Friday, August 31, 2007

10 KT the New Standard?

Metal prices have gone out of this world over the last year to the point that the average Jill can't afford platinum any more, and the average Jo has to buy her, what? Can it really be happening? Is 10...

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Thursday, August 30, 2007

Mondera Circle Sale

Circles are still pretty much "in" for the jewelry lovers of the world. They aren't the hot craze that they were a few months ago, but I still see a lot of people wearing circle pendant necklaces. If you've been...

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The Swirls of Abalone

I am very fond of natural beads that have flash, iridiscence, sparkle, glitter, so moonstone and labradorite are favourites as are lepidolite, some mother of pearl, and abalone. When I am able to combine these into one piece of jewelry that is aesthetically pleasing, that makes me really happy. So I like the abalone and labradorite bracelet that you see above very much. Besides pretty swirling abalone ovals and the nuggets and coins of labradorite that have tons of good blue flash, I used some of Robin Weber's best (I think) silver lentil lampwork beads that do a great deal of glistening on their own. Karen Hill Tribe silver from Thailand and a Bali sterling toggle clasp complete the bracelet. This bracelet and the other abalone jewelry can be found on the Cluny Grey site on the Abalone Jewelry page.




I made two sets of simple earrings: the first resemble chandeliers with the difference being that only one oval of abalone hangs from each chandelier. The earrings below have some of the same abalone ovals, only this time they hang from very thick and large chain links of imprinted Karen Hill Tribes' chain which in turn hang from sterling earwires with a large swirled disk on the front and wires that fasten in the back.
Abalone jewelry goes with many different styles and colours of clothing. A lot of abalone that you see in jewelry is actually a veneer of the mother of pearl glued to a some sort of backing. True natural abalone is a plain brown on one side with the beautiful iridiscent mother of pearl on the other. Abalone is really a hard substance, so natural abalone is great for jewelry.


I'm still busy putting more of our Fall jewelry on the website. Meanwhile, we had a great thunder shower today which finally cooled things off a bit.





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Wednesday, August 29, 2007

Fair Trade Diamond Video

This isn't a fancy video, though it does have some semi-interesting camera shots, but what Martin Rapaport, CEO of the Rapaport Group, has to say I think is nice to hear. The Rapaport Group is also the publishers of Diamonds.net...

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Konstantino Treasures Today

It's not difficult at all to understand how the word "treasures" was selected as part of this jewelry collection by Konstantino, as he manages to cull from his ancient Greek heritage. I mean, Wow!, can't you just imagine some Greek...

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JIS Miami Beach Show

This October the Jewelers International Showcase will be held in Miami Beach, Florida. This is a wholesale show not open to the general public. This means that you need to either own a store or retail jewelry from some other...

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Tuesday, August 28, 2007

Jewelry Web Job Board

I just discovered what might be a great resource for anyone in need of a job in the jewelry or watch industry or anyone who needs to post about a job as well. It's a web site called JewelryandWatchJobs.com, and...

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Monday, August 27, 2007

Dive Into New Men's Watch Collection

Shano has a new watch collection out for men, and especially for men who are into diving. A little off time since the summer is over, but still, even if your guy doesn't have time to hit the water, he...

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-::On Body::-

I've been meaning to do a photoshoot with some friends for ages, but haven't got around to it... so today I grabbed a tripod and shot this image by myself. One of these days, I'll have my own photographic team, and a photo studio. Material: Black / white acrylic, sterling silver. Method: hand pieced, drilled and assembled.


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:::Gift Box:::

It has been one of those projects that I thought may never eventuate... but here it is!! Every item from the Anatomy of F series will come carefully packaged in this custom designed box shipped all the way from Japan. The catalogue (which includes the retail price list) can be downloaded from the previous post. For more information on any of the pieces from the range, please send me an email!



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::Lace Pendant::

Here is a pendant I made today- I had two days off work, so I developed the experiment from the last post : ) This one is hand pieced, hand drilled and assembled. I think I might try dyeing the components next.



