Four Tails Lampwork

Rainbow Niobium Chain Maille Bracelet with Swarovskis

Sun, 13 Dec 2009 19:35:57 -0800

Here's a bracelet for the person who wants a little retro elegance. Swarovski clear crystals and champagne colored beads dangle in batches from a simple two-in-two chain in rainbow niobium--all colors mixed into a lovely whole. A graceful swan clasp completes the look. All the findings are either Swarovski crystals & beads, or they are hypoallergenic niobium.

This bracelet is sized for an average wrist, and measures 7.25" long including the clasp, and is just over 3/16" wide. The clasp is a hand-fabricated swan clasp. Aside from the Swarovski pearls and crystals, all metal in the bracelet is hypo-allergenic niobium; I bought my 7/64" niobium rings from C&T Designs, the originator of rainbow niobium and a purveyor of some of the highest-quality rings available.

All my metal bracelets are buffed and polished with a light coating of Renaissance Wax to enhance their patinas, add lustre, and diminish discoloration. The bracelet will be shipped in a box and padded mailer, and will be insured.

$45.00

Copper Chain Maille Snake Chain

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 19:10:00 -0800

Here's a deceptively simple copper chain maille bracelet that could be dressed up or down. Snake chain--usually known as Half Persian 3-1--is a weave that makes an excellent wide, flat bracelet. In heavier gauges this weave is excellent for a man's wrist, but this bracelet is made in more delicate 20 ga copper, and is sized for a woman.

This bracelet is sized for an average wrist, and measures 8" long including the clasp, and is just over 1/4" wide (5/16"). The clasp is a hand-fabricated S-hook clasp. The copper is bright, but I can add a liver of sulfur patina upon request. I can also shorten or lengthen this bracelet (within 1") at no additional charge.

$35.00

Helm Chain Copper Chain Maille Bracelet SRA

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 19:03:05 -0800

Unusual and understated for the person in your life who likes simplicity. Airy helm chain in a light 20ga copper makes a very pleasant, well-proportioned yet light bracelet. A hand-fabricated clasp completes the elegant look.

This bracelet is sized for an average wrist, and measures 7.25" long including the clasp, and is just over 1/4" wide. The clasp is a hand-fabricated S-hook clasp. The copper is bright, but I can add a liver of sulfur patina upon request.

$35.00

Triangle Swirl Copper Earrings SRA

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 18:46:46 -0800

The riotous swirl of complementary colors softens the copper triangle's severity, making a perfect blend of fun and elegant!

The earrings are 1.25" long (2" from your piercing) and 5/8" wide at their base, and are entirely hand-fabricated. The ear wires are 22ga copper French wires with lightly hammered fronts and a back-spiral support. I can substitute hypo-allergenic niobium ear wires or copper circular ear wires upon request. The colorful patina is a long process that involves multiple layers of color and finish.

The copper of this earring pair is buffed and polished with a light coating of Renaissance Wax to enhance its patina, add lustre, and diminish discoloration (and sensitivity to copper). The earrings will be shipped in a box and padded mailer, and will be insured upon request.

$28.00

Grandma's Quilt Copper Earrings SRA

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 18:40:54 -0800

Colors cascade onto one another in a diamond pattern reminiscent of an on-end Log Cabin quilt. A riveted circle completes the unusual look!

The earrings are 1" long (2" from your piercing) and 3/4" wide, and are entirely hand-fabricated. The ear wires are 22ga copper French wires with lightly hammered fronts and a back-spiral support. I can substitute hypo-allergenic niobium ear wires or copper circular ear wires upon request. The colorful patina is a long process that involves multiple layers of color and finish.

$30.00

Box Frame Copper and Lampwork Pendant

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 06:26:07 -0800

Unusual, earthy, yet elegant ... this pendant has a beaten copper rectangle framing a swirly lampwork focal bead in sea-colours of green and blue. The rectangle hangs from a looped hook, and the whole rests on a brown leather cord. Dresses up or down as you wish -- but this pendant will be the focus of attention no matter what you wear!

