Myra Elizabeth Jewelry Designs

My First Attempt at Oxidizing Silver

2011-03-23T17:38:00.004-04:00

Here are the results of my first attempt at oxidizing sterling silver earrings with liver of sulfur. The process was easier and went much smoother than expected. I had purchased liver of sulfur over a year ago and just never took the time to experiment, because I thought the process would be complicated. I absolutely love the steel gray tone of the oxidized silver, and can't wait to create more jewelry!

Introducing the Cabriolet Jewelry Collection

2009-09-16T15:39:00.012-04:00

After four months of design and development, Myra Elizabeth Jewelry is extremely excited to announce the launch of the Cabriolet Jewelry Collection, featuring convertible necklace sets that can be worn in over 6 different ways!

The Cabriolet Jewelry Collection is handcrafted with natural gemstones, Swarovski crystals and pearls. Necklace sets include a short necklace, long necklace and two pairs of interchangeable drops which can be attached to the necklaces or worn separately, as earrings. Sets are gift-wrapped and come with an easy-to-follow idea book.

Sterling silver necklace sets range in price from $135 to $155 and 14K gold-filled sets range in price from $150 to $178. However, from now until October 31st, we are offering 20% off our entire Cabriolet Jewelry Collection. Enter coupon code CABRIOLET during checkout to receive your discount. This is a fabulous opportunity to do some early Christmas shopping!

Coordinating bracelets are also available, which match many of the necklace sets. They range in price from $62 to $80, before the 20% discount.

Custom orders are always welcome!

Awareness Jewelry to Benefit the American Liver Foundation

2009-08-18T10:52:00.005-04:00

We are currently featuring a beautiful Larimar Blue Agate, Smoky Quartz and Crystal Bracelet and Earrings to benefit the American Liver Foundation, in memory of my cousin, Stephen, who we lost earlier this year to liver failure.

The bracelet is handcrafted with larimar blue agate stones, faceted smoky quartz, opalite rondelles, Swarovski crystals and Bali silver. It is completed with an adjustable sterling silver toggle clasp.

The bracelet is available for $70, with $30 being donated for each purchase.

The cascade earrings are available in your choice of earring style, and may be purchased for $36 per pair, with $15 being donated to the American Liver Foundation with each purchase.

To view our entire Awareness Jewelry Line, click here.

Myra Elizabeth Announces New Awareness Jewelry Line

2009-01-23T08:20:00.007-05:00

Beginning January 2009, we will be offering a new piece of jewelry every month throughout the year, whose proceeds will go to benefit a special organization. For January, we have the honor of working with the National Cervical Cancer Coalition:

Purchase these beautiful Teal Blue Quartz and Crystal Circle Link Earrings for $42 and $15 from each purchase will go to benefit NCCC. Supplies are limited.

If you are involved in organizations at the state or national level you would like us to work with, please contact Myra at myra@myraelizabeth.com

Holiday Wish for December 12th--Last Day!

2008-12-10T23:49:00.005-05:00

It's the last day for Holiday Wishes, and the wish for December 12th is a gorgeous pair of London and Swiss Blue Topaz Chandelier Earrings:

These beautifully handcrafted gemstone earrings can be yours for $47 on December 12th only, a savings of 50%!

Holiday Wish for December 11th

2008-12-09T22:55:00.004-05:00

The holiday wish for December 11th is a stunning Smoky Quartz and Garnet Chain Drop Necklace:

Normally priced at $86, this necklace can be yours for only $48 on December 11th only, a savings of 44%! Only one handcrafted necklace is available.

Holiday Wish for December 10th

2008-12-08T23:04:00.005-05:00

The holiday wish for December 10th is a pair of Black Onyx and Sterling Silver Wrapped Earrings:

Normally priced at $64, these earrings can be purchased on December 10th for only $38, a savings of 40%! Only one pair available.

December 9th Holiday Wish

2008-12-07T23:58:00.005-05:00

The holiday wish for December 9th is the Golden Coin Pearl Double Strand Bracelet:

This handcrafted, beaded bracelet is designed with shimmery golden coin pearls, accented with white and fuchsia freshwater pearls and finished with a sterling silver magentic clasp. Normally priced at $64, this bracelet will be available on December 9th for only $38, a savings of 40%!

