tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19641225167485446832024-03-05T11:45:39.984-08:00Erica FreestoneHandmade Artisan JewelryErica Freestone handmade artisan jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02573432223926598391noreply@blogger.comBlogger43125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1964122516748544683.post-79828174113912939912015-06-16T09:58:00.000-07:002015-06-16T09:58:15.470-07:00Some New Pieces<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">18K white gold moonstone diamond Rugged engagement ring</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">14K organic free form wedding bands</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rose cut golden rutilated quartz 14k gold and sterling silver post earrings</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">14K rose gold wedding bands</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rose cut milky aquamarine sterling silver chevron wedding band engagement ring set</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rugged sterling silver 14k gold rose cut rutilated quartz engagement ring</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Custom 14K white gold modern wedding bands with engraved names and blue flush set sapphires</td></tr>
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<br />Erica Freestone handmade artisan jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02573432223926598391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1964122516748544683.post-44188304189235262652015-03-25T13:21:00.000-07:002015-03-25T13:21:30.442-07:00Recent Work<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;">A few new pieces as of late.<br />
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The first to show is this beautiful rose cut ruby engagement ring I recently had the honor of making. Set in shining 18K white gold, a hefty bezel surrounds the stone, which sits on top of my waving, organic shaped Rugged band.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Custom rose cut ruby Rugged engagement ring in 18K white gold.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Custom rose cut ruby Rugged engagement ring in 18K white gold.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Custom rose cut ruby Rugged engagement ring in 18K white gold.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Custom rose cut ruby Rugged engagement ring in 18K white gold.</td></tr>
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New ring boxes with my logo. I am expanding my branding to all my packaging. I will be using the fleur in my logo more and more instead of my whole logo that encompasses my name. <br />
These awesome boxes are perfect for popping the question and are <br />
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Also on the way are new 'jewelry care' cards that give tips on how best to care for your new jewelry, which will go in every package. </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My new ring boxes.</td></tr>
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Moonstone, beautiful moonstone. Now offering both 14K yellow and 14K white gold options, in the original 'dainty' size and an upgraded more substantial metal size. I can also custom make these in 18K white or yellow gold, too!</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rose cut rainbow moonstone in 14K yellow and 14K white gold.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rose cut rainbow moonstone in 14K white gold.</td></tr>
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<br />Erica Freestone handmade artisan jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02573432223926598391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1964122516748544683.post-24514625574045416422014-12-17T09:12:00.001-08:002014-12-17T09:13:54.057-08:00Recent Work<div style="text-align: center;">
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<br />Erica Freestone handmade artisan jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02573432223926598391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1964122516748544683.post-89983924583248229842014-11-18T09:05:00.001-08:002014-11-18T09:06:41.615-08:00Raw Beauty<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Sometimes a stone comes along and there is absolutely no need to design anything around it in metal. The stone itself is so stunningly beautiful on its own that anything more would take that away.<br />
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This raw, lightly tumbled chrysocolla is one of those stones. <br />
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What you may not know is that before I began my path as a metalsmith, I was on an explorative path in the science of geology. Rocks just get to me. The fact that the earth makes something like this over thousands, millions, of years is mind boggling and just...incredible.<br />
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This is one of those pieces where that comes out in full force. Where the coincidence (or destiny? Fate?) of my last name, Freestone, is kind of brought to the surface, put on display, to examine and wonder about, much like this beautiful rock.<br />
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So, this necklace. :)<br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/211683050/held-raw-chrysocolla-rock-gemstone-prong?ref=shop_home_feat_4">https://www.etsy.com/listing/211683050/held-raw-chrysocolla-rock-gemstone-prong?ref=shop_home_feat_4</a><br />
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1. 1 ball of yarn (pictured from top to bottom: Lion Brand Vanna's Choice in oatmeal, Lion Brand Heartland Tweed in mount rainer tweed, and Lion Brand Heartland Terror in mammoth cave)</div>
