Get Your Golden Ticket

The Cottonwood Creek Elementary PTO is holding their 5th annual Fall Craft Fair & Gift Market on Saturday, October 4th from 10am -4pm:

Address: 615 Minyard, Coppell, TX
Admission: $2 per adult
Click on the above image then print golden ticket, put "Designing-Diva" in the vendor name for FREE admission plus I have the opportunity to get my booth fee back!

Hope to see you there!

Shecky's Girls Night Out-Dallas & Houston

The Designing-Diva will be at the Shecky's GNO two events in TX.

Dallas-May 6th

Houston-May 9th

Click on the Shecky's Logo to get your tickets & a FAB goodie bag!

I will be showing off my NEW collection at these two events.
Can't make it ? Make sure you SIGN UP and CONFIRM your Diva 411 newsletter subscription if you haven't already! My newsletter subscribers will get a SNEAK PEEK and a SPECIAL OFFER right before these events!

International Gem & Jewelry Show Inc.

Mark your calendar to save the date:
International Gem & Jewelry Show Inc is coming soon to N. Texas
May 2, 3, 4
Dallas, TX
Dallas Market Hall (Main Hall)

Woohoo. I got my reminder in the mail that the Gem & Jewelry Show will be in Dallas next month. I love going to peruse all the gemstones, pearls and art beads.

I also enjoy looking at the finished jewelry & displays for inspiration; it is so nice to be a "shopper" instead of a "vendor" every now and then.

I'm on the lookout for more larger irregular sized Labradorite cabochons . larimar and topaz. No matter what is on my list, I always manage to find some intriguing gems that just SHOUT BUY ME ! :)

Join me at Oak Cliff Earth Day

Join me Sunday April 20th from 11am-5pm
in the Historic Oak Cliff area of Dallas, Texas

Promoting awareness of the environment and our place in it, and environmental conservation in our government, neighborhood, and ourselves.

Hidden Treasure is Donated to the Column Awards

Hidden Treasure has been donated to be used in the Silent Auction for the 9th Annual Column Awards that will be held March 3rd in Plano, Texas.

The Column Theatre Awards Gala donates all the money raised from the Gala (after operating costs) to BROADWAY CARES/EQUITY FIGHTS AIDS (BCEFA). The Column awards are the ONLY awards organization in Texas that does this and has become part of the BCEFA's Angel Campaign. The Column Awards have raised thousands for this amazing charity.

It was one of my favorite designs but it is for a great charity.....so long treasure!

Designing-Diva will be at Dallas Shecky's Girls Night Out

Don't Miss Our Next Sale
@ Shecky's Girls Night Out!

I am so excited that I will be participating in the upcoming Shecky's Girls Night Out that will be held Nov 9th in Dallas (Food & Fibre Pavillion at Fair Park). Girls Night Out will be filled with fun, overstuffed goodie bags, drinks, appetizers plus of course spending quality shopping time with your girl friends! Now, that is priceless!!


I will be bringing a variety of my metal smithed, wire wrapped and fused glass jewelry designs at prices that will having you pinch yourself because you are sure you're dreaming!! ;)

Don't forget to mark your calendars and tell your girl friends! Make sure you get your tickets early. Who would want to miss out on that jam packed goodie bag! I would hate for you to miss this Girls Night Out and extraordinary shopping event! My credit card is vibrating as I type. Hee hee....

First Trade Mondays-Retail Market in Canton Texas

Wow, what a beautiful if not good ol' hot and humid Texas day at First Trade Monday's in Canton, Texas.

I was at my regular spot which is Trade Center IV (the newest trade center), booth 10 and have new neighbors.

Deborah selling these really cool Mini Masseuse and Lilly with her handcrafted soy candles. The Mulberry Candle smells good enough to EAT!! YUM. Lilly will be getting a website at the end of the month and I will share it with y'all when she gets it up and runnning.

Had a few regulars stop by today to check out the Mother's Day Specials on jewelry. It is always nice to meet with my regulars and get feedback.

Tomorrow, I am going to bring my supplies and work on some new designs for May. Keep a watch on the blog for those with special pricing.

Remember, the Mom Rocks contest end tonight at midnight. I will be continue to review the entries and notify the winner on or before May 7th. Stay tuned to see who will win $250 in free jewelry from Designing-Diva Jewelry.

Live in Dallas? Check out the International Gem & Jewelry Show Inc.

The "Original" Classic International Gem & Jewelry Show will be in Dallas, TX this weekend-May 4, 5 and 6th.

The show is held at Dallas Market Hall which is located at 2200 Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, TX 75207.

