Outer Space October

October has been a big month for outer space. Astronomers have discovered three new planets just in the past few weeks! One of them is twice the size of Earth and has perfect conditions for creating diamonds. A planet that makes diamonds.

I must go there.

You can read about the newly discovered planets here if you want. I stopped halfway through when the language started getting technical and making my head hurt. Besides, I was craving a steamy mug of chai. In my opinion, autumn is all about steamy, spicy chai. 

mmm... I think I need another cup now.

Anyway, in honor of October's planetary advances, I decided to highlight some jewelry pieces that remind me of outer space.

I called these "Starry Starry Night." But these devastatingly sexy titanium earrings could also be called "Show Stoppers."

 Stunning blue goldstone shimmers and sparkles amidst a cascade of delicate silver chain. These are the kind of earrings that make me want a date night.

 

 Don't these look like delightful little globes?

 These aqua terra jasper dangles are part of our new interchangeable
line of allergy-free earrings. 

By the way, have you seen our interchangeable line of earrings yet? You start out with your choice of decorative hooks—as always, handmade with pure titanium or niobium for allergy-free earring wearing. Then pick from our treasure trove of gemstone, crystal and pearl dangles. You can mix, match and layer to create the perfect earrings to go with anything and everything.

Shimmery and sparkly, just like a starry autumn night. These interchangeable dangles are made from blue goldstone and wrapped in oxidized sterling silver. 

Moon & Stars: A match made in heaven. Here's a sample of how you can mix and match the dangles to create your own perfect earrings.

Like Saturn's rings, silver and gold colored circles hang suspended from pure niobium hooks. One of our best-sellers, these earrings give you lots of movement and shine without the weight ... and they go with absolutely everything.

Every respectable planet post needs at least one shout-out to the Red Planet. These classic studs have an edgy swirl and splash of color. The iridescent beads are centered in allergy-safe titanium.

All these items are for sale at Variya's Etsy Shop 

along with lots more hand-crafted, allergy-free earrings and other vintage modern jewelry. So grab yourself a mug of steamy chai and happy shopping!

Nairobi Sunset in Titanium

I'm always fascinated with the names of paint colors, and in awe of whoever comes up with the absolutely creative and unending names for millions of hues.  Once, while looking for the perfect shade of purple I came across "Nairobi Sunset".  I have never been to Nairobi (my husband has), but the vision that elicited in my mind's eye was incredibly gorgeous! .. of course now when I google it, it does not come up.. oh well you'll have to shrug off you 21st century propensity for suspicion and trust me.. it was a beautiful shade of purple.

Here are some beautiful shades of purple for your sensitive ears:

 

  Violet Hill : Niobium wires suspend delicate Vintaj natural brass diamond filigree accented with genuine amethyst and chalcedony drop briolettes in luxurious shades of purple.

Affection in Titanium: A myriad of Swarovski crystal in shades of purple sparkle below a handmade oxidized sterling silver frame radiating with edgy class, swinging from simple titanium french hooks. (* on SALE this month!)

Blackberry Sorbet: Vintage ceramic and glass in hues of purple and violet swing from allergy free Titanium ear wires. 

Titanium Glo: A classic stud style with an edgy swirl and a splash of eye catching color! Iridescent beads at the center of allergy safe titanium.

Check out more from Variya here.  Contact us if there is something more specific you are looking for, we love custom orders!

We Now Interrupt Your Regularly Scheduled Program...

Yes, this is a blog dedicated to sensitive ears and wearing earrings again; but if you have read anything about me, you know that I have a passionate conviction to care for those in need.  So I am taking a moment to, in my best small way, try to help people in need on the Northside of my city who have lost a vital resource and hope to have influence on the ones who can choose to give them hope of a replacement of that resource.  Please watch this video if you have time and share it if you have another couple seconds to post it somewhere.

If you live or have lived anywhere near a Wegmans grocery store you know how they are beloved.  If you've ever moved away to an area where they do not exist, you know the luxury that is Wegmans.  This grocery store was not a luxury, it was a vital resource to many people on the northside of Syracuse, NY.  There is no other competitor or option for them to buy fresh food from. Wegmans has given until Friday, July 13th to make a case for them to essentially change their minds and sell the space to another grocer.  Wegmans has always seemed to be community minded, let's hope together they will continue that mission.

Now the Options for Titanium are Endless!

