New Earrings - Amethyst Gems Dangle

This is the first pair of earrings that have non-Swarovski elements incorporated into the piece.

It has 2 natural amethyst gems, and together with 6 lt amethyst bicones & 4 amethyst rounds. 2" drop.

The gems give it a very natural and down-to-earth look, and the contrast with the lt amethyst crystals is gentle and soothing.

New Earrings - Bermuda Blue AB Heart Dangle

These bermuda blue AB heart dangle earrings are stunning!

The bermuda blue adds mystery, and the AB just adds extra sparkle! Contrasting are capri blue and crystal bicones. The drop is approx 2" long, and the pair dangles and sways freely.

Originally I was thinking of looping the beads through to form a hoop shape, but the bicones were too dominating so I simply strung them on top of the heart pendant, which is the focus of the piece.

New Charms - Shibaken, Kindergarten Bear

2 new additions to the Nature Series - Shibaken, and Kindergarten Bear!

A Japanese Shibaken made with sun, lt peach bicones, and jet & jet hematite rounds. It is SOOooo tiny and cute!


Another addition is a not-so-straight-forward animal - a bear that goes to kindergarten! His classmates will soon join him. Be sure to check back later for some other cute animals carrying bags and backpacks, and going to school!

New Charms - Maltese & Daschund

2 new additions to the Nature Series - Maltese & Daschund!

These little cuties are the first animal members to the series!

A maltese made with opal white bicones, and various jet rounds, and a daschund made with LC and S topaz bicones, and various jet rounds.

Who can say no to these cute little faces, and those puppy eyes?

If you're a dog lover, these are the perfect charms for you!

New Charms

Twinkle twinkle little star, how I wonder what you are....

It's been a while since I made anything for the Nature Series. Take a look at this Twinkle Little Star consisting a total of 25 crystal AB bicones of 3 different sizes. The AB (Aurore Boreale) gives it the extra sparkle!


Also, a new addition to the Sweets Series - Chocolate Donut

Another piece of chocolatie sweet! Do you like donuts? Do you like chocolate??? If you answered yes to both Qs then here's a perfect 0 calorie chocolate donut for you to enjoy!

Petite Heart Earrings

New addition to Earrings!

What is a better way to show someone your love by giving them your heart? Why give 1 when you can give 2!

Each petite heart was handcrafted individually. On top of each is a rose alabaster bicone to balance the transparency from the crystals. A crystal AB bicone adds shimmer!

This pair of petite heart dangle earrings would make a great gift for someone special, especially someone who adores pink!

New Sweets Charm - Chocolat Square Cake

This little chocolat square cake is sooo sweet and cute!

Different shades of topaz and burgandy bicones were used to create the rich and dark chocolate layers, alternating with 2 flavours of "buttercream filings" by using sand opal and white alabaster.

It is beautifully decorated with small pieces of "fruit" using a mixture of round, glass pearls, bicones, and daisy flower disc.

Sweet and luscious...the perfect harmony.

New Sweets Charms - Orange Ice-cream Cone & Millefeuille Tart

Another 2 additions to the Sweets Series - Orange Ice-cream Cone, and Millefeuille Tart!

Ok, there's no mystery to an orange ice-cream cone, but for those who are not professional dessert makers or eaters, you might wonder...what the heck is "millefeuille"!?

It is French, first of all, hence, the awkward spelling. Second of all, it is generally referred to as pastries with several layers of puff pastry alternating with a sweet filling. A very common example is the Napoleon.

This cute and colourful little charm represents just that. You can see the layers of "puff pastries" made with LC Topaz bicones, and the sweet filling was made with opal white and assorted colours. The top layer "sponge" also consists of opal white as well as a Lt Siam round "cherry" to top it all off.

It looks good enough to eat! I wouldn't though if I were you because it looks more tasty to the eyes!

New Access to Purchase My Products

Besides of listing on eBay, I have begun listing my products on etsy as well. So if you are interested in purchasing any of the products listed on my blog, you can do so at:

http://artycrystals.etsy.com

or you can purchase directly from me. Simply send me an email at:

artycrystals@gmail.com

Charm Bracelet

I recently purchased a few charm bracelets to go with my collection.

Take a look at this adorable interlinked heart bracelet to attach the cute charms to!
7" in length, 925 sterling silver, and each heart link is wide so attachment can be nice and easy!

I can attach a 2" chain extender for wiggle room if necessary.

New Charms - Strawberry Tart & Mint Ice-cream

2 additions to the Sweets Series!

Check out these cute little charms - a strawberry tart, and a mint ice-cream cone.

The strawberry tart has a whole strawberry made individually attached to the top of the tart, filled with a tier of "sponge" made with opal white bicones layered with strawberry
cream made with Lt rose bicones.

The mint ice-cream cone is the first of all the ice-cream flavours. Other flavours - vanilla, orange, lemon, choc chip, and marble - will be available soon.

Earrings Sold!

The Starfish Earrings (aquamarine) are sold!

The starfish come in various colours, so if you are interested please let me know so I can make you a brand new pair! :)

New Charm - Celebrity Bag

Another addition to the Elegance Series.

