Happy New Year

It is funny how you rarely know the exact moment when something begins, but we always know when something has ended. Reflecting on life we have already experienced always brings nostalgia and possibly regret, wishing it had played out differently. It's predictable. How safe it is to examine what's already happened instead of dreaming about the future.

I choose not to regret. I try to banish worry from my life. Both acts are complete head games and a waste of time. For me, reflection on the past is a way to understand how to break a cycle, learn a lesson, relive an amazing feeling, and especially to feel gratitude for the continually incredible life that I lead.

Tonight is one of those markers in time. The end, the beginning, and a significant celebration so pronounced it is easy to recall our activities on the same date in years past. Happy New Year! May your reflection be enlightening, your dreams for 2014 be inspiring, and your evening be full of laughs (and maybe bubbles)!

Tis the Season

First let me thank all of my friends, family, and patrons for making this a great holiday season. I appreciate your support immensely, in all ways.
And if I have not sent you a proper thank you note, please accept my apologies. If you have not heard, I had a mishap that has sent me back for the next few months making it nearly impossible to do anything that involves my right hand...including writing.
Looking on the bright side, I am thankful for my three working limbs and my friends for making this as painless as possible. Merry Christmas!

Trunk Show at Rē - December 12 & 13



TRUNK SHOW at Re

Featuring...

Heidi Brueggeman (jewelry), Fjall (cashmere), and Ellen Rohlfing (art)

...and of course all of the gorgeous pieces on hand at Re!

Thursday & Friday, December 12 & 13

11 am - 6 pm

7512 Post Road, North Kingstown, Rhode Island

 



Working away for this week's Trunk Show Event at Re in North Kingstown! 

The Fjall knitwear is actually INSANE cashmere in uber hip silhouettes.  Seriously the most gorgeous collection of sweaters I have ever coveted. 

And my friend Ellen Rohlfing, a Philadelphia transplanted to Newport last year who is a wonderful and whimsical artist.  She will be featuring her super cute whale and crab collage art for the event.  Perfect gifts at a great price point! 

 

Trunk Show Countdown

Heidi Brueggeman (formerly of Sugar) Trunk Show

Tuesday, Dec. 3rd

5:00 - 7:30

Located at the North Sails Sales Office on the 4th Floor at the IRYS Campus on Thames Street in Newport

Refreshments and BIG discounts!



Necklaces waiting for new homes...

Only a few days left before the event... If you know me at all you know I will be working up until the very end and spazzing out just a hair about this or that.  Although I must say my eyes will not let me work 12+ hours in a row like I did years ago.  Should I not admit that in a public forum?  I am too tired to edit! 

Vintage Eisenberg Jewelry

...currently in the office working on a Sunday morning for my Trunk Show this Tuesday night in Newport (see previous post for details or email me heidibrueggeman@gmail.com).  At this very moment I am assembling pieces of vintage salesman's samples from Eisenberg that are over 70 years old.  The special thing about these pieces is that they were never made into jewelry and they are one of a kind.  They have bright sometimes asymmetrical colors and the metal patina is perfect! 

Vintage salesman's samples from Eisenberg ranging from the 1930-50s made into necklaces and earrings using vintage chain or silk.  Prices range from $70-400.

Tuesday's Trunk Show!

I am working feverishly on fun new designs and some traditional pieces from my last decade of work...!  If you are interested in attending the event, please send me an email at heidibrueggeman@gmail.com - and if you cannot make it please email me and you can have a private appointment with me! 

Heidi Brueggeman Trunk Show

Tuesday, December 3rd

5:00 - 7:30 pm

Located at the North Sails office on the 4th Floor at the IYRS buildings on Thames Street in Newport.

Refreshments will be served...and there are MAJOR discounts!!!



(L to R) Pyrite and Vintage Chain Necklace, $200; Green Onyx and Turquoise Earrings, $110; Long Carnelian and Turquoise Necklace with Howlite Charms (can be doubled!), $220.  (SORRY ALL PIECES SHOWN ARE SOLD)

Gratitude

The truth is that I've never been a huge fan of Thanksgiving. My BFF and I eventually referred to it as "the brown holiday".

My indifference wasn't about familial logistics, it was about the food. Well, that's not entirely true. My grandfather made the best mashed potatoes in the entire world, and I have been seeking their equal since age 12.

I think my issue with the holiday is the ridiculously early time that dinner is served. Were we afraid of snow in the darkness leading us back home through the woods and over the river? I'm not sure why we need to starve ourselves all day and then eat at 3 o'clock.

Regardless of my confusion about Thanksgiving's modern day quirks, as an adult I appreciate the reason for the holiday. Preferably I would live my life like this daily, this will be my goal for the coming year (and beyond!). I have oodles of people and animals, circumstances, talents, nature, and life to be thankful for - more than will fit into one afternoon or blog post. I hope you find yourselves of the same heart and mind today and everyday.

True happiness comes from living a life of gratitude. Happy Thanksgiving!