Sun Kissed

Summer has officially arrived...the weather in some places may contradict that, while elsewhere you may think summer arrived weeks ago.

I really enjoy wearing color and in the summer I like my colors hot, bright and sunny...as well as cool, bright and aquaeous...but, today I'd like to focus on hot, bright sunny colors featured in the jewelry designs of the Starving Artists Team.

Any of these beautiful creations will look great with your favorite summer whites and a sun kissed tan!

Catswire

Studio DTQ

Erika Price

Popnicute

Bead Origami

Jewelry Art by Dawn

BeadSire

Featured jewelry is handmade by members of the Starving Artists jewelry 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.

Summertime

My small part of the world has been experiencing unseasonably warm weather lately. It’s been so warm that it has felt like summer. Summer is my favourite season and I’ve been loving the heat. Even with the humidity. While some people have been wilting as soon as they step outside, I feel enveloped by the warmth and comforted by it.

Summer weather calls for going to the beach and eating ice cream. It means going for long walks and taking out the bikes. It’s the time of year when small children run through sprinklers.

This weather means I can leave the house in the morning without having to put on a jacket. I wear capri pants or shorts with short sleeve shirts to the office. The colours I choose are light and bright. Even the jewelry I select is different than it was during the winter. I find myself reaching for smaller, simpler pieces, in light or bright colours. And I reach for rings that are fun and whimsical. It’s time to play and have fun.

How do your jewelry choices change in the summer?

Here are some great summer jewelry choices from members of the SATeam.

Insatiable Ring by Two Chicks Too

Beach Glass and Sterling Necklace by Riorita

Glass Tile Pendant by Jenifer's Family Jewels

Translucent and White Opalite Beaded Earrings by Bead Origami

Copper and Sterling Butterfly Necklace by 2 Belles and a Bead

Real Orchid/Pearl Necklace - Fiesta by MC Stoneworks

Irish Flowers Earrings by Cat's Wire

Featuring artisan handmade creations by the Etsy Starving Artists jewelry team. SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current Etsy shop owner members can be found at SATEAM.etsy.com.