chelsea gwynne

tis you or none - vintage valentine.

2012-02-05T08:35:00.000-05:00

This vintage valentine comes on a pink matte in a chocolate (colored) frame. The valentine is German but shipped in the US in February of 1910 to a small Connecticut town.

Prove your staying power with a gift that stands the test of time.

Click below to purchase - $25. Personalized gift wrapping included.

vintage valentine - sweethearts

2012-02-03T17:01:00.000-05:00

For over 100 years, this postcard has been tucked away. One Valentine's Day in 1909 someone sent it to their loved one, and it was briefly cherished and put into a collection of beautiful cards.

I imagine that whomever received this hoped that she might one day feel like the woman in the card, with a new gold ring adorning her finger, looking into the eyes of a rather rosy cheeked suitor! My hope is that wish came true for her!

One hundred and two years later, you can give this card to your little Valentine in a 5x7 frame, so she might keep it up year round as a testament to a very timeless courtship.

$25 with holiday packaging.
Click below to purchase !

a quiet occasion earrings

2012-01-21T17:06:00.003-05:00

Smokey quartz, moonstone, and amethyst.
These beautiful earrings are a simple drop with a gold french hook ear wire - a charming and elegant pair for everyday.

Perhaps you'd love to have these to give on Valentine's or to wear on a quiet occasion.
Semi precious gemstones, gold filled wire
$40 including S&H.
click below to purchase this one of a kind pair.

sinclair set

2012-01-13T18:52:00.002-05:00

This lovely set is the perfect year-round addition of gold to your jewelry collection.
The 18 inch gold and gold plated necklace is ideal for layering, dressing up a white button down, or a slightly modern look to wear with a LBD.
The earrings bring in a touch of boho, but with with a night-time vibe.
So, perhaps you're looking for a one of a kind matching set for an upcoming event, or maybe there's a need to get an extra special gift. G'on! Click below to purchase!
$80 including packaging, S&H.

robins egg stud earrings

2012-01-06T17:02:00.002-05:00

Sometimes you just need a little gift for a shower, a thank you, a pick-me-up, or a just-for-you. I love to maintain a little arsenal
of sweet and personal gifts to give.
Surprised a loved one, best girlfriend, or new mom with these lovely stud earrings.
The colors are bright and work with all seasons.
The style is bold but timeless.
I bet she'd love them! But, then again, you might, too!!

$40 including S&H and personalization if gift.
click below to purchase this one of a kind set.

About Town - Ryann in Florida!

2012-01-06T16:26:00.004-05:00

Beautiful Ryann showing off her Brooklyn Bangle,
about town in Jacksonville, Florida!

Send us photos of you in CG to chelseagwynne@gmail.com !
We'd love to show YOU off!

your new lucky studs. - sold!

2012-01-05T20:57:00.004-05:00

gold and pearl never fails.
this classic combination makes for a completely chic look.
$40
includes S&H
this stud earring has a sterling silver post and is matte gold plated.
We're sorry! This item has sold!

BRIGHTEN JANUARY GIVEAWAY

2012-01-04T20:56:00.007-05:00

January can be the cruelest month. With the holidays in the rear view and the "lengthening daylight" seeming like Mother Nature's bad joke, life can seem a little less than thrilling. That's why you have my explicit permission to do whatever you can to make it through. Shop, sleep, eat cookies, and, by all means, add an espresso shot to your latte.
Oh, and enter giveaways. Like mine, below. Enjoy this antique earring turned into a ring and remember that when life hands you snow...book a ticket to the Keys.

vintage rhinestone earring re-purposed into a size 4/12 ring!
sterling silver base
ring can be made a half size *larger*

TO ENTER: LEAVE A COMMENT BELOW AND TELL US HOW YOU PLAN TO BRIGHTEN JANUARY. A WINNER WILL BE CHOSEN BY RANDOM.ORG THIS FRIDAY AT 4PM.
thanks for entering and bon chance!

mens gift guide

2011-12-21T21:52:00.001-05:00

mens gift guide by chelseagwynne featuring Barbour

Barbour
barbour.com

Tricker's for End Hunting Co. Two Tone Kelmscott Boot
£355 - endclothing.co.uk

Patagonia 'Nano Puff®' Jacket
$179 - nordstrom.com

The Caroline Collection Typewriter Letter "W" Cufflinks
$95 - barneys.com

Deerskin gloves
$78 - jcrew.com

Moschino Signature Solid Wool Fringed Long Scarf
$75 - forzieri.com

Barbour - Fleece Lined Hunter Hat
£29 - cureuk.com

Nearly Natural 4103 Cedar Bonsai Silk Plant Permanent Tree - Decor...
$85 - decoruniverse.com

