Here are a few new pieces that will hopefully tide your attention over the next month. I know I'm awfully slow in updates, terribly sorry about that! BUT I did make something new this time, a keychain! And I tried something new with the bracelets, experimenting with suede. Have a look at these pieces in earrings, bracelets and necklaces. Ciao for now!!

Peal jewelry represents elegance as well as beauty and is a symbol of romantic sophistication that is suitable for all kinds of events and occasions. You can wear this unique pearl jewelry with casual clothes, formal evening-wear or even with a business suit.

Pearl is a birthstone of those who are born in June. It is a favorite choice of the brides and young women who want to appear elegant and outstanding. Generally, the pearl jewelry is given as gifts for birthdays, anniversaries, graduation, Christmas, or just as a sweet item to cherish your loved ones.

It is jewelry that all can afford to buy and wear. It is available in a range of prices ranging from budget pearl jewelry to exclusive expensive ones. They are considered as affordable pieces of luxury.

While selecting any type of pearl jewelry, be sure to consider its luster, shape, size, nacre thickness, color and surface texture. Pearls are graded based on these factors. High quality pearls generally bear high reflection and deep luster. It has am glow, whereas pearls of low quality bear a dull sheen.

The beauty of pearl jewelry cannot be denied. You wear it anytime, on any outfit or on any occasion, it will make you appear outstanding and brilliant. They possess inborn beauty that makes you appear elegant. Be the host of party or an event by wearing a simple strand of pearl necklace along with long chandelier earrings. Pearls generally go best with a black or dark-colored outfit, but you can also wear them on light shades of dresses.

Present a pearl jewelry to your daughter who have recently completed 18 years of age and see the glow on her face. It would be remarkable. You can purchase the pearl jewelry in the market or any online stores, as well.

If you are looking long for a special pearl necklace, then why don’t you consider choosing for a pink pearl necklace? Pink is a color of love and the cultured pink pearls woven into a necklace always looks shimmering. The Pink Pearl Necklace is available in various designs and shapes ranging from a single strand to multiple strands and everything that comes in between. It gives a classic look to the wearer.

A Pink Pearl Necklace can be made from both freshwater pearls and cultured pearls. The pink color ranges from a soft baby pink to a brighter pink color. Pearls are always enduring and they can be sold separately or as a part of the set. The classy look of the pink pearl necklace makes it appear quite romantic. The size of the Pink Pearl Necklace ranges from choker length to opera length. Therefore, there is a length available to suit all.

This pear necklace also make up for a perfect gift, may it be for a birthday, anniversary or any other special occasion. If you consider the cost of the necklace, it is available in highest to lowest ranges. The most expensive being the one made from the saltwater pearls and the less expensive ones are made from the freshwater pearls. There are also simulated pearls that appear like real pearls and are available at affordable prices.

No doubt, every woman likes to wear a Pink Pearl Necklace. They are indeed elegant and wonderful accessories used to adorn yourself. They give a touch of class to anything that you wear. You can wear them with formals and casuals or with pantsuit and denims. There are different sizes of pearls used in a Pink Pearl Necklace, ranging from 3 mm to 9 mm in diameter. Pink Pearl Necklace can make up for a great gift to give someone special on a special occasion. Pearls are always special, but pink pearls make up especially for a more romantic gift.

It's that time of the year that calls for a full clearance of my jewellery! Ridiculous discounts of 50% or more await you as you click the following buttons to navigate through this once-a-year, not to be missed, awesome sale. Enjoy!

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Terms & Conditions of TRJ Mid Year Sale 09:
1. Normal mailing list benefits not applicable.
2. Prices are in AUD. For conversion to other currencies, this link.
3. Prices do not include postage costs.
4. Sale ends 5 July 2009. (including the earring sale; it's been extended!)

PLUS - massively discounted postage rates for my loyal Singapore customers. Can this sale + cheap postage combination get any better??? (I think not!)


