Monday, September 19, 2011

Vintage in Bohemia Jewelry

I thought I'd post some pictures of some of my all time favorite pieces. The majority of these were sold at past shows but some are available at a local boutique, each design is one of a kind but you can always email me if you want to ask about a similar design for yourself.


 
 I called this one "a June wedding perhaps?"
Went to lovely Rose as a engagement gift from her mother. 
I also made her wedding jewelry
(below) from pieces found in her grandmother's jewelry box




 The perfect Valentine, a golden Locket ring



These were made from some wacky mismatched earrings. Very Carmen Miranda!





I still have this one (as of now) A beautiful scrap angel brooch




My fish earrings have been very popular, you can buy similar ones 





I call this brooch "notes from the lost and found"





I sold this one, called "Poseidon's  best gal", through:

Sunday, September 18, 2011

Studio Else & Paul Norway



I found this beautiful pendant and had to share it with you. Studio Else in Paul was founded in 1959 by a husband and wife team. They were way ahead of their time in the Modernist movement. My piece is a huge Sterling abstract (star?)
wearable sculpture.

Friday, September 16, 2011

It's in the Details

I am fascinated by mosaics and the tiny details of everyday things. I think I found some inspirations in my own back yard this afternoon.





And perhaps it was the seeing of these everyday mix of color and texture all mashed together that came to inspire this: 

one for me


This sweet little brooch is a old piece from Italy which were popular souvenirs in the 30's 40's & 50's.

  
and one for you


has this beauty:



Tuesday, September 13, 2011

Miss Havisham calling...

Miss Havisham called...she wants her dress back

It was such fun getting these pictures of my bridal jewelry ready this morning. Taken in my back yard with my dog nipping at the hem of my dress.


Happily Ever After!
I'm proud to introduce you 
to Weddings Re-Imagined










Monday, September 12, 2011

The Unveiling



Coming to a shop or show near you is something I'm calling Heirloom Bijou. Heirloom Bijou is my newest line of one of a kind jewelry using 
precious and semi precious stones, pearls gorgeous swarovski crystals and select vintage & antique pieces to create necklace and earring sets to be loved for a lifetime. There will also be special pieces for the bride to be and custom work available for the whole wedding party,or any special moment in life 
you want to remember always



 

What I couldn't leave behind..

30 or so years ago some sweet little old lady saw into the future and there I was. How else can one explain the desire to create this little trinket. Courtesy of my favorite local "junk lady" She laughed as I added it to my stack of goodies...


Friday, September 9, 2011

Wedding Bell Blues

I've been working on pieces for a wedding with a peacock feather theme and lovely dark blue colors.




For the Groom 




One of the groomsmen is a "groomswoman"
here is her top hat facinator





 These blue glass beads are too marvelous for words!!

A choker


I'd love to help make your wedding special too!


Thursday, September 8, 2011

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New for Fall

The sweetest fabric cuffs made from recycled neckties. These are currently available at :
Pink Peony in Pontotoc 

Bouffants Salon and Spa in Tupelo

The Kaleidoscope & Chique on the Oxford Square

or come see me at a local market.