Heirloom Rox Ring in Chatelaine Magazine

Pretty excited to see the Green Issue of Chatelaine on the newsstands now! 

 Flip open to page 33 to read 'Join the Green Party!'

The Heirloom Rox Ring is looking lush and right at home!

It's made using vintage crystal from the former Czechoslovakia and comes in 2 styles, Emerald Cut and Duchess Cut, each in a variety of rich colours. For more details, find them on the website.

Holiday Mode

In the days since the One of a Kind Show wrapped, I have been working on custom and special orders, re-stocking stores and working on online orders. On top of that, I have been out almost every evening catching up with friends and family. I love the chaos of this time of year. I much prefer to keep up the pace after the hub bub of OOAK. I'll hibernate and lay low in the new year!

Last week I visited City of Craft. Had to maintain my craft show dosage! Loved the vibe there and left with a handful of handmade gifts to add to my OOAK haul. I especially admire the top notch job they do with the decor. I'm a sucker for a shiny garland!

Here are some other snapshots of life lately. This is the Auroral Bracelet in Multi. This design has been a hit this season, and I think I might have to keep one for myself!

Soul Brunch with some pals! Live music and good eats is always a good combo.

Crystal Bauble Rings are still a customer fave, especially at this time of year!

New to the line this season is ribbon style chokers! I did 5 styles for FW16 and this Gilded Ribbon Choker in black was one of the most popular. Check out the website for more colours and other styles!

A real downer this week was when I heard that our neighbours at 401 Richmond, a hub for art, culture, creativity and innovation has been hit with a massive tax hike that may threaten it. So upsetting. The soul of a city is built on culture and experiencing it, not yet another bland condo. Check out the Toronto Star article here. Really hope they are able to wage a successful appeal.

Winter has definitely set in in the last few days. Felt like it was not going to arrive, but it sure is cold and snowy now! I had to miss out on a few plans this week with my lack of snow tires letting me down, but as I have been go go go, perhaps it is ok. I still have a fair bit of Christmas crafting and shopping to do! How about you? Christmas is one week away! Tomorrow is the last day for online orders within Ontario. Local pick-ups will be available until Friday. Just get in touch!

I still have to share the remainder of my Italy photos! I'll get on that, now that life is beginning to calm down... 

Stay warm friends!

xo

M

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Arc Ring

My love of brass is broad. Been working almost exclusively in brass the past few years. Also loving all the home decor in brass that is in vogue right now. Been sharing all kinds of colourful things combined with brass over on Pinterest. And a whole lot of other stuff too.  

Love the warmth of brass and how it looks amazing paired with pretty much any colour! Check out how great simple brass rings are with all of these nail lacquers! On the left is a stacking ring from our friend at White Feather Designs. On the right is the vintage Arc Ring that is available in our online shop. I have a few more fabulous vintage finds that I hope to add to the online shop soon!

Thank You!

Thank you to the BEST customers, family, friends and supporters for an amazing One of a Kind Show.  I am always reminded of how super and loyal our customers are.  I have gotten to know so many by name over the years.  It's great to have the opportunity to chat with customers in person and get feedback face to face.  So happy to see familiar faces and meet lovely new people too!  Looking forward to the next one in November.

Spent the last couple days in a post-show hangover.  Been enjoying the sunshine while working on custom and online orders.  Mainlined coffee in my new pickle mug from Greg Voisin.  How could I not give a mug with pickles on it a good home?  Also, the butter tarts from Beverley's Bakers are excellent.  I may have had a few too many!  Mug and tarts were my show purchases this time.  Very restrained!

A few more custom orders to complete and we will be back to our regular programming!

Thanks again for all the One of a Kind good vibes!  A special thanks to all of the friends that donate their time to help prepare for the show and at the booth.  I am so grateful!

xo

M

Jewels galore

I've taken so many photos of jewels that I have yet to share on the blog.  Apologies if you have already seen these pics already, but they are so fun, I had to share again!  For more info on any of these pieces, check out the website, or send us a note.

Shine Bracelet, vintage Bakelite bangles, Entwined Rope Bracelet, Crystalized Bracelet

Oval Cut Crystal Bauble Ring

Tiny Domino Necklace

Pearlette Stud Earrings

Entwined Stalactite Bracelet, Pyramid Bracelet

Assorted Tiny Necklaces

Moonshadow Bracelet

Pod Hair Pins

Moonshadow Bracelet

Tiny Locket Necklace

Moonshadow Pendants

Bouquet Stud Earrings

Moonshadow Bracelet

Hair Pins in shades of green

Triangular Hair Pins

Floral Crystal Bauble Ring

Entwined Necklace

Tassel Bangle

Oval Cut Crystal Bauble Ring

Charming Necklace - Telephone

Entwined Wrap Bracelets

Assorted Hair Pins

More posts coming up soon!  Lots to catch up on!