Batch of Rings

Here are some more rings I've made.  They can be found at "Some Things" in Dallas, Oregon.

 Local Graduation Colors

 Children's Rings

Valentine Wire Wrap Heart Ring

Valentine Wire Wrap Heart Rings. Adjustable, aprox. size 7.

Valentine's Button Batch 2013

Valentine's Bunch of Button  Rings!  I am taking this newest batch to "Some Things" on Saturday afternoon.  Left to right--heart button w/ red wire size 6 $8, vintage stacked red flower button size 6.5 $10, antique red 'art deco' glass gold ring size 6.5 $12, gold and pink w/ delicate flowers double stacked ring size 6.5 $12, pink glass solitaire button w/ silver wire size 7 $12.  

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Happy New Year!
I trust you have enjoyed your last few weeks. As much as I enjoy crafting jewelry, I very much enjoyed my little work break.  I was able to keep my nose out of buttons and wire and into flour, wrapping paper and family!
Now, it's a New Year and I'm ready to get started again.  Thank you for your support and creative ideas in 2012, I'm excited to see what we learn in 2013!

(These were a special custom order for Christmas. 14k gold and Indian garnet.Contact me for more information)

Custom Earrings and Pin!

I got a funny request recently.  "Can you make roller skate earrings?"  Well, sure, why not!  So I fiddled around and ended up freehand wire wrapping these darling little skates.  I made a pair into earrings and a single into a pin.  I love a new challenge!  What can I create for you?

Celtic Knot Arm Cuff

This beautiful arm bracelet is meant to be worn on the upper arm.  It is fashioned of sturdy 14mm non-tarnish silver artistic wire.  The design is a Celtic Knot.  It is adjustable to fit most any size arm. 

Choice of Wire

Artistic Wire 18 gauge $20.00 USD Sterling Silver 20 gauge $38.00 USD

Hammered Heart on Long Chain

This is another version of the hammered heart birthstone necklace.  A customer wanted the pendant on a long 34" chain, but the heart was too lightweight for the chain.  We added two custom stamped charms to give it some 'heft.'  Up to 8 letters fit comfortably on the 13mm charm shown. The heart measures at about 1" wide.

(Stamped Charm options found here: http://happleymade.blogspot.com/2011/11/charmed-im-sure.html)

Contact me via kelsey@happleymade.com or on facebook for custom options!

Heart w/ Long Chain

34" chain w/ 2 charms $32.00 USD Option 2 $32.00 USD Option 3 $32.00 USD

The Making of a Custom Order

Working with a customer to turn a vision into a wearable reality is an amazing experience.  A beautiful piece of jewelry often starts with a thought or an idea specifically with a a certain person in mind.  Then the concept is worked through until the final piece meets the requirements of beauty and function. I recently completed a custom necklace and I wanted to share the process with you.

 
A previous customer saw my bird nest necklace and wanted something that could represent 5 children for a mother's gift.




 Since the nest works best with 4 stones or less, I recommended this hammered leaf pendant.



But she did not think this was the right style for her mother, so we came up with this design.





Then, another customer saw this pendant and wondered what it would look like with only three birthstones.  



 
 So I came up with this.  The same hammered heart, but I added small silver beads to center the birthstones.  

She then decided she wanted the pendant to hang on a long 34" chain, instead of the typical 18" chain.  This looked beautiful, but caused a problem.  The delicate heart was too light for the weight of the chain.  We needed to add some 'heft' to her pendant.

 This one was the first winner.  She loved the idea of adding a stamped charm, but was not fond of the extra bead dangles.

 And then considered adding three charms.  Too much of the heart was covered up, so we tried two 








 
and moved them to the back. Yes!















 And here it is! A totally unique piece, created by the customer that reflects her heart.  "so thankful"

And that's the process! Is there something you've seen that you'd like to create for yourself or a loved one?  Let's work together to make it a reality!

Birthstone Heart Pendant

This custom silver heart pendant is petite, yet stunning!  It measure approximately 1 inch wide.  It can hold up to 5 birthstones of your choice.  The wire is hand shaped and hammered to hold its shape. A chain can be added separately.
 

Birthstone Leaf Wire

non-tarnish silver $8.00 USD sterling silver .925 $16.00 USD

Peas in a Pod

Peas in a pod pendant.  Made with non-tarnish silver wire.  Two 10 mm Swarovski Elements Crystal Pearls $10.  Three Pearls $12. Four pearls $14.  Your choice of 45 colors.  Chain may be added for an additional $6. Please allow extra time for custom orders. Three green pea pod pendant in stock.  Second photo is sample of a custom order. 