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(Please note that each yarn has a different weight and depending on the crochet hook size you use as well as the circumference of your calf you may need more or less stitches than this pattern. You might have to experiment a bit but this is the general pattern. This symbol * indicates where you may need to alter the number of stitches. Also, I came up with this pattern in my head, but please know that it very likely exists somewhere else.)</div>
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Chain 16*. (*This amount of first chains will determine the majority of the length or height of your boot cuffs. You may need or want more or less than 16)</div>
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Row 2-40*: (working in BLO) Sc in next st; repeat from across. Ch 1, turn. (15 sts) (*This initial number of BLO Sc will be dependent on your calf size and yarn/crochet hook size. I recommend measuring against your calf as you go along to get a great customized fit.)</div>
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Ch 1 and turn piece inside out so that the seam is on the inside. Work 40 sc stitches evenly around edge of cuff. Join to first st. (40 sts) </div>
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<span class="text_exposed_show"> As a kid, I never thought that one day I would call myself a jeweler. I have to tell you, though, it is one of the most wonderful, awe-inspiring, challenging, and exciting things I have ever done with my life, and every day I become more and more enamored with what I do. </span></div>
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<span class="text_exposed_show"> It is not always easy; some projects are much harder than I expect, some months are much slower than others. Still I truck on, and still I love every little bit of it. </span></div>
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<span class="text_exposed_show">S</span><span class="text_exposed_show">o that's why I want to thank you THANK YOU thank you for being here, for supporting me, for encouraging me, for being my customers, for cheering me on. Many of you have watched me grow from the very beginning, and I am so grateful for you. Many of you have never met me in person, and I am honored you have found me and like my work enough to 'like' me on Facebook and follow my blog. Many of you have purchased something from me--the biggest version of the message of 'keep doing what you're doing'! </span></div>
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<span class="text_exposed_show">So, thank you. You guys rock. :) </span></div>
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Erica Freestone handmade artisan jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02573432223926598391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1964122516748544683.post-56036699479288684052014-06-02T13:10:00.000-07:002014-06-02T13:10:34.086-07:00Obsessed. With. Rings.May, June 2014<br />
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Forever obsessed with rings. Newest additions to the collection.<br />
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Erica Freestone handmade artisan jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02573432223926598391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1964122516748544683.post-53372830375015150782014-05-05T18:34:00.000-07:002014-05-05T18:34:48.396-07:00New Little DarlingsNew to my online store at ericafreestone.etsy.com are two darling rose cut sapphire rings. One in a stunning bright pink, the other in a lemony pineapple yellow. Both can be offered as unique engagement rings, a gift to Mom (Mother's Day is May 11th), or as a gift to yourself. Happy May, dear friends!<br />
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Erica Freestone handmade artisan jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02573432223926598391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1964122516748544683.post-82866798895887128932014-04-27T17:33:00.002-07:002014-04-27T19:37:12.030-07:00// R U G G E D \\<span class="userContent"></span><div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed">
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">// Rugged \\ Set of two. Sterling Silver and 14kt Yellow Gold Stacking Band Set<br />
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As I set out to plan a new series, the image of a woman on a mountain top kept surfacing for me. She stands, overlooking a valley<span class="text_exposed_hide">, </span><span class="text_exposed_show">above a hazy grey stream, her long dark hair licking the wind while she stands in profile among the tall golden grasses. As this dream kept coming back to me I imagined the kind of ring that might represent her, this rugged yet graceful woman on the mountain. The kind of ring she might like to wear. For me the answer was something simple yet not meticulous, unique and individual, a touch spontaneous yet thoughtful and selective.<br /><br /> // Rugged \\ <br /><br /> Inspired by nature's imperfect perfection, each ring is individually carved in wax--no two are alike as I use no mold--giving each its own unique character and individuality. I then cast in house in limited quantities in my home gallery at Sun Studios. <br /><br /> I just listed the sterling silver, 14 kt yellow gold, and the set of both up on my etsy site and am working hard at listing the dark blue sapphire crescent moon later this afternoon. <br /><br /> The collection is slowly growing and evolving, and I will be adding diamonds and more flush set faceted stones as options for these unique and easy-to-fall-in-love-with rings. I am currently in the process of creating a men's band to match in a wider width, and will be setting a delicious row of 1pt diamonds in the 14kt yellow band.<br /><br /> I would love any ideas on how to grow the collection--what do YOU want to see as part of it? Please share, inquire, daydream, and imagine.<br /><br /> As always, I'm hoping this update finds you all well, healthy, loved and loving, creative, and full of wonder for this beautiful world that surrounds us.<br /><br /> Sincerely,<br /> Erica<br /><br /><a href="http://ericafreestone.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Erica Freestone on Etsy</a><br /><a href="http://www.ericafreestone.com/" target="_blank">www.ericafreestone.com</a></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">// Rugged \\ Stacking Wedding Band Set of Sterling Silver and 14kt Yellow Gold Band Rings<br />