The show hours are Friday: 12pm-6pm, Saturday: 10am-6pm, Sunday 11am-5pm

Think of it as a large jewelry bazaar where you can find...
*jewels
*gems
*beads
*rings
*necklaces
*earrings
*watches
*gold
*silver
*opals
*diamonds
*pearls
*crystals
*settings
*beading supplies

I am so bummed too because I'll be at Canton (First Trade Mondays...Trade Center IV, Booth 10) doing a market this weekend. I gave my husband my loose gemstone shopping list. It's probably better this way....I always end up spending more than I had budgeted because I find other cool stones that need to come home to my studio. Yes, I'm guilty of having a large stash that I just like to look at! ;)

Reminder Retail Market-First Trade Mondays-Canton, Texas

Just a reminder to mark you calendars. Next weekend, I will be at First Trade Monday's in Canton, Texas. I will be located in Trade Center IV, Booth 10.

I will be set up Friday May 4th-Sunday May 6th from 8am-5pm (**later if there are still shoppers).

I will have a few specials as always and just in time for Mother's Day (which is May 13th):

Select earrings for $15 each or 2 for $25.
$10 off any purchase over $50.
Free gift with any purchase over $100.

And as always, shoppers will receive FREE gift box or one of my cute little pink purses for their purchase.

Can't make it to First Trade Monday's in Canton, Texas? Sign up for the Diva Jewelry Newsletter and get a 10% coupon you can use immediately to shop online at Designing-Diva Jewelry, get previews and special pricing on new designs, private invitations to online member only trunk shows and so much more!

Wanted-Brides in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas

Are you a recently engaged about to be a bride and live in the Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas area? Know someone who is....e-mail this to the bride! She will thank you!

I am looking for 10 brides to do custom jewelry work for over the next few months. I am offering my services below retail but not quite wholesale in exchange for photos of your big day wearing Designing-Diva Jewelry plus the right to share these photos and story with the Dallas Wedding Planner Real Weddings section.

I can design stunning jewelry in sterling silver or 14k gold-fill that will be treasured by you for years to come. Just e-mail me at myweddingjewelry@designing-diva.com.

This is a limited time offer and will only be open to the first 10 brides.

Planning a Wedding in Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex area????

If you are planning a wedding in the Dallas Fort Worth area and are looking for jewelry accessories for the big day look no further. I create custom original jewelry by hand in my North Texas studio. I want my designs to be unique and original ---just like you and the special moments in your life.

Host a jewelry trunk show at your bridal shower and you could get free jewelry for your wedding!

If you are a Dallas Bride, check out this Dallas Wedding Planner....tell them the Dallas Designing-Diva sent you!

Pirate Inspired Skull and Cross Bone Pendant-Ahoy Matey!

Inspired by the Pirates of the Caribbean, here is a little bit of treasure that you don't have to get on the Black Pearl for! :0 This is a skull and cross bone pendant made from bone; I made a silver bail and hung it on Greek leather with silver clasp.

My model is my dear hubbie, John aka "Jolly Roger", who loves all things pirates. I found this really cool bone pendant at the Rock Barrell (Dallas, Texas). FYI--if you are in the area, check this store out they have so many cool things beside just beads!

Buy Handcrafted Jewelry at FTM

Just a reminder that you can purchase handcrafted jewelryat First Trade Mondays in Canton, Texas this weekend.

I will be hosting a booth in Trade Center IV, Booth 10 from 8am-5pm this coming Friday through Sunday. At this retail market, I will be showcasing new designs and having a BOGO (buy one, get one half price) sale on all handcrafted silver earrings.

Hope to see you there. If you haven't already, sign up for DDJ's newsletter. Preview new designs before anyone else, learn about promotions, get coupons and so much more.

Jewelry Market-Canton Trade Days

Designing-Diva Jewelry will be in Canton, Texas this upcoming weekend at First Trade Mondays. Meet the designer and owner, Randi-Sue Deckard.Shop for original or limited edition jewelry. Talk to the designer about placing a custom order jewelry. Grad/prom is just around the corner and the designer can assist with creating jewelry for the special event that will be a timeless treasure. You can shop for jewelry in Trade Center IV, Booth 10. Mention this post and receive 10% off any jewelry purchase.

Booth Change for First Trade Mondays

I will be a vendor at First Trade Mondays in Canton, TX this upcoming weekend. I will be in Trade Center IV pavillion but I will NOT be at booth 10 as originally mentioned. I will now be at booth 56 in Trade Center IV.
I will be there Friday-Sunday this weekend from 8am -5pm. Canton, TX a little too far? Grab a coffee and head on over to Designing-Diva Jewelry and see what goodies you might need to get delivered!