Terms of Singapore Postage Surprise:
1. Offer expires on the same day as the TRJ Mid Year Sale; on 5 July 2009. This means that if you submit your order on 5 July, and the invoice is mailed to you only on the 6th of July, postage rates in the invoice will still follow that of Singapore Postage Surprise.
2. ***If you choose to participate in this, your purchase will only be posted out on the fixed date of 11th July 2009, as part of a bulk consignment. (IMPORTANT!!)***

I'm sure we're all familiar with, or at least have heard of, Shakespeare's much loved play, Macbeth. A particular scene that I have an immense sentimental attachment to (some of you will know why!) is Act 3 Scene 4, when Banquo's ghost appears at Macbeth's banquet.

Not only does it touch on the very real themes of betrayal and ambition; Banquo's ghost is very much a manifestation of Macbeth's evil deeds, a surfacing of his conscience and a reminder of the extent to which he, in his ruthless quest for the throne, invariably lost all compassion and sanity in his conversion into a cold-hearted monster.

And with every great play comes an equally great necklace (or so I hope)! Presenting... The Ghost of Banquo.


Admittedly, it's not half as ghostly as I would have liked it to be, but I was quite pleased with the overall outcome, what with its pearlescent sheen! For Macbeth avids, do note the symbolism of 'three' that I subtly incorporated into the necklace - the three witches, the three prophecies... - all neatly captured in the three metal discs, etc.

More detail about the necklace here.

Anyway that's enough from me! Till the next update everyone!

Pearl Jewelry is a fabulous part of any jewelry collection. Pearl and jewelry go hand in hand in any type of setting. They are always an elegant addition to any other jewelry collection. There are generally two types of pearls that fall into the Pearl Jewelry category- The Freshwater Pearls and the Saltwater Pearls. Other types include the Natural Pearls and the Cultured Pearls. Using any type of pearls, the jewelry made will be indeed enduring and fashionable.

Natural pearls are found very rarely nowadays and they make up for unique Pearl Jewelry. They are used in all types of jewelry from necklaces and bracelets, to earrings, rings and brooches. Basically, when you consider Pearl Jewelry, they have eight basic shapes, including circled, drop, round, button, pear, baroque, oval and semi-round. They have a variety of colors including black, pink, white, ivory, purple, green, champagne and blue.

What make your Pearl Jewelry so valuable is the pearls itself used to make the jewelry. The pearls value is decided by its size, symmetry, color, lack of surface flaws and luster. You all are aware that the simulated pearl jewelry is not so costly as compared to the real varieties of Pearl Jewelry. They are also produced ion mass. This decreases their value considerably. This is especially for the ones who cannot afford to buy the expensive pearl jewelries. A number of Pearl Jewelry is made using the simulated pearls such as necklaces, hair combs, rings, hair pins, and many such popular jewelry types.

Pearl Jewelry is indeed a fashion statement and it shows elegance. The gift of a Pearl Jewelry is an ideal way to say “I Care”, “I Love”, etc. these jewelry pieces are also given as heirloom gifts that are passed down from generation to the other.

Pearl jewelry is one with that you can grace with your presence in a consistent stylish and popular way. It is the trendiest and classic material used in jewelry making that adds a touch of elegance and a spice of charm to your jewelry. It is not necessary that you have to wear the old traditional style of a single stranded pearl necklace only, or single stud pearl earrings. There are ways to add pearls in your wardrobe without the need to wear the same old jewelry once and again for all.

Unique pearls are indeed, a reality and jewelry made out of these classic and trendy pearls add to your personality, life style and royalty. You can find these trendy and modern pearl jewelry if you are aware where to find them. The most important key to get your unique and beautiful pearls is always better to a professional pearl jewelry designer. Making awesome jewelry form pearls is an art and it needs special techniques. A pearl designer will definitely help you in finding the exquisite pearls as well as offer an opportunity to you to be away from the ordinary jewelry design.

You can also create your own style and tend in the pearl jewelry. The options are seamless. Get your favorite pearls to the designer and make it the way you want. Or else purchase the wholesale strands of pearls and then you can mold them into beautiful pearl jewelry, based on your imagination. With this best selection of pearls, you can emphasize on your own design and jewelry.

