Just like everyone else, I am caught in the Christmas whirlwind! Here are a few pieces to inspire you for the holidays

More Bridal Creations

This bracelet I would wear....but it is a nice bridal piece

I just finished this for a lovely bride to be. The high quality of the pearls make ALL the difference.

Holiday Open House

I love this purse! It is made from velvet and embellished with french ribbon roses and a vintage rhinestone pin. These can be ordered in wine, plum and deep green as well. The ribbon and pin will vary. The price is $75 and there is a 2 week turnaround time.

BelCanto is having an open house of our sparkling 1930-1960 vintage jewelry. The times are November 8th 12-3 and November 9th 2-4. I will have this set up through November 22nd so feel free to make an appointment if you are not able to make those times (map84@nc.rr.com)The open house will be at 1007 Senoma Place in Apex. You will be able to make a WISHLIST which we will keep for those two weeks. I am still working on posting....we have run into a few glitches....so you may contact me if there is something you see on line and are not able to attend. I am able to sell through my ETSY shop....just hit the link on the right.

Oooops.....I forgot this one!

A few more Holiday goodies!

I am so excited about the upcoming holiday season! I have been collecting some beautiful vintage jewelry pieces in the past year as I have been collecting for "wedding material". I am going to be offering these on my blog as well as a home showing in November. Stay tuned for more info and here is a sneak peek!

It's a BEAUTIFUL Autumn day here....the wonderful golden glow crossing over the summer green. These beauties seem to fit the day........warm golden glow and a soft sparkle. I especially like the Julianna....it is made from a rare, beautiful Julianna brooch. I love the way it plays with the light.

Welcome Jolie Day Spa clients!

As a special welcome, I am offering a 10% discount in my Etsy shop. It is limited to one item per person. To qualify for this discount, just let me know which piece in the BelCanto display at Jolie you like best. Enter that choice in the comment section under this entry. When you go to my Etsy shop "convo" me about the discount when you are ready to check out. Enjoy shopping!

Sunday Shoot

We had a late start on this last shoot so there aren't many pics .....but one I just love! Beginnings of autumn....vintage.....romantic~ I also included the non colour photo for a totally different effect

Here's a great way to start a new week........a BelCanto give-away.
RitzyBeeBlog is giving away a $50 gift certificate to BelCanto Designs.
Just go to the Glamour This! in the "inspiration" bar of the blog.


This photo is from our last photo shoot.....my husband was into rocks that day...... It gives a different feel

There are many new pieces I am working on which means .........a new photo shoot! Be sure to check back in a few days

Just after posting the winner of the Wedding Bee contest, I realized that the 1930's Deco Bow was the very first listing in my Etsy shop this past April.....it was so exciting listing it!

And this Garland was the first haircomb we sold......so there you have it...a little walk down memory lane.

Wedding Bee Contest Winner.......Jill Workman!!!!!
Jill has chosen the 1930's Deco Bow haircomb to wear at her garden themed wedding. Congratulations Jill

Jennifer's "Perfect Wedding"

How often do you hear someone talk about their "perfect wedding"? In my experience, not often!

Jennifer was one of my voice students - she has a BEAUTIFUL voice - who met her prince charming during a break from college. Their Perfect Wedding was this past July.

The necklace and earrings Jennifer is wearing are made with 1930's crystals...they really sparkle! Her bridesmaids' jewelry is also made with vintage crystals.

Weddingbee Giveaway!

Weddingbee (http://www.weddingbee.com/) is holding a Bel Canto Designs Giveaway today. The prize is a $75 gift certificate to Bel Canto Designs (http://belcanto.etsy.com).

See http://www.weddingbee.com/author/contests to enter.

Weddingbee is a wedding blog updated daily by 20 or so real brides across the world. They chronicle every aspect of their wedding planning journey - sharing ideas, diy projects, research, and their personal wedding stories. I am certainly grateful for their sponsorship today!

My husband calls these photos Miss Sassafrass 2008..... real pageant queen attire.

Here are a few more photos from our session yesterday. It was such a nice day....not our usual August high 90's. These are freshwater pearls mixed with vintage pieces. The comb is the 3 inch pearl and crystal.

We have been trying to set up a time for a "photo

session" for quite awhile. Today everything came together and......it happened!

This is lovely Christian. She is one of my former

voice students that has become a bride.....and quite

a beautiful one at that.

She is wearing a tiara, necklace and bracelet that

I used baroque pearl vintage pieces to create.

It is so hard to get a feeling for what something will

look like from those little photos on etsy.

This gives you the full picture....so to speak.

It;s very romantic and lovely