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Wednesday, July 11, 2012

Back to basics give away

In honor of getting back to our roots with the MerCurios jewelry collection, I've decided to give away one of these new Shoot Star Necklaces. The blue goldstone and puffy star pendant measure about 2.75" long and hangs from 20 inches of silver plated chain.

Goldstone is made in a lab by mixing glass and copper. Although it's man made, the metaphysical properties of goldstone are not diminished. Goldstone represents luck and prosperity, as well helping to align the base and sacral chakras. Personally, I just love the way it sparkles.

UPDATE July 17: simply leave a comment below to enter, no need to make any kind of guess.

To enter to win one of these Shooting Star necklaces, simply visit the listing here and then leave a comment to this post with your guess as to how we are getting back to our roots. Here's a hint: It's all in the copy.

Good Luck and Have fun!!

Be sure to leave your email so I can reach you should lady luck fortune you!

One winner will be chosen on July 20.

This is open to international and domestic readers.

Please only comment once and be aware that I have to moderate my comments (we get so may spam comments!), so it will not show up automatically.

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Thank you, always.

Saturday, January 14, 2012

Sneak Peek - Dipped Arrows

There are lots of ideas swimming around in my head right now. This just happened to the be one that was screaming the loudest - "Dipped Arrows".

These are obsidian arrow heads that I have dipped in brass to give them new life. Now if you are familiar with my work at all, then you know that I go where inspiration takes me. As a result, everything is pretty much one-of-a-kind or very limited runs -- 5 piece tops.

However, that's all about to change with this. I'm definitely thinking the brass dipped arrows need to be a "Collection" of sorts -- a bracelet, a necklace, and a ring. I'm still toying with ring design ideas, and believe simplicity will be best in this instance, but who knows...

Sunday, December 4, 2011

Make it Personal

This Christmas it's personal!

Celebrating a birth of a child? Your first home together, or a new move, perhaps? That first kiss as husband and wife? Remember it forever with a latitude longitude ring.

Have a song that you can't get out of your head? Or a line from a poem that keeps you going? Why not wear it on your sleeve, literally. We can fit 4 lines of text on our corset cuff bracelets. It's available in silver too!

Prefer something a little more edgier; then our 2 and 4 finger knuckle rings are for you! Theses rings have had graced the pages of Status and Cleo Magazines. Not to mention the Etsy Finds blog and front page too!

Our narrow double finger ring is 1/4" and has it's ends exposed for an asymmetrical look and feel.

Our Number 1 Best Selling personalized two finger ring is 10mm wide and is reminiscent of a tattoo-style banner.

Here it is in sterling silver. Prefer a brushed metal finish; this ring is available in a rustic copper too!

Friday, December 17, 2010

Holiday Trunk Show

Rosie's Handmade Revolution will be hosing a MerCurios Trunk Show this Saturday, Dec. 18 from 6pm to 11pm. Need a last minute gift? Then come down! MerCurios and Rosie's Handmade Revolution has you covered!

Rosie's Handmade Revolution is a FAB store dedicated to the handmade community and DIY arts. In essence is a brick-and-mortar Etsy store! Check out Rosie's Facebook page here to see all of the wonderful Etsy products they carry in their shop.

Amy Fox, the proprietress and crafty lady in her own right always has something going on! This Saturday boasts a DIY ornament workshop, live music, free giveaways, hot sipping chocolate, seasonal desserts, and of course, MerCurios!

Come join us for a fun-filled evening - you will be glad you did!

Monday, November 22, 2010

Gift Guide: Jewelry

2010 "My Picks" Etsy Gift Guide

Spotlight: Jewelry

Brand: MomentusNY

MomentusNY bills themselves as "Handmade, Simple, EVERYDAY ELEGANT jewelry" and in my opinion they truly pull their weight in this category. MomentusNY's pieces can go from the office to evening in a matter of seconds.

Lets not forget those special occasions either. Have a holiday party to addend and looking for that very special piece to complement the outfit you've picked out weeks ago? Give MomentusNY a peak - they might just have what you need.

Clockwise from left:

Leave your favorite piece from MomentusNY in the comments section below.

Wednesday, July 14, 2010

It's a wrap

Today's projects consisted of four custom rings - I got three done; not too bad! - phone calls, phone calls, phone calls, and more press kits. Now I don't know about you, but I loathe phone calls! Seriously! Ask anyone that knows me 1. If I ever answer my phone? and 2. If I ever return phone calls? I think you can guess the answer...if you guessed NO, then you'd be right. My husband actually put someone else - someone that answers their phone - as his "emergency contact" at work. I hope you can find the humor in this, because I sure can.

Anyway, I digress. All three custom rings were from the "Define Yourself" Collection, and all were Two Finger Tattoo-style Banner Rings. I am loving how popular these rings have become! Did I mention they are available in Brass and Stainless Steel too?!

The copper rings are now lined with felt too & POP Colors are available for those who want to stand out. I did this for two reasons... 1. to prevent the skin oxidation that happens to some when wearing natural copper 2. I prefer not to clear coat my copper pieces due to the intrinsic healing properties ...& because I like the rustic look of raw copper.

This is what I call a "3 Finger Bench Ring" in that it slides on to three fingers and sits there like a bench of course. Believe it or not, it's really comfortable & keyboard-friendly! This, however, is the prototype & it's spoken for. As a matter of fact it's being shipped out to Miss Kat Von D 1st thing in the morning -- I created it with her in mind after all.

Want your very own "Define Yourself" or 3 Finger Bench Ring? Not to worry, contact me here for a quote.

Friday, February 26, 2010

Intuitive Creating

I had no idea when my latest customer said "surprise me" & I replied "surprises are my best" that I would create a piece that defined her style perfectly. Just call me the "Intuitive Artist" I said half joking, as Jen was saying how much she liked the ring and how I nailed her style.

However, I'm not the least bit surprised. I approached this project, as I do all others...looking in to my heart for inspiration. I don't know Jen personally; never asked her anything about her personal tastes or styles; yet somehow I just knew as I was bending and twisting the copper that the ring would be a perfect fit. You see, when I'm creating I think about the person I'm creating for and tap into my subconscious. Creating then becomes an active form of meditation, so in essence "surprises really are my best" as they are divinely inspired.

Here's what Jen had to say...

@MerCuriosJewels Oh my god. It's absolutely beautiful. I mean, wow!

@MerCuriosJewels Psh, yeah! You nailed my style on the nose.

(via email) When it comes to the ring, I'm absolutely speechless. It's really perfect, and I can wear it with so much of what I own. You've kind of made my week, woman! Thank you, again.

I'd love the opportunity to create the perfect piece for you! Feel free to contact me here with your wish list. Take a look at the vault for the latest one-of-a-kind pieces to find loving homes; or the shop to see what's still available. Enjoy!!