tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-40012563956750975882024-03-13T12:03:56.142-07:00AmraDesignsEscape the Everyday Jewelryrachelkerrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12334846676269075605noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4001256395675097588.post-13903759824965954842011-04-04T15:36:00.000-07:002011-04-04T15:36:30.953-07:00Say "Hi" to RhinoYesterday afternoon after church and filling our bellies with yummy Joe's Crab Shack, me and the 2 kiddos went to Petland. We ooooh'd and aaaah'd at all the cute pets they have to offer. After probably an hour of looking and hearing, "Mommy, I want a pet. Can we get one?" we purchased a little half mouse half hamster. I really didn't have any intentions on buying an animal but I rachelkerrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12334846676269075605noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4001256395675097588.post-73720114111990669082011-04-02T13:42:00.000-07:002011-04-02T13:42:09.233-07:00I need a vacation...Here in Chicago it's still a little chilly. It's pretty typical, 50 degrees, but maybe it's because I'm getting older, it just doesn't feel warm enough yet! So, today I took a vacation. I went here:
It was amazing. I went shopping until I couldn't carry anymore bags, I stuffed myself on the most amazing cuisine, and sunbathed in a bikini while sipping a fruity drink with a littlerachelkerrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12334846676269075605noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4001256395675097588.post-71922921110451793412011-04-01T15:59:00.000-07:002011-04-01T15:59:34.897-07:00A New Shop Listing: Silver Inspirational Heart NecklaceThe newest item in the shop is a little different from the norm over at Amra Designs. It is more glitzy than usual but I have to say, I really like it! It's a nice classy piece that is essentially colorless except for the 3 swarvoski crystals that give a little glimpse of color. Take a look and let me know what you think!
Three beautiful dragonball crystal beads hang fromrachelkerrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12334846676269075605noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4001256395675097588.post-52559447604501654752011-03-23T08:58:00.000-07:002011-03-23T09:29:34.471-07:00Welcome to My "Office"This week in the Promotional Frenzy Team on Etsy we are showing our work spaces. Here's mine!
The "Cubicle"
Resin and Stamping Supplies
Some Artwork by my little girl
It's a work in progress
The "Photography Studio" :)
Here's my Co-Worker taking a break
A photo from Julie Magers Soulen
Main Work Area
Its nothing grand or spectacular, but it's whererachelkerrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12334846676269075605noreply@blogger.com27tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4001256395675097588.post-21518059541995955702011-03-16T08:01:00.000-07:002011-03-16T09:19:14.705-07:00How Do You Buy Jewelry?Good morning! It's a sunny morning here in the Chicago suburbs and oh, do I welcome it!
This morning I have a question for you. How do you shop for jewelry? By item? Rings, necklaces, etc? Or by style? "I'm feeling a little Rocker today." Or "That Sunday brunch with our Church is this weekend."
Right now in my shop, I have it set up by item, rings, earrings, necklaces, and bracelets. But, my rachelkerrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12334846676269075605noreply@blogger.com18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4001256395675097588.post-74560150433813485932011-02-12T14:45:00.000-08:002011-02-12T14:45:24.497-08:00Valentines Day Goodie BagToday, walking through the grocery store, I decided to pick up items for a quick Valentines Day goodie bag for my daughters Sunday School class. This is what I came up with:
I had my daughter choose a box of kiddie Valentines. We also picked up some fuzzy pipe cleaners in the craft area, fold over sandwich bags, pretzels, and some Hugs. As I had her write her name on the Valentines, I put rachelkerrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12334846676269075605noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4001256395675097588.post-13425983824122588822011-02-10T14:15:00.000-08:002011-02-11T07:16:59.841-08:00taking a lover by whitebat
A harmless love affair, sleepovers with girlfriends, long nights, short walks, French hotel rooms, giggling over chocolate and secret gifts from the boy with the bowtie.
rachelkerrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12334846676269075605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4001256395675097588.post-83278938753075740912011-02-09T10:43:00.000-08:002011-02-09T10:43:46.077-08:00Romance is in the AirSome of the newest items at Amra Designs have a wonderful, romantic feel. And just in time for Valentines Day. Although, it doesn't need to be Valentines Day to want to feel loved.
Use coupon code LOVEME10 for 10% off your order! Keep it for yourself or give to a loved one :)rachelkerrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12334846676269075605noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4001256395675097588.post-30816613282022976942011-01-21T09:41:00.000-08:002011-01-21T09:41:39.172-08:00TGIF!Ok, so Fridays really don't mean much to me seeing as my "Day Job" is stay at home mom. There's no such thing as a day off. And my husband is in the restaurant business so again, weekends mean long hours. But for the rest of you, Happy Friday!! Here's a nice collection of "relaxing weekend" finds. :) Make sure to check them out and Enjoy!
Keep it Casual
rachelkerrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12334846676269075605noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4001256395675097588.post-91193793325434791562011-01-18T08:49:00.000-08:002011-01-18T08:49:52.667-08:00Getting Ready for a ShowThe countdown is on! The other half of Amra Designs and I are participating in our first "real" craft show. Eek! I'm so excited and anxious. It's going to be the 3 days before Valentines Day, in a mall back in my hometown. It should be a good turn out don't you think? I mean, 3 days before Valentines Day! Woo hoo!
