Monthly Archives: September 2013

Sweetness

  I bought a box of vintage jewelry and other bits from my friend Kelly. The pieces belonged to her grandmother and some of her grandmother’s friends. Amongst them was this little bit of fabric with some pearls stitched to … Continue reading

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Olive Green Beads and Beady Links

How lucky was I to get this vintage necklace made of olive green glass beads. They look just like olives, all the need is the red pimento thing. I got these and a serious stash of other vintage treasures from … Continue reading

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Little Bit of Pink

Two Etsy shops are great for us split personality jewelry makers. Although I will be honest, there are times when I wish I only had one shop. But, one shop just doesn’t work for me. At least right now. I’ve … Continue reading

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Etsy Treasury Team’s Virtual Yard Sale

 Shops with sale sections – click the links and you’re taken right there. Charlene Sevier Jewelry – Boho chic jewelry, pendants and accessories T Lee Custom Designs – Custom tote bags, clutches and purses Knee Deep Originals – 20% off … Continue reading

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New Prop and New Stuff

  I am always looking for props and backgrounds to take jewelry photos on, usually without much luck. But, not this time. I saw this gorgeous mid-century Danish vase in Studiostebbylee’s vintage shop, thought it would work and the price … Continue reading

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New Brass Beads

Yes, I know I probably should stop buying beads. But… I was running out of brass heishi; they always work so well as spacers. And, I didn’t have any more metal beads with a big enough hole for crimp beads … Continue reading

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40 Days and 40 Nights

That’s how long it feels like it took me to complete this necklace. The design started with the vintage mosaic pin that I bought at Vanves market. Even though I have been known to cut some stuff up, I wanted … Continue reading

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