Wednesday, September 30, 2020

New October Handmade Shares

 




Just a reminder that the new October Handmade Shared linkup has been added to "Pages" just under "Home" that shows at the top left on each item page. I hope you'll participate!

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Autumn Bounty Fall Decor Decorative Throw Pillows 4 Sizes Polyester

Autumn Accent Pillows

If you decorate for the season, then this autumn throw pillow will make a perfect addition to your annual fall decor.

Nothing says autumn like falling leaves and  ripe pumpkins. Add a bit of pumpkin spice to your home with this original art autumn bounty square throw pillow.

The front says Autumn Bounty inside a frame of fall leaves and pumpkins, and the back side is an all over print with leaves.

  • 100% Polyester cover
  • Double sided print
  • Concealed zipper
  • Polyester pillow included

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Tuesday, September 29, 2020

Silver Mist Leaf Jasper Gemstone Necklace And Earrings, Light Moss Olive Green And Tan Necklace


 THE SINGING BEADER

In the necklace and earrings, the silver mist, also known as silver leaf jasper gemstones, are a light moss or olive green color with a matrix of tan colors. The faceted gemstones are beaded both horizontally and vertically giving the necklace a unique, asymmetrical look.

Between each of the silver mist jasper gemstones are two sizes of Swarovski crystals in gorgeous shades of light smoked topaz and luminous green. Both the crystals are bicone-shaped and have a Xilion finish. Xilion means they are cut with an increased number of facets that reflect more light. This effect makes them dazzle, especially in the sunlight. As you can see in the close-up photos, both of the crystal's colors complement the gemstones nicely.

Professional touches to the handmade necklace include 49 strands beading wire that is doubled crimped for durability, and silver-filled wire guardians added to prevent wire abrasion from the clasp attachment.

The necklace length is 21” with an additional 2” sterling silver extension chain. A 7 mm sterling silver spring-style clasp fastens the necklace.

The earrings measure 1 3/4” long. They consist of one gemstone, one light smoked topaz crystal, and three luminous green crystals. The earring eye pins and ear wires are sterling silver.

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Silver mist gemstone sizes approximately: 10 mm x 13 mm

Light smoked topaz bicone Swarovski crystals: 4 mm

Luminous green bicone Swarovski crystals: 3 mm

An organza pouch is included. Use it for gift-giving or to store the jewelry.

Packaged carefully for shipping with bubble wrap materials.

Shipped USPS First Class, insurance coverage included.

I loved making this jewelry and I hope you will enjoy wearing it or giving it as a gift for someone special. - The Singing Beader.

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Monday, September 28, 2020

Sugar Skulls Earrings, Day of the Dead Halloween Enamel Pearls Jewelry


handmade halloween day of the dead sugar skulls earrings

The "Calaveras de Colores" handmade earrings feature artisan enamel sugar skull dangles, teal freshwater pearls and Swarovski crystals - Day of the Dead jewelry for women.


Since the CALAVERAS DE COLORES sugar skull earrings are so colorful, you just have to smile every time you look at them! Perfect jewelry for Day of the Dead or Halloween, the one of a kind earrings feature individually artisan handmade enamel sugar skull charms with teal pearls and pink Swarovski crystals. The unique cut out Dia de los Muertos skull dangles started out as copper blanks. Shiny white enamel glass powder was fused onto the front with a butane torch.  A stencil and more enamel glass powder was used to form the colorful design.  As you can see the colors are gorgeous: teal green around the eyes, pink flowers on the forehead, under the eyes and on the chin and a yellow starburst just above each eye. The upper lip of the skulls has seven vertical lines. Because the sugar skulls were individually hand enameled, they are very similar but not exactly the same, as the photos will show. The back of the charms are finished in black enamel. Despite the larger size of these earrings, the unique flower earrings are lightweight to wear.  Because the sugar skull charms are the main focal of the earrings, simple embellishments were used. Just above each skull is a rich, glowing teal green freshwater potato pearl (“potato” meaning they aren’t perfectly round) capped by copper disc spacers. Depending on the angle of the light, the color of the pearls will shift to a more blue teal. To add sparkle, a faceted Swarovski crystal bicone in a color called “light rose” pink tops the earrings.  Carefully designed and handmade by Catherine of Shadow Dog Designs, the CALAVERAS DE COLORES lightweight dangle earrings are perfect jewelry accessories to add to your Halloween and Day of the Dead costume and festivities. AND they are GREAT for year round wear! “Calaveras de colores” is Spanish for “colorful skulls.” 




