A Harvest of Love

Christmas is coming! And my recent work

2011-12-18T20:52:00.010+08:00

Christmas - my most loved holiday season of the year. It holds a special place in my heart. I hope you would have a great time spending the holiday with your loved ones. :)

To many, it is the time to give gifts to family members, friends and colleagues to show their appreciation. Here's my share of gifts wrapped and ready to be distributed on Tuesday! ^_^

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During this period of time, I had the chance to clear my annual leave. Took some time to make a few jewelry pieces. I love such quiet undisturbed time, when my creative juices can just flow freely. =)

Please "Like" my facebook page for latest update. Do drop by my blogshop to see the items available. Have a wonderful week ahead! ^_^

Tokidoki - are you still in love with their bags?

2011-10-29T18:48:00.005+08:00

Well, I still am! It seems the craze has died down but I just got hold of my very first Tokidoki bag. ^_^

There is a small Tokidoki section at Level 2, Takashimaya. They are giving away a free bag charm for purchases more than $180 (I think. You might wish to check with the sales lady again on this).

Here are the review photos!

Exquisite design on the bag charm box! =)

The bag charm.

The bag I bought. It will be great for casual outings and overseas trip. Also great as a lunch bag!

Very cute and functional bag. I am glad! Interested to see the other bag designs and accessories? Check out their official website!

Beautiful jewelry pieces for Christmas ^_^

2011-10-22T18:31:00.007+08:00

Christmas is coming. My favourite Japanese jewelry boutiques have come up with many sweet jewelry pieces to welcome this festive season. I thought I must share them here -- beauties that will bring a smile to your face! =)

First on the list -- 4 Degrees

Next - Agete. This is my favourite brand. I would love to have the ring!

And finally ... Nojess ... Don't you love the pretty box!

Christmas is the best holiday season to me. It is also a time to wind down and take a break. I hope you are looking forward to this lovely time too. Have a great weekend.

17 more days before my 2nd work year anniversary with my current employer

2011-07-31T19:37:00.007+08:00

I have been counting down since last month to my 2nd work year anniversary with my current employer. How many of us work just because of the money? Sadly, I am one of them. This job gives me the funds to pay my bills, accumulate some savings, support my passion and my materialistic cravings. Call me shallow, I am pretty used to that.

My dream job -- to open a beads cafe, where I get to sell quality beads and gemstones, with a corner of the shop selling petite pretty pastries and serving gourmet coffee and tea. Not sure how practical this dream job is, but I would love it! For now, I can only daydream about it.

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Managed to create a pair of earrings last week. Check out my blog and etsy for more photos and details. =)

No matter where you are, hope you have a great week ahead.

Mirror WIP

2011-05-23T20:57:00.002+08:00

Can't think of a better title. So I'd just stick to "Mirror" first. WIP.

New work - Spring time necklace

2011-05-17T15:57:00.004+08:00

Personal collection. I named her "Spring time".

Delightful ingredients -- Approx 11 cts London Blue topaz teardrop, citrine and swiss blue topaz teardrops, Japanese ceramic flowers, petite rose gold plated with cz charm, moonstone briolettes, london blue topaz briolettes, swarovski crystal bicones, flower and leave components, prehnite rounds. Components from Japan.

She's such a beauty and a joy to admire. **smile**

Raspberry Pink Earrings

2011-05-15T11:47:00.003+08:00

Check out my blogshop. =)
Have a great week ahead!

It has been a while

2011-04-07T21:00:00.005+08:00

It has been some time since I last updated the blog. Not because I have forgotten. It is just that I came back from Japan about 3 weeks ago, yes, hubby and I were at Tokyo when the quake happened.

We went through a little episode of inconvenience - our flight was cancelled, we had no place to sleep, we felt the quake and shakes, we walked from Shibuya to Shinjuku together with the many Japanese commuters... It felt strange to talk about my loot from this trip, especially when the beautiful country is still mourning. I did however posted photos of my loot on flickr. Looks awfully sinful to me. But I was so happy with the pretty things, intricate designs and packages.

Just like what many people have commented - the Japanese have wonderful grace even when faced with great difficulties. At that time when it happened, they were so peaceful -- there was no shouts, no demands, no frantic panic (though I saw ladies in silent fear).

We spent a night in the conference room of our checked out hotel (there was no transport to the airport. Our night flight was cancelled. We had no place to go). The hotel staff had kindly opened it up for stranded people like us. They provided tea, coffee, green tea and cold water (so sweet of them!). We shared a table with a Japanese couple and 2 other Japanese. In the morning when the train services partially came back, many started to leave the conference room. I noticed that these lovely Japanese bothered to return the cups to the original tables, pushed back the chairs and took their trash. The tables were cleaned up properly. When the Japanese left our table, they politely bowed to us before going off.

I seriously wonder if I will ever see that here in my country. We have lots to learn! I sincerely wish that the radiation disaster can be resolved soon.

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I bought alot of treasures from Tokyo. I love their bead shops. This is my recent piece of work where I used quite alot of my loot. A treasure of treasures.

Royal Lady Digital Painting - The journey

2011-02-05T16:21:00.004+08:00

I salute all the painters who can consistently and persistently keep drawing and painting. Completing this one piece of work is a very long process for me -- took me about 78 hours! I am a basic learner, I guess that is why I am painfully slow. **sweat**

The completed work.

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The long journey began...

The sketch. This was what I had in mind. It is important to have a reference picture as a base. Thereafter I modified to what I want.

WIP 1. This is after several hours of work. I realised the face was too big for her and decided to down scale it. I took a break and started pondering over it. This helps me to identify the flaws.

WIP 2. Corrected the flaws. And painted the clothes. The head-dress looked far from good so I decided to scrap it.

Worked for more hours today. There are still lots of flaws. Fine-tuning is required. But my interest in continuing her today is wearing out thin. =P So it is considered done!

Thanks for dropping by. Thanks especially to those who have been giving me encouragement -- You give me the fuel to continue! =)

The beautiful world of Rolex

2011-01-21T15:23:00.003+08:00

I have never been a fan of Rolex watches. Always thought that they are for the older folks (possibly because I am heavily influenced by our culture here, where the old aunties and uncles tend to want and wear Rolex watches) although I know that this brand is very popular among the rich and young in countries like Japan and HK.

So I ventured to their website today. There are some beautiful exquisite styles that caught my eye. So I am sharing them here with you. ^_^ I guess I can only put them on my wishlist. Photos from Rolex website - http://www.rolex.com/en

Have a wonderful weekend ahead!!

Happy 2011!

2010-12-31T21:55:00.003+08:00

May you be blessed with a joyous and fruitful new year! Stay positive and peaceful always. ^_^

Shop update

2010-11-28T11:00:00.007+08:00

New listing this weekend. =)

"Moonstones" Earrings - can be found on my blogshop and etsy. Little little gold rings with CZs hanging freely on blue fiery moonstones. Complimented with petite aquamarine rondelles and 24k Vermeil Kidney Earwires.

