Happy Happy Today

Sunday, June 13, 2010

Happy Happy Today

Today is my birthday! I had a nice breakfast, and I've spent the rest of the day in the studio, messing up my fingernails! They look like I've been working on heavy machinery.

But really I've been working on some different closures.

Like this medal with a large loop at the top, it says "VALEUR ET DISTINCTION" in french. It was cast from an original french antique.

I combined it with an old skeleton key, with the number "6" at the top, putting a loop on the back to make it into a toggle.

My hubby went to the bookstore and picked up a copy of the Summer 2010 Issue of Belle Armoire Jewelry. I'm excited to spend part of this evening reading through it.

The article on the Faux Amber turned out well, I think. And Deryn Mentock and Nancy Schindler have articles in there, too.

I'll spend some quiet indoor time this evening looking at the whole thing, can't wait.

We're having a Boef Bourguignon tonight, yum. That won't require any VALEUR but it will be a dinner with DISTINCTION, for sure.

With some fresh french bread and Missouri vineyard red wine.

Happy Birthday to Me! A nice day, enjoyable and memorable.

21 comments:

beautifullybrokenme said...: Happy Birtday Lynn! I can't think of a better way to spend the day then in the workshop creating and then relaxing with BAJ. Enjoy your day, and here's wishing you many, many more!

:-) Molly; 6/13/2010
Vintajia Adornments said...: Wishing you a very happy birthday; 6/13/2010
Unknown said...: Happy Birthday, Lynn!; 6/13/2010
SummersStudio said...: Happy Birthday, Lynn! Finger nails? What are those :-) Supper sounds wonderful! I think given you have a Sunday birthday, you should indulge in a birthday week! Hugs.; 6/13/2010
Beatnheart said...: Happy , Happy Birthday to you dear , talented Lynn...enjoy the rest of your day...; 6/13/2010
Beverly Herman said...: Happy Birthday Lynn! Glad your birthday was spent doing things you enjoy.; 6/13/2010
EmandaJ said...: Happy Birthday Lynn,

So that is why we think alike! My birthday is at the end of this week -- we're two-peas-in-a-pod Geminis!

And many more happy birthdays,
Emanda; 6/13/2010
Spirited Earth said...: a very happy birthday to you..love your work.; 6/13/2010
Lucid Moon Studio said...: Happy Birthday Lynn!! Sounds like you're having a great one! I agree with LeAnn, celebrate all week!!

Lisa; 6/13/2010
LLYYNN - Lynn Davis said...: Thank you, friends, I had a yummy dinner last night and enjoyed a spot of TV before crashing for the night - and yes, Emanda, I'm a midsummer girl like you!; 6/14/2010
WW said...: Happy Birthday Lynn. I hope it was a good one.; 6/14/2010
jacquio said...: hope you had a very Happy Birthday Lynn. It's mine today! xxxx; 6/14/2010
Trish said...: Happy Belated Birthday Lynn! I hope this year is the best year yet. I haven't put my hands on the new Belle Armoire yet but I am excited to see it.

Trish; 6/14/2010
Anonymous said...: Dear Lynn! Happy b-day! Congrats on your faux amber article...great contribution.; 6/14/2010
sandi m said...: Lynn,
Happy Belated Birthday.
I was finishing up doing damage at the Bead & Button Show.
Have you ever thought of exhibiting? Your pieces would be a perfect fit at that show.; 6/14/2010
Riki Schumacher said...: Belated birthday wishes my friend! Hope is was a spectacular one for sure. Breakfast, then playing, perfect! Hugs, Riki; 6/14/2010
LLYYNN - Lynn Davis said...: To top it off, there was a concert by Carole King and James Taylor on the PBS station - talk about music being a time machine!

... the secret to life is enjoying the passage of time ...

Thanks, Sweet Baby James!; 6/14/2010
Alice said...: Happy Birthday Lynn! I hope you were able to enjoy your day any way you wanted!; 6/14/2010
Marcie Abney Carroll said...: I just saw your piece last night while I was reading mags at the B&N. Congratulations! Your pieces look wonderful. Happy Birthday!; 6/15/2010
LLYYNN - Lynn Davis said...: Hi, Deryn - I sent you a goodie package, keep an eye out for the postman.

Alice, did the postman bring you something fun, too?

Hi, Riki, your new pieces are wonderful and I saw your article in the BAJ too - fantastic!; 6/15/2010
heartartz said...: Happy Birthday to you
Happy Birthday to you
Happy Birthday Dear Lynn n
Happy Birthday to you

sorry this is late
hope it was GREAT!; 6/22/2010

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These are so amazing and drop dead gorgeous!!! It's so hard to pick out a favorite one because I love all of them ... soooo sweet looking. I just love the muted colors. It's perfect ... I love an aged red look. I'm so glad I got it, I love the color ... it looks like it was found in an attic ... LOVE IT!!!! Then, I saw the pewter gift pieces! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! They are just beautiful and I can't wait to create soething with them. I can't wait to see what new creations you'll come up with in the future ... I'm always on the lookout for your listings.