day of the dead sugar skulls earrings halloween gift for her

The colorful skull charms were individually artisan enameled - they are similar but also a bit different.




Here's the important information for the CALAVERAS DE COLORES sugar skull earrings:

  • Enamel sugar skulls:  app 35 mm x 25 mm at widest x 1.5 mm (1.4” x 1”); handmade by Pearly Karpel
  • Teal freshwater pearls:  app 10 mm 
  • Swarovski crystals:  faceted 4 mm “light rose” pink bicones
  • Metal:  copper and sterling silver
  • Earwires:  sterling silver French hooks with copper bead adornments
  • Length:  app. 3.0” / 7.6 cm measured from the top curve of the sterling earwires



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The "Calaveras de Colores" handmade sugar skull earrings shown with a dime for size comparison.





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Autumn Harvest Fall Home Decor Decorative Throw Pillows 4 Sizes Polyester

Autumn Accent Pillows

If you decorate for the season, then this autumn throw pillow will make a perfect addition to your annual fall décor.

Nothing says autumn like falling leaves and  ripe pumpkins. Add a bit of pumpkin spice to your home with this original art autumn harvest square throw pillow.

The front says Autumn Harvest inside a frame of fall leaves and pumpkins, and the back side is an all over print with leaves.

  • 100% Polyester cover
  • Double sided print
  • Concealed zipper
  • Polyester pillow included

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Manufacturing and shipping times may vary, so please allow 20 days or so to receive your pillow. If you have any questions, please feel free to email me and get an update on your order.

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 Mudslide Brown Handmade Lampwork Glass Beads Wrapped In Fine Silver 

 

Mudslide brown handmade lampwork glass beads wrapped in fine silver with a shiny glass bead finish.

 

  • One (1) handmade lampwork bead
  • Opaque mudslide brown
  • .999 Fine silver
  • Shiny bead finish

 

  • Measures: 10-11mm
  • Bead hole size: 2mm
  • Mandrel 1/16 mm

 

  • Lampwork glass beads by glass artisan Charlotte Hayes of Covergirlbeads
  • Member of Self Representing Artists SRA #H98
  • Made in the USA
  • Made in Texas
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Saturday, September 26, 2020

Pink Opal Sugar Skull Earrings, Day of the Dead Halloween Handmade Jewelry

 

pink opal and crystal sugar skull earrings halloween day of the dead

The glowing "Pink Sugar Skulls" handmade earrings feature Czech glass pink opal sugar skulls, Czech crystals and Swarovski crystals - Day of the Dead / Halloween jewelry for women.


