Monthly Archives: February 2014

Fictional Friends – In Defense of Re-Reading

Posted on February 28, 2014 by Ciarrai

It’s funny. There are more books in the world that I want to read than I will ever have the chance to read and yet, I am an unrepentant re-reader. There are just some books and series that I will … Continue reading →

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Secret Garden Treasures

Posted on February 28, 2014 by Ciarrai

My Secret Garden Ring was featured in this lovely collection of Etsy Treasures! The treasury also features this lovely Secret Garden Book Purse from Novel Creations  (which is available to Ciarrai Studios customers and fans for 10% off). Check out … Continue reading →

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Looking for Kindred Spirits

Posted on February 27, 2014 by Ciarrai

Like Anne Shirley, I am always on the look out for kindred spirits and I love meeting new people and making new friends.  So I would like to take this moment to introduce myself, in the hopes that someone out … Continue reading →

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Anne of Green Gables and Simple Pleasures

Posted on February 26, 2014 by Ciarrai

When I went looking to compile a list of my favorite Anne of Green Gables quotes, this one jumped out at me. I have always loved the sentiment and the lovely imagery but when I read it this time, it … Continue reading →

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The White Way of Delight – Anne Shirley and the Power of Names

Posted on February 25, 2014 by Ciarrai

As I mentioned before, I am sharing some of my favorite Anne of Green Gables quotes this week as part of my week-long celebration of all things Green Gables! I chose this quote because it is classic Anne Shirley. I … Continue reading →

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Dreaming of Green Gables

Posted on February 25, 2014 by Ciarrai

This week, it’s all about Anne of Green Gables series by Lucy Maud Montgomery here at Ciarrai Studios. I know I am not alone in this, but Anne Shirley is the fictional BFF that I always wished I knew in … Continue reading →

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New Pride and Prejudice – Inspired Jewelry

Posted on February 24, 2014 by Ciarrai

I have been doing some Spring cleaning in my Etsy shop, updating some of my favorite pieces of jewelry with new and improved designs and clearing out some of the older stock to make room for new pieces. Today, I … Continue reading →

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Looking for the Secret Garden

Posted on February 24, 2014 by Ciarrai

For the first time in far too long, the sun is actually out and shining. Even though I am not known for any great skill with plants, I took one look at the blue sky and  was overwhelmed  with the … Continue reading →

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An Unexpected Kinship in the Poetry of Langston Hughes and Dorothy Parker

Posted on February 21, 2014 by Ciarrai

When reading poetry, I often make connections between different poems and poets. Whether thematically or in tone or subject, my brain bridges one book of poetry with another and then on to another and on to another.  So when I … Continue reading →

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Bookish Style – Literary Chic Accessories for Book Lovers and Bibliophiles

Posted on February 20, 2014 by Ciarrai

Just because you spend all your time reading, doesn’t mean that you can’t look fabulous while you do it! Infuse your look with all the romance and charm of your favorite books and poetry with Ciarrai Studios’ handmade literary jewelry … Continue reading →

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