Thank you from Mary Lu

I was happy and grateful to see my collage pendants mentioned on The Carrotbox jewellery blog this week. If you are not familiar with The Carrotbox, then you must go NOW and check it out. But be warned, it is addicting and there is new delicious eye candy everyday. If you are not an art jewelry addict yet, especially for rings, you will soon be chanting, "Feed my Fingers".

Thank you to The Carrotbox!

I'm also thankful to Grounds for Sculpture in Hamilton NJ, where you can now find some of my art jewelry for sale in their Museum Gift Shop. I love that place, it is so unique and inspiring. I'm so excited to be able to offer my own art jewelry there. Please make the trip this Spring or Summer, especially if you are in NJ, PA, NY or DE. It is worth the trip!

Finally, I'm sending a belated thank you to the folks at Artella for publishing my how-to article on Making Found Object Art Jewelry. The article was published in December 2009 in Artella's *Art Journaling Journey* online magazine Issue 14.

I always feel good when I see others recycling as a part of making their art. I was glad to share some techniques.

Back to my studio now. Every day I am making something..usually rings. They are starting to appear on my new website. Take a look at www.MaryLuWason.com .

Asbury Park Images at the Boardwalk 2009

I have several 100 year old postcards on my site of Asbury Park NJ circa 1909. I took some pictures last week of some familiar spots as they are now in 2009. Here you'll see, Convention Hall, The Paramount, The Casino, Madame Marie's, and the now empty Carasoul building.

Love Letter Valentine Altered Art Domino Pendants

Yesterday, I made these sweet little pendants, using collages of vintage
images and dominos. I solder a frame around the edge and a sterling silver
jumpring.

Aren't they sweet?

If you are nearby, at the Jersey Shore, come down on Friday or Saturday to
Vintage Variety on First Ave in Atlantic Highlands. I'll be there with these
pendants and other jewelry - something for every style and price range.

Have a Sweet Valentine's Day!

Back from a Renaissance Faire

My sincere apologies to my online friends and customers. I have been spending a minimum amount of time online this summer, as I've been doing several markets, fairs and festivals each week. The outdoor selling season is coming to a close soon, so I will be concentrating more online shortly.

This weekend I did The Lakewood Renaissance Faire. It was my first Renn Fair as a vendor and it was really fun. I had to alter my booth display a bit for the theme, as well as my wardrobe! Here are some photos, courtesy of my son.

The RennFair inspired me to create lots of new products for the Mystic Isle Collection. I promise to get them online soon.

Happy First Day of Autumn!

Unique Jewelry at Farmer's Market in Highlands NJ Every Saturday

Come and see me at the Farmer's Market in Highlands NJ on Saturday mornings from 9am till 2pm. The market runs July through October, rain or shine. You can buy some local produce, like Jersey tomatoes and blueberries. And you can support your local artists and craftspeople, like me! All of my jewelry is hand-made and every piece is unique. All earrings are on sterling silver wires. And best of all, my local prices are MUCH lower than the website. Come and see!

Here's a link to show you a map of Highlands and how to get there. It's a little town just across from Sandy Hook (Gateway National Park). So, it's a great place to stop on your way to the beach. The market is at Huddy Park on Waterwitch and Bay Avenues.