Friday, January 25, 2013
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
Love, Strength, Purity Valentine Necklace
Love, Strength and Purity.
This gold stamped charm with copper heart accent hangs on a silver chain and represents these qualities.
5 available, ready to custom stamp for your Valentine.
Wouldn't the initial of your loved one look charming nestled behind the heart? $14.
(Chain may vary, but will be similar in link size).
ALL SOLD, Thank you!
Friday, January 18, 2013
Friday, January 11, 2013
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.
Wednesday, January 2, 2013
OPEN FOR BUSINESS!
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)
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!
Monday, December 3, 2012
CHRISTMAS ORDERS
In order to guard my family time this Christmas season, I am asking for all
Christmas jewelry orders to be placed by Wednesday, December 12th.
I will only be able to make jewelry from the supplies on hand as there is not much time to place an order for certain specific custom orders. I should still be able to fill almost every item on my site--please ask!
Thank you--I will open up shop again in the New Year!
God Bless and Merry Christmas! Kelsey
Sunday, November 25, 2012
Monday, November 12, 2012
Christmas Ball Necklace and Earring
Christmas is coming! It's time to pull out those sweaters and bundle up! To celebrate the beauty of the Christmas season, I created these Christmas Ball earring and necklace sets. The ones in the photo are made of either dark green or red glass pearls. The bead cap is Sterling Silver and the necklace hangs on a Sterling Silver chain. The earrings hang on Sterling Silver ear wires. I have just a few of these available. I also have non-sterling silver options waiting to be handcrafted! They are delicate and timeless!
Thursday, November 1, 2012
Custom Earrings and Pin!
Rememberance Necklace
Custom Sport Charm Bracelet
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.
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Hammered Heart on Long Chain
(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!
Monday, October 15, 2012
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!
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.
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!
Friday, October 12, 2012
Birthstone Heart Pendant
Special Order
I made this pair of earrings as a custom order. We started with metal, size and gemstone desired. 14k gold fill wire with freshwater pearls are what we ended up with---hammered into a precious swirl and hung from tulip embellished closed ear wires. Do you want me to create something you have in mind? Contact me and we'll get our creative juices flowing to create a truly one-of-a-kind piece--designed by you!
Saturday, September 29, 2012
Lincoln Fundraiser through Oct. 1
If you didn't get the chance to come out to the fundraiser for Lincoln, a three year old hero fighting cancer, check out my facebook album. There is jewelry I made especially for the event and I will keep for sale through Monday, Oct 1.
50% of the sales from these items will be donated to the family for expenses related to his valiant battle! Be the first to comment on the photo of the item you want in the "Lincoln Fundraiser" album and it's yours!
Follow this link:
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.526856740661632.134495.300528156627826&type=1
50% of the sales from these items will be donated to the family for expenses related to his valiant battle! Be the first to comment on the photo of the item you want in the "Lincoln Fundraiser" album and it's yours!
Follow this link:
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.526856740661632.134495.300528156627826&type=1
Monday, September 24, 2012
Double Swirl Earring
Infinity Ring
Fundraiser for Lincoln Jones
A friend of mine has a little boy who is fighting cancer. There will be a fundraiser for him on Saturday, Sept. 29th from 4-7 pm. Description:
"We are hosting a Pampered Chef, Scentsy, bath salts and oils and jewelry party in an effort to fundraise more money for Lincoln and his family. This will be held open house style. Drop in anytime and shop a little. We promise to provide some awesome snacks! Can't make it? Don't worry! You can order ahead of time. Please help us in our effort to help Lincoln. Pass the word to your friends, bring them with you! Let's see how much money we can raise together!"
If you want more info. contact me on facebook for the address! I've been crafting some new jewelry for this event. 50% of all my sales will go to benefit the special little guy!
"We are hosting a Pampered Chef, Scentsy, bath salts and oils and jewelry party in an effort to fundraise more money for Lincoln and his family. This will be held open house style. Drop in anytime and shop a little. We promise to provide some awesome snacks! Can't make it? Don't worry! You can order ahead of time. Please help us in our effort to help Lincoln. Pass the word to your friends, bring them with you! Let's see how much money we can raise together!"
If you want more info. contact me on facebook for the address! I've been crafting some new jewelry for this event. 50% of all my sales will go to benefit the special little guy!
Friday, September 7, 2012
Ring of the Day (Necklace of the week!)
Ring of the Day! This Ring of the Day is a
"Necklace of the Week"! With the last few days of summer remaining and
fall just around the corner, this darling acorn pendant is my feature
item! If you place an order between Friday Sept. 7 and Saturday Sept.
15, you can save $$. The glass acorn pendant hangs on a antique brass
necklace. Sale price $14. Limited amount available. Contact me by e-mail or on facebook to reserve yours!
Monday, August 27, 2012
Acorn Pendant: A World Inside
The acorn may be small, but it holds a world inside.
"Rust" acorn glass pearl bead.
"Dark Copper" glass pearl acorn bead.
This charming acorn pendant hangs from a brass chain. It comes in two colors, "Rust" or "Dark Copper." $16
"Faith sees a beautiful blossom in a bulb, a lovely garden in a seed, and a giant oak in an acorn.” -- William Arthur Ward
Peas in a Pod
Thursday, August 2, 2012
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