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50 Dollar Gift Certificate

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 19:37:37 -0500

$50.00
This certificate will enable the recipient to make a purchase of $50 in my shop. After checkout, I will either:

1) Email you a digital (PDF) file with a gift certificate as shown in the listing photos. You can then either forward the email to your gift recipient, or print a copy for giving in person.

2) Mail you a physical copy of the gift certificate.

If you do not specify a preference, I will email you a digital file within 24 hours of purchase.

The Fine Print:

- This certificate is redeemable ONLY in my Etsy shop.

- The certificate you purchase will be dated, with an expiration 7 years from the date of purchase (as required by Massachusetts law).

- Each certificate will have an individual code that the recipient will need to use for a purchase.

- If the recipient would like to make a purchase in excess of the value of the certificate, I will send him/her a PayPal invoice for the difference. If the purchase is less than the value of the certificate, I will refund the difference via PayPal.

Poppies II Earrings

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 07:04:46 -0500

$40.00
One of my most popular designs, these poppy-inspired earrings appeal to women of all ages.

These earrings are hand cut from sterling silver sheet, hammered for texture, shaped into slightly concave domes, and then fused to ear wires. They measure about 1 1/2 inches (37 mm) long from the top of the ear wire.

Because my jewelry is made to order, please allow at least 3-5 business days from the time of your purchase for your piece to ship. I'm happy to modify length or size upon request.

All of my jewelry is packaged in a brown kraft paper box with a ribbon, ready for gift giving. First Class shipping within the U.S. is free.

Save the Day Earrings - Sterling Silver posts/studs

Sat, 12 Dec 2009 14:39:32 -0500

$22.00
Simple. Easy. Every day.

There are some mornings when you've got the time to create a perfect look - hair styled, outfit carefully chosen, healthy breakfast made.

Then there are mornings (like most of mine, with young children in the house) when you're grateful to get out the door having showered and selected matching shoes.

For those mornings, or the ones in between when you simply don't want to think about completing a look, these earrings save the day. They go with everything. They're never too flashy, but they're enough to make a simple, confident statement.

And they catch the light nicely enough that, even on the most rushed of mornings, people will look up at them, away from your mismatched shoes. ;-)

Because all of my jewelry is handmade to order, please allow at least 3-5 business days for your purchase to ship. All pieces are packaged in a brown kraft paper box with a ribbon, ready for gift giving.

Mother's Ring in Sterling Silver - adjustable size

Sat, 12 Dec 2009 07:01:12 -0500

$35.00
My children are beautiful, smart, funny, fascinating, joyous, exuberant, creative, wonderful - and really, really exasperating.

On the days when exasperating is the only thing I can remember, I look at these simple little rings with their names and breathe deep. It helps. These make lovely gifts for mothers, who need to breathe deep, and grandmothers, who are usually more patient and just proud. ;)

Each ring I make is hand-stamped with a child's name on a sterling silver band, which is then oxidized to highlight the lettering. Because ring sizing can be tricky, I can finish the edges and leave the band open(as shown in the "Ella" ring above). This makes the ring adjustable over a range of a few ring sizes, though not so flexible that it will bend easily and become misshapen.

If you're purchasing the ring as a gift and aren't sure about sizing, I can prepare a gift package with a photograph of some sample rings and a note that pieces will be custom made for the recipient. The price listed is for ONE ring, but multiple quantities are available for purchase; I will contact you after checkout to confirm name spelling and sizing. Please convo me with any questions.

Please order by *December 15* for Christmas delivery witih the United States. Because my jewelry is handmade to order, please allow at least 3-5 business days for your purchase to ship. All of my jewelry is packaged in a brown kraft paper box with a ribbon, ready for gift giving.

Two Mixed Moods Earrings (one pair) - your choice

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 12:04:35 -0500

$35.00
Mix and match these sterling silver earrings to reflect your mood. Little faces are hand-stamped on each individual post earring: happy, sad, angry, sleepy, indifferent and sly. Fun, whimsical gifts!

