Thanks for coming to the OP Arts and Farmers Market!

I just wanted to give a quick shout out to all of those who came out today. I appreciate and enjoy everyone who stops by my booth - of course I don't mind purchases either lol, but purchases are optional. I love all the compliments and comments, and meeting new Cara's Creations fans.

I cherish repeat customers especially. A gentleman had driven all the way from Lake Asbury to get my card again and to see if the necklace his wife liked was still available. He had bought her the Emerald Kumihimo necklace previously, but she also liked the Cobalt Blue one as well and he wanted to buy it too. Unfortunately, it had been sold a ways back but luckily I can make her another one. She's also considering having me design and create the necklaces for her daughter's wedding, so I'm excited.

I've included a few of the newest items still available. I will also upload them in the galleries located on the right hand side of my blog web page, if they're not already in there. For those of you reading this in mobile view and for my subscribers, you will need to click on the link to my online blog website, or the link at the bottom to 'view web version' at the bottom of the page. Just email me at caras.creations@yahoo.com with your order, requests, or comments.

Weather turned out beautiful and crowds were a plenty. Thanks again for visiting my Cara's Creations booth, and enjoy the rest of your weekend!

Last and final Arts/Farmers Market in Orange Park

Hi all you lovely ladies and gents out there!  Just a quick update to let you know this Sunday, April 28th, will be the last and final Arts/Farmers Market in Orange Park.  Perfect time to pickup a thoughtful Mother's Day gift! Hoping the weather will hold up, and the rain will be nice and wait until the week lol.  I will be bringing the below and more, unless of course they sell before hand.  :)

Turquoise Pave Tube Necklace and Crystals - $27

 



Orange Pave Tube and Crystals Necklace - $25





Pearls and Crystals on Copper Necklace - $22





Black and Silver Double layer Cross Bracelet with Black Pearls - $10
**These are all sold out, however, I will be taking orders.**



Black Oblong and White Pearls Necklace - $17




White Matte Pearl Tier Necklace - $18




Turquoise Faceted Agate Necklace - $20



 

Orange Park Arts & Farmers Market - March 10, 2013

Okay, okay... I know it's officially called the Farmers' and Arts Market. But pleading my case, there are usually fewer than 20 farmers but between 70-100 artists/crafters. Since I'm one of the artists/designers/crafters, it sounds a little fairer with my title.  :)

So without further ado, come see Cara's Creations at the Orange Park Arts' and Farmers' Market Sunday, March 10th. We'll all be there from 11am - 4pm and it's supposed to be great weather - 70's and sunny, ahh Florida..  Perfect for walking around and checking out all or some of the 91 art/craft and food vendors. Local produce will also be on-hand, so you can even get some grocery shopping done while you're there. You could tell the hubby you went grocery shopping, and do a little 'you' shopping or Mother's Day shopping, because you got the onions, lettuce and tomatoes you needed - he he.

One of my favorite vendors, Judy with Love to Knit will also be there and in the tent next to me. She is so creative, inventive and talented with her knitted scarves, hats, shawls etc. But what I also really like about this market is the variety of the vendors. There are no more than 3 of the same kind of vendors. So you won't see all pottery, or all paintings, or even all jewelry for that matter. It's a good mix which makes it really different and fun, I always look forward to finding a talent or craft I might not have seen before.

We'll all be on the corner of Kingsley and US-17, at the Town Center, hope to see you there!

Love To Knit from Judy

Great Turnout at Orange Park Farmer's and Art's Market this past weekend 2/10!

I had such a great time with all the people who came out this past weekend! Met some new customer's, saw some old ones, and said hi to many new browsers. Just wanted to say thanks to all of those who stopped by and looked at many of my sparkly jewelry goodies, and say a special thanks to those who even bought an item or two. 

I had mentioned on my Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/pages/Caras-Creations/108729152547776 about a charming couple that really made my day. The wife just loved the Sky Blue and White Necklace which she decided to purchase, but then spied the Twirling Flowers Bracelet. She tried it on too, and absolutely loved it. Her hubby, being the wonderful romantic husband that he is, offered to buy it for her. At first she declined his offer, but he persisted and offered it as a Valentine's Day gift. You should have seen the look in her eyes - they just completely lit up with love and joy! She kept the bracelet on, turned to him, and said, 'this is the best Valentine's Day gift you've ever given me'. Then she leaned over and gave him a big hug and kiss. Awwwww!!! Right?  Reminded me of one of those Zales commercials with the open heart necklace LOL!!

Well you know results and experiences can vary, but you too can have this happen when purchasing a Cara's Creations jewelry piece. I receive so many compliments on my jewelry, and get great feedback from customer's who have purchased a Cara's Creations - they say they get a lot of attention, compliments, and get asked where they bought it whenever they where it. I'm usually a pretty humble person, but every now and then I like to toot my own horn lol!  It makes me feel like all my hard work, dedication, bead obsessions, and taking over the front room for my Bead studio, have been appreciated and are worth it. It's the little things that make you feel good and touch your heart sometimes, and sometimes you have to take the time and smell the roses. Moments like these are like a gift of roses from my clients.  :)

I really also appreciate all the comments and likes on my Facebook page, on this blog, even the views of the pictures because it makes me feel like it's all so worth it. Quality unique piece of jewelry from Cara's Creations - competitive prices $15-$40. Shipping or gas to get to one of my craft shows - $3-$5. 
*The smiles on my customers' faces, in knowing they have a new fabulous sparkly from Cara's Creations that is unique and matches or will match their wardrobe - priceless. Now what commercial does that remind you of lol. But it's true.  :)

Here's a few pics of my booth this past Sunday. It was taken towards the end of the day, in case you happened to notice that my booth looks a little on the barren side. You can see what I had listed on my blog that has been sold in my SOLD ITEMS Album here, or if you just want to check out some of the items I've sold -  https://picasaweb.google.com/107300574423774597919/SoldGallery?authuser=0&feat=directlink#   Many times I can re-create some of the pieces or change them up a bit.

