tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-70966111021045427812024-02-20T10:46:25.444-08:00Sarah Swellthe world through my eyesSarah Swell Jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10709007777843345379noreply@blogger.comBlogger175125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7096611102104542781.post-16071677932608005882014-08-25T07:56:00.002-07:002014-08-25T07:56:41.555-07:00Sarah Swell Jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10709007777843345379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7096611102104542781.post-31787000002719329602014-07-01T19:43:00.002-07:002014-07-01T19:43:39.683-07:00Fun with WaxI recently hosted a wax carving workshop with SF based <a href="http://www.fullosophie.com/san-fran-preview-1/">Fullosophie</a> in the showroom. It was so much fun to teach again-it's been awhile! The students' pieces are being cast as we speak and I (and they) are very excited to see the awesome results. If you want to be sure not to miss it next time, sign up to receive our <a href="http://www.sarahswell.com/f-sign-up-for-newsletter">email newsletter</a>.<br />
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Sarah Swell Jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10709007777843345379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7096611102104542781.post-2657338818090423872014-05-24T12:48:00.000-07:002014-05-24T12:48:19.886-07:00The Show Room is open!After months of prep and work, the show room is finally open! Come on by and visit us at 215 Caledonia Street in Sausalito.<br />
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We will be refining things and adding fun workshops and events over the next few months. Sign up to our <a href="http://www.sarahswell.com/f-sign-up-for-newsletter">email list</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sarah-Swell-Jewelry/94049068984">like us on Facebook</a> or follow on instagram <a href="http://instagram.com/sarahswelljewelry">@sarahswelljewelry</a> to stay the most up to date on happenings.</div>
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If you'd like to meet with Sarah to discuss a custom project or have a personal bridal jewelry showing, or even just go shopping on a Tuesday or Wednesday, please email us at sarah@sarahswell.com.</div>
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I'm very excited to be hosting a workshop with <a href="http://www.fullosophie.com/san-fran-preview-1/">Fullosophie</a> at the new showroom space in Sausalito. This will be a really fun way to spend a Sunday! The class will include:</div>
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Brief explanation about wax carving as used in the jewelry making process</div>
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All materials and instructions to carve your own pendant in wax</div>
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Sarah will have your piece cast in sterling silver or brass</div>
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When complete, the finished necklace can be shipped to you, or picked up at the studio at your convenience. You can even choose to add diamonds for just a small additional cost.</div>
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All this, plus 15% off anything in the showroom, champagne cocktails & freshly baked treats!</div>
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The workshop will be held Sunday June 22nd at 215 Caledonia Street in Sausalito, CA.</div>
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Take the ferry over from SF, we're just a 10 minute walk!</div>
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It's finally here! It has been a crazy few months trying to balance filling my jewelry orders and opening the showroom. What I thought would take me a month quickly morphed into a much bigger project than I had anticipated, but so life goes. I'm very excited to put the finishing touches on the space and open the doors. If you're in the Bay Area, please join us Saturday the 26th for the big reveal!</div>
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<br />Sarah Swell Jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10709007777843345379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7096611102104542781.post-69225199424973418922014-03-13T07:19:00.000-07:002014-03-13T07:19:36.361-07:00new home for SSJThere have been countless life changes occurring lately in my world. The one I'm most excited to share involves a personal & professional change of location. I found myself longing to connect with nature again -- the very thing that inspires my work. While I love Oakland from the bottom of my heart, I've learned that I truly am a wanderer and I thrive on change. So here we are, after much radio silence, announcing that Sarah Swell jewelry will be opening a studio/showroom in Sausalito, CA!<br />
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I won't be announcing our opening day just yet as we furiously work to not only fill all of our jewelry orders, but also create a new space that you'll want to visit and never want to leave.<br />
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I have some images of our progress to share & cannot wait to share more!<br />
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<br />Sarah Swell Jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10709007777843345379noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7096611102104542781.post-42293354227308795722014-01-07T11:24:00.001-08:002014-01-07T11:24:28.452-08:00The year in jewelryWhile catching up on year end accounting, I got just a<i> little bit</i> distracted and ended up sifting through images from 2013. I thought I'd share my year in jewelry moments with you. Here's to new adventures to come!<br />
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I celebrated one year of marriage and 10 years of togetherness with my love sweet love (yes, I had terrible jeweler nails on my wedding day-oops!)</div>
