Etsy Shop for aBitOfColor

Caterpillar Dangles

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:33:54 -0500

$12.00
These cute little numbers are all individually handmade (no molds) to give each unique character.

Each caterpillar is attached to a delicate earwire with a wire loop embedded in the insect. The caterpillars are both about 1.5" long. They hang about 1.5" from the ear.

Because all are handmade, yours might be slightly different than the ones pictured here.

These earrings come with the free gift box pictured to the right.

While pretty sturdy, if pressed upon, these can crack and break. I would recommend taking them off to practice somersaults, rolling down a hill, playing football, etc.

Dial Me Up Black and Pink Buttons

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 22:40:08 -0500

$6.00
These little lovelies are original designs and are all individually handmade (no molds) to give each unique character.

There are four buttons in this set. Each measures about .75" in diameter and slightly less than .25" thick.

Because all are handmade, yours might be slightly different than the ones pictured here.

While pretty sturdy, if pressed hard upon, these can crack and break. I would recommend taking clothing with them off to practice somersaults, rolling down a hill, playing football, etc.

These buttons are not washer/dryer safe. Handwashing is just fine. These work wonderfully for accents on purses, pillows, wallhangings, etc.

Nesting Dangle Earrings

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:48:46 -0500

$12.00
These cute little numbers are all individually handmade (no molds) to give each unique character.

Red birds sit on blue eggs in a two-tone brown nest. Each bird is attached to a delicate earwire with a wire loop embedded in its back. The bird and nest measure about .75" across and .75" tall. They hang about 1.25" from the ear.

Because all are handmade, yours might be slightly different than the ones pictured here.

These earrings come with a free gift box

Nesting Dangles are a perfect match for this ring http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=19641053 also listed in my shop

While pretty sturdy, if pressed upon, these can crack and break. I would recommend taking them off to practice somersaults, rolling down a hill, playing football, etc.

Kookoo for Cocoa Dangle Earrings

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 02:27:34 -0500

$12.00
I'm the sort of person who will drink hot cocoa year round. 100 degrees outside? No problem--just add ice and icecream instead of whipped cream.

Don't like cocoa? Pretend the luscious dark brown "liquid" inside is coffee :)

These cute little numbers are all individually handmade (no molds) to give each unique character. A potter by trade, I've actually made handbuilt these mugs with most of the same process I use for the real thing (minus the very high temperatures).

Each mug is attached to a delicate earwire with a wire loop embedded in the cocoa. The cups are about .75" wide (with handle) and .75" tall. They hang about 1.5" from the ear.

Because all are handmade, yours might be slightly different than the ones pictured here.

These earrings come with the free gift box. This listing is just for the earrings, but I also make the matching teapot pendant pictured to the right.

Click below for some real mugs from my other shop http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=109754§ion_id=5339201

Ollie the Octopus Finger Puppet

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 02:27:34 -0500

$4.00
This cute number is individually handmade (no molds) to give it unique character. Because all are handmade, yours might be slightly different than the one pictured here.

Ollie is a friendly finger-puppet. He enjoys playing with children, but is afraid of infants who might try to eat him. He's pretty sturdy and meant to be played with, but will last longer with care and storage where he won't get knocked around.

Ollie has several friends (some are pictured to the right) If you would like to order him in a set, please convo me for details.

Is this a gift? Gift-wrap is always free upon request.

Teapot Lovers Ring

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:48:23 -0500

$12.00
This cute little number is individually handmade (no molds) to give it unique character.

As a professional potter, I couldn't resist making pieces of pottery when I started using polymer clay. Click here to see one of my real teapots: http://www.etsy.com/view_transaction.php?transaction_id=9937031

A blue teapot with yellow and white spots is firmly fixed on top of a delicate sterling silver adjustable ring. The teapot measures about .75" across and .75" tall.

Because all my items are handmade, yours might be slightly different than the one pictured here.

This ring comes with the free gift box pictured to the right.

While pretty sturdy, if pressed upon, this can crack and break. I would recommend taking it off to practice somersaults, rolling down a hill, playing football, etc.

Mini Flower Earring Set

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 08:56:05 -0400

$9.00
These cute little numbers are all individually handmade (no molds) to give each unique character.

Each flower and leaf has been securely fastened to surgical steel posts. Each flower measures about .25" This listing is for two earring pairs, one purple and the other white.

Because all are handmade, yours might be slightly different than the ones pictured here.

Is this a gift? Gift-wrap is always free upon request.

While pretty sturdy, if pressed upon, these can crack and break. I would recommend taking them off to practice somersaults, rolling down a hill, playing football, etc.

