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To see more of Dinah's creations please visit this link
CAPRICIOUS CROWNS & JEWELS
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The winning name for Dinah's necklace is:
THE SPICE ROUTE
and the person who submitted that name is SHERI WEISS. Congrats Sheri!!
What a stunning necklace to wear that has some interesting stones. The six agate donuts have been linked with 18gauge Sterling silver bands and show Chinese Jade on the Carnelian donuts and Serpentine on the lime green. Two carved agate leaves hang from three Serpentine beads, with Laboradite beads on either side. The rough tumbled stones are separated on one side with the round Garnets, and irregular shaped Garnets on the other. The Sterling silver hand formed clasp has Laboradite chips and beads at the end. This measures 23" long.
Dinah Hoyt Taylor
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DINAH HOYT TAYLOR
(and Harry)
Dinah says "I love all aspects of jewelry - working in Sterling Copper and Brass, I love the designing, forming, soldering and wearing of it all!.. My wish is that it makes people feel special when they wear one of my pieces. Oddly enough, I get my best inspiration from working with my horse, and being outside - it's my world at it's natural best."
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You can enjoy Jan's creations at this link:
JAN'S ARTISAN JEWELRY
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The winning name for Jan's bracelet is:
PINATA
and the winner is NICOLE GOODWIN! Congrats Nicole.
Jan's gorgeous bracelet consists of lots of art glass beads, cloisonne, millefiori, glass leaves, filigree bead caps and more! Measures 7-1/2 inches long w/lobster claw closure.
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JAN COX
"Jan specializes in artisan jewelry featuring glass and lamp work beads. Most of her custom orders are for bracelets. She and partner Bob Brown are co-owners of Aged and Opulent Jewelry and she sells on Ruby Lane under Edgewater Vintage Jewels."
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Check out Dotty's lovely creations at this link:
ORIGINAL JEWELRY BY DOROTHEA
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The name Dotty chose was REMEMBRANCE
and the winner is:
ELIZABETH WATSON. Congrats!
Beautiful Medieval style necklace has an 18mm long artglass cabochon in a bright, yellowy topaz color with a rayed pattern deep within and set on an antiqued brass filigree. The pendant is suspended from a chain of lightly faceted topaz glass beads and 9 mm metal rose beads. The design was based on a portrait from the year 1490.
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DOTTY STRINGFIELD
"Dotty specializes in Renaissance Jewelry by Dorothea for costumes, stage and weddings"
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Follow the link to see more of Rosie's delightful artisan jewelry
FROZEN in TIME-VIEW FROM a KALEIDOSCOPE
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The name Rosie chose was:
NOTEWORTHY JEWELS
and the winner is DINAH HOYT TAYLOR. Congrats!
Very nice set of six Greeting Cards, each with a picture of a piece of DeLizza & Elster Juliana jewelry, and each with a colorful Swarovski glass rhinestone.
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ROSIE DYER
"I like to say my copyrighted “Frozen in Time, Views From Inside a Kaleidoscope” Jewels were born of three passions…jewelry, photography and kaleidoscopes.
I have over 200 different designs, and don’t ask my why, but I’ve named every last one of them! Crazy huh?
From the time I was a little girl I had a fascination with kaleidoscopes. Surely this is what heaven must looks like! Each turn of its’ wheel brought more delight. Do you have a place where you go and feel completely at peace? For me, it is peering inside the eye of a kaleidoscope. It was also at that young age that I received an aurora borealis glass bead coil bracelet from my Godmother for Christmas. It was then that I knew I loved brilliant color and sparkles.
It is with great pride that I now share these one of a kind, little bits of heaven with you."
“Frozen in Time, View From Inside a Kaleidoscope”, born the summer of 2007.
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Enjoy more of Deborah's artisan jewely at this link
RED ART PRODUCTIONS
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The name chosen was:
THE CRIMSON COUNTESS
and the winner is KATHLEEN BERMAN..Congrats!
