Crystal Autism Awareness Jewelry (B081) (E290)

About Autism
Autism is a spectrum disorder of neural development characterized by impaired social interaction, communication and by restricted and repetitive behavior.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a phone survey analysis that showed a 72 percent increase, in 2012 from 2007, in the likelihood of a school-aged American child to be diagnosed with autism, Aspberger syndrome or a related developmental disorder.

Although the current report reflects 1 in 50 children receiving a diagnosis, it was emphasized most of the increase was because of previously undiagnosed cases.

With the increase prevalence towards an Autism spectrum diagnosis, I wanted to contribute to raising awareness of Autism through our beautiful crystal Awareness Jewelry Collection.

Crystal Allure Puzzle Piece Autism Awareness Bracelet (B081)

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NEW to Crystal Allure Beaded Jewelry is a collection of Autism Awareness Jewelry offering handcrafted beaded awareness bracelets and awareness earrings in support of raising Autism Awareness. Our Autism Awareness Jewelry will always feature the representative colors of red, yellow, dark blue and light blue in Crystals by Swarovski.

The Crystal Puzzle Piece Autism Awareness Bracelet (B081) (shown above) also includes sterling silver beads, Bali, a beautiful double crystal charm dangle, sterling silver puzzle piece charm, awareness ribbon and our signature jewelry tag. The bracelet measures 7-1/2".

Crystal Puzzle Piece Autism Awareness Earrings (E290)

The beautiful Crystal Puzzle Piece Autism Awareness Earrings (E290) feature the representative Autism Awareness colors in Swarovski Crystals delicately dangling from sterling silver puzzle piece charms on sterling leverback ear wires, measuring 1-1/4" from the bottom of the leverback.

Pantone's Emerald Prom Jewelry Crystal Chandelier Earrings

It's the middle of April and the pre-prom planning has already begun with excitement about who you will go to prom with, dress shopping, flowers and sparkling accessories, of course!

For various reasons, I never went to prom (junior or senior). There are moments where I've wished I had gone and had that experience. I mean, come on, prom is a young adults' first big social event of their life -a rite of passage, if you will.

Over the years, prom, has certainly changed -a lot (especially if you ask your parents about their prom days!). These days, prom is the event of the year. It's filled with excitement, hope, (for some) sweet love, glitz, glamour, fond memories and good friends.

Emerald Swarovski Crystal Chandelier Earrings (E072)

So, I decided to pair my love of formal dresses with a little prom sparkle from Crystal Allure Beaded Jewelry. I chose to dress for prom this year in Pantones' color of the year for 2013 -emerald. What better color to wear to prom, right?!

Knowing full well, there was only one pair left in these stunning Emerald Swarovski Crystal Chandelier Earrings (E072), I couldn't help but go out in search of the perfect dress that would compliment them. Yes, I pair clothes to my accessories (not the other way around)! Ignore what you've heard -it really is all about the accessories!

I came across one perfect gown, from Prom Girl. Why is this dress perfect? Because you could wear these earrings with either the green or the purple gown! I love it!

 

But, let's say you like to stand out and be a little different -a little more daring. No worries! Just as easily as these sparklers pair with the beautiful gowns above, they would be equally stunning with this eye-catching short emerald dress (not for the faint of heart!).

Personally, I'd choose the full length gown. But, which dress would you choose? What is your prom color and gown of choice this year?

Here is the full collection of colors from the Swarovski Crystal Chandelier Earrings (E070-E073):

Crystal Chandelier Earrings colors include: Sapphire, Lt. Rose, Fuchsia and Emerald

Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Bracelets with CFRD

Cystic Fibrosis Diabetes Awareness Bracelet (B028-D2)
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May is National Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month.

I am always happy to raise awareness of cystic fibrosis since it does run in my family. In fact, my brother was born with cystic fibrosis. Regardless of whether a disease affects 2,000 or 10,000 people, when you are personally touched by a particular disease, you want to fight harder to bring attention to it in hopes a cure will be found.

