Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Just a Glimpse - New for Winter

2 comments Posted by Lia @ Bullfinch and Barbury at 5:02 PM

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

0 comments Posted by Lia @ Bullfinch and Barbury at 10:00 AM




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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      Thursday, April 2, 2009

      Trunkt and 1000 Markets

      0 comments Posted by Lia @ Bullfinch and Barbury at 1:23 PM



      I am slowly (but surely) setting up shop on 1000markets.com and trunkt.org. Both are packed with beautiful finds - perhaps it is taking me longer than usual to get all the details hammered out because I am too busy perusing all the other listings! Take a look:


      From quejimenez




      From delightworthyn







      (Who could resist?!)

      1000 Markets is as the name suggests - a series of well-curated collections of goods; each market has it's own unique and overarching theme or style. One of my favorites is Bohemia Espirt. Pardon my graphics fixation - but isn't the banner pretty???









       

      Wednesday, March 18, 2009

      Custom Jewelry Gallery

      4 comments Posted by Lia @ Bullfinch and Barbury at 2:50 PM

      Hurrah for custom orders! Here are a few of my favorite commissioned pieces.

      P.S.: if you recognize one of these as your's, please feel free to send a photo of you wearing it so that I can include it with these! My e-mail: bullfinchbarbury@gmail.com





      Emperor Dragonfly Pendant / Pin






      Luna Moth Inspired Bracelet Set




      Rainbow Bracelet Set




      Labradorite Inspired Bracelet Set
      (oh . . . bad camera phone! The auto-focus can't be turned off!)




      Woodland Bracelet Set







      "Spot On" Bracelet Set

       

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      Wednesday, February 25, 2009

      Is It Time For a New Look?

      6 comments Posted by Lia @ Bullfinch and Barbury at 3:29 PM

      I love beautiful shop banners and graphics - and though I'm no graphic designer, I have fun trying out new designs. Yet, when it comes to making a decision on which one I should use, it's usually best for me to leave that up to someone else! I need to borrow your good taste : which of these is most fitting?


      Choice #1:


      Choice # 2




      Or Choice #3




      Please share your opinion here!

       

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      Wednesday, February 11, 2009

      My New Shop : Lia Bowen Studio

      0 comments Posted by Lia @ Bullfinch and Barbury at 3:46 PM



      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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