Etsy Shop for annaqua

Ivie Earrings

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 10:21:52 -0500

$42.00
Featuring beautiful pieces of golden-pink freshwater pearl subtly grouped together at the end of a mass of brass peanut chain, the Ivie earrings are a crowd pleaser every time. Falling from brass lever-back ear wires, these are just lovely!

3.75" from top to bottom.

de Vere Necklace

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 10:21:52 -0500

$58.00
This is the real favorite here at miel and milk. A gathering of different chains (including a great, chunky square chain) and a length of Swarovski crystals come together at each end in a tulip cap. The cap is topped off, on one side, with a small blue Swarovski crystal and gold connector and the clasp. On the other side is a length of chain that ends in an antique Czech glass lampwork bead held in place by a brass and rhinestone headpin.

The de Vere necklace is a real delight, stunning with any outfit.

20.25" long. The chain with the lampwork bead hangs 4.75" long.

Waters Earrings

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 10:21:51 -0500

$36.00
Loads of brass chain and a bunching of small purple glass teardrop beads make up the Waters earrings. Finished with 14 karat gold leverback ear wires and just over 4" long, the Waters earrings are sure to please.

Antique Tarleton Bracelet

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 10:21:51 -0500

$19.00
A bold version of the Tarleton Bracelet, five large links of vintage silver chain are showcased on this simple, lovely little piece. Finished with a miel and milk tag, made just for us by Etsy seller jenkemp.

7"

Lovett Bracelet

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 17:07:27 -0500

$23.00
Vintage silver chain and a darling pink Swarovski pearl make the Lovett bracelet simple but stunning.

Adjustable from 7"-7.5".

Sibell Earrings

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 19:05:32 -0500

$23.00
Stainless steel chain cascades from sweet shiny tulips on the Sibell Earrings. Perfect for spring; finished with stainless steel ear wires.

Tarleton Bracelet

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 19:05:32 -0500

$16.00
A new twist on the Tarleton Bracelet, three large links of double chain are showcased alongside gunmetal chain on this simple, lovely little piece. Finished with a magnetic clasp: easy-peasy.

Kempe Necklace

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 19:36:46 -0500

$27.00
“That we find a crystal or a poppy beautiful means that we are less alone, that we are more deeply inserted into existence than the course of a single life would lead us to believe.” John Berger

The Kempe necklace has a great tie-on design, finished off with a guinea feather and a beautiful white quartz crystal. With a simple, doubled-over brass chain, this necklace is just perfect with a pair of jeans and a t-shirt.

34" from bottom of feather to bottom of crystal.

Gaddy Necklace

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 19:36:45 -0500

$59.00
That settles it: it's love! The Gaddy necklace is chock full of goodness, from the brass, copper, silver and stainless chain to a sweet vintage red pendant, from the disheveled air of the piece to the simple fun of it. Antique, textured silver chain and large-link stainless chain finish off the piece in the back (and hey, we're not fussy--make the back the front, it you want!). Geez louise, this might just be our new favorite.

20"

SALE Cathrall Necklace

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 19:36:45 -0500

$46.00
This item is marked down from $53

Edgy and glamorous, the Cathrall necklace has four different types of chain all wrapped up in one piece. With sterling silver jump rings and a tiny topaz connector, this is a miel and milk favorite. It's equally at home with a t-shirt and jeans or with a little black dress.

20" long, 4" chain bunching.

Bilbro necklace

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 19:36:45 -0500

$28.00
Bilbro perfume locket, hand-painted, hand-sewn silk cord.

SALE Bramspeth Necklace

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 19:05:40 -0400

$55.00
Was $67

The Bramspeth necklace is a real stunner, made completely of sterling silver, with a length of Swarovski pearls for good measure. The catch on this piece alone, with its nine purple rhinestones, is pure glamor. Finished off with a hanging antique Czech glass bead and a purple rhinestone and brass headpin, the Bramspeth necklace beats out the competition with no trouble at all.

18" long, 6.5" chain grouping. The chain holding the glass bead hangs 4" from the clasp.

Arlin/Medecins sans Frontiers Earrings

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 19:05:39 -0400

$28.00
Loads of silver plated and gunmetal chain fall simply from stainless ear wires; the Arlin earrings are just perfect.

3" from top of ear wire to bottom of chain.

100% of the proceeds from these earrings goes to Doctors without Borders/Medecins Sans Frontiers, a non-partisan international humanitarian organization dedicated to providing emergency medical care to people in danger in over 70 countries:

In countries where health structures are insufficient or even non-existant, MSF collaborates with authorities such as the Ministry of Health to provide assistance. MSF works in rehabilitation of hospitals and dispensaries, vaccination programmes and water and sanitation projects. MSF also works in remote health care centres, slum areas and provides training of local personnel. All this is done with the objective of rebuilding health structures to acceptable levels.

Raising Awareness

In carrying out humanitarian assistance, MSF seeks also to raise awareness of crisis situations; MSF acts as a witness and will speak out, either in private or in public about the plight of populations in danger for whom MSF works. In doing so, MSF sets out to alleviate human suffering, to protect life and health and to restore and ensure respect for the human beings and their fundamental human rights.

