Sneak Peek - Reyna Red Bridal

Hi All -

Well I did say I would try to blog more about what I am working on throughout the weeks and so here I go.  That's not to say that you should get used to 2 blog entries in 2 days as a norm...but think of this as an added perk this week.

And look pretty pictures!

What can I say?  I like sparkly things - swing them in front of me and I will focus on them....but that's going off onto another tangent.

Amethyst Moon Necklace

Blue Chalcedony Earrings

Simple Crystal Drop Earrings

Crimson Earrings

Evergreen Necklace

Evergreen Earrings

Meadow Necklace

Pink Champagne Earrings

Tuscany Necklace

I hope you enjoy this sampling of my 2010 Reyna Red Bridal Collection.  Collection is available on Etsy - Reyna Red - Wind Dancer

-Leah :-)

Spring/Summer plans for Reyna Red

Hi all -

Well, I haven't been as diligent with updating this blog as I should be and as a "New Year's Resolution", I will attempt to remedy that. And so I propose the "Weekly Update" - that way I commit to posting at least 1 day a week, hopefully more, but we'll start with that.

So here is what's been happening since the last time I posted. Christmas came and went; spent the holiday in California with my family, boy it was nice to get away from feet of snow and shoveling and revel in the 60F temps for the week. DH met me there, which was a welcome surprise as he is serving our country in the AF, and holidays are not always possible.

New Years' was me and my two fuzzy mascots: Munchkin and Piglet, watching movies and snuggling under a quilt with a roaring fire. One thing about the Midwest that has been hard for this born and raised California girl to get used to is wind chill. Don't like it...going to go out on a limb and say it really sucks.

Um, so now we are at the beginning of Tax season, for which I will reveal the geek in me when I say I LOVE it. I eagerly await January 31st, when I can march into H&R Block and plunk my paperwork down and then 14 days later Uncle Sam sends me a lovely little chunk of change. It's glorious really.

Which brings us to Valentine's Day - for which DH and I are separated again. It's all good - have been concentrating on Reyna's Bridal line - LOTS of new things to look through on my Etsy page - and a lovely Spring Discount Deal as well. http://www.winddancerdesigns.etsy.com

****15% off Sets - mix and match - check out individual listings for details.****

Have been lining up shows for Spring and Summer - here's what I have so far.

February 10 - 14 : Offutt AFB Main BX
March 6 - Benson Boosters Spring Craft Fair
March 11-14 : Offutt AFB Main BX
April 15-17 : Offutt AFB Main BX
May 1 - Northroads Spring Fling
May 26- June 1 - Offutt AFB Main BX

Will update as I know more.

Look for a sneak peek of the new Reyna Red 2010 Bridal collection.

-Leah :-)

New house, new studio, new angst, same old Red...

Hi All:

Ok, so I'm moved into my new house and my new studio....which is yay. Here are some pics of the new place:



Spent a month between Sept. and Oct. doing nonstop shows and now am in the midst of a month-long break. Well, not really a break persay...as I am working frantically on my websites, taking pics of new things, working on new designs and items for Christmas.

I have yet another Fall show this coming weekend - which is also Halloween, and hubby and I spent the better part of yesterday carving truly ambitious pumpkins - of which are pictured below.


Prepping for what looks to be a particularly harsh winter this year, another month of nonstop shows awaits me along with shoveling our massive driveway and corner lot by myself....yikes. Hello, snowblower. I am going to reward all my hard work with a visit home for the Christmas holiday to California.

Let's see, here is a preview of new designs:

Cleopatra Necklace

Amber Crystal Bangle

Harlequin Cloisonne Necklace

Ok, that's all for now folks - gotta get back to it.


-Leah :-)

I swear I haven't dropped off the face of the Earth!

Hi All:

You few, completely awesome people... that read my random thoughts, musings and rants. I know I have neglected you all shamelessly - and should be flogged for it. But, I swear I have missed you terribly and will endeavor to keep more up to date on this.

I haven't been idle in my silence - here is a quick recap of the last couple months:

I moved.
I am still unpacking.
I finally finished my degree.
I am frantically working on new designs and collections for Fall/Winter and have a sampling for you:







As always - any and all feedback is welcome and appreciated.

Toodles,
Leah :-)

Labels, labels, labels....

Hi all:

Yeah, that title may seem to imply that I am obsessed with design labels...which those of you that have actually met me in person know is patently untrue. I like style...no matter if it cost a buck or many many many bucks...haha. Anyway, this week was spent immersing myself in logos, labels, packaging, etc for both Wind Dancer and Reyna Red.

Matt (awesome older brother) helped by finishing the new logo for Wind Dancer so I then could order new earring cards and business cards...but the rest of my packaging I do myself with a little Photoshop and design magic...and a trip to Office Max for Avery labels by the truckload.

I even have wee shopping bags with the logos now...and I managed to create comb cards myself with a little luck, MS Word, my lovely printer and blank index cards. Now I have to price everything for the show....looks like I added another here in Bellevue for June 6-7 but am still confirming that with the organizers.

Oi, back to work...just 2 short weeks to pull this all together.

P.S. I had a brilliant flash of a new designs for upcoming Wind Dancer collection...Amulets for 2009...look for previews hopefully next week

-Leah :-)

New products and new combined logo!

Hi All -
I posted the first round of new products on Etsy - Bridal hair combs! Now these combs are not just for brides, but for anyone that likes pretty sparkly things in their hair. Have just a few up so far - but have a bunch of different styles and sizes coming...so check back for those.

Here's the handy dandy link to the collection: http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5292399&section_id=6125226

Here are a few pics:

Peacock

Cerella

Blushing

Azura

And my brother finally finished up my new logo for Wind Dancer, a little more edge a little less little old lady...hahah, only kidding. Anyway, the ex helped out with the change to my Etsy banner so that is all done. Double sided business cards have been ordered and FedEx is holding my new displays captive again....still trying to figure out how to connect to the internet so I can take credit cards at upcoming shows using my cell phone, think a trip to AT&T is in order.

Anyway...here's the new banner.

And that's it...back to creating! More new stuff tomorrow and throughout the week.

Toodles,

Leah :-)

New designs up and coming...

Hi All:

Busily working on new designs since a couple of shows coming up with my favorite time of year...Wedding season. haha.

Been ordering up a storm - needed new business cards (double sided for both lines), rubber stamps and bags for packaging, new displays because after 4 moves over the years, my old ones are really battered.

Ordered tons of new supplies type stuff: chain, wire, lovely gemstones, etc....had to do something besides homework to keep myself from going stark raving since pretty much flat on my back in pain. Pulled something, not sure what...and have been working on earrings for short bursts throughout the day.

Have posted several new things to Etsy: http://www.winddancerdesigns.etsy.com/

Some are below - check them out.

-Leah :-)