treasurebox

Every princess (at any age) keeps her jewellery in a 'treasure box'. I hope you find something here worthy to be a part of your little treasures...

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I am tired of the rat race because I do not want to be a No.1 rat...so I'm trying out something that makes me smile.

Thursday, May 28, 2009

TRUE BLUE

Precious Stones : Lapis Lazulli & Turquoise. True colours and hues of Blue placed on earth by God - The True Artist...

Fast facts on Lapis Lazulli:
  • The name "lapis" is Persian for blue.
  • Prior to 1828, it was used as pigment for ultramarine paint.
  • The name comes from Arabic "allazward" meaning sky or blue. At one time it was valued on an equal level, in weight, with gold.
MING BLUE : Lapis Lazuli Rondelle with Freshwater Pearls on Rhodium Lever Back Earhooks $65
PRIVATE ORDER


















Fast facts on
Turquoise:
  • The word "turquoise" is derived from the French term "pierre turquoise" which means "stone of Turkey".
  • During the 16th century there was a misconception that the turquoise gemstones, bought from Turkish traders were actually originated in Persia.
  • With dwindling global reserves of turquoise, high-quality turquoise jewelry pieces can be viewed as an investment in an appreciating asset - much like diamonds or other valuable gems and stones.

TEAL BLUE : Oval Turquoise with Rhodium Oval Hoops on Rhodium Ear Hooks $65
SOLD

Saturday, May 23, 2009

CREATIVE CHALLENGE I

I set myself a creative challenge - create different treasures using the same materials...Here's what I've designed...If you can think of anything else, write me...I'll make it for you complimentary...*wink!* All in the name of creativity! And fun of course!

THE MATERIALS : Hammered Rose Gold Hoops + Swarovski Cream Pearls + 14k Gold Hooks



















DESIGN I : Hammered Rose Gold Hoops with Swarovski Cream Pearls on 14k Gold Hooks

























DESIGN II : Hammered Rose Gold Hoops with Swarovski Cream Pearls on 14k Gold Hooks



















DESIGN III : Hammered Rose Gold Hoops with Swarovski Cream Pearls on 14k Gold Hooks




















DESIGN IV : Hammered Rose Gold Hoops with Swarovski Cream Pearls on 14k Gold Hooks

BLING BLING

Magpie syndrome strikes...again! Couldn't keep my paws off those irresistible 'shiny-blingy-thingy(s)'...

TRIA : Double Teardrop Rhodium Studded with Cubic Zirconia plus Austrian Glass Copper Brown Briolette on Rhodium Chain $85



Tria can be worn 3 ways (see attached pictures)






























































CROSSWALK : Cross Pendant (with Heart-shaped Side Drill) Studded with Cubic Zirconia on Rhodium Toggle Clasp and Rhodium Chain PRIVATE ORDER $85

HOOPs & LOOPs

My interpretation of fun with Hoops & Loops...

'O'oo-La-La : Rhodium Oval Hoops with Austrian Crystal (Moonlight-with Silver Backing) on Rhodium Ear Studs $55


























Triple 'O' : Textured 14k Gold Hoops on Gold Ear Studs $45




Friday, May 1, 2009

PEARLISED PARADISE

Pearls are often misunderstood as being "mum-sy" or too mature or old fashioned but I believe these creations of mine will make you think otherwise... Introducing - Pearls with a modern twist. Fingers crossed that I'll be able to change your mind...

GOLD NUGGET : Swarovski Gold Pearl Nugget Twist with Swarovski 'Helix' Crystal on 14k Gold Hooks with Cubic Zircornia $45
SOLD


























SHADOW QUARTZ: Swarovski 'Black Diamond' Crystals with Swarovski Cream Pearl on Rhodium Hooks $45



















BLUSH : Powder Rose Freshwater Pearls (5mm & 6mm teardrop) on 14k Gold Rings (textured) with 14k Gold Hooks $65
SOLD



















RAINDROPS : Light Grey Swarovski Pearls (3mm - 8mm) on Rhodium Rings and Chain $75
SOLD





















ZEBRA : Black & White Plastic Beads (Faceted, Pearlised, Clear and Opaque) on Rhodium Chain PRIVATE ORDER






















GENEVIENE : 7mm & 5mm Freshwater Pearls spaced with Austrian Swarovski 'Crystal Moonlight' Crystals and 5mm Swarovski Crystals on Rhodium Chain PRIVATE ORDER
Designed this simple but sweet neck piece and earrings for a dear friend for her wedding day...The pictures you see here are the work in progress shots (note that nothing is connected...I usually place the pieces on my work top to get the placement, length and design right) — the minute I was done, I rushed to courier them to her that I forgot to re-shoot the pieces. Ooopps...