Boston Bruins Puck Shaped Rug
$25 - sportsfanfare.com

Junior toy archery set
$15 - sheplers.com

Pendleton Chief Joseph Robe Zd411-51156
279 CAD - gravitypope.com

2011-12-21T17:53:00.002-05:00

A few festive necklaces making their way out!
Have you finished all the shopping, wrapping and tying of bows?
The holiday is almost here!
My best to you...
C

{{holiday collection}} - Chesnut Necklace

2011-12-21T16:55:00.000-05:00

cozy up by the fire with an eclectic mix of stones in the chesnut necklace.
citrine, jade, agate, quartz, and garnet adorn with a gold lobster clasp.
19 inches. one of a kind and will not be duplicated.
$50
S + cute-holiday-packaging including.
click below to purchase

fraise necklace

2011-12-21T13:58:00.000-05:00

beautiful bright pink magnesite gives this fraise necklace a completely feminine look with a
touch of earth-mama
feel.

a perfect length at 19 inches, solid gold clasp, gorgeous with a scoop neck T.
one of a kind
$72

rebecca necklace

2011-12-21T13:07:00.000-05:00

The Rebecca Necklace.

Cool silver, antique Tibetan, quatrefoil shaped beads placed between brown crazy-lace agate beads.
(my! that's a mouth full! But "crazy-lace" is just too fun to say)

This necklace manages to pull off the rustic-polished look with
a nod to antique styling and materials.

20 inches with a sterling silver lobster clasp.
$60
One of a kind. Click below to purchase.

superglitzers.

2011-12-20T13:44:00.000-05:00

the superglitz are a big-time, show-stopping pair.
multicolored rhinestones and light pink crystal adorn
with sterling silver earring wires.

perfect for bridal, bachelorette, black tie, or everyday wild.
$40.

{{holiday collection}} - winter hue custom ring

2011-12-11T19:32:00.002-05:00

A custom ring headed out into the frosty air! And below, a little scape of the feeling I tried to create with the winter hue ring, bringing in the semi precious stones of garnet, moonstone, labradorite, aquamarine, and tourmaline around a pearl.

would you like a custom ring? drop me a line! chelseagwynne@gmail.com

{{holiday collection}} - golden graces necklace

2011-12-09T19:58:00.002-05:00

I'm not sure about you, but during the winter I just want to throw on all of my favorite things - at once. I want to wear the warmest scarf with the best wooly coat. My favorite socks with those boots that dress up every outfit. I also have to resist throwing on every last piece of jewelry that lifts my spirits above freezing.

But why resist? The golden graces necklace is the perfect antidote. Vintage rhinestones dangle from festive gold and attach securely with a sterling silver lobster clasp at 19 inches.

This completely unique piece might just be the perfect gift for the big New Year's fete, or for the girl who appreciates a nod of nostalgia.

click below to purchase. $50 including S&H within U.S.

a custom pair for a special event

2011-12-03T16:26:00.005-05:00

I was contacted a short while ago by a customer who was looking for a pair of earrings to match with her fabulous outfit for a winter wedding that she'll be attending next week.

She gave me quite a bit to go on, showing me the dress (below) and the fabulous shoes (below).
I made a little inspiration board using her items and my thoughts of how she might look that night.

It didn't hurt that she is was amenable to my idea of incorporating various metals to bring out the copper, and I drew in bright sparkly baubles to really celebrate the season.

She is a really classic beauty of a girl - and when I think of her I imagine her in fine studs, so I made these earrings reflect that with a gold stud above the hand made hoop. I'm pleased with the earrings - a lovely blend of a party pair with a nod to classical styling (had to get two pearls in there, at least!)

Have a wonderful time at the wedding, C! Dance the night away!

{{holiday collection}} - jack frost necklace - SOLD

2011-11-30T17:46:00.004-05:00

embrace winter white with the jack frost necklace.
the slightest hint of sparkle enhances white
soapstone with black sparkle in between.
yellow resin and pewter colored crystal spheres finish it off.
and a lovely sterling & rhinestone clasp!
20 inches in length.

