Jan Smith Jewelry

We recently became aware of a jewelry exhibition currently showing at Facèré Jewelry Art Gallery:

"JuJu Magic" runs from January 27, 2010 - February 15, 2010.

 

"JuJu Magic" is a contemporary jewelry art show featuring seventeen artists with magic in mind.

As the gallery describes it - Juju is a word of West African origin that refers to the supernatural power ascribed to an object or fetish. The object that contains the juju can then be used to cure ailments (good juju) or even exact revenge (bad juju). The artists of this "JuJu Magic" exhibition have created their own interpretations of this theme: from mnemonic devices for prayer and mementos of home to amulets for protection and charmed objects.

Some of the Jewelry Artists in this exhibition include: Allyson Bone, Nancy Bonnema, Jessica Calderwood, Susan Chin, Christina Goodman, Janice P. Ho, Judith Hoyt, Nicole Jacquard, Maya Kini, Christy Klug, Karen McCreary, Jan Smith, Cindy Sumner, and Cynthia Toops.

Let's take a look at some examples of the one-of-a-kind jewelry included in this exhibition -- Here is an adorable brooch made by Jan Smith called, 'Loves Me,' fabricated in sterling silver, enamel on copper, and 22k gold bimetal.

Jan has also contributed an exuberant neckpiece and earring set in sterling silver and enamel on copper called 'Protection From Crazy Makers.'

 

 

If you get an opportunity to visit this exhibition in person, let us know. OK?

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Pinkdawn

Ah, with Valentine's day right around the corner... I can't get my head out of all the pretty and pink shops! Pinkdawn is no exception! Filled with all sorts of divine pieces from earrings, to bracelets to earrings, oh my! This shop's got it all! Dawn makes all of her lovely jewelry from her home studio in Perth Western Australia. Perfect (and affordable) styles for brides and any princess at heart! ;) Visit today and find something to treasure!

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Fuchsia Bloom Studio

What girl doesn't feel the need to add to her jewelry collection during the Valentine's day season? Who am I kidding... I should say, ANY season! ;) I was pleasantly surprised by all the adoringly lovely finds over at Fuchsia Bloom Studio. It was honestly difficult to choose which perfectly divine pieces to feature! There are goodies lurking in every corner of the shop! Stop by today and find something beautiful for your loved one (and yourself)!

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RobertoSand

I bought these totally awesome custom coasters from RobertoSand and I just had to rave about them! I was really getting tired of my metal coasters that would stick to the bottom of sweaty cups... and even more so of the paper ones that would just soak up the drips. These wooden ones are absolutely perfect! They're such an awesome gift too! I love love love them! Stop by RobertoSand today and find something perfect.

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Bonnie Blandford Jewelry

Jewelry made by metalsmith, Bonnie Blandford has a satisfying sense of solidity.   It strikes a chord with us and we find her jewelry has a flavor that is distinct and unambiguous.

Each design has a calm, serene feeling with a twist of fun mixed in.

This pendant is from Bonnie's Black Gold Series.

Here is a one-of-a-kind brooch made with sterling silver, 24k gold and an opal.  The asymmetrical design suits it perfectly.

and here are earrings she has made with colored sterling.

Never boring, always pretty, often surprising, Bonnie's work is fun and inspiring.

What do you think?

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