Wednesday, March 16, 2016

Dog Paw Print and Heart Copper Earrings, Fuchsia Pink Agate Handmade Jewelry


The LOVE MY DOG earrings are very meaningful: when sold 1/2 of the purchase price will be donated to the local Humane Society. These handmade earrings are part of my one of a kind "Dog Rescue" jewelry line. The beauties feature individually artisan created pure copper charms with a raised dog paw print surrounded by a heart. Glowing fuchsia pink agate ads glorious color with copper and sterling silver to finish the earrings. Created for the woman who adores her dog(s), especially if they are rescues, and who loves unique artisan made jewelry, the LOVE MY DOG earrings were carefully designed and handmade by Catherine of Shadow Dog Designs


  • Copper paw print and heart charms: app. 14 mm x 14 mm x 1 mm
  • Faceted fuchsia agate : app. 6 mm
  • Metal: copper and sterling silver
  • Earwires: sterling silver French hooks with copper bead accent
  • Length: just a little less than 2" / 5.1 cm


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Monday, March 7, 2016

Lavender Blue Lampwork Earrings, Rustic Sterling Ovals Handmade Jewelry




The "Luscious in Lavender" handmade earrings feature artisan lampwork glass beads that color shift from lavender purple in natural light to a bluish lavender in indoors light.  The lampwork beads dangle from hammered sterling silver ovals and are capped top and bottom with leafy, lead free pewter bead caps.  Sterling silver earwires finish the "Luscious in Lavender" beauties that were designed and handmade by Catherine of Shadow Dog Designs.


  • Lavender lampwork glass beads: app. 12 mm x 9 mm; color shift glass
  • Hammered sterling silver ovals: app. 14 mm x 10 mm
  • Bead caps: lead free pewter; leaf design
  • Metal: sterling silver and pewter
  • Earwires: sterling silver French hooks
  • Length: app. 2” / 5.1 cm measured from the top curve of the earwires



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Sunday, March 6, 2016

Sacred Scarab Pendant Necklace, Handmade Jewelry Egyptian Faience



You don't need to "walk like an Egyptian" to love wearing this handmade scarab pendant and pearls necklace, named KHEPRI. You just need to enjoy the beauty and the symbolism involved in the one of a kind design! Taking center stage of the handmade necklace is an ancient looking, Egyptian sacred scarab pendant created in faience style ceramic. The scarab pendant is highlighted with medium brown freshwater pearls with a copper flash. Copper beads and a copper toggle clasp finishes the earthy beauty that can be worn to a dress up or dress down event. The unique KHEPRI necklace designed and hand crafted by Catherine of Shadow Dog Designs for the woman who has a need to wear artisan jewelry. 




  • Scarab beetle pendant: app. 60 mm (2.4" from wing tip to wing tip) x 30 mm x 12 mm
  • Freshwater pearls: app. 7 mm x 6 mm
  • Metal: copper
  • Clasp: rope patterned copper toggle clasp set
  • Length: app. 18" / 45.7 cm long
  • Pendant drop: app. 1.2" / 30 mm




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Tuesday, March 1, 2016

A thoughtful gift for St. Patrick's Day, hammered copper cross pendant wire wrapped with green Czech glass beads.

* Copper 99.9% purity.
* Cross pendant, 1 1/4 inches long by 3/4 inch wide.
* Wire wrapping around center of the cross
* Swarovski round crystal is the middle crystal, with two smaller Czech fire polished crystals on both sides.
* Copper link necklace, 18 inches long, and can be extended to 20 inches.
* Copper lobster claw clasp.

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Monday, February 29, 2016

Bronze Dog Paw Print Handmade Earrings, Ivory Lampwork Artisan Jewelry


The PAW PRINTS ON THE HEART handmade earrings are perfect beauties for any woman who loves dogs, especially if the dogs are rescues. The earrings feature sweet artisan made, rustic looking paw print on hearts charms cast bronze with a more golden color. To highlight the paw prints and hearts, etched ivory artisan made lampwork glass beads and faceted reddish brown Czech glass nuggets were stacked above the charms. Sterling silver earwires finish the dangle earrings. Since the PAW PRINTS ON THE HEART earrings are part of my “Rescue Dog” line of jewelry, one half (½) of the purchase price will be donated to the local Humane Society when sold. Catherine of Shadow Dog Designs designed and handmade the earrings for the woman who loves wearing one of a kind jewelry and has many, many paw prints on the heart. 


