:: sallee designs ::

Update

2010-03-26T22:56:00.001-07:00

It's been quite a long time since I last updated. I'm so terrible with updating this blog! Well, a lot has happened in the past year and a half years. I got married in March 2009 and so it has been quite busy. I really want to be more active with blogging so I will try my best to do that and also create more pieces. I miss creating jewelry!

Below you will find some pieces I made last year for one of my dear friends who got married in August 2009. I was also able to coordinate her wedding but I realize I can only do something like that for someone who I really love because it takes a lot of work--- especially when I already have a day job. Maybe if I didn't have a full time job, I could venture out and do more event planning... but I enjoy my job and also being creative on the side.

the bride's colors were yellow (perfect for summer!) and grey--- so classy. I create pieces for each of her bridesmaids... here are some of the pictures...

adorable dangle earrings..

dainty earrings and necklace set

a different necklace with some silver star beads...

all pieces were made of sterling silver, swarovski crystals and pearls. please inquire if interested in custom pieces or anything on the blog!

i resolve to be more faithful in updating this blog! :D

Wedding Jewelry

2008-07-10T16:35:00.000-07:00

A friend of mine is getting married in August and wanted some jewelry for her bridesmaids. Mind you-- she has seven. She was looking for gifts for them and because she has so many, it was difficult to find anything that was affordable to give to each of them. So I took on the task of making some necklaces and earrings for the girls. The dresses are red so we decided that it would be best to go with clear AB crystals (iridescent finish) so that the jewelry can pick up the color. The good thing about going with clear crystals is that the recipient can wear the jewelry anytime and with anything even after the wedding. I decided to also make each necklace sightly different-- starting with the chain, number of crystals within the chain, and the pendant. All of the necklaces were similar in that they had a clasp with an extender so that if they wanted to make the necklace longer for a different outfit, they could do so by putting it on the last ring.

Information on the necklaces: (all approximate)

length: 16 in.
pendant: 1-1 1/2 in.
extender: 2 in.
# of crystals on pendant: 14-16 various sizes ranging from 3mm- 6mm AB clear crystals

necklace #1

a close up picture of necklace #1's pendant

For the rest of the necklaces, I will show you the close up of the pendant.

necklace #2

necklace #3

necklace #4

necklace #5

necklace #6

necklace #7

I threw in earrings for the girls as a gift to the bride. I made 3 different styles.

earring style #1

earring style #2

earring style #3

All items are made with genuine sterling silver and Swarovski crystals. Necklaces are $35. Earrings are $10. If purchased as a set, the price is $40. Sets come in gift boxes like this.

Packaging

2008-07-10T15:22:00.000-07:00

Each pair of earrings, necklace, or sets come in this cute gift box ready to give or keep for yourself.

More Dainty Earrings

2008-07-08T21:16:00.000-07:00

Here are two other variations on the dainty earrings. What a fun way to add some frill to a cute summery dress!!

Dainty Cluster Earrings

2008-07-08T00:08:00.000-07:00

I love earrings that are feminine and dainty but with a twist. Here are some glass bead and swarovski earrings that I created a few months ago. The bottom bead is usually an 8mm or 10mm Swarovski crystal or Czechs glass bead with various 3mm/4mm bicone beads or glass pearls on top. They are made of genuine sterling silver or gold filled wire. This is one of my favorite designs. These earrings can be dressed up or down. They measure approximately 1 inch from top of the hook to the bottom. These earrings are a great addition to any girl's jewelry box! They are only $15 plus shipping!! I'll post more pictures of my variations on this design.

Welcome

2008-07-07T17:09:00.000-07:00

Welcome to Sallee Designs! We are a small jewelry design studio located in Orange County, California.

I began dabbling in jewelry over 10 years ago-- creating necklaces with seedbeads and crimp beads. I've perfected my craft and began working with wire/chain to create unique and beautiful pieces. I love jewelry-- something sparkly, dainty, or "WOW" to look perfect with that outfit or to give as a meaningful gift to someone special. Everything is hand-crafted meticulously. I pride myself in being very detailed.

I will be posting pictures of some of the items up for sale in the next few days. Please feel free to browse and let me know if you are interested in purchasing any items. I also do custom work. The possibilities are endless. Thank you for stopping by~!

You can also find me on etsy-- salleedesigns.etsy.com.