Valentines Pink Crystal Heart on Beaded Chain

Another Valentines Day gift - this Swarovski pink crystal heart on an 18 inch, hand beaded silver chain. The sparkle of the Swarovski crystal heart is non-stop beautiful. It's approx. 3/4 x 3/4 inch. The crystal heart hangs on a hand beaded, 18 inch chain of silver seed and Czech fire polish beads. Lobster claw clasp and findings are silver plate. Bale is sterling silver. www.spiritgirljewelry.etsy.com.

Valentines Red Crystal Heart on Beaded Chain

Wow her with this Valentines Day gift of a beautiful red Swarovski crystal heart pendant! The sparkle of the Swarovski heart is non-stop beautiful. It's approx. 3/4 x 3/4 inch. The red crystal heart hangs on a red, hand beaded,18 inch chain of matching red seed and Czech fire polish beads. Lobster claw clasp and findings are silver plate. Fancy bale is sterling silver. www.spiritgirljewelry.etsy.com

Daffodil Flower Pendant Necklace in Fine Silver

I've been wanting to be more creative with my artistic talents lately. I wish to be more involved in the jewelry making process, much like how a painting is created from a blank white canvas to a final masterpiece. And I've found that medium in the fine silver clay process!

This is my latest creation; an artisan pendant made of fine silver. It measures approx. 1 by 1 inch with a 1/8 inch bale. It is strung on a 18 inch sterling silver chain. Artist proof initials are etched on the back.

My artistic process begins with a design that I sculpt by hand. Once dried, it is perfected with tiny sanding files and jewelry tools. The next step is a proprietary molding process, then silver clay is pressed into the mold. Once unmolded, the piece undergoes another extensive filing, sanding, and perfecting stage. I then carefully fire the piece with a hand torch. The final stages consist of brushing, burnishing, and polishing the metal.

The final product is 99.9% pure, fine silver. After its firing transformation, it is strong and durable. Fine silver resists tarnish better than sterling silver, as sterling silver contains other elements that cause tarnish. Fine silver is also eco friendly as the silver is reclaimed from the photographic industry. It is truely a case of taking what is garbage and making a beautiful work of art with it!

Looking similar in design, no two mold-made fine silver pieces will look alike. This is because the clay is organic, and the process of molding and sanding to perfection will leave each piece with its own unique look.

This necklace may be purchased from either of my jewelry shops listed below.
Etsy: www.spiritgirljewelry.etsy.com
Artfire: www.spiritgirljewelryandart.artfire.com

Civil War Log Cabin Quilt

I like to promote my fellow Guild members and their work. VABeachQuilter is a wonderful lady and a talented, master quilter. I found this gorgeous quilt in her Destash Sale collection where it's on sale.

The entire quilt was made with Civil War Reproduction fabrics. There are 880+ 1" "logs" in this quilt. The quilt measures 67" x 67" and has been prewashed to remove any shrinkage.

The Log Cabin blocks are laid out in the pattern called "Dirty Windows". The quilt was professionally quilted by a local, award winning, long-armer.

If you'd like this quilt but in different fabrics, contact VABeachQuilter at the address below. Due to the nature of this quilt, allow up to 12 weeks for it to be finished and quilted by the long-armer.

http://www.artfire.com/users/vabeachquilter

Happy Hanukkah!

I recently sold a Hanukkah gift. It's the Love Your Friends Reversible Unisex Necklace. There's still time to get yours for the celebration!

Love Your Friends Reversible Unisex Necklace

This necklace is a double-sided, reversible, polished pewter donut pendant. Engraved on the front is the lovely statement "love your friends like you love yourself" in Hebrew. A simple flower and vines are engraved along the bottom.

The back of this necklace has a very beautiful, satin polished finish with engraved vines wrapped around the bottom.

The pendant alone is unisex in style. I can substitute a leather cord for the chain, if you desire. The pendant is approx. 1-1/8 inch round, and hangs on a 20 inch sterling silver chain.

Available on Etsy at www.spiritgirljewelry.etsy.com or on Artfire at www.spiritgirljewelryandart.artfire.com

Brand New Items!

I've been busy, getting ready for the Holiday season. I've added a few new products to my jewelry line. They may be purchased at: www.spiritgirljewelryandart.artfire.com or www.spiritgirljewelry.etsy.com

Contemporary Three Chain Jesus Necklace

A contemporary rendition of the crucifix. Three styles of gunmetal chain surround and drape around the central crucifix. Three Swarovski crystals hang from each hand and the feet of Christ, representing the bloody sacrifice of His life.

The chains are approx. 18, 20, and 22 inches long. Gunmetal chain, sterling silver crucifix, and Swarovski crystals.

Aqua Bumpy Bead Necklace and Earring Set

Aqua lampworked glass, bumpy beads are the highlight of this strand. They are transparent glass and look quite beautiful when light strikes through them. This necklace also includes aqua glass beads of various shapes. Swarovski crystals add extra sparkle to this necklace.
 

Approx. 18 inches long. Silver pewter toggle clasp.

Included are a pair of matching earrings. They measure 1-7/8 inch from the top of the ear wire to the bottom of the lowest glass bead.

Rainbow Crystal Dangle Earrings

Made of Swarovski crystals in rainbow colors, these earrings sparkle and dazzle with your every move. Earwires and small beads are silver plated.

These earring are approx. 2-1/4 inch from the top of the earwire to the bottom of the crystal cube.

Rainbow Crystal Oval Earrings

Made of Swarovski crystal in rainbow colors, these earrings sparkle with your every movement. Earwires and small beads are silver plated.

Earrings measure approx. 2-1/4 inch from the top of the earwire to the bottom of the crystal cube.