I haven't figured out everything yet...
...but I do believe it is coming along!
The Lord is so kind!
Oh, and don't forget to enter the earring giveaway!
Blessings!
~Alana
Saturday, February 18, 2012
New pictures
Oh, and don't forget to enter the earring giveaway!
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Valentine's Day Giveaway
Happy Valentine's Day, everyone!
In honor of the day, I'm giving away this lovely pair of pink linen earrings that have been embellished with purple teardrop glass beads. They are suspended from silver filled ear wires (remember the other Etsy store?), and hang a generous three inches from the top of the hook.
To enter this giveaway, please leave a comment and include your e-mail address (if you would prefer that it not be published, I will be happy to edit your comment before publishing!), or, for two chances to win, 'Like' my Facebook page and then leave me a comment letting me know!
Regarding this week's promises - I must apologize for not getting that out yesterday. We had a minor family emergency over the weekend, but I'm very happy to report that everyone is home now and doing well. The Lord's mercies are overwhelming!
And the Lord said, "I have surely seen the affliction of my people which are in Egypt, and have heard their cry by reason of their taskmasters; for I know their sorrows..."
Exodus 3:7
No matter what season of life you are enjoying or enduring, it is such a comfort to know that the Lord Jesus does hear the cries of His people, and He not only cares, but is able to deliver us from the troubles! The God who rescued His people from the greatest nation on earth at the time has the same power today. Take heart!
Blessings!
~Alana
Thursday, February 9, 2012
Featured Gallery: The Black Rooster
Find them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blackroosterva?sk=wall
This is a really nice, classy, uptown place to go for a nice meal or just to hang out for a bit! Located conveniently in historic downtown Marion, Virginia, the Black Rooster is beautifully decorated and makes a very interesting stop.
[And, of course, they carry a nice selection of my tatted jewelry. :)]
Blessings!
~Alana
Monday, February 6, 2012
New Photo Tecniques and Sweet Promises
This past Saturday my extremely talented and very nice brother taught me how to take more visually interesting pictures. The first three photos are some I took before the lesson; the last three are during/after the lesson.
This week's promise is found in Isaiah, chapter 41, verse 10
Do not fear, for I am with you;
Do not anxiously look about, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, surely I will help you,
Surely I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.
How difficult it is to obey this verse! It is impossible if we rely on our own strength, but with God, all things are possible. He has done so much for us, and the way He has told us that we may show our appreciation is to obey Him and honor Him, and He has promised to help us!
Blessings!
~Alana
Wednesday, February 1, 2012
Western Earring Designs
My Heart belongs in the West - silver thread and Swarovski crystals
The turquoise beads just didn't have the pizazz that I was looking for, hence the crystals. These pictures are just a little overexposed, but I'll try to get more today so you can see the contrast better.
What do you think? Should I try to make more jewelry like this, or stick to other designs?
Blessings,
~Alana
Monday, January 30, 2012
An Encouraging Thought
In light of the fact that many people I know have lost relatives and friends recently, it seemed an appropriate time to remember what the Lord through His word has said happens to a person at death.
"So where's the encouraging thought?" I hear you ask. It is a good question, but humor me for a minute, please.
The soul cannot die or sleep. He (or she) immediately returns to God, because the soul is of immortal substance.
The souls of believers are at once made perfect in holiness, and are received into Heaven where they behold the face of God.
However, the souls of those who refused the free offer of the gospel during their lives on this earth are cast into Hell, where they remain in agony and total darkness, awaiting the Judgement Day.
The Bible tells us of no other place for souls separated from their bodies.
At the last day, those still alive will not die, but they will be changed, and the souls all the people who have ever lived will be reunited with their bodies.
The Almighty, True, and Living God makes no mistakes. He alone knows the hearts of men, and He will not cast any away who call on Jesus in faith and repentance. (John 6:37)
So, the encouraging though is that nothing that happens to a body after death has any effect on the soul. The soul doesn't hang around here in limbo. Our feelings have no effect on the actual state of anyone's soul!
And, there can be no such thing as ghosts.
And, there can be no such thing as ghosts.
Now, wasn't that worth waiting for?
Blessings,
~Alana
Saturday, January 28, 2012
A Thrilling Announcement:
Ear-wires for Laces by Alana Tatter are now being made by...
And their Etsy shop here:
The Kiawah Collection ladies!
This is a mother-daughter team who design and produce wire wrapped jewelry.
You can visit their facebook page here:
And their Etsy shop here:
I am looking forward to showcasing their lovely ear-wires on my new earring designs! And, of course, anyone who purchases earrings from me will be supporting two Etsy shops, which is really quite nice when you think about it. :)
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