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{MUST Shop} ML Pearl Designs & A Giveaway

June 12, 2012
Story By: Mandy Kellogg Rye
Filed Under > Having a Moment

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I couldn’t very well do a Waiting On Martha Wedding Week without talking about jewels.  And what better jewels for the bride, bridesmaids, mother of the bride, basically you’re entire wedding party, than pearls?  Some of my favorite, and oh so reasonably priced pearls come from ML Pearl Designs. 

ML Pearl Designs was dreamed up by Angela Martin-Moushon and Veronica Jensen-Libke who wanted to present a collection of pearls and semi-precious stone jewelry after falling in love with the pearl markets in Shanghai, China.  With an idea of offering real pearl designs at a fraction of the cost to friends and family, the positive response was so overwhelming ML Pearl Designs has now grown into a full blown business.  The beauty of it all is even with all of their success they’ve still been able to maintain their original goal of offering stunning, one of a kind pieces at a fraction of the retail price.

You can find ML Pearl Designs on the web or in many high end boutiques in the Denver, Chicago and Peoria area.  But the most fun is having ML Pearl Designs host a Pearl Party for you and your nearest and dearest.  Friends, wine, cheese, and pearls sounds like perfection to me!  

So here are my personal favs, and did I mention we’re giving one of these gems away?  Keep reading for all the details!  xoxo

 

So many fun clasp choices

Now that’s a statement necklace!

Obsessed with this clasp!

Toggle’s with matching earrings

Love the 3 different colors!

My favorite!

Wedding party all decked out in custom ML Pearl Design baubles

Note the ML Pearl Design Bracelets

ML Pearl Design‘s Long Strands

So here’s the deal…since it is wedding week I wanted to gift one very lucky reader with something fabulous from ML Pearl Designs that could easily be worn to the wedding or everyday.  So without further ado we’re thrilled to be giving away, probably my favorite design…the 4 strand Pearl and chain bracelet.  You know I have a soft spot for bracelets and I’m particularly obsessed with this bauble because it’s classic, but with a very modern and chic feel.  I wear mine with jeans and a tee or all dressed up with my LBD (little black dress).  So check out the pics below (try not to drool) and see how you can get your hands on this fabulous piece of arm candy.  xoxo

 

 

 

So here’s how the giveaway works…

  1. One entry for “liking” ML Pearl Designs on Facebook
  2. One entry for “liking” Waiting On Martha on Facebook
  3. One entry for sharing the giveaway on your Facebook page
  4. One entry for following Waiting On Martha on Twitter
  5. One entry for re-tweeting about the giveaway
  6. One entry for following Waiting On Martha on Pinterest
  7. One entry for adding us to your favorite shops page on Etsy
  8. One entry for signing up to receive Waiting On Martha emails & updates
  9. One entry for signing up to receive Shop Waiting On Martha (our new boutique launching next month) emails & updates
  10. One entry for “stalking ” my Currently Obsessed Page
  11. TEN entries if you contact Angela or Veronica about throwing a ML Pearl Design Party (sorry you have to live in the Denver or Chicago & Southern Illinois area for this one)

**Please leave a separate comment below for EACH of the entries you’ve completed, the more you do the more likely you are to win!  If you already follow on Twitter, Pinterest, like us on Facebook, stalk us on Currently Obsessed shop, favorite us on Etsy or have signed up for emails just let us know in your comment and you’ll be one step closer to winning!**

**All entries must be received by Thursday, June 15th 11:59 pm EST.  Winner will be announced Friday, June 16th.**

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The Create Series: Hayley Mitchell

Chatting with the Talented Lady Behind These Bold, Vibrant Pieces
June 3, 2016
Story By: Mandy Kellogg Rye
Filed Under > Everyday

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An interview with artist Hayley Mitchell Hayley Mitchell abstract facesHayley Mitchell Art Hayley Mitchell abstract artHayley Mitchell Art interviewHayley Mitchell abstracts Hayley Mitchell abstract art

Chances are, you’ve seen some of these striking faces around the web. Done by talented Austin artist Hayley Mitchell, each of these bold, colorful pieces somehow seem to still tell a separate intriguing story. It’s easy to see how these works can be considered statement pieces in a home, and as you saw in our team office’s One Room Challenge Reveal, an original piece by Hayley simply steals the show. (And in my opinion, neutrals never looked farther from boring!) 

Hayley sure knows the staying power of statement art in the home, which has a lot to do with why she loves collaborating with interior designers. But she also shared with us how knowing others find joy in her pieces is the ultimate reward.  Check out our full interview with the talented lady below, go peruse her current originals, and pop over to her Etsy shop to find her prints available for purchase.  Cheers, Kat

WOM: Describe your aesthetic in your own words.
KM: Vibrant and bold. I love a bright, colorful statement.

WOM: How would you say art plays a role in the design of a room?
KM: Art is like jewelry. It has the power to bring a room’s statement to fruition. 

WOM: Where do you find inspiration for your pieces? 
KM: Everywhere! Everyday life, my kids, historical figures and various cultures around the world.

WOM: Who’s your girl crush and/or style icon?
KM: So many but Alice Temperly has my heart. 

WOM: Tell us about the creative process for you. How often do you produce new pieces?
KM: I create new pieces daily. My creative process is a bit of a mess. I create and care for 3 little humans simultaneously. I take a very bohemian approach to motherhood and the creative process. All ideas start in my sketchbook. I sometimes pull from sketchbooks from years past.

WOM: Do you ever get attached to any specific pieces? 
KM: Yes. I started an abstract series a year ago. I only created 5 pieces but I cannot part with any of them. 

WOM: Tell us a little about your journey in pursuing your creative dreams. Had you always dreamed of being an artist? Have you hit hurdles along the way? 
KM: Since childhood I’ve wanted to be an artist. At ACU I majored in graphic design. I took some time off from school to travel with my sister in Europe as she modeled. We lived near the Pompidou which was amazing. Wondering around alone in Paris was amazing but I realized my dreams of being forever single might not be for me. I met my husband Ben (from ATL) and married young (21) during the Recession and soon there after found out we were expecting. That bit of time was definitely a hurdle but it was very formative (both literally and figuratively). Within the next 3 years we had a total of 3 kids. Despite the challenges, it fostered a great amount of personal growth that inspired me to really purse my artistic career. 

WOM: How has your work evolved over time?
KM: Yes and no. Most of my work (since childhood) have been faces and people. 

WOM: Have you had any “pinch-me moments” or significant milestones that have helped solidify your name in the creative world?
KM: Honestly, the moments that mean the most to me are kind words from those that truly love and enjoy my work. That feedback is sunshine for the soul. Knowing that one of my pieces brings someone joy or comfort is everything.  

WOM: What would your dream collaboration look like? Anyone you’re dying to team up with?
KM: I love working with interior designers! It would be a dream to work with Eddie Ross or Jonathan Adler. 

WOM: Where can fans buy your beautiful work? 
KM: My website: hayleymitchellart.com

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Images courtesy of Hayley Mitchell Art | To purchase originals, shop here. To purchase prints, shop here. 

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And The Winner Is…

April 2, 2012
Story By: Mandy Kellogg Rye
Filed Under > Uncategorized

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And the winner of our  Z Spoke by Zac Posen $675 Darling Shopper giveaway is…#71 Camille (“I added you to one of my favorite shops on Etsy.”)!  Please email waitingonmartha@gmail.com to collect your Darling and congratulations Camille to soon becoming the envy of all your friends!  A special thanks to our friends over at Zac Posen for gifting us with such amazing arm candy, and everyone who didn’t win you can still buy the Darling HERE and better luck next time.  xoxo

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