Summer Projects!

Here are some of the things I've been doing lately when I take breaks from jewelry making.. First, check out my new jewelry case I got from Presents of Mind (also the newest store to pick up harlow:) I just LOVE it! I'm making jewelry trays and jewelry display boards to fit perfectly in the bag to take to stores and shows. It even has a handle that expands and wheels so you aren't lugging it everywhere. Plus, it's harlow orange so how could I possibly resist?!

I've been turning these great multi-functional (great for so many things!) cork placemats into jewelry display boards by covering them with fabric and putting in a thin layer of cushion so that I can hold the jewelry down with pins...

...and turning this

into this! These trays have inserts with compartments that I can tote jewelry in. They don't have lids or anything so I needed to make some kind of strap to hold everything in.

I used velcro on the ribbon so that it can be secured tightly :)

Banana Bites

Look at these tasty gems from the wonderful blogger Framed.  She has such a good idea going here using leftover ingredients you already have in your kitchen! You just cut up pieces of banana, dip them in chocolate and roll them in yummy stuff like coconut and nuts.  mmm, I'm thinking of all the possibilities...

Summer Inspiration

This flower wall is gorgeous.  I found it this morning here.  I have so many projects going at the moment and I just wish I had the time to work on all of them! One is a daybed that Danny and I are making for the work studio/guest room.  Photos to come soon! 

Summer Giveaway!

Yay, it's summertime (even if the weather in Portland isn't exactly cooperating) and we have the whole season ahead of us! To celebrate, harlow is giving away these turquoise and gold summer earrings!  To enter, just visit harlow jewelry's webpage and let us know what your favorite summer item is in the shop section.  Leave your comment on our Facebook fan page.  The winner will be randomly selected on Monday, June 28th!**For 2 extra contest entries, post this contest/giveaway as your Facebook status (and let us know so we can count it) Happy Summer!

Yummy Summer Vegetable Sandwich

I usually make this one on the grill, but since it's a bit wet out, I'm broiling in the oven instead.  It's simple, healthy and delish! Just slice vegetables of your choice (I used eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash and red peppers) thinly in a single layer on a baking sheet.  Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper.  Then pop in the oven for 10 mins on 500ish degrees. 

Then layer bread (I used large sourdough english muffins) with pesto and mozzarella.

Finally, layer with the roasted vegetables.

...and voila! Simple and yummy lunch or dinner!

Back From Vacation!

We had a great trip to Phoenix to visit family! Olivia had a blast playing in the sun. We are happy to be home now, and back to it!

On our way!

first pony ride

sprinklers:)

Adorable Calendar Download from Lisa Rupp!

Check out this sweet little calendar by Lisa Rupp.  You can download it here, and monthly for FREE on her website. I love all of her designs! Like these...

Adorable Tank Top DIY!

My friend JJ from Lovely Little Things 

posted this on her blog today about a plain tank top she added a ruffle to. How easy, adorable, and such a fabulous idea! 

I love how the back looks too!

Thanks for the idea JJ!

Summer harlow

The harlow Summer Line is almost out! (and isn't this model just adorable!?!) I'm working on getting everything on the website today and I'm super excited about it! It's my favorite line yet - full of gorgeous blue and green gemstones I found in Tucson this year.  I've not seen some of these gemstone colors before and I'm pretty much in love with them:) Check it out!

Summer Is Almost Here!

Summer is right around the corner and I'm super excited about my 

summer harlow line.  I'm using lots of green and blue, and some light summery gold.  These necklaces are a preview....