Winter Weather in Washington State

It appears that the Winter weather has been getting on some people's (as well as bird's) nerves. I believe the angry bird pictured is upset that his birdseed is slightly frozen.

It also appears that Western Washington (Seattle/Tacoma) has been getting paid in snow for not having a White Christmas for the past couple of years. The snow keeps falling down, and we are either snowed in or brave enough to ski to work!!

A lot of us have missed work, which is both a good and bad thing. We get to spend time with family and friends while being able to relax. We're losing money though, and with our current economy situation there could be no worse timing.

Pictured is what I call the hill of doom.
You're lucky to be able to go down it, and blessed to get back up in the snow and ice, that is. It's this huge steep long hill that inhibits me from going to work. There's more to the hill, you just can't see it.

I am happy to finally get my White Christmas. I've always wanted one but rarely get it.

There has been a lot of relaxing and changing in my sleep schedule, and it is definitely time to get back to working on __1337 Art.

Thank you very much for reading,

Happy Holidays!

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Christina
CM Designs dba 1337 Art
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[Elite Art for the elite at heart.] Featuring jewelry for men and women, awareness items, bookmarks, brooches, cards, cell phone charms, clip on earrings, cuff links, hair accessories, wine charms, and more!

New products and more coming soon!

I have been busy designing new products as well as trying to keep my Shop inventory and craft fair inventory up. Today I wanted to share four new items that are currently available for purchase. The first one is the lovely Thought Contrast Choker Necklace; Black versus White. Good versus Evil. Grey is both the balance and the neutral.

This one-of-a-kind choker features a hand blown glass pendant that hangs freely on the chain. The Zebra Jasper gemstone beads are beautifully and naturally designed with random patterns of black and white; no two beads are exactly the same

I have also introduced adjustable rings to my Shop inventory! I currently have them available in Black Cat's Eye, Pink Cat's Eye, and Purple Cat's Eye. These adjustable rings fit most ring sizes, and they will make a great stocking stuffer or party favor.

The Cat's Eye fiber optic glass gems are approximately 10mm. They are called Cat's Eye because of the white band that reflects light.

I hope to add more rings in a variety of styles by early next year. If you have any requests please feel free to contact me. I would love to hear what you have in mind.

I have also been thinking about the men, and I currently have two different styles of cuff links to offer. The first set is made with Black Onyx; a natural gemstone that defends against negativity. They are very masculine, and they will add the perfect little touch to his suit.

If you are looking for something a little more modern I have some very hip and happening Snake's Eye cuff links. These fiber optic glass gems have a band of white light that reflects in an "S" shape. Their color ranges from dark grey to black. These cuff links will make a unique gift.

There are more things up my sleeves, and I cannot wait to introduce them to you. Please feel free to keep checking back on both my blog as well as my shop for new items.

Thank you so much for reading,

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Christina
CM Designs dba 1337 Art
http://1337art.etsy.com/
http://1337art.artfire.com
Elite Art for the elite at heart. Featuring jewelry for men and women, art collage, awareness items, bookmarks, cell phone charms, hair accessories, key chains, kilt pin brooches, wine charms, and more.

Custom orders are accepted. Custom deadline is November 30th, 2008

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Inspiration behind the piece - Modernated

If you aren't sure what to say, let this necklace say it for you. This modern piece of excellency will surely captivate the eyes of that handsome waiter, or that not-so-nice coworker and leave them speechless.

A bold combination of black and white...one of my favorites as of yet.

I wanted to create something bold. I wanted something big and modern. I love the color of black (or the lack of) and what's better to illuminate it's loveliness than to contrast it against white?

The pendant is 40mm long, and the necklace overall looks amazing and daunting draped across your chest. I like this necklace so much that I had to make one for myself! I wear it a lot, and I always collect a lot of stares.

It would make a great gift for that hard to please woman in your life. Your stubborn teenage daughter...or maybe yourself for a dashing evening out!

This beautiful 2 strand necklace is currently for sale at my Etsy shop. Feel free to take a look--it won't last long.

Interested in a special order? I would love to work with you to produce the jewelry you've fantasized of wearing for an affordable price too! Please email me at 1337art@gmail.com for more information.

Thank you so much for reading.

Christina
CM Designs
http://1337art.etsy.com
Elite Art for the elite at heart.