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Visiting China & Sri Lanka on a whirlwind 3 week trip. One of my favorite moments was visiting this jewelry studio in the town of Galle, Sri Lanka. Note the foot bellow for the air fed torch!</div>
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Being silly playing with shadows while posing for my Lovey Lady Feature on <a href="http://emmadime.com/lovely-lady-sarah-swell/">Emmadime</a></div>
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Creating this dark-pretty necklace for <a href="http://www.shopesqueleto.com/">Esqueleto's</a> anniversary</div>
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Having my amazing sister come for a visit & comparing our Sarah Swell ring situations</div>
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Shooting a <a href="http://thread.progressive.com/tv/">commercial for Progressive</a> in the studio!</div>
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Living in the <a href="http://www.sarahswell.com/product/mini-mountain-inverted-range-necklace">inverted mountain range necklace</a> ALL YEAR</div>
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Bringing <a href="http://www.evakolenko.com/">Eva Kolenko</a> on a studio tour for <a href="http://www.crown-nine.com/product/serpent-convertible-necklace-ring-sarah-swell">Crown Nine's Rarity project</a>.</div>
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Leaving my Light-filled Oakland studio space (sob!) More on that later.</div>
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<br />Sarah Swell Jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10709007777843345379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7096611102104542781.post-60724750788005060382013-12-27T09:52:00.002-08:002013-12-27T10:00:46.990-08:00win this stargazer ringWe're giving away one of our very popular stargazer rings in silver + diamonds to a lucky gal! This is an instagram contest, so head on over and find us and this image @sarahswelljewelry for details on how to enter.<br />
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Sarah Swell Jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10709007777843345379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7096611102104542781.post-77011436104502179712013-12-20T09:55:00.000-08:002013-12-20T09:55:02.446-08:00that's a wrap!Yesterday was the final day of holiday jewel making in the studio! We absolutely love getting our hands dirty creating in silver and gold, but this time of year is nonstop and a tad overwhelming for most small businesses. I'm very excited to take the time between now and New Years to do what I love most: design new jewelry! *Sigh of relief* I look forward to sharing as things come to fruition.<br />
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However, if you'd still like to get your hands on something sparkly, be sure to visit one of our lovely <a href="http://www.sarahswell.com/stockists">stockists</a> in your area.<br />
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I just came across this gorgeous <a href="http://www.etxe.co/gift-local-for-a-local-san-francisco-bay-area/">gift guide</a> for the Bay Area from the lifestyle blog Exte featuring our <a href="http://www.sarahswell.com/product/flotsam-jetsam-studs">flotsam & jetsam studs</a> and <a href="http://www.sarahswell.com/product/snake-band">18k gold snake ring</a>. What great picks!<br />
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<br />Sarah Swell Jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10709007777843345379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7096611102104542781.post-40170854848192824642013-12-11T12:08:00.002-08:002013-12-11T12:08:39.874-08:00the holidays are closing in!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
I love this image from <a href="http://www.crown-nine.com/">Crown Nine</a>, one of my favorite stockists, of the silver fishbone earrings. Just dreamy!</div>
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The very last day to order for holiday delivery from <a href="http://sarahswell.bigcartel.com/">Sarah Swell</a> is this Monday the 16th. Use code "SHIPIT" for free shipping. Also, check the <a href="http://sarahswell.bigcartel.com/stockists">stockist page</a> for a store near you that carries my work.</div>
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We want to thank you for supporting Sarah Swell jewelry by offering 20% off any order over $100 through the web store until December 5th with code <span style="color: #990000;">HOLIDAYCHEER</span> at checkout.</div>
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Also, the <a href="http://www.sarahswell.com/category/jewelry-by-collection-sample-sale">sample sale has moved online!</a> These are just a few of my favorites-get them while they last!<br />
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Sarah Swell Jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10709007777843345379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7096611102104542781.post-42040190728226574082013-11-20T10:28:00.003-08:002013-11-20T10:36:06.253-08:00sample sale!We're excited to be participating in our second annual Plaid Friday sample sale at the <a href="http://kateellenmetalsblog.blogspot.com/2013/11/opening-day-rebirth-of-crown-nine.html">new location</a> of <a href="http://www.crown-nine.com/">Crown Nine</a> in Oakland!<br />
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There will be one of a kind items, pieces with ever so slight imperfections, overstock and discontinued jewelry in silver, gold, bronze and diamonds. Come on by and shop for yourself or your loved ones. Hope to see you there!<br />
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BUT, if you don't live in the Bay Area, don't fret! There will be an online sample sale commencing Sunday December 1st at 9 am PST. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sarah-Swell-Jewelry/94049068984">Like us on Facebook</a> for details!<br />
