tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-65206803321265300192024-03-13T23:56:11.475-07:00Lauren's Gemstone Jewelry BlogPeriodic and spontaneous posting of my most recent jewelry happenings; sprinkled with family activities; household updates; proud moments and things that I simply want to share.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07843486569712380013noreply@blogger.comBlogger50125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6520680332126530019.post-34837968209659613692014-02-10T21:16:00.001-08:002014-02-10T21:26:20.623-08:00Valentine's Open House<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07843486569712380013noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6520680332126530019.post-24804028494879086332013-08-09T15:41:00.000-07:002013-08-09T15:41:16.169-07:00Kirkland's SummerFest<div class="MsoNormal">
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07843486569712380013noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6520680332126530019.post-75513839002950966262013-04-29T19:02:00.000-07:002013-04-29T19:07:23.428-07:00Pampered Chef Online show April 30th-May 4th<span style="font-size: large;">ONLINE SHOW -Tuesday April 30th- Saturday May 4th~</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;">I'm hosting an ONLINE Pampered Chef show to help you get the Pampered Chef items you need from the comfort of your own home! Items for any lifestyle... healthier cooking, faster cooking, no cooking... take your pick! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Order/browse at: <a href="http://www.pamperedchef.biz/taren?page=host-search-results&showId=4119863">http://www.pamperedchef.biz/taren?page=host-search-results&showId=4119863</a>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">No need to wait until the 4th to order... the sooner you place your order, the more chances you have to win PRIZES!! Credit/debit cards will not be charged until May 4th. </span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07843486569712380013noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6520680332126530019.post-35074735156364492382012-12-04T18:08:00.003-08:002012-12-04T18:08:18.263-08:00Holiday Artisan Open House<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07843486569712380013noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6520680332126530019.post-5987903775815484892012-10-19T09:57:00.002-07:002012-10-19T09:57:23.318-07:00Holiday Gift Bazaar @ Bellevue Club<div>
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<span style="color: #383725; font-family: Arial;"><span style="background-color: white;">Ditch the list, do something different, and join Lauren's Gemstone Jewelry at the 2012 annual Bellevue Club Holiday Bazaar. H</span><span style="background-color: white;">appening from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 3. Some of the region's best artists and craftspeople are coming together to share their creativity and </span><span style="background-color: white;">are ready to spread some holiday cheer.</span></span></div>
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Each year the Club fills with a variety of vendors, and this year is shaping up to be just as diverse. Shoppers will find soft bedding for baby, relaxing at-home spa products, beautiful baskets, unique home decor, the latest in women's fashion, jewelry for every taste, delicious, local confections and much more.</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I am taking orders for Breast Cancer Awareness bracelets.</span></div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07843486569712380013noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6520680332126530019.post-80025106363807253202012-09-25T14:40:00.004-07:002012-09-25T15:03:34.655-07:00Turquoise Interchangeable earrings<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07843486569712380013noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6520680332126530019.post-47123182542920958492012-09-25T13:11:00.000-07:002012-10-19T09:48:47.593-07:00Bellevue Club Holiday Bazaar<br />
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do something different and visit Lauren's Gemstone Jewelry at the 2012 annual Bellevue Club Holiday Bazaar,
happening from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 3. Some of the region's best
artists and craftspeople are coming together with creativity and personality.</span><br />
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naughty and nice from your list while browsing through the more than 100
vendors in the Bellevue Club's full-size basketball gymnasium and the Olympic
Ballroom. This year's vendors are ready to spread some holiday cheer.</span><br />
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fills with a variety of vendors, and this year is shaping up to be just as
diverse. Shoppers will find soft bedding for baby, relaxing at-home spa
products, beautiful baskets, unique home decor, the latest in women's fashion,
jewelry for every taste, delicious, local confections and much more.</span><br />
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<br /><br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07843486569712380013noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6520680332126530019.post-41641879160802425482012-05-02T14:31:00.002-07:002012-05-02T14:31:16.711-07:00Mother's Day Open House<br />
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<b><span lang="EN" style="color: maroon; font-family: "Arial Narrow"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;">while shopping for the wonderful Mother’s in your life.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07843486569712380013noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6520680332126530019.post-1098377755672428782011-12-08T18:22:00.001-08:002011-12-08T18:22:58.012-08:00Artisan Holiday Open House-Kirkland areaJoin us for an Artisan Holiday Open House on Dec. 11th between 12-6PM<br />
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Enjoy shopping in a personal, yet casual atmosphere for the upcoming holiday season.<br />
Drinks and hors d’ oeuvres will be served. <br />
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We invite you to forward this invitation to your friends and family ~<br />
