Design jewelry, of course! This one is ‘Fall’ inspired despite the cold temps and snow flying. Here is a great quote – “what we lose in flowers we more than gain in fruits.” – Samuel Butler This design features autumn Trollbeads, Golden Poppies and Red Onyx (which I believe is Carnelian), “a strength giving stone […]
Last of the Petunias……
This is the last of the petunias for this season. As the snow comes, the leaves have changed and the autumnal palette grows warmer. I find the time to change the colors on my Trollbeads bracelet with copper, smoky quartz, gold beads, amethyst and peach moonstone.
The winner of the 2019 People’s Bead is Turtle Flower.
Each year Trollbeads invites artists from all over the globe to submit their ideas for The People’s Bead. The bead that wins is also chosen by the people so it is truly The People’s Bead! The winner of the 2019 People’s Bead competition is Giada Manfredi from Italy with her design, Turtle Flower. “I found […]
Correction on Artisan Event – Saturday, May 4th
Armstrong Artisan Event May 4th, 2019
Native American ‘Super Show & Sale’
Trollbeads Neck Bangle design ideas are limitless.
We just love the versatility of the sterling Neck Bangle from Trollbeads. Whether you like simple elegance or a fuller design, your creativity is endless. Beads use here are Lotus, Stardust Stripe, Rose Spacer, Hydrangea Gold, Rose Quartz round, Budding Pearl Spacer, Berries Gold.
A Blessing for you this Saint Patrick’s Day!
May your troubles be less, your blessings be more, and nothing but happiness come through your door! I love the stories that go with these Trollbeads for St. Patricks Day! Beads included in this inspirational bracelet: Gold Elephant Lock Gold 2016 Trollbeads Day bead – A good friend is like a four leaf clover. Hard to […]
Happy Valentine’s Day!
My gift to you, with a Trollbeads purchase of $150 or more, receive a Trollbeads stackable organize, while supplies last. GWP Offer good through 2/16/2019
Trunk Show with Greg Hoff ~ December 15th
I would love to invite you to our final event of the year. Gregory Hoff, a master in flameworked glass will be here all day Saturday, Dec. 15th, offering demonstrations. He has taught at the Bemis School at Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center and the Montreal School of Glass. His work will also be available […]
Wildlife Glass Sculpture ornaments by James Spehler are now available at Santa Fe Trail Jewelry.
Santa Fe Trail Jewelry is delighted to carry the creations of master glass sculptor, James Spehler. Ornaments included in this collection are Elk, Buffalo, Ram, Raven, Horse, Hummingbird, Dragonfly, Trout, Moose and Eagle. The great inspiration and powers James finds in nature are blended into his intense passion to capture the realism of wildlife in […]
A Celestial design with Northern Lights Magic by Trollbeads
Trollbeads newest release, available September 7th, is going to capture the hearts of all our collectors! I teamed it up with obvious celestial choices, Happy Universe, Milky Way, Stars and Endless Impact. And some not so obvious like Cool Dusk that plays with a similar light and Black Flower Mosaic for its dichroic colorplay. What […]
Trollbeads announces the 2018 People’s Bead
Presenting Northern Lights Magic Over the polar circle, Northern light plays in the night sky. Pale silvery greens and violets dancing over the satin blue Milky Way. Magical and unforgettable, symbolizing the enchanting power of nature. Pre-Order Starts: September 3, 2018 In Store: September 7, 2018 Congratulations to the Designer, LINDA KUCINA of Latvia, who […]
African Pride – The Trollbeads story of Malawi
One of the things I love about my business is the inspiration I receive and the inspiration I share with my artists and customers. I bask somewhere in the middle of both. Today I created a bracelet from my Malawi Trollbeads that I will call African Pride after the World Tour bead with that name. […]
Santa Fe Trail Jewelry welcomes Lexi Erickson to the store!
Last year I took a private class with Lexi, hoping to expand my skills as a designer. I found a new appreciation for the depth of skill an artist needs to stretch boundaries and create masterpieces. Lexi is an example of that, having taught students from around the world. Two of the 6 pendants I […]
Trollbeads Day is this Saturday, June 9th, 2018!
Amber is said to be the gold of the North. Since ancient times amber has been cherished for its beauty, its stunning colors and its spectacular history. Amber is fossilized tree resin and is therefore an organic material. Throughout history, from the Stone Age to the present, amber has been especially popular in jewelry […]