  • Bronze paw print heart charms: app. 21 mm (including loop) x 13 mm x 1 mm
  • Ivory lampwork glass beads: app. 10 mm x 8 mm; etched matte finish
  • Czech glass nuggets: app. 7 mm x 7 mm; Picasso finish for an aged look
  • Metal: bronze, copper and sterling silver
  • Earwires: sterling silver French hooks with copper bead accents
  • Length: app. 2.5” / 6.5 cm measured from the top curve of the earwires


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Sunday, February 21, 2016

Cottontail Rabbit In A Bush - Filet Crochet Art Handmade by RSS Designs In Fiber





I live in the Antelope Valley - a High Desert Valley in Southern California surrounded by Mountains (South, West and North) and Desert to the East and I have seen Little Wild Brown Rabbits with White Cottontails running around - usually heading for some bush - or down a rabbit-hole.  I think they are so cute!

So I created a Filet Crochet chart with a Rabbit, small desert plant - surrounded by textured leaves - and Crocheted it!

The finished Crocheted piece is 11 1/4 Inches Wide by 8 1/4 Inches High - and is available in my Bonanza Booth under "Direct From The Artist - Textile Art" , where you can get all the details.

It can be used as:
  • Table Decor
  • Wall Hanging
  • Pillow Top or Applique
  • Sew-on Applique on Bag or Clothing or any Fabrics


Here are some Closeup Photos to see the Filet Crochet details clearly:

Rabbit


Rabbit with Desert Plant


Detail of Textured Leaves in Border


Dog Paw Print Pendant and Turquoise Necklace, Copper Gemstone Handmade Artisan Jewelry



Show you care deeply about your faithful, four footed friend when wearing this unique, handmade necklace, appropriately named PAWS FOR A CAUSE. The unique necklace was created with rescue dogs in mind (such as our handsome Seamus), or those waiting for a forever home. Created with an artisan hand stamped copper paw print pendant, turquoise rounds, and copper, it will proclaim to the world your love for your dog. Beaded jewelry that was designed and carefully hand crafted by Catherine of Shadow, one half (½) of the purchase price of the PAWS FOR A CAUSE necklace will be donated to a local dog rescue society.  It is a perfect gift for anyone who loves a beautiful canine soul. 




  • Copper paw print pendant: app. 26 mm x 1.5 mm; artisan handmade
  • Turquoise rounds: app. 8 mm
  • Metal: copper
  • Clasp: copper toggle clasp with extender links
  • Length: app. 18” - 19.5” / 45.7 cm - 49.5 cm
  • Pendant drop: app. 1” / 2.54 cm including copper jump ring bail



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Soft Rose Quartz Gunmetal Chain Niobium Chandelier Earrings

Soft and precious rose quartz makes "Kayla's Hope" chandelier earrings a reflection of both the softer side and sexier side of love. The soft pink really stands out against the darker gunmetal chain and empire link. To begin I selected Grade A rose quartz rounds which came from Brazil and created hand-wrapped links with filigree gunmetal bead caps on each end. These links were attached to beautifully detailed Empire links from TierraCast in a gunmetal finish.
Rose Quartz Chandelier Earrings 

The entire chandelier was then attached to black niobium ear wires which were embellished by me using small gunmetal saucer beads. On top of the saucer beads I added genuine Swarovski Austrian crystals in a shade called rosewater opal. Swarvoski is renowned for their gorgeous laser cut crystals. Niobium is a metal that is closely related to titanium. Never coated or containing any harsh metals which makes them perfect for anyone with metal-sensitive ears. 


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Friday, February 19, 2016

Boho Tribal Carved Horn Hoop Earrings, Blue Coral Garnet Copper Handmade Artisan Jewelry



Does the haunting, rhythmic beat of a drum just make you want to get up and dance? Or do you just adore unique, ethnic looking jewelry? Then, you will love the TRIBAL DANCE boho earrings! The focal of the handmade earrings are African horn donut disc beads that were individually carved, dyed and hand painted. To soften the look, pale blue sponge coral rounds were placed above the carved beads, along with unique dog bone shaped andradite garnet. The perfect jewelry to wear to Coachella or to a barbecue with friends, the TRIBAL DANCE earrings were carefully designed and handmade by Catherine of Shadow Dog Designs.


  • Carved horn donut discs: app. 25 mm x 3 mm
  • Light blue sponge coral: app. 8 mm
  • Andradite garnet dog bones: app. 4 mm x 2 mm
  • Metal: copper and sterling silver
  • Earwires: sterling silver French hooks w/ copper bead accents
  • Length: app. 2.5" / 6.4 cm measured from the top curve of the earwires


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Tuesday, February 16, 2016

Baby Receiving Blanket Boy or Girl Blue Green specs feather and lace pattern Sirdar Snuggly Yarn




Baby Receiving Blanket Boy or Girl Blue Green specs feather and lace pattern Sirdar Snuggly Yarn

Baby Blanket is very soft and in a beautiful feather and lace pattern. Receiving blanket is the perfect size for newborn boy or girl, measuring 27" x 32". Yarn is white with beautiful gray, green and blue specs throughout, making a very cool pattern. Pattern is elegant and creates a wavy border on top and bottom. Sirdar yarn is 55% nylon and 45% acrylic and has a nice stretch to it. It is very easy care and can be machine washed and tumbled dry. 

