Here it is!!  My newest addition “Rouge Roulette”

I think that each one becomes my new favourite - and that’s probably the way it sould be.  Anyway, this is by far my most favourite and colourful peice!

This peice has two different red turquoise stones (oval and free form), two different white turquoise stones (round and oval), both silver and burgandy (gorgeous) mother of pearl, and my newest fettish, red rhinestone rhondelles!!! 

The rhondelles are silver surrounding 6 swarovski crystal rhinestones - gives it that extra bling factor! 

(click on photos to be taken to place of purchase)

The greatest feature of this peice…the new clasp!!!  I found this absolutely fitting rhinestone buckle sytle magnetic clasp.  Now I”m not usually one to go with magnetic as they can open.  However, this has a fold over bar style, and there is NO chance this baby is letting go.  It really does put the final touch on the peice.

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The newest addition to the one of a kind family!

So, the first few sold out a lot faster than I had anticipated.  I’ve been busy at work in my little chunky necklace workshop trying to get a few more peices out in time for Christmas to garnish those splendid cowgirl stockings!

My necklace line is turquoise based - every necklace has turquoise stones, varying in colour, shape and size- as it has grown to be my favourite stone.  The multi strand designs give them some body (not the limpness of a single strand peice), and the various gemstones make them a true pleasure to look at and wear!

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This peice has Blue turquoise, white turquoise, and green turquoise.  If you look closely you will also see the snake skin Jasper (it the larger dark oval stone…beautiful!!) Other stones include jade, amazonite, labradorite, and mother of pearl rice beads. 

The greatest feature of this peice…the new clasp!!!  I found this absolutely fitting rhinestone buckle sytle magnetic clasp.  Now I”m not usually one to go with magnetic as they can open.  However, this has a fold over bar style, and there is NO chance this baby is letting go.  It really does put the final touch on the peice.

Anyway, click on the link to go to an online purchase area if you are interested.  First come, first served…and they are “One of a Kind Cowgirl”!

The “One of a Kind Cowgirl” line guarantees that there will never be another peice made the same as the ones shown.  No fear that anyone will show up with the same peice…well worth it!

Another One of a Kind Cowgirl peice has sold!!!

~*Congratulations Darlene Small of Osego IL*~

Don’t miss out on your opportunity at a “One of a Kind Cowgirl”

Several new peices will be available over the next couple weeks.  I will also be offering a FREE SHIPPING sale  via Express to ensure Christmas (or Christmas Party) delivery.

Check  back often for your very own Chunky Cowgirl Style “One of a Kind Cowgirl” peice!

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Well, not much to write about for the fall.  Just a few reminders…maybe even a checklist to make sure you have everything in order going into winter ‘09-’10.

The spring and fall are the worst times of year for sick horses.  Weather changes, nutritional changes, and quite often activity level changes can all contribute.

Keeping your horses immunity up with a vitamin B supplement is never a bad idea.  Especially since they will likely be spending a lot more time in the barn in closer quarters with the rest of the horses making it easier for sickness to spread.  Vitamin B supplements are typically expensive, and since you aren’t feeding much, last a fairly long time.

Make sure your horse has a nice cover on it…and by cover I mean a bit of a fat layer.  We don’t typically recommend horses be overweight, but a little extra fat will help provide them with a little extra layer to keep them warm, and provide them with extra calories for maintenance needed when it gets cold out.

Exercise Exercise Exercise.  If your horse is used to being ridden 4 times a week or is typically out on pasture all day and is now cooped up in the barn, standing in a stall for 20 hours a day isn’t much fun.  Try to incorporate as much exercise into their schedule as possible…whether it’s lounging in the arena, going for a trail ride on the sunny days, or just letting them out for an extra long romp in the field.

Nutritionally, it’s always a good idea to get your hay tested to ensure it’s nutritional quality, and allowing youself to balance for and deficiencies. 

Keeping your horse in top health not only decreases vet bills, but gives you a good jump start to your training or show season in the spring.  Just a few easy steps can make all the difference.

Wishing you and yours a happy healthy fall!

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OK, so I”m at my real job today.  Bit of a slow morning so I”m taking a quick break to post my newest peice.  I just finished it lastnight, and it’s gorgeous. 

Again, Turquoise being my stone of choice, it has three different styles.  Green, white and Blue turquoise give this peice lots of body.  It has freshwater pearls, and my new favourite….rhinestone rondelles.  They have green stones in them, so they flash, and they match, giving it a subtle bling score.

