Etsy Shop for McBirdie

Silver Wrapped Tree Brooch--Bushy Green Leaves

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:36:59 -0500

$10.00
My grandmother always said that a brooch just 'finished' a woman's outfit off and left her looking completely pulled together and gorgeous. She said that even before she saw these fabulous bouquet brooches, can you imagine?

This is like wearing an adorable little silver and green bonsai tree--the branches are close together and springy, so you can adjust how much 'spread' you get with the piece. Each beads is a high quality pressed glass bead, in variations of shades and finishes.

The overall height is approximately 2.3" (6cm) and the width is roughly 1.5" (4cm) at its widest point. Just right for a subtle bit of glam to your coat or suit.

Silver Wrapped Bouquet Brooch--Christmas Festivities

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:25:52 -0500

$15.00
Oh, it's Christmas time. For those of us who like to wear our festive spirit without edging into the realm of tacky, this brooch is just about perfect. Filled with red and green bunches of beads, holly leaves, and tree ornament looking pearls, this is all the goodness of the holiday in a wearable pin.

My grandmother always said that a brooch just 'finished' a woman's outfit off and left her looking completely pulled together and gorgeous. She said that even before she saw these fabulous bouquet brooches, can you imagine?

Each bouquet has at least twelve hand-twisted stalks, made up of bead flowers and accent leaf and stem pieces. The overall length is approximately 3.5" (9cm) with the spray spreading to 2.5" (7cm) width. The pieces can all be gently re-shaped if you like to adjust the level of 'springy-ness'.

All beads are high quality glass and you'll get a mix of seed beads, frosted, and clear glass. The wire is silver plated or copper centred (the thicker gauge is copper core).

Silver Wrapped Bouquet Brooch--Shades of Amber

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:18:31 -0500

$15.00
My grandmother always said that a brooch just 'finished' a woman's outfit off and left her looking completely pulled together and gorgeous. She said that even before she saw these fabulous bouquet brooches, can you imagine?

Each bouquet has at least twelve hand-twisted stalks, made up of bead flowers and accent leaf and stem pieces. The overall length is approximately 3.5" (9cm) with the spray spreading to 2.5" (7cm) width. The pieces can all be gently re-shaped if you like to adjust the level of 'springy-ness'.

All beads are high quality glass and you'll get a mix of seed beads, frosted, and clear glass. The wire is silver plated or copper centred (the thicker gauge is copper core).

Silver Wrapped Bouquet Brooch--Shades of Pink

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:14:04 -0500

Silver Wrapped Bouquet Brooch--Shades of Blue

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:07:19 -0500

Blue Swirl Glass Heart Drop Earrings - Glow in the Dark

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:08:57 -0500

$9.50
There is so much fun to these deceptively simple hoop earrings--made of gorgeous clear glass hearts with a lovely swirl of blue trapped inside, they hold the secret of tiny chips of glow in the dark material enclosed in the glass. It isn't obvious during the day (check out how perfectly clear the hearts look), but turn out the lights and you have speckles of magic.

The hoopes are 25mm of silver, each with a dangling heart and accented with seed bead loops.

**Please see the Bracelet section for the matching piece**

Blue Swirl Glass Heart Dangle Bracelet - Glow in the Dark

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:59:13 -0500

$18.50
There is so much fun to this deceptively simple bracelet--made of gorgeous clear glass hearts with a lovely swirl of blue trapped inside, they hold the secret of tiny chips of glow in the dark material enclosed in the glass. It isn't obvious during the day (check out how perfectly clear the hearts look), but turn out the lights and you have speckles of magic.

Each heart is surrounded by accents of deep blue seed beads and the bracelet is finished with an adorable little puffed heart magnet clasp.

The bracelet is a generous 19cm (7.5") in length. All of the wire work is done by hand, including all of the links and the drop loops on the beads. If you have any concerns about the length, please get in touch so we can discuss possible adjustments.

