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Gaia- Lariat-style Agate and Pearl Necklace- Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 06:22:48 -0500

$128.00
The focal black-line Agate disk serves as the inspiration for the multitude of different stones and textures in this necklace. Freshwater pearls, paper, Tourmaline, Garnet, Quartz, carved Jade, wood and repurposed leather beads are just a few found in this diverse piece.

Hand-formed, hammered copper clasp allows you to adjust the length for a perfect fit! About 22" long.

One of a kind, of course.

Free shipping to US and Canada

Free giftwrap

La Fumee- Smoky Quartz Earrings- Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 06:22:48 -0500

$32.00
Chunky Smoky Quartz dangle from hand formed sterling silver earwires.

about 2"

One of a kind, of course.

Free giftwrap, free shipping to US and Canada

Would look great paired with La Fumee Necklace!

La Foret--Forest Rhyolite Necklace- Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 06:22:48 -0500

$198.00
**One of a Kind**

Gorgeous but hard to find, rough-faceted Rhyolite nuggets are paired with a nugget of smoky quartz, finished with a sterling silver leaf toggle clasp. (sorry, the earrings are no longer available)

Choker-length at about 15".

Free shipping to US and Canada.

Free velvet box and giftwrap.

Blanc et Noir--Black and White Adjustable Necklace--Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 06:22:47 -0500

$52.00
Was $68, now $52!!!

**One of a Kind**

Black and white ceramic and lampworked glass beads strung on satin cord. (For information about any other item pictured, please convo me.)

It is about 20" long. The clasp is hand-knotted and adjustable.

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Free shipping to US and Canada.

Cercle d'amis-Choose-Your-Color Wrap Bracelets-Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 19:27:23 -0500

$14.00
**Made to Order**

Stainless Steel wire coils covered in glass, semiprecious stones, acrylic, wood...Every one is slightly different, but they are all stunning! Choose almost any color or combination...Now in oval shape, too! (great for plus sizes) They look great worn stacked together!

Makes a wonderful gift!

L'apres-midi--Afternoon Elegance Bracelet--Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 19:27:23 -0500

$68.00
This bracelet was designed with elegance of an afternoon tea in mind. Faceted Carnelian,round Jade, and Agate inscribed with a lovely circular design.

Accents are Sterling Silver.

Length is about 7".

One of a Kind, of course.

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L'encyclopedie-Antique French Encyclopedia Image Earrings or Necklace--Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 19:27:23 -0500

$32.00
Antique encyclopedia images serve as the inspiration for these unique pieces. Extremely wearable and elegant with a touch of whimsy. Each charm is handmade in my studio and treated to be long-lasting--so they'll be your favorites for years to come! Take your pick, each item $32.00.

As seen, each set of earrings is created with sterling silver, hand-formed ear wires. They hang about 1.5".

The necklace is made with sterling silver jumprings and lobster clasp, strung on stainless steel wire. About 16" long.

Clasp, ear wires, and length can be adjusted upon request.

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Free Gift Wrap.

Les Couleurs--Colorful Pearl and Wire Multi-Strand Necklace-Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 19:27:23 -0500

$42.00
Asymmetrical Freshwater Pearls and Stainless Steel Wire allow you to be elegant and sophisticated in little black dress or jeans.

Finished with a Sterling Silver toggle clasp, length is about 18".

This design may be personalized with your choice of colors, length, or clasp or purchased as-is.

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Free gift wrap

Les Ornaments-Recycled Paper and Gemstone Earrings-Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 20:58:25 -0500

$32.00
Handmade Sterling Silver charms using reclaimed paper...Sterling Silver ear wires are formed by hand in my studio. They hang about 1.5".

Peridot and Spinel add just a little sparkle!

One of a kind, of course.

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L'Oeillet Rose-Pink Carnation earrings--Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 20:58:25 -0500

$32.00
Long and lean, hand-formed ear wires plunge into a ruffled round Sterling Silver charm and a bright pink freshwater Pearl.

Length is about 1.5".

One of a kind, of course.