Little Hanging Tree

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 22:27:53 -0400

$5.00
This cute number is individually handmade (no molds) to give it unique character. Because all are handmade, yours might be slightly different than the one pictured here.

Hand-cut from polymer clay, this tree decoration has been dotted with individually rolled colored balls. After baking, it was stained for extra depth of color and sealed with acrylic varnish. While pretty sturdy, this is not a toy and is not intended for small children.

Each ornament measures about 2.25"x1.5". They can be sold in sets. If you would like more than one, please drop me a line.

Is this a gift? Gift-wrap is always free upon request.

Manny the Monster Finger Puppet

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 09:55:15 -0400

$4.00
This cute number is individually handmade (no molds) to give it unique character. Because all are handmade, yours might be slightly different than the one pictured here.

Manny is a friendly finger-puppet. He enjoys playing with children, but is afraid of infants who might try to eat him. He's pretty sturdy and meant to be played with, but will last longer with care and storage where he won't get knocked around.

Manny has several friends (some are pictured to the right) If you would like to order him in a set, please convo me for details.

Is this a gift? Gift-wrap is always free upon request.

Pink and Brown Blooms Barrettes

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 23:52:50 -0400

$6.00
These cute little numbers are individually handmade (no molds) to give each unique character.

Sculpted abstract blooms have been glued firmly onto brand-new metal hair-clips wrapped with funky pink, brown, white, and clear sparkle ribbon. The hair-clips are 2.5" long and .5" wide.

Because all are handmade, yours might be slightly different than the ones pictured here.

Is this a gift? Gift-wrap is always free upon request.

Recycled Blue Jean Necklace

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 07:59:45 -0400

$20.00
Style, spunk, and eco-friendliness all in a one-of-a-kind necklace.

A sculpted abstract bloom has been glued firmly onto a flower made from a recycled blue-jean, tulle, and felt remnants. The denim was then sewed to a silver colored jump-ring. The necklace is 18" satin cord with crimped ends and a lobster claw closure. There is about 1.5" of extra chain added so that they length may be extended. The flower measures about 3.5" across and may be slid on and off of the satin cord through the jump ring.

Is this a gift? Gift-wrap is always free upon request.

Conversation Hearts Dangles

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 22:55:58 -0400

$12.00
A bit of sweet ear candy!

Each heart has a hand-written message. Messages may vary, but all of these are sweet and nice. Also fully customizable with your own special message. If you have something in mind, please put it in the notes to seller. Otherwise, I'll choose something cute for you.

There are other colors available. Feel free to request orange, yellow, purple, or green during checkout.

The hearts are attached to delicate earwires with a wire pin pressed through the bead. Cute round shell beads have been added to the bottom as an accent in two colors. The earrings hang about 1.75" from the ear.

Because all are handmade, yours might be slightly different than the ones pictured here.

These earrings come with a free gift box. If this is a gift, I'll add a card free of charge!

Feeling Blue Post Earrings

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 23:36:20 -0400

$6.00
These cute little numbers are individually handmade (no molds) to give each unique character.

Each flower has been securely fastened to surgical steel posts. They measure about .5"

Because all are handmade, yours might be slightly different than the ones pictured here.

Is this a gift? Gift-wrap is always free upon request.

While pretty sturdy, if pressed upon, these can crack and break. I would recommend taking them off to practice somersaults, rolling down a hill, playing football, etc.

Love Letter Dangles

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 21:18:09 -0400

$10.00
"There'll be girls across the nation that will eat this up babe I know that it's your soul but could you bottle it up...My love love love lo-ove"
-Sara Bareilles

These cute little numbers are all individually handmade (no molds) to give each unique character.

Each letter pair is attached to a delicate earwire with a wire loop embedded in polymer clay. Each earring is about 1.5" wide by 1" long. They hang about 1.5" from the ear.

Because all are handmade, yours might be slightly different than the ones pictured here.

These earrings come with the free gift box pictured to the right.

While pretty sturdy, if pressed upon, these can crack and break. I would recommend taking them off to practice somersaults, rolling down a hill, playing football, etc.

Strawberry Pin

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 22:53:55 -0400

$6.00
Add a bit of fresh color to your outfit!

This handmade polymer clay pin can be attached to anything...hats, sweaters, lapels, purses.

The pin measures about 1" across. It may also be made into a pendant.

Blue and Green Barrette

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 22:57:38 -0400

$3.00
This cute little number is individually handmade (no molds) to give it unique character.

Sculpted abstract blooms have been glued firmly onto a brand-new metal hair-clip wrapped with funky blue, white and green ribbon. The hair-clip is 2.5" long and .5" wide.

Because all are handmade, yours might be slightly different than the one pictured here.

