Color Report: Quarry

Today we wrap up our series on Pantone's top 10 colors for Fall 2011 with the lovely Quarry. This light, slightly greenish sky blue is found in aquamarines, crystals, and many shades of glass as well:

Aqua Lily/Brass Filigree Earrings by mcstoneworks

Penny Charm Pendant - Adopt Teal by NicoleValentineStudio

Ice Blue Fish Lampwork Focal Bead by Melissabeads

Earrings Aquamarine and Sterling Silver Long Earwires by NorthernGirlJewelry

Handcrafted Aquamarine and Purple Crystal Beaded Earrings by beadorigami

All jewelry items featured above were created by members of the Starving Jewelry Artists Team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com and here on ArtFire.

Color Report: Orchid Hush

Today in our series on Pantone's top 10 colors for Fall 2011, we take a look at Orchid Hush. This near-neutral color has little in common with its often bold namesake; rather, it's similar to a light grayish lavender, sometimes found in fluorite, chalcedony, or very light amethyst. 

Sterling Silver Earrings with Square Cut Purple Fluorite Beads by NorthernGirlJewelry

Handmade Gift Bow Necklace Argentium Sterling Silver Copper Pendant by popnicute

Fluorite and sterling silver circles pendant - Infinity by CatsWire

Mini Ionic Icosahedron and Dodecahedron Beaded Beads by gwenbeads

Lily Elegance - Purple Crazy Lace Agate/Thai Silver Necklace by mcstoneworks

Lampwork Focal Bead Set Pendant - Winterscape by NicoleValentineStudio

All jewelry items featured above were created by members of the Starving Jewelry Artists Team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com and here on ArtFire.

Color Report: Nougat

Continuing in our series on Pantone's top 10 colors for Fall 2011, we take a look at Nougat, a light, creamy tan-peach color. This neutral hue is a must for any wardrobe regardless of the season, and goes great with pearls and silver.   

Real Orchid Necklace - Natural Preserved, Carnelian by mcstoneworks

Sand Nougat Scarf, Unique Hand Dyed Wrap, JOSSIANI BY artinsilk

Silver Foxtail Chain and Blush Swarovski Pearl Dangle Earrings by WickwireJewelry

Fabric Flower Brooch / Hair Pin Wedding Bridal Prom - Champagne White by alatvian

Autumn Honey agate leaf necklace by BeadSire

Neutral cream and nougat gadget caddy wristlet by RobinsFlight

Lampwork Focal Bead Pendant - Forever Hopefull by NicoleValentineStudio

All jewelry items featured above were created by members of the Starving Jewelry Artists Team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com and here on ArtFire.

Color Report: Coffee Liqueúr

Today in our continuing series on Pantone's top 10 colors for Fall 2011, we take a look at Coffee Liqueúr, a nice neutral tone that will go with just about anything: 

Olive wood disk pendant with wire crochet bezel - Victorian wood by CatsWire

Artisan dark wood sterling silver hoop earrings by ShinyAdornments

Felt clogs (slippers) for a coffee lover by Eidrasa

Handcrafted Brown and Silver Beaded Bead Pendant by beadorigami

Handmade Organic Sterling Silver Lampwork Necklace by galadryl

Coffee Puff Dress by La Costurera Boutique

Wire Wrapped Agate Slice Necklce with Dragonfly by TheFamiLeeJewels

Textile Cuff Bracelets Pair XXV Autumn Leaves Wet Felt with Merino Wool Silk and Metal Snaps by gwenbeads

All jewelry items featured above were created by members of the Starving Jewelry Artists Team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com and here on ArtFire.

Color Report: Deep Teal

Today in our continuing series on Pantone's top 10 colors for Fall 2011, we take a look at deep teal. I don't know about you, but I already have several outfits in this gorgeous color because it's just that beautiful. A perfect hue for the darkness of fall and winter, this color easily lends itself to a fashionable ensemble: 

Teal Blue Lampwork Glass and Copper Swirl Necklace by NorthernGirlJewelry

Deep Teal Green Fringed Upcycled Angora Cardigan Jacket by darrylblack

Wire crochet deepwater octopus pendant with lampwork - Hanging on by CatsWire

Messenger Bag, Organic Linen Teal Ginko Leaf Print by Clothscape

Aqua Lily/Brass Filigree Earrings by mcstoneworks

Teal skirt, knee length, deep pleated with removable jeweled pin by BellaCucinaAprons

Silvered Teal Fish Lampwork Focal Bead by Melissabeads

All jewelry items featured above were created by members of the Starving Jewelry Artists Team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com and here on ArtFire.