The original size of this design was slightly longer and bigger. I improvised and managed to retain the essence of it. However, I intend to make one that's slightly shorter in height so that it'll look as similar to the original as possible.

What I love about this charm is the fact that it is so dimensional. I achieved this by using 3&4mm bicones. It stands up on its own, and it does look just like a real bag!

New Charm - Strawberry Dounut

Another addtion to the Sweets Series - Strawberry Dounut.

It was supposed to be a strawberry & milk dounut but I'm lacking some colours. BUT! I've ordered them so it won't be long until other exciting flavours become available! :)

I guess by just looking at it, it can be open to interpretation. It does look a little bit like a cake. But if you look closer, especially in the centre, you'd be able to see the dounut ring shape and that it is bottomless. It's a cute little dounut that will sparkle, and yes, still smaller than a US quarter coin!

New Charms

Last night, I finished a few more in the following series:

- Fruity: Cherries, Pineapple
- Nature: Tulip (lt blue)
- Seasonal: Jack-O-Lantern

I intend to make more sweets charms - chocolate, cake, dounuts, parfait, ice-cream; and little animal charms once I purchase more crystals of different colours.

Who can resist those????

I will soon have in my inventory bracelet chains to attach these little charms to. I think of it as another way of enjoying the sun...letting my arty crystals shine!!!

Charms

This is definitely the most interesting category of all! I guarantee it!

All the charms I have made can be used as a bracelet charm, pendant, bag charm, attached to a phone strap, or turned into a pair of earrings if you purchase 2. They are highly customisable!

Same as my other creations, all hardware are in 925 Sterling Silver.

There are currently 4 series:

- Fruity: strawberry, mandarin orange, apple, eggplant (yes, I know this is not a fruit...but it's just as cute!)
- Elegance: purse, slipper, bonnet
- Sweets: cake slice
- Nature: tulip, starfish (pendant)


The smallest is approximately 1/2" in height and width (which is even smaller than a US quarter coin), so they are extremely cute and adorable!!

You can view the slide show of all of the above, and I'm happy to provide more photos (larger and clearer) upon requests.

You can purchase them from my eBay seller's page or directly from me. If you want to ask questions, please feel free to send me an email or leave a comment.

http://shop.ebay.com/merchant/arty_crystals

artycrystals@gmail.com

I will post more once I have other designs in this category added. :)

Earrings

I have created some simple, and yet elegant earrings. Mostly single drop, or pendant, in different arrays of colour.

All hardware are 925 Sterling Silver. I used ear wires for ease of putting on and removal. The drop hangs and sways freely to add dimension.

All single drop earrings can be made into twin drop. Feel free to contact me if you're interested. :)

You can purchase them from my eBay seller's page or directly from me. If you want to ask questions, please feel free to send me an email or leave a comment.

http://shop.ebay.com/merchant/arty_crystals

artycrystals@gmail.com

I will post more once I have other designs in this category added. :)

Bracelets & Bands

For the bands, I made these with 4mm and/or 3mm Swarovski bicones crystals of different colours into unique motifs:

- Heart
- Diamond
- Hexagon
- Stripe

They're all approximately 7" in length, with a 2" extender. All the hardware are in 925 sterling silver, as in ALL of them! I wanted to make sure the band will stay looking great over time, and also not to cause any allergic reaction.


As for the bracelets, also made with 4mm and/or 3mm Swarovski bicones crystals, and other shapes such as flowers, and hearts. Some of them have sterling silver hardware, some were strung through elastic beading threads so you can slip it on and off with ease. They'll also make great presents for children.


All of these can be made into matching necklaces or chokers, as well as earrings. Simple, and yet elegant. Don't forget that they SHINE!!! If you want an alternative to diamonds, these are the perfect substitution!!!!

You can purchase them from my eBay seller's page or directly from me. If you want to ask questions, please feel free to send me an email or leave a comment.

http://shop.ebay.com/merchant/arty_crystals

artycrystals@gmail.com

I will post more once I have other designs in this category added. :)

Introduction

Hi, my name is Bonnie.

I've decided to blog about some of the creations I've made because they're just too cute not to share with the world.

Jewelry making has always been one of my favourite hobbies, besides of cross stitching, knitting, and gaming. I always thought that giving someone a handmade present just shows how special they are as these little trinkets take time. But the thought of putting a smile on someone's face makes me happy, too.

I learnt most of my techniques from my mum, who's also my inspiration for some of the designs.

I use mainly, if not all, authentic Swarovski elements crystals of different shapes and sizes. They surely SHINE....and SHINE under all sorts of lighting!! Yes, they are more expensive than plastic beads, but in the end, they're all worth it. You can trust me on this one.

I'm in the process of launching my products, currently on eBay. I'll also set up a proper site in the near future so that the rest of the world can own a piece of "arty crystal" as well. Yes, just like most of you, I only have 2 hands, but I work fast. So in no time, there should be a gallery of inventory for you to explore.

I appreciate the time you took to read my blog. :) Please feel free to leave comments, and yes, please contact me if you see something you like. I do sell them.

For now, you can purchase these on my eBay seller's page:

http://shop.ebay.com/merchant/arty_crystals

Or you can purchase them directly from me (I do ship worldwide). Just simply send me an email:

artycrystals@gmail.com


Enjoy!