the BRONZE age

I always enjoy a good hunt.  That is, hunting for new and exciting products.  For a few years now, I've know of a company in Arizona that creates metal components, mainly for the jewelry trade.  Most of their items involve some of the more uncommon metals like titanium, stainless steel, mokume gane, reticulation silver, and bronze.

During my hunt, I captured a few pieces of bronze Sea Fan Coral.  The company ethically obtained a genuine sea fan skeleton, created a mold and replicated the sea fan in bronze.  Cool!

The texture and detail is amazing.  I can't wait to get these pieces into the Studio and start creating new jewelry designs!

What is bronze?  Bronze is an alloy of copper and tin.  It's such a cool alloy that historians have named an entire "age" after it. 

SALE!

It's time for a little spring cleaning in my Etsy shop....use coupon code "SpringCleaning" for a 35% discount off everything in the shop!  Happy shopping!  Offer ends February 29th, midnight CST.




Fine Silver and Ruby Hearts earrings

 

Pinterest

Only recently did I discover Pinterest...and I'm hooked!  If you don't know what I'm talking about, Pinterest is simply an online pin board where you can organize and share the things you love.  Brilliant!

Want to know more about my inspirations?  Check them out here on Pinterest.  :)

REVEAL Day!

I can now reveal the Elements by Dawn necklace that is featured in the January edition of Bead Trends Magazine.....(drum roll, please)





Love Letter Necklace



Peek-a-keum-boo

Keum Boo is the Korean art of bonding pure gold onto pure silver.  I have always admired the art and have finally included Keum Boo in my newest jewelry line.

Enjoy!

Keum Boo, 24Kt Gold and Fine Silver



Bead Trends Magazine

I am very excited to announce that one of Elements by Dawn's new designs will be published in the January 2012 edition of Bead Trends Magazine!  Be sure to look for it at a newstand near you!

P.S. I'd love to give you a sneak-peek of the design, however, the publishers have asked to keep everything under wraps until the magazine comes out. 

Special 4th of July DISCOUNT

Elements by Dawn on Etsy is offering FREE Domestic and International shipping on all orders through July 5th, midnight CST. Use Coupon Code "Fireworks2011" to activate the discount when checking-out!!

Variations on a Theme

I know not everyone wants or can afford a necklace dripping with gemstones and precious metal! 

As a jeweler, you have to keep your customers in mind when creating new designs.  Often I'll create variations on a theme.  Similar pieces with varying degrees of extravagance.  Most designs will be quite simple and classic, but a few will kick up the wow factor for those who want something just a little extra special.

A few days ago, I showcased a gorgeous necklace with nearly 140 carats of gemstones.  It definitely has that wow factor!  However, the practical side of me and many of my customers know that it's not something you'd wear everyday while grocery shopping or while lounging at the beach. That's where this piece comes in:

A sleeker version of the "Love Letter" necklace.  It features petite Peridot gemstones and an Argentium Sterling Silver neckchain. Perfect for everyday wear.