The pendant is 3" long and 1.5" wide, and is entirely hand-fabricated. I made the lampwork focal especially for this piece. All my lampwork is kiln-annealed for lasting durability. The copper on this pendant is buffed and polished with a light coating of Renaissance Wax to enhance its patina, add lustre, and diminish discoloration (and sensitivity to copper). I can substitute a copper chain for the leather cord upon request, for a small ($1) additional charge. The necklace will be shipped in a box and padded mailer, and will be insured.

$55.00

Confetti Chain Maille Lampwork Bracelet

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 17:01:34 -0800

Elegant niobium and handmade lampwork bracelet. The simple black lampwork sets off the round weave and the multicolours of the anodized niobium.

The bracelet measures 7.5" and has a copper trailer-hitch clasp. The copper of the connections and the clasp is buffed and polished with a light coating of Renaissance Wax to enhance its patina, add lustre, and diminish discoloration (and sensitivity to copper). Niobium is hypo-allergenic. The bracelet will be shipped in a box and padded mailer, and will be insured.

$40.00

Confetti Chain Maille Lampwork Earrings

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 16:56:27 -0800

Quietly multicolored chain-maille dangles, with a black handmade lampwork accent bead and a hand-fabricated spiral ear wire.

The earrings are 1.5" long. The ear wires are 22ga copper French-style wires with a spiral catch and lightly hammered fronts. I can substitute hypo-allergenic niobium ear wires or copper French ear wires upon request. The chain maille is anodized niobium.

$25.00

Free Spirit Fuschia Copper Earrings

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 19:29:22 -0800

Sassy diamond-shaped fuschia colored copper earrings with an intricate copper bail riveted together and strung from a simple ear-wire--when you wear these you know that you are wearing something entirely unique!

The earrings are 2" long and 1" wide, and are entirely hand-fabricated. The ear wires are 22ga copper circles with lightly hammered fronts. I can substitute hypo-allergenic niobium ear wires or copper French ear wires upon request. The fuschia patina is a long process that involves multiple layers of color and finish.

$35.00

Rose Lentil Charm / Dangle

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 20:31:34 -0800

An elegant handmade orphan bead found a home on this silver-tone dangle. You won't ever lose anything this charm is clipped to! You can use this dangle as a cell phone charm, lanyard or key dangle, USB holder, zipper pull ... the possibilities are endless. You could even clip this charm to a bracelet or necklace!

Findings are silvertone, ending with a clamshell clasp and an optional lanyard clasp. The charm is 1.5 inches long. I kiln-anneal all my beads for lasting strength and durability. This charm should hold up to normal wear and tear in your pocket or purse.

Listing does not include any accessories, such as the Geek Squad or SanDisk jump drives, EBAY security key, or bike lock key. They may be pictured for illustration purposes only.

$10.00

Circles Copper Dangle Earrings

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 20:09:11 -0800

Concentric copper circles dangle from a simple rose bead. These earrings can go anywhere, with anything!

The dangles are 2" long, and have hand-fabricated circle dangles. I can substitute hypo-allergenic niobium ear wires upon request. The copper of this earring pair is buffed and polished with a light coating of Renaissance Wax to enhance its patina, add lustre, and diminish discoloration (and sensitivity to copper). The earrings will be shipped in a box and padded mailer, and will be insured upon request.

$28.00

Copper Blue Patchwork Earrings

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 19:06:12 -0800

The triangular outline of these copper earrings is softened by the slight curves of the blue -to-green shading on the Prismacolour patina. Fun, bright, and funky earrings to lift your spirits on a dark day.

The dangles are 1.5" long, and have hand-fabricated ear-wires. I can substitute hypo-allergenic niobium ear wires upon request. The copper of this earring pair is buffed and polished with a light coating of Renaissance Wax to enhance its patina, add lustre, and diminish discoloration (and sensitivity to copper). The earrings will be shipped in a box and padded mailer, and will be insured upon request.

