Harmony - SOLD

Bling-mix: Freshwater Pearl Squares & Labradorite Rondells
Bling "hardware": All 925 silver
Dimensions: Total length is about 4.5cm

Diversity rocks! I like that we are all different, that each of us has our own talents, quirks, strengths, weaknesses. I like that it's this very diversity that can be the foundation of strength and harmony.

Imagine a world where everyone was a good singer and there were no good actors; or where every hawker cooked up delish chicken rice but nothing else; or a football team where everyone is a star striker but nobody knows how to defend. How boring life would be!

And so I thought to mix things up in this creation too, with circles combining with squares and smooth and textured surfaces working together in perfect harmony.

These ear-rings feature freshwater pearl squares accented by faceted labradorite rondells.

The circles which dangle off sleek ear hooks are richly textured rounds of 925 silver. In fact, all silver bits are 925 silver. Total length is about 4.5cm.
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Happily Ever After - SOLD

Bling-mix: Dingle-dangles are moonstone, iolite, labradorite, one little rhodolite garnet rondell and one little blue sapphire rondell
Bling "hardware": Fairy is silver-plated over lead-free pewter; All other silver bits are 925 silver
Dimensions: Pendant is about 6cm long; Necklace is 16 inches.

Fairy tales are perfect -- they always end on a high note with "...and they lived happily ever after".

And that's the way it should be too! Hahahahhaha! Reality is harsh enough as it is, so thank goodness for feel-good fantasy :D

This is actually the silver version of "Once Upon A Time" but I thought to give it a different name altogether to continue the fairy tale theme.

Here, the love fairy sprinkles a "blessing" of positive vibes and all things good, represented by accents of rainbow moonstone (briolettes and beads), iolite, labradorite, a random little rhodolite garnet rondell and one blue sapphire rondell for luck.

The fairy measures about 6cm and is silver-plated over lead-free pewter.

All other silver bits are 925 silver, including the necklace portion (16 inches) which is also studded all along at intervals with iolite and moonstone.

Lobster clasp (not shown) is 925 silver as well.

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Special Request: "Oh Love!" Ear-Rings

Just wanted to show a pair of ear-rings (special request) which were made to match the "Oh Love!" necklace.

They mirror the dangles on the necklace and feature the same blue chalcedony brios and little sparkling iolite rondells.

All silver bits are 925 silver.

Silver Surfer - SOLD

Bling-mix: Rutilated Quartz briolettes, faceted rondells of black onyx & labradorite
Bling "hardware": All bits are 925 silver
Dimensions: Total length is almost 4.5 cm

NOTE: Name change, inspired by Dawne :))

In this cute little pair of ear-rings, little Rutilated Quartz briolettes dangle off a textured 925 silver frame.

I really like the rutilated quartz brios with their little black slivers (or rutile crystals, hence the name) "growing" through the clear quartz.

These are semi-precious minerals and are said to be great energizers. Some claim that it helps delay the ageing process too ... hahahahaha! Order me a whole mine, please!

Interestingly, quartz is the most abundant mineral on earth, making up about 12% of the earth's crust!

Oh, and I've also found out that Rutilated Quartz has, in the past, been called Venus Hair Stone too.

Accenting the silver frame are little faceted rondells of black onyx and labradorite.

All silver bits are 925 silver.

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Oh Love! - SOLD

Bling-mix: Blue Chalcedony (approx 4.5 carats), Iolite rondells
Bling "hardware": All silver bits are 925 silver
Dimensions: Adjustable from about 16-17.5 inches, dangle is approx 8.5cm

The romance continues! Building on last May's "I *Heart* You," here is a more grown-up version of the necklace.

"Oh Love!" features the same 925 silver Tiffany-esque heart through which streams fine silver chains adorned with Blue Chalcedony briolettes (approx 4.5 carats in total) and dainty little Iolite rondells.

This is a lariat-style necklace ... but with a clasp at the back too.

The pic on the right shows how it could look when worn.

You can put it on like you would a conventional necklace or use it almost necktie-style, pulling the dangles through the heart (great if you're in a rush).

The length of the necklace and dangles are slightly adjustable, depending on how you wear it -- ie. heart higher or lower.

All silver bits, including wirework, chains, clasp and heart are 925 silver.

I've made another version in 14K gold-fill, with lemon topaz and emeralds (yes, the real thing), so look out for it. Final adjustments are being made to that piece right now.

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Chiara - SOLD

Bling-mix: Rainbow moonstone (approx 3.5 carats)
Bling "hardware": All silver bits are 925 silver
Dimensions: Total length is about 5cm

"Chiara" (pronounced "kee-ah-rah") means "bright" in Italian and I chose the name because this piece just sparkles. It also describes the mood I'm in :))

Rainbow moonstone brios (approx 3.5 carats) dangle prettily off a highly polished silver frame. In this pic, you can see how the light catches the moonstone and gleams back in a flash of blue.