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-::From my work bench::-

Hello! I feel like I haven't posted any new designs for a while, so here are couple of pictures from my work bench. The first is a quick sample piece I did- inspired by lace, doilies and chandeliers. The second is a continuation study of the Royal Affinity Series, but I have added another layer to increase the depth in the design.




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The Royal Affinity Series

I've had this design in my head for a while now. It's similar to the Virgin Brooch I made last year. Acrylic, enamel with 950 silver backing. It has 2 cluch pins to secure to the body. 75 x 60 x 5 mm.



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Sneak Preview of New Range

After 6 months of being bound to a teaching contract, I am finally free of duties! I have began designing and making prototypes for my new range. Here is one which may be included in the new series. This is a reversable pendant, hand sawed and hand dyed on plastic chain. 120 x 50 x 4 mm

Also, Guy and I will be presenting the "I Blame the Uni" range at Pecha-kucha Night on the 28th of March at Superdelux in Roppongi. If you live in Tokyo, please come along! Full information of the night can be found at the Pecha Kucha website.

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Double your sales with Jewelry Sets

One of the most common enquires from our wholesale silver jewelry clients..."Do you have new matching sets coming in?"
The logic is simple.
When a retail customer is out looking for a pair of earrings or a pendant, chances are they will buy the matching piece if it is available. This is especially true in the case of silver jewelry where cost plays a much smaller part than gold or platinum jewelry when it comes to the final decision factor.

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Ebay...the next frontier for independent jewelers

According to the latest survey by JCOC, Ebay is the second most popular destination to shop for jewelry online. 19% of the the survey participants made their purchase through Ebay. See below for details:
Bidz.com - 22%
Ebay.com - 19%
JewelryTelevision.com - 14%
Overstock.com - 10%
Amazon.com - 8%
Ice.com - 5%
Bluenile.com - 2%
Ashford.com - 1%
Seems like for independent jewelers, the best way to join the e-commerce arena is to sell their collection through Ebay.

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Vogues Goes Video in a Big Way

We are all familiar with the hard copy magazine, Vogue, but now, they have gone video in a big way, as in a big new web site full of shopping favs which have taken a clue from the traditional magazine...

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Steven Zale at Designer Showcase

Okay, before you start assuming the name Zales belongs that that jewelry chain store you see in your local mall, well, don't assume. This is about Steven Zale, a California based jewelry manufacturer and designer who makes fine jewelry. Funny...

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Photoshoot in Shinjuku




Here are some shots of a little modelling Guy and I did over the weekend with our lovely model Yuka from the Trippple Nippples and also the cute Emiko from Candy in Shinjuku.




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Some Oldies

I am slowly settling back to the Australian rhythm of life style after living in Tokyo for almost 2 years... I had forgotten how quiet it can be at night- I'm finding it difficult to get to sleep! Before I get too comfortable though, looks like I will be relocating to Holland at the end of the year. Not sure when exactly, but it's going to be another adventure : ) I was sorting through some of my old work from the University days, and decided to take some new photos. Oh... how much I was in love with using polyester resin! I stopped using it for health reasons, as it can be very toxic to work with it for an extended periods of time. Maybe I'll go back to it someday.





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Jewelry & Fashion Blogosphere 08/19/07

We start off our jewelry and fashion blogosphere goodies with Style Bakery's on the rise designers. That means jewelry designers as well as clothing and other accessories. Check out StyleBakery.com's winners of their annual "On The Rise" awards honoring this...

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Edgy Fine Jewelry

Because of her choice of metals and gemstones, jewelry designer Nina Basharova's collections can be ranked in the area of fine jewelry. Yet, her designs have a little more going on than your average jewelry shop fare. She describes them:...

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Demand for silver jewelry is on the rise.

