In the mood for love - Sold

Yup, LOVE charm matched with an adorable fuchsia heart bead from Japan previously featured in these babies (Kitschy Love & Of Cherubs & Love). I'm now down to 2 of these beads, so once its sold it's gone. 14k gold plated chain measures 23", while pendant measures approx 3cm.

Silver Drop - Sold

A textured silver briolette pendant hangs off a 20" cable chain. I guess this piece doesn't have a really special story. Except that i love how simple it is, and the pendant in silver lends it a weight that i like despite it being hollowed out. All parts are 925 sterling silver. Pendant measures 2cm. View close-up of pendant here. A silver cleaning cloth included with the purchase.

Culinaire - Sold

Mini series of utensils accompanied by bling bling. Whoever said you need to be a celebrity for people to take notice at you while you have a meal? Culinaire will accord you the celebrity status you so deserve. Measuring in at 2cm excluding earstuds, petite star power is still guaranteed! Think Hayden Panettiere who's the current pocket rocket of Hollywood. ;)

Rowan - SOLD

Rowan, is definitely not the little red one as her gaelic origins say she is. Rowan ties petite salsa cubic zirconia teardrops to gilded 14k gold plated rings with cloisonne fans to tower at 5.5cm excluding 14k gold plated earhooks. Definitely one of my most attractive chinoiserie inspired creations so far. Other views here and here.

I'm not worried, I'm happy! - SOLD

Picked up the girl charm at the bead shop and couldn't stop laughing nor thinking how adorable this is. Partially coz i had picked up these stickers with a girl's face that was similar and had this pout and a caption that said "I'm not worried, I'm happy!" Obviously a jibe about her state of emotions. Maybe i'll try to get my friend whom i've given the stickers away to, to snap a picture to show you the similarity. Added green apple charms that I picked up in HK and lovely Japanese glass beads with a rose pink crystal to top of this cutesy necklace. 14k gold plated chain measures 24".

La Forketta - SOLD

Nom nom. Guess with this pair, nobody will deny you food anymore. Afterall if you have the utensils, you just need the hands long enough to reach it. Measuring 5.5cm excluding 14k gold plated earhooks. Eating has never been this fashionable.

Daniella - SOLD

Sister to Dorothy, Daniella is the younger sis that always try to outshines the older sis. With the latest colour addition to Swarovski, Copper, Daniella now finally manages sparkle more than Dorothy. Daniella measures 3cm excluding 14k gold plated earhooks.

Cheryl - SOLD

Cheryl is sunny and cheery with polymer clay sunflowers with faceted amazonite teardrops. Pretty and preppy! Cheryl measures approx 3cm excluding 14k gold plated earhooks. Limited numbers available.

Itzel - Sold

Itzel features charming carved rose quartz roses atop pale blue/violet chalcedony briolettes. These petite pretties are absolutely gorgeous and charming earrings to have. I can't even believe i can come up with something like that coz really sweet and pretty isn't entirely my style. Itzel measures 2.8cm excluding gold filled earhooks. Itzel has also been wired up with gold filled wires to last that bit longer.

Even though all metals will tarnish in a matter of time, we don't always have to be fatalistic about it. Just take a little bit more care over the items you cherish. Not too hard ainnit. ;)

酶 (Mei) - SOLD

Mei is a distinctive red and black combo. Unapologetic for her roots nor trying to break stereotypes, Mei just is who she is. Mei stands tall with carved cinnabar beads and glass leaves at 4cm excluding 14k gold plated earhooks.

Eunice - SOLD

Eunice never really knows if she should be prim or persuasive. On one hand, her matte gold lattice speaks of a restrained elegance, but the orange crackled glass on her speaks of an altogether more outgoing personality. Her muse could be you, or are you hers? Eunice measures 5cm excluding 14k gold plated earhooks.

Laced - SOLD

Laced Black

Laced White

Was kinda busy over the weekends in Feb. Too many things happened, HK trip to visit a family friend (where i picked up these beauties), V-Day watching my bf perform with Mathilda & The Motherfunkies @ Esplanade and a passing within the family. Finally the last weekend of Feb to post something, perhaps just to cheer myself up.

