Wow I didn't think that it had been so long since I had posted on my Retro Rose Design Blog. Sorry people if anyone came here and didn't find anything. I have not had any time to create! Well, maybe...

I am so inspired. After spending the weekend in the company of fun, creative, innovative and motivated women and a few guys too, I am revived . The Funky Junk Sale was a success for me. Just being around people...

Three days ago this was a white foam dress form painted black that was hanging around, getting in my way in my studio. It seemed that everywhere I needed to be there it was reminding me that I really needed...

Sing your camel to bed This is my camel necklace. I added some vintage African Trading Beads to the necklace to give it that spicy Moroccan type feeling. I always listen to music as I create necklaces. While making this...

One of my favorite jewelry artists is an artist named Mariko Kusumoto. Her work is absolutely amazing. The web site Mobilia Gallery has a great selection and video.. She has a video that is stunning and a gallery of pictures...

Several years ago I happened upon an old Mexican silver belt buckle. One seemed to turn into about 6 of them and they ended up in a drawer gathering dust. When I was looking at these belt buckles I thought...

This is the poster for the next venue where I am selling my jewelry and crafts. Hope you can come and see me.

Stained glass window on the first landing of the staircase Shell and rock collection on the back porch Huge wisteria on the back porch Wedding crown holder with the crown I made Mom with Queen Victoria See the pillow on...