<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/187742849/rugged-set-organic-textured-14-kt-yellow?ref=shop_home_feat_1">https://www.etsy.com/listing/187742849/rugged-set-organic-textured-14-kt-yellow?ref=shop_home_feat_1</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">// Rugged \\ 14 K Yellow Gold Organic Texture Band Wedding Band Stacking Ring<br />
<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/187742439/rugged-organic-textured-14-kt-gold?ref=listing-shop-header-2">https://www.etsy.com/listing/187742439/rugged-organic-textured-14-kt-gold?ref=listing-shop-header-2</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">// Rugged \\ 14 kt Gold Organic Rustic Textured Wedding Band Stacking Ring<br />
<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/187742439/rugged-organic-textured-14-kt-gold?ref=listing-shop-header-2">https://www.etsy.com/listing/187742439/rugged-organic-textured-14-kt-gold?ref=listing-shop-header-2</a></td></tr>
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/187741763/rugged-organic-textured-sterling-silver?ref=listing-shop-header-1">https://www.etsy.com/listing/187741763/rugged-organic-textured-sterling-silver?ref=listing-shop-header-1</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">// Rugged \\ Crescent Moon Sapphire Engagement Ring Stacking Ring 14kt yellow gold sterling silver<br />
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</span><br />Erica Freestone handmade artisan jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02573432223926598391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1964122516748544683.post-64110523289397611132014-04-26T09:13:00.001-07:002014-04-26T09:18:46.879-07:00The StoriesI love doing custom work. <br />
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The stories behind the inspiration of the piece are often adventures in which I can live vicariously, or tales of love and romance where I'm hands-down on board, or personal mementos of strength and virtue.<br />
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Elaine, who found me in a breath of graceful openness, beautiful and charismatic and easy to be-friend, found herself in need of a piece that connected her to her inner strength and power of visualization. She had recently been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, and commissioned me to create a ring to remind her of her own healing capabilities.<br />
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Elaine and I spent several weeks looking for the perfect stone that would inspire the course of healing she intends for herself. She was looking for a pale pink stone, suitably sized for her finger, that would represent the mixing of bright red and angry blood cells that are being softened and diluted with happy and healthy white cells. After some searching, we found a beautiful rhodochrosite that fit the bill perfectly.<br />
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Once we found the stone, I got to work on the design options. Knowing also that Elaine was looking for a band or shank that has some visual interest, I knew that I also had to give the band some great thought, and so after several days I came up with three different design options from which to choose.<br />
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Both Elaine and her husband loved option 3 (which I also loved!) which, to me, represented the DNA and also the ladder upon which she will climb as she learns to deal with and stay strong against her disease. The ring was ready to be made in sterling silver.<br />
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It is always and honor and a joy to help someone manifest their ideas into physical form. This ring was so much fun, from beginning to end, and I'm so grateful to have opportunities like this. Elaine, I wish you much healing and pleasure from this ring--that it finds you in your moments of needing strength. Your story is now part of mine, and I am in your journey with you.<br />
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<br />Erica Freestone handmade artisan jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02573432223926598391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1964122516748544683.post-15009692685472128072014-03-24T08:33:00.002-07:002014-03-24T08:35:37.050-07:00Monday March 24, 2014<br />
Just a little peak into my world, as it stands, today.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My home studio I lovingly call The Sanctuary. 12 square feet of creativity abounds in this little nook in our home.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Work-in-process photo. Each little piece of the wings are pierced, which means I drill a hole into each area that needs to be cut out, thread my tiny saw blade into that hole, and then hand-cut each little part out using a jeweler's saw. Beyond that, each little place has to be filed and sanded down. Meticulous but oh so rewarding when finished.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Where the butterfly necklace started. As you can see, I got a bit better at drawing by the last one, although the second to last is quite charming and I might pursue that design today.</td></tr>
