Vintage Flower Pendant Amber Necklace, Turquoise Handmade Jewelry Gift

The "Flower and Sunshine" handmade necklace features a vintage brass flower pendant, gorgeous amber and earthy turquoise - unique jewelry gift for her.

The big and bold FLOWER AND SUNSHINE handmade necklace is truly an eye catcher - a special piece of jewelry that seems to capture sunlight. Created with a unique vintage brass flower pendant focal, the one of a kind necklace also includes golden pyramid shaped pressed amber, turquoise and copper. The pendant was made in India out of solid brass and was used for trade in Africa (it was collected in Ghana). In the center of the glowing pendant is an encircled, multi-petaled flower raised against the background. It is surrounded by raised dots, adding wonderful texture to the pendant design. The raised areas are polished while the recessed areas have a darker patina to bring out the lovely details of the pendant. The back of the pendant is smooth and  slightly concave.  

The pressed amber making up the main body of the necklace is real amber, but not natural amber since it was melted and then pressed (reformed) into unique pyramid shaped beads, flat on the bottom and pointed at the top with three sides. Two colors of translucent amber were used: the majority is a glowing golden color but flecks here and there of a dark brown amber were also included. Air bubbles were injected when the amber was still warm; once the amber solidified, the bubbles were trapped. Because of the bubbles, the pressed amber glistens as the light refracts when passing through each piece. There is a constant sparkle as the angle of the light changes, each piece of amber is different with the amount and placement of the air bubbles. To perfectly highlight the amber, genuine turquoise rondelles were placed between each piece of amber. The earthy colors of the turquoise range from a turquoise blue through greens, beiges and dark brown, many rondelles having more than one color. A patterned copper toggle clasp securely fastens the necklace. Carefully designed and handmade by Catherine of Shadow Dog Designs, the FLOWER AND SUNSHINE necklace will radiate goodness each and every time it is worn and will quickly become a favorite for the woman who is lucky enough to own the beauty.

Bold vintage brass flower pendant, amber and turquoise handmade necklace.

Here's the important information for the unique FLOWER AND SUNSHINE necklace:

• Vintage solid brass flower pendant: app. 75 mm with bail x 64 mm (3.0” x 2.5”)
• Pressed amber pyramids: app. 20 mm x 15 mm at the widest (0.8” x 0.6”)
• Real turquoise rondelles: app. 6 mm x 4 mm
• Metal: copper
• Clasp: pure copper patterned toggle clasp set
• Length: app. 19” / 48.3 cm
• Pendant drop: app. 3” / 7.6 cm

The "Flower and Sunshine" one of a kind necklace shown on a jewelry bust.

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Chunky Tribal Necklace, Vintage Resin Bone Howlite Handmade Jewelry

The "Tribal Adventure" handmade necklace feature vintage resin beads, African batik bone beads and turquoise howlite - unique jewelry for women.

Filled with fabulous ethnic boho vibes, the chunky TRIBAL ADVENTURE necklace definitely makes a unique eye catching statement whenever worn (which will be often!). The one of a kind necklace features three vintage rondelle shaped black and white striped resin beads, black and white African batik horn beads and turquoise howlite gemstones. The three striped focal beads were upcycled from a vintage necklace and mimic African batik beads. Created from man made resin, they are in excellent shape and show very little wear and sport a high gloss finish.  To perfectly highlight the vintage resin beads, six fair trade batik bone beads were used, each individually handmade by members of an African artists co-op in Ghana. They are black with white accents and hints of dark brown. The batik beads are a unique shape: roundish but with three large “facets” cut on each end adding wonderful eye interest and texture. Beautiful turquoise howlite gemstone rounds separated the vintage beads and batik beads. Howlite is naturally and off white stone with gray to black matix. Since howlite takes a dye easily, it can be found in a wide variety of colors, such as these soft turquoise colored beauties. Carefully designed and handmade by Catherine of Shadow Dog Designs, the TRIBAL ADVENTURE necklace is perfect jewelry for the woman who adores ethnic inspired jewelry and loves to wear one of a kind designs.

Three vintage resin black and white striped rondelles beads are beautiful focals for the necklace.