Do drop by to take a peep! ^_^

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Went christmas shopping yesterday with hubby. Visited my all time favourite shop "Das Erzgebirge-Haus" at Ion Orchard. I bought for myself a little Guardian Angel.

(picture from website)

Also went Kinokuniya and got myself the latest issue of Imagine FX (my most loved Digital Art magazine). Free 2010 calendar enclosed inside with the magazine!

(source - Imagine FX website)

Have a great week ahead! =)

Miu Miu early christmas pressies!

2010-11-07T20:36:00.005+08:00

Christmas comes a little earlier for me this year. Hubby and I walked into Miu Miu Paragon today, not intending to buy anything. Simply window shopping to satisfy my curiosity to know what stock they have in store. We walked past the wallet counter and the beautiful colours of blue and lovely dusty pink caught my eyes. I asked the SA casually if they have the colurs in Bauletto Matelasse'Lux design. The SA was very helpful, she pulled out the bags in the colours I want and also other designs. **my wallet screamed "oh no!"**

Cutting the long story short, hubby was supportive that I get the bag and he bought me the matching wallet. =)

I will let the photos do the talking. There's no buyer's regret even though the price tag was *uh hem*... -- this bag design was on my wishlist for close to 2 years and the beautiful colour was a big bonus!

Little baggie peeping out from her box!

She has protective covers!

With flash

Without flash

And now, self imposed ban -- no big ticket items from now till Feb 2011...

Orangetree's Guerlain loot from DFS

2010-11-05T19:30:00.004+08:00

I have been patiently waiting for the launch of Guerlain's christmas 2010 Les Ors Collection since last month and was thrilled to see them in person earlier at DFS. ^_^

The SA said DFS is the only place that is having these babes on sale now. The rest of the beauty counters will only start selling in Dec. Everything is so pretty and I was very tempted to grab all... if only my little wallet permits.

Here are the beauties I bought... **displaying my loot**

If you buy any of their items from the christmas edition now, you will get a free "miniature skin care and fragrance set" -- 5ml Guerlain L'or Radiance Concentrate With Pure Gold Make-up Base, 5ml Guerlain Abeille Royale Youth Serum and 5 ml Guerlain Idylle Eau De Parfum... Plus a free pouch of course. =)

I am in need of a new bottle of eye cream. Since the current one is running out soon, I thought I could try Guerlain's Orchidée Impériale eye and lip cream. This is my first very expensive skincare product. I do hope it doesn't disappoint me!

From the christmas 2010 collection, I got myself the Ombre Eclat 4 Shades (410 Velours d’Or). I seldom put on eye shadow but there is something so beautiful about the colours that I succumbed to temptation. **tsk tsk! I love the little velvet black pouch that holds the eye shadow too. ^_^

Guerlain’s Meteorites are my fave! This is my personal MUST-HAVE!

I "accidentally" bought the brush because I thought it was free! The SA who was packing my stuff asked if I wanted the brush and I said yes. Okay, I should never assume! Really silly of me! So I spent close to $50 on this one which came as a big surprise when I saw my bill (only after I reached home.... DUH)

Anyway, I am a happy girl today. So happy that I took photos and uploaded here. Woohoo!!

More yummies from Japan

2010-10-23T17:11:00.005+08:00

If you like the petite dainty jewelry pieces from Agete in my earlier post, you will love these yummies from Nojess, ete and Vendome Aoyama.

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♥ Nojess ♥
You can find Nojess items online at ZoZoTown, they provide overseas shipping services.

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♥ Ete ♥
Ete is also has several items available at ZoZoTown. The Christmas set (limited collection) looks too beautiful!

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♥ Vendome Aoyama ♥

♥ Agete - Beautiful Gems ♥

2010-10-23T00:49:00.004+08:00

Thanks to SF, I was reminded of Agete, a Japanese jewelry brand, which I love.

I was thrilled that Kinokuniya is bringing in their AUTUMN / WINTER COLLECTION 2010 mook. This mageazine comes with a Tote Bag - perfect to be my lunch bag! I will definitely rush to Bugis and grab my copy tomorrow. ^_^
(Update on 23 Oct 2010 - The mook is not here in Singapore yet. Fans of Agete would have to wait a little longer, I guess.)

Also visited their website. Was pleasantly surprised that they have revamped it -- more romantic and easier to navigate than before. Here are some of my favourite pieces from their collections.

♥ ♥ Have a great weekend! ♥ ♥

Shop update!

2010-09-12T17:01:00.005+08:00

Some recent listings in stores. Check out my blogshop and etsy shop for more photos.

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And a family photo of all the romantic floral pendants/ necklaces I have done so far. They are mostly my personal collection. "Refreshed" is available for those who are interested to take a peep.

New purchase and more photos from Rakuten =P

2010-08-28T12:58:00.006+08:00

It has been several months since I bought a bag and even more months since I bought a non-designer bag. This lovely bag caught my eyes when I was waiting for hubby to buy Starbucks coffee at Wisma. I pulled him into the shop to take a look after we finished our caffine dose.

This babe is made in Korea. Soft leather, great texture, lovely design. I also bought the bag charm to match. Here are some photos. ^_^

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Found some drool worthy sweeties from Rakuten earlier when I was surfing the web. These can be found here.

Updated - New WIP - completed piece

2010-08-01T20:47:00.004+08:00

Updated - finished piece

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Another attempt in photoshop painting. This time, I was faster. Also had the chance to try new techniques. This version is a slightly better piece of work than my previous one. It is still a WIP, I felt tired after finishing the eyes. Really salute those who can complete a painting in one sitting. Let's see if I can finish this by next weekend.

Thanks for dropping by! ^_^ Gambate to myself!

"Fall in Love" Necklace - My Best Love!

2010-07-25T18:26:00.005+08:00

This is my best love, among all the creations I have done so far. I am SO in love with this precious necklace.

Rose gold necklace is what I had been thinking of doing but never had the inspiration so far... till today! I am so happy with what I have accomplished. The designing was not smooth sailing, I took several hours. The photo below is the concept design before I plunged into actual work.

These are photos of the finished piece. You can tell how much I love it by looking at the many photos I have taken and posted here. =)

The necklace looks even prettier in real life! ^_^ **hearts hearts hearts** Coincidentally, I read that Jill Stuart has updated its website. The new look is so beautiful and romantic... and appears to be in perfect match with "Fall in Love"! (photo below is from JS' site)

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If you are like me, in love with this necklace, and wish to have one for yourself, pls feel free to e-mail me. However, I am open to making one more only. I want to keep her unique and special.

Besides rose gold, it will look great in silver or gold too.

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I have spent again!!

2010-07-18T15:21:00.004+08:00

Hubby finally realised that I should never be allowed into a watch boutique.

We went to Takashimaya yesterday... He said that there is the Hour Glass boutique and suggested to take a look at the Philip Stein watch which I had on my wishlist. Alas, it was a bad idea -- I saw the watches and quickly picked one. In a matter of less than 30 mins in the shop, I asked him if I could get the watch. **LOL** So this babe went home with me!