Perfect for Day of the Dead (Dia de los Muertos) parties, Halloween wear - or for any time of the year you feel the need to wear skull jewelry, the handmade PINK SUGAR SKULLS earrings are very trendy and full of marvelous spooky fun! The glowing earrings feature two-sided Czech glass beads, Czech crystals and Swarovski crystals. The unique skull beads were created with a base of translucent pink opal glass that is positively radiant in the light. A delightful sugar skull design was impressed on both sides of the beads. For an aged, folk art look, a metallic copper Picasso finish was added to highlight the incredible details of the floral eyes, an inverted heart shaped nose, the grinning mouth and any other recessed areas of the skull beads. Since the sugar skull earrings are two sided, they look beautiful from any angle when worn.  All sugar skulls need a bit of sparkle so two types of crystals were used: clear Czech crystals and dark rose pink Swarovski crystals.  Found just above the sugar skulls are glittering clear Czech crystals set in copper rondelles. The seven clear crystals might be on the smaller side, but do they ever sparkle at each movement of the earrings! To add even more sparkle and a touch of lovely color to complement the pink opal glass of the skulls, a faceted Swarovski crystal bicone in a rich “dark rose” pink color is snugged into the top of each rondelle. Sterling silver French hook earwires with copper bead accents finish the earrings. The PINK SUGAR SKULLS earrings were carefully designed and handmade by Catherine of Shadow Dog Designs for the woman who wants to add ghoulishly fun jewelry to her unique Dia de los Muertos or Halloween skull collection. 



day of the dead sugar skull earrings

The Czech glass beads were created from pink opal glass with a sugar skull design and a metallic copper Picasso finish to bring out the details.



Here's the important information for the PINK SUGAR SKULLS earrings:

  • Pink opal Czech glass sugar skulls: app. 20 mm x 17 mm x 5 mm (0.78” x 0.67”); metallic copper Picasso finish
  • Clear Czech crystal rondelles: app. 7 mm x 3 mm
  • Swarovski crystals: faceted 6 mm “dark rose” pink bicones
  • Metal: copper and sterling silver
  • Earwires: sterling silver French hooks with copper bead accents
  • Length: app. 1.75” / 4.5 cm measured from the top curve of the earwires



day of the dead sugar skull jewelry

The "Pink Sugar Skulls" handmade earrings shown with a dime for size comparison.  





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Thursday, September 24, 2020

Apricot Orange Handmade Lampwork Glass Lentil Beads With Encased Raku And Wrapped In Fine Silver

 

Apricot Orange Handmade Lampwork Glass Lentil Beads With Encased Raku And Wrapped In Fine Silver

 

Opaque apricot orange handmade lampwork glass lentil beads with raku that is encased in transparent clear and wrapped in fine silver with a shiny glass bead finish.  Raku can create blues, creams, greens, pinks, purples, rust, tans, and brown colors.  Each handmade glass bead pattern is unique making each glass bead an original work of art.

 

  • Three (3) handmade lampwork lentil bead set
  • Opaque apricot orange, clear with raku frit glass
  • .999 Fine silver
  • Shiny bead finish

 

  • Measures: app 15-17mm
  • Bead hole size: 2mm
  • Mandrel 1/16 mm

 

  • Lampwork glass beads by glass artisan Charlotte Hayes of Covergirlbeads
  • Member of Self Representing Artists SRA #H98
  • Made in the USA
  • Made in Texas
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Wednesday, September 23, 2020

Baby Hat, Hand knit and crocheted,

 

Baby Hat, Hand knit and crocheted,

Your choice of One. Free shipping. Made in America

 Baby Hat, hand knit and crocheted. Choice of one

 

Hand knit and crocheted baby hat. Acrylic yarn.

 

Your choice of one. Please specify # at checkout.

#1 Ivory with orange ruffle

#2 White with yellow ruffle

#3 Orange with ivory ruffle

 

Made in America.Free shipping.

 

My doll head suffered an injury so excuse the bandaid.

 

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Tuesday, September 22, 2020

Turtle Bath mit Turtle Bath mit Turtle Bath mit Turtle Bath Mit, Crocheted, Cotton, ready to ship, Free shipping

 

Turtle Bath Mit, Crocheted, Cotton, ready to ship, Free shipping

 

Here's a cute turtle bath mit. Crocheted from 100% cotton.

 

9" from head to tail. Body is 7.5" wide.

 

Cute gift for the youngters!