Here is the important information for the TRIBAL ADVENTURE tribal inspired necklace:

• Vintage resin black ad white beads:  app. 30 mm x 18 mm
• Black and white batik bone beads:  app. 18 mm x 16 mm
• Turquoise howlite rounds:  app. 10 mm
• Metal:  copper
• Clasp:  patterned copper toggle clasp set
• Length:  app. 19” /  48.3 cm

The "Tribal Adventure" handmade boho necklace shown on a jewelry bust.

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Mixed Metal Polymer Clay Earrings, Lightweight Boho Handmade Jewelry

The "Rustica" earrings feature artisan handmade polymer clay dangles with a rustic vibe, vintage pipestone beads and Swarovski crystals - lightweight jewelry for women.

Big and bold with a breathtaking mixed metal metallic sheen, the unique RUSTICA handmade earrings will definitely add a large dose of boho dazzle to your earlobes! The rustic, one of a kind earrings feature lightweight artisan dangles. They were individually created from black polymer clay, hand etched and then hand painted with shimmering gold and copper metallic acrylic pigments that highlight the etching. For a fun look, the dangles are similar in design but are also uniquely different, as you can see in the photos.  Wire wrapped above each polymer clay dangle are two vintage pipestone bauxite heishe beads from Ghana. The rustic, hand cut pipestone beads have such a wonderful earthy color, mostly brick red but with some creamy beige. Perched on top of the vintage beads is a single jet black swarovski crystals separated by a copper disc spacer. A perfect jewelry gift idea for the woman who appreciates wearable art and loves a boho look, the unique, lightweight RUSTICA artisan earrings were carefully designed and handmade by Catherine of Shadow Dog Designs.

The rustic dangles were created from black polymer clay, hand etched and then painted with shimmering gold and copper pigments.

Here is the important information for the RUSTICA earrings:

• Gold and copper polymer clay dangles: app. 42 mm x 20 mm (at widest); handmade by Pati Bannister
• Vintage pipestone bauxite heishe beads: app. 7 mm x 5 mm
• Swarovski crystals: faceted 4 mm jet black bicones
• Metal: copper and sterling silver
• Earwires: sterling silver French hooks with copper bead accents
• Length: app. 3” / 7.6 cm measured from the top curve of the earwires

The "Rustica" handmade earrings shown with a dime for size comparison.

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Mother’s Day Countdown 2019 Week 3

Week 3 of the Mother's Day Countdown, hosted by Julie and the Hurricane, is posted.  Here's the link:

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Vintage Kuchi Coin Necklace, Red Coral Afghan Tribal Handmade Jewelry

The "Traveler" handmade necklace features a vintage Kuchi coin pendant from Afghanistan and red coral.

For thousands of years coins have been used the world over to show wealth by decorating clothing and being worn as jewelry and other adornments. The unique TRAVELER handmade necklace features a vintage mixed metal and opaque red glass Kuchi coin pendant handcrafted in Afghanistan. Just imagine the artist who originally fashioned the tribal pendant. How many hands did the pendant have to pass through and the distance it had to travel to end up as the beautiful focal on this particular necklace! To perfectly highlight the Kuchi pendant, red coral oval shaped beads were used, along with pewter hexagon beads and sterling silver. Created for the woman who adores wearing unique ethnic inspired jewelry, the one of a kind TRAVELER necklace was carefully designed and handmade by Catherine of Shadow Dog Designs.

The front side of the vintage Kuchi coin pendant is set with a piece of oval red glass that resembles red coral.

Like all tribal jewelry, Kuchi jewelry is rich with the influences of many cultures. Beautiful pieces with colorful glass jewels, the jewelry originally was crafted by nomadic Pashtoon tribes that, according to the seasons, wandered the border areas of Afghanistan and Pakistan along ancient routes. The word “Kuchi” itself is derived from a Persian word meaning “migration,” referring to nomads or gypsies and does not describe a particular people.

The backside of the vintage Kuchi coin pendant from Afghanistan.

Here is the important information for the TRAVELER handmade necklace:

• Vintage Kuchi coin pendant: app. 42 mm (including the bail) x 31 mm x 4 mm
• Red coral oval beads: app. 10 mm x 8 mm
• Lead free hexagon beads: app. 5 mm x 3 mm
• Metal: Afghan silver and brass (coin), lead free pewter and sterling silver
• Clasp: sterling silver hook clasp set
• Length: app. 18.5” / 47.0 cm
• Pendant drop: app. 1.75” / 4.5 cm

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Butterfly and Red Rose Dangle Earrings, Living Coral Handmade Jewelry Gift

The "Butterfly Waltz" handmade earrings feature faux tin copper butterfly and red rose charms and living coral Czech glass discs.