Number of Peas

2 Peas $10.00 USD 3 peas $12.00 USD 4 peas $14.00 USD 2 peas with chain $16.00 USD 3 peas with chain $18.00 USD 4 peas with chain $20.00 USD

Ring of the Day- June 8th!

Ring of the Day! This funky yellow button is in celebration of my kids' first day of summer vacation! I wear one in blue and get compliments every time it's on! It is about 1 1/2 x 1 inch. Today only--HALF PRICE--$5. Customized in your size with non-tarnish gold or silver wire. Can be mailed for an additional $3!  E-mail me to see if it is still available.

Newly hatched pendant!

I just put this lovely non-tarnish silver wire nest pendant, hanging on a sterling silver chain, in the mail to a friend.  The 'eggs' represent the birth month of her family!  Thank you, Jamie!

Spring is in the Air

Since we got our last snow (maybe) of the winter last week and my daffodils are starting to bloom, I am in the mood for Spring to start!  This time of year reminds me of hope, the promise of sunny days, new Life and all critters small and fluffy.  This is the perfect time of year to wear my favorite necklace--my bird nest pendant.  Mine has three little eggs in it, one for the birth month of each of my children.  When I am holding my youngest, three years old, he loves to poke at my nest and tell me which one is his 'egg' and which ones belong to his siblings.  He's a smart little chickie.  I love my family, my children and wearing my little 'nest' with all that is represents: a promise, sunshine, Life and my little critters.

 

(I searched through all my photos to see if there was a photo of me wearing my 'nest' and this is the only one I could find. :)

Nap Time Special

NAP TIME SPECIAL!  Today I am taking these rings down to a local store at my toddler's nap time (sometime around 1), but if you come to my house today before I deliver them, you'll get a $2 discount! They are marked at $14--you can get them for $12!  The turquoise is a size 7.5, the sunburst is size 9 and the round rhinestone is a size 8.  First come first serve! I should be home all morning!  Great as a 'cocktail ring' or to add some sparkle to that Christmas dress!

Recent bird nest necklace I made.  I now have chains available for pendants.

newest batch

I delivered this batch of rings to "Some Things" in town recently.  They are there for your shopping enjoyment! I also have some beautiful Christmas rings made of vintage glass buttons with Sterling Silver or 14k Gold fill wire. 

Ring a Ding Ding!

Here is a sampler of rings I have displayed in town at "Clarie's Mercantile."  This shows the variety of rings that can be made.  If you're in town, stop by and check them out! I also have a similar selection at "Some Things" in town.  "Some Things" is also carrying a limited amount of Christmas rings made of Sterling Silver and 14k Gold-fill wire with gorgeous vintage glass buttons!

Claires-Mercantile 

Some-Things 

Loopy Necklace

I wanted to make a gift for my sister-in-law, and after some internet browsing, I adapted something we saw into this version of a necklace.  It has four circles of spiraled non-tarnish silver wire and hangs from a silver chain.  My sister-in-law has four in her family, so I made this with the 'Mommy and Daddy" circles and two "children" hoops.

It can also be made in Sterling Silver--every component will be made of sterling.  The necklace is designed to rest at the collarbone and is approx. 16 inches.

Loopy Wire

non-tarnish silver $20.00 USD sterling silver .925 $42.00 USD

Ring #2 I wear

This is the ring I wore today.  It came from the dish of buttons that I inherited from my husbands grandmother after she passed away.  When I looked in the jar, I had a hard time choosing which of the beautiful trinkets to fashion into a ring--so many great possibilities!  When I saw the cheery orange color of this one and the fun flower type shape, I just knew it was the one!

I don't wear much orange, but being in Oregon State Beaver and Dallas Dragon country, the color orange comes naturally with the territory.  Also, since the orange is somewhat transparent, I can get away with wearing it with my bright salmon GAP capri's (which are quite exciting in themself)!
Stay tuned for next week when I share about another one of the rings I wear!

Crow Keychain

My sister said I should make keychains for those who don't wear much jewelry.  Due to being busy and slightly unmotivated, I left it as a great idea.  Then I got an e-mail from my friend, Amy, asking for a "Crow Keychain."  With a bit of experimentation and some wire bending, I came up with this cute keychain!  If you'd like a keychain, I could make most any pendant style on a keychain for you!