 

Free shipping

 

If you'd like to crochet your own, the pattern is available here:

https://www.christiecottage.net/product/turtle-bath-mitt-crochet-pattern-009-pdf?tid=49

 


 

 

6 Halloween Teddy Bear Round Pin Buttons for Teachers Trick or Treat Gifts

Student Gift or Trick or Treat Pin Buttons for Halloween

Need something fun for your students? Hosting a Trick or Treat party and need party favors? Maybe you want to add a lot of buttons to your costume when you trick or treat or on your work vest during Halloween.

No matter when you need a trick or treat button, these colorful and delightful teddy bears are ready to make people smile. Pin to your purse, backpack, vest or hand out at Halloween parties.

  • Set of 6
  • Original art not found anywhere else
  • 1.25 inches round with mylar cover
  • Handmade 
  • Pinback

I designed each of the images and then created the buttons by hand.
They are covered with mylar for a smooth, durable and easy-to-clean surface. They are set in a metal bezel and a plastic pinback has been added. 33mm around.

Also available as magnets, badge reels, pushpins and keyrings. If you have a design request or need more than I offer, please ask about custom buttons and wholesale.

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Festive Fiesta Green And Black Lampwork Bracelet

 

 Festive Fiesta Green And Black Lampwork Bracelet

 

You'll feel like joining in the festivities when you wear this fun Festive Fiesta lampwork bracelet. It features colorful aartisan handmade lampwork beads with lime and black jet saucers beads among plenty of sterling silver beads and toggle clasp.  It is full of life, love and cheer!  

 

  • Black, green, lime and white handmade lampwork beads:  app 10x15mm, artisan handmade by me
  • Black and lime jet glass saucer beads:  app 7mm
  • Sterling silver beads and toggle clasp
  • Length app 7-1/2"

 

  • Artisan Handmade Jewelry by Charlotte Hayes of Covergirlbeads
  • Member of Self Representing Artists SRA #H98
  • Made in the USA
  • Made in Texas
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Monday, September 21, 2020

Leaf Earrings, Boho Orange Red Purple Gold Lampwork Handmade Jewelry


handmade leaf earrings in autumn colors

The fiery "Autumn Flames" handmade boho earrings feature artisan polymer clay leaves, artisan lampwork glass beads and Swarovski crystals - gorgeous leaf jewelry for women.


Gorgeous in all their intense fall colors, the AUTUMN FLAMES one of a kind earrings imparts a colorful boho style. The beautiful jewelry was handmade with artisan leaves, artisan lampwork glass beads, copper and sterling silver. The eye-catching leaves were individually handmade from polymer clay, an artist's clay that is light in weight but very durable. The leaves have amazing ruffled detail and are narrower at the tops and wider at the somewhat wavy bottoms. Handpainted, the leaves are a fiery blend of orange, red and purple with metallic gold trim at the bottom and two curving lines of turquoise running from top to bottom. The back side of the leaves are painted with a metallic lavender purple color with subtle sparkles. To perfectly complement the colors of the leaves, lampwork glass beads and Swarovski crystals were stacked above. The lampwork beads were individually created from red glass with a dark blue/purple band around the middle. The finish is very high gloss so the beads have a wonderful shine. Separated by two flower shaped copper spacers, a sparkling dark purple faceted Swarovski crystal bicone sits on top of each lampwork bead. The color, called “purple velvet,” is a rich, regal shade of dark translucent purple. A small copper bead caps the Swarovski crystals. To add even more sparkle, a small purple velvet crystal was added to each sterling silver French hook earwire for a lovely finish to the design. Carefully designed and handmade by Catherine of Shadow Dog Designs, the AUTUMN FLAMES earrings were created for the woman who loves a colorful boho look in lightweight to wear jewelry.


orange red purple gold turquoise leaf jewelry lampwork crystals

The beautiful "Autumn Flames" leaf earrings shown hanging.



