Posts

How Dentistry Turned Into Designing Jewelry

November 10, 2017 : Hello! An Inside Look at Me

My name is Monica, the designer/assembler of my jewelry; and I have to give credit to my wonderful husband for assisting me in various ways, esp emotional support!  I've always loved jewelry for as long as I can remember, the very first piece being a tiny brooch of my Mom's that was a painter's palette.  She worked in a private owned jewelry store when she was younger; and so the tradition continued, as I became of age as a young teenager, with me working for the same jeweler during the holidays.  My love affair with sparkly bling only intensified as I continued my job there as their Holiday employee, plus there's something extra special about Christmas that makes the bling more intense & exciting!  As I entered college, I decided on a career in Dentistry

Happy November and Happy Fall 2019!!

Image
I hope everyone is having a great Fall and a today is a good start to your November 2019!!  At home, we're starting November with a Halloween party to say "Goodbye" to October and because my husband LOVES Halloween. It's a pretty big production shared with his best friend, who loves a party! Then tomorrow night, were going to see The Averett Brothers in concert. So, starting it with a bang.  It'll be fun. My costume for tonight is still undecided. Nothing too extravagant!  ***************************************** What's been going on with  JDByMonica.etsy.com  ,  JEWELRYDESIGNSBYMONICA.com  , and my Facebook business page  https://www.facebook.com/JDByMonica  ? 

HAPPY EASTER 2019!!!

Image
Hope everyone is having a great Easter Weekend. It's b hieen way too long since I've posted in this blog.  Above is a most recent listing I've added to my Etsy shop, JDByMonica.   www.etsy.com/shop/JDByMonica  . For Easter I'm running a promo of 10% off , with select items 25% off and free domestic shipping with tracking.  I'm also doing an April Giveaway thru my Facebook business page on 04/25/2019 @ 8pm EST.  Just pick a number between 1-200, then I'll pick the winning number via random number generator. Whomever comes closest to the number without going over will win.  This month is for a pair of earrings. To enter go to  www.facebook.com/JDByMonica . Below is the pair of of earrings to be given away ...  Both pairs feature Melissa Gabelle of The Clay Hen (the porcelain dangles) and the top pair's lampwork is by Karin Hruza of Beadfairy Lampwork Beads. The bottom pair features Artisan Lampwork Beads.  If you're reading this, p...

IT'S BEEN WAY TOO LONG ,,,, TIME TO CATCH UP!!!

Image
I've been neglectful and I'm s o sorry!!  I've been trying to keep up with my website,  Jewelry Designs By Monica ; which happens to have a 20%  off sale on several items. Then, I've stepped into a new venture.  I, now, have an Etsy Shop called JDByMonica.  You can find my store at :  JDByMonica .   I'm happy to say I've had a lot of interest in it thus far and sold my first pair of earrings.    STARFISH WISHES   … more later,  as it's time for bed. Please do stop by my new shop for a look at my merchandise. I'll give you a sneak peak of some new designs that I 'll be adding to the store in the next couple of days!  Some for Halloween!  Goodnight and Sleep Well. 

Jewelry Designs By Monica ~ OOAK Artisan Handmade Always

Image

PACKAAGES ARE ON THEIR WAY!!!

IN Honor of The Kentucky Derby, THEY'RE OFF!!! The package with my merchandise for   Rustic Roots On Second should arrive at the shop tomorrow!! I'm so excited and honored to have this door open and be among so many other Kentucky Artisan's. Crossing fingers that my designs go over well.  I have back up plans, but I don't want to think about that right now. I have a video prepared of the first release of my jewelry designs I've mailed to them.  I'm so looking forward to personally going to the store to see  Jewelry Designs By Monica in it's new little personal retail space.  The package should arrive tomorrow; so I'm anxious for feedback.  I'd lie if I said i want nervous regarding reception of style, pricing, etc.  Keeping fingers crossed! I'll know more tomorrow!!!  My video is scheduled to to release at 5am tomorrow.  More later!  ~ Monica                           ...

Busy As A Bee!!!

Image
Good Morning .... Sorry to have neglected my blog again. You'll be pleased when you see all the new pieces I've been creating since my last post. Some will be going to the store in Pikeville,  Rustic Roots on Second , and some will be going to my new website that I've been working to get published. It's ready to publish; just need to get my merchandise listed on it ... Not the easiest task. I need to update my Facebook page with my listings as well. Just takes a while.  I can give you a sneak peak at my listings. You can, also, order online they Rustic Roots ... You don't have to live in Pikeville.  I'll update to let you know when they will be ready to sell in the store.   Here's a Sneak Peak of what I've been doing :

The Future is Looking Bright!

I received an awesome invitation today for my jewelry line and is such an amazing opportunity.  A friend from my High School alma mater manages a store a town over from my hometown that features KY Artisans. They have items from home decor, homemade foods, soaps/lotions, fashion, accessories, to jewelry and more ... most is KY themed. I was offered a space in her store,  Rustic Roots on Second  at 239 2nd Street, Pikeville, KY 41501.