For this awesome Necklace Deb used vintage Czech glass jewel in Siam red, wrapped it in a
filigree, and attached it to a filigree, then backed it with another so the back surface is smooth, vintage rhinestone beadballs in Siam,
and peanut chain. All the metal components are in antiqued (solid)
brass. Finishes with a simple S clasp. Length abouth 16 inches, can be
adjusted easily.
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DEBORAH AHRENDT
"I am retired from my first career of medicine, and am free to indulge myself in whatever creative process the stars inspire. I live out in the country in East Texas on a small ranch and currently spend my days taking care of my 13 cats, 2 dogs, random wildlife that strays up, and making jewelry. I started out loving glass, which led to beads, which led to an extensive collection of vintage components. Most of my projects are inspired by vintage costume jewelry (Thanks, Mom!), of which I have a small collection (mostly cameos, charm bracelets, and enamel).
My creative side has always been important, and have knitted, crocheted, macraméd, decoupaged, painted, sewn and quilted, sketched, photographed, tiled, painted porcelain, worked in ceramics, done a little calligraphy, and attempted a few graphic designs. I strung my first necklace when all I could afford was wood and seashells, and have innundated my family with my jewelry ever since."
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To see Betsy's lovely Artisan jewelry please use this link
CHRISTIAN RIDGE COLLECTIBLES
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The name chosen was:
CIAO,BELLA
and the winner is GEORJEAN WEST. Congrats!
Beautiful necklace consisting of beads made in Italy in 1958, the smaller ones are modern Czech and the metal spacers and toggle clasp are solid copper. The length is about 21” long.
You really need to click on the picture to get a close up view of these amazing glass beads!
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BETSY KEEP
"As a child, I had no jewelry because of my Mom’s beliefs but, as an adult I have made up for it! I started making jewelry 30 years ago when I worked in a bead shop. I am almost neurotic about throwing anything away so recycle any good beads. I love all the wonderful glass beads made in the 40’s and 50’s and use loads of it. I use Swarovski and Czech modern beads just for the sparkle but prefer the vintage crystal. The only materials I use from China are fresh water pearls which Lilly, the boss boxer, thinks are especially yummy. I like to think I am making tomorrow’s heirlooms today."
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Check out Ronda's Etsy site where she has some of her fabulous creations
GREAT BARBARIAN VINTAGE REINVENTED
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The name chosen was:
TIDE POOL-KEY WEST
and the winner is ANNE MORRISSEY. Congrats!
Nifty goldtone (electroplated) vintage ring with applied unfoiled rhinestones in green and blue tones. Epoxy creates the wavy lines - I like the effect and I'm going to do more of the same! Ring size: 4 1/4 - fits a pinkie.
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RONDA ALLMAN
Greetings from Rondar the Barbarian! I have a lot of experience in graphic design, painting, art, and vintage costume jewelry. So I've combined some of these to create and reinvent costume jewelry using the bits and pieces of vintage I find. It's exciting and fun for me and I hope my creations are for you too.
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To see more of Nancy's wonderful works of art please visit this link
HOPPERSBAZAAR
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The name chosen was:
JEWEL NEST
and the winner is DEBORAH AHRENDT. Congrats!
Lovely vintage Jewelry Box hand painted with a hummingbird and flowers..A perfect place to store all your jewelry treasures. It's 8 1/2" x 6 1/2" with burgundy velvet inside. The whole outside was painted and after the design a sealing clear coat was added.
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NANCY HOPPER-CADY
Nancy says "I have alway found it hard to discard old bits and pieces of jewelry.Creating a new, in style piece,from vintage components,was the perfect way to blend the two together. Each piece is one of a kind,and of course a little (or a lot) of glitz is a must for todays wardrobe!
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To enjoy more of Vera's creations please see her shop on Etsy:
GetGlam on Etsy
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The name chosen was:
FLORA NOVA
and the winner is ELIZABETH WATSON. Congrats!
