Earrings for {face time}

If you are anything like me, you are doing more zoom and video calls.  I'm doing crafting zooms, videos for school, bible study zooms, etc.  Since we are pretty much staying at home there's no need to get all fancied up...lol!  But it's nice to look pulled together when we have to "face" people.

These three items are my go to when I need to look put together...fun earrings, mascara and lip gloss! 

Mascara - Benefit Rollerlash 

Lip Gloss - NYX Butter Gloss

Earrings - June&Jo Leather Earrings

If you need some earrings to help you feel better or look good for a zoom, I can help with that!  Check out my June&Jo Leather Earrings Facebook page.  

Handmade Leather Earrings

Do you love the look of big statement earrings but don't want the weight of them pulling on your ears?  That was totally me about a year ago.  I love wearing earrings to accessorize my outfits but hated that larger ones were heavy, hurt my ears or even made them red and irritated.  I saw some leather earrings online and heard they were so lightweight.  I entered a giveaway and won a pair.  I was instantly in love with them!  I ordered another pair and then decided I wanted to try and make my own.  I had made jewelry before and had most of the tools I needed already on hand.  All I really needed was some leather and patterns.

After I had made several pairs, some friends expressed interest in them as well.  So I began selling them locally, but do ship for a small fee. A friend of mine hadn't worn earrings in years because of how they hurt her ears.  But when she saw these, she tried them and LOVED how they made a statement without being heavy or hurting.  All the hooks I use on my earrings are nickel free.  I have sensitive ears and I hear that from many friends too.  So I always make sure they are labeled as such.

There are so many fun patterns and colors of leather available.  I try to get what I can locally as to keep costs low.  My main goal was to make them super affordable!  It has become quite the fun hobby!  I cut all the leather by hand and assemble the earrings myself.  I often work with friends to create patterns or sizes they are interested in.

I have several friends who are oil users.  Guess what?!  These can be used as oil diffuser earrings!  You just put a drop on the back of the leather earring and wear your oils while looking cute!    

They also make great gifts for your family members, teachers or other earring lovers in your life!  I have them available in several different shapes and sizes.  My daughter is 11 and wears earrings occasionally.  When she expressed interest in wearing some, I created the small size with her in mind.  It has quickly become one of my most popular sizes!  If you are interested in seeing what I have available, check out my Facebook page June&Jo Leather Earrings.  

Jewelry find...

Have you been to Hobby Lobby lately?!  They have got some great jewelry on the cheap!   The brand is Iron Lily Studio.  I'm not sure how long this line has been around but it is a fairly new find for me.  At my store they are located near the checkout lanes. 

They have rings, earrings, bracelets, necklaces and hair accessories!  It looked like the prices begin at $1.99 and go up from there.  Most of what I was looking at was in the $3-$5 range.

They have a good variety of styles and colors to choose from.  I was most impressed with the earring selection!  

I thought these initial necklaces were super cute and would make a fun girl gift...only $4.99.

Of course you know I loved this little owl necklace!  I couldn't believe the price...only $2.99 and it comes on a 24 inch chain.  The necklace options came in several different lengths.

These are what came home with me...for now anyway!  ;)  I was looking for a pair of orange earrings and these are perfect.  Plus you can't beat the price.  I used a 40% off coupon and only paid $1.94 with tax!  Score!!! 

If you are a frequent Hobby Lobby shopper and have a smart phone, download the app (iphone or android) and you will always have a coupon with you.  If you prefer to print your coupon, they are available on their website. 

Where is your favorite place to score awesome jewelry deals?!

{pinterest} pearls...

So I saw this necklace that a friend had pinned using Pinterest....

I thought it was super cute and knew I had some pearls waiting to be repurposed into something wonderful! ;) So I dug in my jewelry box and found a short necklace with a broken clasp and 2 bracelets.
After unstringing the beads from their previous homes {hehe}, I divided them evenly and restrung them into 3 strands. These got attached to some jump rings and then ribbon was tied on to finish the necklace off. I chose the grey and white ribbon because I thought it would go with more things. It turned out pretty darn great, if I do say so myself!

If you haven't checked out Pinterest yet you need too!....It is so much fun! :D {If you need an invite to join let me know!}