Laced Black & White has lace in their respective colours encased in clear acrylic. This must be the HK version to these that the Japanese have. Wonder what would our local tapestry reflect. The pictures are colour accurate, as you might have noticed that Laced Black has black lace encased in clear acrylic that has a slight tinge of red. The teardrops measure 3cm excluding stainless steel earhooks / 14k gold plated earhooks.

Ring of Fire - Sold

The Taste Of Love Is Sweet
When Hearts Like Ours Meet
I Fell For You Like A Child
Oh, But The Fire Went Wild

I Fell Into A Burning Ring Of Fire
I Went Down, Down, Down
And The Flames Went Higher
And It Burns, Burns, Burns
The Ring Of Fire
The Ring Of Fire

Johnny Cash - Ring of Fire

Ring of Fire is made with a departure of the usual materials that i tend to use. This time round i've dabbled with gold filled ear hoops and wrapped them with scarlet faceted czech glass beads using gold filled wire. I've been wanting to do this design for a really, really long time, but never managed to find the beads that would immortalize this design. Finally, it's done! The ear hoops measure 4.5cm across. Comes with a polish cloth for you to keep this design lasting longer!

Michelle - SOLD

Funny how things with pastel colours always ends up with my description as spring related. But the light and chirpy colours does bring some cheer to me, maybe it's the cool breeze, the light sun that warms our heart or a happy tune that pops into my head. Thinking of the tune as i walk with a light heart to wherever i'm going, Michelle is precisely that spring in my step. Measuring a not too dimunitive 5.5cm excluding 14k gold plated earhooks, Michelle gives a much needed boost to the dreary times we live in. Afterall isn't the feeling of finding little yellow flowers peeking at you such a darling.

Meredith - SOLD

Meredith lives up the high life with her love of St Tropez. Ever the classy one, she doesn't believe in over-extravagance. Everything about her is just right, down to the shade of blue & the use of gold. Everything must be ever balanced. Meredith measures 3.5cm excluding 14k gold plated earhooks.

Love - SOLD

Love floats on a 20" 14k gold plated cable chain. This brass charm tells it like it is. Perfect for your Valentine, BFF or even your family members, just to tell them that you do love them. I could embellish more, but i think I should leave that to you, afterall love is about all those wonderful memories you've created together.

The brass charm is weighted, so it will actually look like it's written on a straight line (when worn) as opposed to most charms dangling off the loop of 'L'.

Grandma's Wisdom

Close-up

How to amuse people around you

Think you need to show your wisdom beyond your years with an accessory? I'm sure this will do the job plenty. Ol' grandma telling stories and giving useful advice. Sitting you down and sharing cookies & milk. Always a shoulder to cry on. The chain measures 19", while the entire necklace has a drop of a necklace that is 24" long.

Retail Price: SGD26

*I've got my own (seeing how cute this is, how can i resist) and worn it for for at least 4 days. I've gotten a hit rate of 80% comments from friends & family whom i've met. They all think it's an absolute laugh. My friend's mom suggested for me to give it to my mom for Mother's Day (an apt present perhaps?), my cousins have offered it to their dad, my grandma has shook her head in disagreement. This is definitely one necklace everyone will notice.

Happy Lunar New Year!!

May the year of the Ox bring us stability, prosperity, good health and abundance. Especially in these times, i think stability & good health will really bring us through. Of course prosperity & abundance is an added bonus. :)

Have a Happy Lunar New Year! Eat more New Year goodies! Don't forget the pineapple tarts and most importantly lots of water! Falling sick after CNY is not the best feeling of all.

I will be launching a super cool necklace after the 1st day (apparently there's a superstition for businesses to be operating on the 1st day of CNY), so some time this week you'll get to see the necklace. I think it's absolutely cool & after wearing mine out yesterday and getting lots of comments about how cute & funny it is, i'm pretty sure you girls will think the same too! And there'll be a necklace for lovers who are looking a present for their gf's, Valentine's Day is coming soon afterall!

Love,
Dawne

Keep your eyes peeled

This is not a post for a new item, or another series, but for something worth a lot more that I feel all of us should take some time to read, feel and think of what our inactions will also mean. Spreading the word, sharing what's happening around us will make sure that companies like these will not be able to get away with doing something like that.

