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: 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.

Color Report: Bamboo

Today we're kicking off our second color series of the year by looking at Pantone's top 10 colors for Fall 2011. It's never too early to start thinking about the hot colors for the upcoming season, but since most of us are just starting to enjoy the summertime, we will start with the colors from this list that are easily adaptable to a summer outfit as well. Today we look at bamboo, a darker, but still quite rich shade of yellow.

Juicy Lemon Dangle Earrings, Lampwork & Sterling Silver by ErikaPrice

Juvenile Yellow Tang Handmade Lampwork Focal Fish Bead by Melissabeads

Real Rosebud Bird Earrings by mcstoneworks

Lampwork Focal Bead Pendant - Curry Spice by NicoleValentineStudio

Aquariums - Orange and Yellow Encased Handmade Lampwork Glass Beads by MyPrecious

So, are you ready to get a jump on your outfits for the fall? Future posts in this color series will include clothing and other fashion accessories so that you can create the perfect fall ensemble. 

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: Silver Cloud

Just in time for the summer, we finish off our series of reports on Pantone's top 10 colors for Spring 2011 with Silver Cloud, a light grey which is appropriate for any season. Our talented SATeam members are experts in all things silver. Click on the links below the pictures to learn more about their many shiny items: 

Domed Circle & Curving Wire Pendant by TJRJewellery

Argentium Silver Adjustable Ring Ribbon Scribble Wavy Wire Finger Ring by popnicute

White Artisan Sterling Silver and Lampwork Earrings by galadryl

Jade and sterling silver wire crochet cuff - Green dots by CatsWire

Hoops of Double Teardrops in Sterling Silver by AvaDesigns

Sterling silver HP 3 in 1 chainmaille bracelet by nicolehill

THE STICKY ONE. sterling silver and moonstone pendant by Colla

Featuring artisan handmade creations by the Starving Artists jewelry Team, the 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: Regatta

Today in our color report we look at Regatta, one of Pantone's top 10 colors for Spring 2011. This bright blue, almost a capri blue, works in many applications from a tropical, Caribbean theme to a cool-as-ice palette. Our talented SATeam members have created many items in this color. Click on the links below the pictures to learn more about the item:

Rivoli Sunflower Chain Link Necklace -- Blue and Sterling Silver Bling by gwenbeads

Handmade Blue Lampwork and Sterling Silver Bangle by galadryl

Blue Trumpet Flower/Copper Earrings by mcstoneworks

Blue and Purple Handmade Lampwork Glass Beads - Fairies Are Coming by MyPrecious

Copper and Chalcedony Necklace by NorthernGirlJewelry

ONE Blue Argentium Silver Ear Pin for Pierced and Non Pierced Ears by popnicute

Hearts a Plenty Beadwoven Choker by beaderjojo

Featuring artisan handmade creations by the Starving Artists jewelry Team, the 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: Russet

Today in our color report we look at Russet, one of Pantone's top 10 colors for Spring 2011. This rich, vibrant brown invokes both a walk in the forest as well as delicious chocolate. Our talented SATeam members have created many items in this color. Click on the links below the pictures to learn more about the item: 

Handmade Sterling Silver Lampwork Necklace - Zulu Princess by galadryl

Light Brown Coin Pearl and Gold Filled Necklace by 2BellesBeads

Handcrafted Metallic Brown and Green Beaded Pendant by beadorigami

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

Pearl necklace - Oval Chocolate freshwater pearls handknotted on silk by TwoSilverMoons

Goddess Lampwork Pendant Focal Bead - Pink Symphony by NicoleValentineStudio

Brown Earthtones Hand Painted Wood Beads Bracelet by JewelryArtByDawn

Featuring artisan handmade creations by the Starving Artists jewelry Team, the 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.

Blog Carnival - Colour!

Do you love colour?  If so, you are in luck.  The topic for this month's SATeam blog carnival is: "Tell us about colour in your work."

Follow these links to find out about how these team members use colour in their work.

Northern Girl Jewelry

Island Girl

Bead Sophisticate

J3 Jewelry

BeadSire

The FamiLee Jewels


Today is also the last day to enter the SATeam Mother's Day Giveaway.  Haven't heard about free our giveaway?  See this post to find out all the details about how you could win one of 3 gift certificates that can be redeemed for wonderful handmade jewelry. 

Featuring artisan handmade creations by the Starving Artists jewelry Team, the 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: Silver Peony

Today in our color report we look at Silver Peony, one of Pantone's top 10 colors for Spring 2011. A light, creamy peach color, this shade is easily found in natural pearls. Our talented SATeam members have created many items in this color. Click on the links below the pictures to learn more about the item: 

1 in 8 - Pearl and Gold Breast Cancer Awareness Necklace by 2BellesBeads

Gentle Pearl and Quartz Earrings by lavalleygirly

Navajo Pottery Focal Handmade Lampwork Glass Bead by melissabeads

Coin Pearl Stacked Potato Chip Spacer Silver Earrings by WickwireJewelry

Bridal Pearl Earrings - Marquise Series - Pink - Interchangeable by DianneKargBaron

Peach Jasper Focal Bead Heart Shaped 40 mm by popnicutesupplies

Needle lace shell pendant with pearls - Ocean princess by CatsWire

The Starving Artists Mother’s Day Giveaway Event is on now, but time is running out! What are we giving away? Three gift certificates that can be used towards the purchase of jewelry from any of the participating team members! See this post for the complete list of participating shops, and to find out how to enter. The giveaway ends on May 1, so don't delay!

Featuring artisan handmade creations by the Starving Artists jewelry Team, the 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.

Yes, Chocolate Talks to Me!

Okay, this is a subject near and dear to many of us, especially while shopping. What chocoholic hasn't heard candy bars whispering: "Pssst, over here!". Or those bags of candy that just happened to follow you home. So I got to thinking: what if jewelry pieces should do the same thing? Granted, it would have to put itself in a box and mail itself to me but I would gladly pay the postage COD.

So, in honor of the Mother's Day promotion here I thought I might list just a few of the pieces that ought to be in my mail box.

Here's a very blue bangle from Galadryl Design



You can't get much more red than this from Bead Sire



And this pretty pink red from MC Stoneworks




For spring, a lovely green from: Red Bird Jewellery



And I have always been fascinated with Labradorite. So here's a necklace from Shiny Adornments



And, being a copper lover, heres a pair of earrings from Tasha Chawner



Finally, in keeping with the candy theme (no, haven't forgot chocolate, was trying to tie it in with jewelry) here's a Candy Jade necklace from Studio DTQ



You may be asking how I made these choices. They are from the talented artists participating in the SAT Mother's Day Give Away. See this post for a complete list of the shops.

(In case you were really wondering why the title with chocolate in it, I'm sure it got your attention!)

Featuring artisan handmade creations by the Starving Artists Jewelry Team, the SATeam members create handcrafted jewelry and beads. More information about our team and its current shop owner members can be found at SATeam on Etsy and here on ArtFire.