✨ The Magic Within - Chapter 2✨
Fairytale Book N*2 - Locket NecklaceOnce upon a time.. The fae folk living near me were so kind as to create another new book locket for me, so that I could share it with you all. For the front of the book they decided to re-create the entrance to their world, a little doorknob made of opal, that if turned, will open a door to their realm. While on the back, they decide to include a small keyhole from which you can kind of glimpse inside of another time-line and epoque. The book is then bound together by the strength of one of their magical trees, that embraces and keeps together the pages. Once you open the locket, thanks to a magical dagger, you are launched into a fairy tale itself. You see a little dwarf fishing gemstones while sitting on a mushroom... If only it was that easy to find shiny garnets like that! But hey look! The fae folk not only created an amazing locket, they actually created a fairytale book locket to keep your own fairytale book! Yes, you're seeing this right, they included three handmade mini books where you can write your own story and keep it inside the locket. And just as every tale goes.. Once upon a time....
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Witch's Cottage Locket NecklaceEvery creature needs its home. For the local forest's witch, it is this little cottage right here. Out in the deep forests sits this wooden house, with a cobblestone roof, and a small chimney. The walls are covered in ivy, climbing to every free surface they can find. In the back, you can also spot the witch’s familiar, a curious black cat. The main door is a heavy piece of wood, built from one of the nearby trees. The front also has small window in the shape of a crescent moon. The window has stained glass made of yellow amber, that shines a yellow glow inside the house when the light hits the right spot. The house also has a secret entrance, that’s right, if you look down the house, you will find a locket is there, that if opened, gives you a glimpse of the inside. You can use it to store little keepsakes of secret messages.
Both the stone in the inside of the house that acts as a stained glass window and the stone on the necklace bail, are baltic amber. |
Dragon Tower Bottle Necklace with GarnetThree enormous eggs, red and shiny made of garnet gems, are sitting atop the tower and are guarded by their mother dragon. This tower necklace opens up to reveal a bottle for keepsakes, perfume, oils, whatever you desire! Most people associate the word "garnet" with a red gemstone; however, they are often surprised to learn that garnet occurs in many other colors (from orange, to red to purple) and has many other uses. The most commonly encountered minerals in the garnet group include almandine, pyrope, spessartine, andradite, grossular, and uvarovite. They all have a vitreous luster, a transparent-to-translucent diaphaneity, a brittle tenacity, and a lack of cleavage. They can be found as individual crystals, stream-worn pebbles, granular aggregates, and massive occurrences. The Garnet crystal meaning is rooted in ancient history and comes from the Latin word ‘granatum’, which means pomegranate, a reference to its intense red color that resembles the glistening, deep red seeds of the fruit.
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Blue Chalcedony Geode & Barn Owl NecklaceAs far as geodes go, this blue chalcedony from Malawi is probably the best one I ever had. It looks just like a cave, or perhaps a portal to another world. And would you look at that! Is that a key to open and close portals? And a Barn Owl?! The animal known in folklore to have a connection with the otherworld? Barn owls are silent, stealthy animals by nature, giving the impression of 'appearing out of nowhere' and startling people, so much so that they have been given a bad reputation in some cultures. The fact that they are a bit more difficult to see, was seen in ancient times as the fact that when you do see them, it's a bad sign, often associated as the harbingers of death itself, they've been seen as a sign of bad luck for centuries. So much so that the Banshee's wail (an omen of death) is inspired by the screech of the barn owl. On the other hand, in some cultures (mostly in Europe), barn owls are seen as intelligent and wise creatures. For a bit of backstory, these are some of the info of what I gathered from my research last year, when I made my first barn owl necklace. A barn owl with a key, to me, symbolized either the keeper of knowledge or the keeper of the underworld, so I decided to add a portal in between, you decide where it goes.
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Dendritic Opal Apothecary NecklaceIf you have ever wondered what a medieval apothecary looked like, here is a tiny glimpse of it. A few potions, poisons and elixirs are scattered around between books. There's a few candles to light the place up.. as long as it doesn't light the whole place up. and there's plants as well... wait! Is that poison ivy?! Well, I pity the person that will be given that as medicine. The front is made of Dendritic Opal, or “Moss Opal”. This type falls under the 'common opal' category. A 'common opal' is defined as “dendritic” when it contains fern, moss, or tree-like patterned inclusions of metallic oxides like manganese and iron. These opal aggregates often form in relatively low temperatures and have a resinous luster. The coloring of the Dendritic Opal is whitish or yellow/brown in color and the collection of dendrites it contains often look dark green or deep brown, just like a plant (hence the nickname “Moss Opal".