Here's the important information for the AUTUMN FLAMES earrings: 

  • Hand painted polymer clay leaves: app. 28 mm x 22 mm, at widest (1.1” x 0.87”) artisan handmade by Susana Paredes
  • Lampwork glass beads: app. 12 mm x 8 mm (0.47” x 0.31”); artisan handmade
  • Swarovski crystals: faceted 6 mm and 4 mm “purple velvet” bicones
  • Metal: copper and sterling silver
  • Earwires: sterling silver French hooks with Swarovski crystal accents
  • Length: app. 2.25” / 5.7 cm measured from the top curve of the sterling earwires


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The "Autumn Flames" leaf earrings shown with a dime for size comparison.






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Multicolored Charm Bracelet, Glass Silver Dipped Bead Tips, Adjustable


 THE SINGING BEADER

The multicolored glass beads in this charm bracelet are as unique as they are beautiful. They have an oval, baroque shape. There are many different translucent colors in this bracelet, including red, aqua-blue, topaz, green, and lilac. Each colorful bead tip is dipped half way in an amazing, glowing silver finish. To accent the beads, I added polished silver plated heishe rondell beads. The sturdy cable chain and lobster clasp are also silver plated.

The charm bracelet is adjustable up to 9 inches, considered an extra-large size. If you like it but you think it will be too big, contact me to discuss shortening the length.




The glass beads measure 8 mm x 10 mm.

See all 10 photos showing details, including the size of the beads compared to a dime, a ruler, and in a model's hand.

A beautiful multicolored charm bracelet that can be worn with most anything.

Packaged for shipping with bubble wrap materials.

Shipped USPS First Class.


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Ducks, leaves Pincushions

 Fun pincushions for the seamstress


Pincushion, Handmade, Hand stitched, Duck or oak leaves


Duck pincushion,.handmade, hand stitched

..Oak leaves pincushion, handmade, hand stitched

 Oak leaf Pincushion, Handmade, Hand Sticthed

 Duck pincushion, Handmade, hand stitched

 

Appliqued Pincushion, Your choice of one 

Duck, Oak Leaves

 

 

Handmade, hand stitched and appliqued pincushion. Black heavy fleece with felt applique. Blanket stitched edges. Polyfill stuffing

 

Your choice of one. Please specify when checking out.

A = duck  4.5" x3.5"

B = oak leaves 4.5" x 3.75"

C = Orange oak leaf 4.5" x 3.5"

D = duck 4" x3.25"

Great gift for a seamstress. Fancy stickpins are not included.

 

 

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Sunday, September 20, 2020

6 Halloween Pumpkin Round Pin Buttons for Teachers Trick or Treat Gifts

Student Gift or Trick or Treat Pin Buttons for Halloween

Need something fun for your students? Hosting a Trick or Treat party and need party favors? Maybe you want to add a lot of buttons to your costume when you trick or treat or on your work vest during Halloween.

No matter when you need a trick or treat button, these colorful and delightful Halloween pumpkins buttons are ready to make people smile. Pin to your purse, backpack, vest or hand out at Halloween parties.

  • Set of 6
  • Original art not found anywhere else
  • 1.25 inches round with mylar cover
  • Handmade 
  • Pinback

I designed each of the images and then created the buttons by hand.
They are covered with mylar for a smooth, durable and easy-to-clean surface. They are set in a metal bezel and a plastic pinback has been added. 33mm around.

Also available as magnets, badge reels, pushpins and keyrings. If you have a design request or need more than I offer, please ask about custom buttons and wholesale.

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Etched Green Purse Charm With Handmade Lampwork Beads

  Etched Green Purse Charm With Handmade Lampwork Beads

 

Feminine etched green purse charm with handmade lampwork beads, Swarovski crystals and silvertone base metal findings. Comes with cell phone lanyard, key chain and lobster clasp.