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Irlande-Ireland Necklace--Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 20:58:24 -0500

$68.00
Irish Moss-colored Howlite is accompanied by Mexican Opal nuggets, Quartz rondelles, and carved Jade rounds.

Finished with a sterling silver toggle clasp, it reaches about 18".

One of a kind, of course.

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Free Gift Wrap

La Toile de Mer-An Ocean's Web-Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 20:58:24 -0500

$328.00
Hand woven with sterling silver wire, this unique piece is a glistening example of free form wire weaving. Layered with freshwater pearls of many sizes and hues, garnets,micro-faceted spinel, citrine chips, quartz rondelles and agate microbeads. Sterling silver coils and raw threads

The clasp is a hand wrapped spiral in sterling silver, attached to the web in front.

Extremely easy to wear since there is no clasp to irritate the back of your neck!

This is one of the favorite pieces that I've ever designed...I'm sure you will love it, too!

One of a kind, Of course.

This necklace will ship for free anywhere in the US and Canada...and it will arrive in a velvet gift box to give or keep for yourself!

Purete-Purity Amethyst and Pearl Earrings-Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 20:58:24 -0500

$42.00
Faceted, highly polished Amethyst is joined by a high-luster pearl.

Strung with an extra-long hand formed sterling silver ear wire. Length is about 3".

One of a kind, of course.

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Juste un Coup d'Oeil-Just a Glimpse Earrings-Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 11:51:18 -0500

$32.00
Sterling Silver charms offer you a glimpse into two of my collections-reclaimed paper and foreign stamps. Each is paired with Sterling Silver hand-formed earwires. Both pair hang about 1.5".

Your Choice for $32.00.

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Le Soleil-Sunshine Necklace-Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 11:51:18 -0500

$198.00
Completely designed and handmade in my studio, this is a gorgeous necklace reminiscent of the sparkling sun of the French Riviera.

I created this piece using fine quality, high-luster freshwater pearls, sterling silver, 14k goldfilled wire and rutilated quartz.

It hangs about 18".

Free Velvet Gift Box

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Pieces de la Monnaie- Celtic Coin Earrings- Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 11:51:18 -0500

$32.00
Ancient Celtic coin images form the basis for this elegantly simple pair of earrings.

Hand formed, sterling silver ear wires.

Accented by sterling silver beads!

One of a kind, of course.

Free Shipping to US and Canada.

Free Gift Wrap.

Danser Sous la Pluie--Dancing in the Rain Earrings--Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 11:51:17 -0500

$32.00
Light blue resin diamonds stamped with French letters are paired with hand formed sterling silver spirals and hand formed sterling silver ear wires.

Hangs about 3".

Free Shipping to US and Canada.

Free Gift Wrap.

One of a kind, of course.

La Pomme Verte--Green Apple Earrings--Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 11:51:17 -0500

$32.00
Apple green beads with hand-stamped French letters are paired with black ceramic polka dots.

They dangle about 2".

Hand formed Sterling Silver earwires.

Free shipping to US and Canada.

Free giftwrap.

One of a kind, of course.

Au Bord de la Mer-Seaside Necklace--Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 11:51:17 -0500

$72.00
Was $98, now $72!!!

Beautiful luminous aqua-colored Amazonite, paired with black-web Jasper and Marble. Finished with a lovely sterling silver clasp.

Hangs about 18".

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Les Lentilles-Vintage Lentil Bead Earrings-Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 16:31:00 -0500

$12.00
Was $18, now $12!!!

This lentil bead is vintage German class on a hand-formed mini earwire. Very Chic!

Fait la Fete-Bumpy Bead Bracelets-Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 16:31:00 -0500

$18.00
You'll want to party, too, when wearing these festive bumpy beads or eclectic green and purple mix bracelet. Both are plus-sized at about 10". Choose either one for $18.00.

L'Ocean--Ocean Earrings-Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 16:30:59 -0500

$18.00
Was $26, now $18!!!!

Ocean-blue blown glass beads and sterling silver.

Finished with hand-formed sterling silver earwires

They hang about 1.5".