December 8th Holiday Wish

2008-12-06T22:03:00.004-05:00

The holiday wish for December 8th is a stunning pair of Blue Topaz Chandelier Earrings:

Faceted blue topaz briolette, oval, round and rondelle stones sway from gold-plated over sterling diamond-shaped chandeliers. Regular price is $82; on December 8th only, purchase these beautiful handcrafted earrings for only $48, a savings of 42%. Only one pair available!

December 7th Holiday Wish Sneak Peek

2008-12-05T22:34:00.007-05:00

December 7th's special Holiday Wish is the Smoky Quartz, Onyx and Crystal Quartz Long Necklace:

Incorporating hues of both black, using black onyx, and brown, using smoky quartz, makes this necklace an extremely versatile piece to add to your jewelry wardrobe. Regular price is $126; on December 7th, purchase this handcrafted necklace for only $68, a savings of 46%!

December 6th Holiday Wish

2008-12-04T23:07:00.008-05:00

December 6th's Featured Holiday Wish is a pair of Green Amethyst Linear Earrings:

Green amethyst faceted rondelles and 22K gold vermeil beads highlight beautiful soft green amethyst heart-shaped briolettes. Regular price is $42, but on December 6th, you may purchase them for only $26, a savings of 38%!

Holiday Wish for December 5th

2008-12-03T23:02:00.003-05:00

On December 5th, we are featuring a Smoky Quartz and Bali Silver Bracelet as our special holiday wish for the day:

This handcrafted bracelet is created with natural smoky quartz nuggets accented with ornate Bali silver beads and 14K gold-filled spacers. The regular price is $64, but on December 5th only, it can be purchased for only $36, a savings of 44%!

Holiday Wish for December 4th

2008-12-02T22:32:00.004-05:00

The Holiday Wish for December 4th will be this gorgeous Olive Coin Pearl Hammered Link Necklace:

The necklace has been designed with beautiful coin pearls in shades of olive green and golden brown, which are highlighted by faceted freshwater pearls. The pearls are suspended from a 14K gold-filled hammered link chain. The regular price is $86, but on December 4th only, purchase this elegant necklace for only $50, a savings of 42%!

12 Days of Holiday Wishes

2008-11-30T15:00:00.014-05:00

December 1st through December 12th, celebrate the holidays with unbeatable deals on beautifully handcrafted jewelry. Each day, a selected piece of jewelry will be offered at 30% to 50% off the retail price! The day's featured item will be highlighted on our home page and, shhhhhh . . . sneak peaks will only be available here!

So, let's get started (items subject to change, based on availability):

December 1st Wish:

Black Onyx, Labradorite and Freshwater Pearl Necklace is regularly priced at $86. December 1st only, this stunning necklace is available for only $46. You save 46%!

December 2nd Wish:

Paraiba Quartz and Gemstone Cascade Earrings are simply gorgeous, handcrafted with paraiba blue hydrothermal (lab-created) quartz accented with a cascade of gemstones in sterling silver. Regular price is $74. December 2nd only, these one-of-a-kind earrings are available for $37. You save 50%!

December 3rd Wish:

Elegant Petite Onyx and Pearl Dangle Earrings are regularly price at $34. December 3rd only, they are available for $22, a savings of 35%.

Check back every day, until December 12th, for more holiday wishes!

Cyber Monday Sale!

2008-11-30T14:57:00.005-05:00

In honor of Cyber Monday, we are extending our holiday sale. Receive 25% off storewide with coupon code GOCYBER, until midnight EST on December 1st only!

Bracelets, Bracelets, Bracelets!

2008-11-26T16:06:00.009-05:00

I feel like I have been really behind in making bracelets, so I spent the last few days on a bracelet-making frenzy! I got a total of 10 bracelets completed, photographed and listed. If I do say so myself, I think they turned out really nice. Here are a few examples:

This bracelet is created with swirl-cut smoky quartz beads, crystals and freshwater pearls. I also created one, similar in design, using bronzite and gold vermeil beads.

