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Tuesday 26 May 2015

TREASURY TUESDAY



Good Afternoon!  Today I would like to introduce you to a dear colleague, Polina.  Polina is the owner, maker, designer, and curator of Lyris Gems.  Polina creates OOAK (One Of A Kind) unique jewelry with semi-precious stones,sea glass, and Swarovski crystals.

She loves making bracelets, earrings, and necklaces . The technique used often is bead weaving with crystals.  Recently, Polina added several fertility bracelets and necklaces. Her selection is amazing!

All of her jewelry is handmade by her in Toronto, Canada.

.Please browse her shop at https://www.etsy.com/shop/lyrisgems  to find a perfect piece for any occasion!! To entice you, here is a sampling I hand selected for you to enjoy!  So sit back, relax and allow temptation to take over ;) .

 Aqua Blue Sea Glass Bracelet Wire Wrapped Chunky Jewelry with charms, handmade by Lyrisgems

This bracelet is made with the most beautiful aqua blue sea glass.
I used the 20 ga silver plated non-tarnish wire and wrapped every nugget individually . The bracelet is reversible.The nuggets are all irregular shape tumbled sea glass.
I attached a large ornate lobster clasp for easy closure( the lobster clasp may be smooth).

Two beautiful charms complete the look - a silver plated filigree sea life charm and a clam shell charm (removable upon request)
I have other sea theme charms as well- just ask.
The largest nugget is 15 mm long.

The bracelet measures 7.5 inches and fits most wrists.
It is adjustable from 7.5 to 8.5 inches as there is silver plated link chain.


Rose Quartz bracelet Fertility Bracelet Goddess bracelet with copper accents Handmade by Lyrisgem.

I made this bracelet with rose Quartz free form rough beads (natural, not dyed)

.A beautiful Czech fertility Goddess bead is the focal point of this piece.
Above her head there are colorful Czech baby bell flowers, symbolizing love and life.

The Goddess is gold and pink rose AB color.

The bracelet closes with a comfortable ornate toggle clasp.

Besides its fertility power, this bracelet is a beautiful piece of jewelry.

Rose Quartz has a gentle vibration of love for the owner.
It gives inner peace and helps in all matters pertaining to love in all its forms.
Rose Quartz opens the heart to love. It also helps with rejuvenation of the skin.
Rose Quartz is known to help in case of fertility problems, as well.

This bracelet measures 7.5 inches which fits most wrists. 


 Red Jewelry Set, Red Earrings, Red Necklace, Czech Glass Jewelry

This set has a boho look to it!
I made it with gorgeous Czech beads, the latest trend in jewelry making. The color of the beads is deep red, they look like natural mineral with the red core.
The chain is 20 inches long, the beads are 19 mm long.


 Simple Leather Bracelet Black Bracelet Unisex with a charm

This is a simple leather bracelet with silver accents. It closes with a comfortable, easy to manage, toggle clasp.
The bracelet is approximately 8 inches , and can be extended or shortened. The ornate bail holds a charm- pick your preferable charm from the picture.
The listing is for 1 (one) bracelet
It will make a great affordable gift for a . man or woman.
it is stackable with other bracelets, too.


 Aqua Blue Earrings ,Sea Glass Shell Dangles Minimalist Jewelry Wire Wrapped by Lyrisgems 

Small seashells made with aqua color frosted blue sea glass, for people who like minimalist earrings.
I wire wrapped these beautiful blue seashells of frosted glass with silver plated Beadalon wire.
I attached them to perfect little(15 mm) hoops - they are reversible.
The earrings measure 1.25 inch long,(38 mm ) from the top of the ear wire.

They are opaque...
They are mysterious like deep blue sea...


 Colorful Flower Earrings Czech Flower Earrings Floral Dangles Cascading Flower Garden Earrings Olive green dangles flower earrings

These are so pretty!
I individually wire wrapped each Czech flower bead and attached them to a short copper chain.
The bottom of the earrings is a faceted 12 mm olive green Czech fire polished bead.
The ear wires are of the highest quality, made with raw copper.
The earrings measure two inches from the top of the ear wire.

In winter they will remind you of a summer garden and match absolutely any outfit.
In summer they will organically blend in.