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Sarah Swell Jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10709007777843345379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7096611102104542781.post-32127603824214634842013-11-13T07:16:00.001-08:002013-11-13T07:18:21.329-08:00new stockist: gardeWe're growing and it has been very exciting! Head over to the website to see the <a href="http://www.sarahswell.com/stockists">recently updated list </a>of locations that now carry Sarah Swell jewelry, with even more to come before the holidays.<br />
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One new account that we're particularly excited about is Garde. This LA based lifestyle boutique calls itself "modern natural," which is exactly the aesthetic that I try to breathe into my jewelry, and life for that matter.<br />
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I cannot wait to take road trip south and visit!<br />
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But in the meantime, I'm drooling over <a href="http://www.gardeshop.com/store/lindsey-adelman-vertabrae-curiosity-vessel/dp/2265">this</a> <a href="http://www.gardeshop.com/store/newbark-hip-pouch-with-belt/dp/2248">this</a> and <a href="http://www.gardeshop.com/store/mquan-11-strand-pinched-flowers-and-feathers-on-drift-wood-wall-hanging-23-x-34/dp/3611">this</a>.<br />
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<br />Sarah Swell Jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10709007777843345379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7096611102104542781.post-78553359227795719632013-11-04T06:00:00.000-08:002013-11-04T09:40:40.699-08:00photos from the studioWhile the film crew for the <a href="http://thread.progressive.com/">Progressive Apron Project</a> was busy shooting video, I had the pleasure of also having the studio photographed by talented Brooklyn based photographer <a href="http://www.renyagolnitzer.com/">Ren Yagolnitzer.</a><br />
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Take a look at her beautiful work on her <a href="http://www.renyagolnitzer.com/blog/">blog</a>. Thanks Ren!<br />
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Sarah Swell Jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10709007777843345379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7096611102104542781.post-57842183206588728142013-10-28T09:24:00.001-07:002013-10-28T09:30:38.868-07:00holiday previewI've been working hard to update the website with so many pretty new pieces! As with most things in life, it's taking a tad longer than I had hoped, so here is a little look at what will be online in time for holiday shopping!<br />
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A sweet couple sent me this image taken over their wedding anniversary weekend showcasing her Flotsam & Jetsam engagement ring. It makes my day when clients share their jewelry stories and pictures with me! </div>
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Congrats Melissa & Todd!</div>
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Sarah Swell Jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10709007777843345379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7096611102104542781.post-59502337778788795922013-10-12T21:11:00.000-07:002013-10-12T21:19:45.161-07:00RecentlyBelow are are some of my favorite images from Instagram of jewelry I've created lately. I've been working hard to get all of my holiday orders out and look forward to sharing all my new pieces online soon!<div><br><div><div><img src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-2MGMe7ZeZcc/UlofVEa1k1I/AAAAAAAADRc/hLDCHynyGU4/I/photo_660291.jpg" border="0" class="bloggoimg"></div><img src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-kGaLCSPU2vM/UlofVrPPxnI/AAAAAAAADRk/zs7vwsILOLA/I/photo_465893.jpg" border="0" class="bloggoimg"></div><div><div><img src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-jz7CXCPq-Og/UlofWa7MCYI/AAAAAAAADRs/2D9ZLCnAvTc/I/photo_601015.jpg" border="0" class="bloggoimg"></div><div><img src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-WZqgiVwhKbQ/UlofXM4FuTI/AAAAAAAADR0/57Wu8iGKcKQ/I/photo_589149.jpg" border="0" class="bloggoimg"></div><div><img src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-Gw8S1-Rbi7g/UlofX37je2I/AAAAAAAADR8/71MnbOPS9V0/I/photo_253227.jpg" border="0" class="bloggoimg"></div> <br></div></div>Sarah Swell Jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10709007777843345379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7096611102104542781.post-7381920076014385462013-10-04T08:02:00.000-07:002013-10-04T10:29:38.002-07:00The Most Progressive ThingI was really excited to catch a glimpse of the studio and my apron tying abilities in the new Progressive car insurance commercial! The team behind the new campaign visited me back in June for a half day of shooting in the studio. I too was wondering what an apron has to do with car insurance, but now I get it. Stay tuned as they roll out new content and visit the <a href="http://www.thread.progressive.com/">Thread Campaign</a> to see more.<br />
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I also presented him with this ring that I have been "working on" for years now. That really translates into not having enough time to work on personal projects after putting in endless hours making jewelry for clients. But, I finally made time for the most important fellow in my life and am so happy with the results. Scott is a boat captain and spends his days on the San Francisco Bay. I created a wave texture on the band in 14k white gold, and then tube set 10 diamonds in 18k yellow gold which are reminiscent of the portholes on a ship and represent our time together.<br />
