If you didn’t win a necklace from my contest with Blend Creations, then here’s a chance to win one of four pretty new necklaces!
Blend Creations has teamed up with Feterie, a boutique stationary company, to give away four of these necklaces:

The necklaces are limited-edition, only for this contest.  That means that Blend Creations has only created two of each of the stainless-steel and paper necklaces (with a retail value of $108 each).  The necklaces feature Feterie’s own paper.  In fact, if you like the designs, you can buy the wrapping paper online – the “Just Dotty” in grape or the …read more

Some days call for very plain, simple jewelry…
And some days call for ornate, elegant and feminine pieces of jewelry!
If you’re having one of those days, I’d like to suggest the richly detailed jewelry from 1ofmykind Jewels.  The jewelry designer, Jody McGill uses a combination of antiqued brass filigree, glass, crystal and semi-precious stones – and even some unusual materials like watch parts.  The result is very wearable, modern jewelry that feels like it could have been found in your great, great-grandmother’s jewelry chest.
Take a look and see what I mean…

“Filigree Vines – Woodland Nymph Labradorite Necklace” is made with vintage …read more

Feisty Elle is a San Francisco-based jewelry and accessories designer who creates her unique pieces with environmentally-sustainable materials… and lasers!
Her pieces are made from a combination of merino wool felt (from Merino sheep of course, which grow a high quality, soft wool) and bamboo ply.  In addition, all of the jewelry and accessories are made in the USA.
Her pieces are big, bold and totally wearable!

“Pearl Emi” brooch or hair clip, made from wool felt.

The generously-sized orange “Dahlia” brooch is made from wool felt and also comes in a rainbow of colors, to match any outfit.  There are only four left …read more

When you say the word “jewelry”, most people think of something shiny and glittery, made with silver or gold – maybe with diamonds or other gemstones.
The jewelry designers from Turtle Love Committee want to change the way you think about jewelry.  Their clean, simple and elegant designs feature river rocks.
That’s right, river rocks.
Rocks that people have gone out and found on the banks of local rivers, that have been polished by the water and pebbles until they’re smooth.
And guess what – the jewelry is lovely!

The Sheridan pendant is made from a single rock, found in Upper Michigan.  It’s strung on …read more

Designer Jenny Gaynor works with glass in some unusual ways.  Not only does she use glass that’s traditionally used for jewelry-making, a glass from Italy called “Moretti”, she also uses recycled glass to create her elegant and modern pieces.
In addition to her jewelry, Jenny also creates vases with photo transfers layered inside them.  All of her work is created by hand in her Los Angeles workshop.
Unfortunately, I can’t link to the individual pieces of jewelry, but you can find them by first selecting the “jewelry” tab on her site and scrolling down to find the piece you’re interested in.

“Unity” multiple …read more

My Etsy pick for the weekend is a jewelry designer who makes very unique jewelry.
How unique?
As unique as your fingerprint!
In fact, Fabuluster uses your own fingerprint to create one-of-a-kind fine jewelry that no one else will have.
Brent & Jessica Williams of Fabuluster create their elegant jewelry using sterling silver and gold.  As well as their custom fingerprint rings, they also use natural materials like feathers and leaves in their jewelry.
Here’s one of their custom fingerprint wedding bands:

The fingerprint is imprinted on the outside of the sterling silver ring, with a polished interior.
You can also keep the fingerprints a secret and …read more

Today’s Etsy pick is for the woman who likes to wear jewelry that’s guaranteed to be different from anyone else.
In fact, it’s jewelry that you can customize yourself!
These nifty little pendants by Etsy jewelry & accessories designer, Spittin Toad, are actually little blackboards.
That’s right, you can write on your necklace, erase it and start all over again tomorrow.  The pendants are just over an inch square, so Spittin Toad recommends using a dress maker’s pencil (available from most craft shops) or a piece of sharpened chalk to write with.  Just use a damp cloth to wipe the necklace off and …read more

According to Random.org, Soraya is the lucky winner of Blend Creation’s new “Torus” necklace!
Thank you so much to Blend Creations for offering one of their lovely necklaces for the contest.
Of course, if you weren’t the winner you can always order your very own Torus necklace… and you can also save 15% off it too – just use the code “Splendicity” to save 15% off your next order of $100 or more.
The Torus necklace comes in quite a few color options for the center bead.  You can go for the natural look, with a piece of polished sea fossil:

Or how about …read more

Chrissy Cook is an up-and-coming jewelry designer with a unique, elegant and modern take on jewelry as modern art.
She’s originally from a small arts community in Pennsylvania, but traveled to London, England to complete her studies in jewelry design.  She’s worked as a goldsmith for the past seven years, but has just released her first collection of sterling silver jewelry to the public.
All the jewelry is hand-made by Chrissy, using a combination of sterling silver, enamel and semi-precious stones.
Here are a few of my favorite picks from her collection:

From the “rectangle” collection, a bracelet featuring citrine, smoky quartz and amethyst.

“Curve” …read more

Fall has arrived with a gust of wind and snow in my neck of the woods… which has inspired my Etsy pick for the weekend.
The trees are rapidly losing their leaves, but at least there are leaves you can wear year-round that will never fade or drop!
Etsy jewelry designer “Made By Sam” has an extensive collection of jewelry made with semi-precious stones and metal leaves or branches – perfect for helping you remember what leaves look like in the middle of winter
Here are a few of my favorite pieces from their huge online shop:

These earrings feature matte gold-plated …read more