Etsy Shop for Alquimia

glacier stick pendant - hammered sterling silver, moonstone, suede cord

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:59:08 -0500

$49.00
Simple and modern...watch for more stick pendants featuring different designs and gemstone cabochons.

This moonstone has a nice bright blue flash, which is visible clearly only in one of the photos.

The hammered sterling silver pendant is about 2" long and hangs from an imitation dark brown suede cord, ending in fine silver beads.

signs of spring necklace - oxidized sterling silver, lapis lazuli, chalcedony, ceramic, chrysoprase, kyanite and moonstone

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:43:36 -0500

$48.00
The frosty whites and blues and the one little green bead made me think of the first seedling poking its head through the snow.

This one-of-a-kind asymmetrical necklace features mixed semi-precious gemstones and different types of chain. It is feminine and speaks for itself!

Beads, counter-clockwise from top: lapis lazuli, chalcedony, ceramic drop, chrysoprase, kyanite and moonstone.

All handmade except for the commercially-made chain.
Oxidized using a safe home-made method and polished to achieve highlights.

organic bubble necklace - hammered sterling silver

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 13:48:57 -0400

$190.00
You're looking at a hand soldered and hammered 12 and 14 gauge sterling silver wire bubble necklace. The loops are drilled to hold tiny sterling jump rings. The bubble pendant hangs from a commercially-made sterling silver, medium-heavy weight rolo chain with handmade sterling s-clasp.

This necklace is very sturdy, has great visual impact but is also so lightweight

OOAK, and made with love! This is the first piece of a series, so keep watching for similar pieces.

This necklace measures 19" from end to end, and plunges approx. 4.5" from the collarbones.

orchid feather earrings

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 13:16:13 -0400

$22.00
Something about these earrings reminds me of an orchid...

I chose natural (peacock) and dyed feathers and hand-wrapped them into long sterling silver ear wires.

This is a large stunning pair of feather earrings.

They measure about 4.5" long and 3.5" wide.

Not for the faint of heart. Will look fabulous and bold on an exotic diva, tribal princess or earthy goddess =)

*Earwires have been sterilized after photo was taken.*

orange mod earrings - carnelian and sterling silver

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 13:16:12 -0400

$22.00
Cubes of carnelian paired with shiny sterling silver.

lemon drop earrings - yellow chalcedony and oxidized sterling silver

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 18:22:56 -0400

$20.00
Juicy!
Lemon colored chalcedony paired with oxidized sterling silver.

About 1" long.

blueberry earrings - lapis lazuli and sterling silver

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 18:22:56 -0400

$23.00
These are sweet and elegant earrings. Blueberry sized spheres of bright Afghani lapis lazuli swing from sterling silver flattened rolo chain.

storm necklace - sterling silver and snowflake obsidian

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 18:22:56 -0400

$139.00
This necklace features an all-handmade sterling chain and a solid sterling silver pendant showcasing a beautiful snowflake obsidian cabochon.

Please note that the necklace shown has been sold, but a similar piece can be made. Due to the long fabrication time, the turnaround on this necklace is 2 weeks.

sunset pendant - sterling silver and smokey quartz

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 18:22:56 -0400

$65.00
Totally unique and one-of-a-kind. Made from sturdy sterling silver.
Listing for pendant only, chain not included.

gemstone wire wrapped bangles - sterling silver, hessonite garnet, coral, tourmalated quartz

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 18:22:56 -0400

$28.00
These bangles come in a set of 2.
Gemstone beads including beautiful orange and red hessonite garnets are attached to sterling bangles with sterling silver wire.
These are large enough for anyone to slip their hands into. On me, they rest about mid-forearm.

jade bubble ring - sterling silver and jade - size 6.5

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 18:22:55 -0400

$70.00
This is a chunky sterling silver ring with a thick band featuring a medium dark green jade cabochon.
The circles cut out of the band and the dots on the face resemble bubbles.

marine moon pendant - sterling silver, opal and tourmalated quartz

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 18:22:55 -0400

$70.00
This is a thick gauge sterling silver pendant encasing a big, high-quality NATURAL (not doublet) opal cabochon and a dyed tourmalated quartz bead.

The opal really catches the sunlight - photos do not do it justice. =)

tres palos sterling silver necklace

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 20:51:23 -0400

$63.00
This necklace features a handmade hammered pendant made up of three sticks of sterling silver which hang from a commercially made silver chain.