"Cultured Pearls Flower Pendant with Lemon Citrine and Keshi Pearls center
*This beautiful three dimensional pendant or enhancer flower has large Stick Biwa Pearls petals and small Keshi pearls center crowned by a full marquise cut Lemon Citrine.
All pearls are cultured. This shade of Citrine is known as Green Gold (Ouro Verde) and is mined in Brazil.
Findings are 14k Gold Filled and are all hand made. Large open bail for flexibility on the types of necklaces it can be added to. It works on large chains and beaded necklaces. I looks beautiful as an accent to a traditional pearl necklace.
Flower is approximately 2 3/4" wide. Each one is unique and slightly different due to the nature of the materials and the hand made construction."
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VERA BATTEMARCO
"I was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and my fascination with stones started at a very early age. Perhaps it was my mother's fabulous sense of style and appreciation of this beautiful planet we live in, combined with her love of all things hand made that rubbed off on me.
As a small child she would take me to all types of classes from classic oil painting to sewing. Once she gave me my first pair of pliers I really found my calling. At first I worked with vintage beads and non-precious metals until I discovered precious material. By then I had gained enough self confidence to venture into this wonderful resource.
My designs have appeared in several better stores and boutiques in Rio, Recife and New York, several locations in California, Philadelphia and the Caribbean Islands. They were even photographed with Vivienne Westwood clothing.I have designed collections commissioned by the Philadelphia Art Museum for the Salvador Dali and Frieda Kahlo exhibits.
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For a special treat check out Beegee's Artisan shop on Etsy:
Beegee's Jewels
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The name chosen was:
YESTERDAY,TODAY,TOMORROW
and the winner is CAROLYN TROMBINO. Congrats!
The Chosen Ones - they all wanted to come out and LIVE AGAIN!!
What, you ask, does this mean? Well, I was sorting through all my orphan earrings and discovered so many lovelies that were never going to find their mates. Since I love to design jewelry in the style of 1950's rhinestone glitz (post WWII era) I knew that these beautiful earrings needed new life. They were practically begging me to come out of the musty hiding places and see some NIGHT LIFE! I kept hearing "Take me!", "I want to shine again!" "Give me a chance to Sparkle!"
This bracelet features a beautiful SANDOR enameled single earring with white petals and clear chatons. The other lovelies are taken from unsigned single earrings except the brass disk with blue stone - It was a Victorian brooch that was missing the pin back.
Bracelets are signed beegee with a hangtag.
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BEEGEE McBRIDE
"A BeeGee Design will hopefully help the wearer make a fashion statement that is punctuated with an exclamation mark!
I have been designing rhinestone jewelry for 15 years and before that I was a silversmith and worked in silver."
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Please click on this link to see more of Elizabeth's lovely creations:
ELIZABETH WATSON CREATIONS
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The name chosen was:
CHROMATIC NEXUS
and the winner is LINDA JO MITCHELL. Congrats!
Lovely Pin. Sterling silver, epoxy inlay with paprika, poppy seeds and powdered eye shadow on a copper backing. Shiny finish.
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ELIZABETH WATSON
"Working with my hands in the creative process has always fascinated me. I am especially attracted to the intersection of craft and art, and to things that can only be made or assembled by hand. I am always looking for new ways to put jewelry elements together, whether they are new components or broken vintage fragments. As a full-time flute maker and a part-time musician, I strive to find time (and space) to continue this exploration, urged on and encouraged by my online jewelry friends."
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Melissa's Artisan Jewelry
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The name chosen was:
SHANGHAI MIST
and the winner is SHERI WEISS. Congrats!
The bracelet is composed of large potato shaped lavender Chinese Cultured pearls and sterling French cruller beads with a sterling toggle clasp. Strung with tiger tail wire for strength.The bracelet is 8" long.
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MELISSA HATFIELD
"I grew up as an army brat traveling from location to location. I started collecting rocks and minerals as a little girl. This turned into the love of sparkling gems and led to my career a jewelry designer. I love to work in gold with unusual gemstones, but my very favorite "gems" are pearls, and creating unusual pieces with colored pearls, gemstones, and sterling and gold beads. I also breed horses and stand the purebred Arabian stallion, Ziaggo, the equine love of my life. And yes, his bridle is decorated with two rows of brilliant AB rhinestones!!!"