For real.  Did you think since you have sensitive ears the days of lovely lobes were over?  That an up-do or sexy long earrings were out of the question?  NO WAY my friend!  We are just getting started here.  I'd like to introduce you to our latest designs in Titanium - Interchangeable earrings!  That's right - mix, match and layer to your heart's content.  Be your own style maven, and always have the right earrings to rock anything.  Below is a sampling of  our latest options, click here for more.

Pure Titanium shepherd's hook ear wires with examples of gemstone drop pairings.

Pure Titanium swirl hook ear wires for interchangeable gemstones, crystals, & pearls.

 Stunning faceted chocolate jasper striated with tones of creams and blues wire wrapped in oxidized sterling silver. Create your own perfect earrings by mixing, matching and layering drops of your own choosing!  Check out our options here - and check back often, we're always adding new choices.

Pure Titanium swirl post earrings.  Posts!!

Find all our interchangeable earring choices here.  Be sure to contact us if you're looking for specific style hooks, stones or colors, we love custom orders!

A Little Luck for Your Sensitive Ears!

A selection of St. Patrick's Day colors for you and your sensitive ears to celebrate!

I can't quite put my finger on WHY I love St. Patrick's Day, but there's just something about it!  I have a little bit of Irish descent, but nothing my family really ever spotlighted.  Maybe it is because the holiday starts a look towards a long awaited spring, or maybe it really is in my blood!  I definitely intertwine the festivities of the upcoming holiday into the next few weeks with my own family, including shamrocks around the house, St. Patty cookies, and a bit of green food coloring in various foods on the 17th!

You can jump in too, with some of these colors of the Irish!

Gorgeous frosted glass wire wrapped and encircled in antique silver suspended from titanium ear wires. Available in your choice of orange, green or light yellow.

"May your home always be too small to hold your friends." –Irish toast

Handcrafted bronze colored Niobium kidney wires coupled with beautiful mint green faceted glass drops wire wrapped in antiqued bronze. Stunning.

"May misfortune follow you the rest of your life, but never catch up". –Irish saying

Chic, classic golden Niobium Hoops. These simple hoops are meticulously hand-filed at the ends resulting smooth edges and utmost comfort for your sensitive ears.

"May you live as long as you want and never want as long as you live." –Irish saying 

Titanium Earrings with high quality orange faceted glass drops wire wrapped in sterling silver. Classic & stunning.

"A best friend is like a four leaf clover: hard to find and lucky to have." –Unknown

Chic, classic golden Niobium Hoops meticulously hand-filed to a super smooth edge, embellished with beautifully faceted interchangeable dangles!

"Here’s to a long life and a merry one.
A quick death and an easy one
A pretty girl and an honest one
A cold beer – and another one!"
– St. Patrick’s Day Toast

Happy St. Patrick's Day!!

Au Courant

Sensitive ears doesn't mean boring earrings!  Check out what's new for your sensitive ears, AND stay in style!

Niobium earrings with lovely turquoise howlite sway on a hand crafted brass frame accented with a wire wrapped brass bead. Turquoise and brass are a stunning combo!

Fabulous vintage style titanium earrings! Moonestone glows amid gunmetal chain and a teardrop frame dangling from titanium hooks. Totally rad. Word to your mother.

Long and elegant Titanium earrings featuring white freshwater pearls. A white freshwater teardrop pearl sways encircled in a silver frame accented by silver beads. A silver wrapped drop pearl delicately dangles from the silver oval frame. Exquisite and graceful with presence.

Check out more from Variya here.  Contact us if there is something more specific you are looking for, we love custom orders!

Welcome 2012!

Did you know Tangerine has the honor being the Pantone Color of the Year?  Yes. It is true.  (Tangerine Tango to be exact!)  Here are some selections to keep you en vogue for 2012.

Titanium Earrings with high quality tangerine faceted glass drops wire wrapped in sterling silver. Classic & stunning.

Gorgeous frosted tangerine glass wire wrapped and encircled in antique silver suspended from titanium ear wires.

An edgy necklace, beautifully crafted in stunning tangerine orange carnelian and gun metal. The eye-catching carnelian teardrop dangles from a front toggle closure offset by an asymmetrical gun metal bead surrounded by striking deep orange carnelian. A hip, irresistibly striking piece.

Beautiful frosted tangerine glass drops wire wrapped in oxidized sterling silver and cascading from antique silver colored chain. Two decorative links embellish the delicate chain on one side, finished with a lobster clasp and a 3 inch extension.

Check out more fab Titanium options here and don't forget - we love custom orders, so if there's anything you can't find, just ask and we can do it for you!