initially...

in my constant search of vintage and antique jewelry i am always thrilled to happen upon monogrammed, initialed, or name-plated designs. they bring such a delightful sense of history and wonder to every creation. below are some of the most recent finds. i have to say the HEM piece is a personal favorite as I think of it as a sewing talisman...

Introducing....Earl "Snake Hips" Tucker

Wowie Zowie as they say...

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lost vignettes

traveling from flea market to antique shop to estate sale in search of the long lost treasures that i transform into my jewelry creations is perhaps the most exciting part of my creative process. "the thrill of the chase" as they say. recently i came across this locket - nothing overtly precious, simply a well-worn brass locket that contained a portrait of a young boy in a slightly askew suit. but he intrigued me to no end. i started to imagine how the photograph came into existence and what the original owner saw in this photo. my musings are included in the listing and i encourage everyone to bring a sense of wonder to their vintage adventures. i promise an imaginative trip of a lifetime.