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Erica Freestone handmade artisan jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02573432223926598391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1964122516748544683.post-14615295738138112082014-03-18T08:40:00.001-07:002014-03-18T20:33:10.251-07:00Wow, It's Been a While...This blog has been bare for many, many moons. So much has happened. Life. Life happens. And isn't it lovely?<br />
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Admittedly, for the past couple of years, my etsy and online presence have been pretty dismal. This year, I've decided to change that. I'm not big on making New Year's Resolutions, but focusing more on etsy with my one of a kind pieces is my big goal for 2014--it resembles a resolution, but is also a goal that I know I can keep up with. I think I usually try to 'do it all' (etsy, personal website, blog, gallery, shows, farmer's markets, etc.) and that's where it goes a bit awry. There is a lot to keep up with, and it's a bit overwhelming sometimes. Life is busy, and beautiful, and I can easily get swept up in all of that and forget to enjoy myself every once in a while. <br />
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Life has re-focused in many different areas in the past year or so. I'm in love (>still!< Which really throws you for a loop sometimes!), I have a new job (still in jewelry--will share later), I have a new home... and while I have been able to maintain an ever-changing collection of my one of a kind pieces in Sun Studios in Pacific Grove, I am also feeling able to branch out a bit, and so etsy seems to be the natural next step. <br />
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And with that, this commitment in writing on a blog with which I hardly share, I look forward to sharing with you my efforts to my goal. In short, wish me luck! :)<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/182762359/royston-turquoise-brilliant-blue-opera?ref=listing-shop-header-1" target="_blank">Natural Royston Turquoise</a> and<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/182750958/imperial-jasper-opera-length-sterling?ref=listing-shop-header-2" target="_blank"> Imperial Jasper</a> Opera-Length Sterling Silver Necklaces</td></tr>
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It's been a wonderful couple months since my last check-in here at this somewhat deserted blog...for those of you who keep up with me here, I appreciate you very much and I'm sorry it's been so slow!<br />
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I have been very busy with many custom orders for lovely clients as well as growing my <a href="http://ericafreestone.etsy.com/" target="_blank">etsy page</a> and <a href="http://www.ericafreestone.com/" target="_blank">website</a> with more made-to-order and one of a kind pieces. Some of my favorites for the websites are the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/123714076/blossom-ring-handmade-from-sterling?ref=shop_home_active" target="_blank">Blossom Ring</a> and the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/126831456/personalized-number-ring-in-sterling?ref=shop_home_feat" target="_blank">Numerology Ring</a>. Growing up in my Mom's flower shop has almost certainly inspired the flower-themed designs I have in my collection, and a recent custom ring I created for a sweet lady down in Florida enticed me to offer a stacking ring completely customizable for a double-digit number of choice. This ring is catered to those who love <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Numerology" target="_blank">numerology</a>, but it could also be the year of your marriage, graduation, or a lucky number.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Blossom Ring<br />
Made to Order in custom sizes.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Numerology Ring<br />
Personalized ring made to order in custom numbers and sizes.</td></tr>
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Outside of the internet, life in the real world persists, and <a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/erica-freestone-handmade-artisan-jewelry-pacific-grove-2" target="_blank">Sun Studios</a> (my home gallery) has been a lovely venture and location for my jewelry and creative spirit. I adore being amongst fellow artists and have been utterly inspired, humbled, and gently nudged into new pathways since my move in February. The biggest changes, surely, have been my new work with yellow gold and (!!!) diamonds, faceted stones, and an exploration into the fine jewelry world...<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">18kt Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver ring with flush-set sapphire.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">18kt Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver engagement ring with bead-set diamond.</td></tr>
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...Although my silversmithing roots are never far away. It's too hard to resist a gorgeous agate cab...<br />
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However, there might be a nice compromise in rose-cut gems, like this beautiful pink tourmaline rose cut I set in my 'As One' series bangle bracelets.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pink Tourmaline Rose Cut 'As One' Bangles<br />
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I've also taken a small collection of work to <a href="http://www.casadelsoulonline.com/" target="_blank">Casa del Soul</a> in <a href="http://www.yelp.com/map/casa-del-soul-carmel-valley" target="_blank">Carmel Valley Village</a>, where the extraordinary Linda Jacobs curates a lovely smattering of beautiful pieces fit for a queen. Linda hosted a successful Trunk Show earlier this year in which I participated, and I was thrilled to be offered the chance to sell my jewelry in her store full time.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Trunk Show display at Casa del Soul.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Trunk Show display at Casa del Soul.</td></tr>
