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Sunday, October 04, 2009

the earrings

You know how I mentioned that during this lead up to our wedding I haven't been able to just buy things ready-made?... How I've had to handmake, remake, or tweak?... Well the same thing happened with my earrings.

I was searching for aaaages for something with that Wiess vintage rhinestone feel. Most were clip on studs, or just too big. I wanted something small.

So... I bought pieces off Etsy....

Earring Pieces

Originally I bought the earrings in the middle and took them to a jeweller to see if they could turn them from clip-ons into studs for me. They quoted me $200!!!!! CHOKE!

So I did what (I've now learnt) I do best. I bought more bits and pieces (all up was $15), then took the bits to the jeweller who put them all together for me for only $30.

Earrings FinishedAnd they're great!

Small, inexpensive, vintage, customised and entirely unique.

Just the way I like it. :)





P.S. Incidentally, this time next week, we will be married!!!!! :D

10 comments:

CurlyPops said...

You've created something stunning - beautiful and understated and elegant.
You must be getting a little nervous by now!

Hello Sweetie said...

Hi there,

good earring tip.

I can't wait to see photos of your whole wedding outfit posted here.

Though you and your partner have been together a long time thinking it's only one week to go till your wedding must be exciting.

All the best to you and yours.

Reader in Japan.

TK

Kat said...

They are gorgeous earrings! Wow, only 1 week left. That sure has gone quick.

lil kim said...

wow can't believe it is next week! all the best for a fantastic day!!! with those earrings, and all the tremendous amount of work and love you have put into your preparations, i have no doubt that it will be.
Big hug and kiss!!!

Kate Moore said...

It can't possibly be that close? Goodness, you're incredibly calm. I hope it's a glorious day and congratulations to you and your fella.

Anna Lloyd said...

Lovely earrings! The lamp shade is great too! I really love the lilac purple colours. I know I have probably said this already but I am so looking forward to seeing your Wedding photos!! And I'm in the grips of wedding fever myself because my sister is getting married next year. She has asked me to help her with organising it - I couldn't be more excited...

Geek+Nerd said...

Wow, I can't believe that your wedding is next weekend! I am so excited for you!

Regina said...

They are beautiful!!

Next week!! Realy?!?!

I am so excited for you. You are going to have the most lovely wedding. Everything you've done so far is just amazing!!

Cath @ chunkychooky said...

you are to bloody clever lovey!!!

jan said...

The earrings are lovely! Best wishes to you both!