AnabelNove on Etsy Re-Launched!!!

The April of this year, after a few push from friends and coworker, I re-launched my Etsy Jewelry shop! It has been 2 years since I opened my shop, hoping to let my creativity make some extra bucks for me.  But unfortunately in 2012, I got occupied with other things in life that my Etsy shop really fell off my radar.

It has already been two months since I "soft" launched my shop and I've had so many support from friends and coworkers.  They keep me going by encouraging and even buying from me!  It is very flattering to see that people are willing to pay for my work.  I am very thankful for them and they really push me to do what I love to do.  As my regular work becomes more stressful, I do find myself relaxing at home with pliers and beautiful Swarovski crystals and now gemstones to stare at and manipulate.

Since April, I re-took the pictures I originally had on the shop, looked over the product description and comp shopped at other Etsy and non Etsy sites. It really helps to have a to-do list for my shop, so I can focus on what's important now to get to what's important after.  I still have a lot of work to do but as I checked off one task at a time, I find myself more proud of my AnabelNove shop on Etsy.  

Sales is starting off very soft, but that doesn't discourage me because I mark my accomplishment by the views and "favorites" I get. Small stuff is what keeps me going. 

Here are some of my works on Etsy.

Gold Teeth Nails- Pink with Gold Glitter

My hot pink nails! I call it the Gold Teeth Style. :-P

Ombré over load

With ombré hair to its max, what do you feel about it? The past 2 years I saw an overload of ombré. From tees, to scarves, to nails, to hair! Has it reached its peak yet for this Spring? 

Anabel Nove on Etsy!

I just opened a new shop on Etsy.  It will feature my handmade jewelry pieces and some unworn vintage items from my grandmother's old boutique in 1980s.  There are only a few items up, I am currently trying to make more items to be listed. More to come!

You can also find some items from my shop on the widget on the right.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Coming soon...

 

 

Tribal Abstract Nails!!

I haven't been on this blog for almost the entire summer! :-( Sorry for those that are following. I started a new job which took up all my posting time. Now that I'm 3 months in, I am getting the hang of thing and.... I'm back!!

To make you guys feel better here is a crazy one! I did this recently and I am still wearing it. All self painted.

Hope you guys like~ :-)

Silver French Nails with Pearls

Coral Lip Color - CoverGirl Lip Perfection

New lip color~. For those of you who know me, I love nude lips. But at times, I want a little change and it's hard to find a brighter color that I like. After many tries, I found this one~. It's by Cover Girl - Lip Perfection in color 280 Rapture. Very warm coral and slightly metallic. Here's a photo of me with it. :-) I'm crazy for coral!!!

 

The creamy texture is moisturizing but not sure about having it on for a couple of hours. They stay on pretty long, but may be slightly drying. I suggest putting a lipbalm under any lipsticks you use.   They have a very subtle lipstick smell and a very subtle classic waxy lipstick taste ( which I am not a fan of).  I am very picky about lipstick or anything on my lips that have a taste.  However this one is manageable for me (for occasional usage).  The color is very pigmented and have tiny shimmers in it. 

Cover Girl Lip Perfection Lipstick

coral lipstick

Long White Skirt?

I know the long white skirt was in last summer, but I can't get away with it!! I love the way it just flows with the wind. I look like a prairie girl~!!!

long white skirt

Nail Inspiration - Glitzy White

New nail design. It's something I just randomly did. I got comments that it looks good for weddings. :-)

(please do NOT look at my pimple :-( ... to many impurities to cover!! )

 Here is what I used.

• Base/bottom - Essie Vinyl Bikini
• Silver glitter - Sephora by OPI's : Are You Glistenin?
• White nail polish - Q Nail Art Pen & Brush in white
• Top Coat - Seche Vite: Dry Fast Top Coat

• Prep your nails by cutting, filing, etc.  
• Apply base coat.  
• Apply silver glitter polish on the tip of the nails.  Try to mix some big and small glitter. The line doesn't need to be straight or in any particular shape, just make sure it's all at the tips.  Will need to apply the silver a couple of times to make sure it is not see through. I applied 3 layers on each nail. Let the silver dry for a bit then proceed. 
• Use a white nail polish with a thin brush and draw random strokes to cover where the silver and plain nail meets.
• Add some dots.
• Let dry for a little bit.
• Apply top coat.

Sorry, couldn't find the Opi polish but here's a good alternative.

Love 21 Silver Glitter Nail Polish

Best TOP COAT!!! On sale at Sally Beauty for $5.99! I got mine for $7.50.

Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat

Love the Sun!!

Great weather weekend in NYC!!! Here's a pic of my outfit. :-)

Sheer panels! It's sheer in just the right places. :-)

Denim is by 7 for all mankind, roxanne fit (skinny fit), with destroyed floral patterns.

Forever 21 Contrast Colorblock Top

Sheer Sequin-Panel Tee

Forever 21 Lace & Jersey Dolman Top

7 for all mankind roxanne

Trend - Jelly Shoes!!!

HUEY Jelly Gladiator Sandals

Missoni Jelly Flats

Jelly shoes were around when I was a child (3-4 years old?). I remember they were the ones that looked "strappy", with half inch heel and a buckle. I think I had the clear color one, look to the left!!! AHHHHH  Haha Don't ask how I remember this.

Well, I never thought of it as a trend and I believe it died out once I started elementary school. Now I see it back but not in the same way as how I remembered it.  Wells, except the fashion forward TOPSHOP store, other brands are playing it safe with the current flats and colorful trend~

It looks great for rainy days (not thunderstorm) or play in the sprinklers, especially since your shoes will dry quicker and so will your feet.   Keep in mind to make sure the sole is non-slip if you want to wear it for wet play/days.  :-)

Every time I see them in stores its looking cuter and cuter. Here's one by Missoni, looks like candy?   I'm Loving IT!!  I think it might also be the wonderful colors that I'm seeing them in.  A good brand that makes these really cute is MEL by Melissa. I've included some of her shoes in my selections. 

Dollhouse Bowws Sandal - Red/Pink/Orange Valentino Couture Bow Jelly Thong Sandal

Melissa - Harmonic Flower - Pink Jelly Flower Thong Sandal

MEL BY MELISSA Peep-toe ballet flats

MEL BY MELISSA Flip flops

Looks like a good knock off of the Valentino version below. LOve it~








The intricacy of the bow~

mel Women's Apple II Sandal

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Cute studs~























Like the design but maybe another color butterfly?

LOVE THIS ONE!!!!

I put this in because it looks funny. Not sure if I'll be up for this. Looks like it's made of wax?  Maybe I'll like it more if it was in pink or nude.

Textured Jelly Platform Sandals