Is this a gift? Gift-wrap is always free upon request.

Purple Flower Bobbies

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 22:54:15 -0400

$8.00
These cute little numbers are individually handmade (no molds) to give each unique character.

The flowers have been glued firmly onto brand-new black bobby pins. The bobbies are 2" long and the flowers are about .75".

Because all are handmade, yours might be slightly different than the ones pictured here.

Is this a gift? Gift-wrap is always free upon request.

While pretty sturdy, if pressed upon, these can crack and break. I would recommend taking these off to practice somersaults, rolling down a hill, playing football, etc.

Pink and Brown Barrette Set

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 10:38:04 -0400

Dangle a Carrot or Wield a Stick Earrings

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 18:46:33 -0400

$10.00
With these earrings, you can do both. These were specially designed for those thoroughly exasperating sorts of days when you don't know whether to bribe or threaten.

These cute little numbers are all individually handmade (no molds) to give each unique character.

The carrot and stick are attached to a delicate earwire with a wire loop. The stick and carrot are both about 1.25" long and hang at an angle from the earwires. They hang about 1.5" from the ear.

Because all are handmade, yours might be slightly different than the ones pictured here.

These earrings come with a free gift box.

While pretty sturdy, if pressed upon, these can crack and break. I would recommend taking them off to practice somersaults, rolling down a hill, playing football, etc.

Twiggy Dangle Earrings

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 18:46:18 -0400

$14.00
These cute little numbers are all individually handmade with real twigs to give each unique character.

A hand-sculpted white blossom with a yellow center is attached to a real twig. The twig and flower were dipped in a clear satin finish sealant. The twig has been wrapped with wire and connected to a delicate earwire. Although there is some variation, the twigs measure about 2.5" long. With the earwire, they hang about 3" from the ear.

Because all are handmade, yours might be slightly different than the ones pictured here.

While pretty sturdy, if pressed upon, these can crack and break. I would recommend taking them off to practice somersaults, rolling down a hill, playing football, etc.

Hoot Necklace

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 22:53:07 -0400

$18.00
This cute little number is individually handmade (no molds) to give it unique character. Because all my items are handmade, yours might be slightly different than the one pictured here.

The owl pendant is made of polymer clay with a metal loop embedded in the top. A silver colored jump ring is attached to it and strung on an 18" brown satin cord with a 2" metal chain extension. The cord has a lobster clasp.

Hoot comes in a gift box. Let me know if he's a gift and I'll include a personalized card.

This necklace goes great with my little hoot earrings pictured to the right.

Mr. Snail Bracelet

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 23:05:38 -0400

$22.00
Mr. Snail is a friendly sort, always ready to brighten a day.

This bright and colorful bracelet is made of 10 individually handmade polymer clay beads and a sculpted snail focal. Small wooden beads have been used for accents. The whole thing is strung on natural hemp cord with a circle and bar closure.

The bracelet measures about 8" long. On my (somewhat skinny) wrists, it fits loosely, but not enough to come off without undoing the clasp.

Because all the beads are handmade, your bracelet might be slightly different than the one pictured here.

While pretty sturdy, if pressed hard upon, the beads can crack and break. I would recommend taking them off to practice somersaults, rolling down a hill, playing football, etc.

Chocolate Raspberry Swirl Buttons

Sat, 19 Sep 2009 23:29:41 -0400

$6.00
These little lovelies are original designs and are all individually handmade (no molds) to give each unique character.

There are four buttons in this set. Each measures about .75" in diameter and slightly less than .25" thick.

Because all are handmade, yours might be slightly different than the ones pictured here.

While pretty sturdy, if pressed upon, these can crack and break. I would recommend taking clothing with them off to practice somersaults, rolling down a hill, playing football, etc.

These buttons are not washer/dryer safe. Handwashing is just fine. These work wonderfully for accents on purses, pillows, wallhangings, etc.

Coming up Rosy Earrings and Pendant Set

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 19:01:20 -0400

$18.00
These cute little numbers are all individually handmade (no molds) to give each unique character.

The rose earrings are attached to a delicate earwire with a wire loop. The rose pendant has a wire loop embedded in it that can be used to hang it from any type of cord or chain. It comes on a strand of lime green ribbon that can be tied in the back to create a simple necklace. The earrings measure about .5" and the pendant is about 1"

Because all are handmade, yours might be slightly different than the ones pictured here.

Is this a gift? Gift-wrap is always free upon request.

While pretty sturdy, if pressed upon, these can crack and break. I would recommend taking them off to practice somersaults, rolling down a hill, playing football, etc.

Blue Jean Flower Necklace

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 22:42:33 -0400

$32.00
All of the pendants on this mixed-media necklace are individually handmade without molds or patterns, making this necklace truly one of a kind.

