Well, so much for my weekend of gardening. The weather has been a bit pesky and I have felt cosy and productive inside. I have been trying to get these pendants finished for weeks now and yesterday I made quite a bit of progress. Just the chains to polish and attach to the pendants.
For those who haven't seen them in a previous post, they're made fom vintage optometrist test lenses, images from vintage Pairisan postcards and steel chain.
The Lace pendant below is one I made quite a while ago but am thinking of making a batch. I cannot decide whether to use the chain necklace or attach a satin or velvet ribbon....
Below is the velvet ribbon version...
...and this is the satin ribbon version...
What to you think? I'd love your opinions!
My vote is for velvet ribbon, more in keeping with the vintage of the lace. Tho the chain one is nice too but i have a worry about it hanging properly. Sometimes those long links can twist on themselves. I must say tho, the lace looks delightful inside the optometrist test lenses. cheers, Kt.
ReplyDeleteOh i adore the velvet too!
ReplyDeleteYou are so talented Sarah - these are really unique and creative. Love the pendant with the velvet ribbon.
ReplyDeleteI like the velvet ribbon first, then I like the satin ribbon. The pendants are gorgeous! Thanks for stopping by and visiting my blog! xx
ReplyDeleteSarah - your jewellery is gorgeous! What an absolutely fabulous use of old things - beautiful and original! Leigh
ReplyDeleteI love both looks. Simply beautiful!!!
ReplyDeleteI vote for the velvet ribbon in this case though I really like the chain you use, your jewelery is very pretty.
ReplyDeleteThese necklaces are gorgeous. I prefer them with either of the ribbons as it makes them look more vintage!
ReplyDeleteBy the way, I don't know if I've mentioned this before but I think your dog is gorgeous - what breed is she?
~Sam
Oh, I LOVE these! My father is an optometrist and I think he has some old test lenses in a storage room.
ReplyDeleteI left you an award over at my blog. Have a great day!
Very delicate and pretty, Sarah! Thanks for your visit and comment.
ReplyDeleteOh my, so pretty! Such charm , they are all gorgeous! xo
ReplyDeleteThey are really delicate and vintage looking and I like them!
ReplyDeleteThey look so great Sarah, you did have a really productive weekend! I think I love the pendants with the black velvet best, so smart!
ReplyDeleteI'm going to be the awkward one and say I prefer them with the chain! I think lace is so pretty on its own that the chain 'toughs' it up a bit...
ReplyDeletefirst time at your blog and greeted with these beautiful pieces of jewellery...wow! I love the Eiffel Tower ones especially. What a talent!
ReplyDeleteI love the velvet ribbon Sarah....and the fact that you're using these lovely optometrists lenses...do you sell them on Etsy?
ReplyDeleteIts been great reading through your blog, I'm sorry I haven't visited for a while ;-)
xxxxx Tara
I love the velvet. They are just gorgeous Sarah!
ReplyDeleteI have left you a blog award on my blog this morning. No pressure to take part but just to say I love your blog.
Jxx
Hey...I have given you a blog award today, don't feel as if you have to play along, I have passed this award onto you because I enjoy your blog.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your week.
Louise
these are fantastic! love the french postcard pieces. are they for sale...?
ReplyDeleteNEW FOLLOWER... CAME OVER FROM MY SISTER DUSTYLU... LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING MORE OFF I GO!
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