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Vintage pins make great statements. Collectors often have favorite themes like flowers, dogs, musical instruments and fruit. And, it’s always nice to add to a collection. I’ve never set out specifically to pick up a pin. I randomly stumble across them when doing something else. This time my washing machine broke forcing a quick trip…
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Vintage jewelry is a favorite of mine. As a child I coveted my grandmother’s brooches and beads. They always looked so pretty and added a personal touch to every outfit. There’s mystery, history and the element of daring to be different when you find just the right piece. And the brooches in particular are often large…
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Estate jewelry comes with a history. It’s often a mystery, although sometimes the former owner shares things with the seller who can pass it along to the new owner. Not so for this old world charm, but I imagine it to have been on a magnificent bracelet with many others collected over the years. The…
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Once upon a time this spoon was part of someone’s silverware set. Now it’s a great piece of vintage jewelry. The ring is 100% made with the end of a sterling silver spoon. It has been cut and shaped to fit my finger perfectly. It’s got weight, detail and smoothness. While touring visitors around our…
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Valentine’s day is almost here. There’s still time to pick up something for that special someone. Or make something. It’s the thought that counts. Perhaps even go rogue and provide a surprise treat, just because, any time you feel like it. Between my daughter and me there’s a few jewelry hearts around our house. The…
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Hand me down jewels are totally fab. These pins are from both of my grandmothers. I was the grandchild that coveted them the most so they were passed along to me – a windfall for sure. They hold fond memories of amazing women and are totally versatile with many different looks. My grandmothers were always…
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