Bullfinch & Barbury ~ Handmade Enameled Goods: Bracelet

Thursday, October 1, 2009

Artist Collaboration with Unabashed Apparel!

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Witching Hour Wrap / Ribbon Candy & Steel City Bangle Sets

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!

http://www.unabashedapparel.etsy.com/
http://www.bullfinchbarbury.etsy.com/

Tuesday, October 7, 2008

"Found" by the Storque

1 comments Posted by Lia @ Bullfinch and Barbury at 9:11 AM

For the casual Etsier this post title might sound a bit bizzare (but just to set the record straight: no, I am not expecting a child). The Storque is a portion of Etsy's website that features articles about trends, artists and the latest Etsy "finds". The Storque has about 17,500 e-mail subscribers currently and is an excellent way to stay in the loop.

In an article written by Etsy admin, Anda, my Limey bangles were featured alongside the work of many other talented artists. Anda pens: "Bangles are a wardrobe essential to me. I feel nervously under-dressed if I leave the house with empty wrists." I second that notion! As an antidote to bare wrists, Anda provides a long list of lovely items (including my bangles! Hurrah!).

Where can you find the Storque? On Etsy's home page, at the very bottom (below the featured artist and most recent additions), there is a que of Storque article headlines and photos. Or you can find it by clicking on the "Community" tab . . . but here's a link to make matters easy!: The Storque

Here is the full article on bangles:

Thank you so much, Anda!!!

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"!)

Monday, August 11, 2008

Bullfinch & Barbury on Etsy's Front Page!

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At some point last night (most likely while I was watching the women gymnastics from the Olympics in Beijing), Bullfinch and Barbury made the front page of Etsy!

One of my new East Indies color sets, dubbed "Calcutta" was highlighted -- though I only know this because of the massive amount of traffic that hit my little shoppe.

I owe someone a huge thanks for picking out my jewelry and getting it on the front page Etsy showcase! (Too bad I was busy gasping over the American gymnasts on the uneven bars !)

Thursday, July 10, 2008

East Indies for Missandrony

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Here's another variation on the East Indies color scheme -- this time with a little extra saffron and marifold yellow tones as specified by Missandrony (who, by the way, rocks). I think they turned out very nicely and look good when displayed on an obliging asiatic lily.

Custom Bracelets for Missandrony

0 comments Posted by Lia @ Bullfinch and Barbury at 10:40 AM

Missandrony was in need of a color fix, so she requested a couple of sets be made to add a bit of panache to her jewelry collection. To further fuel her "jewel-toned kick", I made a set of multi-toned bracelets in the most saturated colors I could get out of my enamels.

Wednesday, June 11, 2008

Jewelry at the Thatched Cottage, Doylestown

1 comments Posted by Lia @ Bullfinch and Barbury at 2:58 PM

If you stop into the Thatched Cottage on Main Street in Doylestown, PA, you can see a few of my pieces in person. Among the collections of desireable items housed in this lovely shop are a few of my Revolú bracelet sets, the Luna moth pendant with some earrings and stackable rings thrown in as well.

If you are in town, stop by and check them out! While you're at it, swing by one of my favorite places, The Mercer Museum, as it is only a stone's throw away.

Tuesday, April 29, 2008

"Regency" Bracelet Set

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I love this set because of it's demure shade and stately details like pastachio colored pearls, brass accents and "sgraffito" laurel branch pattern.

Monday, April 28, 2008

East Indies Bracelet Set ~ Variation 3

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This set find so many people who love it! Here's a new variation of spicy tones!

Wednesday, April 2, 2008

Etsy List: Necessary Accoutrements of a Bohemian Gentlewoman

0 comments Posted by Lia @ Bullfinch and Barbury at 1:44 PM

I posted a list of my favorite items on Etsy this afternoon, including a set of bracelets as well as some other refined elements that I really appreciate . . . including the lovely cloche hat sewn by LizaRietz and pumpkin souffle soap made by ThePrimPantry.

If you have a moment, check it out!

Thursday, March 13, 2008

Sneak Peek at Upcoming Spring Adornments!

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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!

Tuesday, February 26, 2008

Thanks, Cysegr!

0 comments Posted by Lia @ Bullfinch and Barbury at 1:20 PM

I just wanted to quickly thank Cysegr for being my first Etsy customer! She purchased the lovely set of East Indies bracelets that I posted a few weeks ago and is enjoying them in sunny California. I braved a pretty heavy snow storm to mail them out to her, but I'm an happy to know that the set is now in a better (warmer) place.

Friday, February 8, 2008

East Indies Bracelets ~ A Full Set of Revolú

0 comments Posted by Lia @ Bullfinch and Barbury at 2:30 PM

I love this set of five bracelets in bold spice-toned enamel. My favorite out of the whole lot is the peacock green and red Berries bracelet. I tried it on with my saffron colored Berries bracelet and the combination was proof that too much of a good thing was better!

East Indies Bracelets in a bowl made by my friend Emily Robinson

Close up of East Indies and the awesome Berries bracelet in this set!

Candied Fig ~ a set of Revolú Bracelets

0 comments Posted by Lia @ Bullfinch and Barbury at 2:03 PM

This past holiday, I used fresh figs in a couple of dishes an even candied them as a decoration. I think that a sliced fig has the prettiest color combination, so I used enamel to reinvent it's gorgeous tones.

This set is on my Bullfinch and Barbury Etsy shoppe -- please stop by and peruse my listings.

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