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Other than that, my friends, my life continues to amaze me, excite me, and challenge me into new thought-paths. I could not be happier and hope that this blog finds you exactly the same.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Yes, Goddess earrings in green chrysoprase<br />
https://www.etsy.com/listing/152019272/yes-goddess-earrings-sterling-silver?ref=shop_home_feat</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Follow my 'View From The Bench' series on Instagram! Search #viewfromthebench or find my username ericafreestone</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kiera, my sleepy 'guard dog' at the studio.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Finding inspiration at the Monterey Marina by the fisherman's wharf.</td></tr>
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Erica Freestone handmade artisan jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02573432223926598391noreply@blogger.com0Erica Freestone handmade artisan jewelry at Sun Studios 208 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA 93950, USA36.6207809 -121.9180622999999711.0987464 -163.22665629999997 62.1428154 -80.609468299999975tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1964122516748544683.post-27237514771236513562013-03-03T13:39:00.004-08:002013-03-03T13:39:48.470-08:00Rough Ruby Necklaces ...because who doesn't love rubies?<br />
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Find them on my etsy page: <a href="http://ericafreestone.etsy.com/">http://ericafreestone.etsy.com</a><br />
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<br />Erica Freestone handmade artisan jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02573432223926598391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1964122516748544683.post-33402089282241684902012-11-22T10:22:00.000-08:002012-11-22T10:22:16.518-08:00Happy Thanksgiving!Happy Happy Thanksgiving to all my friends, family, clients, and supporters. You make it possible for me to follow my dream, and I couldn't be doing this without your love and support. May you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving spent with those you love, with lots of yummy food, and tons of love and happiness.<br />
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To thank you, I'm having a BLACK FRIDAY sale in my workshop in Pacific Grove. Everything in stock will be marked down!<br />
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Erica Freestone<br />
handmade artisan jewelry<br />
157 Grand Ave. #109<br />
Pacific Grove, CA 93950<br />
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Hours: 10:00 - 6:00<br />
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<br />Erica Freestone handmade artisan jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02573432223926598391noreply@blogger.com0157 Grand Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950, USA36.6219162 -121.916718536.6155437 -121.926589 36.6282887 -121.906848tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1964122516748544683.post-78447572842829900562012-09-14T21:12:00.002-07:002012-09-14T21:15:12.337-07:00Party Re-Cap and Updates<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Friday, September 7th was my first night participating in Pacific Grove's First Friday event. The weekend was a fun and busy one for our small, sweet little town: in addition to First Friday, it was also the Art and Wine Walk, and the weekend of the Pacific Grove Triathlon. I had a great turn out, and cannot thank everyone enough for coming out to support me and my fellow artists here in town. What a treat it was to have yummy cookies fresh from the oven from Carolyn's Cookie Company, as well as the delicious party-hit sweet potato and date tea biscuits (yum!) from my dear neighbor, Lydia.<br />
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There have been lots of lovely people wandering around town and poking their heads in to the studio the past few weeks. The weather has been warmer (for our 'summer' standards) and I have seen tale-tale signs of the sun for longer and longer hours of the day. As the days advance, I keep looking forward to the great indian summers we have here on the coast.<br />
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Things in the studio and in my life outside of jewelry-making have been very busy lately. I have been easily caught in the 'daily grind' as it were, so I've had to remind myself that there is so much beauty and peace all around me--if I'd just hold still a moment, I could see it! I don't know about you, but if I find myself doing nothing, I begin to feel guilty or lazy, so I rarely give myself a break. Perhaps it is the peril of owning and running your own business. There is so much to do, and so many things that could be better than they currently are. Not to mention so many new ideas and things to try out for the first time, which are always exciting and tend to take precedence over the rest, pushing the other stuff onto a longer and longer list of to-do's.<br />
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To 'take a moment' I forced myself to a few trips to the shore, wiggling my toes in the freezing cold water, taking in the breeze and the sweet ocean smell, and admiring the tide pools. I'd like to share that with you if only in the hopes that you might find some beauty and marvel, too.<br />
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From these various adventures to the ocean, I couldn't help but be inspired by the fantastic creatures and textures found on the shore. I knew the 'moments' wouldn't last forever so of course I had to make some sea anemones for finger-wearin'. This collection was a joy to create because it helped me see the wonder of the world as it is, and appreciate each difference and idiosyncrasy as perfect as its imperfection is...<br />
