A Ring from Bali

A few days ago I received a package delivered to my doorstep by DHL. It contained the loveliest ring which arrived to me all the way from distant Bali and Java. I purchased it via NOVICA an online shopping site which, in association with National Geographic, works directly with thousands of master artisans in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. This helps bring these artisans' beautiful creations and their stories, to collectors worldwide.

My ring was made by Putu Putri who, "Inspired by my family's spirit and their great support, I decided to venture on my own and design sterling silver jewelry in both traditional and modern styles."

The ring is called 'Comet' and includes faceted garnets on .925 sterling silver. It came in its own lovely box accompanied by a little descriptive ticket, order details and a lovely miniature postcard showing a Balinese dancer ..... NOVICA have a really efficient service - the ring only took a few days to reach me on my island in the Med.... great service!..... & absolutely stunning ring....

View more special Novica items here:

http://jewelry.novica.com/bracelets/pendant/

http://jewelry.novica.com/earrings/dangle/onyx/

http://accessories.novica.com/womens/shawls/silk/india/

http://accessories.novica.com/scarves/blue/

White Easter

The art in Jewellery

Most people seem to forget or may never have known that jewellery is considered a minor art form. It is not just the jewellery people wear. It is much more than that. 


Jewellery is usually an artistic creation, designed by a creative mind and made by creative hands. Even if it is machine made, it was first designed by someone and you can bet your bloomers that that design came from an original idea born out of a handmade, out of something from daily life, out of inspiration that something quit ordinary excited the designer or creator into making something lasting.....


Today I just want to treat you to some jewellery designs that have caught my eye and which I invite you to observe - look at the way a form you may have seen many times in your life, was turned into a jewellery form for others to wear and enjoy wearing. Look at the way colour and form have met to make a little jewel something special.... 


Move to the last image where a pretty unique and abstract design has been transformed into a precious jewel - what do you see? It will be interesting to get your comments and compare impressions....

The Queen of Spades and her Shoes

She is a professional poker player. She is also an infamous shoe addict. Meet Beth Shak as she gives us a private tour of her three closets of shoes - her entire shoe collection - and she owns over 1200 pairs!
The latest Director's Diary Episode 7 from God Save My Shoes.

Meeting Me

Hello World!


For the first time on this blog, I want you to really meet me. 


Since I launched Fairyfiligree in 2009, I never ever included a picture of myself on the blog. Strangely enough nobody bothered to ask about me, the person behind the blog,  until very recently somebody asked me why there was no picture of myself on the blog. They said they felt disconnected with the owner of the blog if they didn't see his/her picture. 


It made sense to me. So, I wanted to introduce myself visually to you all. All 130 followers and all the rest of the visitors who pass by on a daily basis and rarely leave a comment... but I know you pass through - I read the stats! As Fairyfiligree is presently registering over 5000 page views every month, its popularity is growing in the big wide world.


You can read more about me here. 


Have a good Friday!

A Box for all Seasons

I am especially inspired by curious looking boxes and own quite a small collection of boxes made of an assortment of materials. They are handy little things to keep jewellery, business cards, trinkets, pins.... so when I came across this seller today, I couldn't resist sharing all her beautiful boxes... Which one do you like best? They are all made by Kasia from Cracow.  Visit her shop - Lavandulavera on Etsy.