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Monday, February 15, 2016

Aqua Lampwork Handmade Earrings, Pewter Sterling Metallic Aurae Artisan Dangle Jewelry


Just imagine wearing these gorgeously glowing handmade earrings, perfectly named AQUA DREAMS! The earrings feature artisan made aqua lampwork glass beads with a silvery metallic aurae band. To complement the lampwork beads, lead free pewter beads with inscribed lines, Mykos pewter disc beads and sterling silver were used. Beautiful earrings that can be worn for both dress up and dress down, they glow brilliantly when back lit. The one of a kind AQUA DREAMS earrings were carefully designed and handcrafted by Catherine of Shadow Dog Designs for the woman who adores wearing unique handmade jewelry. 
 

  • Aqua lampwork beads: app. 13 mm x 9 mm; metallic aurae band
  • Inscribed pewter beads: app. 6 mm; lead free
  • Mykonos pewter discs: app. 4 mm x 2 mm
  • Metal: pewter and sterling silver
  • Earwires: sterling silver French hooks
  • Length: app. 2” / 5.1 cm measured from the top curve of the earwires



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Saturday, February 13, 2016

Running Horse and Star Pendant Necklace, Jasper Southwest Handmade Gemstone Pewter Jewelry


Looking for a beautiful handmade horse necklace for a special person - or for yourself? The meaningful ATTEMPT THE IMPOSSIBLE necklace is a lovely gift! The focal of the necklace is a glowing, rustic look running horse and star pewter pendant with "Attempt the Impossible" inscribed on it. To give the piece a Desert Southwest flair, sea sediment jasper in three colors were used, with small ivory colored bone discs scattered throughout. Patinaed sterling silver beads and a pewter toggle clasp finishes the one of a kind beauty. Created for the woman who loves artisan jewelry, horses and the a Southwest flair, the ATTEMPT THE IMPOSSIBLE necklace was carefully designed and handmade by Catherine of Shadow Dog Designs.


  • Horse and star pewter pendant: app. 28 mm x 2 mm; lead free
  • Sea sediment jasper: app. 6 mm 
  • Bone discs: app. 5 mm x 3 mm
  • Metal: pewter and sterling silver
  • Clasp: pewter toggle clasp set; lead free
  • Length: app. 19” / 48.3 cm
  • Pendant drop: app. 1.5” / 3.8 cm, including the bail

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Bracelet Beaded Bangle Red Agate Tree Agate Brown Aventurine Dolomite




Bracelet Beaded Bangle Red Agate Tree Agate Brown Aventurine Dolomite. Exquisite earth tone combo wrap bangle bracelet. Each stone enhances the overall richness of this handmade bangle bracelet. Tree agate beads are rectangular and are mostly gray with variations of brown, black and copper throughout. Red agate rounds are a denser stone, but when the natural light have grains and variations of copper and brown. Dolomite oval beads are both light and dark gray with hues of peach, copper and tan mixed in. Beige, copper and brown glass pearl beads next to the dolomite bring out the variation in the stone. Brown Aventurine larger round gemstones are extremely rich and show streaks of different colors when in the natural sunlight. This uniquely 4 band wrap bracelet is exquisite and rich!

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Thursday, February 11, 2016

Zuni Inspired Southwest Bear Earrings, Czech Glass Turquoise Red Coral Handmade Jewelry


The unique Zuni inspired fetish bear earrings contain a hearty dose of Southwest splendor. The handmade dangle earrings, named AYNSHE, featured Czech glass bear beads with a golden amber Picasso finish for an ancient, worn look. Genuine faceted turquoise, red coral and copper exquisitely complement the glass bears. The earrings are perfect to wear with your casual blue jeans and t-shirt. But they also pop against black so are radiant with your little black dress. reated for the woman who adores one of a kind, artisan jewelry, the AYNSHE bear earrings were carefully designed and handmade by Catherine of Shadow Dog Designs. “Aynshe” is Zuni for “bear”. 


