New (old) Brass Designs in the Shop

 Caesars Roman Chariot Medallion

I am so excited! I was able to get more of the antique/vintage findings from Connecticut and I just listed some new designs in my Etsy shop.  These findings originate from Rhode Island in the old jewelry factory district. 

and are authentically old pieces. The quality is excellent!

 English Hunt Scene

Brass Medallion Shell Design 

Bead caps are back in stock too! Get them while you can!

Victorian Copper Flora Pendant 

the back is just as beautiful!

New Etchings

I spent two days working on some new etched pieces, some for my Flapyourwings Etsy shop and others for me. Most of the pieces came out good and then there were some duds.  

My favorite is the "good pony" tag...it conjures up good memories, a time a few years ago when a friends horses were a very important part of my life. I miss them everyday....still.

look at the little ears peeking out....

 One of my etched pendants is the focal for this layered necklace. A butterfly image and the word "Inspire" evoke images of spring and inspiration. Tiny Czech glass beads are linked in a rosary fashion and a vintage brass chain is added as another layer to adorn the neck. 

You can find this piece on my website JudithBDesigns 

Busy Hands

I have been staying super busy making jewelry and doing lots of etching. The DH has been away in lovely Nevada and is on his way home as I speak, so when he is away I stay busier than usual so the time goes quicker. My fingers are a mess from oxidizing and scrubbing with steel wool, no model hands here. My fall and winter shows are lining up nicely. I have decided to offer some of my etched pieces in my Flapyourwings  Etsy shop. I have far too many pieces and will never use them all. Several people have asked if I would sell them so I decided to, so far it has been a great success.  

 Etched copper "good dog" tag/pendant

 Crossroads

I had purchased these gorgeous jasper and lapis beads from Mary on my last trip to the Nashville flea market. I can't get enough of this color combination!

Harvest Moon

Can a girl ask for anything more?

Yesterday I attended a bead show in Nashville. I spent over an hour and way too much money at one booth alone called AD. Adornments Kathy had the best findings in the styles that I adore. I am sure you can pick them out in this picture.
I can't wait to get started with all of this loveliness!! I did not really get too many beads and I tried to get something I have not had before, like the pyrite and Tibetan beads. I fell for the gray pearls and modern dyed shell disks. After I spent ALL my money the DH and I went for an early dinner to Maggiano's. Can a girl ask for anything more?

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