$45
s&h included. one of kind & will not be duplicated.
click below to purchase.
We're sorry! This item has sold!

About Town Bridal - Lindsay in VT

2011-11-28T21:05:00.007-05:00

I clocked the sun setting today at 4:46 pm.

As the days become impossibly short I'm finding some solace in summer pictures - especially those of beautiful bridal parties.

Over the summer Lindsay entrusted me with one of the best wedding jewelry challenges yet and I've just received some photographic proof of the fantastic results.

beautiful photos by alison pierce photography

Lindsay found the perfect bridesmaids dresses but wasn't so fond of a bow on the hip and quickly had them removed.
She wanted me to create something to adorn the space that coordinated with her wedding colors.

Together we came up with this idea for these brooches

(blogged about here)

in the most cheerful yellow with vintage rhinestones sewn throughout. I must have inherited some genealogical trait toward hand sewn bead work as I couldn't have been happier to sew in each piece just thinking of how it would make Lindsay's wedding day a bit more special.
I think it did the trick! Thank you Lindsay (how gorgeous is she?) and all the best for a lifetime of love!

fringe benefit - SOLD

2011-11-01T13:46:00.004-04:00

Play up the tassel trend, or add pizazz to a simple sheath dress with the ultra long Fringe Benefit necklace.

Beautiful gold plated rolo chain and a
giant hunk of rose quartz adorn this beauty.

$35 - click below to purchase
jewelrs note: this piece falls just a few inches above the belly-button! Very flattering and elongating effect!

beautiful and rare: Tibetan Coral Necklace - SOLD

2011-11-01T09:16:00.004-04:00

For the jewelry collector:
This necklace is an absolute stunner with 20 inches of the most precious and rare stones that have been in the shop.

Small garnet stones, intermixed with small antique brass beads fall into a ruddy brown piece of jade, then large and rare Tibetan coral beads next to ever-so-slightly sparkly red agate. A gold lobster clasp safely secures this piece at 20 inches.

One of my favorite things about these garnets is that they have a slight sparkle but still capture that earthy, global sort of look.

This one of a kind necklace is certainly a piece of wearable art. Pull together any ensemble with this Tibetan Coral Necklace but just prepare yourself for the compliments.

$160
We're sorry! This item has sold,

beWitching this month.

2011-10-30T20:34:00.000-04:00

Rake in the compliments with this 22 inch orange stunner. Faceted brass pieces and hook and eye clasp adorn and make for a slightly earthy feel. The longer length works beautifully with low scoop neck dresses or over simple t-shirts with a velvet blazer. It is the perfect piece to show off as you cozy up to fall.

$100
Completely one of a kind. Click below to purchase.

vintage black eyed susan necklace - sold

2011-10-12T14:23:00.001-04:00

a vintage brooch is repurposed into this chic little piece
with onyx beads and copper finishes.
the gold flower brooch features tiny rhinestones and hangs
asymmetrically on the 18.5 inch necklace

one of a kind - this piece will not be duplicated.
$55

we're sorry! this item has sold!

Custom Bridesmaids Jewelry for an October Wedding.

2011-10-02T19:04:00.004-04:00

These custom bracelets and earrings were made for an upcoming October wedding in Connecticut. The bride and I had a fabulous time working together, coming up with a way to bring in elegant pieces for her one-shouldered bridesmaids' dresses.

We chose the cool grey of the semi-precious stone Labradorite and classic round pearls. Long earrings really make for an incredibly elegant look, and whats more, they tend to make just about every woman on the planet look thinner. Yes, they're basically the Spanx of the jewelry world - just far, far more comfortable. The bracelets are classic wire-wrapped loops with pearl, bright silver crystal, and round labs with a lobster clasp.

Wishing you all the best, Betsy, on your BIG DAY!

Want to have custom jewels for your girls? Don't hesitate! Contact me with any questions you have and let's start dreaming up something lovely.
chelseagwynne@gmail.com

vintage brooklyn bangle - SOLD

2011-09-28T14:05:00.001-04:00

this gorgeous, rustic, vintage bangle is the perfect
accessory for a bit of bohemian vibe. wear it with a cuffed chambray shirt, or dress down a party dress.
the brass bangle is wrapped with mother of pearl.
c'est super-cool.
$30