You just can't go wrong with Bali silver! This is one of two Bali silver bracelets that I have created. Both feature ornate handmade Bali silver beads with adjustable toggle clasps.

This colorful Swarovski crystal bracelet is accented with gold vermeil beads and sterling silver twisted rings. I completed two other multi-crystal bracelets, which both feature Bali silver. Other new bracelets include an Amethyst and Keishi Pearl Bracelet and a Crystal Quartz and Bali Silver Bracelet. Visit our website, http://www.myraelizabeth.com/, to see all of our new designs!

Thanksgiving Celebration!

2008-11-26T12:10:00.007-05:00

We are celebrating Thanksgiving by offering 25% off everything in our online jewelry boutique from Wednesday, November 26th through Sunday, November 30th. Just use coupon code GIVETHANKS at checkout to receive your discount. Wishing you and your family a blessed holiday!

My Brother's Wedding

2008-11-18T18:07:00.007-05:00

Miracle of miracles, my older brother, Aaron, who will be turning 50 in December (he'll love that I'm posting that), got married for the first time on October 4th. His new wife and my new sister-in-law, Deann, is a wonderful person who has truly brought added love, happiness, warmth and light to our family.

I had the honor of designing her wedding jewelry for her. I created a Teardrop Swarovski Crystal and Pearl Necklace, Crystal and Pearl Cascade Earrings and a Crystal and Pearl Tiara Comb to match.

The wedding was held at The Stanley House, a historic bed and breakfast inn located in downtown Marietta, which is full of charm and character.

"Count Me In"

2008-11-18T17:19:00.008-05:00

I am proud to be a participant in the fundraiser for "Count Me In". Count Me In is a non-profit organization, created to further educate and provide resources for women entrepreneurs. To learn more, please visit their website, http://www.countmein.org/.

Through December, 50% of the proceeds from the sale of our "Count Me In" Crystal Infinity Necklaces goes to benefit this organization. The necklaces are created with Swarovski crystals hand-wrapped around a sterling silver ring, and are available in two sizes, ranging in price from $42 to $52.

5th Annual Art on the Lawn Festival

2008-10-14T10:11:00.002-04:00

This coming weekend, October 18th and 19th, I will be participating in the 5th Annual Art on the Lawn Festival in Kennesaw, which is presented by the North Cobb Arts League and The Art Station at Big Shanty. Yazmin Wickham from A Pretty Rock, will be joining me. Show hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. I hope to see you there!!

New! Bridal Hair Combs

2008-09-20T11:04:00.008-04:00

I recently completed a custom order for a bride and her bridesmaids, who was absolutely wonderful to work with. She insisted I make a bridal hair comb to complement the freshwater pearl and crystal chandelier earrings I had made for her. So, I decided to give it a go! Here is the design she decided on:

She wanted a simple design that didn't look too much like a tiara. I can't wait to see her wedding photos! This past week, I also made one for my future sister-in-law, that has more of a "tiara" look to it:

My goal is to have a number of different designs created and on my website, by the beginning of November. In the meantime, if you need one custom made, just let me know!

Recent Custom Bridal Designs

2008-09-13T17:37:00.007-04:00

I have recently been working on a number of custom bridal designs, that I wanted to highlight. The earrings shown below are a new luxurious bridal chandelier design which is created with Swarovski crystals and freshwaters pearls:

I created a beautiful beaded bracelet to coordinate with the earrings, designed with lots of freshwater pearl and crystal clusters between larger crystal beads.

Next, I'll cover my foray into the world of beaded bridal combs!

Myra Elizabeth Jewelry Featured in "Bead Trends" Magazine

2008-09-05T07:49:00.013-04:00

We are so excited to have many of our jewelry designs featured in the current issue of "Bead Trends" magazine. Here are a few of my favorites:

Teal Crystal Earrings with Hammered Rings

I just love these earrings! A cascade of Swarovski crystals in shades of brown, champagne, olive green and teal accent gold-filled hammered rings and rich teal blue graphic crystals.