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Lucky U Cupcakes -LuckyUcupcakes.com<br />
Lauren' Gemstone Jewelry - LaurensGemstoneJewelry.com<br />
Trinkets by T-TrinketsbyT.com<br />
Danette -Tupperware- dklundt@msn.com<br />
Crafty Creations - Leigh Anne - Leighanne_12@yahoo.com<br />
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Cash, Checks, Visa, and MasterCard accepted. Custom orders welcome!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07843486569712380013noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6520680332126530019.post-4634373698348285752011-12-07T16:08:00.000-08:002011-12-07T16:08:23.710-08:00CABI clothing & Gemstone Jewelry show-Kirkland areaMorgana & Pamela are co-hosting a Gemstone Jewelry & CABI clothing show just in time for your holiday shopping.<br />
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Imagine browsing and trying on beautiful handcrafted gemstone jewelry and boutique CABI clothing, presentation free, in the comfort of home, while enjoying appetizers and drinks and shopping at your own pace.<br />
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Lauren's Jewelry is hand crafted with the highest quality gemstones and crystals. There will be a great selection of jewelry,clothing and gifts from which to choose.<br />
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Enjoy a sneak preview of some of Lauren's Jewelry and CABI'S collection at~<br />
www.LaurensGemstoneJewelry.com <br />
www.Facebook.com/LaurensGemstoneJewelry<br />
CABI - View current season: www.pamelastjohn.cabionline.com<br />
CABI - Latest fashions, visit the CAbi blog: www.cabicanary.com<br />
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Please bring a few friends~The more the merrier.<br />
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**Custom orders welcome!*** <br />
Cash, Checks, Visa, and MasterCard accepted.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07843486569712380013noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6520680332126530019.post-52304250166168412742011-11-02T17:57:00.000-07:002011-11-02T17:57:40.627-07:00Bellevue Club Holiday Bazaar<div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;">Please join Lauren's Gemstone Jewelry this Saturday at the Bellevue Club's annual holiday bazaar. You will enjoy over 100 artist and vendor booths while getting a jump on your holiday shopping-early.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 15px;"><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><b style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 15px; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red;">Bellevue Club</span></b></div><div class="adr" style="background-color: white; text-align: left;"><div class="street-address" style="line-height: 15px; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>11200 Se 6th St</b></span></div><div class="locality" style="line-height: 15px; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Bellevue, WA</b></span></div><div class="locality" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; line-height: 15px;"><br />
</div><div class="locality"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 11px; line-height: 15px;"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fevents.linkedin.com%2Fevents%2F787302%2Fclickthru&h=9AQFLhm6p">http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fevents.linkedin.com%2Fevents%2F787302%2Fclickthru&h=9AQFLhm6p</a></span></span></div></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07843486569712380013noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6520680332126530019.post-37742418575954631122011-09-12T15:01:00.001-07:002011-09-12T15:01:37.594-07:00Jewelry PhotosIf you happen to have any pictures of yourself wearing my jewelry and you're willing to let me share them, please send them to me.<br />
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I'd love to share them on my blog along with my website.<br />
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It would be fun to find a "model" who would be willing to get photographed with my signature and unique pieces. If you (or someone you know) would like to help with this please contact me.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07843486569712380013noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6520680332126530019.post-77436288966660174382011-06-20T16:30:00.001-07:002011-06-20T16:34:27.637-07:00Redmond Town Center Arts Festival<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: auto 0in; text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; font-size: 20pt;">Patron of the Arts ~ A special invitation ~</span></b></div><div align="center" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">I’m excited to share with you, I will be exhibiting in Booth #3 at the Redmond Town Center Sidewalk Sale & Arts Festival.</span><br />
</div><div align="center" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">My booth is located near Utopia & Starbucks. Park by the cinemas or Claim Jumper.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I would love you to stop by and see my new designs.</span><br />
</div><div align="center" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">The festival is June 23-26. Event times are Thursday-Saturday from 10am-7pm and Sunday from 11am-5pm.</span><br />
</div><div align="center" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: "Comic Sans MS";">Enjoy an art festival featuring locally handmade crafts for sale, great bargains from retailers, food, music and lots of fun for the whole family!</span><br />
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</div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: auto 0in; text-align: center;"><span class="textexposedshow2"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma; mso-hide: none;">My jewelry is personally hand designed using only the highest quality gemstones and crystals that will bring years of enjoyment at a surprisingly affordable price.</span></span><br />
</div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: auto 0in; text-align: center;"><span class="textexposedshow2"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma; mso-hide: none;">Choose from a great selection of earrings, bracelets, necklaces and more, a perfect gift for you or your special someone.</span></span><br />