Click on the photos for more information or to purchase

Again, since I make these myself, and have no intention in mass producing them, this is a one of a kind peice that you will never see on anyone else.

If originality is what you are looking for, check out this collection!

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So, after selling my first peice, the “one of a kind cowgirl alisa” in less than a week, I thought it might be nice to showcase one a day (or at least a couple a week) so everyone has a chance to find and fall in love with their “one of a kind cowgirl” original peice.

Again,  since these are all made by me, and I never intend to replicate a piece, you can accessorize knowing that NOBODY will show up with the same one.

 Click on the photos to inquire or purchase.

My necklace line is turquoise based - every necklace has turquoise stones, varying in colour - as it has grown to be my favourite stone.  The multi strand designs give them some body (not the limpness of a single strand peice), and the various gemstones make them a true pleasure to look at!

Don’t need the over the top Cowgirl Necklace, but still want to stand out?

This is your peice

Made with two different styles of Turquoise, fresh water pearls, amazonite, black agate, and rhondite, this is a beautiful peice

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Sorry about everyone’s luck…everyone except Shelli Oxtoby who is the proud new owner of this one of a kind (never to be replicated!) necklace.  (shown in my last post)

It will be on display around her neck at the PBR finals next weekend in Saskatchewan.  Have a Great time (and look good doing it Shelli!).

Don’t miss out on the next “One of a Kind Cowgirl” addition, it could be yours!

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So, I’ve been dabbling in the jewelry making for quite some time now.  Mostly just as a hobby, something quiet that I can do in my spare time.  I often make pieces for events that I’m attending and need to match accessories, or for close friends that enjoy it too.

As my collection is growing - apparently I have too much spare time LOL - I wish! I have decided to make my own line of “One-Of-A-Kind” pieces.  Since these are all made by me, and I never intend to replicate a piece, you can accessorize knowing that NOBODY will show up with the same one.

My necklace line is turquoise based - every necklace has turquoise stones, varying in colour - as it has grown to be my favourite stone.  The multi strand designs give them some body (not the limpness of a single strand peice), and the various gemstones make them a true pleasure to look at!

I have never worn one of my own peices and not had comments on it from at least 3 people at the event.  They really are quite gorgeous - I know, I”m biased.  Many come with removable concho pendants, so you can casualize them for your Cowgirl out on the town outfit.

These pieces are available at www.thecowpokestore.com or in my ebay store “Cowpokestore”

Anyway, hope you enjoy them as much as I do.  Feel free to email me with your colour preferance or mix and match however you like.

Till next time!

Tags: Cowgirl Bling Gifts, Cowgirl Christmas Necklaces

This year seems to have been a particularly bad year for strangles outbreaks in our area.  Quite unfortunately it has hit a couple barns with force, causing them to shut down operations until the disease has cleared.

From a nutritionist point of view, there are a few things you can do to help stop the spread of the disease, and secondly, to decrease the severity and therefore the down time of your horse, should the contract strangles.

First you need to be aware.  Be aware that the problem exists in your area, and that it spreads very quickly.  There are somethings you can do to prevent the spread (washing, disinfecting, not sharing tack etc.), and there are many thing that will be out of your control that can cause the spread.  If you are at a boarding barn you never know where other boarders have been, where their vehicles have been, or if someone has trailerd to a show and come into contact with an infected horse.  All of these things can happen to accidentally cause the spread, and all you can do is be prepared.

Watch your horse carefully for signs of nasal discharge, take their temperature, and take special notice in any changes in energy levels. 

Feed a vitamin mineral mixture that is high in B and C vitamins.  These boost the immune system which is beneficial if they do contract strangles.

Most of all, contact a veterinarian at the first sight of anything resembling strangles.  The sooner that strangles are caught and treated, the less severe the case, and the sooner you can get back to a normal routine.

Post strangles, it is always a good idea to give you horse a couple days worth of probiotics (enzymes and bacteria in the digestive system that are often killed off as a result of treatment). Again, this will get the digestive system back to normal as quickly as possible, and allow your horse to return to it’s usual eating habbits.

This was just a breif over view of my thoughts on strangles.  Please, be a responsible horse owner and do your part in preventing the spread of strangles.  Wishing everyone a happy healthy fall 2009!

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