New! Customized Birthstone Bracelets

Hope you are all enjoying Spring! Here in Sweden the drab weather has finally gone, it’s still on the chilly side but I have spotted some sprouts of flowers in the forests. I absolutely love the summer so I am really looking forward to spending time outside and working on some new jewelry pieces. Today in this post I wanted to introduce the new birthstone bracelets. These bracelets are actually quite simple and made from black leather cord, sterling silver, and crystal.

Birthstone Bracelets by Talulah Lee

Each bracelet has a hammered sterling silver slider and you can choose your birthstone and customize it. You can also choose your bracelet size. I love that they are so dainty and subtle at the same time. At the moment they are only available on black leather cord, but it’s possible other leather colors may be available in the future. I have already had some requests come in to feature two birthstones for couples – an idea I hadn’t even thought of! But of course, and as always I am happy to customize this piece with 2 birthstones either on the same slider or on it’s own slider.

Birthstone Bracelets by Talulah Lee

Birthstone Bracelets by Talulah Lee

One of the screws at the end of the piece is removable so you can go ahead and add your own personal charms as you want too. I really hope you like this new piece. All of my blog readers can save an extra 10% on this piece with coupon code: 10PERCENT on the checkout page (Valid through April 15th 2014) Thank you for reading! Until next time……

Model Shot of a Birthstone Charm Bracelet

February is the Red Month…..

Thank you to the shop Skihäschen for featuring my Silver Heart Charm Link Bracelet in their “February is the Red Month” Treasury on Etsy. All purchases from the Skihäschen store support Bibbles Bunny Sanctuary, a rabbit Sanctuary located in the UK.  All the profits from their shop will help support the bunnies’ care and food…..so please check them out if you can! I have a pet rabbit so just had to post this! Thanks for taking the time to check them out…..

Top Valentine’s Day Picks…

Love is in the air! Get her (or perhaps yourself!) something special this year from my Top Picks for Valentine’s Day!

All items are readily available in my Etsy Shop and guaranteed delivery in time for VDAY. Thanks to all my customers – without you I wouldn’t have made it and I really appreciate all your support through the years. 

 

Precious Pear 5-Layer Wrap on Honey Red Leather – Sterling Silver

 

“My Dusty Rose” – Rose Quartz 5 Layer Wrap with Gold Vermeil Clusters on Natural Brown Leather

 

“Baby’s Breath” 5 Layer Bracelet with Clear Swarovski Elements and Silver Clusters – on Natural Taupe Leather

 

White Crystal Mix 5 Layer Wrap – featuring Alabaster, Shadow Crystal, and Light Smoked Topaz – Sterling Silver

 

Diamond Heart Charm Bracelet – Sterling Silver – Genuine 1 pt Diamond Stone set on Open Heart

 

“LOVE” Words Charm Bracelet – Sterling Silver

 

Snake Chain Toggle Cord Bracelet with Heart Charm – Silver Tone

Classic Charm Link Bracelet with Pink Enamel Heart Charm – Silver Tone

Silver and Gold Mix – Yes or No?

I have noticed alot of jewelry with mixed silver and gold the past few seasons. For years, women have tussled with this dilemma whether or not its appropriate to mix the two metals together. Past rules of jewelry etiquette once dictated that silver jewelry be worn with silver, gold be worn with gold, and never the two shall be mixed. But these rules have been changing. While wearing just one metallic element does give you a more traditional look, mixing them isn’t always a no-no. In fact, I have seen many upscale jewelry designers like David Yurman have been showcasing items that mix the two elements within the same piece. A good idea is to try wearing a piece such as a watch in silver and some gold bangle bracelets to complete your look. Or even layering gold and silver chain necklaces of different lengths.

If you are still unsure about how it will look, you could wear the type of metal the most that you usually wear and then accent with the other metal which would be a small “bridging” piece. As an example, If you normally wear silver, but want to highlight your outfit – then include a gold-silver item in your outfit as a bridging piece will make your accessories seem beautifully unified without going overboard and keeping you comfortable with your look. I love this look and have combined the metals in two of my earrings – Butterfly Wing Marquis and Mini Heart Marquis. I have also included in in my Charm Link Bracelet with 5 Gold Accent rings. Just enough gold to create a beautiful piece that is eye catching and harmonious. I think the combination is just stunning!