Aaaaand... I'm pooped.

 (twinkle by irene suchocki)

After the first of the year my Etsy shop will be cleared of past collections (all except the Fall/Winter) to, symbolically I suppose, make way for a whole new rush of designs for the Spring. Everything is 25% off with this code ( SHOP2010 ) until December 31st (includes sale items- does not include custom orders). The main website will, essentially, stay the same, but my process over the next two months will be to streamline, further simplify and fine tune all in an effort to further enhance the Ciara Obscura aesthetic and brand.

With each new collection I work on comes a boat load of heart thumping anticipation for the unfolding.  This time is no different.  I love love love putting together designs.  I do.  The possibilities make my head go crazy (crazier) and it's only when I start to hone in on the details and materials that I think, "Holy geez, I can't believe I get to do this for a living!"  I'm not kidding.  I get this feeling every single time.  And I'm glad I do- otherwise, what's the point of doing it.

So there's only so much I can share as far as a sneak peek goes at this point, but here's a little heads up:
* I'm bringing my silver work jewelry back... both the bold and the ... er... lesser bold.
* Hair adornments that'll make you wonder why in the heck you don't just wear one every day of your life.
* Vamped up, high end designs for the bridal world and glammed up world alike.
* More floral bouquets...


This week ahead will be me and a blank wall to stare at because I need nothing in my head after this Holiday rush.  Oh but first I need to complete an order of a variation on this and an order of this.  And then it's just me and that wall for a few days.

Enjoy a safe and festive New Year's Eve!

♥Brides Magazine feature!♥

Just discovered that Ciara Obscura was featured in a Brides Magazine editorial feature on vintage inspired bridal wear!  This is good, very good, news and such a special early Christmas treat, too.

Have a peek over HERE!

Winter Glow + Cozy

Feeling peaceful, inspired and slightly spacey.  And these wonderful photos from Zinke Design really have my number.
Come now... float with...

Aaaaahhhhhh.... perfection.

*Gift Pack Treasures*

I've received a number of requests for putting together an assortment of jewelry and hair adornments as a sort of gift basket for their special loves.  It's such a great idea that I thought I'd offer this option for everyone... bundle up three or more adornments and you'll save a whopping 30% on the entire order.  Throw in a gift certificate as an added bonus treat so your pal, family member, partner, your very favorite girl can enjoy even more possibilities after the Holidays (can be mailed as a hard copy card or emailed).

This is a super fun customized process, so definitely feel free to contact me and we can work out specific designs with your budget for the pack.

*UPDATE* Want just one or two items?  Everything in the Rare Bird and Luxe Bridal collections is 25% off with this code: Holiday2010 on the main website.
And nearly everything in the Etsy shop is 20-40% off up through December 31st or until materials and stock run out... whichever comes first!

Here are some examples of (but is not limited to) what is available...

Peaceful and Lovely:

 Festive and Regal:

 Luminous and Elegant:

Fun and Flirty:

 Cute and Bold:

 Unconventional and Colorful:

 Girly and Sassified:

 Powerful and Sophisticated:

Yay for the Holidays!

Clusters

In any moment, on any given day, I'll become transfixed by either the complexity or the simplicity of my environment.  Both can make or break an atmosphere and I'm usually very careful to make sure my world plays out in the most beautiful way possible... ups and downs and all.

That said, I enjoy clusters of things.  Like this bunch of trimmings...

and neutral things...

and wild things...

and yummy things...

 (top three photos from decor8 and ohjoy)

Oh Joy...

A few things, real quick...

*Both my main website and my Etsy shop have really pretty wonderful things happening right now.  Most everything is 25-40% off.  No kidding.

* New Holiday Treats are now available!  *You're a Gem* earrings and charms  AND *Party Time* hair adornments are up and ready for some gift giving lovin' (or as a treat just for you).  And all at totally reasonable prices... which is, of course, a plus.

* Etsy shop steals and deals: Most everything has been marked 25-40% off.  Peruse through and snag some pretties while they're still around!

* Main Ciara Obscura site steals and deals: Use this discount code ( Holiday2010 ) at checkout for 25% off all Rare Bird and Luxe Bridal collection designs.

** Oh!  Gift Certificates are available and custom orders are always welcome... **

Back to work for this girl... it's been non stop these days.
I will, of course, be sure to get in some much needed down time with a good book and maybe a stiff drink (or a hot chocolate).