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Black Crystals
theblackcrystals.blogspot.com
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Hello there, my name is Ashley! My blog consists mostly of a few of my favorite things which include: anthropology, thrift shopping, making jewelry, crafts, fine art, music, and cats. I also run a shop called Black Crystals, check it out here: www.blackcrystals.net
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Ring Collection

 Ive been collecting rings since I was probably about 14, and they are one of my favorite types of jewelry to wear! I really love the big, chunky rings, as you can see from t...

16 mar 12

Mirazozo

Andy and I had a fun date yesterday, we went and saw the beautiful luminarium Mirazozo! Its a walk through sculpture wi th gorgeous colors. Here are a few pictures we took walking through it...

11 mar 12

Recent Findings

         A beautiful Hmong backpack. I just love the gorgeous design and vivid colors.                 (via: EthnicLanna)&nb...

06 mar 12

Thought Id post a few pictures of how I "re-collaged" one of the living room walls this past week!Had my eye on this beautiful deer skull for quite some time and finally got around to buying ...

05 mar 12

                  The weather here in AZ was beautiful this week, and I actually enjoyed my long walks to campus. There is so much pretty scenery on my wa...

25 feb 12

Went to the Renaissance Fest ival this past weekend for my first time! It was  a lot of fun, I got to see quite a mix of things from ducks in dresses to archery and candy apples. I...

21 feb 12

Finally!

So I after much drawing and editing I finally got around to posting my first two prints on Society6! I plan on setting up a personal website once I feel Ive fully organized my portfolio. But, fo...

03 jan 12 1 person likes this

I hope everyone had a great holiday/winter break/time with their friends and family! I spent most of my time consuming far too many delicious baked sweets (seriously, where are all these cookies comi...

30 dec 11

1. Flower Headband $7.50 from Creations By Evelyn (I recently bought this for my sister, and its adorable on!) 2. Royal Blue Scarf $20 by Strawberry Country3. Bifold Geo Cube Wall...

15 dec 11

Cute felted acorns by Old Keys Vintage1920s Italian Desk & Chair!  from Ed enFelt Forest Animal Brooches by: Worlds Smallest Pygmy Hippo Okay Catherine Brooks may not...

08 dec 11

Cyber Monday!

Just in case you missed my Black Friday sale, Im also running a Cyber Monday discount for everyone! Im in between updating the shop to make room for some new items, so now is the perfect time. 

28 nov 11

Yikes!

It seems I have been distant from my poor little blog for quite some time. I guess school finally caught up with me. Luckily this last week has been relaxing, and hopefully I can play catch up. On th...

28 nov 11

Decorating

Ive been in the middle of re-decorating our house lately (or at least buying things to re-decorate). I found some cute little shelves recently while thirfting and thought they would be perfect t...

20 oct 11

Anahata Katkin

I recently came across Anahata Katkins artwork on Papaya! and was instantly fascinated by it! Her use of bright and bold colors is wonderful and would look great on any blank wall. (Via: papaya!...

16 oct 11

Wicket posing! I try not to play favorites, but he really is the sweetest little guy around... 

10 oct 11

Okay guys, I have a bit of a love affair with Halloween/Fall interior design. But if your interested, here is some more fun inspiration to get you in the spirt!This woman has such a darling house! Ca...

08 oct 11

Kimmi in a Rice Field

Havent been able to get this song out of my head the last few days. I like the new video for it as well, quirky and beautiful all in one.

04 oct 11

Spooky

I could not be more excited for this time of year! October is one of my favorite months, with pumpkin scents, and creepy decorations, Im in heaven. Ive already been going overboard buying Halloween d...

02 oct 11

Added this new amethyst ring to the shop! (Oh how I love amethyst!!) Thi s past week has been pretty stressful with so many exams. But, in my down time I got to hang out with one of my best ...

22 sep 11

 Our little house plants are starting to finally take off! I cant get enough of them, (especially succulents).  My sister got the tea pot & lemon tea plant below for me recently, I cant...

18 sep 11

Here are some fun finds Ive been looking at in my between time of when I should probably be doing more homework..These super cool handmade puppets from Crankbunny!And this awesome vintage baby doll l...

17 sep 11

Pre-Birthday

We decided to celebrate my birthday early, and take a "pre-birthday" vacation/road trip this past weekend to San Diego.  In just three days we were surprisingly ab le to ge...

08 sep 11

Mr. Fish

So heres the new guy in the house! (Okay, I know everyone has a fish, but I dont care, Im still excited about mine and am going to post pictures!) Plus, I think if I were him, Id be pretty excited ab...

29 aug 11

The Luyas

28 aug 11

Recent Findings

This awesome t-shirt from The Apothecarium, (I had to buy one!)they also sell these cute little patches!(Via: theapotheca rium)Ive been an admirer of Sofia Ajrams photography for quite ...

27 aug 11

Jean Seberg

 Ive never been one to have a set style I suppose, I like to bounce around with different looks and get ideas from past decades. But, I still think one of my all time favorite looks is Jean Sebe...

25 aug 11

Astrud Gilberto & Stan Getz

Still one of my all time favorites. Shes one of the most classy ladies around!

23 aug 11

I apologize for my delay in posting, this week was a little crazy and busy! However,  I am quite excited for my new classes. One of the main classes Im looking forward to is french, (although I ...

22 aug 11

Bones & Things...

Here is my little collection of nature pieces that I have found, or have been given to me by friends and family. My favorite part about all these treasures, is that they came from all sorts...

17 aug 11

Recently...

Over the last week Ive been on a bit of a online shopping spree, plus I just loving getting mail, so its really just turning into an addiction. (Via: SaraWen)I purchased a few samples, of SaraWe...

14 aug 11

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