Friday, August 19, 2011

B&B's Blog Has Moved!!!!!

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Things might seem a bit quiet around here . . .

Please check out Bullfinch & Barbury's new blog!!!: http://bullfinchbarbury.wordpress.com


Thank you so much for reading!!!


 

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Friday, July 30, 2010

Looking Ahead to Autumn

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It's still balmy . . . especially when I fire up the kiln on these 90 degree July days . . . but let's talk Autumn anyway.

I have been plotting out some new enameled treats, and ordered some new and unexpected color combinations for Fall for a spin on the classic yellow, orange, red and brown. Here are some of the early ruminations for what's in store for Fall.


























 

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Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Just a Glimpse - New for Winter

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Here's a first look at some of the new, frost-inspired jewelry pieces I'm working on for winter. Hopefully, these will be in my Etsy shop by Nov. 1 (which is coming up fast)!










 

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Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Retirement of Some Old Favourites

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In order to make room for fresh colors and designs, some older bangle sets and necklaces will be having their final hurrah! That means that once they are gone . . . they are gone! I wanted to make sure that there was one last chance to snag these pieces before the holidays.


Here are the latest cuts:



  • Turkish Delight Bangles

  • Candied Fig Bangles

  • East Indies - Calcutta Bangles

  • East Indies - Sumatra Bangles

  • East Indies - Tibet Bangles
  • Rust Fleurette

  • Sugar Fleurette

  • Saffron Fleurette


      • I'm making sure that there is at least one of each of these items on both my Etsy and 1000 Markets shops - but don't miss out! If you've had your eye on some enameled goodies that happen to be on this list . . . my only advice to you is carpe diem!


      Some new pieces of arm candy will be taking the place of the past favourites - not to mention a few more necklaces and earring sets. An entire collection of pieces inspired by frost will be offered in my Etsy shop starting Nov. 1st! All of this new line of work is enameled in trendy palette of greys, nudes and white - with lots and lots of creamy, luminous pearl accents.


      (I think a few sneak peaks are in order, since I am very excited about these new lovelies.) More to come!

       

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      Thursday, October 1, 2009

      Artist Collaboration with Unabashed Apparel!

      1 comments Posted by Lia @ Bullfinch and Barbury at 10:47 AM



      Poor, neglected blog! Here's a post that should reflect how I've been spending my time (because it's probably too clear that those extra hours haven't been devoted to writing on here)! Just in time for Autumn, I was invited to create some new bangles to pair with a line of Fall fashions from Unabashed Apparel.



      Circe Crossover Top shown in Quill paired with Nimbus Skirt shown in Heron / Citron Spice Bangle Set


      Sarahbeth Larrimore is the creative, color addict responsible for designing a collection of clothing that is saturated with rich tones and sumptious details. Her designs are certainly inventive - and not without a bit of bohemian flare - but still give a nod to the classic lines and forms that make each piece feel timeless.


      Circe Crossover Top shown in Smoke / Ribbon Candy Bangle Set



      The images of this Autumn line are laced with a gilded type of Gothic beauty - and a haunting touch of mystery. So perfectly suited for the time of year and my personal favorite of all the holidays: Hallowe'en! When described to me, Sarahbeth summed up her vision as:

      "The general theme is a very magical - rich, saturated colored affair. I'm thinking some deep ink bottle green, midnight blue, orchid, raspberry, pumpkin - and some steel blue/grey with a bit of gilt for golden measure."


      Lyra Top shown in Ink




      Steel City Bangle Set




      Cobblestone Pullover shown in Quill / Emerald Bangle Set



      I met this marvelous artisan through Etsy, where I got my first sampling of her work: a lovely raspberry colored layering top with lacey accents. That top has such a supple, delicious feel against the skin - it has made it's way into some of the photos of my other jewelry.




      Making these bracelet sets to pair with Unabashed Apparel's Fall clothing has been such an enjoyable and inspiring project. Please take a look at our hard work - and share your thoughts here!





       

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      Wednesday, February 11, 2009

      My New Shop : Lia Bowen Studio

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      It has taken a while, but finally I have been amassing some new work! I took some time out from creating enameled pieces to start a new line of sterling silver jewelry with hand-painted miniatures. I can't wait until I get some more of these pieces made, so the that collection will feel a bit more complete.

      Snowberry Clearwing Moth Pendant


      Edwin's Favorite Perch Pendant

      Black Swans Pendant / Pin Shown with Pearls


      Dormouse's Dream Pendant


      Check out these pieces in my new Etsy shop Lia Bowen Studio !

       

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      Friday, January 30, 2009

      New Hand-Made Bangle Sets for Spring

      1 comments Posted by Lia @ Bullfinch and Barbury at 3:26 PM

      Here's a few of the newest bangle sets from my Etsy shop. I was in the mood for spring - but the weather was quite the contrary when these photos were taken. After every shot, I stepped indoors and held some hand warmers, but still, those goosebumps are unmistakable!






















       

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      Tuesday, October 28, 2008

      Holiday Craft & Artisan Fair - Chester Springs, PA

      3 comments Posted by Lia @ Bullfinch and Barbury at 12:09 PM



      This Saturday (Nov. 1), my friend Sunny has organized a craft and artisan fair at her house in Chester Springs, PA! I've made a ton of new items just for the occasion - including some new necklaces that I am really excited about.

      Another local Etsier will be there as well: LoveleePrint! I am excited to see her hand-made greeting cards in person!

      On top of my Halloween Dinner Party, this might be a great, big bite of the more-than-you-can-chew - but it's sure to be a fun way to get a head start on holiday gift shopping!

      I will be there - though I can't guarantee that I will be entirely conscious (and I might even still have my Marie Antoinette costume on from the night before)!

       

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      Sunday, September 7, 2008

      New Bits and Bobs

      1 comments Posted by Lia @ Bullfinch and Barbury at 9:29 PM

      Here are a few new things that should be listed in my shop soon! (Please note the "should"!)





























       

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      Thursday, March 13, 2008

      Sneak Peek at Upcoming Spring Adornments!

      0 comments Posted by Lia @ Bullfinch and Barbury at 7:09 PM




      Here's a chance to check out freshly made pieces before they hit Etsy!



      < "Bullfinch" Five Piece Enameled Bracelet Set








      < "Turkish Delight" Two Piece Enameled Bracelet Set





      < "East Indies" Five Piece Enameled Bracelet Set

      < "High Tea" Five Piece Enameled Bracelet Set. (sorry for the image quality on some of these! A bit blurry) This is one of two sets . . . this one is a bit more maroon in color, whereas the other set is more pink.




      White and Pink Dendrobium Boutonniere-Style Pin. Each orchid is hand-forged in sterling silver and carefully enameled to match the real flower exactly.




      I still have a few more sets that are currently being worked on-- check back soon and you'll see them first!

       

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