There's something to learn from this mother's Day shopping season...
According to a recent survey conducted by Jewelry Consumer Opinion Council, the number of consumers who actually bought silver jewelry for the occasion is 56% higher than those who were planning on buying silver jewelry for their mom. Compare with the same survey conducted in 2006, there is a 200% increase on consumers who intended to buy silver jewelry and a 6% increase on those who actually bought silver. According to the same survey, silver jewelry has surpassed white gold as the second favorite for Mother's Day and earrings and necklaces (including pendants with chains) has remained the two most popular category.
About one-third of the survey participants spent less than $100, with 30% spent $100-$200 and 30% spent $200-$1000. With 50% of all participants were planning on spending $100-$300, it means a lot of consumers wanted more but spending less at the end.
Consumers wants fine jewelry but at a lower price point. Unlike traditional plain silver or costume jewelry, premium design silver jewelry with rhodium finish has the appeal of a precious metal with the look and feel of fine jewelry at the price most consumers can afford.

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More Laws About Lead and Jewelry

It's about time! Funny how I've been reporting about lead in children's jewelry for years, and it just seemed to go and on. Now, with all the toy problems related to lead paint, it seems more legislatures have woken up...

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...and some more

Cloud Pendant. 65 x 40 x 3mm with 300 mm sterling silver chain.
Bow Pendant in black and cream. 75 x 50 x 3 mm.




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Starbucks Gets Nosey about Jewelry

Everyone enjoys complaining about Starbucks, so here's something else you can add to your list of complaints. They are down on jewelry, even when it might be part of an employee's cultural heritage. Now they are being held accountable for...

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Almost...

Hello everyone. I'm back in Sydney and enjoying catching up with friends and families. Of course, I have not forgotten about the Anatomy of F release. We are just making some final adjustments on the look-book and waiting for the gift boxes to arrive from Japan... the release day is very near! Meanwhile here is a sneak view of the "Frost" brooches. Hand dyed acrylic with silver rivets.



Also, I just wanted to send a quick thank yous to the wonderful people out there who have featured my designs on their blogs. They are... Urban Outfitters, Pistol Whipped Cream, Notcouture, Dear Ada, an Italian site Frizzifrizzi, ... StyleHive featured a small interview with me. Thank you everyone... I am greatly humbled.

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Justin "Rings" It Up?

Will it be a nice shiny new platinum wedding band with wedding bells ringing in the background for Justin Timerlake and Jessica Biel? Life and Style Magazine reports that the two have been out and about shopping for some bling,...

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:::Earrings:::

Some new designs from The Anatomy of F collection- Inspired by flexing hair stands, European architecture and lace patterns. The catalogue + price list download can be found here. Now offering free international shipping + handling, plus they come packaged in a cute custom designed gift box! These earrings + plus other fabulous Aussie designs are also available from Moose. Moose is also having a birthday special until the 15th of July. Receive 15% discount on all purchases! All you need to do is enter this code: moose1 at checkout. Happy shopping!





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Frangipani Pendant

Here is a new reversible pendant I designed. I want to make some matching earrings next, and perhaps try dyeing the pieces in different colors. 120 x 55 x 4 mm



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Briolettes Make the Cut

Briolettes are still super hot right now, especially for gemstone jewelry designs like these from JEWEL COUTURE LLC who continues to expand on its Precious Briolette Collection. A briolette is a side-drilled, rather than drilled from top to bottom, bead....

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Figtree Pendant

A new design from the "The Anatomy of F" collection. Hand dyed acrylic with fine silver rivets on brass chain. Pendant 63 x 35 x 4 mm


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My recent exhibitions

I have been keeping myself very busy recently with a number of exhibition, and shop openings. There was Sieraad 2006 in Amsterdam, the opening of CANDY, a boutque in Shinjuku- my first Tokyo stockist (yay!), and last night I exhibited my work in a small gallery in Urayasu. Here is a picture from Sieraad 2006 in Amsterdam.



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The Anatomy of F collection



It's finally time to launch my new collection "The Anatomy of F". Hurray!! Here is a link to the catalogue. For prices and order information, please drop me an email! xxk

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Reversable Pendant


It feels like absolutely forever since I made any new jewellery. But with some orders out of the way, I decided to indulge in a whole day of jewellery designing and making. I've had so many different ideas recently, but here's one I made today. Hand saw-pieced and hand dyed. It can be worn on either side - I think one side is more masculine than the other. Dimension 80 x 80 x 4 mm on long continuous chain.

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