busy being fabulous!
and
will be there!
3rd Annual Busy Being Fabulous… for the Stollery
| This ladies night out fund raiser for the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation is bound to be spectacular!The evening will be full of fashion, shopping, cocktails, appetizers, manicures… and so much more! And Peacock & Lime is so excited to be a part of the festivities, with 30% of sales made that evening being donated to the Stollery. |
Ticket proceeds from this event will assist the many children and their families that need the help of the Stollery Children’s Hospital throughout the year.
Looking forward to seeing you … Busy Being Fabulous!
event details:
Saturday, June 2, 2012 @ 7:00 P.M.
At Matrix Hotel, 10640 100 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta
Registration is now open, for tickets, visit the official website
Birthstone of the Month – May
For those born in the month of May … Emerald is the official birthstone.
the story behind emerald …
“This mesmerizing stone’s velvety green color is unmistakable. The rich color is renowned as a color of spring and has long been a symbol of romance, hope and rebirth. As the precious gem associated with the goddess Venus, emerald is also commonly believed to aid in fertility.
The name emerald comes from the Sanskrit word ‘marakata’, which means spring green. Many legends and stories surround this magnificent and powerful stone. The Chaldeans, a kingdom of biblical times, believed emeralds contained Ishtar, their goddess of love and war. In the Middle East, an emerald amulet would often be engraved with a verse from sacred religious texts.
Ancient Egyptians believed the green color of emerald represented fertility and rebirth. They would commonly carve emerald scarabs and place them at the heart of a mummy to make the deceased’s health flourish in the afterlife. Pale green emeralds were once thought by the Romans to be unripe and as they changed to a darker shade of green, they were maturing in potency. Gazing into the cool green color was reported by Pliny, an author and philosopher of ancient Rome, to ease eyestrain. Nero Augustus, a Roman emperor, reportedly watched gladiator games through a large emerald because he found the color to be calming.
In some legends, the Holy Grail used by Christ at the last supper was made from a giant emerald. Later, the emerald grail was used to collect his blood dripping from the cross, imbuing the grail with fantastic and holy powers. In Ireland, March is the month for wearing green emeralds for good luck. ”
(as quoted from FireMountainGems)
While technically not containing emeralds, this vintage~inspired repurposed antique brass necklace sports some lovely emerald green colored glass beads 
3, 2, 1 … it’s showtime!
Today marks the first show of the season!
Getting all packed up and ready to go for the On the Spot Pop Up Craft Sale in Edmonton.
There will be a ton of new goodies, and should be a lot of fun … so if you’re looking for something to do this lovely (snowy!) Saturday … why don’t you join us?! We’d love to have you
For more information, click here
Birthstone of the Month – April
For those born in the month of April … Diamond is the official birthstone.
the story behind diamond …
“Diamonds may be everything from a girl’s best friend or coal that stuck to its job–either way it’s a gemstone with a mystique all its own. As a gemstone, diamond has remained a symbol of stability and dependability in an ever-changing world. Made of carbon, the most common material on the planet, diamond is a stone with a range of colors that is most often valued for its colorlessness. From its use in religious icons in ancient India to the glittering Hope diamond necklace in the Smithsonian, this gemstone has captured the human imagination for millennia.
The word ”diamond” comes from the ancient Greek word ”adamas,” meaning unbreakable, unchangeable or invincible. Diamonds are believed to be used as a gemstone in India for more than 3,000 years–possibly even 6,000 years! Craftsmen in Stone Age China used diamonds to polish ceremonial axes left in graves. These days, while low-quality diamonds are still used in industrial companies for cutting and polishing, the most common and recognized use for the diamond is in jewelry. ”
(as quoted from FireMountainGems)
For those that perhaps would like to find something a little more affordable … rock crystal/quartz has been considered an alternate birthstone for the month of April for quartz was often used as imitation diamonds in jewelry. It is said to provide balance, clarity, and energy.
Quartz can be found in a few Peacock & Lime pieces, including these pretty little lampwork earrings …
Happy St. Patrick’s day
in honour of the day ~ Margery of eMware created this “craic” treasury on Etsy …
“new” vintage
Happy Wednesday!
I’ve been working on so many new items … just trying to find the time to photograph them all!
Here are a few of the new pieces to share – from the vintage~inspired line … earrings, necklaces & paperclips/ book markers
with photographs by krispix photography
and now for something more steampunk-ish … a leather & brass bracelet
and last one for today … a turtle tassel necklace
* see them all soon in the Etsy shop *
Birthstone of the Month – March
For those born in the month of March … Bloodstone and/ or Aquamarine is the official birthstone.
the story behind aquamarine …
“Aquamarine, a splendid blue gemstone whose name originates from the Italian word for seawater, embodies the splendor of the sea. A member of the beryl family, aquamarine is a sister to the rich green emerald. It can be found in a range of pale blue hues and aqua green colors. Legends refer to aquamarine as the treasure of Atlantis [and of mermaids], with the power to keep sailors safe at sea.”
“In addition, aquamarine is also believed to have a soothing influence on relationships, especially in marriage. Its power to ensure a long and happy marriage makes it an excellent stone to give on anniversaries. Traditionally, aquamarine is also the birthstone for March.
There is much lore about the aquamarine stone. For instance, the Romans believed that if a frog were carved onto an aquamarine stone, it would reconcile enemies and make them friends. The Greeks and the Romans revered the aquamarine as a sailor’s stone of protection and it was commonly worn to ensure a safe and prosperous passage across stormy seas. The Sumerians, Egyptians, and Hebrews also admired and valued aquamarine gemstones. To many ancient cultures, it was a symbol of happiness, courage and everlasting youth.
Aquamarine’s powers of revelation were strong during the middle ages. It was common to carve gazing balls for fortune telling or to suspend an aquamarine crystal on a string over a bowl of water in order to divine messages as the stone disturbed the surface or touched letters drawn on the bowl’s rim. ”
(as quoted from FireMountainGems)
image courtesy: GMLjewels.com
a little spice
I just found out today, that one of the karma circle bracelets was featured in this Etsy treasury today … hot stuff!
Mexican Hot Chocolate … chocolately with just a little spice