About 18" long.

half moon earrings - turquoise, sterling silver, agate

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 20:40:22 -0400

$68.00
These have the same basic shape as my midnight swim earrings...only set with two beautiful round turquoise cabochons instead of labradorites, and detailed with two wire wrapped agate beads. I have also given the silver a rough texture.

wavy engraved earrings - aluminum, garnet, sterling silver

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 17:20:47 -0400

$18.00
With the intention of experimenting with metals other than silver and copper, I picked up some aluminum sheet. It was malleable and easily engraved. So I whipped up these wavy domed earrings, engraved with a unique zig-zag and dots pattern. I added a couple of juicy garnet beads and sterling silver ear wires. Super lightweight and will never tarnish!

the dogtag necklace - sterling silver and flourite

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 17:01:43 -0400

$80.00
A spin-off of the dog tag necklace. This one features 4 silver pendants, each with a different hole punch detail. From the tags hang 4 flourite barrel beads, each a different shade: dark purple, bluish, purple and green swirled, and light, bright green.
All hanging from a commercially-made medium-heavy rolo chain. Ends in a handmade sterling s-clasp.

About 18" long.

RESERVED FOR SONJA - rhombus necklace - iolite and sterling silver

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 16:22:03 -0400

$70.00
This is a delicate necklace featuring pretty, rough faceted iolite beads. This stone is a subtle violet-gray color that looks bright in the sunlight. All metal is sterling silver.
Hung on a commercially-made rectangle box chain.
Ends in a handmade sterling s-clasp.
Around 16" long.

This design is available in other stones. Convo me to create a custom order.

egypt round earrings - oxidized copper, sterling silver, turquoise - FEATURED IN ETSY TREASURY - SUNSET ON SEPTEMBER

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 16:18:00 -0400

$22.00
These are a wire-wrapped version of my oxidized copper hoops.
I have added a sweet turquoise charm hanging in the empty space of the hoop. These area also significantly smaller than my other round hoops. Great for everyday! Rustic and original.

They are approx. 1" diameter.

Ear wires are oxidized sterling silver, not copper.

egypt oval earrings - oxidized copper and turquoise

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 16:12:41 -0400

$23.00
These are an oval version of my copper hoops. I have added a wire-wrapped green turquoise bead. Oxidized using a safe, homemade solution.

They are about 2" long.

Ear-wires are oxidized sterling silver.

satellite dish earrings - oxidized copper domed discs

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 19:09:37 -0400

$20.00
I love the pretty green patina that is formed on old copper, so I experimented with a solution made in my kitchen...

These copper discs have been domed and hammered to create a subtle sparkly texture. I filed slight facets on the perimeter edge. They were then sprayed with a safe solution over a couple of weeks.

These earrings are bold and organic, and limited edition.
Please note that due to the oxidation process, each pair will oxidize slightly different, so results will vary. The last photo shows more patina than the first photos. I can try and achieve the look you want, so if you prefer more or less patina, please specify this at the notes to seller box during checkout.

They measure about 1.75" in diameter.

The ear wires are not made of copper--they are oxidized sterling silver, so they won't turn your skin green.

*Please note: these earrings are made to order. Please allow a week of fabrication time - for the patina to develop on the copper. Thank you!*

beautiful bees necklace - sterling silver and carnelian

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 19:08:12 -0400

$70.00
This is an ode to the bees - incredible, efficient creatures that are often overlooked.

This necklace features a slightly asymmetrical hexagonal pendant measuring about 1.5" across, with a pretty bright orange carnelian sitting to one side. Comes on a commercially made, 16" sterling silver elongated cable chain (pictured) with handmade sterling clasp.

lowbrow star studs - oxidized sterling silver

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 20:15:30 -0400

$19.00
I hand drew, cut, filed and oxidized these sterling silver studs with a safe, homemade solution.

RESERVED FOR NICO - mixed media ring - fire opal, moonstone, rutilated quartz and sterling silver - size 8

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 20:15:30 -0400

$78.00
This is an example of similar rings I can make - this particular ring is reserved for NICO. Please do not purchase if you are not NICO.

A flashy fire opal combines with a glowing blue moonstone, both set in fine silver bezels, and a rutilated quartz bead held by a single sterling silver prong. These stones sit on a sterling silver base and ring.

Rustic, chunky and fun!