Only a small percentage of the populations that find themselves in a situation of danger gain the attention of the media. MSF teams travel to places that many people have never heard of, to assist those who have fallen victim to natural or man-made disasters. MSF volunteers have a story to tell when they return from their missions, and they use their experiences to speak of what they have seen. For MSF, raising awareness for these populations and the situations they are in is an important task. Whenever possible, MSF volunteers give interviews and make presentations. MSF offices worldwide facilitate the organisation of gatherings, for individuals and groups who want to speak in their home communities. MSF also mounts exhibitions and, from time to time, releases publications, with the aim of raising awareness.

It is part of MSF's work to address any violations of basic human rights encountered by field teams, violations perpetrated or sustained by political actors. It does so by confronting the responsible actors themselves, by putting pressure on them through mobilisation of the international community and by issuing information publicly. In order to prevent compromise or manipulation of MSF's relief activities, MSF maintains neutrality and independance from individual governments. The organisation also tries to ensure that the majority of funds raised for its work comes directly from contributions from the general public. In this way, MSF guarantees equal access to its humanitarian assistance.

MSF has been setting up emergency medical aid missions around the world since 1971.

Tarleton Bracelet

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 19:05:39 -0400

$13.00
Five large links are subtly showcased on this simple, lovely little bracelet.

The Tarleton bracelet is available in all sterling and stainless steel, stainless and gunmetal, stainless, and brass. Please specify which you prefer in the message to seller, or if you'd like some other combination of materials.

Measures approximately 7" to 7.5". Let me know if you need it longer or shorter!

Cornwall Pin II

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 19:05:39 -0400

$18.00
We're not quite sure how the idea for the Cornwall pin came about; all we know is that when we pinned it on, we instantly felt like we were wearing a medal of honor.

In this version of the Cornwall pin, a great chunk of pink rhodacrosite is cushioned by loads of sterling plated chain, all hanging from a beautiful silver pin.

Call us cheesy, but we think this pin is best pinned right over the heart, because some believe that rhodacrosite is useful in finding love.

2.5" long, just over 2" across.

Poulton Weight

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 10:31:52 -0400

$8.00
Made with beautiful Czech glass pearls, this weight is perfect for asymmetrical necklaces. Clip it onto the center of the back of your necklace and the front will stay in just the position you want it to!

This is also great for any necklace. Just think: you'll never have to worry about the catch making its way to the front of your necklace again!

Gwilym Earrings

Sat, 26 Sep 2009 19:40:22 -0400

$49.00
Talk about number one stunner! These rockin' earrings have loads of gunmetal chain falling around chunks of raw-cut, pink rhodacrosite. Finished with a stainless steel fishhook ear wire, the Gwilym earrings are the real rock stars at miel and milk.

Bonus: it is said that rhodacrosite is helpful in finding love!

These earrings are 3.5" from top to bottom.

Haitt Earrings

Sat, 26 Sep 2009 19:40:22 -0400

$39.00
You can never go wrong with red! Lovely coral pieces fall from brass chain on the Haitt earrings. These little gems are the perfect meeting of delicate and bold, sweet and strong. Topped with a brass lever-back ear wire, 4.25" from top to bottom.

Broc Bracelet

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 12:23:46 -0400

$42.00
Made with a beautiful antique shoe clip, the Broc Bracelet is so simply elegant, we could wear it every day.

A little history lesson: Shoe clips were very popular when times were tight, as a way to dress up a plain pair of shoes without spending money on a whole new pair.

When we found this pair of antique shoe clips, we instantly fell in love. We know you will, too!

10" in length, this bracelet is adjustable OR can be made to fit your wrist.

SALE Kornegay Earrings

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 12:23:46 -0400

$40.00
Loads of shiny copper chain fall around teardrops of smoothly faceted yellow jade (which is said to bring about good luck, don'tcha know!) in the Kornegay earrings. Another simple miel and milk favorite.

4" long from top to the longest piece of chain

Sterling Silver Tarleton Bracelet

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 17:34:37 -0400

$19.00
A sterling silver version of the Tarleton Bracelet, five large links are subtly showcased on this simple, lovely little piece. Finished with a miel and milk tag, made just for us by Etsy seller jenkemp.

7.75", can be made smaller or larger if needed.

MacNiven Bracelet

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 17:34:37 -0400

$30.00
This bracelet was $38

With a golden-and-green, raw cut stone and loads of gunmetal chain, the MacNiven bracelet is equal parts laid-back and rock star cool. This piece is reserved enough for the office, and quirky enough for date night.

8.25" long

Fychan Earrings

Sun, 06 Sep 2009 10:46:33 -0400

$41.00
A mass of mixed brass chain rests atop a lovely shiny brass leaf on each of the Fychan earrings.

Topped with a lever-back ear wire and at 3.5" long, these are a beautiful accent for your ears.

Cobb Ring

Sun, 06 Sep 2009 10:46:33 -0400

$31.00
Little droplets of sweet blue-gray Swarovski pearls make this minimal ring just the thing.

Silver-plated ring base, adjustable.

Redfearn Bracelet

Sun, 06 Sep 2009 10:46:33 -0400

$32.00
This copper chain bracelet is simply wonderful with a t-shirt and jeans. A beaded chain is woven in for good measure, and the copper catch is a real star. The Redfearn bracelet is so fun it's almost not fair.

8.25" long

Broc Necklace

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 19:31:04 -0400

$27.00
A great antique shoe clip hangs from copper chain.

23.5" chain.