It disgusts me to know that the basic decency of informing the workers of what is going to happen to them, nor arrangements for A meal was not made. Imagine the amount of money the workers hands have made for them, without them being paid minimal sums of money for them to enjoy the fat margins to buy them that cushy Merc S class or that 7 series that they get to go to work in. The least that they could do for the workers as a human being watching out for a fellow human wasn't even there. So they were all mere integers in this whole big game.

Read more here.

Linearis - All Sold

Yes, finally the collection that i've been tempting you with is up. The Linearis collection comprises of 10 simple bracelets in gold and silver tones. Classic lines for daily wear and casual affairs. Each bracelet has its own defining look beyond the chosen complementing semi-precious stone. Each bracelet is exclusive, so you will not bump into someone on the street wearing the same bracelet as you, minute the chances may be before we've now reduced it to zero.

Silveria - Sold

Silver quartz puff squares with lock & key toggle closure. Silver quartz does not fall within the family of traditionally used crystals for healing, but quartz in general are used to amplify thought patterns and energies.

Ebony

Onyx faceted coins with fancy flower toggle closure and double linked rhodium plated chains.
A stone believed to encourage good fortune, enhance self control (something to keep us in check during CNY perhaps?) and stimulate decisiveness (No, that was the last pineapple tart. Nooooo..).

Ruby

A single length chain meant for double-winding, ruby quartz are the chosen starlets for this bracelet. Again ruby quartz does not fall within the family of traditionally used crystals for healing, but quartz in general are used to amplify thought patterns and energies. Goes really well with the fair chinese skin tone, an option for CNY, if you're not into the whole red scene. I think subtle is good. ;p

Apatite

Oh my apatite gorgeous babies which have made it's rounds in several Smitten bracelets. Beyond it's gorgeous luxx look that is adds to any jewelry, it also helps as a bridge between consciousness and matter. Useful in healing, communication and energy balancing. Dazzle all your female cousins with this luxx bracelet while you drink up all the packet chrysanthemum tea while waiting for the pineapple tarts to be refilled.

Kyanos

Kyanite rectangles showing depth as its different layers refracts light in different wavelengths. Kyanite is believed to help in the creative expression of art, dance, writing, etc. It's also thought to bring to one serenity, especially when you've lost a bout of pineapple tart eating competition with cousins half your age. Accepting defeat will not be easy.

Dorian Grey

Labradorite faceted squares with the blue fire that its famous for. Helpful in connecting one's destiny with the stars. Pineapple Tart Queen perhaps.

Mamamacha

Malachite puff coins. Known as a children's talisman to ward off danger and illness. It's also used in adults to forewarn danger and bring harmony into one's life. Less pineapple tarts, less chances of cough and sore throat, good for the kid.

Angels Calling

Angelite puff rectangles. Increases telepathy, promotes compassion and understanding. Also helps you to speak the truth when it is not easy to do so. Some of us may need clairvoyance to aid us in getting the cousins to release their grip on the CNY goodies. This should help.

Pink-a-dilly

Rose quartz faceted barrel beads. Famous of course for love, but also known to teach forgiveness and tolerance. Especially forgiveness to the cousin who has stolen the last pineapple tart from under your watchful eyes.

The White Rabbit

Faceted white jade ovals matches with 14k gold plated double linked chains. White jade is purported to give the wearer focus and filtering our unwanted distraction. No more melamine problems!

Like i've mentioned before, these bracelets are exclusive, meaning i will not remake them at any cost. Once gone, despair will hit. Also with the celebration of Linearis as my first ever collection, beyond the bespoke quality, there's a few added goodies worth at least $35, that you'll receive with your Linearis bracelet. Hmm, matching earrings & bangle set anybody? When placing your order, please specify your wrist circumference and preferred bracelet length in centimeters where possible in order for me to achieve the closest fit for your wrist.

**Forgot to mention this earlier, but registered mail is inclusive for this collection, no fears of missing bracelets!

Isha - Sold

Isha features the same amazonite coins and brass maple leaf charms of Isabella, this time with added 14k gold plated chains for swinging and sashaying. Lovely with whites or yellows. Isha measures 5cm excluding 14k gold plated hooks.

Joice - SOLD

Very similar to Eloise, Joice features a different pair of polymer clay beads. Measuring 4cm like her twin sister, and featuring a little leaf filigree with a spot diamante for that subtle bling that is unique to both of them. Something to match your pastel & white combos.

