SUNDAY FUNDAY 8-14-16, HOT, HOT, HOT!!!!

Hi Everyone!

A little late with my post this week.  Still recovering from the heat last Sunday, but I wanted to thank all the vendors who stayed as long as they could because it was a "SCORCHER"!!!  You are all my heros!!!

I wanted to give a shout-out to Dolores, Vivian, Lois, Danae and Tony who we met for the first time on Sunday.  They are members of the Santa Rosa Band of Cahuilla Indians.  Beautiful people!!!  Here are a pair of beaded earrings created by Dolores that I had the privilege of purchasing.  I enjoyed your company and hope to see all of you next Sunday!!!

Please check out the information on the culture, history, tribal government and economy of the Santa Rosa Band of Cahuilla Indians.

http://www.santarosacahuilla-nsn.gov/
https://www.facebook.com/santarosacahuilla/

MY BEAUTIFUL CUSTOMER OF THE DAY!!!  PATRICIA!!!

The lovely mom of my vendor mate, Shawnine of LaVee Collection!!  She graciously consented to model a couple of my wire wrapped silver and jade pieces.  Hope to see you soon Patricia.  Thank you!!!  

Close-up of Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet with Nephrite Jade.

"SUNDAY FUNDAY" SPOTLIGHT FEATURE!!!

"GOURD ART BY MICHELE"!!!

This past Sunday I had the pleasure of speaking with Michele E. McMillan who is an outstanding artisan who transforms gourds into beautiful receptacles embellished with leather, silver/gold foiling, paint, carving, turquoise, beading, grass weaving and wood burning techniques.  The surface preparation of each gourd is the first part of an incredible journey into designing decorative items that each hold a wonderful earthy, rustic, and primitive spirit.  Michele also cultivates her own gourds, and is a teacher and educator on the fascinating subject of gourds.

Here are a few examples of her fine art work:

Gourd with woven grass, shed antlers, beads and feathers.

Gourd with wood burning technique, gold foil and leather.

Gourd with woven leather, Turquoise, Silver Concha.

Gourd with carving, paint, silver foil, leather and beads.

Here is an interesting article entitled, "The Glory of Gourds" for more information.

http://anzavalleyoutlook.com/local/the-glory-of-gourds/

Thanks to all of you who have been following my blog since I started the "SUNDAY FUNDAY" Art Market features.  I appreciate it very much!!

Many Blessings,

Saadia

The "Orthy" Artisan

"SUNDAY FUNDAY" SPOTLIGHT FEATURE

Hi Everyone!

As promised, here is my 2nd "Sunday Funday" Spotlight Feature highlighting "E&M APOTHICAIRE'S" ANTI-AGING BALM with ROSEHIP AND HONEY.  This is one of owner/artisan, Midori Ramsey's favorite items.  A gentle, but effective skin treatment that is rich in vitamins (A & C) as well as antioxidants.  Try the companion ROSEHIP AND HONEY ANTI-AGING EYE TREATMENT TOO!  Treat yourself to something special for your health and beauty!!!

ROSEHIPS FACT:  High in essential fatty acids.  Did you know that over 70% of the rosehip seed is fatty acid?

https://www.facebook.com/eandmapothicaire

I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend!!

Many Blessings,

Saadia
The "Orthy"Jeweler

"SUNDAY FUNDAY" AUGUST 7, 2016

Hi Everyone!  Another wonderful "Sunday Funday" with some new faces and highlighted items!!!

1. "ERIKA NEWSOM ENTERTAINMENT"!!  Face Painter Extraordinare (Artist and Entertainer), Erika Newsom works her magic on a young patron!
  

Here's the finished masterpiece!!!  Beautiful!!

Erika is also available for PARTIES and EVENTS.

Website:  www.erikanewsom.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/erikanewsomentertainment
Email:  erikanewsomentertainment@gmail.com
Phone:  760-822-0035

2. JOYCE HATZIDAKIS, Acrylic and Mixed Media Originals!!!  Prints and Commissions Available.  Joyce also creates kiln-fired Copper Clay Jewelry!!

