
Announcement
Happy new year to you and yours - I hope you are well and that your new year is off to a good start. In that spirit: thanks to your generous support, my 2022 #stupidanimalhybrids calendar has been a smash success, enabling me to donate $100 to The Oakville & Milton Humane Society and $100 to The Woodlands Wildlife Sanctuary in Minden, Ontario.
You can learn more about these 2 amazing organizations at https://omhs.ca
and https://woodlandswildlifesanctuary.ca.
Thank you x a million for your support, I am over the moon knowing so many of you started your year with #stupidanimalhybrids, and that collectively we've been able to make a real difference to the animals that inspire this project!
I want to share more about this weirdo art life of mine, I've started a newsletter!
To subscribe, head over to my blog at www.theladysmith.ca
My newsletter promises to deliver: creative life musings, cool jewellery processes, first dibs on new designs, the odd truly delicious recipe, occasional giveaways, pirate-level swearing, and cat photos. It's like my IG, but maybe better. Promise. <3
The 2020 #stupidanimalhybrids holiday cards were so popular I decided to create a greeting card series as well, which you can find here:
https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/963832342/stupid-animal-hybrids-illustrated-plant?ref=shop_home_active_1
I am behind in the Giving Hearts project, but stay tuned, more are on their way!
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I sincerely hope that you and yours are healthy and comfortable during this deeply unsettled time. Thank you x a million for continuing to visit Etsy, and for supporting handmade. Bluntly put, your choice to buy handmade helps us survive; there are hardly words to convey how much your support means to me.
All purchases from my shop are packaged up with freshly washed hands, securely wrapped and will be sent with tracking numbers and insurance where possible.
**Please note: my commissions list is currently closed. Rush orders can be sometimes be accommodated; please contact me for details!
C O N T A C T M E . . .
Etsy Message: http://etsy.me/2CayMCD
Email: erika(at)theladysmith.ca
F I N D M E . . .
Instagram: instagram.com/@theladysmithErika
Blog: www.theladysmith.ca
Tumblr: TheLadySmith.tumblr.com
Twitter: Twitter.com/The_Lady_Smith
(The LadySmith has left FaceBook as of mid-September 2020)
M Y P R O M I S E . . .
My designs are my own, and I choose to create one of a kind work. Any textured or patterned elements of my work are hammered, etched or cold-cast from my own handmade moulds, by me, by hand, and as such are not easily reproduced. I do not stamp my work with commercially available stamps, nor do I use commercially made design elements other than sheet metal, wire, bezel wire, sterling silver precious metal clay, chain and clasps/findings. These decisions allow me to make designs that are unique and uniquely powerful, and as such, my designs may not be copied or reproduced in any manner without my explicit consent.
Thanks for visiting, and as always, thanks for shopping and supporting handmade!
Announcement
Happy new year to you and yours - I hope you are well and that your new year is off to a good start. In that spirit: thanks to your generous support, my 2022 #stupidanimalhybrids calendar has been a smash success, enabling me to donate $100 to The Oakville & Milton Humane Society and $100 to The Woodlands Wildlife Sanctuary in Minden, Ontario.
You can learn more about these 2 amazing organizations at https://omhs.ca
and https://woodlandswildlifesanctuary.ca.
Thank you x a million for your support, I am over the moon knowing so many of you started your year with #stupidanimalhybrids, and that collectively we've been able to make a real difference to the animals that inspire this project!
I want to share more about this weirdo art life of mine, I've started a newsletter!
To subscribe, head over to my blog at www.theladysmith.ca
My newsletter promises to deliver: creative life musings, cool jewellery processes, first dibs on new designs, the odd truly delicious recipe, occasional giveaways, pirate-level swearing, and cat photos. It's like my IG, but maybe better. Promise. <3
The 2020 #stupidanimalhybrids holiday cards were so popular I decided to create a greeting card series as well, which you can find here:
https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/963832342/stupid-animal-hybrids-illustrated-plant?ref=shop_home_active_1
I am behind in the Giving Hearts project, but stay tuned, more are on their way!
...
I sincerely hope that you and yours are healthy and comfortable during this deeply unsettled time. Thank you x a million for continuing to visit Etsy, and for supporting handmade. Bluntly put, your choice to buy handmade helps us survive; there are hardly words to convey how much your support means to me.
All purchases from my shop are packaged up with freshly washed hands, securely wrapped and will be sent with tracking numbers and insurance where possible.
**Please note: my commissions list is currently closed. Rush orders can be sometimes be accommodated; please contact me for details!
C O N T A C T M E . . .
Etsy Message: http://etsy.me/2CayMCD
Email: erika(at)theladysmith.ca
F I N D M E . . .
Instagram: instagram.com/@theladysmithErika
Blog: www.theladysmith.ca
Tumblr: TheLadySmith.tumblr.com
Twitter: Twitter.com/The_Lady_Smith
(The LadySmith has left FaceBook as of mid-September 2020)
M Y P R O M I S E . . .
My designs are my own, and I choose to create one of a kind work. Any textured or patterned elements of my work are hammered, etched or cold-cast from my own handmade moulds, by me, by hand, and as such are not easily reproduced. I do not stamp my work with commercially available stamps, nor do I use commercially made design elements other than sheet metal, wire, bezel wire, sterling silver precious metal clay, chain and clasps/findings. These decisions allow me to make designs that are unique and uniquely powerful, and as such, my designs may not be copied or reproduced in any manner without my explicit consent.