Retail Price: SGD23

Isabella - SOLD

Isabella is such a sweet petite lil' thing that simply charmed my heart. Measuring in at tiny 1.2cm with equally pint sized brass maple leaf charms, they're perfect for the coming spring. The amazonite coins definitely remind me of the lovely copper sulphate blue waters in Lake Taupo in NZ, the imagery immediately reminds me of the lovely sound of the rushing water and the crisp cool air, much like what we're experiencing tonight. Now if someone could just crystallize that memory into these earrings and instantly remind me of it, that'll be just perfect.

2cm worth of 14k gold plated earwires to extend Isabella's beauty.

Happy New Year!!!

Yes 2009 is here! Traditionally i'm not one who's very excitable by the coming New Year, but this year oddly i am, maybe it's also got to do with a long weekend as opposed to going back to school. Work changes your perspective a little. ;)

Have a wonderful celebration, be it some quiet time with your loved ones, or one of those big crazy parties. I think every new year brings promises, because it put an end to the previous one, and this coming year is no different!

To a great 2009!

Love,
Dawne

Year-end Promotion

Hey Babes,

In addition to the announcement earlier, i've got some news to share. I'll be running a 15% discount on all available items listed prior to this post til the end of this week Sunday. Just to ring in the new year on a slightly better note for all of us. :)

Love,
Dawne

*Does not apply to remakes nor customization orders

Linearis

I've never launched a collection coz I could never get my mind to organise its thoughts enough to group my creations together. Finally after almost 2yrs, i've managed to launch my first proper collection. Linearis is a series of bracelets with semi precious bits as focals, completed with 14k gold plated chains or rhodium chains. The Linearis series keeps things simple, perfect for streamlining your look and having that bit of bling-ness from semi-precious stones without being too ostentatious. Some chunky, some dainty, some shiny. Each item, however will be unique, with no repeats slated. So if you see something you like, you'd have to make your decision real quick. I will also make it very special for the owners of my first collection. For those who're not on my mailing list, do send your emails to me so that i can update my mailing list. Yes i've been trying to set up a mailing list!! Blardy hard work i say, weeding out the emails that are not to be included, so i don't come across as spamming. Anyways, emails to me so that i can send you the magical dates to watch the blog.

Love,
Dawne

Merry Xmas

Once again it's a time to count our blessings and to remember and show our appreciation for the things the people around us have done for us. May this season bring cheer to you and your families. Despite the news that goes around, i think this year's Xmas reminds us more to cherish the little things we have around us.

May you have a blessed Xmas and enjoy the parties and dinners that you'll have. Afterall tis the time of cheer!

Love,
Dawne

Sabine - SOLD

Sabine matches Karin's mocha based lentil with sparkly faceted lemon glass beads for the light lemonade taste in your throat on a parched day. Refreshing, cool and just the right perk-me-up, afterall if the glass lends some sparkle to your eyes, i'm sure your day would look a tad better than the smoggy-filled day. Sabine measures 4.5cm excluding 14k gold plated earhooks.

Sophia - SOLD

Sophia is a meld of warm tones without being dowdy and too earthy despite the heavy use of brown. In fact it's a funky take on brown, matched with the girlish prettiness of Karin's mocha based lentil and a sparkly bit matched with 14k gold plated chains. Most jewelry that contain brown take on a really earthy feel, but this has deviated, with an addition of glam through the use of the sparkly bit and gold chains. Perfect for the lady who likes standing out from the crowd and doesn't go for the usual purple/pink combo. Measures 7", length adjustable to suit wearer's wrist.

X'mas Gifting

As we all know Christmas is inching closer, for all items purchased during this period, a gift box is available upon request and if you need the item to reach the giftee, just let me know, i'm rather flexible on these arrangements. In addition, normal postage is free during this period, however i'd much rather encourage you take up registered mail. I've been having some problems with Singpost lately and unfortunately my margins don't allow me to absorb registered mail, i will have to leave this as an option to you. I would seriously strongly advise for registered mail, til i find a better solution.

In the meantime, Christmas is coming, let's all enjoy ourselves as the year comes to a close and a wonderful year ahead.