I am very curious if the Teslar technology really helps to reduce overall stress and promote well being of the wearer. Most likely I would start wearing this beauty after my birthday next month. I love the diamond markers, the dual clock and watch face. Also like the ease of changing the leather strap - I do plan to get more straps in the near future. ^_^

I must stop spending. Wouldn't want to "squander" all my hard earned bonus!

another drawing

2010-07-17T13:38:00.003+08:00

Am into a drawing frenzy these 2 weeks. ^_^ I am learning to use Photoshop to sketch and paint. Never good in painting but photoshop seems to make things slightly easier.

This is what I have done so far. Not fantastic but I am happy because I am improving in my skills. Call it a far-fetched dream but I believe I can be considered good in this one day!

Have a GREAT weekend!!

Drool-worthy watches!

2010-06-22T15:53:00.008+08:00

Balmain - one of the most elegant and affordable watch brands in market.
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Philip Stein - got to get one of these!
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Seiko - stylish, elegant and yet affordable. ^_^ (photo source - rakuten)
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We love Jill Stuart's cosmetics and fragrance. What about the watch above?

(photo source - rakuten)
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Breguet - lots of diamonds!

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My beautiful anniversary present from hubby ^_^

2010-06-19T18:57:00.003+08:00

My very sparkly diamond ring from hubby. This is a 1 carat ring, with H colour and VS2 clarity. Hubby picked the stone and supported my choice of setting. I am happy with the present and touched by his generosity and love. =)

Thanks for dropping by and sharing my joy. Have a great weekend!

Sunday blues

2010-06-13T18:27:00.000+08:00

The truth is, I have Sunday blues every week. Definitely not looking forward to work. How many of us actually dread work every day? Drag ourselves up from bed, push ourselves through the office door, force ourselves to deal with the work that needs to be done, liaise with the people whom we don't like... and the cycle repeats again the next day.

The truth is, I wish I can quit and not worry about the bills/ loans I need to pay. Do a part-time job and spend the remaining days working on my jewelry pieces. Perhaps such a dream is achievable. It is just a matter of "If I Dare".

Sacrifice the want for more beautiful things - the expensive black leather watch, the beautiful B-bag or even the Chanel. Sacrifice the life of comfort - going around without a car (I really dislike taking the train and bus, the journey of more than an hour to any interesting place is enough to kill my enthusiasm.), the relatively big house that I have now.

Ranting will not make me feel better. It is afterall Sunday, 7.03pm.

Newly listed goodies!

2010-05-28T23:32:00.003+08:00

Shop update! =) Now listed on my etsy and blogshop. Pls do drop by to take a look.

New family member - Juiz, the ragamuffin

2010-05-22T13:18:00.003+08:00

Introducing our new family member - Juiz! She is a ragamuffin (read more about this cat breed here) and is about 5 months old now. She has been with us for about 2 weeks and is adapting well.

Juiz is an affectionate kitty. She literally follows us from room to room, takes her nap beside us, wants us to watch over her as she enjoys her food, greets us with a soft "--eow" every time she sees us. She also loves to run with me from one corner of the house to another (her favorite exercise besides catching the little toy mouse).

Here are some photos of lovely, adorable Juiz. ^_^

My ring from Japan is here!

2010-04-22T20:40:00.004+08:00

After more than a month's wait, my ring from Sirena Azzurro Japan is finally here! DH was kind to drive to the post office during his lunchtime to pay for the GST imposed on the package and collect the item.

When I reached home at night after a day of hard work *pant!*, I was delighted to see a little blue bag on our bar counter - as though it was patiently waiting for my return to unwrap the beauty inside! Here are some photos of the beautiful ring - custom made 18k rose gold, with aquamarine and diamonds. YIPPIE!!!

Flickr Love - Tanya (Scrapbuddy2)

2010-04-18T13:59:00.003+08:00

Beautiful masterpieces from one of my Flickr favs. You can find more of her work here.

Have a ♥ GREAT ♥ week ahead!

I love Japan!

2010-04-04T16:07:00.006+08:00

It has been close to 1 month since I returned from Japan. It is such an amazing place - fantastic shopping and beautiful scenery. Took more than 300 photos. Here are some of my favourites. If you have not been to Japan, do consider making it your next holiday trip... totemo kirei desu (very pretty)!

Hot from workbench - "Magical Love" Ring

2010-04-03T11:47:00.000+08:00

This is one of my favorites! Just posted this babe to my blogshop and etsy yesterday evening. Made of Japanese ceramic clay flowers, slate blue mystic quartz gemstone, swarovski teardrops and bicones, seed beads and fire polished czech bead. This ring is adjustable, currently at size US6.

Hope you like it! =)

4 Degrees Japan

2010-04-02T14:00:00.003+08:00

4 Degrees is a popular Japanese Jewelry brand, with boutiques and outlets located in the major cities of Japan. Their designs are mostly dainty - simple clean or romantic elegant designs. I love their rose gold jewelry items, especially the rings. If you are a rose gold fan, like me, do take a look at their beautiful website - http://eaudouce4.jp/home.html

Eye candies

2010-03-28T16:49:00.004+08:00

Beautiful eye candies. Hope you like them! =) Can't get the blogger to work properly on Opera. So I'd just place the website address below the photos.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=43058574

http://aniolek-maly.deviantart.com/art/Mysterious-157208916

http://www.agete.com/addition/index.html

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30425590

New item listed

2010-03-24T21:09:00.002+08:00

Newly listed on both my blogshop and etsy. I had great happiness creating this piece. Love the intricacy of the bead caps and the sparkly crystal teardrops. Always find refuge in creating new pieces. Sometimes I wish my full-time job is just to make these lovelies. Hope you like this piece. =)

New items listed!

2010-03-21T09:56:00.002+08:00

2 new items listed on my etsy and blogshop!

Have a great week ahead!

I'm back from Japan!

2010-03-11T21:13:00.002+08:00

Yes! I went to Hokkaido and Tokyo last week. A total of 7 days. It was an amazing trip - beautiful Hokkaido and shopping heaven Tokyo~! Took more than 300 photos. =) For today, I'm going to share my loot from the trip -- They are soooooo beautiful!

The following are the major ones. Thanks for sharing my happiness!

1) Coach bag bought from Hokkaido outlet

2)Musical rabbit figurine from Hokkaido

3)Pink gold stackable rings from Agete, Japan

4) Customed order pink gold aquamarine ring - coming in April!

Etsy favs of the week

2010-02-16T13:54:00.002+08:00

** Etsy Fave of the Week **

ATTILADESIGN - *Lumme* Indie Haute Couture

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thesmallobject - many cute stuff!

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paulinacarcach - love her bags!
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New personal collection - Petite Luxury Bracelet

2010-02-14T22:45:00.002+08:00

I'm happy to have made something for myself. Introducing "Petite Luxury" bracelet, which is made of Japanese clay flower bead, topaz teardrop, peridot gemstone, cornflower blue quartz and moonstone rondelles, crystals and seed beads. Wholesome goodness packed! =) This is defintely one of my favourite pieces of self made jewelry. I love gemstones!