For some, not only are they affected by cystic fibrosis, they are also faced with related diabetes issues. Cystic Fibrosis Related Diabetes (CFRD) is extremely common in people with CF. This unique type of diabetes remains the inspiration for our selection of designer beaded CFRD awareness bracelets.

The latest Cystic Fibrosis Diabetes Awareness Bracelet (B028-D2), shown above, was designed with sparkling purple Swarovski Austrian Crystals, gray Swarovski Pearls accented with sterling silver beads. Finished with a sterling silver awareness ribbon charm and our signature jewelry tag.

Purple is the nationally recognized awareness support color for cystic fibrosis, which is often referred to as 'sixty five roses' by young children. Gray is the awareness support color for diabetes.

Check out our other beautiful handmade beaded bracelets raising awareness of cystic fibrosis. The first shown below is the Sterling Purple Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Bracelet (B166); the second is the Lovely Lampwork Ribbon Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Bracelet (B151).

Sterling Purple Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Bracelet (B166)

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Shown above is a sophisticated strand of sparkling purple amethyst Swarovski Crystals and bright sterling silver Bali accented with white Swarovski Pearls make up this stunning handmade beaded bracelet designed to raise awareness of Cystic Fibrosis. Finished with a sterling silver awareness ribbon charm and our signature jewelry tag. Measures 7-1/2".

Lovely Lampwork Ribbon Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Bracelet (B151)

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So what are you doing this May to raise awareness of cystic fibrosis? I'd love to hear what your awareness activities are, please feel free to leave a comment.

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I'm Looking Over A Four Leaf Clover -Swarovski Crystal Clover!

Where did February go?! Seems like I just finished up some new beaded Heart Jewelry (which I never even got posted on the blog!) and it's already March! That said, I've been doing my best to try and not analyze why I just bought another strand of heart beads a week ago. :-)

Just this morning I looked up in the sky and saw the seasonal "V" of flying birds coming back our way. That's a good sign! A sign spring is on its' way.

Which means I gotta get myself in gear! Seems I hit a creative bump the last few weeks. But, I've got so many new and exciting things planned for Crystal Allure Beaded Jewelry in 2013. So, let's get started!

Crystal Green Lucky Charms Shamrock Anklet (A113)

First up in the ever expanding handmade beaded anklet collection is the new St. Patrick's Day shamrock anklet. You will always have a lucky four leaf clover with you when you wear this lucky peridot green Swarovski Crystal clover beaded anklet. Design features peridot Swarovski Crystals, green glass seed bead accents and sterling silver beads. Finished with a double Swarovski Crystal charm drop and signature jewelry tag. Measures 10".

The way I see it is, you don't have to be Irish to wear green and, well, be Irish this St. Patrick's Day! Green is the color for prosperity and often symbolizes money. But ever wonder why the clover is associated with St. Patrick's Day?

History of Four-Leaf Clovers

We all know four-leaf clovers to be associated with St. Patrick's Day. But, did you know they appeared in centuries-old legends as symbols of good luck. In the early days of Ireland, four-leaf clovers were Celtic charms, presumed to offer magical protection and ward off bad luck. The first literary reference to suggest their good fortune was made in 1620 by Sir John Melton.

Fun Facts About Four-Leaf Clovers
-A shamrock is a three-leaf clover (the most common clover)
-There are approximately 10,000 three-leaf clovers for every "lucky" four-leaf clover.
-There are no clover plants that naturally produce four leaves, which is why four-leaf clovers are so rare.
-The leaves of four-leaf clovers are said to stand for faith, hope, love, and luck.
-The four-leaf clover is one of the most common good luck charms of North America.
-It's often said that Ireland is home to more four-leaf clovers than any other place, giving meaning to the phrase "the luck of the Irish."
-Edward Martin Sr. from Cooper Landing, Alaska holds the Guinness world record for the largest collectioon of four leaf clovers, which he has been collecting since 1999. As of May 2007, he holds 111,060 four leaf clovers.

Clovers are even popular in food. My husband loves the green Shamrock Shake that always comes back around St. Patrick's Day.

Last Fun Fact
-Clovers are in the same family as peas (ewww!)