 Alphabet Charms pendants Personalized Letter Pendant, Wax Seal Initial Charm

Add a personal touch to your jewelry.
This is a listing for ONE initial, add-on charm.
It has a stainless steel jump ring to attach it to anything you want.

You can slide it on a chain, bracelet, leather cord, key chain. It's versatile in that way.
The beautiful monogrammed letter will truly make your jewelry stand out.

It is made with lead and nickel free metal, and it measures around 19 mm.
It is very lightweight.


 White Vintage Jewelry Set, Victorian Style Set, White Pendant White Earrings

This set is just gorgeous!
Made with oxidized silver metal,these beautiful carved rose and Austrian crystals necklace and earrings is a perfect jewelry set for a bride.

The pendant is 7..5 cm long from the top of the crystal encrusted bail.
In the center there's a white crystal carved rose, surrounded by 10 Austrian crystals The rose itself measures 1.5 cm in diameter. The whole width of the flower is 2.5 cm..
The pendant has 5 loops , from which beautiful Austrian crystal briolettes are suspended.
The pendant is in excellent vintage condition, hardly worn.

The matching earrings measure 5 cm from the top of the ear wire.The roses links are 1.5 cm in diameter.

These are European lever-back,Victorian style earrings

In the center there's a white crystal carved rose, surrounded by 10 Austrian crystals.

Definitely bridal, something old, but also for any important occasion, this set will be a "show stopper".


Coral and Turquoise bracelet ,beaded stone bracelet ,red coral bracelet ,turquoise bracelet

This is a Coral and Turquoise bracelet, boho style.
I wire wrapped the coral beads and a carved turquoise bead with antique brass chain,and embellished them with beautiful Czech flowers in matching colors.
The bracelet can be worn alone or stacked together with other bracelets.
It is light and durable.
The length of it is 7.5 inches, it closes with a comfortable toggle clasp. 


 Personalized Keychain Hematite Gemstone Hamsa Key chain Ohm OM Keychain Wax Seal Key Chain Gift for Men

This boho personalized key chain in initialized with a monogrammed charm. It looks great with a a large black Hematite gemstone which accentuates its vintage style.
The Ohm OM charm is attached to the chain.
Please select your preferred monogrammed letter from the menu on the left.

The Hamsa Hand is 1.5" long and 1 1/4 " wide.
It has an eye to protect you..The overall length of the key chain is 4 " (10 cm)

Hematite is used to bring mental organization and is very grounding and calming. It can help with original thinking, logical thinking, and mathematics, any type of thinking which requires significant mental organization.

Emotionally, hematite decreases negativity. This lowering of negativity can benefit by helping balance the body/mind/spirit connection. It also is said to balance the meridians, boost self-esteem, and self-confidence.

The hamsa hand sometimes includes an eye symbol, which is thought to protect against the evil eye. It is often worn as a pendant on a necklace but also is found on key chains, house decorations, baby carriages, and other jewelry items.



Regalize Leather Bracelet, turquoise bangle and Copper, OOAK, Handmade 7.5 inch

This is a gorgeous Regalize bracelet which I made with 10x6 mm turquoise color Greek leather.
I used copper rings and a turquoise bezel-ed ring in the middle.
I embellished it with matching seed beads.
It closes with a copper clasp, easy to open and close.
This bangle Regalize bracelet reminds me of the blue sea and sunshine.

This is one-of a kind bracelet, a perfect gift for yourself or someone you love.






Turquoise Earrings , Wire Wrapped Earrings ,Triangle Earrings ,Minimalist Earrings

I made these earrings to be simple, elegant and minimalist. I used brass wire, which is called "the new gold", as it is stainless and shines like gold.
There are 5 flawless heishi turquoise beads on each.
The earrings are lightweight and beautiful. They are boho and have clean lines - a perfect summer pair of earrings to wear with anything.
The length of the earrings is 38 mm- 1 .5 inch from the top of the ear wire.


Green Jasper Necklace by Lyrisgems

This necklace has a boho feel to it.
This is a gorgeous sage green Jasper necklace with copper accents.
I attached a leather cord, which feels soft against your skin. I finished it with a toggle clasp.
The beads I used are 25 mm x 18 mm. The length of this necklace is 19 inches.
it will stand out on any occasion, and can be worn with any outfit.

Here is the address again:   https://www.etsy.com/shop/lyrisgems

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