Please convo me if you'd like to custom order a ring similar to this one.

RESERVED FOR NICO - star ring - sterling silver - size 7.5

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 20:15:30 -0400

$73.00
This ring is reserved for NICO. Please do not purchase if you are not NICO.
I am listing this ring as an example of other similar rings I can make. They will not be the same but may have similar elements/style. Please convo me for a custom order.

This wide, sturdy sterling silver band features three stacked sterling stars.
Size 7.5

inner space necklace - lapis lazuli and sterling silver

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 20:15:29 -0400

$75.00
A bright blue, high quality Afghanistan lapis lazuli cabochon sits in a handmade spacey sterling silver satin finished setting.
Comes on a sterling silver flattened rolo chain (commercially made) with handmade sterling silver clasp.

16" long.

*Please note - the necklace in the photo has been sold. I am happy to custom order a very similar/almost exact one for you. Please allow 2 weeks turnaround. Thanks!*

The Afghanistan lapis has been likened to the night sky bedecked with stars. It promotes the connection between the physical plane and the celestial kingdom. It helps one to overcome depression and enhances the states of serenity and self-acceptance. It is said to bring cheer to the user and to bring success in relationships.

* Metaphysical information from Love is in the Earth, by Melody.

ancient mint necklace - oxidized sterling silver with prehenite gemstones

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 20:15:29 -0400

$90.00
This necklace is made to order. I have fabricated and sold only one of these. Please convo me to order - specify prehenite or the stone of your choice. Please allow up to 2 weeks for fabrication and shipping of this necklace.

Thanks!

midnight swim - sterling silver and labradorite earrings

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 20:15:29 -0400

$86.00
Glowing labradorites are set into heavy sterling silver semi-circle earrings.

about 1.5" long, 1" diameter.

snake chain pearl earrings - sterling silver, freshwater pearls

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 23:26:45 -0400

$23.00
Two dark red/burgundy pearls swing so nicely from sections of sterling silver snake chain, which I soldered onto sterling jump rings on one end, and stuck through the pearls using resin as an adhesive on the other end.
Their cousin is the mosaic pearl pendant (separate listing).

These are approx. 2.5" long.

Available with natural ivory pearls of pearl color of your choice - also available in oxidized (blackened) silver.

pearl mosaic pendant - sterling silver, copper and freshwater pearls

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 23:17:26 -0400

$40.00
Like mosaic tiles, freshwater pearls of different shapes and colors are woven with sterling silver wire to form a rectangle. Hung from copper tubing. Sterling silver, commercially-made snake chain. Closes with a handmade copper clasp.

This necklace is about 16" long.

The last photo is an example of another possible configuration. Convo me for custom orders. Available in all sterling silver or all copper, with pearls of varying colors, shapes and pendant configurations.

orange orb chain earrings - sterling silver, carnelian and agate

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 22:56:10 -0400

$30.00
Firey orbs of color hang from mixed chains of different types and lengths, ending in spirals. All sterling silver.

These are about 2.5" long.

dew drop earrings - sterling silver

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:36:40 -0400

$27.00
These are small shiny oval disks of silver, which are free to move around and reflect the light.

They are simple and elegant.

About 1" long.

canopy earrings - oxidized sterling silver

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:36:40 -0400

$19.00
These earrings are a simple stack of different semi-precious green gems, beautiful forest colors.
All sterling silver components.

They are about 1.5" long.

dusty lace necklace - hammered sterling silver multi-chain

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:36:40 -0400

$98.00
This necklace has found a home! However, I have listed it to illustrate similar necklaces I can make. No two will be exactly the same, as this is the nature of handmade/one-of-a-kind jewelry, but I can do my best to make it almost identical, if that is your wish. Please convo me before purchasing.

*Please note that the turnaround time is 2 weeks!*

Three hammered, oxidized, then polished irregular sterling silver circles are the centerpiece of this necklace. I picked three different types of sterling chain, one oxidized, the other two with a shiny finish, to complement the hammered circles. The bar-and-circle clasp is in the front, not the back.

This is a lightweight, yet rustic/chunky necklace.

ocean feather earrings

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:36:40 -0400

$20.00
These are really pretty and deliver a punch of turquoise yet are still earthy and nature-inspired.

I made them from natural and dyed feathers and hand-wrapped them using sterling silver wire.

They are a total of 3 3/4" long.

