50th Wedding Anniversary Cross

Meet Russ and Mary…aren’t they adorable? They were married June 15, 1963. Remember your wedding day? Were you thinking about the day you and your beloved would celebrate 50 years of marriage? Not me.  I was just wrapped up in the moment of my wedding day. But I think about it now…More like I dreamContinue reading “50th Wedding Anniversary Cross”

31 Days of Before & After ~ Day 13 ” The Order “

Sometimes I get carried away with my love for rusty, galvanized metal, industrial treasures, vintage dishes and just plain junk, that I forget to share another side of me. Another side of Rustique Art. The side that started this obsession with rusty + antiques + beads + wire = Rustique Art. My little business isContinue reading “31 Days of Before & After ~ Day 13 ” The Order “”

things to ponder…

pick one thing and do it well, you may have several talents but one stands out above the rest…nurture it and let it shine *** joy is a choice through good and bad times… hang it up on the wall and own it! *** complete one thing a day, even if it’s just making theContinue reading “things to ponder…”

Falling in Love with Fall Colors

Can you  feel it?  I can! the weather is making it’s way toward cooler days the slant of the sun is different football games are scheduled and pre games have begun, students are getting back to school, seasonal decorations out in the stores…lol, ALREADY! albeit subtle….the fall season is coming and I am so excited!Continue reading “Falling in Love with Fall Colors”

Giving Wall Crosses, A Statement of Faith & A Gift of Love

With so many beautiful choices it’s not hard to see why wall crosses make wonderful gifts for any occasion. Great for bridal showers and wedding gifts, a wall cross is gender friendly, making them a perfect gift for the happy couple.  One that will serve as a reminder of their special day for many years.Continue reading “Giving Wall Crosses, A Statement of Faith & A Gift of Love”

Beaded Wall Crosses – Designed to Become a Family Heirloom

In the summer of 2007 I received an email from a perspective client. She wanted to know if I could create a special cross for her new grandson. Below are a few excerpts of her expectations and needs. Unfortunately, somewhere along the way, my responses to her where deleted. But I can tell you thatContinue reading “Beaded Wall Crosses – Designed to Become a Family Heirloom”