Email: bjhatz@hotmail.com
Phone:  909-556-4465

3. JOE AVALOS of "ROYAL KAT LEATHER" was back this Sunday showing some new painted wrought iron plant holders!!!

AND Joe's hair/barrette holders are selling like hotcakes!!!

4. MS. BEATRICE of "BEA'S CLASSIC JEWELRY" was also back with beautiful, classy and elegant pieces for every occasion!!!  My favorite necklace I call "Purple Passion"!!  A lovely Drusy tassel necklace!

Beautiful carved pendant tassel necklace!!

5. The sweet and joyful "MAGGIE RAMOS" of "SEWING CREATIONS" was also back with her easy, carefree jackets, bags/totes, holiday runners, baby blankets and burp cloth sets!!!

Email: mramos_006@yahoo.com
Phone: 714-321-7064

6. "SUNDAY FUNDAY" ENTERTAINMENT!!!

The awesomely talented, "JASMINE SEEK"!!  What a wonderful voice!!

7.  "SUNDAY FUNDAY'S" New Bean Bag Champ!  Another cutie!!

8. "SABER SHORES" owner, "Eco C" held a free raffle for one of her excellent, "Raven's Feather Quill" pens.  I wonder who the lucky winner will be?!!

9.  A BEAUTIFUL CUSTOMER that stopped by to visit "SAADIA JEWELRY DESIGNS"!!  Ms. Adele modeling my Sterling Silver, Wire Wrapped Cross with Carnelian!!  Thank you Adele!!!  It was a pleasure meeting you!

Many Blessings to All!!!  Until next Sunday.......

Saadia

The "Orthy" Artisan

TAKING A LOOK BACK

Hello Everyone,

Just taking a break and looking at some older photos that I shot when I first got interested in photography.  I took plenty of nature walks around my neighborhood at the time where there was always some plant or foliage that I found interesting.  I was enamored with flowers (especially orchid-types), texture and close-up features of everything.  Nothing escaped my desire to show as much detail as I could capture.

Those were peaceful and contemplative times......

  

I pray that all of you have a lovely weekend.

Many Blessings,

Saadia

The "Orthy" Artisan

I'M ON INSTAGRAM NOW!!!

Good Evening Everyone!

Hope you all have had a great week so far.  Just wanted to let everybody know that I'm on Instagram now.  It's taken me awhile to get involved in some of the social media platforms out there in general. Since I have been taking more photos lately of the "SUNDAY FUNDAY" Art Market, etcera, I finally decided to give INSTAGRAM a shot too.

I hope you all will enjoy the weekly pics I put up!  Check out my Instagram Page below or the Instagram Feed alongside my blog.  

https://www.instagram.com/saadiabennett/

Many Blessings,

Saadia
The "Orthy" Artisan

AWESOME BODY PRODUCTS!!!

It's always nice to treat yourself like royalty, but when someone else does it, it's even better!!!

My son Jay, surprised me with some beautiful body products from "E&M APOTHICAIRE" from the recent "SUNDAY FUNDAY" ART MARKET.

Thank you Jay!!  They are lovely....."Powdered Rose Fresh Goat Milk Lotion, Body Spray and Deodorant.  All very yummy!

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RECENT "SUNDAY FUNDAY" CUSTOMER PURCHASES!!!

Just wanted to share a couple of special customer purchases from this past weekend.  My lovely customer and booth mate, "Midori" of E & M Apothicaire chose my "Summer Market Bag" and my "Walnut Mint Chip" macrame bracelet (Agate, White Moonstone and Jade).
Many thanks for your support Midori!!!

Thanks to everyone who made the day beautiful for "SJD Artful Expressions" and "Saadia Jewelry Designs"!!

Many Blessings,

Saadia
The "Orthy" Artisan