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Chatter
on “A Green Cuff”:“Love this green with copper. Awesome!…” read »
- on “Recycled Blues”:
“Very pretty!…” read »
on “Lots of Copper”:“Love the new shapes, Nancy. This gift will be keeping you busy for quite awhile!…” read »
on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“Beautiful!! I just went & looked at your tute. While I haven't tried it yet I…” read »
on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“Oooh, I love the look of that wire against the glass. It makes me think of…” read »
on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“Great colors…” read »
- on “A Green Cuff”:
“LOVE IT!!…” read »
- on “Yellow Dragonfly”:
“I do like it. Not as much as the blue but aqua blue is my fave…” read »
on “Night Owl”:“Lovely!…” read »
- on “Blue beauty”:
“Very pretty!…” read »
- on “~ Brigantine Beach ~”:
“Beautiful!…” read »
- on “Raspberry and Cream!”:
“Lovely!…” read »
- on “Mystic Mystery”:
“Lovely set!…” read »
- on “Yellow Dragonfly”:
“Pretty!…” read »
on “A Green Cuff”:“FABULOUS!!!
…” read »- on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:
“Beautiful!…” read »
- on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“These are pretty!…” read »
- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“Lovely!…” read »
- on “Recycled Blues”:
“LOVELY!…” read »
- on “In The Garden of Olives”:
“LOvely !…” read »
- on “Lots of Copper”:
“These are adorable!…” read »
- on “A Green Cuff”:
“Love this Nancy!…” read »
on “Lots of Copper”:“So cool!…” read »
on “A Green Cuff”:“I agree, this color is gorgeous with copper....great piece!…” read »
- on “Ice Ice Druzy”:
“That druzy is cool. Great piece!…” read »
- on “Simply Crystal”:
“Lovely design!…” read »
- on “Fancy Circutry”:
“Very cool!…” read »
- on “A Little Vintage”:
“Well done! Love the focal.…” read »
on “My MacGyver Heart”:“Absolutely gorgeous! You've also given me some inspiration for my teal colored wire that I bought…” read »
on “Tranquility”:“Thanks! I got them at a Gem show last year.…” read »
- on “~ Brigantine Beach ~”:
“Thank you Becky and Wanda. Fostering is very rewarding and I get to play with…” read »
on “In The Garden of Olives”:“I like your choices for the pendant. Its all very beautiful.…” read »
- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“I thought it was a Jasper, but wasn't quite sure. Yes they are a beautiful green.…” read »
- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“My bad--Brazilian rainforest JASPER. They still have the chips but these bigger pieces were a…” read »
- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“Thanks everyone, and thanks Becky for letting me know. I know I got them from LB…” read »
- on “Recycled Blues”:
“Lovely!…” read »
- on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“Dang you are good!!!
Gonna try it your way, post it later. …” read » - on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:
“LOvely!…” read »
- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“Brazilian jade? I have some I got here. Love the design!!!!!
…” read » 
on “Recycled Blues”:“Very fun and summery. The swirls on the end of the wires is really nice. I…” read »
My new display
About this design:
I wanted a really unique look for my shows, something that would really stand out. So I used an antique suitcase, crates, vases, antique doilies, books, a crate my husband made from barn wood that is 130 years old, wire spools, unique items from home goods stores, etc.
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Add your thoughts!
On Jul 21, 2012 at 8:44 pm #
pencespovrmoyedv says:Val, I love the wonderful vintage feel of the displays! Very inviting and definitely unique! I love it! I definitely think it makes your jewelry stand out! Good luck at your show!
On Jul 21, 2012 at 9:59 pm #
Bettys Beads says:Well!!! you certainaly achieved a very unique look for your beautiful jewelry. I hope you did well.
On Jul 21, 2012 at 10:16 pm #
Tres Chick says:You’ve done a great job of making your booth stand out. I have to tell you – I especially like the wire wheel – it brings back memories of my poor college days, when most of my apartment was furnished with wire wheels that I would roll home.
Is your wheel on a rotating base, like a lazy susan? (Or maybe that wouldn’t fit with your display.)
On Jul 21, 2012 at 11:46 pm #
puppychick labratbecky says:Just curious, does anyone want to buy any of the stage pieces? I like how it looks!
On Jul 22, 2012 at 3:31 pm #
Mary S - Sweet Chick says:Val, I love your display! Wonderful and very creative uses of everyday items! It’s inviting and appealing to the eye! I like it a lot!
On Jul 22, 2012 at 8:07 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Val, your display is fantastic! Very appealing to the eye & I love the vintage feel of it! Your jewelry, as always, is so beautiful!
On Jul 22, 2012 at 9:40 pm #
Retro By Design says:This looks fabulous! Always looking for new ways to display at shows! Thanks for sharing!
On Jul 23, 2012 at 8:00 am #
JustImagine - Val says:Thanks ladies! The show was great. A few people did want to buy my props …especially the little dragonfly.
The wheel isn’t on a turntable….yet 
On Jul 23, 2012 at 8:50 am #
sunny chick says:Val, your display is amazing! Hope your show was a smashing success!
On Jul 23, 2012 at 2:00 pm #
Rocky D says:Sure love the looks of your display. I have a question? Do you put all your items out or just some. I am new to the show aspect and did not want things to look overwhelming if I put everything out.thanks!
On Jul 23, 2012 at 6:38 pm #
Little Round Chick says:Great looking display!
On Jul 24, 2012 at 5:05 pm #
JustImagine - Val says:Rocky – I don’t put everything out. I try to do a variety of styles and colors. When something sells I either replace it with another item or rearrange things a little. I’ve even had a few customers come back behind the booth and look through my case drawers.
If you can get most of your items up off the table…elevated at different levels, I personally think it is more pleasing to the eye. Good luck at your shows.
On Jul 24, 2012 at 8:48 pm #
Asia says:Lovely display
On Jul 27, 2012 at 8:36 am #
Kathie M says:Always looking for ways to make my booth look great and your did.
On Aug 09, 2012 at 7:55 am #
SpoonLady aka Christina says:Love the look of your booth! Am ready for a change and have been looking for ideas, I think I found a few, lol.
On Dec 02, 2012 at 1:34 am #
Sylvia N says:Great booth!It’s very inviting and makes you want to stay and look around.Great ideas,good job:)