Monday, September 21, 2009

Neko Kawaii - SOLD

Meow! Neko Kawaii means "Lovely Cat" in Japanese. This pair of lovelies is as sweet as can be and the materials used are nothing but the finest. ;) Ah... let me take this opportunity to share with all Luffwork-ians that I'll be making a trip to the Land of the Rising Sun in about a month from now! *Screams* Yippee! I shall go hunting for uniquely Japanese charms and knick knacks and incorporate them into my jewelry so do watch this space! Although this is my second trip to Japan, the excitement has not diminished one bit! I shall have tonnes of Nippon fun! ;)

Made with: Semi-precious gemstones: Mother-of-Pearl and Olive Jade, Freshwater Pearls, Swarvoski crystals and 14k gold-plated components

Length: Approx 5.5cm

Obsidian Peranakan

*The Peranakan Collection*


Above: Overview of the earrings

Above: Close-Up view of the earrings

A gemstone, Obsidian is a naturally occurring volcanic glass formed as an extrusive igneous rock. In Fengshui terms, the Obsidian is said to be able to dispel negative energies in relationships. Combined with a Peranakan-like round filigree, it is nothing short of gorgeous!

Made with: Semi-precious gemstone: *Snowflake Obsidian, Swarovski crystals and 14k gold-plated filigree and components

Length: 7.5cm

Price: SGD40.90

*More about the Snowflake Obsidian
Snowflake Obsidian is a stone of purity. It balances mind body and spirit and is used by healers to relieve muscle cramps. Some considers it to be a good detoxification stone.


Mousedeer Chic Bag Charm

An electic combination of charms is used for this bag charm. You've got an adorable mousedeer, a hot pink heart and an oriental bead. Top if off with the Koreans' latest rage - a polka dot ribbon! Wow, this charm is ONE hot thing! :)

Made with: Wooden, plastic and oriental charms and ribbon + Swarovski crystals (not shown in photo)

Price: SGD27.90

*Psst, I've added some Swarovski crystal for a dash of bling. Wanna find out how it looks??! Sure, just grab it now! ;D

A Touch of Peranakan (Earrings & Necklace)

*The Peranakan Collection*

Above: A touch of Peranakan Earrings

Above: A Touch of Peranakan Necklace

Presenting "A touch of Peranakan Earrings and Necklace"! The necklace comprises handstitched batik yoyos interspersed with Mother-of-Pearl loops in 2 different shapes and sizes; it screams Peranakan with a modern twist! The process of creating both the earrings and necklace re-connects me with my Peranakan heritage -my mum's a Peranakan. To get in touch with my roots, I scoured the streets of Malacca for all things Peranakan and bingo, I stumbled upon this wondrous piece of batik fabric. When I explained to the shop assistant my desire to turn the fabric into a piece of jewelry-she was stunned beyond words! Well, she probably didn't believe that I could do it!! ;)

Here you are, the painstaking effort I put into creating the yoyos (erm, I am really not quite talented in the sewing department) i.e. getting needle pricks and all from time to time is all worthwhile!

Pick this up and sashay down the street in true-blue Peranakan fashion!
#Necklace made with : Semi-precious gemstone: Mother-of-Pearl, Batik fabric and 14k gold-plated components

#Earrings made with: Batik fabric and rhodium components

Length of earrings: 5.5cm

Price: SGD69.90 (Necklace), SGD21.90 (Earrings)

Bikini Tango Bag Charm - SOLD

Above: Overview of Bikini Tango
Above: Close-Up view of Bikini Tango

This cutesy bag charm comes with a Madonna-like bra/bikini top. A refreshing change from your run-of-the-mill sweetie pie kindda bag embellishments. ;)

Made with: Charms, plastic heart, ribbons, 14k gold-plated components

Rustic Dust - SOLD: Sorry, no re-makes.

Above: Overview of Rustic Dust

Above: Close-Up view of Rustic Dust

A rustic looking, vintage-y sorta earrings. The asymmetrical design is intentional - a twist to the general scheme of things. Though not an uncommon technique in jewelry making, the crux lies in the combination of materials. Good for outfits with a Roman flavour to it. Top it off with Gladiator heels!

Made with: Gold-dusted acrylic imported bead, Freshwater pearls, High quality filigree-type metal and 14k gold-plated components

Length: 8cm (including earwires)

Crochet Flora Earrings

Bright, cheery and lightweight. These are the characteristics of Crochet Flora. Sweeten up your day with this pair of earrings! :)

Made with: Crocheted Flowers and 14k gold-plated earwires

Length: 6cm

Price: SGD12.90