you are appreciated...

lemme tell ya'll...
12+ hour days in the lab are VERY normal around here.

like, everyday.

it's an incredible challenge. and as our momentum increases,
so do our daily emails, commitments, meetings, new vendors, spreadsheets, space issues, deadlines, blessings and opportunities!

if my man wasn't able to assist me with administrative tasks on the regular, I'm not sure what I would have done!

***speaking of, much love to my man for building me an amazing new website!

the nature of the handmade business means my hands touch EVERYTHING that you purchase :) i never knew these lil fingers could work so hard.

i appreciate all of you for your understanding when things occasionally don't ship on the date we planned, or when other issues arise. i want you to know how hard we both work each and everyday, and how much I enjoy having the chance to create for you! and while I don't like making mistakes and can be quite hard on myself, I also know that it's a sign of growth, and so necessary!

we have a lot of things in store for PI over the next year, and God willing, those 12+ hour days MUST and WILL continue because the universe has shown me that it is rewarded.


oh yea, i'm adding these to the boutique tomorrow. all are one of a kind. if you miss out, don't worry, i'll be releasing a small Summer collection of feathers in the next 2 weeks :)



i added a tiny 1" version of my "vision studs" ... i think they are adorable at this size!



a cuff and feather combo is a perfect way to jazz up a basic summer dress!



and my "everyday fly" necklace is back w/ a sterling silver chain, coral and turquoise.


xo

C.

kinetic

i hand delivered some "peaces" to our new downtown LA home, SixHundred LA.
the boutique run continues tomorrow with visits to 2 of our other local stockists, 8 Limbs and IVogue.










open only a year, and already a force to be reckoned with. i love this boutique and we dropped off a dope mix of jewelry. stop by to check them out, along with pieces by Miss Wax and Han Cholo!




...and SERIOUSLY this time. No more new pieces til the Fall Collection drops. I swear.



new druzy necklaces!


agate | druzy | cuff



kyanite | brass



these babies are 1 of a kind!






on re-re-repeat in the studio



...back to playing catch up with orders :)


xo

C.

in the groove.

...ass bustin. a lot of it.
I worked hard to make THREADshow all that it could be.
14 hours days to build up inventory,
working harder than I ever have. Ever.
It's a great feeling.



**love to Mr. DJ for taking the photos and offering so much of his precious time to make this happen.



you ever work so late into the night, you feel yourself get dizzy?
you feel confusion start to set in.
you forget things.

yea.



...it paid off.



because my table stayed busy !

Thank you to everyone who stopped by, said hi, made a purchase, grabbed a biz card, or flyer, offered encouraging words, reinforcement, support and love.

You never know who is standing at your table. I greet everyone with a smile to let them know how happy I am that they stopped by.

next up? THREADshow SF in the Fall.

omg.

the gold keys have made their way onto Dutch tv! Laise of Adlicious decided to rock a pair on the finale of the X Factor!! much love to Gwen over at Choco Loves for carrying my line in her boutique in Amsterdam! Check fly Laise out at the 1:50 mark in her keys!




and Kim Coles copped a purple agate ring a few months ago, and sent me a photo! She is glowing and we love this photo!

*shoutout to Felicia Leatherwood on the hairstyle



Carlina over at "Allergic..." showed us much love. Look out for more collabs between us soon :)


these sold so quickly at the show, I decided to make another pair. these will be in the boutique shortly and they are 1 of a kind.



my vision studs are available in gold now. not sure why I didn't do this sooner ...




i jazzed up these lightweight 3" brass arrows by wrapping them with wire near the head, and adding a stud to the back!

these were a THREADshow favorite, and I came home with only 1 pair left.




not much to say about this awesome brass piece.

find it in the boutique today as well!



next day off? Saturday.



xo
C.

THREADshow

one of the dopest traveling tradeshows in existence right now.
RSVP early for $5, and get an open bar, gift bag, free hairstyling, etc.

Thread Show is back in LA this Sunday at the Cooper Design Space in DTLA
(860 South Los Angeles Street
Los Angeles, CA 90014-3311
(213) 627-3754)

PeaceImages Jewelry is going to be on site with some incredible deals - exclusive to the THREADshow crowd!

fellas, you'll also have access to a Man Cave while your lady shops. a variety of lagers, comfy chairs, etc, will be in your midst.

Details:

When: Sunday, June 12

Where: Cooper Design Space in Downtown LA

Time: 11am-6pm

**Make sure you get there as early as possible get the best deals! **

Who: Check out the hottest brands from stores in Cali and beyond. Vendors travel far and wide to make this bi-annual event!

**Shop your favorite brands and then go discover some indie designers!**

Tickets:

Yes, you need a ticket for this event. Here.