Love,
Dawne

Pint sized cubic zirconia drops - Sold

These are a mite smaller than the bigger sistas below. They measure 18mm excluding earhooks. Available in Lilac, pink, champagne, violet & lemon. Wire options of tarnish resistant gold, argentium silver & gold filled, earhook options of 14k gold plated, stainless steel, 925 silver & gold filled. I have slightly more quantities of these, but orders are starting to come in hard and fast, especially since it's christmas, so drop me a mail early if you want these pretty babies.

Cubic Zirconia Drops - SOLD

I've come up with something pretty for the christmas, something simple to gift or to exchange. I've only a pair of each of these pretties. The colours are as real as they get, all rich and yummy. All wrapped with tarnish resistant wires and 14k gold plated earhooks, they measure 3.5cm excluding ear hooks. Perfect for a gala dinner or that glam date you have this coming festive season. Available in Lilac, Violet & Champagne. Let me know if your giftee might prefer them wrapped in silver or gold filled wires with matching silver, gold filled or stainless steel earhooks.

Tasha - Sold

Tasha loves wearing chunky statement necklaces that scream of fusion chic, sparkly diamantes, chunky aquamarine nuggets, glass beads faceted and nuggets, a turkish inspired fan pendant. Perfect for those hippy boho skirts with a plain top that allows the skirt and necklace to draw all the attention. That little hip sway and delightfully coloured necklace speaks volumes of the style Tasha owns. Alternate view here.

Heads up

Somehow something has gone wrong with the site and i've spent quite a few hours meant for sleeping trying to fix the template. Of course it's still not fixed, so if across the next few days you happen to see strange stuff floating in the page. Fret not, they will be brought down by gravity within a few days.

Love,
Very tired dawne

Edit: I'm sorting items into categories, soon you'll be able to browse through items easier! Especially the sold and available item categories. :)

Sheralyn - SOLD

Sheralyn bears a rose tattoo in brass against moss agate ovals. Measuring no more than 3cm excluding 14k gold plated ear hooks, Sheralyn may be small in size, but definitely no push over in mentality. Tread on her toes at your own risk.

Gretchen - Sold

Gretchen glares at you with her icy cold eyes that belies no emotions. Yellow aragonite matched with rhodium matte finished charms, the ducks always display a look of ease that never reveals the frantic rowing beneath the surface. Like Gretchen whose mind runs a million questions through her head, she stares at you with nothing more than a emptiness in her eyes. Gretchen is a tall order at 4.5cm excluding stainless steel ear hooks. Think you can outdo her in times of panic and stress?

Cyril - SOLD

Cyril is the sort of girl who sticks freshly plucked daisies into her hair and skips around in a light-hearted beat to a song only she hears in her own head. Such dainty prettiness is always elegant in white, and never marred by the carelessness and lack of hygiene by the average. Cow bone briolettes that only royalty or aristocracy can afford, it belies Cyril's lazzefaire elegance. Cyril measures 5cm excluding 14k gold plated earhooks.

Pillywiggin - SOLD

Pillywiggin is an extremely small nature fairy in English lore that lives in the bell of small flowers that grows beneath oak trees. This little flower fairy is here to keep your bag pretty with hints of bluebells & petite little yellow dew drops. Pillywiggin measures approx. 3cm excluding 14k gold plated lobster clasp, full height is approx 5cm.

Retail price: SGD13

Jacey - SOLD

Jacey, the spunky girl isn't afraid to speak her mind in words and in attire. She doesn't give a hoot to what the world thinks, afterall everyone has an opinion to share. She towers the rest of the world and "shares" her opinions through her good looks and outspoken personality. Think Jacey sounds just like you? That's because in all of us, there's a Jacey. She measures 6cm excluding 14k gold plated earhooks.

Alexandria - SOLD

Alexandria marries black based tensha with daisy florals and onyx briolettes for an utterly classic and sophisticated look. Perfect for completing your all black look, or standing out against sweet pastels. All Alexandria asks is for you to have light coloured hair or your hair pulled up, just so that others can notice her. Alexandria measures 5cm excluding 14k gold plated ear hooks.

Heather - Sold

Heather looks for love in the most unusual means, some believe in tarot cards, some believe in dating agencies. Heather goes the spiritual way of wearing rose quartz close to her chest believing it will find her the love she wants, whether it works, I hope Heather finds happiness be it in a pretty necklace or true love. 14k gold plated rope chain measures 19" and pendant measures 2.5". More pictures of Heather here, here and here.

Retail Price: SGD38