Hope you had a wonderful, sweet Valentine's Day. =)

Favorites from Flickr

2010-01-07T11:45:00.003+08:00

I stopped using my Flickr ever since I hit 200 pictures as I refused to pay subscription fees to increase the number of uploads. Today I went in to take a look at my contacts' pictures and was reminded of the beautiful ones I collected as my favourites. Here are some.

Ken's pic

Chili Crab's pic

pmgart's pic

Hope you like them too.

Amazing creative work from etsy

2010-01-03T16:19:00.006+08:00

Lovely finds from Etsy... makes me wishing hard for the money tree!

1) Kimberly Aurora : Romantic Flowers

2) Emily Gray~ Uniquely Enchanting FUSION™ Jewelry.

3) {handmade} gifts for you and yours

4) Merimask Designs

Hope you like what I found! Have a wonderful week ahead!

07-Ghost (continue)

2010-01-01T16:54:00.007+08:00

Just ordered 07-Ghost anime's OST CD "Melody of Michael" (SGD50.95) from playasia.

The songs from this anime are superb, especially 《ラグスの鎮魂歌》and 《瞳のこたえ》 . I love the lyrics, very beautifully written.

Here's the lyrics for 《瞳のこたえ》in original Japanese and its translation (translation from Deciphered melody wordpress).

tooi natsukashiki keshiki yasashii yuki no kaori
togire togire no kioku wo tsumui de michi wo sagasu

The distant and nostalgic scenery, that sweet fragrance of snow,
they tie down my broken memories and search for the road I must take.

kurui dashita sadame ni tashikana me no mae mo
nani mo kamo mienai

In this Chaotic Destiny, you may not be able to see the certainty
right in front of your eyes.

tookute mienai chiisana tomoshibi
negau hodo ni ushinau mono
fukai yami wo kirisaiteku
kokoro ha koko ni aru to

The small light is so far I can’t see it,
if I wish enough in order to see it…I’ll lose something.
But a heart that shatters the deepest darkness
lies right here.

kanaderu sanbika atatakai namida
koboreochiru ikiyuku kagiri
sora wo aogu akai hitomi
mitsuketa asu he no michi
arukidasu

This flowing hymn, this warm tear
spill and try to live as much as they can.
These Scarlet Eyes look at the sky,
and I walk the road leading to the future
they found.

itsuka chikatta kotoba ga azayaka ni yomigaeru
tadorifureyuku kioku ha ibara no michi no shirushi

The words we once vowed vividly resurrect,
the memories it finally touched upon, are the proof of the Thorny Path we took.

omoidashita sadame no subete wo ukeireta
nigiru te ha kesenai

I remembered I accepted everything this life gave me,
our held hands won’t disappear.

itsukushimu inori chiisana hohoemi
mamoru tame ni michibikareru
kanashimi sae kirisaiteku
kokoro ha koko ni aru to

This pitiful prayer, this tiny smile,
in order to protect them, I’m led towards
the heart that can even shatter sadness,
that heart lies right here.

tsunagaru utagoe ai wo shiru namida
ikutsumo aru inochi no kagiri
sora he tsudzuku hana no tsubasa
sakaseta asu he no michi
tsudzuiteku

Synchronized singing voices, tears that know of love,
there are many of them in this limited life.
The Wings of Flowers continue towards the heavens,
continuing towards the
road of a Flourished Future.

saigo no negai wo kanaeru no da to shitara
hitotsu dake no hikari wo todokeru

If my final wish is granted,
I will send you a single ray of light.

tookute mienai chiisana tomoshibi
negau hodo ni ushinau mono
fukai yami wo kirisaiteku
kokoro ha koko ni aru to

The small light is so far I can’t see it,
if I wish enough in order to see it…I’ll lose something.
But a heart that shatters the deepest darkness
lies right here.

kanaderu sanbika atatakai namida
koboreochiru ikiyuku kagiri
kageri mo naku mayoi no nai
hitomi no kotae idaite susundeku

This flowing hymn, this warm tear
spill and try to live as much as they can.
There’s nothing to be sad about, nothing to be confused about,
I embrace the Answer of my Eyes and continue forward.

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Happy Happy New Year 2010!

Favorite Anime... just before year ends!

2009-12-31T19:56:00.005+08:00

For those who love Japanese fantasy anime, you would most likely fall in love with this one - 07-Ghost. I love the story, the drawing, the characters and the music! ^_^

Story (source - Wikipedia - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/07-Ghost)

Teito Klein is a former slave sent to attend the Barsburg Empire's military academy due to his ability to use Zaiphon, a type of supernatural power. The ability is rare, and thus highly prized. Teito is an amnesiac and doesn't remember anything of his past, but he has recurring and often traumatizing dreams in which he sees a grand church or castle and a man he feels he may know.

After a year at the academy, Teito takes the graduation exam; it is notoriously difficult with the average pass rate of one in twenty-five and rumor has it that candidates died in the exam. The night before Teito and his best (and only) friend, Mikage, take the exam, they swear they will never abandon the other when the other needs help. The next day, Teito is delivering papers to a professor when he overhears his name. He stops to listen and realizes that the speaker, a man named Ayanami, is the person who killed the man he sees in his dreams, who is his father, the king of the destroyed Raggs Kingdom. Teito is found eavesdropping and tries to attack his father's murderer, but is quickly brought down by one of Ayanami's subordinates and sent to prison. Mikage comes to help him escape, only to find that Teito has managed to fight past the guards by himself. The two flee the building, but are cornered on a balcony. Teito pretends to hold Mikage hostage, threatening to kill him if the guards pursue him, and tries to escape when Ayanami sends a Zaiphon attack after him, which Teito manages to partly deflect. A Bishop in the nearby 7th District takes the injured Teito to the church to recuperate. Because of the law of sanctuary, as long as Teito stays in the church the army cannot enter the place, hence cannot arrest him.

In fact Teito carries the Eye of Mikhail, a powerful talisman that his home country, the Raggs Kingdom, was ransacked for. The tragic death of a loved one catapults him into his quest for revenge against the Barsburg Empire and knowledge about his past, while he becomes entangled with the Gods, Verloren, and the 7 Ghosts.

His best friend's fate spurs Teito into trying to master the Bascule — a powerful weapon that can harness and focus his innate power. Friends become enemies and rivals become allies as Teito begins to fulfill his destiny, and protect his fallen country from the minions of his former masters.

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Some pictures from the anime:-

Wishing all a wonderful new year ahead! =)

Merry Christmas

2009-12-24T22:46:00.002+08:00

Christmas is a time to remind myself the precious truths... In very simple terms, it is - Christ is with me, in me and will be with me and in me forever. I was reading the "Holy Experience" (blog by Ann Voskamp) and was touched by what she wrote:-

"On the eve of the darkest night of the year, the old demons, anxiety, discouragement and ugly perfectionism slink up through the shadows. My skin crawls with the darkness. Tears don't wash me clean.