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Fluorite Octahedron Mandrake Necklace This little mandrake was hand sculpted by me in wax and then turned into silver by a foundry. The leaves of the plant wrap around a green-blue fluorite crystal. This fluorite is so magnificent, did you know this is a rough crystal? It comes straight out of the earth like this! Pure magic. Fluorite comes in crystalline form, in a wide variety of colors. Fluorite is a colorful mineral, both in visible and ultraviolet light, and the stone has ornamental and lapidary uses. Fluorite is a widely occurring mineral that occurs globally with significant deposits in over 9,000 areas. It may occur as a vein deposit or single pieces and crystals.
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Sword And Key Coat of Arms NecklaceThis unique coat of arm is formed by a sword and a key, that is adorned with a small moonstone (which has a lot of play of color). The shield on the other hand is made of a dark labradorite. Labradorite is a popular decorative stone because of its ‘labradorescence’ (iridescent optical effect), which usually creates a dazzling optical phenomenon, in this case of a colorful sheen that shimmers in the light.
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Swords Coat of Arms NecklaceWhat a stunning coat of arm this is! Two swords cross paths behind a shield-shaped labradorite stone with the most breath-taking blue you've ever seen. Although the stone is a dark labradorite, it holds a beautiful flash of color! Labradorite is a popular decorative stone because of its ‘labradorescence’ (iridescent optical effect), which usually creates a dazzling optical phenomenon, in this case of a blue sheen that shimmers in the light
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Labradorite Forest Crystal Ball NecklaceRemember in the first chapter of the 'Magic Within' collection when I presented to you two crystal balls? Well, I acquired another round labradorite, with such vibrant colors that I thought would be perfect for another new crystal ball. This one looks like it was made by the forest fae, with leaves and vines, that hold a really magical labradorite. The piece is also open in the back to showcase all the stone's beauty! The Labradorite has a beautiful paly of color ranging from shades of green to little yellow specks. Labradorite is a popular decorative stone because of its ‘labradorescence’ (iridescent optical effect).
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The Tower - Moonstone NecklaceIn the back of this moonstone, is a depiction or ‘the tower’ tarot card. A flaming tower that is struck by lightning. I hand cut all the small details of this piece. Moonstone displays a pearly and opalescent schiller. Its name is derived from a visual effect, sheen or schiller (play of color), caused by light diffraction. Moonstone (aka clear labradorite) has been used in jewelry for millennia, including ancient civilizations. The Romans admired moonstone, as they believed it was derived from solidified rays of the Moon. Both the Romans and Greeks associated moonstone with their lunar deities. In more recent history, moonstone became popular during the Art Nouveau period.
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Purple Labradorite Unicorn NecklaceThe most magical creature of the real is here! Look at this unicorn roaming the woods. Here he is in all its beauty, hand-cut in silver, adorning a beautiful pink-purple labradorite! Labradorite is a popular decorative stone because of its labradorescence (iridescent optical effect), which usually creates a dazzling optical phenomenon, in this case of a purple sheen that shimmers in the light.
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The Hermit - Labradorite NecklaceYou may have actually already spotted 'my wandering lady' also known as the Hermit in a couple of other pieces I have made in the past, what can I say, I just love it! So here is my interpretation of the traditional tarot card of the hermit. All details have been hand-cut by me and the stone featured is labradorite. Labradorite is a popular decorative stone because of its labradorescence (iridescent optical effect), which usually creates a dazzling optical phenomenon, in this case of a silvery sheen that shimmers in the light.
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Rough Black Tourmaline Point Dragon NecklaceI decided to pair one of the little dragons I forged in silver with this tourmaline. This is a rought point of a black tourmaline crystal, and I the shape of it really reminds me of a dragon scale. Tourmaline crystals of the same color are rare as even slight variations in the gemstone’s composition cause completely different colours to appear. In fact, most tourmaline deposits are found in veins that run through rocks, which were created by molten magma from volcanoes. As the magma cooled, large cracks formed, which were filled with a solution of water and minerals such as iron, lithium, or manganese that, over time, turned into crystals of tourmaline and other stones. It is these trace elements that give tourmalines their vivid colours, ranging from red, green and blue to yellow, black and orange.
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Agate Geode Dragon NecklaceI decided to pair one of the little dragons I forged in silver with this little grey geode. This is an agate geode, and you can spot the various pattern on the back. You can in fact see all the 'stripes' that are typical of this material. while on the inside, geodes are a rock that contains a cavity full of crystals. On the other end, rocks which are completely filled with small compact crystal formations such as agate, jasper or chalcedony are called nodules. The only difference between a geode and a nodule is that a geode has a hollow cavity, and a nodule is solid. Each geode is different and can have different colors depending on the minerals in the water that created it millions of years ago. They first start out as a hollow bubble inside of a layer of rock and can come from volcanic rocks or chemical precipitation.
