Websters defines "redux" as "brought back". It originates from the Latin word "reducere", meaning "lead back". So I think the name is appropriate here. A while back it I did a Hidden Treasures collection and blog post. The pieces chosen were a hit, so much so that you can no longer see the collection on Artfire because too many of the pieces sold. So I hope that will be the case for this sequel.
So, without further ado, let me lead you back through the Jewelry Creators Unite In Numbers (JCUIN) guild to find some new Hidden Treasures: (Click on the pictures for more info on each item.)
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| Sun Earrings, by Pretty Gonzo |
You know, I don't remember when it was, but I have loved these earrings since the day I first saw them. I think because they remind me of New Mexico (and vacation). It's obviously the sun motif silver focal beads and the desert colors in the African sand-cast resin beads on either side of the suns. The blue suede fringe is perfectly matched. These earrings are made by Mary of Pretty Gonzo. I really think earrings are her thing. Sometimes I can just see a picture of earrings and I know that she made them. That means she has found her style, something I certainly still aspire to do.
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| Labradorite Crescent Moon Pendant by Jewelry Art by Dawn |
This crescent moon shaped pendant is certainly a treasure that was hidden until I recently stumbled upon it. A very creative design, with one copper wire circle inside another to create a moon in a circle. Then the moon is filled in with tiny Labradorite beads delicately wire wrapped inside the crescent. The finishing touch is a faceted Citrine briolette dangling from the bottom of the moon. It's like a miniature work of art brought to you by Dawn, of Jewelry Art By Dawn. By the way, she also paints!
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| Embossed Brass Leaf Pendant by Iron Mountain Jewelry |
This pendant by Iron Mountain Jewelry is awesome. I thought the shape of it was just random until I read the title and realized it is actually in the shape of a leaf. I also thought at first that it was made from metal clay because of the texture on it. Turns out its actually embossed. I would sure like to know more about the process; I'm wondering if it's done with a rolling mill. (Maybe that's not embossed, I don't know.) Anyway, it's a treasure in my book!
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| Bronze Fold Form Forged Bracelet by Jan E O Jewelry |
Here's a hidden gem! This is a fold-formed bracelet in brass by Jan E O Jewelry. I can appreciate this because I have taken a class in fold-forming and made some earrings. I love the rustic look and the detailed texture that you see in some of the sections of the bracelet. I also think it has a really great flame patina!
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| Sonoran Sunrise and Sterling Silver Earrings by Lunar Skies |
These Sonoran Sunrise and sterling earrings by Lunar Skies are exquisite. I think I picked these because of the gorgeous colors, because I just as easily could have picked anything in his studio. They are all treasures! I am not familiar with the stone called sonora sunrise, but apparently it is a combination of three different stones (from top to bottom): cuprite, tenorite, and chrysocolla. Also I should tell you that the artist cuts his own stones. (I know where I'm going to go shopping for cabs after I get better at soldering!)
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| Cerulean Wave by Shanghai Tai |
OK, last but not least, I get to do a bit of self promotion. This is Cerulean Wave, the redux version. It is made of metal clay and blue dichroic glass. I make many pendants, and don't always make them into necklaces. I had photographed and listed this pendant on a blue cord that, while matching the dark blue in the dichroic glass, didn't do the pendant justice. So I have added this gorgeous sterling silver chain. It's wave pattern goes perfectly with the wave pattern in the bezel of the pendant. People say sequels aren't as good, but the redux is better.
I hope you enjoyed this virtual treasure hunt back through the JCUIN guild! Oh, if you'd like to see the Artfire Collection, you can find it here:
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