July 25, 2008 at 5:31 pm (Random Thoughts)
Tags: Asheville, conference, Crowder's Mountain, custom orders, Dallas, eWomen Network, hiking, Jewelry, margaritas, Mi Cocina, new designs, summer, tex-mex, Texas, The L.O.F.T.
Yes, I know it’s been quite some time since I’ve written . . . I’m terribly sorry (really, I am). Some days I don’t really know what to write and others I feel like I could go on forever (though I tend to spare you the details ~ you’re welcome, by the way!). While this blog is attached to Painted Beauty (the business), I feel inclined to write about whatever is happening at the moment . . . even if it’s non-business related. So, here’s the skinny on what’s been going on since my last entry . . .
Ranard and I took Pal on a hike at Crowder’s Mountain today. It was great fun and quite a workout. We chose the “strenuous” trail . . . brilliant idea! We hadn’t even walked 0.3 miles before I was huffing and puffing!!!! Thank goodness for the boulders strategically placed along the trail . . . a rest was required along the way. Pal was a trooper and forged ahead without any coaxing. Perhaps mom and dad need some more cardiovascular conditioning!!!! The view from the top was absolutely gorgeous . . . well worth the rubbery legs and gasping (I assure you).
I traveled to Dallas, Texas for the eWomen Network International Conference & Business Expo. The conference featured distinguished speakers from all over the country and provided business owners with a variety of workshops to attend. It was fabulous to meet women from not only the U.S., but from Canada and Australia as well. Dallas is a great city . . . definitely a mix of old and new (think Buffalo meets Charlotte). We had so much fun seeing the sites and enjoying delicious food (seafood, tex-mex, and . . . OH MY GOSH, the BEST mango margaritas I have ever tasted in my entire life!!!!!). Seriously, if you’re ever in the West Village of Dallas, you have to visit Mi Cocina for wonderfullly delicious mexican food and margaritas.
As for the jewelry, well, let’s see . . . The L.O.F.T. of Asheville (www.loftofasheville.com) now carries Painted Beauty Jewelry (yay!!!). In addition, I’ve been keeping busy working on custom orders and creating new designs for the upcoming season . . . I must say, I am really excited about what I’ve put together so far. I can’t wait to share everything with you! On that note, I must get going. I have more to create and I’m certainly not working on jewelry if I’m sitting here typing!
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June 26, 2008 at 4:38 pm (Television)
Tags: Amelia Keith, Janice Dickinson Modeling Agency, Jewelry, model, necklace, premiere, Television, vintage crystal
Painted Beauty Jewelry is going to be seen on t.v.!!!
The lovely and talented Amelia Keith (shown here modeling the Samantha necklace) just informed me that she and a Painted Beauty vintage crystal necklace will be seen on t.v. ~ DOUBLE WOO-HOO!!!!!!!!!
Catch Amelia and one of my vintage creations in the Season Four premiere of the
Janice Dickinson Modeling Agency, scheduled to air in August.
Stay tuned for more details . . . this is definitely a MUST SEE!
*Thank you, Mia, for not only being a beautiful model, but a beautiful person. You’re fabulous inside and out. All the best to you today and always.*
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June 21, 2008 at 7:51 am (Press)
Tags: Jewelry, Painted Beauty Jewelry, beaded, Scoutie Girl, featured items, indie designers, Press
That’s right . . . you heard me correctly!
Painted Beauty Jewelry is being featured in the
Friday Scout Out and I’m beyond excited!
For more details, go to:
http://www.scoutiegirl.com
HAPPY FRIDAY!
Have a FABULOUS weekend!
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June 20, 2008 at 1:56 pm (Shows & Events)
Tags: discounts, gift certificates, home party, hostess rewards, Jewelry, Painted Beauty Jewelry, Yuvan MedSpa
An evening with your girlfriends . . .
Drinks, Snacks, Laughter, Fun, and . . .
JEWELRY!
In a laid back setting, I will share my personal selection of timeless, trendy, and eclectic pieces of fine jewelry, and offer you and guests an opportunity to feel radiantly beautiful.
Hostess Rewards:
- As the hostess of a party, you will receive a 25% discount on any of the items you purchase on the day or week of your party.
- In addition, you will receive a commission check for 10% of the total sales from your home party.
- If any of your guests book a home party with Painted Beauty Jewelry as a result of your home party, they will receive a $10 gift certificate. Likewise, you will receive an additional $10 gift certificate for each party date booked by your guests.