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Purple Chalcopyrite Dragon NecklaceI decided to pair one of the little dragons I forged in silver with this purple rough stone, called chalcopyrite. The amazing color reminded me of what could have been one of the many colors of a dragon’s scales. Chalcopyrite is usually found with a brass-yellow color, but in areas with a very acidic ground, it can tarnish and get a different range of purples and blues (called Bornite).
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Agate Geode Cauldron NecklaceThis magical cauldron has been first made in wax and then forged in silver in a foundry. I proceeded to carve little ivy leaves and vines that adorn it all around, forming a triquetra in the middle. On the bottom, the caldron recites the famous words ‘’I put a spell on you..’’ The inside of the cauldron is filled with a geode composed of tiny crystals. Each geode is different and can have different colors depending on the minerals in the water that created it millions of years ago. They first start out as a hollow bubble inside of a layer of rock and can come from volcanic rocks or chemical precipitation.
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Labradorite Mini Cauldron NecklaceThese magical cauldrons have been first made in wax and then forged in silver in a foundry. I proceeded to carve little ivy leaves and vines that adorn it all around. The inside of the cauldron looks like it’s brewing an unexpected potion. It is in fact full of labradorite. Labradorite is a popular decorative stone because of its labradorescence (iridescent optical effect), which usually creates a dazzling optical phenomenon, in this case of a colorful sheen that shimmers in the light.
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Excalibur Geode NecklaceThese necklace all feature different and one of a kind geodes, adorned with hand-sawn and hand-formed swords in the rock, like Excalibur. These rough looking stones, have an outside made out of agate. You can in fact see all the 'stripes' and different colors that are typical of this material. while on the inside, geodes are a rock that contains a cavity full of crystals. On the other end, rocks which are completely filled with small compact crystal formations such as agate, jasper or chalcedony are called nodules. The only difference between a geode and a nodule is that a geode has a hollow cavity, and a nodule is solid. Each geode is different and can have different colors depending on the minerals in the water that created it millions of years ago. They first start out as a hollow bubble inside of a layer of rock and can come from volcanic rocks or chemical precipitation.
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Quartz and Chrome Diopside Sword NecklaceWhile resting on a carpet of moss, a dragonfly decided to sit on top of this magical sword. The blade is made with a beautiful clear quartz point. While the hilt holds a little shiny green chrome diopside. In the back you can find engraved the quote ''Malo periculosam libertatem quam quietum servitium''. It's a quote in latin that I thought fitting on a magical sword.
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Black Tourmaline Sword NecklaceEvery magical being needs its magical sword. This sword is forged with black tourmaline. Tourmaline crystals of just one single colour are rare as even slight variations in the gemstone’s composition cause completely different colours to appear. In fact, most tourmaline deposits are found in veins that run through rocks, which were created by molten magma from volcanoes. As the magma cooled, large cracks formed, which were filled with a solution of water and minerals such as iron, lithium or manganese that, over time, turned into crystals of tourmaline and other stones. It is these trace elements that give tourmalines their vivid colours, ranging from red, green and blue to yellow, black and orange.
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Rough Apatite, Peridot and Quartz sword Charm NecklaceWhat’s better than one sword? Three swords obviously!! So I decided to make a necklace with three tiny swords. The hilt of the two smaller swords is adorned with tiny rough peridot crystal, while the center is made with apatite. The blades of all three on the other hand are made with clear quartz points.
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Blue Chalcopyrite Castle NecklaceNow, how did I make this you are wondering?! Well I created it using the ancient technique of lost-wax casting. I learned this summer how to carve and sculpt in wax, making a tiny reproduction of a castle, which was then turned into silver by a foundry! I decided to pair it with a chalcopyrite rough stone of a mesmerizing blue color. Chalcopyrite is usually found with a brass-yellow color, but in areas with a very acidic ground, it can tarnish and get a different range of purples and blues (called Bornite).
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Castle Necklace - Made on orderNow, how did I make this you are wondering?! Well I created it using the ancient technique of lost-wax casting. I learned this summer how to carve and sculpt in wax, making a tiny reproduction of a castle, which was then turned into silver by a foundry! The tiny castle has a strong wooden entrance, and tall and mighty towers, that keep a look on the valley below.