*I have switched in a different pair of ear wires for this photo. These are the exact earrings you will receive, only they will have a never-worn, new pair of ear wires.*

monarch feather earrings

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:36:39 -0400

$20.00
Like the wings of orange butterflies. A punch of color with dark stripes.

Carefully selected natural feathers hand-wrapped in sterling silver wire.

Total length from ear lobe = 2 3/4"

*I have switched in a different pair of ear wires for this photo. These are the exact earrings you will receive, only they will have a never-worn, new pair of ear wires.*

vanilla feather earrings

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:35:55 -0400

$20.00
I chose natural feathers in white, cream and ginger and bound them together with sterling silver wire.

These are 4.5" long.

Nice for Spring and Summer.

*I have switched in a different pair of ear wires for this photo. These are the exact earrings you will receive, only they will have a never-worn, new pair of ear wires.*

butterscotch ginger feather earrings

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:35:55 -0400

$20.00
I have chosen natural brown and white and orange feathers and bound them with sterling silver wire.

These are about 4.5" long.

Very pretty earthy, neutral colors, the photo doesn't do it justice.

two lily pads ring - size 6 - custom size available

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:35:55 -0400

$40.00
A dot sits on one of the two lily pads on this little ring.
This is a cute everyday ring. Very sturdy.
Satin-shiny finished after oxidation, hand forged sterling silver.

Pictured here, this ring fits on my ring finger.
It is a size 6.

*Also available in an oxidized finish - see last pictures*
If you prefer the oxidized version, I use a safe, homemade solution to oxidize my silver.
Enjoy the variations within the metal and oxidation.

seaweed earrings - recycled green sea glass and hammered silver

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:35:55 -0400

$49.00
Found sea glass pieces became cabochons which I set into these hand fabricated earrings.
Hammered sterling silver sticks & ear wires, and fine silver bezels.

About 2" long from ear wire.

These earrings have found a home! I will happily replicate them as closely as possible, but keep in mind that each piece of beach glass is unique and therefore the earrings will also be unique...yet along the same lines as the ones pictured above! Thanks!

honey drop earrings - mexican fire opal and sterling silver - October Birthstone

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:35:55 -0400

$64.00
These are vintage opals from Mexico, set into fine silver bezels atop hand fabricated sterling silver drops.
Sterling ear wires.

The opals have lots of fire - this may not come through in the photos as it is hard to capture.

These gorgeous earrings measure 1 1/4" long from the ear wires.

square spiral sterling silver hoops

Sun, 30 Aug 2009 17:14:17 -0400

$18.00
These are another more eccentric version of the simple spiral hoops. I have given these hoops corners and have hammered them.
Made from 18 gauge wire for sturdiness - the ends have been filed to a point and these hoops will fit most people; however, make sure your piercings can accommodate 18 gauge wire.

These are very lightweight and comfortable. Please take care when wearing.

sprout and flourite earrings - sterling silver

Sun, 30 Aug 2009 17:06:29 -0400

$22.00
These earrings have a lot of movement and look great when they catch the light. Green and purple striped flourite beads are framed by sterling wire, hanging from sterling ear wires.

About 1" long.

wisdom wire wrapped hoops - garnet, amethyst and sterling silver

Sun, 30 Aug 2009 16:58:23 -0400

$30.00
Version 2 of my wire wrapped hoop series. I can see why purple is the color of royalty, wisdom and mystery. These hoops are very lightweight and versatile. Hand-formed and hammered sterling silver hoops provide structure for many tiny garnet nuggets which are punctuated by clear amethyst beads.
Comes with two pairs of translucent backings.

About 1.5" diameter.

twighlight zone studs - oxidized sterling silver spirals

Sun, 30 Aug 2009 15:05:06 -0400

$28.00
Hand coiled, soldered and oxidized sterling silver wire make these unique studs.

parikutin necklace - exotic turquoise, lava and rhinestone

Sun, 30 Aug 2009 15:04:28 -0400

$40.00
You will love this unique, exotic necklace.
The Mexican turquoise feels ancient. I have paired it with lava teardrops that I embedded with rhinestones, then added some glass separator beads and a handmade sterling silver clasp.