 

  • Etched green handmade lampwork nugget bead:  app 16mm, artisan handmade by me
  • Swarovski crystal bicone beads
  • Silvertone base metal beads, findings, key ring, cell phone lanyard
  • Length app 3-1/2" excluding cell phone lanyard

 

  • Artisan Handmade Jewelry by Charlotte Hayes of Covergirlbeads
  • Member of Self Representing Artists SRA #H98
  • Made in the USA
  • Made in Texas
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Lobster clasp is removable creating a multi use pendant.  This allows it to be used as a purse charm, belt charm, backpack charm, notebook charm, tote bag charm, zipper pull, etc.

 

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Friday, September 18, 2020

Intense Blue Handmade Lampwork Glass Lentil Bead Set

 Intense Blue Handmade Lampwork Glass Lentil Bead Set 

 

Intense blue handmade lampwork glass lentil bead set with silver leaf and silvered ivory with a shiny bead finish.  The silver leaf and silvered ivory patterns are unique making each handmade bead an original work of art - extra silver plate beads not included.

 

  • Nine (9) handmade lampwork lentil bead set
  • Intense blue, silver leaf, silvered ivory
  • Shiny bead finish

 

  • Measures: app (2)14-15mm and (7)16-17mm
  • Bead hole size: 2.5mm
  • Mandrel 3/32 mm

 

  • Lampwork glass beads by glass artisan Charlotte Hayes of Covergirlbeads
  • Member of Self Representing Artists SRA #H98
  • Made in the USA
  • Made in Texas
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6 Halloween Kids Round Pin Buttons for Teachers Trick or Treat Gifts

Student Gift or Trick or Treat Pin Buttons for Halloween

Need something fun for your students? Hosting a Trick or Treat party and need party favors? Maybe you want to add a lot of buttons to your costume when you trick or treat or on your work vest during Halloween.

No matter when you need a trick or treat button, these colorful and delightful Halloween pumpkins buttons are ready to make people smile. Pin to your purse, backpack, vest or hand out at Halloween parties.

  • Set of 6
  • Original art not found anywhere else
  • 1.25 inches round with mylar cover
  • Handmade 
  • Pinback

I designed each of the images and then created the buttons by hand.
They are covered with mylar for a smooth, durable and easy-to-clean surface. They are set in a metal bezel and a plastic pinback has been added. 33mm around.

Also available as magnets, badge reels, pushpins and keyrings. If you have a design request or need more than I offer, please ask about custom buttons and wholesale.

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Wednesday, September 16, 2020

Black Cat Moon Halloween Earrings, Abalone Crystals Handmade Jewelry

 

vintage look handmade black cat halloween earrings abalone shell

The "Black Cats Under Full Moons" handmade earrings feature artisan black cat copper dangles, abalone shell coins and Swarovski crystals - unique Halloween jewelry for women.


If you are looking for a fun pair of black cat Halloween earrings, look no farther than these jewelry beauties! The one of a kind BLACK CATS UNDER FULL MOONS handmade earrings with a vintage feel feature artisan made black cat copper dangles, glowing abalone shell (to represent a full moon) and sparkling Swarovski crystals. The eye catching black cat dangles look as if they were upcycled from old cookie or tea tins, but they were individually hand cut, filed and sanded from modern copper. To add even more of a rustic look, the edges of the charms were purposefully left with file marks, but, rest assured, the edges are silky smooth. A black cat with an arched back is found on each charm, a mirror image of each other. The Halloween cats are highlighted by a shaded creamy yellow “halo” against a rich dark blue sky. The yellow eyes of the cat are easily seen against the jet black of the hair.  Since the dangles were individually handmade, there are slight differences which add wonderful antique vibes.  Because the cat charms are made from copper, the earrings are very lightweight to wear.  Each black cat is under a “moon,” represented by iridescent, color shifting abalone shell coins. Abalone is a type of sea snail that has been prized through centuries for its meat and for its glowing shell composed of nacre (mother of pearl). As you can see in the photos, the colors of the abalone shell range from a pale ivory color though pale pinks, blue and lavenders, all very muted but beautiful. Both shell coins have natural lines running through them, adding even more interest. The coins are two sided but the side that matches the cats better were wire wrapped tightly and glued to stay in front. To represent a star above each abalone moon, a faceted color-shifting “crystal paradise shine” Swarovski crystal bicone was used. The crystals have a multicolor metallic coating that radiates pale shades of purple, blue and green as the angle of the light shifts. A perfect complement! Carefully designed and handmade by Catherine of Shadow Dog Designs, the BLACK CATS UNDER FULL MOONS were created for the woman who adores unique, one of a kind Halloween jewelry, especially earrings with black cats!



