This series of pink themed jewelry is dedicated to Spencer, a truly special furry being who passed away on February 17, 2009, of Hemangiosarcoma, an aggressive form of canine cancer.

Spencer was a retired movie star, a golden retriever mascot, and a therapy dog. He touched so many who came in contact with him because of his gentle and sweet nature. Others, including me, came to know his fun and goofy side through his blogged adventures.

50% of the proceeds from these listings will be donated to the National Canine Cancer Foundation in Spencer’s name. Click the photos to check out the item in my Etsy shop.

RIP sweet Spencer. You left a world a bit better just by being in it. You are loved. You are missed. You are my friend. You are forever in my heart.

I made two dog bone necklaces for Southern California Golden Retriever Rescue’s holiday eBay auction. The event starts soon after Thanksgiving so make sure to check out their website for more details to help them help goldens in need. These gifts that give twice make the perfect holiday pressies for any dog lover.

The photos above show “Golden Swirls”, a Lampwork dog bone necklace featuring a glass bone torched by favorite artisan, Janet Crosby. I paired Janet’s bone with lovely, shimmering Mother of Pearl set off with shiny sterling silver and a sparkling Swarovski Crystal charm.

I couldn’t decide what to call the second necklace as it features a really unusual bone. “Blue Mist”, “Purple Haze” and “Smoke Gets In Your Eyes” were contenders. In the end, “Blue Mist” won.

The focal, again, is a beautiful, mysterious, glass bone by Janet. I tried to pick up the gorgeous colors in the bone through a variety of shades of Swarovski Crystals. Oxidized, ornate sterling silver give this piece a formal feel. It really is quite lovely in person, if I do say so myself!

If you’re interested in any of these one-of-a-kind, handmade pieces, make sure to check out SCGR Rescue’s website for the 411 on their holiday eBay auction as well other fundraising events.

Thanks so much for stopping by. Until next time — take care & stay well!

‘PAWS FOR A GOOD CAUSE‘ has donated $1,590 so far for 2008. Third quarter donations include $240 to HSUS, $255 to SCGR Rescue, $300 to GRCGLA Rescue, and $455 in merchandise donations to EFA Artists Helping Animals Etsy.com team store and CSRNE Joey Fund Auction. Click the image above to view the updated donation documentation.

I am so thrilled and honored to be able to do this using my creativity, and with the generous and kind support of my loyal customers; wonderful Lampwork Artists – Janet Crosby, Lori Flanders, Marcy Lamberson, Dawn White, and Kim Yamakawa – who have donated fabulous, handcrafted glass beads, and most of all – my dear, dear husband. I am very fortunate to have you all in my life.

THANK YOU.