</div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: auto 0in; text-align: center;"><span class="textexposedshow2"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma; mso-hide: none;">You can get a sneak preview and a small sampling of my jewelry at LaurensGemstoneJewelry.com or Facebook.com/LaurensGemstoneJewelry or visit my photo gallery at LaurensGems.blogspot.com</span></span><br />
</div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: auto 0in; text-align: center;"><span class="textexposedshow2"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma; mso-hide: none;">I can’t wait to see you so please mark the date on your calendar!</span></span><br />
</div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: auto 0in; text-align: center;"><span class="textexposedshow2"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma; mso-hide: none;">With jewelry prices starting as low as $18.00, you cannot afford to miss the fun.</span></span></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: auto 0in; text-align: center;"><span class="textexposedshow2"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma; mso-hide: none;">Custom orders welcome!</span></span></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: auto 0in; text-align: center;"><span class="textexposedshow2"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Comic Sans MS"; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma; mso-hide: none;">Cash, Checks, Visa, and MasterCard accepted.</span></span></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07843486569712380013noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6520680332126530019.post-1506617992870277912011-06-06T19:24:00.000-07:002011-06-06T19:24:36.673-07:00Question-<span class="messageBody">Tell me- What was the most memorable piece of jewelry you wore as a teenager and why</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07843486569712380013noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6520680332126530019.post-27011879260349726432011-05-25T22:01:00.000-07:002011-05-25T22:01:42.807-07:00blogI'm so sorry I've neglected my blog lately I've had so much going on outside of my jewelry world, I haven't even had a chance to check into my own beads, which is crazy in its own right. I will update you on what is going on in hopes you find it interesting. ha haAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07843486569712380013noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6520680332126530019.post-9791808790134638312011-05-14T17:39:00.000-07:002011-05-14T17:41:01.804-07:00Jewelry picturesIf you happen to have any pictures of yourself wearing my jewelry and you're willing to let me share them, please send them to me.<br />
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I'd love to share them on my blog along with my website.<br />
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It would be fun to find a "model" who would be willing to get photographed with my signature and unique pieces. If you (or someone you know) would like to help with this please contact me.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07843486569712380013noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6520680332126530019.post-79793706459415930782011-05-08T15:33:00.000-07:002011-05-08T15:33:32.374-07:00Photos from the Club SUR trunk showHappy Mother's Day- I hope you all are having a wonderful day.<br />
Thanks to everyone who come to the show yesterday.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5saBHUDAFK0/TccYdTOxaOI/AAAAAAAABAg/ztP5UUIF4s0/s1600/P5070003.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" j8="true" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5saBHUDAFK0/TccYdTOxaOI/AAAAAAAABAg/ztP5UUIF4s0/s320/P5070003.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">My booth at the show</div><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-mesrLJ0NUFg/TccZfOkn_xI/AAAAAAAABAo/kBiqfXGz-pQ/s1600/P5070028.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" j8="true" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-mesrLJ0NUFg/TccZfOkn_xI/AAAAAAAABAo/kBiqfXGz-pQ/s320/P5070028.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">they had some entertainment on stage. Very impressive show</div><br />
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$10 Cash Only at the Door- $5 off voucher- </span><a href="http://www.sfw2011springtrunkshow.eventbrite.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="color: #3b5998;"><span>www.sfw2011springtrunkshow</span><wbr><span class="word_break"></span></span>.eventbrite.com</span></a><span style="color: #333333;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"> (ends May 6, 11:59pm)<br />
* Each voucher valid for 1 ticket only at the door<br />
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Lauren's Gemstone Jewelry (<a href="http://www.laurensgemstonejewelry.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span>www.LaurensGemstoneJewelry</span><wbr><span class="word_break"></span>.com</a><span style="color: #333333;">)</span>Lucy Loves Ethel Clothing (</span><a href="http://www.lucylovesethel.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.lucylovesethel.com/</a><span style="color: #333333;">)<br />
MacFashion House (</span><a href="http://www.myspace.com/macfashionhouse" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span>www.myspace.com/macfashion</span><wbr><span class="word_break"></span>house</a><span style="color: #333333;">)<br />
Gypsy Palace Boutique (</span><a href="http://www.gypsypalace.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.gypsypalace.com/</a><span style="color: #333333;">)<br />
Ahni Radvanyi (</span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/ahniradvanyi" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span>www.etsy.com/shop/ahniradv</span><wbr><span class="word_break"></span>anyi</a><span style="color: #333333;">)</span><span style="color: #333333;">MORE TO COME!!<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Meet local clothing & jewelry designers & shop their spring collections and many other specialty business will be on hand for shopping too!<br />