Champagne Crystal Cluster Necklace

Another crystal design, this necklace begins with beautiful golden shadow (champagne) briolettes. Clusters of colorful crystal bicones, which include sapphire blue, olive green, topaz and amethyst, provide a wonderful "WOW" factor.

Smoky Quartz and Garnet Set

Perfect to accent your fall wardrobe, the necklace features a waterfall of garnet and smoky quartz briolettes accented with fancy gold vermeil beads. The bracelet is an elegant beaded creation made up of lots of yummy gemstones, and the earrings feature a cascade of gems and gold vermeil beads.

Designs are currently available at both Myra Elizabeth Jewelry Designs and my Myra Elizabeth boutique on Etsy.

New Findings Shop Open on Etsy

2008-08-25T10:22:00.003-04:00

I finally took the time to go through my ridiculously vast inventory of beads and findings, and grouped together the items I'm no longer using in my jewelry designs. So, I have opened a new shop on Etsy, Findings by ME (Myra Elizabeth). The shop currently includes an extensive collection of watch faces, and I have a few pieces of Hill Tribe Silver left. Coming soon, I will be adding sterling silver charms, Bali Silver toggles and much more!

My Niece's Wedding, Part 2

2008-08-20T08:06:00.012-04:00

Erin's wedding to her fiance, Julius Park, was held at the Harbour Ridge Yacht and Country Club, overlooking the St. Lucie River in Stuart, Florida. The wedding ceremony was held in a covered pavillion overlooking the water. Although it was a bit breezy, the ceremony went off without a hitch! Being from opposite coasts, Erin is from the East and Julius is from the West, they performed a "Sand" Ceremony. Each gathered sand from their respective coasts and poured it together into a vase to mix it. Thought it was beautifully symbolic.

After the ceremony, the guests were entertained by a steel drum player and the a group of very friendly (well, expect for one) McCaws and Cockatoos. Pictured here are my three children and their cousin, Aly.

There was also a slide show set up inside, documenting both Erin and Julius' lives from birth to present. While we were enjoying the cocktail hour, Erin and Julius were getting changed into traditional Korean wedding celebration dress, called "homboks", which was a wonderful tribute to Julius' Korean heritage.

Following the cocktail hour, we had a sit-down dinner, Erin and Julius cut their wedding cake, and we danced the rest of the night away!

My Niece's Wedding, Part I

2008-08-19T00:43:00.015-04:00

My niece, Erin, who I consider to be my "little sister", got married in beautiful, sunny Florida on June 14th. Pictured above are the bridesmaids, which include my daughter, Brittany (second from the left) and Erin's younger sister, Aly (second from the right). I created custom necklaces for them designed with blue glass briolettes and Swarovski crystals. Here's a photo of the main design:

As part of my niece's wedding present, I designed her necklace and earrings, as well:

The "Erin" Necklace is created with two strands of freshwater pearls, accented with crystal ab and golden shadow crystals finished with an elegant pearl and silver box clasp. The "Erin" Earrings are created with crystal and freshwater pearl dangles. Both designs are now available on my website in the Bridal section.

Here's a photo the happy bride immediately following the ceremony:

All the hard work and stress of wedding preparations really paid off--the ceremony and reception couldn't have been more beautiful!

A Little Bit About Me . . .

2008-08-19T00:41:00.000-04:00

Growing up, I was always involved in some craft or another. My mother was a member of a crafting circle, a group of friends who got together every month to work on a particular craft. She also made many of our clothes, painted and created fresh flower arrangements. My dad's interests ran to any type of wood-working. Needless to say, creativity and crafting is in my genes! I have always loved accessories and jewelry. A number of years ago I made earrings from sculpted paper and sold them where I worked. Many years later, I went to a party where we could design our own bracelets. I had so much fun picking out different beads and creating a unique piece of jewelry, that I was hooked! That was 10 years ago. In January 2005, I founded Myra Elizabeth Designs. I currently reside in a private, 8,000 acre wildlife conservation lake community in the foothills of North Georgia, about 60 miles north of Atlanta, with my husband, 3 kids and 3 dogs.