$28.00

Rose Sunset Copper Bangle

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 18:58:50 -0800

Utterly simple, light copper bangle with a rose-to-orange patina,

The bangle is sized to fit an average to large wrist, but can be adjusted to fit any size wrist comfortably. The bangle is simple enough that this could even be a unisex gift!

$28.00

Box Chain Chain Maille Copper Bracelet

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 18:27:52 -0800

Who would have thought that box chain could be so slinkily wearable as it is when made in 20 gauge square copper wire? Box chain also has heft and substance, as well as a steampunk vibe. Traditionally a strong weave worn by men, this chain is also drapey and would suit men or women.

This bright copper bracelet is 7 inches long, exclusive of toggle, and will fit an average to large wrist. The clasp is a longue-in-groove clasp which is amazingly easy to fasten and unfasten, and is also strong and simple. The copper is bright, but I can add a liver of sulfur patina upon request.

$40.00

Chain Maille Copper and Lampwork Bracelet

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 18:05:31 -0800

Clear turquoise handmade lampwork beads accent this elegant chain maille bracelet. The maille is made with bright square copper 20g wire in a barrel weave, making this bracelet simple yet with a touch of edgy steampunk. The bracelet has a toggle clasp for security--and looks!

The bracelet measures seven and a half inches, exclusive of the toggle clasp. My handmade beads are 5/8" in diameter. All my metal bracelets are buffed and polished with a light coating of Renaissance Wax to enhance their patinas, add lustre, and diminish discoloration. The bracelet will be shipped in a box and padded mailer, and will be insured.

$45.00

Twisted Copper Bangle

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 17:53:47 -0800

This bangle is heavy copper wire twisted into a rugged design. I had fabricated the bracelet, wire-wrapped the ends, and added a dark patina to emphasize the clean lines of the twisted metal. This bangle is sized for an average-to-larger wrist, but will adjust to fit any wrist size comfortably.

All my copper jewelry is finished with a light coating of Renaissance Wax to enhance the patina, add lustre, and diminish discoloration. The bracelet will be shipped in a box and padded mailer, and will be insured.

$35.00

Simple Copper Bangle

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 17:44:07 -0800

Sophisticated and strong at once, this simple copper bangle would be at home anywhere you choose to wear it! I hand-formed and hand-shaped this pure copper bracelet, It is sized to fit an average to large wrist, but is adjustable for smaller wrists.

Your bracelet will be shipped in a box and a padded mailer, and will be insured.

$30.00

Fiesta Lampwork USB Charm

Sat, 21 Feb 2009 16:52:31 -0800

Cheerful and bright, with a wide purple stripe and green dots. You won't ever lose anything this charm is clipped to! You can use this dangle as a cell phone charm, lanyard or key dangle, USB holder, zipper pull ... the possibilities are endless. You could even clip this charm to a bracelet or necklace!

Findings are silvertone, ending with a clamshell clasp. The charm is 1.5 inches long. I kiln-anneal all my beads for lasting strength and durability. This charm should hold up to normal wear and tear in your pocket or purse.

Listing does not include any accessories, such as the Geek Squad or SanDisk jump drives, EBAY security key, or bike lock key. They are pictured for illustration purposes only.

$15.00

Fossil Organic Canape Knife and Fork Set

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 20:51:24 -0800

Add flair to your next wine-and-cheese party, or just dress up an evening for yourself with this canape knife and fork. Raku twisted glass plays over a fossil-grey veined base. And if you change decor, change your handles! The silver-tone ball at the end of each pice in the set unscrews to let you slide different beads on the 3/32" handle.

Your canape set will be mailed insured, and will arrive carefully boxed and wrapped for maximum protection during transit.

$45.00

Rose is Rose Sterling Lampwork Earrings SRA

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 21:26:52 -0800

Elegant, veined rose-coloured nuggets framed in sterling silver.

Earrings drop 1" from the ear-lobe. All my lampwork beads are properly kiln-annealed for strength and lasting durability.

Earrings will be shipped in a wrapped Kraft box in a padded mailer.

What does the alphabet soup mean? I am a Self-Representing Artist (SRA) #W50 and my local bead guild, Southern Flames.

$22.00