Each earring is hand-cut from recycled silver sheet and measures about 1/2 inch square. The faces are stamped and then oxidized for contrast, and the earrings are finished with a brushed texture to highlight the details. I can make them with sterling silver posts for stud earrings, or with sterling earwires for dangles.

This listing is for TWO individual earrings, (one pair) in your choice of designs. Please note at checkout which expressions you'd like. If you're an optimist, choose two Happys, or Happy and Sly. A little less cheery? Perhaps Angry and Indifferent, or Sleepy and Sad. Sets including all six designs are listed separately in my shop.

Because my jewelry is handmade to order, please allow at least 3-5 business days for your purchase to ship. The earrings will be packaged in a brown kraft paper box with a ribbon, ready for gift giving. First Class shipping is FREE; a personalized note can be added upon request.

Set of 6 Mixed Moods Earrings in Recycled Sterling Silver

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 11:58:15 -0500

$100.00
Do you wake up every single morning, feeling happy and refreshed, ready to face your day?

Me neither.

These earrings acknowledge the fact that sometimes we just feel cranky. Or sleepy. Or we don't care. Six different moods are depicted in the set; mix and match earrings to show the world what you're feeling. Bad day at work? Wear Angry and Indifferent. Fun weekend plans? Perhaps Happy and Sly will fit the bill.

This listing is for six individual earrings in the designs pictured: Angry, Sly, Sleepy, Indifferent, Happy, Sad. If you'd like to choose a different assortment (i.e., three sets of two matching designs, or 2 Happys, 2 Sads, 1 Angry, 1 Sleepy), please contact me. If you do not specify otherwise, you'll receive the full assortment. If you'd like just one pair of earrings, sets of 2 are listed separately in my shop.

The set will be packaged in a brown kraft paper box with a ribbon, ready for gift giving, and shipping within the U.S. is FREE. A personalized note can be added upon request.
Because my jewelry is handmade to order, please allow at least 3-5 business days for your purchase to ship.

Snowflake Pendant in Recycled Sterling Silver

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 21:53:17 -0500

$45.00
For the holidays, or just in celebration of winter.

This 1 inch (2.5 cm) pendant is hand-cut from sterling silver sheet and hangs from a 16 inch sterling snake chain. It's particularly striking against black.

Because this piece is handcrafted, just like real snowflakes, no two will be exactly alike (though the design on your pendant will be the same as the one pictured here). Each piece is handmade to order, so please allow at least 3-5 business days for your purchase to ship.

All of my jewelry is ready for gift giving - packaged in boxes made from recycled paper, finished with a ribbon (as shown in the last photo). Worldwide shipping is FREE for the rest of December!

If you'd prefer a different length chain or a black silk cord with sterling clasps, please convo me for details about pricing and availability.

Neighborhood Pin/Pendant in Sterling Silver and Copper

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 13:43:42 -0500

$75.00
My favorite piece in this collection - a three dimensional "shadowbox" style pendant in sterling and copper. The piece features two tiny houses and a tree in the background, all hand cut from silver and copper sheet. The pendant hangs on a sterling snake chain (16 or 18 inches). It can also be worn as a brooch when a safety pin is threaded through the tube bail on the back.

Because all of my jewelry is handmade to order, please allow at least 3-5 business days for your purchase to ship. All pieces are packaged in a brown kraft paper box with a ribbon, ready for gift giving.

Simple Stack - 5 Sterling Silver Rings, sized to order

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 09:52:07 -0500

$50.00
Simple, classic, versatile. Slim sterling silver rings are hammered for texture and shimmer and stacked for dramatic effect.

This listing is for a set of 5 rings, sized to order. These are made from 9 gauge half round wire, and each ring measures about 2mm (1/16 inch)wide. I will contact you after checkout to confirm measurements; if you're buying these as a gift and aren't sure about sizing, I can send a photo to the recipient with a gift certificate and coordinate sizing with her. If you'd like a larger or smaller set of rings, please convo me.

All of my jewelry is packaged in a brown kraft paper box with a ribbon, ready for gift giving. Because each piece is handmade to order, please allow at least 3-5 days for your purchase to ship. Shipping is FREE through the end of December.