**Please check out my Earrings section for the matching pair**

Silver Bird's Nest Ring- Shades of Pink, Size P/7.5

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:28:29 -0500

$20.00
This ring is a romantic cluster of pink, hearts, and gorgeousness. It's like having Valentine's Day condensed into a chocolate-free, no-disappointment wearable shape.

For women who love chunky, organically shaped rings, this is pretty much the best possible version. The entire ring shank, including the nest foundation, is created from one long piece of heavy gauge wire--that means there are no openings to snag on your skin, the ring will not resize throughout the day, and it's not going to come apart on you.

The foundational nest is then woven with a thinner gauge wire which has been hand-twisted with a mix of beads in varying shades of pink, rose, and cream.

The ring is a comfortable P/7.5 size. If you have any questions about sizing, please get in touch.

Chunky Amber Square Silver Ring - Size P/7.5

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:18:47 -0500

$8.50
This is a lovely dramatic silver ring done with a focal bead of square crackle amber and accented with three cats eye beads in lighter tan. It is wrapped with extra silver wire to finish.

The size of the ring is an approximate P/7.5--it is just shy of a 2cm diameter, if you want to check the size against your favourite ring. If you have any concerns about fitting, please get in touch with me and we can discuss any needed adjustments.

All edges have been carefully smoothed down, so you'll find this ring as comfortable as it is beautiful.

Blown Glass Drop Earrings--Brown Swirl

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:06:23 -0500

$9.50
It seems like with the really great dramatic drop earrings, you have to pay in some way--either the pieces are far too heavy or the materials are cheaply made. This pair, though, finally fixes those problems.

Each earring is made from two incredibly thin, blown glass spheres which are swirled with brown. They are unbelievably lightweight and well-made. They are hand strung on two firm gauge wires, which gives them plenty of movement.

The drop is just over 2" and the earring hook is perfect for sensitive ears.

Smoky Quartz and Pearl Twist Necklace

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:49:08 -0500

$35.00
If you could condense the essence of femininity down to a single necklace, this may very well be what it would look like. Made of three stands of a mix of smoky quartz chips, soft glass pearls in shades of ivory, pink, and brown, and small glass beads, it is twisted together and joined with a double swirl of silver wire.

The necklace is finished off with hand-formed silver links strung with warm ivory glass pearls and a silver clasp. Everything is made by hand, so the piece is a fully original piece of wearable art. The drop is approximately 16", but let me know if you have any concerns about length as adjustments can be made.

Silver Zig Zag Earrings - Soft Baby Pink

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:05:30 -0500

$9.50
No need to worry about all the times you zigged when you should have zagged--now you can do both with these fun and pretty silver earrings.

Each earring is a hand-formed silver zig zag shape which is then pierced through by a silver wire which is beaded with two gorgeous soft baby pink bezel beads, which are held in place with a twist of very fine silver wire.

The drop on these is 5.5cm (just over 2") and they are roughly 1" at their widest point. The beads are left free on their wire, so they're rather addictive to play with.

Premium Silver Cluster Ring- Smoky Quartz Chips, Size P/7

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:44:02 -0500

$19.50
After I made the Cluster Rings (which, in turn, were inspired by the Bird's Nest Rings), I thought..."Self, what if I went even bigger and bolder? What if I didn't waste any time with accent colours and seed beads, but just went all out with one type of gorgeous bead, piled high and left to be its own show-stopper?" The result is the fabulous Premium Silver Cluster Ring.

Like the Cluster rings, they are still chunky, organically shaped rings, but now the beads are larger (predominantly 6mm beads, rather than 4mm) and they are piled high and tight with nothing to distract from their loveliness. Not only will you catch everyone's eye, but you'll keep their attention with this beauty.

The entire ring shank, including the nest foundation, is created from one long piece of heavy gauge wire--that means there are no openings to snag on your skin, the ring will not resize throughout the day, and it's not going to come apart on you.