I'm overwhelmed by some projects greater than my skillset, by to-do lists with more items than moments in my day. There isn't enough of me and and what there is of me seems impotent and I'm groping for grace. It's easy to forget the truth in the dark. Sadness wrings the bones dry and finally late I give up, find my way to bed, pull the covers high...."

This is precisely what I have been experiencing for the past few weeks, especially these few days! Hubby frowned whenever I buried myself in the endless piles of work - no time to rest, smile or stop to appreciate what is around me.

"During the darkest days of the year, the world celebrates that Light has come into the world, a dawning over the land of the shadow of death, and in the warmth of that halo, we have hope....

Lord God... I simply Come to the Light.
That's all I need this Christmas.
In the dark, to rest in the healing warmth of You."

May this Christmas be a special day for you... May He touch you and remind you that you are never alone.

(Photos from Flickr. Hover mouse to photos for exact image address. Thanks to the talented photographers for the excellent photos!)

Amazing wallets and small accessories from Rakuten

2009-12-18T23:14:00.005+08:00

I am a big fan of Rakuten's jewelry pieces (featured several such items in the past here on my blog). Now I'm in love with their leather goods and small accessories too. Take a look below, I bet you'd go "wow~!" like me. ^_^

KC,s Experience Leather Craft - http://www.rakuten.ne.jp/gold/kc-s/

Tsumori - http://item.rakuten.co.jp/tigerstail/c/0000000184/

Katherine Hamnett
- Not a Japanese brand but found on Rakuten... and so beautiful too! http://item.rakuten.co.jp/rammy/c/0000000201/

Want more of such eye candies? Let me know. =)

Orangetree Christmas Giveaway

2009-12-13T09:58:00.003+08:00

Orangetree Christmas Giveaway - One lucky winner will receive this pair of lovely flower and pearls earrings. Made of silver plated flower charms and coin freshwater pearls. =) Check out my blogshop for details!

Sale on Orangetree Etsy!

2009-12-06T18:11:00.004+08:00

Sale Sale Sale!

Please check out my Orangetree Etsy Shop. All items under "Specials" are on sale. Grab my unique filigree floral series and precious gemstone bracelets at very special prices. From now till end Dec 09. Don't miss out!

WIP

2009-11-29T22:24:00.001+08:00

Realised eraser works wonders on drawings! This is WIP, for as long as I want. For the moment, I will stop here. I'm making little little progress and I am happy!

Lovely Etsy Finds! ^_^

2009-11-14T20:43:00.003+08:00

Beautiful items from talented Etsy sellers.

+ Pink Shoes

+ Morganite in 14k rose gold

+ Variation on a Theme Wrap

Personal Collection - Labradorite Love

2009-11-07T13:04:00.003+08:00

Personal collection - Labradorite Love bracelet

Just completed this 2 days ago during my off-day. Made of moonstones, labradorites and phrenites, with filigrees and seed beads. Finally used my stock of labradorites, which have been in my supply box for more than a year!

Store update and my new loot

2009-11-05T19:31:00.003+08:00

Newly listed! (Visit my online shops for details.):-

1) "Winter Wonderland" Necklace - This necklace is created with the spirit of joy and winter white in mind. I used swarovski round square indicolite crystal, blue fiery moonstone, crystal teardrop, czech beads and seed beads. All woven on a filigree and covered with another. The necklace cord is made of suede.

2) "Sweet Giraffee" Earrings - Sweet pair of giraffe (with an extra "e"!) earrings. Totally fun and adorable. Wear them to school, shopping, casual outings or dates.

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I want to share with all about my new loot - Jill Stuart's blusher compact. I ordered this online via ebay from Japan (Jill Stuart is a big popular brand in Japan. I read that their cosmetic counters are always crowded with eager buyers). Mine is the 02 colour. The 4 shades look bright and pink but when applied, they blend very well with the skin - giving a pink sweet glow. =) Everything looks so pretty and girlie. Packaging is the main reason (I believe) why Jill Stuart is such a hit with ladies. My only complain is the brush, which tends to slide back when in use. 'Nuff said, here are the photos.

❤ Weekly Etsy Favs ❤

2009-10-31T23:28:00.004+08:00

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Shop update =)

2009-10-25T21:13:00.005+08:00

2 new items were listed on my etsy and blogshop this weekend. Please do drop by and take a look. =)

wordless Saturday

2009-10-24T23:51:00.001+08:00

200 followers! =)

2009-10-22T20:34:00.003+08:00

My humble etsy shop reached 200 followers a few days ago. ^_^ I'm happy that my work is appreciated and recognised in this manner. It encourages me to keep designing and creating new pieces. Thank you so much! To show my appreciation, I will have my first etsy sale in December. **dance** More details will be provided in due course.

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Shop update:-

"Blooming" Earrings and "Inspire Me" Earrings are now listed on my etsy and blogshop. Please do drop by and take a peep. =)

Cutie pies - Cats and kittens - weekly favs from Deviantart

2009-10-11T21:44:00.002+08:00

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Sweeties from Deviantart - Bring a smile to your face

2009-10-03T21:35:00.006+08:00

The beauty of nature

"Don't disturb me, I need a nap."

"Am I cute?"

Don't you love this adorable husky puppy?

Things I made this weekend

2009-09-27T21:59:00.004+08:00

This weekend has been tough for me emotionally. I'm thankful for a supportive hubby - he was understanding and gave me the personal space I needed. I took the time to make some pieces for my shops and also a piece for myself.

These are for my etsy and blogshop - "Take Me Home" ear studs (measuring only about 0.4 inches wide each... aren't they cute?) and "Ribbons" earrings (I love the little ribbons!).

The one below is my personal collection. New from my workbench. I used Japanese ceramic flower (see the shades of pink and white), huge blue fiery moonstone and a little one on the top left of the pendant. I also used lovely AB crystal teardrops and raspberry colour crystal bicones. Do you see the pink quartz chips too?

Have a good week ahead. Thanks for dropping by! **hugs

Favourite things from Etsy

2009-09-27T16:58:00.003+08:00

Some of my favourites from etsy. From topmost:-

1) Treehouse

2) Sakizome

3) Moxie and Oliver

4) Emily Gray Jewels

5) Eidel Precious

Store update

2009-09-20T10:19:00.003+08:00

New goodies now available on my etsy and blogshop. Please do drop by and take a peep. Have a great week ahead!

Lovely Clusters - Beautiful Handmade Items

2009-09-15T20:10:00.003+08:00

"Lovely Clusters" is a site that showcases beautiful handmade items from talented artists all over the world. I am proud and happy to join this exciting group and be part of the adventure.

The following is a quick screenshot of how my page looks like. Please do drop by "Lovely Clusters" and be intrigued by the precious treasures currently listed there.

Click here to my page! => Lovely Clusters - Beautiful Handmade Items
Have a great week ahead!

New Pet! Meet my new Sony Vaio P netbook

2009-08-31T21:27:00.005+08:00

Meet my new pet - Sony Vaio P Netbook (P 23 series). I bought this babe for myself as a belated birthday present. What I love about this machine - the size of this sweetie! So far, I have not seen other brands with these dimensions (I might not have seen all, of course **grin**). It fits perfect into my bag and is also very light in weight, which is a very important factor since I plan to carry it wherever I go.