Runner's Necklace in Sterling Silver

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 09:16:04 -0500

$35.00
A perfect holiday gift for someone who loves to run, this pendant is handcrafted from sterling silver and hung on an 18 inch sterling cable chain.

I spent the first 40 or so years of my life pretty much sitting around wondering why on earth someone would want to go outside in the rain, the wind or the dark of early morning and pound her feet on the cold, hard ground - on purpose. Then I started running myself, and now I get it. If you run, or know someone who does, you get it, too. As an addiction, it's not a bad one.

This piece measures about 1/2 inch wide and 3/4 inch long, and features a cutout figure with the word "run" hand stamped underneath.

All of my jewelry is packaged in a brown kraft paper box with a ribbon, ready for gift giving. Because each piece is hand made to order, please allow at least 3-5 business days for your purchase to ship. Shipping is FREE through the end of December.

Teach / Inspire Necklace in Sterling Silver - teacher's holiday gift

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 09:19:42 -0500

$45.00
As a parent, I'm often called upon to delve into the reserves of my supply of patience to manage the slings and arrows of daily life. And I'm even more often in awe of teachers, whose reserves of patience are seemingly endless.

Thank a teacher for her patience and her inspiration with this necklace. Two hand stamped sterling charms reading "teach" and "inspire" are suspended from an 18 inch sterling cable chain, accented with a sterling and freshwater pearl dangle. The charms measure 5/8 inch and 7/8 inch in length and are 1/2 inch wide.

I can customize this necklace upon request. If you'd like to add another charm with a teacher's name, a school name, or a class year, or if you'd prefer a different color stone for the accent, please contact me. Please order by December 10 for Christmas delivery.

All of my jewelry is packaged in a brown kraft paper box with a ribbon, ready for gift giving. Please allow at least 3-5 business days for your purchase to ship. First Class shipping in the U.S. is FREE through December 31.

A Tree Grows At Home - sterling silver and copper pendant

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 16:09:59 -0500

$50.00
This whimsical little piece is part of a new collection I'm introducing. A sterling silver house, accented with a copper tree, hangs from a sterling snake chain.

The house and tree are hand cut from sterling and copper sheet and soldered together. As shown in the second photo, the house is suspended from a tube bail - which means that, with the aid of a safety pin from the back, you can wear this piece as a pin instead of a pendant if you choose.

The house measures just under 1 inch (25 mm) from roof to foundation, and about 3/4 inch (19 mm)wide. If you'd prefer the pendant in a different combination of metals (see the last photo for some examples), please convo me for a custom order.

Because all of my jewelry is handcrafted and made to order, please allow at least 3-5 business days from the time of your purchase to shipping. This necklace will arrive packaged in a brown kraft paper box with a ribbon, ready for gift giving.

Word Play - A WINK AND A SMILE sterling silver earrings

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 23:13:19 -0500

$30.00
My new Word Play collection is designed to amuse and inspire. Wear jewelry that makes people think! These whimsical little earrings are sure to have the old song stuck in your head (admit it, you're humming it now: we go together...)

These hand cut and hand stamped sterling silver earrings measure about 1/2 inch in diameter. The words have been oxidized to highlight the lettering, and the metal is brushed for a matte finish and contrast.

The earrings are pictured on handmade ear wires, but can be created as stud earrings on sterling silver posts if you'd prefer.

All of my jewelry is packaged in a brown kraft paper box, accented with a ribbon - ready for gift giving.

Because all of my pieces are handmade, and many are made to order, please allow at least 3-5 business days for your order to ship. If you need something sooner, please convo me to confirm availability. First Class shipping within the United States is FREE; Priority Mail shipping is available upon request for an additional charge.

Poppy Pendant in Hammered Sterling Silver

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 16:06:54 -0500

$50.00
Part of my abstract "Poppies" collection, this piece is crafted from three hand-cut sterling silver discs. The layers have been hammered, domed and textured around the edges to create three layers of petals. The layers are joined by a handforged sterling silver pin. The pendant is finished with a tube bail, and hangs from a sterling silver snake chain (16 or 18 inches - please specify your preference for chain length at checkout).