Romance is in the air..

Love is in there air. TV shows, movies, and even TV commercials all have us thinking about showing our special Valentine that we love or think they are special. And just in time for Valentine's Day, I wanted to feature a few new kumihimo designs I've made with tender, loving care. I love the idea of taking two separate totally different pieces - both wonderful as stand-alone parts themselves - and matching them together in perfect harmony that somehow manages to elevate and accentuate their differences, and make them really pop. You've heard it before, opposites attract, and the opposite colors, textures and shapes brought together really attracted my attention in these lovely pieces.

Romantic pink Rhodonite rounds, spotted pink jasper, mixed with gun metal blocks and rose blush chinese crystal rondelles are the perfect contrasts of hard and soft. Enjoy the edgier straight lines and dark rich colors of the gun metal glass blocks brought together with the roundness and soft colors of the blush pink rhodonite and natural semi-precious stones joined together in the ancient Japanese Kumihimo weave really accentuate and bring out the differences of the two opposites.
Necklace measures 19"-21"

Romantic Rhodonite and Gun Metal Kumihimo Necklace - $35

To purchase the Romantic Rhodonite and Gun Metal Kumihimo Necklace, you can click on the link below for my Etsy shop, 2CarasCreations -
https://www.etsy.com/listing/121923009/romantic-rhodonite-and-gun-metal-blocks
You can also find more pics in the $20 and Up Gallery here - https://picasaweb.google.com/107300574423774597919/20AndUpBin?authuser=0&feat=embedwebsite#

Next up, we have the lovely Pink Stone, Rose Quartz and Gun Metal Blocks Kumihimo Bracelet. Soft pink and gun metal colors come together as opposites in this feminine yet edgy kumihimo bracelet. Eight strands of light pink stone, rose quartz, and gun metal blocks are hand woven in a gradual spiral pattern in the japanese kumihimo style, with a few hints of bright pink and shiny silver for added bling and variety. Either for youself or as a gift, this bracelet will totally rock any pink, grey, black, and even white outfit.

Adustable size fits wrists from 6"-8".



Pink Stone, Rose Quartz and Gun Metal Blocks Kumihimo Bracelet - $30

To purchase the Romantic Rhodonite and Gun Metal Kumihimo Necklace, you can click on the link below for my Etsy shop, 2CarasCreations - https://www.etsy.com/listing/121149050/pink-stone-and-gun-metal-blocks-kumihimo.     You can also see it in the $20 and Up Gallery here - https://picasaweb.google.com/107300574423774597919/20AndUpBin?authuser=0&feat=embedwebsite#

Finally, let's look at the Black and White Blocks Kumihimo Bracelet.  Time honored traditional colors of beatiful black and white glass blocks hand woven in the Japanese Kumihimo style create a beautiful color contrast. Modernized design using glass blocks will look great with a variety of outfit styles and colors.

To purchase the Black and White Blocks Kumihimo Bracelet, you can click on the link below for my Etsy shop, 2CarasCreations - https://www.etsy.com/listing/121343736/black-and-white-blocks-kumihimo-bracelet?ref=v1_other_1

You can also see it in the $20 and Up Gallery here - https://picasaweb.google.com/107300574423774597919/20AndUpBin?authuser=0&feat=embedwebsite#

Rockin' Rainbow Faceted Agate Tube Necklace

Next up, I wanted to show you this great necklace I just finished up.

Lovers of stone, agate or smooth silver lines will love and appreciate this gorgeous agate tube necklace. 14mm faceted rounds, colorfully arranged in powder blue, aventurine green, deep purple, warm yellow and fuschia, sit nestled between mixed colored chinese crystals and sleek silver-plated tubes. The mix and play of agate colors makes this necklace a versatile piece to wear with many of your outfits.

Necklace can be adjusted from 18 1/2" - 23 1/2".

Rockin' Rainbow Faceted Agate Tube Necklace - $28    *UPDATE - SOLD*

Happy New Year all from Cara's Creations!

I sure hope everyone had a safe and Happy New Year! Can't hardly believe it's a new year already. Where did the last year go?

For this new year, I wanted to showcase a couple new items that will be up in the Bayard Cafe, as well as on this blog. The staff are so friendly there, will be glad to show you the jewelry items on display, and did I mention the food...?  Delish! My favorites are their breakfast dishes-yummo! And love love their home fries! You gotta try them if you're in the area or want to try a new breakfast/brunch/lunch place.

First up, I want to show you the deep red and polished copper on this Red and Copper T-Style Necklace. Large sumptuous red glass beads and crystal rondelles. And really cool looking copper wrapped around red glass spheres. Going down the middle, there is a unique looking hollow sphere made up of clear, white and rusty red rondelles, a metal copper embellished bead and crystal rondelles to finish it up. Lobster clasp makes it adjustable from 18" up to 20" around the neck-line, the bottom of the 'T' hangs down the chest from 22"-24".

Red and Copper T-Style Necklace - $28

Next, I wanted to show you the deep purples and sparkly crystals of this upcoming necklace. It is a slightly different version of the Purple Pearls with Chinese Teardrop Crystals Necklace, as this one makes an elegant bold and dramatic look with the Chinese Teardrop Crystals all in the front.

Purple Pearls with Front Chinese Teardrop Crystals Necklace - $35   **UPDATE - This necklace has been SOLD**

Red and Copper T-Style Necklace

Necklace - $28

Purple Pearls & Chinese Teardrops Necklace - **SOLD**

Necklace - $35