Cryst Jewelries Giveaway!

as you all may know, i am the girl who can't get enough of her accessories and i am so glad to announce that Cryst Jewelries are giving away this beautiful crystal bracelet to one of my lucky readers! the designer, Crystalyn Yason makes amazing jewelry that are intricate and makes for bold statements. Joining the giveaway is easy:

• Like Cryst Jewelries' Facebook Page
• Visit Cryst Jewelries' Website
• Leave a comment here telling me what your favorite item in their shop is and your e-mail address so I know how to contact you

Giveaway is OPEN FOR INTERNATIONAL READERS and ends on August 4, 2010 so you have two weeks to join the giveaway. Winner will be picked through Random.org. Now, here's a few tidbits about the designer, Crystalyn Yason and Cryst Jewelries:

1) How did Cryst Jewelries start?

In 2001, my mom and I had a small jewelry business, in that business, she taught me some basic techniques on bead stringing and wire working. That was the first time when I had a relationship with beading. The business lasted for almost a year.

Then, several years after when I got married, me and my husband temporarily moved to the US since his work was based there, because my visa does not allow me to work in the US, I always stayed at home and had a lot of free time, so I have a lot of time to think, and by that time I always felt that I should be doing something in terms of jewelry design and making. Then one day while we were in a book store, I found some books detailing bead weaving techniques, and while browsing through the pages, I became excited in learning these beading weaving techniques that I've never seen before. And from that point on, I knew that I found the best form of expression and creativity for myself.

2) What is your design aesthetic?

I mainly focus on designing and creating elegant jewelries with emphasis on detail and color combination. My design inspirations come from the beauty of nature, the beads themselves,
and the places I had visited.

3) Currently, what is your personal favorite in your collection?

My favorite is my “Abstract on Beach” piece (http://crystjewelries.multiply.com/photos/album/2/Fit_For_A_Queen#photo=9) because it personally reminds me of the place where I said “Yes” to my suitor (to become my boyfriend)... which several years later became husband. And thus, I created a piece inspired by the ocean.

Thanks for your time and your help!