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As featured in Belle Armoire, Winter 2023, Belle Armoire, Summer 2022, Belle Armoire, Fall 2021, Polymer Week, 2021, Passion for Polymer, May 2020, Polymer Clay Virtual Workshop 2020, Polymer Journeys 2019, Polymer Arts Projects - organic, Jewelry Affaire, Polymer Journeys 2016, Belle Armoire Jewelry, Time Out - New York, The Week, The Polymer Arts magazines, and Polymer Studio; Polymer Clay Daily, Taste of Country, Country Outfitter, Craftartedu, Polymer clay planet, Bead and gem, etc.
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Please, take a look at my Policies page regarding shipping, promotions, refunds, polymer clay and other for your information, security, and ease of mind before you place an order. Also, if you are interested, you can learn more about the person behind the name at About and the store's homepage. And if there are still questions that remain unanswered, please, do not hesitate to use the contact form; I will be happy to be of assistance to the best of my abilities.
I wish you a happy day, happy browsing, and happy shopping here and/or other Etsy stores.
Adriana :)
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cathy on Jan 9, 2023
5 out of 5 starsthese are very very pretty. the picture does not do them justice
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Vanessa on Jan 27, 2023
5 out of 5 starsThis was my 2nd one. They are nice and lightweight. I removed the magnetic clasps though; they kept getting stuck on metal things. Lol
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Vanessa on Jan 27, 2023
5 out of 5 starsNice and lightweight. I removed the magnetic clasps though; they kept getting stuck on metal things. Lol
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Kasey on Jan 25, 2023
5 out of 5 starsThese are artistically done. I have two pairs of earrings from this seller. Both are exceptional, unique and works of art. They are a larger earring, so, if only like smalls, look at her other items as every one of them is beautiful. I would highly recommend you give this seller a look. What arrived was exactly what was recieced.
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About adrianaallenllc
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Inspiration can be found even in the darkest corners, even in the darkest moments; let creativity be your guiding light. -
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I often found inspiration in the ancient traditions, arts, and beliefs of my ancestors. -
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I always try to push the limits of polymer clay. If there are any, I have not reached them yet. -
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I love bright colors. If style is in the details, bright colors can certainly make those details stand out.
The best is yet to come
Life will never cease to surprise you if you allow it to. I do not consider myself brave, but whenever life has thrown a new adventure in my way, I have not shied from it. This is how I ended up living and creating in Mansfield, Texas. I am not American. I consider Bulgaria, a small country in Southeastern Europe my home, although I have lived there, but a few years. If every place, where we live, define and mold us, then I must resemble an abstract work of art that combines Spanish, English, French, Swiss, Mexican, Bulgarian, and American influences. Wonder what that may look like? Take a look at the picture on the right; that is me, smiling at life.
My artwork is another of life’s whims, which I have embraced wholeheartedly. It was back in 2007, in the heart of the financial crisis, that I decided to leave behind my successful career as editor-in-chief of a leading international magazine and move to the USA. I had met my husband and it never occurred to me to question what comes first: career or love. I am a hopeless romantic. But if the heart has reasons that the mind cannot understand, it is still bound to slam against reality at some point. The wake-up call for me came when I realized I could not continue my career here. Traditional media was a dying business, I was told, and I needed to find a different outlet of artistic creativity.
Polymer clay provided me with this outlet. I found happiness and peace of mind in kneading the clay, in mixing colors, in giving life to my ideas. My new passion opened my eyes to details of the world surrounding me that I might have never noticed otherwise; it has filled my existence with new colors and shapes that would blend with the background while I was running to reach my next, always next, deadline at the magazine.
I do not know what else life has in store for me. There will be ups and downs, and more than one surprises from which, I would like to believe, I will never shy. I do hope, however, that I will continue to create and for the simplest of reasons: it makes me truly happy.
Shop members
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Adriana
Owner, Maker, Designer, Curator, Photography, Shipping
It is the unseen, unforgettable, ultimate accessory of fashion that heralds your arrival and prolongs your departure. - Coco Chanel -
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Caroline
Assistant
Production partners
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Caroline
Mansfield, TX
Caroline is my little girl. I love having at my side and she loves helping mommy, so a lot of love is put in the making of these items we create together.
Shop policies
Accepted payment methods
Returns & exchanges
Cancellations
Cancellations: not accepted
Please contact the seller if you have any problems with your order.
More information
Frequently asked questions
About Polymer clay
Polymer clay is a relatively new material. It is sold in blocks with a soft consistency similar to play-dough, but once cured, the clay hardens. Depending on clay brand, type of design, and processing, it can be very hard or semi-flexible. Most of the items in my collection such as cuffs and bib necklaces are semi-flexible so they are easy to put on. They are light and comfortable to wear, but quite sturdy. A polymer clay item can of course break, but I use a technique that makes them stronger and more resistant than what you can usually purchase.
Care instructions
My polymer clay items are finished with acrylics, mica powders, and other materials after being cured, and are coated with clear gloss to protect them. In the titles you will see described the colors of the items. A piece described as a copper polymer clay item is not made of copper, it is crafted of polymer clay so as to resemble copper in appearance.
Care is easy. Simply wipe the item with a damp cloth and let dry.
Sizing details
All items, except cuffs that use blanks as support, can be customized, usually at no further cost.
Estimated time of shipping
Many of my items are made to order, except one-of-a-kind listings. None of my items is mass produced, manufactured or for resale (as it is the case of many Etsy shops). Handmade work requires time, effort, and a lot of love and hence there is a wait time of 2 to 3 weeks. All one-of-a-kind items are ready to ship in 1 to 3 days.
Thank you very much for your interest and understanding!
Earrings wires
I purchase all my earring wires from craft stores. They are nickel-free, but are not specifically listed as hypoallergenic. These earring wires may not be the best option for you if you have very sensitive ears.
I can replace earring hooks with earring clip-ons if requested in advance.
Photos
All photos are taken by me. I am not a photographer so generally these fall short of representing the beauty of the real item. Also colors, though very close to reality, may differ in shade and luminosity.
Transfer image copyright
In my collection you will find several image transfer technique items which were created using my own image transfer technique, but with images that are not my own. In this case, copyright is clearly stated and items were created according to the copyright owner's policy. This allows me to use their image for personal and small commercial use, up to 150 times each item, as long as the image is used for tangible items and is not resold as is.