I had so much fun at the Southern Woman’s Convention in Novi MI. The event ran for 4 days. It was so cool to meet new friends, see friends that I only knew from a little thumb nail box on Facebook and to squeeze existing friends with hugs and love! There were Make & Takes, Workshops and Demos featuring the innovative product line from ILOVETOCREATE. I learned NEW Techniques and even tried my hand at using the Fabric Markers as watercolors. Needless to say I am even more in love with the ILOVETOCREATE Team and Product line! Here’s a recap and some of the projects that I taught and made during this trip.

It all started with a line that NEVER ended! The Tie Dye Make it and Take it was on Fire for 4 days straight!

People loved learning how to use the Tulip Tie Dye to make their own shirts that they could then turn in to Aprons.

I folded my Apron in half and wore it as a little skirt. Side note, Patti is actually hiding behind my big hair!

Tiffany’s Dream Foil Forged Paint Can workshop was HUGELY popular!

After surviving being stuck behind my big head of hair, Patti was kind enough to show me how to use the Tulip Fabric Markers as watercolors on a shirt.

Here’s my first attempt, Loved them!

Needless to say I am also a HUGE Fan of Tie Dye! This was my first shirt made with Tulips Tie Dye, Super in love with this product.

I was so impressed with one of my students work that I had to show it off. This Goddess cuff bracelet was created using Tulips Glam It Up Heat Tool and Crystals, Aleene’s adhesives and my Jewel Goddess Die from Spellbinder.

What an honor it was to work with these beautiful, talented and strong woman!

Love them so much!

“Inspirations” photo of the day. My great friend Lauren Johnston & Shorty Rossi from Pit Boss. Lauren is the Fund Raiser for the Santa Marie CA Humane Society, a No Kill shelter. You can visit www.smvhs.org for more info and to Donate Now to help the Animals!

Inspirational Photos of the day.

These amazing pieces of Art were created by sisters Tiffany Windsor and Heidi Borchers for ILOVETOCREATE. 

They make me Smile! 

Katie Hacker just sent me this photo that she took while at CHA Summer last week in Chicago at the Beadalon Booth. Do you think that I look happy or what? I look like I am bathing in WIRE! Artistic Wire to be exact! Happy Dance :) 

I had so much fun tapping this with Margot Potter during my last visit to JTV in Knoxville TN. 

Cant wait to go back in August! 

Its been 7 months since I said out loud that I needed to make a change in my professional life. I could feel it in my heart & soul that something new was waiting to get in. Its been an emotional roller coaster but in the end its all really really good! 

ALL IS WELL! 

With the help of many GREAT friends, I have kept my head high and continued to move forward. I am forever grateful to each of you.

Most importantly though is the support that I received from my Family, in particular my Husband. He has supported me through all of this unconditionally! I love you! 

Announcements:

Back in 2008, I read an ad about becoming a Jewelry Professional through the Gemology Institute of America. I actually started one of the courses but was unable to complete the program due to my crazy schedule. In early March of this year I decide it was time to complete the program and to let nothing stand in my way. I am very excited and proud to report that I have finished all required courses and am officially a Gemology Institute of America Accredited Jewelry Professional!

I have joined the Beadalon Design Team and am helping to re-brand the Artistic Wire product line. I am beyond thrilled and honored to be a part of this super talented team. In addition, I will be presenting Artistic Wire kits & tools on the  Jewelry Television Network on a monthly basis. My next air date is May 15th from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. You can also watch LIVE www.jewelrytelevision.com 

2 weeks ago I found myself Googling Business Rental Properties in Pitman NJ. I had no idea why but it just came to me really strong to check it out. So I called my girl Kimberly Wink and off we went to look at potential spots. Just as we sort of gave up we came around the corner and found these two little rentals with the most amazing energy pouring out of them. I week later I signed a lease! Holy Cow! I know, it was crazy but it felt so right. I am very excited about what this little place will grow into. Julianna’s Creative Soul Studio’s will be a Destination Place for all things Fabulous. I am busy cleaning up the shop, painting and plotting furniture. Its small, I mean really small but it has so much life. I cant wait for all of you to visit. There are a lot of plans to do some pretty cool stuff out of this place. Oh and by the way, I mentioned two spots, well my girl Kim is right next door. 

I will keep you updated as we make progress! 

Dont ever give up and when everything inside of you is screaming so loud that you can hear it…..LISTEN! Make the change, don’t be afraid and BELIEVE in yourself. Each of you has what it takes to be hugely successful in LIFE and BUSINESS! Its your Movie, start living it today! Love you, Jewels 

Super Excited to announce my next appearance on QVC next week August 25th during the  4 p.m and 8 p.m. Eastern Time shows. I will be featuring Toys & Kids Crafts. Make sure you tune in for GREAT Gift ideas for the Holidays. Tell your friends! See you there.