Moving on Up

Change is good. Moving is exciting. Check out my new digs at:

http://www.chikahisastudios.com/blog

Come visit.

Search for Spring: Step 12

And finally.

12. Dreaming of Paris.

But learning to accept the Spring I'm in.

Search for Spring: Step 11

Lest we forget:

11. Sorting out who left their holiday lights up as a fun, festive winter thing.

And who is just too lazy to take them down.

Search for Spring: Step 10

A wee bit more:

10.Recognition.

Freed of winter armor, I see you, and you see me, and we are all together.

Hello world.

I no longer need to remember your coat of arms.

I can see your face and we can exchange a smile along with our customary nod.

Garance Doré: Kirna + Zabete

Search for Spring: Step 9

More thoughts on my Spring treasure hunt:

9. Wind that doesn't hurt and make me cower.

The Sartorialist. University Place, NYC

Search for Spring: Step 8

Looking for Spring, and finding:

8. Putting winter away in a closet

and

unearthing all that I had squirreled away with hope

and faith that Spring would come again.

Cherry Blossom Necklace ~Japan Earthquake Fundraiser

Want this??

I've started a small fundraising campaign for the people of Japan.  This is my humble way of trying to help with the tragedy that has struck Japan.  Tsunami, earthquake and now radiation.....

I chose this flower necklace because it reminds me of the beautiful cherry blossoms of Japan.  Large white petal pearls are used for the petals and 3 small sterling silver balls are in the center of each flower. These 2 large flowers are attached to 3 strands of fresh water pearl and it has a sterling silver clasp and chain.  The necklace is approximately 15" long. The flowers are placed off center to give an added visual effect.  (value is $375)

Make a donation of 10.00 or more and your name will be entered into the drawing on April 30, 2011.   There will be one winner.

Please pass this on to your friends and family ~ post it on your facebook, twitter and email!

Thanks for your help!