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Family Tree Necklace

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 14:04:05 -0400

$60.00
My vision for this piece was that of a family tree. It was created with sheet sterling silver that was pierced and then hand sawn. I soldered copper to the bottom for added strength and texture. The pendant has been polished with steel wool for a semi shiny finish.

The chain compliments the pendant nicely. It's rectangular in shape and I've wire wrapped copper beads to it for added color.

The pendant measures 1 1/2 inches wide and just under an inch tall. Sterling silver chain measures 18 inches.

This necklace is one of a kind (OOAK) that will be enjoyed for years. The marriage of the two metals here is simply fabulous.

Thanks for looking!

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Copper Pietersite Bracelet

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 14:04:05 -0400

$32.00
This bracelet features rich earthy colored pietersite. They're quality barrels with deep colors or orange, rust, brown, and milky blue with some of the barrels being chatoyant. With fall in the air I added beautifully detailed oak leaf bead caps.

I love working with Pietersite. I think it is one of the most beautiful gemstones that the earth has to offer.

This bracelet measures just under 8 1/2 inches. Keep in mind the pietersite barrels are chunky so you'll want the bracelet longer. If you have any questions about sizing, please send me a convo.

Caramel Rounds Earrings

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 14:04:05 -0400

$24.00
Beautiful caramel and chocolate brown hand blown glass rounds are the focus of these earrings. They're adorned with Vintaj brass and float from the bottom of a brass ladder chain.

Total length of earrings measure 3 inches. They can be shortened if desired.

Sassy but elegant....

Weightless and beautiful!

Stamped Copper Sterling Earrings (small)

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 14:04:04 -0400

$18.00
Just like my other stamped copper earrings, but smaller. I started with heavy gauged solid copper wire that I shaped in to circles, soldered shut, and stamped with a spiral design stamp.

Earrings hang from hand made sterling earwires. Both the sterling and copper have been oxidized then tumbled to a subtle shine and blackened look.

Circles measure just under 3/4 of an inch and the total length of the earrings measure just under 1 1/4 inches.

The last picture is me with my earrings on. The ones you will receive have never been worn. =)

Sterling Hoops with Gemstone Bobbles 4 in 1 - SALE

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 23:36:47 -0400

$28.00
You get sterling silver hoops that can be worn alone or with any or all of the following: sterling wrapped faceted smoky quartz, button labradorite, and round tiger's eye.

The sterling hoops measure just over a half an inch.

***Ready to ship!***

Budding Seed Earrings

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 23:07:32 -0400

$24.00
These sterling budding earrings are Spring inspired. There's nothing like the the unfolding of the first seedling that sprouts!

These earrings are hand formed and fabricated by me. They're light and comfortable and they can be worn through all seasons.

Total length of earrings measures just under 1 1/2 inches.

Amethyst Eternity Earrings

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 23:07:32 -0400

$28.00
These briolette amethysts are rich with color and beautifully cut. They measure 10mm in length and I've wire wrapped them to my hand forged eternity circles. Circles hang from hand made sterling earwires.

Total length is just over 1 1/2 inches.

As with all my open earwire earrings, these will come with clear rubber ear stoppers.

Sterling Custom Stamped Necklace

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:44:27 -0400

$38.00
Festive and fun, this necklace is made from heavy gauged sterling silver that I've stamped with I HEART WINTER and snowflakes with the heart being sawn out. The pendant has been domed, oxidized, and brushed for a semi shiny surface.

The pendant measures just under an inch and the sterling chain measures just over 18 inches. A Swarovski crystal has been wire wrapped at the clasp.

This would be the perfect gift for anyone that loves winter!

***This necklace is ready to ship!***

If you'd like one customized, just send me a convo!

Happy Holidays!

Cranberry Cluster Earrings

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:44:26 -0400

$16.00
Inspired by my Grandma's cranberry salad! I've wired three faceted garnets to a sterling ring suspended from my handmade earwires. Sweet and petite!

Earrings measure 1 1/2 inches. Earwire is a gauge 20.

As with all my open earwire earrings, these will come with rubber stoppers.

Sterling Copper Acorn Earrings

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 01:12:42 -0400

$24.00
Nature inspired, these little acorn earrings are made by hand from sterling and copper sheet metal. The copper caps have been stamped for texture and oxidized. To finish, they've been brushed for a semi-mat finish

Acorns measure just over a 1/2 inch long by just over 1/3 inch wide. Sweet and petite!

Necklace is available under another listing.

Thanks for looking and happy fall to you!

Sterling Heart Copper Bangles

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 01:12:42 -0400

$36.00
This bracelet set comes with three solid copper bangles that I've soldered together inside a hand sawn sterling silver heart. I've textured both bangles and heart for character and then tumbled to a bright shine.

Keep in mind that this bracelet will naturally change to a rich deep rust/brown color over time. If you'd like to keep it shiny, just wipe with a jewelers cloth.

This set has an inside diameter of 2 3/8 inch (which is slightly smaller than an average size bangle) and it's ready to ship! If you need a different size, please see my other bangle listing that's made to order. =)

Thanks!

Cute as a Button - SALE

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:17:34 -0400

$15.00
These little buttons were made from punched sterling silver sheet metal. I then drilled a heart pattern and slightly domed them. They're brushed to give the impression of an old button.

Buttons measure 1/2 inch.

Don't forget about Mother's Day!

Sterling Jasper Crystal Bracelet

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:17:33 -0400

$18.00
Great deep rich colors in this bracelet. I started with beautiful tiger jasper and paired it with burgundy Swarovski crystals. The tiger jasper has rich earthtones.

Bracelet has been wire wrapped; no jump rings used.

Bracelet measures 7 3/4 inches.

Spring Blossom

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:17:33 -0400

$26.00
Just in time for Spring and Summer! These little flowers were made from sterling silver sheet metal and copper wire. I slightly domed them to cradle the copper balls.

This pair has been oxidized and brushed for visual depth. If you would prefer them shiny, include your preference in notes to seller at checkout.

Earrings measure about 1/3 of an inch or 10mm. Posts and ear back are sterling silver.

This pair is ready to ship!

Sterling Pear Earrings

Sat, 26 Sep 2009 00:25:03 -0400

$24.00
These sweet little pears are made from sterling sheet metal. Hand fabricated by me, they were sawn, slightly domed, tumbled, and polished to a bright shine. A tiny green crystal dangles from the top for a splash of green.

Perfect to add to your Fall and harvest jewelry collection.

Total length of earrings measure just about 1 1/3 inches from top of earwire to bottom of pear.

Thanks for looking!

Simple Sterling Hoops

Sat, 26 Sep 2009 00:24:52 -0400

$20.00
Simply sterling! These earrings are made from sterling silver wire that I've soldered, textured, and slightly domed for a unique look! The circles move freely and they're forward facing. Light and easy to wear, they're perfect for everyday!

Total length of earrings measure just over 1 1/2 inches with the circle measuring 1 inch.

Thanks for looking!

Sterling Agate and Pearl Necklace

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 19:28:52 -0400

$29.00
Soft and feminine! This teardrop shaped fire agate has such soft and creamy colors. The shiny agate measures just under 3/4 of an inch and it's surrounded by 3 freshwater pearls with hand made headpins.

This pendant comes with a lovely 17" inch oval patterned sterling silver chain which is completed with a spring ring clasp and a fresh water pearl.

This necklace will flow beautifully between all seasons.