The foundational nest is then woven with a thinner gauge wire which has been hand-twisted with a fabulous cluster of dozens of smoky quartz chips, varying in shades from a rich deep brown to a smoky grey brown. The entire foundation of the ring has been wrapped with chips, so this isn't a hollow ball of stones--you've got chips all the way through, so you're getting glimpses of hidden beauties every time you turn your hand.

The ring is a comfortable P size. If you have any questions about sizing, please get in touch.

Smoky Quartz Silver Plated Heart Barrettes

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:34:34 -0500

$18.50
Each barrette is approximately 50x28mm in a sweet heart shape and is silver plated. They are hand-wired with a cluster of chips of smoky quartz stones. It is a generous amount of chips on each barrette--you'll get the fully lush, 3-D effect no matter what direction you view your clips from.

You do get the pair and they look lovely worn on either side, to push your hair back, but I especially love these worn side by side on top of a chignon. I'm sure you'll find quite a few uses for these lovely little barrettes.

Premium Silver Cluster Ring- Rich Lavender Pearls, Size P/7

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:26:58 -0500

$20.00
After I made the Cluster Rings (which, in turn, were inspired by the Bird's Nest Rings), I thought..."Self, what if I went even bigger and bolder? What if I didn't waste any time with accent colours and seed beads, but just went all out with one type of gorgeous bead, piled high and left to be its own show-stopper?" The result is the fabulous Premium Silver Cluster Ring.

Like the Cluster rings, they are still chunky, organically shaped rings, but now the beads are larger (predominantly 6mm beads, rather than 4mm) and they are piled high and tight with nothing to distract from their loveliness. Not only will you catch everyone's eye, but you'll keep their attention with this beauty.

The entire ring shank, including the nest foundation, is created from one long piece of heavy gauge wire--that means there are no openings to snag on your skin, the ring will not resize throughout the day, and it's not going to come apart on you.

The foundational nest is then woven with a thinner gauge wire which has been hand-twisted with a fabulous cluster of dozens of luscious rose pink glass pearls. The entire foundation of the ring has been wrapped with pearls, so this isn't a hollow ball of beads--you've got pearls all the way through, so you're getting glimpses of hidden beauties every time you turn your hand.

The ring is a comfortable P size. If you have any questions about sizing, please get in touch.

Shades of Purple Cluster Earrings

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:00:34 -0500

$17.50
Designed and made to perfectly accentuate the Shades of Purple Cluster Necklace, these earrings are just as gorgeous on their own as they are in a set. Each are made from two hand-formed twisted links of silver which are then hung with four 10mm glass pearls in two shades of purple, two 8mm glass pearls in a dark purple, and two 6mm pearls in a rich, deep purple.

Each pearl is hung on a simple drop which has been accented with hammered and twisted silver, giving the clusters a look reminiscent of grape vines. They are free to swing, giving them natural movement which is stunning.

The full drop on these is approximately 2" (5cm).

**Please do see the matching necklace in the Necklace section--it's absolutely gorgeous**

Shades of Purple Pearl Cluster Necklace

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:36:06 -0500

$35.00
This is an absolutely gorgeous show-stopper of a necklace that gets more beautiful the closer you look at it. Every bit of this necklace is formed by hand, giving you a wonderfully unique work of art to love forever.

The chain itself is made from two sizes of links, each formed carefully to allow the link to fold out in two directions which gives a chunkier, more 3-D look to the clusters. The larger links to the front of the necklace hold 16 10mm satin-finished glass pearls in two shades of rich purple. Nestled beside these clusters are 12 8mm glass pearls in a dark purple, which in turn are surrounded by 36 deep purple 6mm glass pearls.

Each of the pearls are hand threaded onto simple drops which have been accented by hammering and twirling the silver wire. Reminiscent of the tangled vines growing in a grape orchard, these swirled bits of silver are wonderfully organic looking and create a free-form work of beauty.

The necklace closes with a simple hand-formed hook and is approximately 16" long. If you have any concerns about length, please let me know as adjustments can be made.

