West Elm Summer Soiree Recap

I had such a lovely time at a pop up event with fantastic local designers at West Elm Santa Monica this past Friday. I'm already looking forward to planning another event with their staff for late summer/early fall. The layout of the store was absolutely beautiful and it worked so perfectly to set up on this gorgeous console table.

Nook Console

The Dakota Weekender

Clark & Madison  stood out as one of my favorites from the event. Their bags are handcrafted here in Los Angeles and absolutely gorgeous. 

Gavin Luxe & Company was also there with their candles that smelled absolutely amazing. I couldn't decide on a scent at the event but since it's summer I think the Sunny + Beach sounds perfect. 

Thank you so much to the entire staff of West Elm in Santa Monica for organizing this wonderful event, I had a blast and am already looking forward to the next one. 

Be bold. Live Beautifully.

-Amanda

"Sweet on You" Valentine's Day Jewelry Gift Ideas

top left to bottom right: guardian opal ring, skull ruby necklace, all we need is love necklace, 

amor stacking ring, pebble diamond earrings, ruby shark tooth necklace

With Valentine's Day almost here I headed over to a few of my favorite jewelry designer friend's sites to put together this sweet collection.

Of course since I design my own jewelry my boyfriend almost never buys me any, but that doesn't mean I can't swoon over these lovelies. We actually have a tradition of picking a casual restaurant or just getting takeout and spending the night relaxing together for Valentine's Day.

What about you how do you like to spend this holiday with your special someone?

Be bold. Live Beautifully.
-Amanda

So Smitten: Friday Favorites

I have been smitten with the Etsy shop Sweet Bestiary for quite some time now. Flor is the artist behind the work and she lives in London. Her shop was featured back in January on Etsy if you want to read the interview click here.

Where the Wild Things Are Miniature Monsters

These would look perfect on my bookshelf next to my Where the Wild Things Are book don't you think?

Ursus the Polar Bear

Other places you can see her work online are Flickr and Facebook. Through Facebook she lets you know about giveaways, shop updates and more.

That's all for now.
Have a lovely day,
xo Amanda

Getting Ready for California Gift and Renegade LA

The past weekend I did the Patchwork Long Beach show and had so much fun. I also did a little trunk show at Mindful Nest on Saturday. It was wonderful to meet customers who have bought my jewelry online or in the store face to face and chat a little. I saw lots of familiar faces at the Patchwork show as well as met a few new people. Thanks to Tina of Hi Tree for being such a great neighbor at Patchwork. Tyler Bender Book Co., Harris-Casey Designs, and Janaration were all lovely to hang out with at Mindful Nest too.

Here are a few pictures of what I've been working on and also from the shows this past weekend.

Patchwork LB 2010

My Bench

Mindful Nest Artist Meet and Greet

How is your summer going so far? Do you have any new exciting projects or fun adventures planned?

The Glass House Swap Meet September 20th

I'm excited to be at this unique event!

"Saturday September 20^th, 10am-3pm at The Glass House in Pomona, CA

The Glass House Swap Meet with To Die For Clothing, Kid Robot, Obey, Paul Frank, Rockett, Alphacult, Hooligan Skate, The Militia Group, Kung Fu Records, Trey Q, SP Radio 1, London Calling, and many more to be announced!

Plus, The Handmade District presented by Lucky Find Designs with the following ETSY artists: Amanda K. Lockrow Jewelry, Annie Rexic, Armas, Cutthroat Designs, EveryLittleCounts, Freshly Baked, Jane Clothing, LA Art Glass, Lean Dog Pottery, Lucky Find Designs, MJPartetc, My FriendRoze, Skull Flower, Spittingimage, Spunbyver, Susuten, Voz Clothing. Windchime, Zombie Factory.

Check www.theglasshouse.us for updates."