black cat halloween earrings gift for women

The black cat Halloween earrings shown hanging (the wind was blowing so they aren't hanging straight).




Here's the important information for the BLACK CATS UNDER FULL MOONS Halloween earrings:

  • Black cat copper dangles: app. 20 mm x 19 mm x 1.5 mm (0.79” x 0.75”); artisan handmade by Helena Benkoczka
  • Abalone coins: app. App 12 mm (0,47”)
  • Swarovski crystals: faceted 6 mm “crystal paradise shine” bicones
  • Metal: copper and sterling silver
  • Earwires: sterling silver French hooks with copper bead accents
  • Length: app. 2.5” / 6.4 cm measured from the top curve of the earwires



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The "Black Cats Under Full Moons" earrings shown with a dime for size comparison.





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4 Halloween Witches Round Pin Buttons for Teachers Trick or Treat Gifts

Student Gift or Trick or Treat Pin Buttons for Halloween

Need something fun for your students? Hosting a Trick or Treat party and need party favors? Maybe you want to add a lot of buttons to your costume when you trick or treat or on your work vest during Halloween.

No matter when you need a trick or treat button, these colorful and delightful Halloween witch buttons are ready to make people smile. Pin to your purse, backpack, vest or hand out at Halloween parties.

  • Set of 4
  • Original art not found anywhere else
  • 1.25 inches round with mylar cover
  • Handmade 
  • Pinback

I designed each of the images and then created the buttons by hand.
They are covered with mylar for a smooth, durable and easy-to-clean surface. They are set in a metal bezel and a plastic pinback has been added. 33mm around.

Also available as magnets, badge reels, pushpins and keyrings. If you have a design request or need more than I offer, please ask about custom buttons and wholesale.

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Tuesday, September 15, 2020

Dark Gray Handmade Lampwork Glass Beads Wrapped In Fine Silver

 Dark Gray Handmade Lampwork Glass Beads Wrapped In Fine Silver

 

Shiny opaque dark gray handmade lampwork glass beads wrapped in fine silver with a glossy bead finish.

 

  • One (1) handmade lampwork bead
  • Opaque dark gray
  • .999 Fine silver
  • Shiny bead finish

 

  • Measures: 10-11mm
  • Bead hole size: 2mm
  • Mandrel 1/16 mm

 

  • Lampwork glass beads by glass artisan Charlotte Hayes of Covergirlbeads
  • Member of Self Representing Artists SRA #H98
  • Made in the USA
  • Made in Texas
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Monday, September 14, 2020


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This bracelet has Czech glass black round faceted beads and marbled burnt orange with black round beads. Both beads have a shiny, polished finish. The black faceted glass beads are 8 mm and the marbled burnt orange and black beads are 6 mm. The bracelet is 8” long, considered a size large. The bracelet fastens easily with a copper-plated toggle clasp.

The burnt orange Czech glass marble beads are quite unique and not something you usually see. It was fun to make a bracelet with these.

The colors are just right for the fall season or to wear on Halloween, if you just want to wear something orange and black.



See all 10 photos showing details. Photo 4 shows bracelet with a ruler. Other photos show a close-up of the black and burnt orange marble beads, and the copper toggle clasp.

Included is an organza gift pouch for gift-giving or to use for storing the bracelet.


Packaged securely for shipping with bubble wrap materials.

Shipped USPS First Class. Please read my policies for more information.


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