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A little sneak peek. - o, world.

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 20:22:32 -0800

From the page: "I thought I'd post some photos of the pieces going up on Wednesday. Just a few this time, but each is one of a kind. And not in the well-they're-each-handmade-so-they're-all-bound-to-be-a-little-different (sweet maude, I hate hyphens) way.

The pieces in this little mini collection are each inherently one of a kind - made from silverware, cicada wings, cut freehand from metal, no patterns. This is always a struggle for me - I usually become so attached, so in love with the pieces I create that I want to save them, have them cast, be able to make them over and over and over. The businessperson in me thinks of things like, 'What if I make one and it's insanely popular and everyone wants one and I don't have anymore? Is that smart?', and the starving artist in me thinks about how nice it would be if that happened.

In the end, my idea instinct to keep each of these silverware pieces one of a kind, and, to be honest, my excitedness about offering them up to you for sale won out, and, if I ever find another of these spoons again, I'll consider it lucky, and I'll quickly make another, perhaps similar, perhaps not. But, for now, this necklace is the only one, and I'm so pleased with how it turned out.

It was nice to have found these pieces without intention, just coming across them in the thrift, and, magpie-like, adding them to my collection of tiny, shiny things. I sawed and sanded and arranged and soldered, took apart and repeated. I asked for feedback, I went with my first instincts. And here it is. The Good Egg. I can't wait to show you what's on the inside of the bowl of the spoon. It's my favorite part, and it ties the whole piece, the feel of it, the look of it, everything, together. I can't wait to see who ends up taking this home. I can't wait to package it up and write the thank you note and send it off to someone who loves it as much as I loved making it. And I can't wait to make more pieces from silverware, beautiful things in their own right that seem somehow elevated when paired with stones or bits of chain, showcased, celebrated.

Posts about the other two pieces in this mini-update will be up shortly, stay tuned!

See you Wednesday! /artsyfeelyramblings"

A little {more of a} sneak peek! - o, world.

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 20:21:52 -0800

From the page: "I love finding things that I find beautiful in their own right, and then realizing I can make them into something I might love even more. These tines once belonged to this fork, which was found in my favorite thrift. The fork was constructed from brass, then plated with sterling silver. Due to age and wear, the tips of the tines and bits of the back have worn through to the brass, and the silver tarnished to a bluish grey. I noticed the contrast immediately while sorting through the bin, and loved it - and I knew that brass is much easier to drill through than steel, which is what most silverware is made from. So, I took it home. I sawed, and sanded, and drilled, and oxidized, and burnished and finally came out the other end with these earrings - perfectly imperfect and one of a kind. You can find them in my Etsy shop on Wednesday!"

Save the date! - o, world.

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 20:20:55 -0800

From the page: "The silverware pieces are finished! I'll post a little sneak peak tomorrow, and I'm working on a slide show so you can see the process in detail from start to finish, but for right now - save this date! They'll be available in my etsy shop on Wednesday, November 11 at 7pm.

P.S. This post is a 'sticky'! It stays at the top of my blog until I check a little box to remove it. New posts are still being posted below. "

Tiny Gem One of a Kind Personalized Faceted Pendant by BrookeArin

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:47:28 -0800

From the page: "I am so happy with the way these pendants turned out! I think they're just perfect for gift giving to just about anyone from bridesmaids to mamas.

Each sterling silver pendant is hand-sawn - without a pattern, so each one is one of a kind - and given softly beveled edges, then stamped with a letter, number, or symbol. Oxidized for beautiful contrast, hung from lightweight, slinky 16 inch chain, and REVERSIBLE, these pendants are perfect for every day wear, and look wonderful layered with other necklace.

HOW TO ORDER:

•Choose your letter/number/symbol: LETTERS from A-Z, NUMBERS from 0-9, or the �&� SYMBOL. Up to TWO (2) symbols per pendant (they�re tiny!).

•Choose your finish: BRUSHED BRIGHT sterling, or OXIDIZED STERLING.

•Note these preferences in the �note to seller� portion of your transaction page, and that�s it! Your pendant will arrive to you within 14 business days of your payment!

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FAQ about this listing:

Q. I saw a listing for the letter I'd like in your shop. Should I just order that listing instead?
A. If the listing matches what you'd like to order in regards to personalization and finish, you can purchase it and your necklace will be around your neck in 7 working days! If you don't see a listing in my shop that matches your preferences, this made-to-order listing is perfect for you - you can choose your personalization and finish to create the perfect necklace.