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For updates, visit: </span></span><a href="http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=217887134895422" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span>www.facebook.com/event.php</span><wbr><span class="word_break"></span>?eid=217887134895422</span></a><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">We had over 30 people show up and we went through more than 7 bottles of vino, a bunch of beer and plenty of great food.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><br />
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</div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: .25in; text-align: center;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN" style="color: maroon; font-family: "Arial Narrow"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;">Please join us for an evening of drinks, and hors d’ oeuvres while shopping for the wonderful </span></b></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: .25in; text-align: center;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN" style="color: maroon; font-family: "Arial Narrow"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;">Mother’s in your life.</span></b></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: .25in; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: .25in; text-align: center;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN" style="color: maroon; font-family: "Arial Narrow"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;">Stop in anytime between 5-9pm, this is an open house format.</span></b></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: .25in; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: .25in; text-align: center;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN" style="color: maroon; font-family: "Arial Narrow"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;">Bring a friend or two</span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN" style="color: maroon; font-family: "Arial Narrow"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: maroon; font-family: "Arial Narrow"; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Shop Lucy Loves Ethel, a local clothing designer and </span></b></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: .25in; text-align: center;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: maroon; font-family: "Arial Narrow"; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Lauren’s Gemstone Jewelry, my personal jewelry line. <br />
Ladies, I will have a wish list available so your husband and children may choose items you </span></b></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: .25in; text-align: center;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: maroon; font-family: "Arial Narrow"; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">desire and still “surprise” you.</span></b></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: .25in; text-align: center;"></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: .25in; text-align: center;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN" style="color: maroon; font-family: "Arial Narrow"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;">Mother’s Day is May 8<sup>th</sup></span></b></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: .25in; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: .25in; text-align: center;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: maroon; font-family: "Arial Narrow"; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Grande";">Lucy Loves Ethel- Women's Clothing -*Fashion *Versatility *Style For the lifestyle YOU live.</span></b></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: .25in; text-align: center;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: maroon; font-family: "Arial Narrow"; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Grande";"><a href="http://www.lucylovesethel.com/"><span style="color: #c1a123;">http://www.lucylovesethel.com/</span></a></span></b></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: .25in; text-align: center;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: maroon; font-family: "Arial Narrow"; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Grande";"><br />
Lauren's Gemstone Jewelry -*Artistic* Elegant * Affordable* Jewelry designs. Enhancing your natural beauty through the use of Gemstones and Crystals</span></b></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: .25in; text-align: center;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: maroon; font-family: "Arial Narrow"; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Grande";"><a href="http://www.laurensgemstonejewelry.com/"><span style="color: purple;">www.LaurensGemstoneJewelry.com</span></a></span></b></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: .25in; text-align: center;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: maroon; font-family: "Arial Narrow"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Grande";"><a href="http://www.laurensgems.blogspot.com/"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span style="color: #c1a123;">www.Laurensgems.blogspot.com</span></span></a></span></b></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: .25in; text-align: center;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: maroon; font-family: "Arial Narrow"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Grande";"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/LaurensGemstoneJewelry"><span style="color: purple; font-size: xx-small;">www.Facebook.com/LaurensGemstoneJewelry</span></a></span></b></div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-pagination: none; tab-stops: .25in; text-align: center;"><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">A <span class="yshortcutscs4-visible"><span id="lw_1303836926_0">trunk show</span> essentially means that the designer of a fashion line comes to the show sharing their fashions directly to the customers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is a great way for designers to get personal feedback from the customers on what they like and don’t like</span></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07843486569712380013noreply@blogger.com0