Favorite things

For as long as I can remember, I've been mildly obsessed with rings. (Is there such a thing as mild obsession?) Anyway, it's a little bit sad because I really have rather unattractive hands. It's silly to draw extra attention to my hands by adorning them in any way. There is just something about an interesting, well-made ring that is endlessly fascinating to me and my collection has grown over the years. Sadly, my hands have done the same.

A few months ago, I discovered the Etsy website where people can set up shop and sell all sorts of handcrafted items from candles to clothing. I started browsing through the jewelry category and discovered a shop I instantly loved. Gemmafactrix features a wide array of unique, colorful and fun jewelry created by Brooke Medlin. Prices are pretty reasonable for handcrafted, custom-made art, I think.

I have since ordered a few items from Brooke and have to say I absolutely love her work and she is an excellent and accomodating person to deal with. And, no, I'm not being paid to say this, really. Her feedback speaks for itself. Makes me wish I could be a metalsmith meself.

Here's a couple photos of items she has made for me:

(Move your mouse over the photo and then off again. I just learned this cool photo trick from a link.)















(Photos by gemmafactrix posted with permission)