**Please see my Earrings section for a matching pair for this necklace**

Silver Crocheted Wire in Shades of Green

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 06:18:33 -0500

$15.00
This bracelet is the sort of gorgeously delicate magic that is an joy to wear and touch. Made from two crocheted strands of silver wire, each strand was beaded with a mix of green beads, both clear glass and frosted--the strands are then woven together to make a free form, organic looking bangle.

The bracelet is finished with a classic lobster style clasp. If you have any questions or concerns about the fit, please let me know, as adjustments can be made.

Dramatic Silver Circle Necklace in Blue

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 06:18:33 -0500

$45.00
This is a wonderfully light and dramatic necklace that is made from a higher gauge silver wire formed into concentric circles--some are left plain, some are beaded with one bead, some have more. The single loop of circles is enhanced by extra circles being added to the mid-drop. The effect is an organic, natural looking necklace that is unlike any other you'll see.

The beads are in varying shades of blue, going from a deep dark navy to a light tourquoise, with several stops in between. Each circle is attached to the other with hand-wrapped lighter gauge wire. The necklace is finished off with a series of smaller loops ending in a double circle clasp.

This necklace hangs just over 12" or 30cm. If you have concerns about length, let me know as adjustments can be made.

Please see my Wire Bracelets for the matching bracelet with this piece.

Green Crocheted Wire Choker with Heart Pendant

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 06:18:33 -0500

$25.00
This is a wonderfully sweet crocheted wire choker necklace that evokes all the romance of spring. The necklace itself is double crocheted length of green wire, finished in a handmade silver wire hook and loop clasp.

The pendant hanging down is a large blue crackle glass heart with a handpainted red flower on both sides (helpful to those of us who are forever inadvertantly flipping our pendants over throughout the day).

It is meant to be worn in true choker style, so it is approximately 15" or 37.5cm long, but if you have concerns about length, let me know as adjustments can be made easily.

Gentle Swirl Silver and Rose Pearl Drop Earrings

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 07:41:33 -0500

$18.50
With a base made from a heavy gauge silver wire, hand-shaped in an irregular swirl shape. Seven pearlescent glass beads in a lovely rose pink colour are then hand twisted on in irregular intervals. This makes for organic, free-formed earrings which are just as lovely as the woman wearing them.

They are approximately .5" at their widest point and have a drop of about 1.5". The finishings are all silver-plated, so are comfortable even for sensitive ears. If you have any concerns about drop length, please convo me.

Premium Silver Cluster Ring- Rose Pearls, Size P

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 07:41:33 -0500

$25.00
After I made the Cluster Rings (which, in turn, were inspired by the Bird's Nest Rings), I thought..."Self, what if I went even bigger and bolder? What if I didn't waste any time with accent colours and seed beads, but just went all out with one type of gorgeous bead, piled high and left to be its own show-stopper?" The result is the fabulous Premium Silver Cluster Ring.

Like the Cluster rings, they are still chunky, organically shaped rings, but now the beads are larger (predominantly 6mm beads, rather than 4mm) and they are piled high and tight with nothing to distract from their loveliness. Not only will you catch everyone's eye, but you'll keep their attention with this beauty.

The entire ring shank, including the nest foundation, is created from one long piece of heavy gauge wire--that means there are no openings to snag on your skin, the ring will not resize throughout the day, and it's not going to come apart on you.

The foundational nest is then woven with a thinner gauge wire which has been hand-twisted with a fabulous cluster of dozens of luscious rose pink glass pearls. The entire foundation of the ring has been wrapped with pearls, so this isn't a hollow ball of beads--you've got pearls all the way through, so you're getting glimpses of hidden beauties every time you turn your hand.

The ring is a comfortable P size. If you have any questions about sizing, please get in touch.

Silver Bird's Nest Ring- Shades of Yellow, Size P

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 20:12:33 -0500

$15.00
For women who love chunky, organically shaped rings, this is pretty much the best possible version. The entire ring shank, including the nest foundation, is created from one long piece of heavy gauge wire--that means there are no openings to snag on your skin, the ring will not resize throughout the day, and it's not going to come apart on you.