This jewelry will attract the attention of the crowd wherever you go. The beauty of pearl cannot be explained in words, but one can just imagine its beauty and express them by wearing it. Pearl jewelry also makes for the exclusive gift items to for your favorite women.

Pearl jewelry makes up for that very special day. There are a number of beautiful options for the Bridesmaid Pearl Jewelry. This jewelry is not only affordable, but also gorgeous. The bridesmaid loves the freshwater and the Swarovski pearls largely, and it is available in any style and price range. A Bridesmaid Pearl Jewelry is considered an ideal jewelry for a wedding occasion, may it be a formal affair or a beach wedding or any other type.

It is a jewelry that will surely be appreciated. While shopping for the Bridesmaid Pearl Jewelry, always remember the style and location of the wedding. For example, if it is a beach marriage, then select pearl jewelry such that it will suit the calm and relaxed location. Here I would prefer jewelry handcrafted from the Keshi pearls or the coin pearls. The round coin pearls are unique and fun vibe, similarly like that of the Keshi pearls. Both are the height of fashion. Coin pearls and Keshi pearls are a best choice if you wish to present pearls to your bridesmaid, and are looking for something away from the classic and traditional strands.

For the formal weddings, you can have freshwater pearl jewelry combined with crystals. It will offer a beautiful timeless grace and the sparkle of the crystals will make your jewelry appear very festive. There are numerous ways in which pearls and crystals can be blended together to generate stunning effects for the bridesmaid jewelry. Pearls have been the favorites of the brides and bridesmaid. It makes a wonderful gift, whether you prefer the classic pearl strands, the sparkling crystal combination with pearls or the unique qualities of the pearls; you are sure to find pearl jewelry that is perfect and ideal for the bridesmaid.

I'm happy as a clam with this newest bracelet to the collection, Pocket of Gold. As mentioned in the bracelet description, this delightful piece features the last of my gold-plated charms, so they're all thrown into this bracelet in a random assortment! That said, this will be the one and only piece that I can make of this design.

See more detail here.

PS Don't forget to check out the sale if you haven't already - major prices slashes in an attempt to clear some of my existing earring pieces, exciting!

Click here to place an order, while stocks last!

Cheerios
Sam

Oh, June has come my lovely reader! Summer's coming, kids are getting out of school, and the ruthless heat is starting to hit! Pearl is also June's birthstone! Pearls are the ideal gift for people's whose birthdays are in June. Sadly, they can be quite expensive and it can difficult to pick out the best quality or preference within everyone's different budgets. However, I've discovered the website Orientalpearls.net has about everything pearl! I could buy a handful of accessories for what I'd pay for at a regular store! Orientalpearls.net lets me buy something as aristocratic as this matching set for my friend's birthday at an astonishingly affordable price. I undoubtedly know she'll love the tribute to her birthday and I'll have a little spare change to buy something like this (it's surprisingly very "in" right now) for my graduating cousin and even a goodie or treat for myself.

I've got frugal friends who choose more by price than by utmost preference, and in this economy, can anyone blame them? Anyway, Orientalpearls.net has found a solution for them. They even categorize by prices saving us all a chunk of time! Well, I'm off. I've got to go find a decent excuse to buy these gorgeous earrings I just saw...

Rock on,

Ally Day

Here are a few more items I came up with recently, hope y'all like :) View them in their respective categories of earrings, bracelets and necklaces.

I am especially proud of one of my newly made bracelets, The Constant Gardener.


It took me forever to get the beads on it to sit right! I wanted something that was a little different to what I usually made, and also tried to make it chunkier. The result was very satisfying though!

Finally...just a quick thankyou to those who have placed bids for the auctioned necklace! It is ending in 3 days' time, at 9pm on Tuesday the 9th of June.

Be sure to get your bids in quick if you haven't already :) I've added an email notification system for those who would like to be notified of new bids, hopefully that makes things easier.

The current highest bid is $9.00 (edit: as of 6 June 10 a.m. Australian time). For the most updated bid please check the actual auction post below. To place a bid, click here.