Q: I'd like to order this pendant and another pendant with a different letter, but I don't need two chains. Can I order just the pendant?
A: Sure! Order any additional pendants here: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=33845068

Added on Nov 4, 2009
tags Tags
jewelry, pendant, sterling silver, etsymetal team, personalized, stamped pendant, modern monogram, initial, letter, bridesmaid gift, wedding jewelry, faceted, oxidized
materials Materials
sterling, silver, metal, love, patina, chain
Shipping
Item ships from: United States
ship to: cost: with another item:
United States $2.75 USD $0.50 USD
Everywhere Else $6.00 USD $0.50 USD
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Tiny Gem - One of a Kind, Personalized Faceted Pendant Necklace - MADE TO ORDER
Tiny Gem - One of a Kind, Personalized Faceted Pendant Necklace - MADE TO ORDER
Tiny Gem - One of a Kind, Personalized Faceted Pendant Necklace - MADE TO ORDER
Tiny Gem - One of a Kind, Personalized Faceted Pendant Necklace - MADE TO ORDER
Tiny Gem - One of a Kind, Personalized Faceted Pendant Necklace - MADE TO ORDER"

Tiny Gem One of a Kind Personalized Faceted Pendant by BrookeArin

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 21:21:20 -0800

From the page: "Want to add an additional pendant to your Tiny Gem Necklace? This listing is for ONE pendant without the chain, that you can add to your Tiny Gem Necklace.

Each pendant is handcrafted one by one, without a pattern, so every single pendant is unique! They're then stamped by hand with the letter, number, or symbol of your choice, and patinated to make the design stand out. The last step is a hand-burnished finish that makes the lightly oxidized pendant simply glow. You can also request a bright, brushed sterling finish.

Just choose which number, symbol, or letter you'd (these pendants are tiny! just 1-2 letters/symbols/numbers per pendant, please!)like on your pendant, and please send any additional instructions on finish preferences (OXIDIZED or BRIGHT) and placement of pendants (i.e., would you like all purchased pendants put onto one jumpring, or strung separately onto the necklace) in the note to seller portion of your transaction page.

Have a question about this item? Contact me, I'd be happy to help: http://www.etsy.com/convo_new.php?to_username=BrookeArin
Added on Nov 4, 2009
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Tiny Gem One of a Kind Personalized Faceted Pendant by BrookeArin

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:43:34 -0800

Tiny Gem One of a Kind Personalized Faceted Pendant by BrookeArin

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:07:09 -0800

Brooke Medlin & Tiny Gem - Personalized, One of a Kind Pendant Necklace - OXIDIZED FINISH

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:53:16 -0800

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I am so happy with the way these pendants came out! I think they're just perfect for gift giving to just about anyone from bridesmaids to mamas.

Each sterling silver pendant is hand-sawn - without a pattern, so each one is one of a kind - and given softly beveled edges, then stamped with a letter, number, or symbol. Oxidized for beautiful contrast, hung from lightweight, slinky chain, and REVERSIBLE, these pendants are perfect for every day wear, and look wonderful layered with other necklace.

*This necklace comes in an OXIDIZED FINISH stamped with the letter, number, or symbol you choose below. Also available in the shop in a bright, brushed sterling finish.

Sterling silver.
16" necklace length; pendants are approx. 8mm in size and come attached to the chain with a 4mm sterling jump ring.

*Looking to put several Tiny Gem pendants on a single chain? Check out the listing for pendants only!"

Brooke Medlin & New Moon Earrings

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 23:21:19 -0700

From the page: "Perfect little posts in handformed and forged sterling that's been oxidized and selectively burnished to a high sheen. Also available in a bright, brushed finish!

6mm in diameter.
Sterling; fine silver."

Its a beautiful day in the neighborhood. - o, world.

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 21:41:17 -0700

From the page: "The leaves in my yard are just beginning to curl up, but there are still half left on the tree. It's that way all over the city, and when I was running the other day, early, I reminded myself that I needed to take pictures before it was too late - of the varying degrees of leaf-blanketed-ness in yards across town, of the eggplant-y purple leaves against the still green grass, of the piles and piles hugging the sidewalks. Add in the near-idyllic light that pours through the trees at that time of morning, and you couldn't take a bad photograph if you tried. "