For as long as I can remember, I've been in love with the desert Southwestern part of the United States. Growing up in Pennsylvania, it was a stark contrast. I loved the Native American history, too. Each month I would excitedly await the delivery of the
Arizona Highways magazine my uncle, who lives in Arizona, would send my parents. I was in absolute awe of the photography, just the whole magazine itself. I read that magazine cover to cover for as long as I can remember! I sincerely believed this, in part, has shaped who I am today. My thoughts, my dreams, my inspirations.... I dabble in photography, nature photography being my favorite, and have always loved the natural world around me and native american jewelry! I can remember receiving my first piece of jewelry containing turquoise, given to me by my father when I was about 10. It's a turquoise, coral, mother of pearl inlay ring; the motif a Thunderbird...I still own that ring, and it's one of my most treasured pieces.
Some of my favorite pieces of jewelry to design are inspired by the Southwest. I can almost feel the dry heat on my skin, and inhale the clean air when I'm working on a piece. I'm always reminded of some of the great times I had when I actually got to visit, and eventually live in Arizona for a while. (That was many moons ago, and I've been back in PA a long time now).
These are just a few favorites in my Southwest Inspired Treasure Collection. I hope you enjoy them as much as I love creating them!
I almost forgot to mention, if you really love any of these pieces they are on sale in
my Etsy shop! Use coupon code MEMDAY at checkout, and enjoy 25% off your purchase! The Memorial Day Sale is in effect until May 31, 2011.
I wish you all happy, and safe holiday weekend! And don't forget to take a moment to remember why we really celebrate this day!
~Peace~
Pixe