Thanks for visiting, and as always, thanks for shopping and supporting handmade!
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Reviews
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Paul on Feb 9, 2022
5 out of 5 starsAnother fantastic Animal Hybrids calendar by TheLadySmith, they're so much fun. The illustrations are amazing and humorous, it will make you smile every time you see it on the wall.
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3p4t0x4gykxn6w3v on Jun 28, 2022
5 out of 5 starsFirst, this lovely seller made me feel quite special. Second, I received a pair of one of the most beautiful earrings EVER. The simplicity and line of these earrings speak to their elegance and quality. I could not be happier!! Delivery was as promised, as well. p.s. even with how well made these are, they are lightweight and so easy to wear.
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frauke on May 9, 2022
5 out of 5 starsAbsolutely lovely. Nice size too.thank you for the generous gifts. What a nice surprise! ❤️❤️❤️
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Janice on Mar 31, 2022
5 out of 5 starsLove this beautiful work of Art✨💛✨ !!! The photos were great, however to see in person its... Amazing ✨✨✨ I love that she recycled the Silver herself and created this incredible necklace from her heart ! The Smokey quartz is clear as water..with a stunning hexagon shape! The pink tourmaline tops it off perfect ,, the detail she put into this is wonderful! I am beyond happy with entire transaction ! Arrived in exquisite gift box with gifts from the heart.💖 The Seller is Excellent! She is so talented, and nice with excellent customer care! Highly Recommend! I am definitely returning to this Shop💛✨💛 !!!
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jtszed750 on Feb 4, 2022
5 out of 5 starsBest calendar ever, love it, love it. No issues with delivery to UK. All round excellent
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Kirsten on Jan 26, 2022
5 out of 5 starsVery high quality paper, just like the description, and absolutely beautiful and creative illustrations! I love all the creatures in here!
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Cat on Jan 25, 2022
5 out of 5 starsI am SUCH a fan of these calendars! It's not the new year if I don't have my Hybrids calendar on the wall. :)
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Benjamin on Jan 24, 2022
5 out of 5 starsThis calendar is AWESOME. Call me old-fashioned, but I love to have a physical calendar to look at daily. And this calendar might be the best one yet. The art is both beautiful and hilarious, and I'm very much looking forward to seeing what the rest of the months have in store for me! Thanks so much!
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keere on Jan 19, 2022
5 out of 5 starsVery enjoyable and amusing illustrations, and excellent printing quality.
About TheLadySmithCanada
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My bench normally looks like mini-chaos blended with Hoarders-style organization...
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CAFFEINE IS MY LORD AND MASTER.
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My little solder pad.
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Most of my work is done at night, hence the moody lighting and implied caffeine...
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Safety first! Two pairs of glasses, one mask = studio date night!
* M I G H T & M E T T L E *
A life-long designer, I've discovered that working with metal is my ultimate...
I fell back into the arms of metalwork in 2006 after a long hiatus, and while daydreaming about wearing an utterly kickass crown to my otherwise simple, backyard wedding. I could not find the head-piece I wanted - I would have to make it! Thus, I was introduced to Art Clay silver and it was love at first firing - with my fine arts education grounded in printmaking, ceramics and sculpture, it was a perfect match. Art Clay and print-making techniques allowed me to reproduce my own designs the way I wanted, and offered up faithful and fine reproductions of natural materials and vintage textures. I was smitten. I still am.
I have since branched out and moved away from working with Art Clay, and I now forge and fabricate with sterling silver, semi-precious stones and mixed metals including copper, brass and gold into my jewelry palette. Much of my work is etched with my own hand-drawn designs; I make everything one-of-a-kind.
My inspiration are those brave spirits who have proved their might and their mettle in this life, and it is my honour to create adornments for them.
xo e.
Shop members
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Erika Wallace Rooth
Owner, Maker, Designer
A multidisciplinary artist, metal-smith, FCBD-style bellydancer and graphic designer of many years, I have been exploring jewelry as art form and narrative since 1994. I am proud to create jewellery for mighty souls who have proven their mettle.
Production partners
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Gooten
New York, NY
Gooten produces beautiful, high-quality printed apparel and housewares on demand.
Shop policies
Welcome to The Ladysmith on Etsy. Storied jewelry for those who have proven their mettle...
Accepted payment methods
Returns and exchanges
I guarantee my workmanship against normal, everyday wear and tear for the life of the piece. If in the unlikely case that your The Ladysmith design needs a repair, please send it back to us and it will be repaired and return to you, free of charge. Replacing lost stones may be subject to an additional charge, due to stone availability and setting modifications. The Ladysmith retains the right to refuse repairs if the piece was obviously broken due to negligence or misuse.
Payment
Shipping
All orders (domestic and international) will be shipped via Canada Post (3-7 day shipping.)
If you would like insurance please add $5.00 for orders under $100.00 and $8.00 for orders over $100.00. Please convo me for insured/express shipping rates!
The Ladysmith is not responsible for lost or damaged items if insurance is not purchased.