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Thanks again for everything ... Debbie

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A most wonderful and creative expression of art! I love, love, love your work. Thanks for the ultra quick shipping and extra little treat! You are wonderful! Gail

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lynndavis's work is ALWAYS unique!, whimsical!, so much fun!, magical!; packaged artistically!, sent quickly! and also well crafted! Thanks for making such wonderful art jewelry!! Renata

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Dear Lynn, This piece is amazing, even better in person. I love it! Thank you for the "state of new" charm with the cross, I fell in love with it also. You are such a gift, I am blessed to have crossed paths with you. Thank you again dear friend. Always, Gloria
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Lynn, good morning! I received the necklace yesterday and it is beyond amazing! I love how you put everything together. It is perfect! I marvel over all of your work and visit your shop often. Thank you also for the earrings, what a treat! I so appreciate your artistry and creativity, thank you for putting it out into the world. Gail
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i never have had such a beautiful piece of jewelry in my whole life, everytime i hold it in my hands it takes my breath away...i love everything about this piece including the box and delicate pouch for it to reside in..thank you from my heart!! xo~ KIM
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Hi, When I left the feedback I forgot to thank you for extra set of beads and I LOVE your little paper box!! Thanks, Terry
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Hi Lynn,I absolutely love this pendant .. In fact I was afraid to leave it to add more of your beautiful pieces! :-) I'm so thrilled to find you and your fantastic work!! I'm hoping to find some "creative beading time" next week to play with all my new goodies. I love everything so much! Thanks so much for all the wonderful gifts you always tuck in the packages, You're such a sweetie. :-)
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Hi Lynn, I got them today and they're gorgeous! Thank you so much for the extras. I love the crowns even more than I thought I would. There's one that's sort of a small size...the smallest one. I really like that size and may want to get more. Thank you again! I'm excited! Deryn
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I purchased the compass rose necklace you created that was photographed in Belle Armoire last year. I love it, by the way, but I have a small question...I am a writer and have just finished a novel that I am trying to publish. I am about to complete a personal website for the book, and I would like to photograph the necklace to be one of the pop-up photos on my website. Would you have any problem with a photo of the necklace appearing on my web page? I wanted to get permission since you are the rightful creator of the piece. I just wanted to use the necklace because I am so personally fond of it. Thank you for considering. :) Best wishes to you and yours, Kelly
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I just can not begin to describe how beautiful and well made this necklace is. It's perfect. Thank you! LeAnn
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This is a beautiful necklace, built with love and received with a gracious heart! Every item she makes is a treasure, and is worth more than its weight in gold! Jenny
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Oh, it's so beautiful, you did a fantastic job painting it, and your little box is darling. You are the BEST! Sue
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This was a gift for my son's mother in law and she LOVED it!! Thank you Lynn!!
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This piece is actually more amazing in person, the picture didn't do it justice. I am more than pleased, it was suppose to be a gift but it's mine now! Thank you Lynn, I am never dissapointed! Gloria
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i've been both a little dismayed and very inspired by all the skilled and talented artists on etsy. until recently, i couldn't have named a dozen of the best without looking at a list. Now that i've discovered Lynn Davis, i've always got a place to start. She's one of those people who not only comes up with fantastic ideas then does all the work herself, even though according to her blog, she has very little time to devote to her artwork. take a look. her prices are affordable and purchases arrive very promptly. take a look at her work, then treat yourself to ten minutes (at least) with her blog. Lynn in Alabama
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Lynn Davis is a wonderful discovery. her work and her blog both inspire me, and her pieces are incredibly original and mysterious and reasonable and get from there to here faster than Superwoman. and my first order came with a delightful gift. I recommend her without reservation. Artemesia
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Lovely seller with very reasonably priced items of interest ... Thanks for the wonderful communication and the nicely prepared package. Claire
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STUNNING! Thank you Lynn for everything! You're awesome - Julie J
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i LOVE it - it looks stunning with my shift dresses!! and thank you for the cute earrings :o) - Anna
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This is so cute!!! I am wearing it right now and have gotten so many compliments today at work. It looks like an authentic Civil War prayer rosary necklace. Thank you so much! I LOVE IT!!! - Angela
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Lynn, this is such a wonderful necklace. I'm thrilled. It goes with everything and I wear it so often. Thanks so much. Julie L
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All I can say is WOW!! SOOOOO pretty in person too, especially when the light hits them. What a talented artist. My dragonfly loving friends are going to be very jealous when they see these earrings. I will definitely be back for more! Thank you so much Lynn!! I will wear them with pride :) - Heather
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This piece is 100% fantastic! I love it, and this seller could not have been any kinder to work with. An excellent buy and an excellent transaction all around. - Kelly
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