- As an extra bonus, you will receive first dibs on all items Painted Beauty Jewelry brings to your party and you may set these items aside for yourself before anyone even rings your doorbell! Later, you may purchase the items using your discount.
- AS IF IT COULD GET ANY BETTER . . . when you purchase $100 or more in jewelry, you will be rewarded with a $50 gift certificate to Yuvan MedSpa! IT’S THAT SIMPLE! Visit www.yuvanmedspa.com today to learn more about the cutting-edge, non-invasive cosmetic skincare treatments that you will be able to enjoy!
Interested in having a home party?
Contact me today!
Call 704.293.5343 or send an e-mail to Leigh@paintedbeauty.com.
I can’t wait to hear from you!
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June 19, 2008 at 9:20 am (Random Thoughts)
Tags: believe, confidence, dreams, inspiration
Believe in your dreams and they may come true . . .
BELIEVE IN YOURSELF AND THEY WILL COME TRUE!
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June 18, 2008 at 10:33 am (Jewelry Styles)
Tags: anniversary, brooch, custom, design, flower, marriage, one-of-a-kind, present
ALWAYS
May you always be warmed by
each other’s smile,
Always take time to walk
and talk awhile,
Always know deep down you’re
each other’s best friend,
And enjoy the kind of love that
grows and knows no end.
Recently, I was contacted by a dear friend of the family. She and her husband are celebrating their 65th wedding anniversary on June 26th and she asked me to create a brooch (it’s always been her signature accessory) . . . “It will be my anniversary present from Bill to me,” she explained.
Ladies, isn’t that wonderful?!?! By the time you reach 65 years of marriage, you no longer have to wait and see if your husband will remember your special day . . . you will no longer have to wonder whether or not he got you something to show you how much he still cares . . . WHY? you may be asking yourself? After that many years together I suppose you just take matters into your own hands!!!! It’s a fabulous concept, isn’t it?!?!
Only 60 more years of marriage to go . . .
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June 17, 2008 at 5:03 pm (Random Thoughts)
Tags: dinner, functionality, Greek, moussaka, recipe, website
Thanks to the help of my web developer (who is oh so tech savvy), the shopping cart system is now in working order. I have tested it myself and it appears to be working properly on my end; however, please let me know if you notice anything silly going on with any aspect of my website (check-out system or otherwise). It is extremely important to me to have the website functioning smoothly. Your help is always appreciated!
In the meantime, I am off to make Moussaka for dinner (it’s a Greek dish). Traditionally it’s made with lamb, but of course there will be none of that in the Brown household!!! So, I’ll be substituting lentils instead combined with eggplant, tomatoes, and a variety of yummy deliciousness! It’s my first time making it so wish me luck! If it’s a winner, perhaps I’ll share the recipe with you . . . we’ll see . . . I’ll let you know in the morning.
Have a marvelous Monday evening!
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June 12, 2008 at 8:19 pm (Random Thoughts)
Tags: hosting company, malfunctions, problems, website
As if it could get any worse, I’ve discovered more problems with my website . . . at the moment, I CANNOT:
. . . Add new jewelry . . .
And YOU CANNOT:
. . . Purchase any jewelry . . .
Sounds like a problem, don’t you think?!?! WELL, OF COURSE IT IS! All of this is happening because my website was recently transferred to a new platform within the hosting company and now some of my site’s functionality has been compromised. Things “behing the scenes” need to be reconfigured in order for everything to run smoothly again. Rest assured, I’m working on it! Please be patient during this difficult and trying time . . . I really appreciate it! It is my hope that these glitches are only temporary . . . I’ll be in touch!
In the meantime, I’m going to take a snooze . . . this whole ordeal has worn me out!
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June 10, 2008 at 9:41 pm (Random Thoughts)
Tags: errors, hosting company, patience, technical difficulties, website
Some of you may have noticed that my website was down today for quite some time. In fact, some of you probably wondered if I am even in business anymore! Well, rest assured that I’m still here and Painted Beauty Jewelry isn’t going anywhere.
The trouble lies with my current web hosting company . . .
I spent far too much time on the phone with the company today trying to figure this whole ordeal out. I kind of felt like a dog chasing its own tail . . . hmmmm . . . sounds like fun, but NO, NOT REALLY!!!!! ANYHOW, after going in circles for what seemed like forever, I managed to come to the critical conclusion that I need to find myself a new hosting company and PRONTO!
Why am I telling you all of this? In the event you notice the website is not functioning properly, or it is down altogether, please know that I am working on it! I’d like to thank you in advance for being patient as I make this necessary change . . . I truly appreciate it!
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