Category Archive for ‘new gems’

Transformations

on Jun 21, 2009 (0) Comments

It’s always fun when someone asks me to transform a piece of jewelry into something completely different from the original version. We all have that one piece of jewelry that we hold on to because we like something about it or someone special gave it to us. Every time we put it on, however, we think…if only that chain was a little shorter…if only it has a turquoise stone next to the locket…if only the band was in leather rather than gold…then, I would wear it and I would love it. Recently a friend asked me to transform this bracelet from a gold ID bracelet with “forever” engraved into the gold, into something funkier with leather. I switched out the gold band for a casual leather cord. Perfect…problem solved.

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Matthew Mullin Disc Necklace

on Jun 17, 2009 (0) Comments

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This necklace is made in remembrance of Matthew Mullin.
16″ chain, 14K gold filled chain

“Matt signed all his emails and letters with live well, laugh often, love much. It was more than a closing, more than just a motto. It was how he lived. Matt used to say, “lose the morning, lose the day”. He made the most of every day– and truthfully, I’m not sure he would have any regrets about his life…How many of us could say that? I, am certainly not one of them, yet.” -Dickie Morris

Silver Initial Disc Necklace

on Jun 17, 2009 (0) Comments

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Let your creative side shine through and design your own necklace. This is the perfect gift! One of a kind. Three silver discs hang from this sterling silver customized chain. On each disc, you can choose up to 8 letters to be engraved into the disc. Examples are to have your friends’, childrens’, or pets’ initials or names engraved into the discs or to have three words engraved into the disc. After you place your order, under the contact link on the home page, please e-mail me what you would like to have engraved into your discs.

Hammered Gold Disc Earrings

on Jun 17, 2009 (0) Comments

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Looking to transition into earrings that are still classic and elegant but laced with a modern and fresh look…here they are!

About the size of a dime

Hammered Silver Disc Earrings

on Jun 17, 2009 (0) Comments

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Looking for something a little different to wear everyday? These modern and classic discs are the perfect choice to transition from your diamond or pearl studs.

Each disc is about the size of a dime.

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on May 20, 2009 (0) Comments

Here is a sneak peek of a ring design i’ve been working on for summer 2009…turquoise and gold…I hope you love the little ladybug. Ladybugs are a symbol of good luck so I thought it wouldn’t hurt if you had one around your finger all the time.

Just a little Ditty

on May 18, 2009 (0) Comments

I met Dickie in college…she has the perfect mix of creativity, energy, passion, and strength… Her awesome blog reminds me take a moment each day to appreciate the little things in life that can bring joy. I love how she gets a high from someone flipping a penny on the ground from tails to heads…for someone else to find it heads up and from witnessing someone walk down the street, alone, with a smile on their face. I saw Dickie the other day and she told me about one of her closest friends that recently died. I admire her strength and the way she shares with us the way that Matt impacted her life. Dickie wrote about Matt on her blog:

“Matt signed all his emails and letters with live well, laugh often, love much. It was more than a closing, more than just a motto. It was how he lived. Honestly, I don’t even know where to begin this post, I already know I will not do Matt justice. All I really know, is that he came into my life for a reason– and luckily, I figured that out the moment I met him, not the moment he died. Matt used to say, “lose the morning, lose the day”. He made the most of every day– and truthfully, I’m not sure he would have any regrets about his life…How many of us could say that? I, am certainly not one of them, yet.”

Dickie asked me to design a necklace with three discs symbolizing the way that Matt signed all his e-mails and letters. I wanted to share it with you…

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Lookout…

on Apr 02, 2009 (0) Comments

I’m so excited for the Charlottesville City Market to begin. It starts this Saturday, April 4th!!! I’ve been working on several new designs and here is another sneak peek…leather, sterling silver, and turquoise. Come take a look.

Delicates

on Mar 05, 2009 (0) Comments

I’ve been inspired by long and delicate designs that can be worn and layered with other necklaces. Here is one i’ve been working on…

Layer

on Mar 03, 2009 (0) Comments

I woke up yesterday morning to find about 4 inches of snow on the ground! I spent the day inside my cottage drinking hot chocolate, listening to music, and taking photos of a few of my new jewelry designs… Here are just a sampling of what is to come!!