Tuesday, September 22, 2009

My Quickest Sale


Finally finished the vintage pearl collar with champaign AB brooch for a focal, and matching earrings. Posted it on Etsy September 19 and it sold on September 21 -- my fastest Etsy sale!
Thanks to fellow Etsier cafelinda for choosing this set.

Friday, September 11, 2009




Late last year I did an Etsy Alchemy custom jewelry set for a cosplay convention in California. The character was an Elizabethan woman, maybe a queen. The set included a 5 strand pearl choker, ring, headpiece and cross on a long chain. It was challenging working long distance, but we got it done. Wish she had sent me a photo of the jewelry with the costume.
The ring and headpiece focal were a pair of vintage clip earrings. The choker was repurposed or modified with the addition of a crystal brooch and pearl drop. I also customized the length. The ring has a stretch band. The beautiful cross was purchased from a fellow Etsy artisan.

Thursday, September 10, 2009

Mommy Necklaces


Just listed today on Etsy and Artfire, two mommy necklaces.


Great for new mothers, the bright colors grab and hold attention. Made with a mix of new and vintage beads in a variety of shapes and colors. Fun shapes include dogs, fairies, chicks, baby bottles, teddy bears, cupcakes and cookies.

Tuesday, September 8, 2009

Pins and Earrings Bracelets



Earlier this year I got a large lot of mostly vintage jewelry at auction. I was able to make several bracelets using earrings and mini pins. Many are gone now, I've kept one in my fav color (teal/turquoise) which isn't pictured and one of the pink and blue bracelets.

Thursday, September 3, 2009

Below is page 1 of instructions I developed for modifying vintage clip back earrings into post earrings.