A sculpted abstract bloom has been glued firmly onto a flower made from a recycled blue-jean, batik fabric, and burlap flower. The flower was then sprayed with fixative and sewed onto a metal jump-ring attached to a silver-colored chain. The flower measures about 2.5" across. Six other pendants, some made from polymer clay, others a mixture of polymer clay and fabric, are also secured by jump-rings to the necklace. The entire necklace is 18" long.

Is this a gift? Gift-wrap is always free upon request.

A Bird in the Hand Ring

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 19:01:02 -0400

$12.00
This cute little number is individually handmade (no molds) to give it unique character.

A red bird sits on blue eggs in a two-tone brown nest. The next is firmly fixed on top of a sterling silver adjustable ring. The bird and nest measure about .75" across and .75" tall.

Because all my items are handmade, yours might be slightly different than the one pictured here.

This ring comes with the free gift box pictured to the right.

While pretty sturdy, if pressed upon, this can crack and break. I would recommend taking it off to practice somersaults, rolling down a hill, playing football, etc.

Mrs. Butterfly Necklace

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 17:11:38 -0400

$20.00
This cute little number is individually handmade (no molds) to give it unique character. Because all my items are handmade, yours might be slightly different than the one pictured here.

The butterfly pendant is made of polymer clay with a metal loop embedded in its back and wire embellishments. A silver colored jump ring is attached to it and strung on an 18" brown satin cord with a 2" metal chain extension. The cord has a lobster clasp. The pendant measures about 2.5" across.

This necklace matches beautifully with my dangle butterfly earrings pictured to the right.

Mrs. Butterfly comes in a gift box. Let me know if he's a gift and I'll include a personalized card.

Daisy Dangles

Sat, 05 Sep 2009 10:04:45 -0400

$10.00
"I think Daisies are the happiest flower, don't you?"
-Meg Ryan, "You've Got Mail"

These cute little numbers are all individually handmade (no molds) to give each unique character.

Each flower is attached to a delicate earwire with a wire loop embedded in the leaf. I liked these so much that I made a pair for myself and have been wearing them around for the last month. They are great for casual or evening wear. The flowers measure about 3/4" and the earrings hang about 1.5" from the top of the wire.

Because all are handmade, yours might be slightly different than the ones pictured here.

Is this a gift? Gift-wrap is always free upon request.

While pretty sturdy, if pressed upon, these can crack and break. I would recommend taking them off to practice somersaults, rolling down a hill, playing football, etc.

Blue and Green Barrette Set

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 23:00:42 -0400

$6.00
These cute little numbers are individually handmade (no molds) to give each unique character.

Sculpted abstract blooms have been glued firmly onto brand-new metal hair-clips wrapped with funky blue, white and green ribbon. The hair-clips are 2.5" long and .5" wide.

Because all are handmade, yours might be slightly different than the ones pictured here.

Is this a gift? Gift-wrap is always free upon request.

A Bird in the Hand Bracelet

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 17:12:24 -0400

$22.00
A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush--at least that's what my Mommy always told me.

This bright and sunny bracelet is made of 10 individually handmade polymer clay beads and a sculpted bird focal. Small wooden beads have been used for accents. The whole thing is strung on natural hemp cord with a circle and bar closure.

The bracelet measures about 8" long. On my (somewhat skinny) wrists, it fits loosely, but not enough to come off without undoing the clasp.

Because all the beads are handmade, your bracelet might be slightly different than the one pictured here.

While pretty sturdy, if pressed upon, the beads can crack and break. I would recommend taking them off to practice somersaults, rolling down a hill, playing football, etc.

Raspberry and Lime Barrette Set

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 11:16:25 -0400

$6.00
These cute little numbers are individually handmade (no molds) to give each unique character.

Sculpted abstract blooms and clear sparkles have been glued firmly onto brand-new metal hair-clips wrapped with funky white, green, and pink ribbon. The hair-clips are 2.5" long and .5" wide.

Because all are handmade, yours might be slightly different than the ones pictured here.

Is this a gift? Gift-wrap is always free upon request.

Four Little Flower Bobbies

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 16:32:43 -0400

$6.00
These cute little numbers are individually handmade (no molds) to give each unique character.

The flowers have been glued firmly onto brand-new black bobby pins. The bobbies are 2" long and the flowers are about .25".

Because all are handmade, yours might be slightly different than the ones pictured here.

Is this a gift? Gift-wrap is always free upon request.

While pretty sturdy, if pressed upon, these can crack and break. I would recommend taking these off to practice somersaults, rolling down a hill, playing football, etc.