Hair Combs, Clips, Headbands and Jewelry

One of a Kind (OOAK) Vintage and Inspired Hair Accessories available from Romancing the Bling~

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Please check back often as I will be posting more photo's to this posting, blog and facebook page.


(Above OOAK Hair Accessories ~ Sold)

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Daily Candy features Romancing The Bling on The Today Show

Okay, it is such a relief to be able to share the good news finally. Those familiar with my jewelry collection, know that I have basically two lines. One line features one of a kind artisan pieces with an old world elegance and the other features vintage and vintage inspired heirloom wedding accessories. Well....... my wedding line is going to be part of a Daily Candy wedding segment on The Today Show tomorrow morning!

I have been on such a high since they contacted me last Monday, partly from the huge compliment and partly from exhaustion creating inventory around the clock for my Etsy store and The Pickled Hutch in preparation. I am so flattered and excited to have my creations included in the segment and their contact person has been a delight to work with in assisting me getting everything in order. Also, many thanks to my friend Shawn Peltier for his photo styling genius. No one can whip a face and hair into gorgeousness like Shawn! I am so lucky as he has "whipped" some pretty famous faces and he helped make my pieces look fantastic. And of course to my friend Lisa who taught me the power of the macro function and a good light box! And been an excellent assistant on top of her daytime job running her store.

Thanks to everyone for their support.

So it's true! Good things do happen in threes!

I have been truly blessed these past months since retiring from my "grown up" job as I have been able to design and create my jewelry full time.



It truly is my passion!!!


I've heard somewhere that good and bad things tend to happen in threes.


I'm happy to say that only good things are happening to me!!!




First, I have a few select pieces accepted for publication in the spring/summer edition of Jewelry Affaire magazine.

Secondly, I have been invited to do a trunk show at the Four Seasons Hotel in San Francisco on October 9th showcasing my One of a Kind Vintage Rhinestone Hair Combs!

They would also like to carry my heirloom wedding accessories in their Gift Shop at the Spa!

AND...

for the third thing, I have even BIGGER news that I have to keep under my hat until tuesday!

Please check back on tuesday and all will be revealed. I am still pinching myself with the third announcement !!!

It is amazing news for my business!!!

Sorry no hints...

I should be working...

Well....you know what happens when you start rummaging through collections...

Do you see the GORGEOUS sterling Whiting & Davis purse?

My BFF Lisa gifted it to me!!!

I have always wanted one and have searched for years looking for one in good condition and that would fit my budget.

This one is in mint condition !

I love it sooooooooo much!!! Thank you Lisa!

As you know, I LOVE the Art Deco Era...

I'm thinking of carefully handwiring one of my Deco Clips to the front of it.

Great to accessorize and wear casually with jeans...lovelier to accessorize for a dressed up glam event!

My neice Candace and her long time love Jared will be planning their wedding in the near future... last month he proposed marriage in Capri, Italy! So romantic!

and

Yes, I have been asked to do the jewelry for her wedding!

Stay tuned... as i'll definitely be sharing~

I hope you enjoyed viewing some of my Art Deco Clips and Brooches, as well as my beautiful purse!

Oops! It's after 3:00pm...I guess it's too late to get back to work!

Missing my love on our 30th Wedding Anniversary~

You picked me up for our first date in October 1975. It was a blind date. I was 17 and a senior in high school, and you were 20 and a sophmore in college. From that evening on we were joined at the hip and rarely separated.

Our wedding was beautiful that Saturday, August 16, 1980.

Thank you for giving me such a wonderful life filled with your unconditional love and support. We have two wonderful sons...they absolutely adored you! You were always such a great role model to them. They miss you.

Life can be unfair. Over 12 years ago God had a different plan for you as you were taken away from me. It's still difficult for me not having you here in person. I loved you. So many people loved you!

I am blessed. I was given true love...not 30 years, but I have my memories of you in a special place in my heart and this can never be taken away.

I love you my Harvey.

Happy Anniversary!

Vintage pretties for future brides and collectors...

Don't you just LOVE the Art Deco Era? It is my favorite!

These lovelies are just a few of the latest creations by Romancing the Bling that will be listed in my Etsy shop.

Introducing Mr. & Mrs. Patrick Anderson...

With this Kiss...

Mr. & Mrs. Patrick Anderson

Margaret, Patrick & Brian

The HAPPY Couple

Mother & Son

I would like to introduce my son Patrick and his wife Margaret! The happy couple were married Saturday, September 20th. The ceremony was so beautiful and the reception was festive! My youngest son Brian, who played the part of best man toasted his brother and new sister with love and with a bit of his quirky sense of humor. As their mother, my heart swelled with pride for both my sons! The day was joyful and bittersweet as my husband and their father, Harvey who has been deceased for almost 11 years was not able to be there in person. A special memorial candle had been lit in his honor. When the ceremony ended I gave my mother in law the long stem rose that had been placed next to me, which would have been where he sat. She in turn placed the rose next to the memorial candle that was burning below the statue of Mary. Harvey and I were married in the same church ... seeing my son up at the alter conveying his love to his bride brought back so many special memories of our day 28 years ago. I felt Harv's presence there with us and it's a memory I will hold dear, forever.