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Barn Owl NecklaceA small owl pendant I made, it’s simple yet so cute! The tiny details give the piece more dimension. On its chest you can see carved the Celtic symbol of the triskelion. Now, how did I make this you are wondering?! Well, I created it using the ancient technique of lost-wax casting. I learned this summer how to carve and sculpt in wax, making a tiny reproduction of a barn owl, which was then turned into silver by a foundry!
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Amethyst Bell Flower Fairy House NecklaceApparently, a little bell flower has been chosen to be the new house of the fairy living in the garden. And what a house! It's rumored that the fairy who lives there has a ladybug as a pet, who's occasionally been spotted outside climbing the house's walls. Now, how did I make this you are wondering?! Well, I created it using the ancient technique of lost-wax casting. I learned this summer how to carve and sculpt in wax, making a bell flower fairy house, which was then turned into silver by a foundry! The fettle bell flower is hollow inside and contains a little moving amethyst point from Mexico.
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Bell Flower Fairy House NecklaceApparently a little bell flower has been chosen to be the new house of the fairy living in the garden. And what a house! It's rumored that the fairy who lives there has a ladybug as a pet, who's occasionally been spotted outside climbing the house's walls. Now, how did I make this you are wondering?! Well I created it using the ancient technique of lost-wax casting. I learned this summer how to carve and sculpt in wax, making a bell flower fairy house, which was then turned into silver by a foundry!
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Mini Moonstone Key NecklaceThis miniscule pendant probably holds one of the beast moonstones I have ever owned. The play of colors and flashes are AMAZING. Moonstone displays a pearly and opalescent schiller. Its name is derived from a visual effect, sheen or schiller (play of color), caused by light diffraction. Moonstone (aka clear labradorite) has been used in jewelry for millennia, including ancient civilizations. The Romans admired moonstone, as they believed it was derived from solidified rays of the Moon. Both the Romans and Greeks associated moonstone with their lunar deities. In more recent history, moonstone became popular during the Art Nouveau period.
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The Alchemist Ring - Size 8 USThis ring contains all the magic that is around us, featuring a stunning labradorite and adorned all over by hand-cut details forged in silver, it's a true statement piece. All around the band there are potions, runes, tarot cards, candles and a dagger.
More on the stone: Labradorite is a popular decorative stone because of its labradorescence (iridescent optical effect), which usually creates a dazzling optical phenomenon, in this case of a blue sheen that shimmers in the light. |
The Alchemist Ring - Size 5 1/4 USThis ring contains all the magic that is around us, featuring a stunning labradorite and adorned all over by hand-cut details forged in silver, it's a true statement piece. All around the band there are potions, runes, tarot cards, candles and a dagger.
More on the stone: Labradorite is a popular decorative stone because of its labradorescence (iridescent optical effect), which usually creates a dazzling optical phenomenon, in this case of a silvery-blue sheen that shimmers in the light. |
The Alchemist Ring - Made On Order - Custom Stone & SizeThis ring design contains all the magic that is around us, featuring a stunning labradorite and adorned all over by hand-cut details forged in silver, making it a true statement piece. All around the band there are potions, runes, tarot cards, candles and a dagger.
This litsting is for a made to order Alchimist Ring, where you can choose the stones you'd like and the size as well (please rember to pu sizing in US measurement). More on the stone: Labradorite is a popular decorative stone because of its labradorescence (iridescent optical effect), which usually creates a dazzling optical phenomenon. |
The Tower Ring - Size 6 USThe most magical medieval-tale inspired ring I think I ever made. It features on the center with a castle’s tower that is being attacked by a dragon. On the sides marble columns sustain stone arches, making it a truly magical palace. The Top of the tower is made of a clear quartz point that comes directly from the famous white marble quarries of Carrara in Italy (the same used by Michelangelo).
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Amethyst and Labradorite Coat Of Arms Ring - Finished in Buyer's SizeAn amethyst sword seems to have pierced a shield made of labradorite stone, fusing together, and creating this magical ring. The tiny amethyst is faceted and catches all the light around, sitting below it is carved a rune.
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Quartz and Garnet Flower Sword Earrings The flower holds amongst its petals tiny purple garnets (the rhodolite variety), while the shiny swords are made of quartz points, making it for some cute but deadly armor!
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Moonstone Key and Aquamarine Sword EarringsThere is just something so magical about keys and swords, I don't know what, but the symbolism they have is just so enticing! So I had to make one mis-matched yet coordinated pair of earrings! A moonstone for the key and an aquamarine crystal point for the sword.
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Potion Bottle Ear StudsLittle potion studs to bring a subtle touch of magic to everyday life.
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