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The
2007 Jewelcollect
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Come share the fun and fellowship as we share our favorite pieces of
critter jewelry.
Whether elegant, sentimental or whimsical, these jool pets, gathered
from around the world, have stories to tell and are a delight to behold! |
Coro "Feline Beauty"
Jelly Belly Brooch
This
adorable jelly belly feline is quite rare and was produced in 2 styles. Happily,
I found this feisty version with the ruff around its neck
— the older, sterling version with a rose gold finish. I was
thrilled to have won the auction in the last few seconds with a margin of
pennies. (1945
patent, 1946 ad)
Beth Rowlands
Emerald City Vintage Costume Jewelry |
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Coro Frog Duette
These enameled
sterling froggies can be worn together as a brooch or can separate to be
worn as clips, jumping in different directions. As a child, one of my
greatest joys was to find pollywogs in ponds and puddles, bring them home
in a jar, and watch their transformation into frogs. My mother was
less pleased when their metamorphosis was complete and they hopped around
the house!
Cheri Van Hoover
Milky Way Jewels
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Dogs Playing Poker
I love this brooch
because it embodies all that I like about figurals. Crafted in the 1940s
of wood and bakelite, it shows two dogs playing poker. It has movement,
tons of expression and personality, and humor. Plus, it was featured in
an article about The Dog Jewelry Museum in a national magazine, The Bark!
I bought it from an old friend and jewelry dealer (Lonny Rosen of Ooh Ahh
Antique Jewelry) who helped me get started in the jewel biz, making it
extra special.
Deb
Schneider
The Dog Jewelry
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Kenneth Lane
Gecko Brooch
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Gecko
lizards are seen in abundance where we live in Florida. While this
creature in used in all forms of tropical decor, Kenny sure knew how to
accessorize this guy! It measures 3¾" x 1" — just about the
size of the real ones.
Jan Gaughan
Eclectic Vintage Costume Jewelry |
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Catskills Kitty
This pin is special to
me because in 1993, shortly after the vet told me my funny and wonderful 16
year old orange Maine Coon, Brucie, had end-stage kidney and liver disease
and not long to live, I found this beauty staring up at me in a dusty case
in a country antique center -- sort of serendipity in the Catskills. Not
only is it the same color as Brucie, but it is French, and totally unique,
as was Brucie (unique, not French). So, for me, this pin IS my Brucie.
Elizabeth Nyland |
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Mexican Bluebird
Meet Beto
Pajaro - translation: Beto Bird. Beto, my little sparkly friend, flew
into my life several years ago and has remained dear to my heart because
of the years I spent living in the Mexican jungle. Have you ever seen
another sombrero and serape wearing critter? I didn't think so. He
resides in my jewelry box, and I smile every time I see him — he's just
so darn cute and happy!
Julie
Levine
Joolbait Jewels |
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Chimp
Ballerina
This chimp ballerina
is my silliest "pet". I love jewel oddities, and this certainly
qualifies. And something that brings a smile is always welcome!
[Ed. note: could her name be
"Peaches"?]
Susan Corwin
Boffo Beads
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My
Horses ~ Real & Jool
This is just a small sample - one only has
to look at the photo and you will see why I have chosen these pieces for
my collection. Each one has the 'look' of one of my horses. Every time I
put on one of these brooches, I'm reminded of that wonderful horse partner
and their generous and unique personality.
Dinah Taylor
Capricious Crowns |
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Mine
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All Mine!
This wood bunny pin
holds vintage velveteen carrots with pearl accents. I found the
carrots at our local flea market, and asked Brad Elfrink (the Bakelite
carver - who started out carving wood) to make me a bunny to go with them.
I was delighted with the result - the way the bunny is obviously not going
to let anyone take his carrots away from him!
Myrna Seale |
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"Soaring High"
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This
hat ornament captivates me, conveying freedom and adventure. I
will be flying for the first time next year and hope to experience
something of what these geese feel as they soar through the air.
Linda Heberling
Yesterday's Jewels |
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