Original Post By Leslie Patrick of SWCreations) Please visit my handmade jewelry ...

10 Reasons Why Your Wardrobe Needs Handmade Jewelry

10 Reasons Why Your Wardrobe Needs Handmade Jewelry
(Original Post By Leslie Patrick of SWCreations)

Please visit my handmade jewelry shop Just for Joy Creations Shop

                                                                                                                               

Walk through any mall in America and you’ll see a treasure trove of jewelry. A kaleidoscopic array of baubles, bling and accessories cascade from every shop window, their inanimate voices practically screaming “buy me”! Trouble is, that while these pieces may look nice and the price may even be appealing, there are various hidden factors involved when making a purchase from a chain or department store. Poor quality and unethical working conditions is just the tip of the mass production iceberg, yet are factors that pleasantly disappear when you choose to buy handmade, and domestically crafted beaded jewelry. Choosing handmade accessories is a fashionable decision you can feel good about–read on to find out why.

Top 10 reasons why you should buy handmade today:

1. Higher Quality. In general, handmade beaded jewelry is of a more superb quality than mass produced items found in your typical chain store, thus handmade items tend to last longer and wear more gracefully. Artisans who craft their work in small batches place great care and consideration into each bracelet or necklace they create, ensuring an end product that will be a valuable addition to your collection for years to come.
    
2. One of a kind. When you purchase handmade jewelry from a small artisan, you are guaranteed that the item you are wearing exists nowhere else on the planet. You can revel in the unique collection of beads that came together to create the specific piece you now treasure–a feeling you simply can’t capture with mass-produced jewelry from a chain store.
    
3. Supporting small businesses. When you choose to buy domestically, you are investing in the American economy. Small business owners too often close their doors in the face of competing with products mass produced overseas. Don’t let this happen! Buy your beaded jewelry locally!
    
4. Supporting the arts. Purchasing handmade beaded jewelry is an investment in the arts. Jewelry making has been a craft for thousands of years–from the ancient Egyptians to the Greeks and Romans–and it is still going strong today. Investing in handmade jewelry crafted by local artisans ensures this vibrant and beautiful skill is carried on through future generations.
    
5. Custom ordering means countless choices. Want a necklace made from your children’s birthstones? Need a pair of earring to match the bridesmaid’s dress for your best friend’s wedding? When you choose handmade beaded jewelry, the possibilities for design and color suddenly become infinite turning your beaded jewelry dreams into reality.
    
6. Makes gift giving easy. Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Christmas and birthdays suddenly become a lot simpler when you have a go to source for handcrafted beaded jewelry. From earrings to pendants, choose from an array of premade accessories or concoct a special gift of your own creation to dazzle your loved one.
    
7. Repairs are a breeze. Chances are that your favorite piece of jewelry is probably going to get some wear and tear. With handcrafted jewelry, there is a good chance that you can return to the same artist for repairs–not likely with something you bought at the mall.
    
8. A face and a name. Most of the time, it is impossible to know who creates the things we buy. So wouldn’t it be nice if on occasion you could put a face and a name to a product? When you buy from small artisans, each piece comes from the heart of the artist who created it, allowing you to feel more connected with the jewelry you choose to wear.
    
9. More for your money. Sometimes the prices for mass produced items are cheaper than handmade items, while sometimes the opposite is true. But even if you do spend slightly more on a handcrafted item, the long-term quality you receive will be well worth the extra few dollars you shell out initially.
    
10. Love and care. When an artisan handcrafts a piece of beaded jewelry, they are pouring into it their creativity, passion and love. So when the person who creates a work of art truly cares about the creative process, the beauty shines through uninhibited making a stunning piece of beaded jewelry that much more enviable.

 http://www.swcreations.net

New jewelry items!

I have some more new jewelry items in my shop on Etsy that I wanted to share with you.
Just for Joy Creations 
If you click on the name under the photos you will be able to see the prices and buying options.

I know most of us are anxious for springtime and Easter and Mother's Day are just around the corner. Maybe one of these pretties would make a nice gift for that someone special in your life!

Thank you for visiting!

Shades of Sunset Bracelet

Conch Shell and Wood Bead Bracelet

Red Wood Bead and Tree of Life Charm Bracelet

Tibetan Bead and Red Wood Bead Bracelet

Turquoise Bead Earrings

More new items!

I have added more new items to my shop Just for Joy Creations
Be sure to visit my Shop (link above) and see all the new items I have to offer.
I am also having a 10% off Sale! Use code FRIENDS10 at checkout for 10% off your entire purchase!

orange-teal-silver-beaded-bracelet

Set of Two Bracelets

blue-and-copper-beaded-bracelet

Set of three 5x7" Prints