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MORE OF OUR TALENTED JEWELRY RING ARTISANS:
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BRAD ELFRINK
"At Elvencraft Studios you will find collectible hand-carved buttons, whimsical bakelite jewelry, figural nutcrackers and other woodcarvings, along with pen and ink drawings, prints and other artwork. All of the items shown are Brad's personal creations and the majority of them are one-of-a-kind items."
ELVENKRAFTE STUDIOS
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MARY ANN DOCKTOR-SMITH
"Mary Ann loves designing with natural stone beads and vintage elements such as leaves and flowers.Many of her pieces include vintage and hand-wired centerpieces and dangles.Almost all of her designs have movement when worn."
MARY ANN, MARY ANN DESIGNS
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MARGOT WALBOURNE
"Original Artisan Beaded Jewelry Designs by MEW..You will find bold and colorful polymer designs in custom colors and schemes created by MEW as well as many sparkling inclusions in the way of rhinestones, crystal, foil and metallic paint and powder."
ORIGINAL CREATIONS BY MEW
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DELORES BENEDICT
Delores says "My pieces are all original with vintage beads and components, sometimes combined with the new lamp work and wedding cake beads."
JEWELS from the HEART
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SUSAN CORWIN
Susan says: "The vintage plastic beads used in my necklaces have been collected over time, and many of these beads will never be seen again. Their whimsical quality, and their synergy when combined into my original designs are a continuous source of inspiration."
BOFFO BEADS
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LINDA HEBERLING
"I have several types of crafted jewelry which I market as YJ Originals. The various forms of my more complex jewelry creations are inspired by either 1) a love of abstract and miniature art, 2) years of sewing and fabric crafts, or 3) the exquisite beadwork of Miriam Haskell. More than anything, color and design are uppermost in my mind when I create."
Linda's Artisan Jewelry
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MILDRED DENNEY
"MILLI"
Milli says: "I'm Crazy about Joolz, but also crazy about my dog 'Harry'.Glitz, Glamour and Dogs, life's very best cocktail!
Milli Joolz
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Holliday Smith
Holli says: "I have been making jewelry for over 20 years. In June of 05' I met Cinda Brown of Lost Lake Designs at a local festival where she was demonstrating how to do lampwork beads. I was instantly hooked and have been making my own beads ever since. Cinda is now one of my best friends and torching buddy. Recently I decided to take my jewelry in a whole different direction. I still do some vintage style pieces but my main focus is to creating trendy, sophisticated designs geared to the shoppers that look for quality, one-of-a-kind pieces that can be worn anywhere."
Holli has donated the beautiful JR Artisan's logo we use..Thank you Holli!!
HOLLIDAY SMITH ARTISAN JEWELRY
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Brenda Sue Lansdowne
(aka B'Sue)
Brenda Sue says:"I especially love to design beautiful cagework and collaged pieces reminiscent of old designer jewelry..but I can't stop there, because I love it all. It's also so much fun to make funky, unusual, offbeat pieces that feature the unexpected"
B'Sue Boutiques
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KARI BRYDE
"Novel Approach creates "au courant" bridge jewelry designs with a focus on Repurposing (Repurposing is breathing life into unused jewelry). Kari Bryde is the designer and owner of Novel Approach and her background in Interior Design gives her work an identifiable and unique style.'
NOVEL APPROACH
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BONNIE LYNN KIRBY
"Bonnie creates one of a kind jewelry pieces using ancient trade beads from Mali, Tibet, Ghana, China and from the Native American trade."
LEFIALYNN CREATIONS
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Carol Scheer
"What I like to do most is create. It can be jewelry, writing, designing or inventions. Whenever the creative muse whispers to me I listen, and where ever it takes me I follow. Some were short walks. Others were long journeys. Every one was a gift of grace."
My Earring Buddy
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