  • Czech glass Zuni bear beads: app. 12 mm x 11 mm x 4 mm; Picasso finish
  • Faceted turquoise rondelles: app, 6 mm x 4 mm
  • Red coral rounds: app. 4 mm
  • Metal: copper and sterling silver
  • Earwires: sterling silver French hooks with copper bead accents
  • Length: app. 1.75” / 4.4 cm measured from the top curve of the earwires


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Wednesday, February 10, 2016

Milagro Heart and Crown of Thorns Earrings, Raspberry Pink Handmade Artisan Dangle Jewelry


Are you looking for a unique pair of handmade heart earrings, earrings that combine religious symbols with a trendy design? The MIRACLES earrings feature hand cast sterling silver milagros in a heart, crown of thorns and sacred fire design. To complement the milagros, faceted raspberry pink Czech glass rondelles with frosted sea glass look and an aurora borealis finish were added above the charms and on the sterling silver earwires. The earrings are a perfect gift for a woman of faith or as a lovely Valentine's Day or "just because" present. The MIRACLES artisan earrings were carefully designed and created by Catherine of Shadow Dog designs for the woman who loves to wear one of a kind jewelry. "Milagros" is Spanish for "miracles." 


  • Heart and crown of thorn milagros: 17 mm x 10 mm x 2 mm; sterling silver
  • Raspberry pink Czech glass: app. 5 mm x 3 mm; faceted, frosted, aurora borealis finish
  • Metal: sterling silver
  • Earwires: sterling silver French hooks
  • Length: app. 2” / 5.1 cm measured from the top curve of the earwires

 


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Sunday, February 7, 2016

Irish Crochet Heart with 3D Roses - Handmade Made-To-Order - You Choose Color - Romantic Lace Heart by RSS Designs In Fiber



You Choose Which Color of Irish Crochet Heart - Made-To-Order Etsy Listing

RSS Designs In Fiber has been making these Irish Crochet Hearts for some years!!

This particular design is an Irish Crochet Lace Heart Shape with 3 Multi-layer Irish Crochet Roses inside it.

The Heart Shape is crocheted in a Solid Color Cotton Crochet Thread.
The 3 Irish Crochet Roses are crocheted in a Shaded Color Thread.

This could be used as a Pendant for a Necklace or Choker - or as a Heart Decoration around the Home or Office - or as a Heart Applique on any Fabric item!

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Here are full photos of each Heart to Choose:

Pink Heart with Shaded Pinks Roses


Burgundy Red Heart with Shaded Garnet Reds Roses


Yellow Heart with Shaded Yellows Roses



Baby Blue Heart with Shaded Blues Roses


 Lavender Purple Heart with Shaded Purples Roses 


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Saturday, February 6, 2016

Blue Sodalite Handmade Necklace, Rough Nugget Sterling Gemstone Artisan Jewelry



A gemstone necklace that is perfect for dress up or dress down, the DON'T HAVE THE BLUES handmade necklace features rich blue sodalite nuggets shot through with white calcite streaks. The nuggets are a "rough" cut for a beautifully unique, rustic look. Sterling silver beads separate the nuggets, adding a wonderful glow to the overall design. Just imagine wearing this beauty with your white shirt and faded old jeans or with a sleek business suit! Created for the woman who loves one of a kind artisan crafted jewelry, the DON'T HAVE THE BLUES necklace was carefully designed and handmade by Catherine of Shadow Dog Designs. 



  • Sodalite nuggets: from app. 22 m x 16 mm to app. 17 mm x 12 mm
  • Sterling silver beads: 4 mm
  • Metal: sterling silver
  • Clasp: sterling silver hook clasp set with a leaf design
  • Length: app. 18.5” / 46.9 cm



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Tuesday, February 2, 2016

Mali Ebony Wood and Silver Earrings, Handmade Aqua Glass Tribal Beaded Dangle Jewelry


Filled with rustic, tribal beauty, the ELEMENTAL RHYTHM artisan earrings feature dark brown ebony wood beads inlaid with recycled silver metal, each individually handmade in Mali. Faceted aqua Czech glass, leafy pewter bead caps and sterling silver all complement the Mali beads perfectly. The unique, ethnic inspired earrings are genuine eye catchers and will be favorite to wear on laid back days when meeting friends for lunch or browsing the farmers market. Just imagine the compliments you’ll receive when wearing them! Created for the woman who loves one of a kind earrings, the ELEMENTAL RHYTHM earrings were carefully designed and handmade by Catherine of Shadow Dog Designs. 


  • Ebony and silver beads: app. 12 mm x 9 mm
  • Aqua Czech glass: app. 6 mm x 5 mm
  • Bead caps: leaf design; lead free
  • Metal: recycled silver, pewter and sterling silver
  • Earwires: sterling silver French hooks
  • Length: app. 1.75 / 4.4 cm measured from the top curve of the earwires



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