Hello hello! It has seriously been too long! My holidays have been breathtaking, fattening but most importantly, relaxing - but it's good to be back after almost 2 months overseas. No wonder they say Home Sweet Home. Despite jetlag, crazy unpacking and uni application in the past week I've managed to squeeze in a bit of jewellery making, and came up with this festive collection, just in time for Chinese New Year.

Also - with the advent of my very imminent move away from Melbourne for uni, it is with great regret that I announce that I will unfortunately not be able to make as much stuff as I'd like to in the near future. That said, The Red Jewel is therefore going to have a little respite until I graduate... (wow that makes me seem so old)

But fear not! I will, as much as I can, update this website - I'll see if I can squeeze in some beads and pliers along with my luggage. Finally as a big thank you to all of you for your support over these years... ,

STOREWIDE 30% SALE

(excludes new items from CNY collection)

Sale lasts from 30th Jan to 4th Feb - catch it while you can ;)

Thank you everyone! Hope your holidays have been restful, now to gear up for the year ahead!

Blue Sapphire Antique (Cusion) shape.

Calibrated Sizes from 2.00mm to 5.00mm Rounds and Squares princess cut. Various other shapes and sizes available. Prices negotiable. Inform your requirments to offer.

Good Natural Ceylon Blue Sapphire. Various other sizes and shapes available. Prices negotiable according to the requirments

Good Natural Ceylon Blue Sapphire, Cusion Shape and various other shapes and sizes available.

NATURAL SRI lANKAN PADPARCHA. AVAILABLE IN VARIOUS SIZES, SHAPES AND QUALITIY. pRICES WILL BE OFFERED ON REQUEST.

Available a collection of good padparacha stones. please inquire with your requirments to offer.

Good White Sapphire Round Shape, brilliant cut

Good Quality Ceylon White Sapphires Princess cut. Various other shapes and sizes available.

The Haiti Relief Bracelet is only $20, with full proceeds going to The Yéle Earthquake Fund http://yele.org/ , founded by musician, producer and social entrepreneur Wyclef Jean.

Adjustable macramé chocolate leather with braided multi finished chain, red and blue (colors representing the Haitian flag) glass pony bead detail, plus silver coin charm. Fashionable for men, woman and children. Show your support and look good at the same time!
Accepting paypal-send to fennimas@yahoo.com, will ship national and international, at supporters cost.
Ask me about it jewelry@fennimas.com, use Support Haiti in the subject line. Soon to come will be able to purchase on the fennimas website http://www.fennimas.com/
Will keep you all posted on all donations raised, looking to raise at least $3,000 which will feed one person for a year or 25+ people for a month. It's a starting point...let's see how far we can go!
There comes a time in your life when you can choose to make a positive difference in this world or watch other people do it. Every little bit counts and helps....giving up your seat for an elderly person or pregnant woman, opening the door for someone who's hands are full, volunteering in your community or for a mission in another country, praying for your neighbor or simply smiling more....donating money and supplies to help the Haitian people who are in need more than ever. Count your blessings and wake everyday knowing you have the power to make a positive change in this at times depressing world. Take pride in the simple pleasures ya'll...cause you never know when it may be gone. This bracelet is me trying to make that difference, whether I sell 1 or 1,000 the money will go directly to the earthquake fund. In addition the company I work for Jones Apparel Group has decided to match all donations by employees....so just think, if we raise $3,000 they will donate $6,000 to the red cross!
Stay tuned for updated pictures of supporters, as bracelets sell!
Blessings to all, respect and love!

2/15/10 - to date so far 5 Haiti Bracelets sold. Below are some new pics of happy supporters of the cause!

Valentine’s Day is coming so we have prepared some flower shaped genuine freshwater pearl jewelry just for this special holiday.

Look at this beautiful genuine pearl necklace. It is made in 3 rows with a bigger flower in the middle and 2 smaller flowers on both sides.

This pearl necklace is made of 3.5-4mm semi-round pearls and 3-4mm rice shaped pearls, surrounded by 5-6mm AA+ round pearls on the side of each flower, all pearls are high quality with the best luster. If you select this as a Valentine’s gift, it will not only make her look stunning.

In this picture, the genuine pearls are clustered together in a unique snowball shape. These semi-round pearl earrings will be a great selection to match with the above pearl necklace.
Whatever you choose, we wish you had a happy Valentine’s Day.

This past weekend was fantastic!!! Invited to do two photo shoots and had a great time at both! I so fun and was busy making jewels etc...that when I uploaded my pics to blog, I realized I didn't even have any with the models and the spectacular crews....my bad. I was distracted having a good time and making jewelry, lol. So below images aren't as fab as they could've been, but got some great snaps of the beautiful ladies from Monif's shoot in some Fennimas and some fun shots of the PPM location with me and Erika goofing. :-)
Enjoy the highlights of pics on set and make sure to check out the final images at Plus Model Magazine March and February issues www.plusmodelmag.com and Monif C. Plus Sizes Spring/Summer 2010 Collection www.monifc.com !

1st shoot was with Plus Model Magazine http://www.plusmodelmag.com/ Special thanks to Maddy for believing in Fennimas and inviting me along to accessorize. Beauty shots will be in March issue and lingerie shots for February. You better subscribe by then! The location was a freaking awesome loft in Brooklyn, the team was professional and superb, truly the best of the best...
Producer: Madeline Jones www.plusmodelmag.com
Photographers: Luke www.lucaspictures.net and Tony www.tonyarmstrongphotos.com
Make Up Artists: Tara for lingerie http://www.tarataylor.net/ and Etzel for Beauty www.modelmayhem.com/etzel
Hair: Aliza
Stylist: Erika
Models: Grisele-lingerie and Emma-Beauty

2nd shoot with Monif C. Plus Sizes for the Spring/Summer 2010 Collection of dresses and swimsuits. Thank you Monif for asking Fennimas to accessorize! Make sure and get your favorite styles as soon as they come out. http://www.monifc.com/ The team was great and we had a full house as Monif did a special shoot in addition to the 2010 collection, where she shot 7 of her best customers in convertible dresses! The location was a hot studio in Jersey....DJ and Bar (you know I was happy)! One of the most famous plus size models Mia Amber on set, infamous photographer Krista capturing the magic http://www.kristasvalbonas.com/ , Tara (from Plus Model Mag shoot above) on make up, Brandon Blue Coates on style with Erika assisting. Oh and of course Krissy, Monif's multi talented sister was there doing videography.