Free Shipping to the US and Canada and Free Giftwrap

Your purchase is for the actual pair of earrings in the picture.

Opale Arabe--Arabic Opal Earrings-Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 16:30:59 -0500

$32.00
Mexican Opal Nuggets from my recent trip to the Yucatan Penninsula. They look phenomenal with copper-colored disks embossed with Arabic characters on one side and a unique design on the other. (It seemed to make sense since so many Spanish words are of Arabic origin...)

I have combined hand-formed earwires (I make them individually in my studio)and hand-wrapped sterling silver rings to accent these gorgeous earrings.

Hang about 1.5".

Free Gift Wrap.

Free Shipping to US and Canada.

One of a kind, of course (I don't think I have the patience to handwrap any more rings...:P)

La Mirabelle-Earrings-Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 19:34:05 -0500

$32.00
Vintage, repurposed, brass necklace endcaps make a beautiful pair of earrings. Paired with faceted Agate beads and hand-formed sterling silver earwires.

One of a kind, of course.

Free gift wrap similar to the photo

Free shipping to US and Canada

La Mirabelle = small yellow plum used to make brandy

La Mosquee-Mosque Earrings-Hippopotame Jewelry Designs-

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 19:34:05 -0500

$18.00
Was $32, now $18!

A thin vertical sliver of an ancient mosque will adorn your ears...accented with a coppery freshwater pearl and hand-formed earwires with Sterling Silver and Copper wire.

Delicate and understated, these are sure to cause a stir!

Image has been treated to be water resistant, but should be kept away from liquids just in case...

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Free Gift Wrap

A l'Orangerie--Orange Swirl Beaded Earrings or Necklace-Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 19:34:05 -0500

$18.00
**Made to Order**

Handformed glass beads, paired with sterling silver accents. Choose either necklace or earrings for $18.
Specify length, toggle or lobster clasp, post or french wires.

La Maree--Sterling Silver Neckwire with Agate Disk--Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 19:34:05 -0500

$38.00
Tidewater ripples in the sand...This neck wire is hand-formed from sterling silver and a chunky, faceted agate disk.

Approximately 17", this piece is designed to sit gently below your collarbone. It is so comfortable, you'll forget you are wearing jewelry...but no one else will!

One of a kind...of course.

Free domestic shipping, arrives gift-wrapped.

Les Branches a L'eau-Water Branches Coral Necklace--Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 19:34:05 -0500

$32.00
This graduated spray of water's branches is collected and accented by a single tangerine freshwater pearl. Strung on stainless steel wire, it is finished with a sterling silver lobster clasp.

Length is about 17" (may be resized)

Free Domestic Shipping

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One of a kind, of course.

En flute de pan- Pan's Flute Necklace- Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 12:01:08 -0500

$32.00
Arrayed in a row like Pan's Flute, small bamboo coral is accented by a shiny sterling silver round bead. This necklace is finished with stainless steel wire and a sterling silver lobster clasp.

It is extremely light and can be worn with casual clothing or a dressy outfit.

about 17" (can be resized)

One of a kind, of course.

Free Domestic shipping and free gift wrapping.

La Tour Eiffel-Eiffel Tower Earrings-Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 12:01:08 -0500

$12.00
These earrings are my guilty pleasure! I love wearing them. I always get comments when I do, and they always make great gifts!

Comes gift wrapped for giving or keeping!

Free domestic shipping!

The ear wires are hypoallergenic. The charm is made from unknown materials-so, best not to give to kids...

Le Soleil du Matin bracelet with Bamboo Coral and Sterling Silver- Hippopotame Jewelry Designs

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 12:01:08 -0500

$46.00
This bright orange Coral with flashes of Sterling Silver looks just like the sun streaming through my window during early morning.

It will make a lovely addition to your collection!

Will fit 7" wrists loosely.

One of a kind, of course.

Free domestic shipping, free gift wrap similar to the illustration.

Samedi- festive glass earrings with Sterling Silver-Hippopotame Jewelry Designs