All of my jewelry is packaged in a brown kraft paper box with a ribbon, ready for gift giving. First Class shipping within the United States is FREE; Priority shipping is available upon request for an additional charge.

Because my jewelry is handcrafted and most pieces are made to order, please allow at least 3-5 business days for your purchase to ship.

Simple Statement Necklace - Sterling Silver, One Initial

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 10:11:44 -0500

$22.00
Simple. Personal. One initial is stamped on a tiny sterling disc, framed by another disc and suspended from a delicate sterling cable chain.

A lovely gift for a young girl or for anyone who doesn't like to make too much of a fuss.

Please specify which letter you'd like stamped on your necklace at checkout, along with chain length up to 18 inches. Because my jewelry is handmade to order, please allow at least 3-5 business days for your purchase to ship.

All of my pieces are packaged in a brown kraft paper box with a ribbon, ready for gift giving.

River Rocks Link Bracelet in Sterling Silver

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 09:31:20 -0500

$65.00
The random shapes of the handforged links in this bracelet made me think of river rocks, varied in size and shape, smoothed by years of flowing water. Its movement on the wrist reflects light and glistens the way stones do under water, and the links make the slightest noise as they move together - barely enough to notice, but just enough to remind you to look down and appreciate the shimmer.

This bracelet is crafted from heavy 16 gauge sterling wire. A series of handformed links are joined, hammered for a bit of texture and interest, and finished with a handmade spiral clasp. The links are quite sturdy, but the bracelet is light and comfortable because of the open design.

I will size this bracelet to order. Please allow at least 3-5 business days for your purchase to ship.

All of my jewelry is packaged in a brown kraft paper box with a ribbon, ready for gift giving.

Sarahs Style Earrings

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 07:59:38 -0500

$35.00
My six year old daughter likes to wear mismatched socks. She doesn't coordinate colors or patterns - she just picks two she likes and goes from there. She gets lots of winks and "knowing" looks from people who assume that she just couldn't figure it out, but she's undaunted by this. She simply says, "I know about the socks. That's just my style!"

I have lots of respect for this, and so these earrings are a tribute to her.

Two mismatched shapes, a circle and a rectangle, hand cut from recycled sterling silver sheet and brushed for a satin finish. Each earring is about 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) long and has a sterling post back.

Please allow at least 3-5 business days for your purchase to ship. Worldwide first class shipping is FREE through December 31.

All of my jewelry is ready for gift giving - packaged in boxes made from recycled paper, finished with a ribbon (as shown in the last photo).

Word Play - IN ONE EAR, OUT THE OTHER sterling silver earrings

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:50:09 -0500

$40.00
My new Word Play collection is designed to amuse and inspire. Wear jewelry that makes people think!

These hand cut and hand stamped sterling silver earrings measure about 1/2 inch wide and 5/8 inch long. The words have been oxidized to highlight the lettering, and the metal is brushed for a matte finish and contrast.

The earrings are pictured on handmade sterling ear wires, but can be created as studs on sterling posts if you'd prefer.

All of my jewelry is packaged in a brown kraft paper box, accented with a ribbon - ready for gift giving.

Because all of my pieces are handmade, and many are made to order, please allow at least 3-5 business days for your order to ship. If you need something sooner, please convo me to confirm availability. First Class shipping within the United States is FREE; Priority Mail shipping is available upon request for an additional charge.

Word Play - THIS AND THAT sterling silver earrings

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:44:35 -0500

$35.00
My new Word Play collection is designed to amuse and inspire. Wear jewelry that makes people think!

These hand cut and hand stamped sterling silver earrings measure about 1/2 inch wide and 5/8 inch long. The words have been oxidized to highlight the lettering, and the metal is brushed for a matte finish and contrast.

The earrings are pictured on sterling posts, but can be created as drops on handmade ear wires if you'd prefer.

All of my jewelry is packaged in a brown kraft paper box, accented with a ribbon - ready for gift giving.

Because all of my pieces are handmade, and many are made to order, please allow at least 3-5 business days for your order to ship. If you need something sooner, please convo me to confirm availability. First Class shipping within the United States is FREE; Priority Mail shipping is available upon request for an additional charge.