This is my second day using the gadget and I'm totally in love with it. =)

Guys who make me drool ^_^

2009-08-28T22:30:00.006+08:00

These are my favourites. What about yours?

Joe Cheng, Joo Ji Hoon, George Clooney, Fukuyama Masaharu, Takeshi Kaneshiro

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Layfon Alseif (Chrome Shelled Regios), Akira Takizawa (Eden of the East), L Ryuzaki (Death Note)

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Hope you enjoy the eye candies here. If you can't get enough of the photos (for the record, they are not mine. Credit to google image search and respective anime sites), try googling their names and you will get loads of results.

Have a great weekend ahead! =)

Quick store update

2009-08-24T21:36:00.003+08:00

Just a quick note on store update (yep, I was productive over the weekend). **smile** Please do check out my etsy and blogshop.

Do You Love Me Earrings by ~littleorangetree on deviant ART

Shop update and new loot!

2009-08-23T10:44:00.006+08:00

1) Shop Update

I just listed "Dance with Me" bracelet cum ring on my etsy and blogshop. You are warmly invited to drop by to take a look. **smile**

2) "the Garden of eye candy"

I bought a treasure last Friday after work at PageOne bookstore, Habourfront. This graphic book babe is called "the Garden of eye candy". It is a compilation of selected works from talented artists like Adolie Day, Kendra Binney, Nicoletta Ceccoli etc. The book has 255 pages, hardcover and costs SGD$58.74. Extracts of the book below.

Have a great week ahead!

"你"

2009-08-11T01:07:00.008+08:00

很好听的一首歌，
很有意思的词。

Ni (OST)

~~* 你 *~~
歌手：林依晨

风轻轻我听见你声音
你对着我叮咛要注意自己的心情
雨轻轻我听见你声音
你拿着伞靠近为我遮着风挡着雨
一点点想哭泣一点点想着你
你的爱很珍惜
我总依赖着你的记忆

你就像风在说话顺着我方向
你就像海中的波浪堆着我成长
我明白你的回答温柔的对话
爱情其实没有办法不被感动吧我不说谎

风轻轻我听见你声音
你对着我叮咛要注意自己的心情
雨轻轻我听见你声音
你拿着伞靠近为我遮着风挡着雨
一点点想哭泣一点点想着你
你的爱很珍惜
我总依赖着你的记忆

你就像风在说话顺着我方向
你就像海中的波浪堆着我成长
我明白你的回答温柔的对话
爱情其实没有办法不被感动吧我不说谎

你就像风在说话顺着我方向
你就像海中的波浪堆着我成长
我明白你的回答温柔的对话
爱情其实没有办法不被感动吧我不说谎
我不说谎
我不说谎

New work - Pastel Moonstone Bracelet

2009-08-10T16:03:00.004+08:00

Ordered some components directly from Japan and managed to receive them last week. I was excited to test the quality and durability of the new shower caps. Made a new bracelet "Pastel Moonstone" yesterday. I used lots of my personal favourites, including a Japanese ceramic pastel blue flower, moonstones (see the beautiful blue fire!), seed beads, opalets and crystals.

I'm not sure if I should list it or keep it for myself. This piece looks much better in person than on photos. Here are 2 of my miserable attempts to capture a little of its beauty.

Have a great week ahead! Thanks for dropping by.

I still love drawing after so many years

2009-08-07T22:37:00.002+08:00

When I said "many years", I really mean it! Started doodling on unwanted magazines (for those who can remember this "must-have" TV magazine back in the old old days... 电视广播周刊) since I was very young. I believe this hobby was greatly influenced by my elder brother. We used to draw and make up stories. Don't ask me how we did that, we managed to have hours of fun drawing alongside each other.

Close to 30 years have gone by... I still love to draw. More so, I love to see other people's work. Am always captivated by the talented artists who draw for a living. In case you have not found deviantART, this is a wonderful place where LOADS of artists gather to showcase their work, sketches and WIPs.

I just added my humble sketch to my site at deviantART. =) Hope you like it.

Sketch by ~littleorangetree on deviant ART

Doodling Monday

2009-08-03T19:24:00.000+08:00

Hope you like her!

New items listed!

2009-07-30T13:25:00.006+08:00

It has been a while since I post a store update here. Here's a peep to some of the new items that I have placed on both my blogshop and etsy for sale. They are elegant and high quality, but still very affordable! Do check them out!

My very sincere thanks to all who have supported me during my last sale. I am very encouraged. Love you all. **hugs**

Rakuten again!

2009-07-19T19:53:00.005+08:00

Rakuten. That's my all time favourite Japanese online store. I especially love their petite pendants and rings, so dainty and feminine! ^_^ It appears that some of our readers love the store too so I decided to do another post today.

Below are some of my favourites from a shop named "Ancor" http://www.rakuten.co.jp/casho/. For those who are eager to buy (like me!), this shop does provide international shipping. Woohoo!

Not sure how to shop? The shopping step-by-step guide in English can be found here. If you bought anything, do share with me! =)

wordless Tuesday

2009-07-14T19:14:00.002+08:00

Amazing Craftopolis

2009-07-12T17:31:00.012+08:00

Heard of Craftopolis? It is a site which allows Etsy online shop owners to see if they have been featured in any treasury or gift guide. It also allows users to know the remaining time to the opening of Etsy treasuries.

Just found out that Craftopolis has a new feature and.... it is COOL! Now Etsy shop owners (like you and me ^_^) can know the number of "followers" we have for our shop and the individual items listed in our shop. Just by a click or two. Amazing!

Here are screen captures of the new feature:-

1) "Followers" of the shop -
Tells you how many "hearted" your shop for the particular month and date. Wow!!

Zoom in for better view.

2) Etsy users who "hearted" the item listed in your shop -
Again, it tells you how many "hearted" the item for the month and date. Also, you can tell how many in total love your item when you hover your mouse over to the item.

Zoom in for better view.

Etsy shop owners, go try the new stuff now! Really cool! **woohoo!!!

Orangetreeblogshop - First sale!

2009-07-10T21:18:00.006+08:00

Orangetreeblogshop is having a sale from now till 25 Jul 09. All items at 10% discount~! This is my first sale. Please give me your support. ^_^

Layaway is available for items from USD80 (per item). Click here to go to my blogshop!

New items are also discounted. Some newly added items are as follow:-

Orangetree First Proper Poster

2009-07-06T18:07:00.005+08:00

I am so proud of myself. Finally made my very first poster for my blogshop. Will be putting it up on the blogshop in a couple of days' time. Please let me know what you think. ^_^

Thanks for sharing my happiness!!!

Love my loot!!!

