Czech Beads and Vintage Crystals, Oh My!

What's more beautiful than calming carribean ocean blue? Especially in the winter here in CT.  I feel warmer just looking at them.....I really need a vacation! These are the most wonderful vintage Czech faceted AB Sapphire beads I've found.  They are just gorgeous and sparkle like crazy. There was only a gross of sapphire, and one gross of light sapphire available, so I bought them all. After that, there is no more. Ahh....such is the life for vintage beads. The shape is very unique, sort of like a pointed round. Very beautiful and something that will set your designs apart! Here is the link for the lovelies:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37848448

I have also found some cool pressed and fire polished czech beads - melon shaped, butterflies, shells and more. Some are in a matt finish as well as glossy. Great beads to have in your stash for stringing or dangling!
Check them out: http://www.etsy.com/shop/vintagebeadery?section_id=5640679

Silver Oxidized Vintage Components

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My latest finds are gorgeous vintage silver oxidized pieces with Swarovski crystals made by Banana Bob. These components are so elegant; think what you could make with them. According to Swarovski, diamond jewelry is the hottest 2010 trends - here's an affordable way to make something current and stylish! I think a piece made with these would be awesome to wear with jeans as well as serve as a dressy piece. So versatile! What do you think?

Black Friday & Cyber Monday Special Offer!!!

Are you ready to make all those fabulous holiday gifts? Well, I'm here to help! On Black Friday, and through to Cyber Monday, I will be holding special offers at my shops. Could it be maybe a freebie?


I can't let the cat out of the bag yet, you'll have to stop by on Nov.26 - Nov 30 and see!!!

Think of all the wonderful "heartfelt" gifts you can make for the special people in your life. And don't forget some quick and easy gifts for teachers, hairdressers, babysitters, and all the other people who help you out all year!

I also have some wonderful new items that I have listed recently, as well as a ton of new items yet to be added to my sites.

Spoiler Alert! A whole line of Czech beads is coming - so stay tuned! I need to clone myself!!

Supply Team

For all your supply needs!

Check out the November Team ESST promotion thread for lots of great deals on supplies, including black Friday and Cyber Monday deals. It is time to get started on creating those holdiay gifts!
http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=6335128

Happy crafting!

Go Green! Recycle Vintage Jewelry Supplies

Go green! Recycle found vintage findings and beads into your own unique jewelry designs. These components were all made in the USA back in the 1970's when quality was as important as design. A truly special and unique way to design jewelry!

I specialize in high quality genuine vintage findings, beads and Swarovski crystal. I also carry many rare enameled brass pieces, which are so hot right now, but increasingly difficult to find. This gorgeous peice is an example, and in very limited supply.

I hunt old warehouses that have bought out long defunkt costume jewelry houses. One of my stock lines is Banana Bob: a high end costume jewelry line from the 70's. The warehouse I buy from purchased all of the Banana Bob stock when they went out of business. The pieces I obtain are not found anywhere else, and often I purchase the entire lot of a piece I like. There's no more to purchase - so if you like something I suggest you grab it. When they are gone, they are gone!!

Twilight Movie and Vintage Jewelry

Twilight inspired vintage jewelry. It's the biggest vampire thing since "Dark Shadows" back in the 70's. Well, darn, now you all know how old I am....and the girls love to wear Twilight inpired jewelry.

Anyways! I have had several designers buy certain vintage supply items I've offered en mass, to create Twilight inspired jewelry. And they are selling it like it's on fire. The movie's star Bella, as well as her friends wears awesome vintage pieces in the movie, and it's the biggest craze since the mood ring. (Again, my age....)

Most specifically, turquoise cabs and large cab settings. It's Bella's signature look, and I couldn't be more pleased. Some of these shops can't even keep up with the demand!


Here are some pictures of what you can create for your favorite "Twilight" fan, or yourself with vintage pieces. I haven't finished the pieces, but you get the drift. The look is elegant and timeless, and makes a bold statement. After all, what self respecting vampire doesn't want to have a great sense of style????

They are to "die" for :))
You can find the pieces in both my Etsy and Artfire shops!

Vintage Findings and Beads..OH MY!

Well, I'm finally back! So sorry for being gone so long, life just got in the way. But during all this time I was still hunting and buying vintage treasures for all of you clever designers. I have a room full of new pieces, and have been working 24/7 to get them listed on Etsy and Artfire for you to take a look at.  How about these awesome aqua blue cabochon links?? Can you say Twilight bracelet :)?

I'm still finding some coveted Banana Bob pieces, but they are very few and far between - they are almost all gone, especially the enameled pieces. I now buy all the remaining stock when I do find a piece, so at least I have what's left to offer to you. It's like finding treasure when I locate any!

Here are some wonderful examples of some great pieces I have found from my warehouse finds. Gorgeous vintage Banana Bob and cool copper beadcaps. And, for fun, a funky retro brass ring with a huge flower setting. Imagine the possibilities - what fun!

Blog Contest: Leave a comment and let me know what you think of my new items and you'll be entered to win a surprise packet of vintage goodies!  Hint - it will include some Swarovski crystal :). Winner announced 11/12/09.