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<!--End mc_embed_signup-->Erica Freestone handmade artisan jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02573432223926598391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1964122516748544683.post-56277929742916360022012-07-19T09:13:00.000-07:002012-07-19T09:13:26.464-07:00History<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Saturn" of the Planet Series<br />
a filigree project for a metalsmithing class I took in 2006. <br />
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</tbody></table><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">I never thought that taking a metalsmithing class out of pure curiosity at my local community college would take me to where I am today. I never expected to love this art as much as I do, and yet, here I am 6 years later, finding myself mor</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;"><span class="text_exposed_show" style="display: inline;">e and more in love with it than ever.<br />
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This was the first piece I ever made out of sterling silver, a filigree project. I remember my professor, Theresa Lovering-Brown, commenting on how 'professional' my first ever bezel looked. What a great moment of encouragement that I'll certainly remember forever!<br />
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Today, as I prepare to go into work (work! My Dream Job working for myself in my own studio!), to continue working on a custom order with a piece of the Berlin Wall, I am reminded of just how much history we have in ourselves and the things with which we adorn ourselves. I just thought I'd share this little piece of my own history with you, my friends, family, and followers, because a little nostalgia is always good for our souls to remind us of where we've been and hopefully encourage us to continue to strive to get where we want to go. Anything is possible!</span></span>Erica Freestone handmade artisan jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02573432223926598391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1964122516748544683.post-91495959592929314362012-07-14T12:47:00.000-07:002012-07-14T12:47:12.028-07:00SaturdayHello lovelies,<div><br />
</div><div>My website is still down. It makes me very nervous, but I'm trying to remain zen about it! I have a lot on my plate currently, so the website will have to wait just a bit until all the other things have passed. I hope that those of you looking for my portfolio aren't too disappointed and that you have found adequate substitutes on my <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/ericafreestone/" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #76a5af;">flickr</span></a> and<span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white;"> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ericafreestonejewelry" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #76a5af;">facebook</span></a> </span>pages.</div><div><br />
</div><div>Things in the studio have been busy, which is wonderful. I have been working on three more pairs of earrings based off of this original design:</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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</tbody></table>I just finished two different freshwater pearl necklaces, one for the store and one especially made for one of my best friends, Kate:<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Freshwater pearl necklace. Find the etsy link <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/104058498/freshwater-pearl-and-sterling-silver" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #76a5af;">here</span></a>.</td></tr>
</tbody></table>And, the piece I'm most excited about is a custom necklace for a client that features a piece of the Berlin Wall. It has been slow in the making but I think I will be able to finish it on time. John, if you are reading this, I hope to finish it by Tuesday! Much of that will be determined by any pick-up rehearsals for the show I'm doing for the Santa Cruz Fringe Festival with <a href="http://www.atelier5.org/" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #76a5af;">Atelier 5</span></a>. That reminds me, if any of you are interested in seeing my other half of life (the dancing half of me!), please come see me dance at <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #76a5af;"><a href="http://www.motionatthemill.com/" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #76a5af;">Motion at the Mill</span></a> </span>on Front St. in Santa Cruz. You can find more info on the show, tickets, and other performances <a href="http://www.scfringe.com/" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #76a5af;">here</span></a>.<div><br />
</div><div>Just wanted to give a quick little update! Hope you are all happy, healthy, and full of love.<div><div><br />