2009-07-03T21:38:00.010+08:00

Perhaps it is every beader's dream to own a proper tool set. Not only would they make the jewelry making process easier, they also enhance the overall experience (well, professional tools make me feel like a professional too, though I am far from one **LOL**). So I bought my very first professional BeadSmith tool set today... with hubby's money. *evil grin* I am so in love with them! 8 tools packed nicely in a blue pouch. Chain nose pliers, bent chain nose pliers, flat nose pliers...etc etc... wow! Can't wait to use them.

Also managed to get my hands on LOTS of Japanese clay and ceramic flowers. These are sooooo pretty, I am very tempted to buy the entire supply from the shop. These flower beads are made in Japan. They are rare and only few are available here. I grab alot whenever they are in stock. In the end, I spent close to $150 for the tool set and supplies. My miserable effort in saving money indeed. =P

Have a GREAT weekend. **lots of hugs** Thanks for dropping by! Sok Fung - thanks for being such a supporter. **heart**

My new loot + shop update

2009-06-27T18:22:00.005+08:00

2 new things to share with everyone. Both in pink!

Call me kiddish, I bought a Little Twin Star key chain yesterday. It's really sweet - with a pink bow, the trademark angel couple, several pretty plastic smiley stars and lots of tiny gold stars. I hang it on my bag, the size is perfect!

I also bought a large jewelry box. Decided to use them to hold my bead supplies. The box looks pretty but the quality is not that great as compared to another one I bought from Hallmark. Nevertheless, it will serve me well to hold the stones, beads and findings... not forgeting my tools.

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Store update - Blue Petals Earrings listed in my etsy and blogshop. At a very affordable price. ^_^ Do visit often for more new items.

Thanks for dropping by!

Counting down to unemployment

2009-06-23T23:17:00.005+08:00

Only about 9 days more to go before I sack myself officially from my full-time job. This is the right choice. I struggled alot before deciding to resign. It is never easy to be different from many others - being out of job voluntarily while others feel the need to have one since the job market is bad now. For those of you, my friends, who are currently enjoying your work, you are blessed. It is a mistake that I resigned from a job I love almost 2 years ago. I seriously wonder if I would ever be so lucky again.

If you are like me, going to be unemployed soon and trying to make sense what actually happened... let's be strong. Let's try to be positive. Most importantly, let's be grateful for the good things we still have in life. **hugs**

Store update ... and what I just ordered from Rakuten

2009-06-09T13:28:00.005+08:00

Store update - "I Love Ribbons" earrings

Made of lovely pastel bluish green chalcedony gemstone beads, with 16K Gold Plate over Brass Ribbon Detailed hoops and swarovski crystals. Very sweet and elegant! Now available in my etsy store and blogshop. Please do check this babe out!

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After window-shopping at Rakuten for several months, I decided to give it a try -- by ordering a bag from one of the participating shops that could ship items overseas. I bought a blue leather bag from a shop named Yamamoto. It is a really simple but functional bag. I just love the blue colour! I'm still waiting for the seller to get back to me on the shipping charges. Hopefully the entire transaction would be smooth.

Store update

2009-06-07T15:21:00.003+08:00

"Little Gem of Love" - now available at both my blogshop and my etsy online store.

Want something petite and lovely that you can wear everyday? "Little Gem of Love" Necklace is made with this thought in mind.

Packed with lots of treasures - citrine, peridots, argonites, seed beads and a darling Japanese yellow clay flower. ^_^

Mieu

2009-06-02T21:59:00.004+08:00

I rarely blog about my struggles. I aim to share the beautiful, happy things in my life and the sweet, touching encounters I came across. I wanted my blog to be a place where readers can enjoy, relax and join me in appreciating these beauties (dare I say that would include my jewelry pieces? At least, those are beauties in my eyes.)

Today is different. I want to share my fears and struggles. In a short 1.5 yrs, I have switched 3 jobs. 2 were because there were financial problems with the companies. Tomorrow, I will resign from my 3rd job. This current one was and still is a struggle. I can't write as well as what the bosses want... As a result, I struggled every time I need to write a submission to them, and my job requires me to write write write every day, almost every minute. This is a total nightmare. Frankly, I don't understand why the department is structured this way, why things are done in this manner. No need to ask anyone, the system doesn't allow such questions anyway.

In my sadness, I drew "Mieu" during lunchtime today. This is how I feel now.

3 jobs in such a short time, interviewers asked me why. So did my friends. "Again?" they asked. Please don't say that to your friends if you ever come to know their career is not as smooth. "Again" is not an encouraging word, though it is a normal reaction.

I guess I have vented enough. Apologies this entry is not as happy as the past. Please give a little encouragement to me if you are being prompted in your heart. Thanks...

My New Juicy Couture Watch

2009-05-18T20:35:00.004+08:00

I'm pretty sure I'm too old to own any Juicy Coutures. But this lovely watch was on my wishlist for more than a year. It was on sale yesterday at Robinson Centrepoint, I was so happy that I bought it without much consideration. I was impressed with the box, beautifully designed in pink and brown colours.

Here are some pics. =)

The watch has a mother-of-pearl face, with lovely silver patterned hour and minute hands. I like the trendy charms attached to the leather strap. Yummy Juicy Couture watch... I guess I have not grown up yet! ^_^

Beautiful Posy, a Pincushion Faerie - Giveaway

2009-05-09T10:47:00.002+08:00

To celebrate her 25th year of bear making, Ginger is giving away a lovely adorable sweet Bear Faerie, Posy! I love the design of the bear, she is so unique - with wings and ribbon skirt.

To find out how you can participate in this Giveaway, click here to the blog post. I'm so glad I found her blog, Ginger's work is so pretty and she has an online shop!

Wordless Wednesday

2009-04-29T20:50:00.004+08:00

Touching and inspirational... and more stuff from Rakuten

2009-04-25T12:22:00.007+08:00

You might have seen this performance by Susan Boyle from "Britain got talent". If not, here is the video and link. Very touching and inspirational. Brought tears to my eyes. My heart was warmed by her lovely voice. Amazing! Check it out! =)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wnmbJzH93NU

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More beautiful eye candies from Rakuten Japan website. Many shops now offer international shipping. If you don't understand Japanese, fret not. The website translates the Japanese descriptions to a language of your choice. E.g. English and Korean. I'm very tempted to get these for myself. =)

1) White gold diamond pendant

2) Diamond and Pink Sapphire Gold (Pink/White) Stackable Rings

3) Ruby Diamond Pink Gold Pendant

4) Ruby Diamond Ring

My anniversary present part 2

2009-04-10T17:11:00.003+08:00

Hubby got me another anniversary present. It's a solitaire 0.707ct, H colour, VVS2, ideal cut diamond ring from Soo Kee (a local jewelry boutique in Singapore). This ring means alot to me, thank you DH, for being so sweet! I'm very touched. =)

There's no sun, it's a cloudy rainy day now. Hopefully I'd be able to get a good shot when it is sunny again tomorrow. (11 Apr 09 - edited to add a new photo hubby took of the ring this morning. =) )

Store update

2009-04-03T22:15:00.003+08:00

~~ * Fairy Love - Floral Filigree Necklace * ~~

Inspired by the beautiful gemstone beads and Japanese clay flowers.