The foundational nest is then woven with a thinner gauge wire which has been hand-twisted with a mix of beads in varying shades of yellow and cream. There are tube glass beads, pressed glass, and seed beads mixed in together.

The ring is a comfortable P size. If you have any questions about sizing, please get in touch.

Silver Cluster Ring- Shades of Blue, Size P

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 20:12:33 -0500

$20.00
For women who fell in love with the original Bird's Nest Silver rings, the new Cluster rings give you everything you already loved and then gave you more. They are still chunky, organically shaped rings, but now there are more beads and a wider base so you are sure to catch everyone's eye. These are not rings to wear when you want to fade into the background--as soon as you put this on, you're inviting people to ask you where you got your gorgeous showpiece.

The entire ring shank, including the nest foundation, is created from one long piece of heavy gauge wire--that means there are no openings to snag on your skin, the ring will not resize throughout the day, and it's not going to come apart on you.

The foundational nest is then woven with a thinner gauge wire which has been hand-twisted with a mix of beads in varying shades of blue. There are gorgeously shimmering glass pearl beads and faceted crystals with an iridescent sheen on one side, both in 4mm size.

The ring is a comfortable P size. If you have any questions about sizing, please get in touch.

Bottle Green Spiral Earrings

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:52:08 -0500

$10.00
An eye-catching and fun design, these earrings feature a short, tight spiral of silver wire which has been threaded with deep bottle green seed beads. The seed beads are able to move freely along the wire, giving you a constant movement and ever-changing look.

They're also just darned fun to play with.

The earring finding is silver-plated, so safe for sensitive ears. They have a drop of 1.5" (3.5cm) and are .5" (1cm) across.

Soft Green Silver Dangle Earrings

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:52:08 -0500

$10.00
These are a delicate double dangle with a frosted cream and green painted circle and green and clear seed beads on one side and a complementary green bead on the other. They have a drop of approximately 3.5 cm.

The wire and findings are all silver-plated, so safe for sensitive ears.

Soft Blue Heart Silver Dangle Earrings

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:52:08 -0500

$10.00
These are a delicate double dangle with an iridescent blue heart on one side and complementary glass beads on the other. They have a drop of approximately 3.5 cm.

The wire and findings are all silver-plated, so safe for sensitive ears.

Gift Certificate for 25

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:23:18 -0500

$25.00
If you can't decide on the perfect gift, let your lucky recipient choose for themselves with a beautifully printed gift certificate to McBirdie's Shop.

When you order your certificate, it will be sent out in a gorgeous silver envelope, sealed with a McBirdie's Shop logo, wrapped in purple tissue paper and sent in a white padded envelope. It is as much of an experience to recieve a gift certificate as it is to recieve a piece of jewellery, making this gift an experience that your loved one will appreciate more than once.

Full instructions on how to use the certificate and conditions are printed on the reverse, so they'll know just how to redeem it for the perfect piece of jewellery. This certificate is for £25, but I am happy to create a sale of any amount in multiples of five. Just send me a convo and I'll set up a special posting for you.

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Certificates are redeemable only at McBirdie's Shop on Etsy and are not redeemable for cash. They are valid for one year from date of purchase and will be printed with a code which must be relayed to the seller to redeem the certificate.

Amber and Copper Spiral Earrings

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 16:22:24 -0400

$10.00
An eye-catching and fun design, these earrings feature a short, tight spiral of copper wire which has been threaded with a mix of amber and gold seed beads in a mixed pattern. The seed beads are able to move freely along the wire, giving you a constant movement and ever-changing look.

They're also just darned fun to play with.

The earring finding is silver-plated, so safe for sensitive ears. They have a drop of 1.5" (3.5cm) and are .5" (1cm) across.

Black and Silver Spiral Earrings

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 16:22:24 -0400

$10.00
An eye-catching and fun design, these earrings feature a short, tight spiral of silver wire which has been threaded with a mix of black and silver seed beads in a mixed pattern. The seed beads are able to move freely along the wire, giving you a constant movement and ever-changing look.

