Showing posts with label necklace. Show all posts
Showing posts with label necklace. Show all posts

Thursday, August 5, 2010

KCRlehrstudio in the spotlight


Trained artist, career educator and jewelry designer Colleen Lehr sells her artisan jewelry, components and kits on Etsy, in specialty shops and home parties. Favoring good pearls and brass filigree finished in wonderful patinaes, and inspired by nature and history, she combines components in unique ways that charm the eye and often reference the past. In her own words, "I always appreciate the artistic gifts that are unique to each person. Some create, some appreciate, some support, some encourage -- all are gifts and as such should be shared." Creating for 30 hours a week and working online for around 7 hours, Colleen has recently squeezed more time into her schedule for her new blog, http://kcrlehrstudio.blogspot.com/

ArjasUni: Emerging Finnish Jewelery Maker


Selections from ArasUni on Etsy
Arja Aalto's beautiful Etsy store reflects a range of styles, executed with wire and artfully chosen materials. Arja is a professional textile technician by day, and a self-taught jewelry maker and magician with knitting & crocheting copper and silver wire on her own time (20-30 hours weekly.) In her words, her designs reflect, "A fusion of influences from nature, art of the ingenious Sami people of Lapland and Kalevala folklore to Celtic aesthestics, steampunk and contemporary design." I also see romance and a little Victorian influence when I browse her store. Arjas' Etsy store, ArjasUni, is her only venue at this point, and you won't be disappointed if you have a look at her remarkable creations.
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Saturday, July 3, 2010

Tickled Pink on Etsy: Jewels That Glow



Handpicked on Etsy: Inspired by a Treasury by trinitydj
The phrase "tickled pink" is about glowing with pleasure. How can a girl not behold such creations as these without glowing? I honestly cannot fathom why anyone would consider buying mass produced jewelry when such uniquely stunning creations as these are offered on Etsy's search pages. I came across a treasury called "Perfect Harmony" curated by trinitydj, and I borrowed several of her picks and added a couple of my own for today's showcase. Click on the pictures to go directly to these Etsy listings. Prices range from $25.00 to $466.00.
From top left to bottom right, today's features artists include: vanini, Luxedesignworkshop, gailavira, daniellart, fussjewelry, TallulahRose, surfandsand, ForTheCrossJewelry

Saturday, May 22, 2010

Clear Blue: Jewelry on Etsy

Handpicked on Etsy
Fresh air and "clear blue sky" popped into my mind as I looked at these pieces that caught my eye today as I browsed Etsy's search pages. Each of these talented artists used their materials with economy and skill, allowing the beautiful gemstones to make their statement elegantly and simply. Click on the photos to go directly to these Etsy listings. Prices range from $37.00 to $188.00
From left to right, today's featured artists include: DvoraSchleffer, Bebop, janeeroberti, steinschmuckdesign, LexLuxe, steinschmuckdesign

Monday, February 1, 2010

Valentine's Day Part 2: Unisex Gifts to Share with Dudes from Etsy



Handpicked on Etsy
Affordable pleasures that work for either gender are today's theme. Valentine's Day is about friendship, romance, shared love and admiration. What could be more fun than to share a cool handcrafted treasure with your honey? All of today's showcased pieces are surprisingly affordable, so you needn't break the bank to indulge in something unique for your special valentine. Using their chosen materials in clever ways to optimize both budget and artistry, these designers achieve a modern, organic aesthetic in these pieces. Click on the pictures to go directly to these Etsy listings. Prices range from $9.99 to $45.00.
From top left to bottom right, today's featured artisans include: makethisyourown, BlackDaisyDesigns, paintedmetal, TheBishopNine, mofei, sewluytionsbyamo, TheBishopNine, thebeadedlily

Monday, January 25, 2010

Uncommon Necklaces: Inspired Design on Etsy



Handpicked on Etsy
Jaw dropping artistry hides among the trinkets that flood the Etsy search pages every day. Not that anything is wrong with charming, trendy trinkets, but it takes time & diligence to dig and search out the truly extraordinary. Today's selection required extra effort but the reward was grand. Reflecting a strong thematic statement, mastery of technique, visual impact and inspired originality, each piece showcased today is truly worthy of the art-to-wear concept. Each is a stand-alone accessory that turns the simplest black dress into a statement. I'm drooling...how about you? Click on the pictures to go directly to these Etsy listings. Prices range from $85.00 to $525.00.
From top left to bottom right, today's featured Etsy designers include: hypho, Needlewovenstydio, hipchikbrie, solejg, triz, CieloDesign, PatrinketsJewelry, nemeton