African Trade Bead Necklace Set

This 21" necklace was made with African trade beads brought back to me by a good friend in the late 80s. They are a very dark blue, (almost black), ceramic with pearly dots. The chain is sterling silver with a handcrafted clasp and sterling silver bead accent. The end caps are sterling silver. The earrings are 2" long wire wrapped with moonstones and sterling silver beads hanging from sterling silver chain.

The earrings are 2" long wire wrapped with moonstones and sterling silver beads hanging from sterling silver chain.

Irish Triquetra Necklace Set

Wow! The last necklace set featured on this site just sold on Etsy! So I just posted this one:

Sterling Silver and Freshwater Pearl Wire Wrapped Necklace Set This three pronged triquetra is thought to symbolize the Celtic beliefs that everything has three distinct yet interlocked levels - physical, mental and spiritual. Beautiful Purple and white freshwater pearls are set off by tiny seed beads. The chain is sterling silver and the entire necklace is just under 20" long. The triquetra on the necklace hangs down 2 ". The earrings measure 1 1/2 " from the bottom of the ear wire to the bottom of the dangle. The necklace features a handmade sterling silver hook and eye clasp.

Street Fairs!

For my friends in Portland Oregon, I will be having a jewelry booth at both the Alberta Street Fair on the 19th and the Belmont Street Fair tomorrow. I have made lots of necklace sets. Here's one of my latest. You can purchase it on ETSY. http://banba.etsy.com

Sterling Silver and Quartz Wire Wrapped necklace Set
This three pronged triquetra is thought to symbolize the Celtic beliefs that everything has three distinct yet interlocked levels - physical, mental and spiritual.
The earrings are 2 " long. the necklace is 18 1/2 inches circumference and hangs down another 2 1/2 inches. THe quartz is moss green,brown and rust colored. See you at the fair!

I had a great jewelry party tonight. I made some long necklaces and sold two of them. I also made some funny cat rings and got an order to make three of them. My party was at the Jolly Roger Bar in Portland. They've been very supportive of my work. Here are some new designs I've made recently.

More Jewelry on ETSY

I have finally gotten around to adding some more jewelry to my ETSY shop. Here is a necklace I recently made. It had matching earrings but I sold them a few days ago. I'll make them again soon. I am using silver plated wire because it seems to hold up well and can withstand being pounded with my elf hammer. ( That's what my husband calls it!) I make my own clasps in a hook and eye style. They stay on very well. I love freshwater pearls and these lavender ones are just yummy!

Steampunk Rings

Well, I haven't posted in awhile but found an incredible artist I'd like to share with you. Check out this ring:

It's from CatherinetteRings. You can buy it on ETSY. I am just blown away by this jewelry! If you love wire wrapping you're going to love it too! It's a genre called "Steam Punk."  You've gotta check it out. 

As for me, I'm working on a portfolio to be juried for Portland's Saturday Market this weekend. I've been selling primarily through parties up until now. If I'm accepted, I'll be selling at Saturday Market this summer.

Jet and Freshwater Pearl Hancrafted Hoops

Handcrafted from sterling silver these hoops with Celtic spirals sparkle and shine! Ear wires are sterling silver and ship with stoppers so you'll never lose them. 

Gem Lore:

Pearl: Purity, faith, charity, innocence, integrity, focus, wisdom, spirituality, sincerity, fertility.

Jet: Grounding and balancing, and carries a negative electrical charge, is good for drawing power and knowledge to the bearer.

Click on the ETSY link to the right to purchase.

Just in Time for Valentine's Day!

These red garnet hearts are on sterling silver head pins with sterling silver accent beads hung on sterling silver ear wires. Notice the hand twisted detailing at the tip of the head pin. 

A great gift for Valentine's Day or any day! 

Gem Lore:

Garnet: Health, removing negativity, awareness, commitment, regeneration, order, insight.

Birth Stone: January

To purchase: Click on the ETSY link on the right.

Shipped promptly.

Garnet Chips and Hearts Bracelet

This garnet bracelet with handcrafted sterling silver clasp is accented with sterling silver beads. It is hand tied and crimped at the clasp for a secure hold . 

$17.00

Click on the ETSY link to the right to purchase.

Celtic Knot Earrings with Garnets and Freshwater Pearls

These earrings are handcrafted and unique. They are sterling silver, freshwater pearls and garnets.  $12.00

Gem Lore:

Garnet: Health, removing negativity, awareness, commitment, regeneration, order, insight.

Birth Stone: January

 Click on the ETSY link to the right to purchase.