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To see our love change and grow over the years has been the most amazing experience. To know someone for more than half of their life (we met in middle school) and watch how they develop as person is really something else. Here's to taking time for the things that really matter in life.Sarah Swell Jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10709007777843345379noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7096611102104542781.post-83248348993111633452013-09-17T13:34:00.000-07:002013-09-17T13:34:13.338-07:00the cloud ringThis custom rose gold ring was based on a tibetan cloud design, a motif that the client had long been intrigued by. We wanted the end result to be stylized and have a natural feel at the same time. I love how the warm gold tones really make the diamond really come alive.<br />
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<br />Sarah Swell Jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10709007777843345379noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7096611102104542781.post-70447998642180765112013-09-12T20:29:00.000-07:002013-09-12T20:29:02.572-07:00sri lanka: part 3Well, I think it's about time I share the last of my honeymoon photos seeing as my first wedding anniversary is just around the corner!<br />
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While in the hill country town of Ella, we visited a weaving factory. The colors were so vivid and I was in amazement watching the women work. This was definitely a trip highlight.<br />
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We also visited one of Sri Lanka's famous tea factories. Again I was in complete awe watching the workers take such care in their craft. The smell in this big rickety wooden warehouse was otherworldly.<br />
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We left Ella by train. This is supposedly one of the greatest train rides in the world, and we were not let down. The hill country of Sri Lanka is like a dream. It's simply breathtaking, and is magnified even more so when teetering slowly across stilt like bridges on an ancient railcar.<br />
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Nearly as good as the views was the street food. Vendors wander the cars chanting <i>wadi, wadi, wadi</i> and peddling fried delicacies served in newspaper and accompanied by a dried chili pepper.<br />
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We ended up in tiny town of Dalhouse which would be our base to climb <a href="http://sripada.org/">Sri Pada or Adam's Peak.</a> We bunked with fellow climbers and tried to get some rest before we ascended the 7km high mountain. We left about 2 am and prepared ourselves to trudge up 5200 vertical steps.<br />
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The climb down was unimaginably difficult. My legs were shaking so violently that I could bare lift my feet to take the tiny steps down. The sweet reward hours later at the bottom was breakfast waiting at our guest house. If you ever go to Sri Lanka, you must travel out of your way and make this climb<br />
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The last few days of our trip I got sick. Not from food-just sick, sick. I hid in our hotel room and was very excited to have a television after weeks without. I curled up and watched hours on end of the BBC interrupted only by Ayurvedic decongestion treatments.<br />
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20 hours of flying and we were home sweet home. Our trip was unforgettable. Sri Lanka was and wasn't everything I had thought it would be. This country and its people are anything but simple and that's how I felt about my trip. It was trying and wonderful, beautiful and ugly, hopeful and sorrowful. It wasn't easy, but nothing worth its weight is.Sarah Swell Jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10709007777843345379noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7096611102104542781.post-68573128481978289842013-09-02T08:47:00.000-07:002013-09-02T08:48:29.659-07:00around the studio lately A few images from the studio as I head out to put in long hours on this labor day.<br />
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<br />Sarah Swell Jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10709007777843345379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7096611102104542781.post-80340623505659727462013-08-26T08:19:00.004-07:002013-08-26T08:19:47.148-07:00feather solitaire dreamsI'm in love with this recent feather diamond solitaire I created with a .40 carat diamond. I scaled the width of the band up to accommodate a larger stone. The result? It's just as delicately simple and stunning as the original. Congrats to this bride to be!<br />
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<br />Sarah Swell Jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10709007777843345379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7096611102104542781.post-83669859691890457562013-08-20T08:09:00.000-07:002013-08-22T09:13:57.414-07:00lovely ladyI was completely flattered to make an appearance on gorgeous design blog <a href="http://emmadime.com/">Emma Dime</a> last week. Emma has a series entitled "lovely lady" in which she asks creatives about their favorite clothing and accessory pieces. This was a fun chance to get out of my dirty studio getup and play dress up. Thank you Emma!<div><br><div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-dRjqJdQTbwI/UhY4wzs4uwI/AAAAAAAADIc/zjn4TPz7pVY/I/photo_413416.jpg" border="0" class="bloggoimg"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div><br></div><span style="text-align: left; "><div style="text-align: center;">Get the full story <a href="http://emmadime.com/lovely-lady-sarah-swell/">here</a>.</div></span></div><br> </div></div>Sarah Swell Jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10709007777843345379noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7096611102104542781.post-44138143746121352642013-08-14T08:46:00.000-07:002013-08-14T12:04:28.987-07:00no place like homeI spent a whirlwind week on Cape Cod soaking in New England Summer and visiting with family and friends. There certainly is something magical about the light on the Cape and living far away only makes me appreciate it more. Some snippets from my travels...<br />
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