Always More January 17 2017

I wrote this because I was moved by the idea that each of us move through life and all of our reactions to both things and people are more telling about ourselves than they are of the things or people we are reacting.

There was a beautiful sculpture I saw a photo of from Burning Man of two adults sitting back to back on the floor, looking sad, and alone, while each person's inner child reached out to one another.

Every day is a chance to change and grow. We will always be each a collection of all of our own experiences, but learning to accept other people as they are, as a collection of *their* own experiences, is one of the greatest challenges.

Anyhow, I call this, "Always More":

xox,

Laur

Hallway Makeover - April 2015 April 06 2015

Back home after almost 2 months on the road, so time to make home feel a little more home-y.

Cue Spring cleaning, starting with a hallway makeover:

"All you need is love and a good cup of coffee" <3
"Stay Humble, Hustle Hard" <3

Cheers,
Laur

A little Sam Cooke on a Wednesday <3 November 19 2014

life is short but art endures November 07 2014

Create Your Life October 31 2014

What are you waiting for?

<3 Laur

Happy Craft-o-ween! October 31 2014

Took the afternoon to make use of some scraps of kraft colored cardstock. (The leftover scraps from our Hope Clips packaging design.)
And bits and pieces found around the house -- another scrap of ribbon and a few clippings from a wild bush in the back yard.

I wonder what type of berries these are. Nature is beautiful <3

Today's creation: paper pumpkin centerpieces =)

The Road Less Traveled April 17 2014

What's in Store for Spring 2014 March 15 2014

Coming this April to Kismetry.com <3

At the accessories/apparel shows in Las Vegas, making our Spring 2014 selections:

Here's a yummy little scarf made in Italy that made the cut. Will be available in April on Kismetry.com

And a little behind the scenes teaser shot from our photo shoot on location in Hawaii:

Enjoy, gypsies!

<3 Laur

Nautical Chart Jewelry COMING SOON! November 07 2013

First stop: Portland, Maine.

After a short stroll through the charming downtown area, we've arrived at our first destination, the Chart Metalworks studio in Portland, Maine. CHART specializes in creating stunning nautical chart jewelry pieces -- all made by hand, right here in Maine.

Each piece is carefully taken through the design, assembly and inspection process before leaving the studio. Here's a sneak peak of our tour:

So excited for our new addition to our Kismetry collection, and many thanks to the lovely, Charlotte for a wonderful visit :)

Cheers to women entrepreneurs out there <3

Laur

Northbound Adventuring November 06 2013

Northbound today to meet with two entrepreneurial women whose energy and beautiful talent inspire me infinitely.

Maine, here we come! Our mouths are already watering with that lobster rolls that await <3

To life,, roadtrips, and endless adventuring,

Laur

Crocheted Floral Hand-Warmers Just In! November 04 2013

And we're loving 'em already!

What I'm wearing:
- Floral Crocheted Hand-Warmers (Color: Cocoa)
- Pashmina scarf from Mercato degli San Lorenzo in Florence, Italy
- Italian two-tone leather bag from small boutique near Santo Spirito in Florence, Italy
- JCrew toggle-button coat in winter-white
- My favorite leather boots

And now for the close up shot:

- Floral Crocheted Hand-Warmers (Color: Cocoa)