Romantic, Vintage Inspired Earrings
But the reality is setting in. Now I rachelkerrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12334846676269075605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4001256395675097588.post-24147509801142555242011-01-17T08:48:00.000-08:002011-01-17T21:30:50.897-08:00Coupon Monday!Hi guys.
Another {snowy} Monday is here in Chicago. On the up side, it's a holiday. Happy Martin Luther King Day, BTW. Another upside? I've declared Mondays "Coupon Monday!" I am offering 15% off with coupon code FUNDAY15 on your order from My Shop. Here are some awesome finds, all from shops that are offering a discount!
coupon code YEARONE to receive 11% off
40% Off Sale
20% rachelkerrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12334846676269075605noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4001256395675097588.post-62515460680768608062011-01-16T22:59:00.000-08:002011-01-16T23:16:00.932-08:00Our New Banner!Da da da daaa!! Introducing, our new banner! I'm so excited to have this new look for the shop. Beautiful, isn't it? Well let me tell you all about the amazing designer. This was done by TheWinglessDesigns. Heather was an absolute delight to work with. She got in touch with me very quickly after purchasing, and was so polite and professional. She finished my design so quickly! rachelkerrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12334846676269075605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4001256395675097588.post-7444471530979529712011-01-16T22:33:00.000-08:002011-01-17T07:57:53.685-08:00Just Some Awesome New TreasuriesI absolutely LOVE making treasuries! You find such amazing things by amazing artisans. I could probably make them all day if I didn't have any kids, a husband, house to look after... but then life would be, well, sad. So, anyways, here are some great finds!
I Heart You
Who's Ready for Spring
You Never Cease to Amaze Me
Thanks for looking guys :) ~Rachelrachelkerrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12334846676269075605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4001256395675097588.post-66208814413182426412010-12-23T11:26:00.000-08:002010-12-23T11:26:00.681-08:00Who Used My Towel??So, I don't know if this is a problem in your house but, it is in mine. With four people in our family, we don't always keep track of who used what towel. We already had an over-the-door hanger but remembering what color towel we got out seemed to be a problem. My solution? I assigned hooks with little wooden letters that I decoupaged with some pretty scrapbook paper and glued to the rack.
rachelkerrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12334846676269075605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4001256395675097588.post-34578822415199574982010-12-22T13:26:00.000-08:002010-12-22T13:26:23.387-08:00What Do I Do With All Of This?If your refrigerator is anything like mine, it's covered in your kids artwork. I think it's there mostly because I don't know what else to do with it. My little girl is definitely artistic and constantly wants to paint, color, draw. Then, every week, she comes home from Sunday School with another piece of artwork or two. I feel guilty tossing it but, really, I'm running rachelkerrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12334846676269075605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4001256395675097588.post-61888757534088474242010-12-21T15:07:00.000-08:002010-12-21T15:07:23.579-08:00Gift Wrapping IdeasWith only 4 days until Christmas, it's about time to get those presents wrapped. Instead of using the traditional store bought wrapping paper this year, I thought I'd get a little crafty. Since I do have two little ones, I wanted to make some memories along the way. I involved them by letting them decorate brown postal packaging paper. We used sponge stamps with acrylic craft rachelkerrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12334846676269075605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4001256395675097588.post-76165409578982461442010-12-20T18:27:00.000-08:002010-12-20T18:27:29.882-08:00Welcome to the Winter Wonderland
12-20-10
Check out Frosty! He's a cute little guy!rachelkerrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12334846676269075605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4001256395675097588.post-71746243461720758472010-12-20T09:04:00.000-08:002010-12-20T09:04:23.006-08:00Some Christmas GiftsI just wanted to share some of the Christmas gifts I have created for loved ones.
For a sweet lady from Church
My mother-in-law, all the grandkids
For my mother, best part about this? The outer, long necklace can be taken off for different looks.
For a friend of mine, her daughters' names
For my wonderful Grandmother
Earrings to match
rachelkerrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12334846676269075605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4001256395675097588.post-80653262738074041452010-12-14T10:30:00.000-08:002010-12-14T10:30:04.993-08:00Howling at the MoonJust wanted to share a new treasury I put together. I really think wolves are just beautiful. There is something mystic and magical about them. Please check out these great items and let me know what you think!rachelkerrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12334846676269075605noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4001256395675097588.post-9613963015380260352010-12-14T10:19:00.000-08:002010-12-14T10:19:47.994-08:00Welcome to my little corner of the worldOk so here goes.... I'm giving this blog thing a whirl!
I guess I'll start by letting you know a little about me. My name is Rachel and I am a stay at home mom of 2 little ones. I have a daughter that is 3 and a son that is 2. Needless to say, it can get a little crazy around here some days! I'm working on being the best mom, wife, entrepreneur, friend I can berachelkerrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12334846676269075605noreply@blogger.com0