Look also at the detailing on the frame, with its unending curves which remind me a bit of the Greek eternity waves pattern.

All silver bits -- wirework, frame, jump rings and ear hooks are 925 silver. Ear hooks can be changed to ear posts/studs if you like.

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Simplicity - SOLD

Bling-mix: Turquoise teardrops
Bling "hardware": Decorative ear hooks are 925 silver
Dimensions: Total length is a little over 4cm

With the anniversary coming up really soon, I've been reminded of the frenzy of preparations for the celebrations.

Goodness, at that time, I was sooooo taken in with every itty-bitty detail and stressed myself out listening to everybody's aunt's cousin's third uncle's neighbour's comments ... and boy did everyone have an opinion ... hahahhaa!

If I could do it all over again, I'd keep it like this pair of ear-rings -- simple. Just beautiful turquoise drops hanging off fancy 925 silver ear-wires.

After all, the most important thing about a wedding is the commitment two people are making to each other, in the presence of those nearest and dearest.

Now, 10 years on, I wonder how many people really remember what our invitations looked like or whether the flowers were pink or white or what the fifth course was :)

What *I* remember most is the look on my sweetie's face when he saw me enter the church; the love that was reflected on the faces of relatives and friends; the thumping heart while vows were being exchanged .... the mutual respect & love that just grew and grew from that day on ....

If I could do it all over again, my motto would be: Keep it simple, don't sweat the small stuff :))

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Capri (S$32/US$19.40)

Bling-mix: Dyed Freshwater Pearls
Bling "hardware": All silver bits (ear hooks, flower, wire) are 925 silver
Dimensions: Ear-rings are 5cm long

I've never been to the Isle of Capri, but hear it's a beautiful place.

My grand-aunts visited Capri way back when people took ships instead of planes and they used to tell us the most wonderful stories about all their trips.

In this pair of ear-rings, refreshing turquoise blue blends happily with pistachio green.
Carrying on the vacation feel are the pretty little oxidised silver flower accents at the top.

All silver bits are 925 silver, including ear hooks, spacers, flowers and pins.
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First Blush (S$58/US$35.15)

Bling-mix: Dyed freshwater pearls and rainbow moonstone
Bling-hardware: All silver bits are 925 silver
Dimensions: Necklace measures 16 inches long; Dangle is 5cm long

Dusky pink pearls and translucent, shimmery moonstone come together in this sweet y-necklace which reminds me of first dates and new beginnings :)

This is a gentle piece which shyly beckons for attention.

The pearls are dyed freshwater pearls with a lustrous finish and the tiny moonstone beads as well as the faceted briolette dangle are rainbow moonstone.

All silver bits, including chain, rings, wirework and lobster clasp are 925 silver.

If you like, matching ear-rings can be made.

Currently, the necklace measures 16 inches long (excluding the dangle) and I can attach a 2-inch extension chain for greater flexibility of use.

Interestingly, I just googled "Birthstones for June" and discovered that BOTH pearls and moonstones are birthstones for the month.

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Open Your Heart - SOLD

Bling-mix: Green Amethyst (Africa) flat brios, purple Amethyst rondells
Bling "hardware": 925 silver components
Dimensions: About 4 am / 1 1/2 inches long
The highlight of this pair of ear-rings are the marquise-cut Green Amethyst gems from Africa.

They're a fresh, sparkling colour and though we are used to purple amethysts, apparently, they come in green too! The unusual hue is what makes them a favourite with collectors.

According to some, Green Amethyst is also supposed to help attract abundance :)

I decided to keep it all in the family with this piece by accenting the green with little rondells of purple amethyst.

I named these ear-rings "Open Your Heart," because that's what Amethyst is supposed to do -- open the heart chakra so more blessings will flow in. Even if you don't believe in such things, it's a nice thought, isn't it?

Ear posts, chains and other accents are 925 silver. This pair comes in its own little lovely jewellery box.

From top to bottom, ear-rings measure about 4cm or a touch over 1 1/2 inches.

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When You Wish Upon a Star - SOLD

Bling-mix: Aquamarine, Turquoise

Bling "hardware": Silver-plated over pewter fairy charm, rhodium plated circles, 925 silver chains

This is not a new piece, but one which has been hiding for a while. Fairy is ready to find a new home now and grant some wishes.

The fairy pendant from the US is silver plated over pewter.

She sprinkles a lucky scattering of aquamarine rondells with the odd turquoise bead mixed in. If you like, I could also add a small dash of moonstone beads.

According to legend, aquamarine was first found in the treasure chests of mermaids!

Circles are rhodium plated and chains are 925 silver.