Perks?
* Shop from loads of trendsetting designers bringing you men's and women's clothing, accessories, shoes, jewelry and more!
* Do it yourself (because nobody does it better)at the DIY booth with live crafting on site
* Bro down with us in the new THREAD Man-cave featuring some mantastic fun!
* Sip away on amazing signature cocktails
* Join us for a mini-mani from an hot local nail salon
* Snatch up the designer and sponsor giveaways coming from the DJ booth all day long
* Make it a memory in the THREAD Photo Booth
* Chill out with quick rub down in the THREAD Well Lounge
* Check out the top designer looks on the model blocks
* Get styled with a new do and a make-up touch up in the Style Lounge
* Super sweet gift bags stuffed with love
* Art gallery featuring top local artists
* Snacks, drinks, magazines and loads of free stuff
* Kids 12 & under get in for FREE

So it's our first THREADshow in the PI Lab, and we couldn't be more excited to take part. Looking forward to doing some networking, and shaking hands with customers in real life :)

See you there!

We'll have some new "peaces" for sale this weekend that will never be listed on line!






xo.


C.

PS.

love love

happy friday :)

we looooove seeing our "down on the delta" necklace, big brass agate cuff, and sterling "polyhedron" pyramid ring shining oh so brightly on Ashley Tisdale during her shoot with Zooey Mag! What a rush!

it's a 1:40 vid .. and from what I see? Miss girl can WORK IT!



the mag is on stands now, and sold at Barnes and Noble.

i'm going to snag a bunch of copies tonight, so I can surprise my mom on Mums Day :)



i decided to make myself a dainty little body chain that can be worn everyday, under clothes, etc.
i used tiny brass chain.

the end result was so perfect, i decided to jazz it up a bit... and voila!



i added a trail of ankhs.

what I love most about the piece is the way it peeks out from my silk plunge-neck mini-dress.
...right at the top. very mystique ;)

there's also a chain that wraps around your waist, as you can see. the chain looks adorable, falling near the small of your back, especially in crop tops.

if you want to rock yours to the beach, i'd suggest requesting one in gold. so it will be unaffected by salt-water.

i'll be selling these at the UCLA Jazz Fest, because It'll be the perfect thing for women to slide on right away to take those festival outfits to 10!





this adorable single feather earrings hangs from a 14kt gold hook
and is 2 of a kind.



that's it for me!

mr DJ is doing a show in St Louis this weekend.. so if you're around, stop by the Gramophone and say hi tomorrow night!

as for me, I'm road-trippin down the coast to go visit moms in San Diego.
enjoy your weekend.
kiss your mom.


xo.

C.

studio snapshots

this was me attempting to take a shot of some of my lapis chunk earrings for a customer.




...i failed, but the shot looks cool doe :)



...and here's 1 of the several "peaces" I'm workin' on today!



....right after I return from the beach, that is.


xo.

C.

hump daaaay ...

hello beauties ...

we've been doing a lotta shipping in the lab today



.. i try to do large shipments 3-4 times a week. i'd like to thank ALL of my customers for always being so patient and understanding with how this handmade business works! we know that the best way to survive a recession is to provide amazing customer service, and you guys make that SO easy to do.

and yeeesterday I spend aaaall day working on feather earrings .. i completed about 20 of them!




i'm really ok if I do not have to manipulate feathers for another week or so.. cuz DAMN!
over.load.



was gonna list this baby in the shop yesterday... but it's one of a kind
...so I'm keepin it.



quartz rimmed in 24kt gold, wire-wrapped, and strung from vintage brass chain.


has your week been peaceful so far?
sending much love to anyone in the tornado-infected areas. be strong :)


xo

C.

feather shortage

i've been reading up on the feather shortage that we are currently experiencing.

we in the PI lab are unphased :)




i only made 2 pair of these, and they sold in under a minute.


i think i'll stick with this rhythm all Summer long.
..only making 2, or 3 of a particular item.

so join the fanpage so you can have a chance to purchase as soon as something is listed!

C.

jedi mind tricks.

mr. DJ had a few gigs this weekend with Killer Mike.
here are some photos I snapped at the Adult Swim block party in San Diego.

they also did a sold out show at the Key Club in LA w/ Pac Div, Young Dro and Dee-1.

the mr.'s been puttin' in work for a long time. i'm glad to see his dreams manifesting.






and new jewelry!








i was wire wrapping a chunk of lapis, and it snapped in half. so i made cute little wire-wrapped stud earrings :)

there are never any mistakes in the PeaceImages lab.





hope to see you, Los Angeles :)



this mixtape is amazing, Jimetta's voice is BAD, and the DJ's get down. no cover, great vibes and I'll have a table set up!


xo
C.

"Unhinged"

....the Fall collection is in effeck mode!

movement.

i found this cute tri-bowl wooden receptacle at one of my many Goodwill marathons this weekend.

Goodwill is a great resource for setting up those tables, fellow crafters. vending season cometh!!!


speaking of .. the PeaceImages family is doing a LOT of traveling this year.

Austin in March
SF/Oak in April
NYC/Jersey in June
SF/Oak in June/July
Detroit in Sept

...and anything else we can fit in there.

If you'd like to host a PeaceImages trunk show in your city, please inquire within!
peaceimages@gmail.com





check my amazing new ear cuff!
get yours here!



the vision for this ear cuff visited me last nite over a delicious Thai dinner!
*....slowly drifts off reminiscing over the meal.*



i couldn't wait to get home to create it.
it turned out beautifully!



available in clip-on,
or with a cuff, or hoop for the upper ear.


have a flawless start to your week.


xo
C.