Time for a change...

We are changing things up a bit!! Agape Gifts will have various ways to view our work both in a piece of the day and a shot of a work day - or works in the working! The piece of the day will be a brief feature image on facebook, twitter, google plus and linked-in, however if you wish to learn more about the inspiration or materials of the piece the Ag blog is where I share the personal side of the work. The shot of the day will be generated from Instragram - so join that to see works in the working. Please feel free to check out these other avenues: www.facebook.com/AgapeGifts and or www.instagram.com/agapegifts/

of course we are on twitter, google plus and pinterest and don't forget our website  www.AgapeGifts.org

Enjoy!!

Boutique of flowers for Mary

Taking my inspiration to a full conventional rosary - boutique of flowers.

Here my bead-scape isn't really a landscape inspired but it is an image inspired - a boutique of flowers. Our prayers are a boutique of petitions and offerings. The picture doesn't depict well the flowery image with the green stems and various colored blooms but its all in there (too difficult to shoot such a large piece clearly). The Our Father beads are wire wrapped like a stem of flowers would be for a wedding or given as a gift. This new inspiration added a touch of challenge to making rosaries - and for me that is fun!

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Sisterly love!

Enjoy this resurrection finger rosary - keeping your loved one in your pocket!

This amethyst stone finger rosary was made for a dear devoted Catholic friend which depicts a image of a beloved sister who was lost to cancer. I met my friend in art school so I wanted the finish to have an artsy look tying our friendship together. Donna may you rest in peace - much love to you K!!

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I remember you!

Remember to pray for the those who have gone before us - great way is through a finger rosary! Enjoy! This finger rosary remembers the passing of a beloved father - the red for the month he passed away. Encouraging words to pray for his time in purgatory then release into heaven. Great way to pass down a memory for generations to come!

Sacramental gift for a Sacrament...

Enjoy this special wedding rosary - evoking a Saint's blessing w personalized names & dates. The stones represent the wedding color celebration. Every thing hand selected as well as hand crafted. The commemorative wedding rosary is an incredible gift to give that will last for generations to come!

Midnight Celebration!!

This is wire cork is adorned with sparkly neon yellow green stones embedded within gradient blue polymer clay with a whimsical green ribbon. This piece of art work reminds me of twinkling stars at midnight, very romantic. What do you think? Enjoy!

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To Dangle or not to Dangle

Discerning whether or not to put dangles in and to what degree. http://ow.ly/i/3ivNy Again this is all temporarily wired and strung. All Swavorski crystals are used in this piece thus far. Enjoy!

Dah Da!! It's finish and over the pond!

Happy Fall everyone - and I am sorry that I forgot to post yesterday w the finished art work... sorry - crazy day got away from me. :/ Here is the final piece completely put together... this special piece was made for my pen pal in England to whom we have been writing since 1974. I was beyond excited to give it to her when I met up with Debbie and her family in August. Great memories! Enjoy!!

Make something old into something new

A rosary bracelet with a different spin - this bracelet was made from her mother-in-law's jewelry, given to her by her mother; something old turned into something new. Great mother's day idea! The piece is just beautiful. It was a wonderful design challenge... I had to rework it a few times to get it perfect. All mom's involved seemed very happy with the outcome!! (owned by a very special friend as well!) Enjoy!! www.AgapeGifts.org Laura@AgapeGIfts.org

Rosary in the rounds

Here is another full bead count Rosary Bracelet with a twist! The hand cut and textured brass metal circles are the Our Father beads with ten different shaped and species stones for the Hail Mary beads. Yep - that is an Ag original toggle too! Another one of my favs owned by a very special friend. Enjoy! Laura@AgapeGifts.org

Great Great Grandma Praying for the new Baby!

Wonderful new Mother's gift - a rosary bracelet praying for her sweet daughter to be. This rosary bracelet also have generational imaging for five generation!!! Awesome intercessory prayer going on for the mommy and baby. Enjoy! If you want something specially made just contact us - we are here to serve you! Laura@AgapeGifts

We LOVE you Mom!

An awesome Mother's day gift... pictures of her children and grandchildren. The metal is a beautiful combination of copper and argentium silver with the word MOM stamped on the three un-imaged circles. Love this piece! What mom wouldn't!? Enjoy! If you would like to create a special gift, just contact us! Laura@AgapeGIfts.org

Beautiful Artwork - to wear!

What an honor to create this piece! My dear friend asked me to make a special bracelet for her special friend; after pouring prayer over this commission piece I decided to put my artist friend into the piece as well. This is her art work detailed into a bracelet. I was beyond thrilled with the outcome... also being inspired for more pieces of my own artwork! Enjoy! Contact us if you are interested in creating something unique! www.AgapeGifts.org Laura@AgapeGifts.org

Great Protection!

A wonderful reminder that St. Michael is praying for you! Beckoning his powerful protection gives quite a boast to the day of wear-er. This bracelet features a nice hand knitted elastic band for comfort. St. Michael pray for us. Enjoy! Contact us if you are interested in a similar personalize piece! www.AgapeGifts.org Laura@AgapeGifts.org

What a sweet guy!

This commission piece was very special - all Argentium Silver with lovely pictures of their journey through marriage. This is a wonderful gift to his wife - isn't it sweet! His idea too! The blank rectangle is reserved for a current picture of the two of them. I am very pleased with the design of my tried and true toggle. I was thrilled when this piece was completed... I am sure it will bring tears of joy! Enjoy! Contact us if you would like a special bracelet made for you! www.AgapeGifts.org Laura@AgapeGifts.org

Special Bracelet for a Special Person

Good Morning Ag family - today we will celebration with a rosary bracelet make with vermeil, gold filled metal, bone and mother of pearl. Mary our Mother (mother of pearl bricks) leads us a on a path directly to Christ through our prayers. Enjoy! This piece is not available. www.AgapeGifts.org

Jesus be with Pope Francis

Again another celebration of our new Pope Francis - Jesus we Trust in You to lead our world through peace -through a humble heart. These cuff links are available! Enjoy!! www.AgapeGifts.org

Welcome Papa Francis

I was trying to figure out a good image for today - in celebration of Pope Francis. I was inspired to share a manly sorrowful chaplet in honor of Pope Francis's humbleness. Don't forget to celebrate our new Papa with pi - and if you gave up sweets for Lent... have chicken pot Pi!! Enjoy! Oh this piece is available. www.AgapeGifts.org

A dad's gift to his children

The next set of rosary images were all commission by a wonderful man (father) for all his children for Christmas. I will start w his daughter's rosaries (6). This one was made with a beautiful czech glass beads in purple hues. Reminded me of grapes on the vine, like the Blood of Christ. Enjoy! wwwAgapeGifts.org

He IS the reason for the season

Good Morning everyone & happy December! Hard to believe we are in the last month of 2012! Today piece reminds us of why we celebrate Christmas - Jesus had to be born in order to die & rise for our salavation! Here is a great zipper pull, for your clothing or purse, to keep our focus in line to what is truly important during the day - every day. Jesus I trust in You! This pieces is available

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