I weaved lots of treasures on 3 pieces of metal filigrees - Japanese glass cabochon (this is a rare gem I found at my local bead store), Japanese clay pink flowers, crystal bicones, ruby teardrops and seed beads. I also added sparkly pink quartz, glass faceted beads and crystals for the rest of the necklace. Realised copper and gold make a perfect couple. ^_^

~~* Berry Nice Earrings *~~

Dainty pair of gemstone earrings. They remind me of sweet juicy berries in the fields. Made of sparkly pink quartz, crystal bicones and elegant silver bead caps.

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Check them out at my etsy store and blogshop. Thank you!

Check these lovely babes out - Rings rings rings!

2009-03-27T21:52:00.003+08:00

These are some of my favourites from etsy. Unique pretty pieces, are you drooling yet? =)

1) Flying Blue Skies Ring - from Sudlow's etsy shop

I love the little bird on the ring. Very nicely done. Creative design.

2) Cocktail Prasiolite Ring - from Jason Cairns etsy shop

The ring setting is beautiful and the stone is special - smooth and clear!

3) Doing The Impossible - Modern Blue Rose Sapphire Ring with Square Sterling Silver Band - from Jetflair etsy shop

Nicely crafted ring with sapphire! It is rare to find handmade sapphire rings on etsy and at such attractive price!

"Miss Me" Gemstone Bangle and store update

2009-03-22T17:47:00.006+08:00

There are a couple of new pieces I've listed at my etsy store and blogshop over the weekend. You are warmly invited to drop by and take a peek! =)

Besides "Petite" Earrings, I have also made "Miss Me" Bangle. Made of fine blue gray micro faceted quartz, cornflower quartz, swarovski crystal bicones and durable 14k gold-plated tubes.

I love the blue gray quartz and cornflower quartz gemstones used in this bangle. They sparkle and their colours are beautiful! The tubes are durable 14k gold plated so you don't have to worry that the color would fade quickly. This bangle is truly a classic piece. I'm thinking to make more in different colours. =)

There are 2 new crystal cabochons on my etsy site - raspberry oval and wine rectangle. You'll love the colours!

"Petite" Gemstone earrings

2009-03-21T23:16:00.002+08:00

Now in store - Orangetree etsy shop

Made of pink quartz, flower crystal and gold-filled spacer. =)

And I took a pic of the new earrings with my lovely anniversary ring.

New babe! Sapphire diamond ring

2009-03-14T23:44:00.003+08:00

I got myself a sapphire ring. Oh yes, my wallet is very unhappy about my purchase... but hey, this ring is beautiful. =)

Lovely Cartier Watches

2009-03-13T23:52:00.005+08:00

Anyone a fan of cartier? I know many ladies love the Tank. But for me, I prefer these models - Santos and Bleu. Which one is your favourite? I'm thinking of saving up to get a Bleu, perhaps without diamonds so I can wear to work everyday. ^_^

Orangetree Lux Bracelet

2009-03-08T10:20:00.004+08:00

I love gemstone bracelets but I can't afford them (and I can't decide which one I love the most too). So I decided I could make my own. Spent several weeks hunting over the internet for the correct stones - the right colour, shape and price.

Finally had the chance to assemble them together last week. Presenting my very own Orangetree Lux Bracelet!

2009-02-25T19:57:00.002+08:00

Just encountered today.

A cheque signed in pencil, issued by a company.

Very amusing...

My anniversary present ^_^

2009-02-22T11:08:00.002+08:00

Sharing my happiness....

My new collection - Fortune Cat!

2009-02-07T12:08:00.004+08:00

Bought a cute Fortune Cat yesterday... she will come with me to office and keep me company while I work. :) **YIPPIE**

There are alot of details on this lovely cat - she is holding a fortune hammer and there are 5 small cats on her. Each of these small cats is unique but all of them equally CUTE!

Forgot to thank my DH for buying this sweetie for me~~~! =)

New items update

2009-01-31T13:31:00.002+08:00

New items are now available at both my Etsy shop and my Blogshop.

1) Garden Fiesta Bracelet

Feels like wearing a garland of flowers round your wrist! =) I love this piece!

This lovely bracelet is made with lots of love - Japanese glass cabochon, rose clays, crystals and seed beads woven onto a metal filigree. The back is covered by another filigree so your skin will not be pricked by the string ends. I added crystal rounds, pink opals and more seed beads for the rest of the bracelet.

Measures about 7 inches long and can be further extended.

2) Golden Circles Earrings

Happy pair of earrings! =) With pearls and sweet sparkly crystals. Let this pair of cheery earrings accompany you in your girls' night out or shopping.

Measures about 1.8 inches from end to end.

Stores Update

2009-01-18T17:29:00.003+08:00

Yet another week has passed. I have a new listing on my Etsy shop and Blog shop. This pair of earrings is called "Flowers for Me". Please drop by to take a look, there are clearer photos posted there! =)

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On a separate note, I want to post about my new found love - anime figurine. Take a look at the picture below. Cool Nasca, artwork by the famous Shunya Yamashita. This is a 1/6 PVC figurine by Lilacs Art Storm Co., Ltd. Most probably you can't find it anywhere now except on eBay. She is limited in availability - too popular!

Photo taken from Nekomagic.com

Favourites from Rakuten!

2009-01-10T21:04:00.008+08:00

Part 2 of my Rakuten wishlist. Do you know that you can buy items from this website even though you are located overseas? This is possible as long as the shop which you are ordering from provides international shipping. ^_^ And they accept credit cards from VISA and Mastercard now.

Here are my items on the wishlist!! Just realised they are mostly purple gemstones.

1) Tourmaline Pink Gold Ring

2) Amethyst with Diamond Pink Gold Ring

3) Another Amethyst with Diamond Pink Gold Ring

4) "Expressions" - Amethyst with Diamond Pink Gold Ring

5) Another "Expressions" Ring - Not sure what the stone is though

Want to see more? Hope over to their site. =)

Shop update! =)

2009-01-10T13:20:00.001+08:00

New item update! Now available in both my blopshop and etsy shop.

"Love Me Please" bracelet - Made of Japanese ceramic rose, rock crystal quartz nuggets, labradorite rondelles, czech beads and seed beads. Notice how the czech beads on the focal bring out the pattern of the silver filigree below. Very precious indeed! Cost - USD$33.

My 2nd Figurine!

2009-01-02T12:31:00.007+08:00

I bought my second figurine yesterday. ^_^ Beat Blades Haruka: Takamori Haruka is a 1/8 PVC figure. This babe costs SGD95, she was the last set on the shelf. I'm glad I got her. She's a real beauty!

Check out this blog "Shin-Otaku". Lots of updates on figurines, anime, JPop etc. He bought Takamori Haruka too and his photos are beautiful!! I have posted one of his photos below for your viewing pleasure.

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Store update (1 Jan 09) - I made one ring yesterday "My Little Garden". This is a fully adjustable ring. It is now available on my etsy. I have also included a photo of my rings placed side by side. Lovely view, isn't it? =)