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Serenity - NOW ERIKA'S

Bling-mix: Freshwater Pearls, Faceted Black Onyx
Bling "hardware": 925 silver fancy headpins and ear hooks
Dimensions: About 5cm / 2 inches long
Here's a sleek, simple pair of ear-rings which is chic and classic enough for everyday use.

The creamy white of the unusually-shaped rectangular pearls is set off beautifully by the deep, dark faceted black onyx beads.

Fancy headpins (of 925 silver) provide a dash of fun, picked up by the pewter accents which link the pearls to the onyx.

Ear hooks are 925 silver.

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For D - NOT FOR SALE

Bling-mix: moonstone, labradorite
Bling "hardware": 925 silver wire
Dimensions: 4cm or about 1 1/2 inches long

D has a remarkable ability to make anybody laugh & when we were working together, it was always a joy. She has a can-do attitude that is simply uplifting and I've missed her so.

But we're meeting again next week ... WOO HOOO! So I created this pendant for her.

This pendant is a reflection of the sweet, giving side of her sparkling personality and features the same wire-wrapping I'm currently obsessed with :) in 925 silver.

The centrepiece is a suspended coin pearl and the frame has accents of moonstone and labradorite.

Hope she likes it!

PS. This design is an adaptation of a pair of ear-rings featured in issue #9 of Bead Unique magazine.

Happiness Set ~ 2007 SOLD

The first few creations for 2007 will all be about good wishes for the year :)

Following "Love" is this "Happiness" set of ear-rings and a matching necklace.

The focal points are long ovals of pale pink abalone shell beads, capped by a pale pink rose quartz.

The perky, happy "fireworks" are red garnet, deep pink rhodolite garnet and Swarovski crystal.

Ear hooks, flower (on the necklace) and chain are 925 silver.

Dimensions: Ear-rings are 4cm from top to bottom.

Necklace is 16 inches; pendant is 4.5cm from the top of the flower to the bottom of the abalone shell bead.

Set comes in a fancy little red box!

PS. The picture of the ear-rings alone captures the actual colours best.

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Love ~ 2007 - SOLD

Here's the first creation for 2007!

"Love" features donuts of pale pink rose quartz (also known as the love stone). Colourful accents of garnet, peridot and pink shell perk up the piece.

Ear hooks are 925 silver.

Dimensions: The donuts are about the size of a Singapore 20-cent coin. From the top of the ear hook to the bottom of the donut, the length is just under 3.5cm.

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Duchess (S$35/US$21.20)

The pre-Christmas blue-blood theme continues into the final days of 2006 with this posh concoction.

Freshwater pearl "coins" are the focal point of the ear-rings. The accents are faceted rondelles of black onyx and labradorite.

Ear posts and headpins are 925 silver.

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New Beginnings - for my mother-in-law

Apart from the Garden Fairy, my mother-in-law is another person I know who has a green thumb -- plants just flourish under her care. Even almost-beyond-redemption specimens respond to her ministrations and I can't even recognise some of the "patients" we have given to her: they look 1,000 times better than when they were in our care :)

So here is a tribute to her magical touch with plants. This pair of ear-rings are her Christmas prezzie.

They're green amethyst faceted pears with a scattering of tiny faceted emerald rondelles and a dash of citrine for good luck.

Ear posts are 925 silver.

Moonlight Sonata - NOT AVAILABLE

I seldom work with moonstones, but was encouraged to try recently, and here is one of the first creations available for sale (the very first has a new owner thanks to a generous soul).

In this pair of sweet ear-rings, rainbow moonstone briolettes get accents of blue sapphire.

Ear studs, chain and wirework are 925 silver.

Moonstones are an almost magical gemstone and have been revered by many ancient cultures in Europe and Asia.

Moonstone, a birthstone for June, is also said to be especially protective for women and children and is supposed to balance the emotions.

Sapphire (September birthstone) is the most precious of the blue gemstones. It is considered the gemstone of creativity and intuition.

Good Fortune (S$68/US$40)

I'm baaaaack! Bangalore was good -- the weather was marvellous (22 deg C) and the hotel was elegantly opulent ... pity that the hectic meeting schedule meant there was no time to experience the city. Never mind -- next time.

Blingalicious production is back on track as there are a couple more Faires coming up. The first one is next Tuesday/Wednesday (14th/15th Nov) at Orchard Hotel. The next one is in early December. Check back here for more details coming up soon.

Here is a piece which will go to the Faire unless it finds a new owner soon :)

The centrepiece is a Chinese "coin" which Fengshui practitioners use to represent good fortune.

Picking up the green tones of the "coin" are kiwi jasper while shimmering labradorite beads (which represent the water element) quietly echo the silvery tones.

Necklace measures about 18 inches (without pendant).

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