They're also just darned fun to play with.

The earring finding is silver-plated, so safe for sensitive ears. They have a drop of 1.5" (3.5cm) and are .5" (1cm) across.

Geometric Knit Wire Purple Cuff with Lilac and Lavender Beads

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 04:59:34 -0400

$10.00
This is a fine knit wire cuff done in a deep purple shade. It is made from one long piece of knit wire that had been rolled up from either end and then finished by pinching out the centre of the cuff into a geometric fluted pattern.

The fluted wire is then hand woven with a fine gauge gold wire and lilac seed beads along the edge. Where the flutes are at their peak, a slightly larger glass bead is used.

This is a lovely piece that feels smooth and substantial against the skin. It isn't heavy, rather it feels wonderfully solid. The wire remains pliable, if you wish to make small adjustments to how it is shaped.

Sexy Drop Earrings--Green Swirl

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 14:35:03 -0400

$11.50
Each earring has a pair of gorgeous green swirl glass lampwork beads--fabulously well-made, each is thinly blown glass with a lovely swirl of green, reminiscent of old-fashioned marbles.

They've been strung on very fine silver wire so the beads get all the attention. Incredibly light, these are comfortable to wear, so you can enjoy the dramatic look in ease.

The beads are 12mm and the earrings have a drop of 8cm (3"). The drop can be adjusted if you're concerned about the length.

Warm Pink Pearl Illusion Necklace

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 14:35:03 -0400

$25.00
This is the sort of necklace that just oozes femininity. Made up of gorgeously rich 12mm rose pink glass pearls, each has been knotted onto clear nylon. This gives the illusion that the pearls are just floating on your skin, connected to nothing.

The necklace is made up of two strands, with a drop of 16" (42cm). Tt closes with a silver lobster clasp.

Deep Orange and Red Twisted Wire Bracelet

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 14:35:02 -0400

$30.00
For those with a bold and spicy personality, this is the bracelet to match. Made up of five strands of thin gauge silver wire which have been hand-twisted and beaded with a mix of deep orange and warm red beads, it catches the light and warms up gloriously.

The five individual strands are lightly woven together, giving an intricate look to the piece. It closes with a square toggle clasp and is approximately 7" (17.5cm) long.

Tangled Purple Crocheted Silver Bracelet

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 14:35:02 -0400

$25.00
When you can't get enough of purple, you turn to this gorgeous bracelet. Made with several chains of silver wire which have been crocheted with pressed and opaque purple beads and then gently twisted together. The bracelet becomes a lovely organic piece which is like fabulously contained chaos.

It is closed with a double circle silver toggle clasp and is approximately 7.5" long.

Spring Flower Twisted Wire Earrings--Shades of Blue and Purple

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 14:35:02 -0400

$15.00
Delicate and just chockful of springtime, this is a gorgeous pair of twisted silver wire earring featuring 4mm faceted crystal beads in shades of blue. They are accented by green leaves and lavender buds.

They have a drop of approximately 1.5" and are approximately .75" wide.

Spring Flower Twisted Wire Necklace--Shades of Blue and Purple

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 14:35:02 -0400

$30.00
This is a gorgeously delicate-looking silver necklace of twisted wire and light-catching faceted crystal beads in blues and lavenders. Each flower is made up of five petal and a centre, with accents of green leave and complementary flower buds.

The length is approximately 16" and closes with a silver-plated lobster clasp.

Please see the Earrings section for matching earrings.

Tiger Lily Wire Fascinator

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 14:35:02 -0400

$40.00
If you love the drama of a fascinator, but want something a bit unusual, this is the perfect accessory for you. Formed on a silver-plated headband, the tiger lily is hand-shaped in silver wire and accented with 4mm faceted crystal beads.

The entire piece is securely wrapped onto the band and further complemented with two separate stalks with beads.

Shades of Green Hand-Wrapped Large Barrette