New jewelry headed to Oklahoma
Posted by Administrator on Dec 30, 2007
I just sent off a few new pieces to Exhibit One Gallery in Stillwater, Oklahoma. Here is one of the necklaces, a one of a kind piece that will be for sale there in January:
It is made from Argentium sterling silver, a type of sterling silver formulated to resist tarnishing longer than regular sterling silver. It is accented with natural colored freshwater pearls, one on a handmade fine silver head pin, and a pale pink rose quartz.
My feature on Jewelry and Beading
Posted by Administrator on Dec 22, 2007
Cyndi at Jewelry and Beading just published an article about me. You can read it here.
We actually did the interview a little while ago so I just want to point out that one of the links is outdated - I’m no longer updating my 365pendants blog, because I decided to focus on making pieces that are a little bit more labor intensive & that means I can’t realistically finish one every day.
I also started selling my work on etsy since the interview was done - you can see my shop here.
Thanks Cyndi for writing up the article!
Featured on Dashery Jewelry Blog
Posted by Administrator on Dec 12, 2007
One of my pieces was a featured gift idea on the Dashery Jewelry Blog. Click here to see my feature, and here to read the rest of the blog. She features lots of great jewelry, so if you are looking for a jewelry gift, you just might find something you like.
Lead in Jewelry
Posted by Administrator on Dec 11, 2007
A new law is going into effect very soon in California to protect consumers from lead poisoning in jewelry. Many base metal and plated or painted products contain lead, so to be safe, when purchasing jewelry *ask* what it is made of and if any materials contain lead. Once the new law goes into effect, jewelry containing lead will have to be labeled as such & have a warning about the effects of lead.
Silver, copper, and gold do not contain lead. Some metals that may contain lead are silver plated, gold plated, and pewter.
Pearls and gemstones do not contain lead.
Most glass beads do not contain lead, but many crystal beads such as Swarovski crystal, are made with lead. Unlike plated metal, however, the lead in Swarovski crystal is not ingestible, according to this notice on the Rings and Things website about lead in jewelry products. In other words, it appears that Swarovski crystal is safe despite being made with lead, because it is impossible to ingest the lead. I recommend reading the entire article on the Rings and Things site about lead - it is very informative.
When purchasing jewelry or other gifts this holiday season, use common sense, and never put something in your mouth if you think it might contain lead - and don’t give jewelry to young children if any of the materials could contain lead.
Win a gift basket full of handmade goodness
Posted by Administrator on Dec 7, 2007
A group I’m a member of on etsy.com, the Designing Swanky Moms, is having a scavenger hunt. The prize is an amazing gift basket filled with lots of handmade gift-worthy items. Check out the details here. The contest ends on the 9th, so only two days left!
Why buy local?
Posted by Administrator on Dec 5, 2007
I could write a post about this, but there is a great article already posted on the PCM blog here.