The exquisite BUTTERFLY WALTZ handmade earrings look like a step back in time with their vintage inspired beauty. The one of a kind earrings feature artisan made butterfly and red rose copper charms complemented perfectly by Czech glass discs in the trendy Pantone color “living coral.” The unique charms look like they were cut from old cookie or tea tins. But they only mimic vintage tins since they were hand cut, filed and sanded from modern copper. A permanent metal transfer was then applied: a lovely black, purple and white butterfly looking like it’s going to waltz across a coral red rose looking for nectar. Because the charms were individually handmade, they are very similar, but, if you look closely, you can see a bit of a difference. The back of the charms are glowing copper which will gradually gain a patina over time. Since the charms are made from copper, the earrings are very lightweight to wear.

The "Butterfly Waltz" handmade earrings shown hanging - such vintage inspired beauties!

To add a simple finishing touch, three Czech glass discs were stacked above the charms. As was mentioned above, the color is called “living coral, the Pantone color of the year. The pairing of the charms with Czech discs add simple elegance to the overall design. Sterling silver French hooks with copper bead accents finish the earrings perfectly. Carefully designed and handmade, the BUTTERFLY WALTZ earrings are a perfect gift idea for a loved one for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day or “just because.”

The "Butterfly Waltz" handmade earrings shown with a dime for size comparison.

Here is the important information for the BUTTERFLY WALTZ handmade earrings:

• Butterfly and rose charms: app. 20 mm x 20 mm x 1.5 mm; artisan created by Helena Benkoczka
• Czech glass discs: app. 6 mm x 3 mm
• Metal: copper and sterling silver
• Earwires: sterling silver French hooks with copper bead accents
• Length: app. 2” / 5.1 cm measured from the top curve of the earwires

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St Francis Necklace, Vintage Deer Dove Amethyst Catholic Jewelry Gift

St. Francis Necklace with a Vintage Pewter St. Francis, Deer and Dove of Peace Pendant 

The patron saint of animals and the environment, St. Francis is probably one of the most venerated and beloved religious figures. To honor the saint, the exquisite INSTRUMENT OF YOUR PEACE necklace was created to emphasizes his compassion for animals. The one of a kind necklace features a vintage St. Francis pendant with a rustic patina. A deer and a dove of peace are also found. To complement the pendant, beautiful purple amethyst “dog bone” shaped gemstone beads and glowing small button peacock pearls were used, along with sterling silver. A meaningful jewelry gift for the woman, Catholic or not, who loves animals and who is concerned about animal welfare and the environment, the INSTRUMENT OF YOUR PEACE necklace was carefully designed and handmade by Catherine of Shadow Dog Designs.

The "Instrument of Your Peace" St. Francis necklace shown on a jewelry bust

The meaningful INSTRUMENT OF YOUR PEACE St. Francis necklace was named after his “Peace Prayer.” Here is the first part of the beautiful prayer:

Lord, make me an instrument of your peace:

where there is hatred, let me sow love;

where there is injury, pardon;

where there is doubt, faith;

where there is despair, hope;

where there is darkness, light;

where there is sadness, joy.

Beautiful dog bone shaped amethyst gemstones and peacock button pearls complement the St. Francis pendant perfectly

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Coin Jewelry Gifts Vintage to Present Day Handmade

Looking for that special gift, check out this Coin Jewelry studio by DianesDangles.  Many coins are vintage, and some are present day coins made into beautiful jewelry pieces using 14 kt gold filled. Coins from around the world: United States, Italy, Japan, Israel, Cayman Islands and many more.

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Indian Head Coin Vintage Earrings 14 kt gold filled

A unique bezel design handcrafted with 14 kt gold filled encircles these vintage Indian head penny coins. Length of earrings are about 1.25 inch and come with extra large 14kt gold filled ear nuts and ball posts.

Produced by the United States Mint from 1859 to 1909. The coin design started as a family sketch that then turned into an engraving for the US mint. The model for the design on this coin was Sarah Longacre who was of mixed descent, Dutch & Cherokee. The coin represents unity and the merger of the two races.

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