Will & Betsy left for Europe just over a week ago to spend some quality time together & with friends they haven’t seen in ages aaaaand because they haven’t been on a real, real vacation since their honeymoon!? The only way the rest of the b&i crew can live vicariously through the bosses is to look at the pictures that they continue to send us. Since we’re still making jewelry non-stop over here in Portland, we couldn’t help but see our jewelry hiding in the essence of some of these images. See what I mean?
I meeeeean….. come ON! How perfect is that?!
That last Talus-themed photo just blows my mind. Stay tuned and we’ll post more of these pairings soon! And don’t worry, you’ll be able to see plenty more of B & W’s vacation pics once they’re back in the States.
Do you have any pictures that you think match our jewelry? Pic-stitch it and post it on Instagram and hashtag “#betsyandiya.” Who knows… if it’s truly-super-awesome-amazing you might just win a prize. ;) I’m so sneaky!
Excellent choices, ladies. You all look stunning! And just for fun, if you don’t remember their alluring entries here’s another reminder:
1st place: To Denmark
“I left my green flowered scarf wrapped around the empty whiskey bottle in the pocket of his leather jacket. He’ll find it when I’ve already flown away.”
2nd place: Packed and Ready
“Starr slips a note to the man at the bar.
She calls her girlfriend. Meet me at the bluffs.
They drink prosecco out of the bottle with the past, present, and future.
Laughter, tears, dreaming.
Let’s runaway.
I’m already packed.”
3rd place: An Invitation Abroad
“Reaching into her pocket, she felt the soft, worn edges of the letter he had sent months before. Her eyes wide with anticipation, she knew it was now or never. ‘Wait,’ she said, and she stepped out into the sun.”
Now, I feel like I need to go on an epic adventure to a far away land! Thanks for the wishful memories, ladies. We’re so happy to see that you’re enjoying your winnings and looking so good in them!
Betsy was looking real fresh the day before she left for Europe. Don’t you agree?
So CUTE!!! Look at the joy emanating from her laughter!
Notice the neutral tones in the dress, cardigan, belt, and shoes, but then you see this necklace and Ka-pow! So smart, Betsy. And that lipstick? A perfect touch of sweet and sassy.
Those Europeans are so lucky to be in the presences of such a free-spirited fashionista! We hope you’re enjoying all the sights Betsy, we miss you and Will!
Portlandlove,
Barrie
***Song of the moment: Shining Star by Earth, Wind & Fire***
This past Saturday was my very first time going to Crafty Wonderland. Not just my first time working at it, but also my first time ever being there! I know, how embarrassing. But if there’s ever a time you want to ease into the flurry of Crafty, Spring is the time to do it; as busy as it was during the holiday weekend in December, Saturday was even crazier!!! I’m glad I got to experience this handmade phenomena and I can’t wait to go back in a few months! Here’s a slide-show of betsy & iya at CW.
The ever-wonderful Matt and Lacey ready to WORK!
Don’t mind me. Just taking a little break huddled under the table and eating some of the tasty kettle corn sold at the event.
Oh, if you ever wondered what it looks like to pack an entire booth into a car, this is it. We are the ultimate puzzle-solvers/Tetris-players.
What a rush! So many happy, curious people walking around. And don’t get me started on the vendors: crocheted bridges, flasks, clothing, chocolate, leather goods, and so much jewelry. Glorious. Simply, glorious. Thanks to everyone who came out and stopped by the booth. We hope to see you all again and more in the Winter!