It is elegant with a hint of bling yet very rustic and rough because of the turquoise and lava textures. I like the contrast.

forest floor necklace - sterling silver, chrysoprase, green gemstone

Sun, 30 Aug 2009 15:03:05 -0400

$46.00
Three kinds of green gemstone beads frame a hammered sterling silver circle. Comes on a sterling rolo chain with handmade clasp.

lazy kitty earrings - feather and tiger's eye

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 20:00:13 -0400

$20.00
This listing is for the pair of earrings on the left.

Here I have put together white and ginger natural feathers and have wrapped them in sterling silver wire that holds one little faceted tiger's eye bead onto each earring.

These are about 4" long.

*I have switched in a different pair of ear wires for this photo. These are the exact earrings you will receive, only they will have a never-worn, new pair of ear wires.*

forest garnet feather earrings

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 20:00:13 -0400

$20.00
Forest colors...
I love garnet, it feels so ancient and powerful. These earrings come with a little garnet wire-wrapped onto each finding.

I chose natural and dyed feathers and bound them with sterling silver wire.

This pair is about 4".

*I have switched in a different pair of ear wires for this photo. These are the exact earrings you will receive, only they will have a never-worn, new pair of ear wires.*

sunset wire wrapped hoops - sterling silver, garnet, carnelian, agate, citrine

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 19:57:33 -0400

$30.00
I love the colors in these lightweight hoops! They really bring out any warm red, orange and yellow tones in your wardrobe and are very versatile. A partial rainbow of gemstones cascade along the edge of hand-formed and hammered sterling silver hoops. Two pairs of translucent backings included.

These hoops are about 1" diameter.

If you like these, check out the same design in other colors (separate listings) or convo me to design your own color palette.

ancient elements necklace - lava, bone, petrified coral, tiger's eye, african opal, shell, jasper

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 19:50:33 -0400

$34.00
This necklace bestows a sense of the ancient and mystical. The materials visually create an earthy, chunky statement necklace that is not too big and goes with virtually every earth-toned outfit.

About 16" long.
Handmade sterling silver clasp.

kite earrings - sterling silver and iolite

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 19:38:34 -0400

$35.00
A thick sterling silver geometric focal piece with a wire-wrapped, faceted iolite drop, which is a soft, bluish-lavender colored stone.

These earrings hang about 2" long.

delicate springy spiral hoops - sterling silver - SALE

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 19:31:19 -0400

$14.00
These delicate hoops were hand formed, hammered flat and given a light texture. These spiral hoops just slip on and are almost weightless. Since they are made from a thinner gauge wire, they are springy and bounce back to their original shape when bent. Please take care when wearing. SMALL and perfect and lightweight for every-day. Great for summer.

These hoops are 1.5" or 3.5 cm

oxidized hammered copper twig bangle

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 19:22:38 -0400

$22.00
This is a natural-looking bracelet inspired by vines and twigs. Three oxidized, hammered copper bangles. The ends are hammered flat resulting in bud-like shapes. The bangles were bound together in three places.

Diameter: 3" or 8 cm.

*Look for this bangle in sterling silver, soon to come*

hammered sterling silver bar-clasp necklace

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 19:13:23 -0400

$80.00
Clasps don't always get the attention they deserve.
Here is a necklace showcasing five hand-made, hammered bar and circle style clasps. Chain is commercially-made sterling.

About 17" long.

You open the necklace using the clasp to the right of the center clasp. The rest of the clasps are soldered closed so you won't lose this one of a kind necklace.

rain earrings - hammered sterling silver

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 18:53:24 -0400

$38.00
Round versus angled.
Hammered .925 sterling silver sheet with a nice weight.
The surface texture hints at falling raindrops.
An angular zig-zag cut contrasts the domed shape.

4.75 cm or 1.9" long.

Designed and fabricated by Leslie Taylor and is therefore the intellectual property of ALQU!M!A.

the minimalist earrings - sterling silver and pyrite

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 18:53:24 -0400

$26.00
These are a striking pair of minimalist, refined yet funky, natural pyrite and .925 sterling silver earrings.

These are 3" long.

black and tan feather earrings - FEATURED IN BLACKBIRD TREASURY -

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 18:53:24 -0400

$20.00
A tribute to Guinness!
A pretty accessory for a free-spirited goddess!
These feathers will frame your face in an organic, free-flowing way.

These earrings are about 3-4" long.

Made with care and love.

Feathers are bound with sterling silver wire and ear wires with just a tiny dab of non-toxic glue to keep them in place.

Do not wear in the water or in the rain!!

relic earrings - oxidized copper