Thanks, Bronwen. I had to Google the definition of opera length necklace to find out they're typically 28-37", so I guess mine qualifies. The...
I didn't have enough of the textured brass beads and they were too big anyway, so I used some plain round brass beads with their original clasp...
Thank you Bronwen. I like your idea of small metal spacer beads. I think I have some tiny textured gilt brass beads in my stash that might work.
I've looked at a lot of Kramer examples online and haven't seen another tail like this one.
Last week I bought two necklaces at a thrift store. The first one has a Kramer hook, but I'm thinking it was put together from various necklaces...
Good point. Now that I think about it, the simichrome test isn't a responsible thing to recommend others do before purchase, but I've acquired...
I love the restoration. The color of the rubies doesn't overpower the diamonds or the delicate design of the brooch. Since the design...
I always carry a small magnet in my purse (not strong enough to damage my cellphone), also a tube of Simichrome in a zip lock bag to test for...
I used to go to estate sales in the Twin Cities (MN), 60-70 miles from my home, but haven't gone for years because things started getting too...
What a happy occasion to look forward to. Congratulations Tanya. What I've done for small repairs on lace that's not going to have a lot of stress...
You're right about Marrakesh being his inspiration for the serpent earrings, at least according to the online research I did before I listed them,...
The tiger eye pendant with the photo of the little boy is definitely eye catching. And I agree that titles are important too. I wouldn't have...
I like your idea of using a photograph with slits or holes for the earrings. Do you print the photo so the head is life size? I've been using a...
Yes exactly! Thank you singing for posting the photo and link. Interesting to read that the example was described as having turquoise veins in a...
Thank you, reader.
Thanks, Bronwen.
Thank you evelyb30, I googled chrysocolla (which I'd never heard of) and the description seems to fit. According to firemountaingems.com...
Can anyone identify the stone (1.5" high) in this vintage pendant signed TO-85 925 (Emilia Castillo)--maybe crushed malachite or turquoise bonded...
I like the table whether old or made to look old, but just wanted to add that worm holes can be found in unused lumber. My husband is a woodworker...
I've removed brown staining on a few Staffordshire transferware pieces using 8% hydrogen peroxide and a warm oven, which worked great. I've also...
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