PATTY ANDERSON GIVEAWAY WINNER!

And the winner is....drum roll please....

ELIZA! of "Confessions of a Beachaholic" Blog!

isola bella needs your mailing address so we can have Patty send you the fabulous starfish necklace out to you. Drop us an email soon! Congratulations!

Color me Coral

Well our fabulous giveaway for Patty Anderson Jewelry is well underway! Thank you for entering and for all my new fans welcome! Isola Bella loves a giveaway! The giveaway ends Friday and the winner will be announced and notified Saturday the 22nd. Be sure to invite your friends and colleagues to join in the fun! The giveaway post is just below this one.

I had to share my latest fun island find with you all today. I bought this bold coral ring from my favorite shop on St. Thomas. Home Again is a hidden treasure on St. Thomas. The proprietors June Marsh and Valerie Hall, or as I'd like to call them the "dynamic duo" have a very discerning eye for everything from antiques to gorgeous fashion jewelry lines. Their shop is full of seaside inspired items and fabulous gifts, art, furniture and great decor. For all of you who will visit the island soon enough you must visit this amazing shop.It is an experience and every item tells a story. 

If you like the jewelry you see here give them a ring (no pun intended) at 340.779.2877 to find out how one of these baubles can adorn your finger or wrist. These cool coastal coral rings and bracelets are so fun and colorful it is hard to choose just one style. Priced from $20.- $28 you don't have to.

My ring. I  love it for everyday worn with a simple white tshirt and jeans.

A definite conversation piece.

Coral bracelets

So many color choices so hard to choose.

Love these rings because they are bold but have adjustable bands.

One size fits all.

The Patty Anderson Jewelry Giveaway is Here!

We are honored to feature & have a chance to giveaway this gorgeous necklace by designer Patty Anderson. Here is how you enter to win it! Simply go to Patty's website and peruse her fabulous collections of sea-inspired silver jewelry and gorgeous collection of handcrafted belts. Become a follower of this blog and join our Facebook Fan page for more chances to win. If you join Patty's Facebook Fan page you will be entered into the contest 3 times. Leave your comment below this post and Good Luck! The winner will be announced next Friday May 21st!

You are entering to win this pink "Starfish Candy" necklace

from the Patty Anderson "Beach Collection."

This necklace is made of pure silver and strung on hand-dyed silk ribbon. It can be worn as a necklace in varying lengths by tying a bow at the nape of your neck or worn as a wrap bracelet.

Mmmm ...Yummy Starfish Candy!

"I love the Ocean!! I love the beach!! The colors and textures of the sky, the water, the sand and the trees completely inspire me. The movement of sun and shade playing on all of these entices me. The scents and the air... I find such peace when I am there. Ideas come flowing to me. The mountains give me a very similar inspiration. The textures, the sky ,the terrain. I love being in all of it." ~ Patty Anderson

We love her inspiration tags too!

Isola Bella's Q & A with the fabulous Patty Anderson

What is a typical day like in your studio?

PA ~ "I am also a personal trainer. I love the one on one with my clients. It is a nice balance because when I am in the studio, it is just me. I finish with my clients mid morning and hit the studio. I check my emails, then it's down to work."

What is your favorite piece from the collection?

PA ~ "My favorite jewelry design at the moment is the Star of the Sea. The Sterling oxidized chain is made in Italy. It is gorgeous. The first time I got it I was so afraid to cut it and play around with it. I finally got my nerve up and cut into it. I scattered pearls on it with sterling wire and placed one of my starfish through the 3 chains. I was thrilled with the design. I love wearing it. I call it my signature piece."

"My favorite belt is the Starfish Buckle and the Pink Gator leather. The starfish buckle was my original thought for a buckle. It is where the whole belt line originated."

Pink Gator Starfish Belt

"I am currently adding 4 new women's buckles to my line. They are an anchor, a heart, a whale and a flower. I also have a men's line in the works. It will be a preppy, beachy, line. Both seersucker and leather belts. My husband and son are very excited!!"

What is fun and inspiring to you?.

 PA ~ "I am a very family oriented person. I enjoy more than anything being with my husband of almost 24 years and our three children, Graham, Kiera and Laine.

Patty Anderson with her husband of 24 years.

The Anderson Family

I am addicted to yoga!! I love it and find such calmness in it. We have recently started Stand Up Paddle boarding. What a great workout and a wonderful way to be on the water. Living in Florida, I feel so lucky to have the beach and ocean right here. We hop on the intercoastal and glide on crystal clear turquoise water. It is incredible. We see sea turtles, sting rays, fish... Amazing!"

A perfect ending to her day. A gorgeous sunset.

SeaHorse-ing Around

There are so many fun ways designers interpret the gorgeous symbol of the seahorse into functional wares. From artwork to accents and film, these are a few of my favorite discoveries this week.

Did you know? In ancient times the Greeks and Romans believed the seahorse was a symbol or strength and power. Ancient Europeans believed the seahorse carried the souls of deceased sailors to the underworld giving them safe passage and protection until they met their soul’s destination. Sailors have long viewed the seahorse as a good luck charm too. Seahorses are believed to bring good luck in many cultures and symbolize patience, friendship, protection and happiness.

Fun Seahorse Facts:

Seahorses gained international protection on May 15, 2004.

They vary in color, including orange, red, yellows, grey & greens.

During mating season, they utter musical sounds.
They mate under a full moon.

Seahorses like to swim in pairs linked by their tails.

Earth Lust Bottles  ~ $18.00

made from high quality stainless steel and painted with non-toxic inks.

Come in every design under the sun.

Seahorse Movie at amazon.com

I am in love with this Jonathan Adler porcelain lamp ~ $295.

Pier1 Tumblers ~ $8.00 each

You don't have to be a kid to enjoy this fun mobile by Flensted.

Kangaroobo.com ~ $29.99

Gorgeous Oversized Seahorse Towels by Seaton Surf ~$95.

I  love the antique feel to this gorgeous sepia seahorse print available at Art.com ~ $8.99

Seahorse Cookie Cutters. Doesn't get sweeter than this.

thecookiecuttershop.com ~ $1.95

These seahorse knobs by Liberty will bring an instant summer facelift to your bathroom or kitchen cabinets. I love the antique finish. Very vintage. Available at Lowes.com  ~ $3.79 each