Color Report: Cedar

Cedar is the color of the day in our continuing series on Pantone's top 10 colors for Fall 2011. A natural shade of green, cedar is represented by a diverse array of semiprecious stones such as tourmaline, jade, and peridot (which is also the birthstone for August!). This near-neutral color will go with just about any outfit, regardless of the season.

Sterling Silver Green Tourmalinated Quartz Bracelet by WickwireJewelry

Cedar Sage Scarf, Muted Pine Green, Unique Habotai Silk Scarf Olive, Hand Painted

 by artinsilk

Green Amethyst Square Knot Sterling Silver Earrings by EleganceAndSparkles

Handspun Cabled Beanie - Mountain Meadow by JoyfulHandKnits

Flying Pig Necklace - Verdigris Brass by mcstoneworks

Custom cedar linen chipao collar straight dress/tunic, with black obi - Made to fit by annyschoo

Handcrafted Peridot Tube Set Ring by TJRJewellery

All jewelry items featured above were created by members of the Starving Jewelry Artists Team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com and here on ArtFire.

Color Report: Phlox

Today in our continuing series on Pantone's top 10 colors for Fall 2011, we look at Phlox. Like its flowery namesake, this rich shade of purple contains a great deal of magenta, tipping it close to the warm side of the color wheel. It's noticeably warmer than the deep purples of the amethyst gemstones, but both amethyst and purple glass will complement phlox-hued fashion accessories for a fun purple-splashed outfit. 

Textile Cuff Bracelets Pair XVII Black Purple Cranberry Nuno Wet Felt with Merino Wool Silk and Metal Snaps by gwenbeads

Preserved Rose Necklace/Sterling Silver - Natural, Purple by mcstoneworks

VIOLET DREAM PHLOX Shoulder Bag by ikabags

Sterling Silver and Amethyst Wire Wrapped Bracelet by TheFamiLeeJewels

Nuno Felt Scarf Fall Preview Design by eneefabricdesign (Check out Nancy's blog on nuno felting tips and tricks, with tons of Pantone colors!)

Handcrafted Deep Purple and Peach Crystal Beaded Earrings by beadorigami

Silk Origami Butterfly Brooch Broach Corsage Vibrant Plum and Purple Mauve by SewSmashing

Wire Wrapped Purple Mohave Turquoise Pendant by AvaDesigns

All jewelry items featured above were created by members of the Starving Jewelry Artists Team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com and here on ArtFire.

Saturday Style: 1970's Fashion Influence

Do you remember the maxi dress?
Was your closet full of flare leg jeans?
Did you own a jumpsuit?
Or does your only exposure to 70's fashion come from reruns of Charlie's Angels and Three's Company on Nick at Night?

Yes.
The 1970's are back.
Influencing fashion that is.

2011 fashion trends are feminine and ladylike featuring wider pants and flowing, silky fabrics. Floaty fluid silhouettes are paired with platform shoes and bold chunky jewelry in a girly style called boho chic.
This years wonderful color palette that includes honeysuckle pink, coral rose and beeswax are wonderful in vibrant prints, horizontal stripes and geometric designs.

Let a little retro chic into your life.
Still love your skinny jeans? Add a top with a asymmetric neckline and your big Foster Grants.
Can't let go of your favorite fitted top? Pair it with a pair of wide leg linen pants and some glam dangling earrings.
Maxi dress? Let it shine with heeled sandals and a long chain necklace.
Embrace fringe on your big purse and layer on those bangle bracelets.

Welcome back 70's.
I don't know if I am ready to wear pajama pants out in public, but if I have to see people wearing them in the grocery store I would rather they be satiny and luxe than flannel and covered with cartoon characters.