</div><div>Erica</div><div><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">My full website is under construction at this time. </span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">If you are looking for my portfolio, please take a peek at my Flickr page: <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/ericafreestone/" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #3d85c6;">http://www.flickr.com/photos/ericafreestone/</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">or go to my Facebook page:</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/ericafreestonejewelry" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #3d85c6;">http://www.facebook.com/ericafreestonejewelry</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">(don't forget to 'like' my page!)</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">I currently list a small selection of made-to-order items as well as one of a kind pieces on Etsy at:</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/ericafreestone" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #3d85c6;">www.etsy.com/shop/ericafreestone</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">If you see something on any of these pages and you are wondering if it is currently available </div><div style="text-align: center;">or if it can be made again, please don't hesitate to contact me! </div><div style="text-align: center;">You can message me through any of the sites listed above, or email me directly at ericafreestone2011(at)gmail(dot)com </div><div style="text-align: center;">*note punctuation spelled out to avoid spam; please use appropriate punctuation accordingly.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">If you are located in or visiting the Monterey Peninsula/Central Coast area, </div><div style="text-align: center;">you can always come in to my studio/showroom in downtown Pacific Grove, California and see my work in person!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">My current Open Studio Hours for summer 2012 are:</span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Mondays 10 - 6</span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Thursdays 10 - 6</span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">and by appointment</span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Erica Freestone </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Handmade Artisan Jewelry</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">157 Grand Ave. Suite #109</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Pacific Grove, CA 93950</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Thank you for your patience, and please check back soon for a new and improved website!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">Many wishes of well being, happiness, health, and creativity,</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Erica Freestone</div>Erica Freestone handmade artisan jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02573432223926598391noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1964122516748544683.post-29186338307512298442012-04-12T21:57:00.000-07:002012-04-12T21:57:41.771-07:00Open Studio<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfUyGZSS_j-cQdQ5xyQFBIjRY2DGlFzCBzH3I_VV3u7SZEsCLttC46xAOf7Ka4ouU5sWoKseit86e0-I76dlYqop4pSh-83u90YgPylVAjABxNo4JocZwI4ivMNF8eNvQ3InFyDlZu9FJk/s1600/OpenStudio4-13-12%5B1%5D.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfUyGZSS_j-cQdQ5xyQFBIjRY2DGlFzCBzH3I_VV3u7SZEsCLttC46xAOf7Ka4ouU5sWoKseit86e0-I76dlYqop4pSh-83u90YgPylVAjABxNo4JocZwI4ivMNF8eNvQ3InFyDlZu9FJk/s640/OpenStudio4-13-12%5B1%5D.jpg" width="494" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Please join me this Friday night for a little nibbles, drinks, good music, and to see my newest collection as well as my new space if you haven't stopped in already.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Mother's Day is May 13--buy Mom a gift that's as one of a kind as she is! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I have marked down many of my pieces to make room for new ones.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">OPEN STUDIO</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Friday, April 13, 2012</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">5:00-9:00 PM</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">157 Grand Ave. Suite 109</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Pacific Grove, CA 93950</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It is also the PG Art Walk on Friday, </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">so many other art studios in town will have their doors open and lots of goodies! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Come support your local artists!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Buy Local. Buy Handmade. Support the Arts.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Much love,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Erica</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div>Erica Freestone handmade artisan jewelryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02573432223926598391noreply@blogger.com0157 grand ave suite 109 Pacific Grove, CA, USA36.623728 -121.9157129999999836.602651 -121.93651099999998 36.644805 -121.89491499999998tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1964122516748544683.post-7479870923433688962012-03-30T21:41:00.001-07:002012-03-30T21:46:35.233-07:00Luck Be A Lady<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4cwu7qSyIG9ClKIuQ4afkM-P1-iu4dFOrWRpXU16k2-ayxSj6SpS2JcxHywQAc-D5-pbsTI1Ac3p4c7wEnMJt2ARl7Tq1WhxTtgrApzqCe_othijc_-3vZx6rmSxWqVW-SqT-W0aBNLBx/s1600/IMG_1718.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br />
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</a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4cwu7qSyIG9ClKIuQ4afkM-P1-iu4dFOrWRpXU16k2-ayxSj6SpS2JcxHywQAc-D5-pbsTI1Ac3p4c7wEnMJt2ARl7Tq1WhxTtgrApzqCe_othijc_-3vZx6rmSxWqVW-SqT-W0aBNLBx/s1600/IMG_1718.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4cwu7qSyIG9ClKIuQ4afkM-P1-iu4dFOrWRpXU16k2-ayxSj6SpS2JcxHywQAc-D5-pbsTI1Ac3p4c7wEnMJt2ARl7Tq1WhxTtgrApzqCe_othijc_-3vZx6rmSxWqVW-SqT-W0aBNLBx/s640/IMG_1718.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;">I recently had the honor of creating four custom pieces for a client who cut his own stones in a lapidary class he took at the local community college over the winter. I consider this the best kind of collaboration, and I really love the way they all turned out. They are all gifts for his wife--what a lucky lady (pun intended)! Here are the results.</div><br />
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