Putting Kustom back in Customer

When Scott contacted me about personalizing a set of Brass Knuckles as a gift for his girlfriend I completely misunderstood him.  I thought he wanted a set of my Custom 2 Finger Banner Rings - 10 minutes into the conversation I realized this was not the case.

Scott had already purchased real brass knuckles and needed me to add the personalization.  He went on to say that he found the MerCurios website by Googling "brass knuckles" & thought my aesthetic fit perfectly with what he had envisioned.

The message - "LOVE MORE"; "Daniel Scott?" and "FEAR LESS"; "Redd Scott." - is something personal between the two.  

Want your Brass Knuckles made new? Send them to me and  I'll happily add your message.  What you do with them once they are returned is entirely up to you *wink*.  ...a paper weight, choker, conversation piece or utilitarian...

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. 

Define Yourself Giveaway

Hey everyone!  We are launching a collection of new rings called "Define Yourself" (many thanks to Marc at Top Hat Tattoo for coming up with the name on the fly -- you rock dude!) and decided to celebrate the launch with a rocking giveaway.

 

 "Define Yourself" is collection of One, Two, Three and even Four Finger Tattoo-style Banner rings  personalized with what defines YOU!  Rebel-chic and definitely edgy these rings are for those who want to be noticed & have their message heard!












Customize your ring with a word or phrase...something close to your heart, something that reminds you to stay true to you, something that makes you smile when you need it most, maybe something you're itching to say, but are just too polite *wink*.

The possibilities are endless...

The best thing about this giveaway?  You choose!  First decide which style of ring you would like, then decide what you would want it to say.  One lucky winner will receive the ring picked customized with their comment.

Rules:

1. Leave a comment under this post with the style of ring you want and what you would have your ring say.

2. Follow this blog and/or become a fan of the MerCurios Facebook page here (Remember, you must be a follower of the blog and/or a FAN of the Facebook Page for your entry to count)

3. The winner will be chosen at random, one week from today on Monday, June 14 at Noon est.
4. Open to EVERYONE -- US & International residents

That's all there is to it.  Good Luck and please feel free to spread the word!

Like my chaotic style and want to see more of my work?  Check it out here.

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!!

Two's Company

Every girl needs a piece of bad ass jewelry in their trinket box!  I personally, have a thing for BIG jewelry...the BIGGER, CHUNKIER, BOLDER, the BETTER...and Evil Eyes, have I mentioned my love for Evil Eyes? 

Recently in my studio I started shaping 12 gauge copper wire with my bare hands - not an easy task, let me tell you - and the 2 Finger celtic knot ring was born.  


From there, I fell in love with the bold, edgy nature of the 2 Finger Ring, a la Brass Knuckles or as some call them Anti-Brass Knuckles.

Shortly after, two more designs were born -- Simple Skull & Eye in the Sky.



 

They were so well received that you can expect to see more 2 Finger Rings from MerCurios in early 2010.