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  • Sale! upcycled napkin ring bracelet - french ostrich

    Upcycled Napkin Ring Bracelet for Small Wrist

    Original price was: $75.00.Current price is: $49.00.

    This upcycled napkin ring bracelet is one-of-a-kind and is crafted exclusively for exclusively small wrist. It’s a piece of art to wear on your wrist!

    A vintage napkin ring has been cur, shaped and filed. I filled a brass frame with silver solder and stamped the words “love,” “laugh,” and “live.” The bracelet is finished with a short vintage faux pearl chain and a silver lobster clasp.

    Make your small wrist happy!

  • convertible cork choker - french ostrich

    Cork Choker with Vintage Pearl and Crystal Necklace

    $35.00$145.00

    This cork choker is a yummy chocolate brown and is stunning all on its own. But when you add the upcycled pearl and crystal necklace or one of the sterling silver pendants, your necklace will become a real eye-catcher.

    How to transform the choker:  You may wear the choker by itself, or the pearl and crystal necklace by itself. Or, you can attach the two for an “uber-statement necklace!” Or, choose any of the sterling silver pendants, to which I’ve added a ring so it will easily slip over a small ridge in the magnetic clasp.

    Please note: The listing is for the cork choker + the vintage pearl and crystal necklace for $145. You may add any, all, or none of the sterling pendants for $35 each.

    If you enjoy unusual jewelry, then you just may want to add this fabulous creation to your shopping cart!

  • face pendant on cork cord by french ostrich

    Wearable Art Face Jewelry

    $119.00

    “Dreamland”

    This lovely lady is off in dreamland. She’s sporting a sparkly, repurposed vintage earring on her forehead!

    The face is approximately 3″ tall and  2″ wide, and hangs from a 20″ cork cord with magnetic clasp.

    The pieces in the The French Ostrich Wearable Art Face Collection are conversation-starters … and not your average, mainstream jewelry. This piece of wearable art is “one-of-a-kind in series,” meaning I’ve crafted the same face numerous times, but each one varies a bit from the next: different makeup or hair, perhaps, varied chain, or unique embellishments.

    Each creation in the French Ostrich Wearable Art Face Collection is crafted from clay, hand painted, and baked 2-3 times.

  • aqua and copper collage necklace by french ostrich

    Statement Necklace Copper and Aqua

    $169.00

    This  assemblage necklace is a one-of-a-kind-statement-making stunner. Crafted in copper and aqua, it’s truly spectacular.

    The definition of assemblage is “a group of collected things.” In the art world, assemblage refers to putting together a group of objects into a unified whole. Several years ago, I was absolutely captivated by assemblage jewelry and have been making it ever since.

    The patinaed butterfly is the focus of this creation; it’s surrounded by components that are richly plated with copper: four flowers with faux pearls at their centers, a leaf and various other copper components. The assemblage hangs from a rolo chain complemented with faceted Amazonite beads.  A toggle clasp makes the necklace easy to put on and take off.

    Be mesmerizing …

  • bullet shell necklace by french ostrich

    Bullet Shell Necklace

    $59.00

    Look closely and you’ll see these tassel necklaces, part of my Re-Fabulous collection, are made from spent bullet shells. (I purchased the shells from a local gun range. I love to upcycle pretty much anything and everything.) After painstakingly cleaning the bullet shells, I drilled holes in the top. Next I sealed the shells using two coats of a protective coating so the bullet shells would retain their luster and prevent tarnishing and oxidation.

    The tassels themselves are crafted from old chain, much of it vintage, plus beads, Czechoslovakian crystal rondelles,bead caps, and whatever else strikes my fancy as I’m putting the tassel together. Each tassel hangs on a 24″ stainless steel ball chain, making the perfect tassel necklace!

    Take your pick:

    #1 sports a rectangular teal-colored bead, brass bullet shell and silver tulip bead. The tassel is just over 5″ long.

    #2 features a black bead with a silver-tone bullet shell.  The tassel is about 4.5″ long.

    #3 features a brass bullet shell with a faceted bright silver bead.  The tassel is about 5″ long.

    #4 featured a brass bullet shell, silver tube bead, and a mustard-color focal bead. The tassel is about 5″ long.

    #5 is neutral in silver and gold tones with a faux pearl, and has a tassel about 4.5″ long.

  • hand painted earrings with curly cue by french ostrich

    Hand Painted Earrings

    $25.00

    LIMITED SERIES!

    Experience a playful twist in your jewelry collection with our hand-painted earrings, designed to bring a touch of whimsy to any outfit. Crafted from pewter, these dangles measure 1.75″ x 0.25″ and are suspended from hypoallergenic niobium ear wires for comfortable wear.

    Each pewter drop is  hand-painted with vibrant curly cues and polka dots, using a specially formulated paint that adheres beautifully to metal surfaces. This limited series boasts an exclusive collection of only six unique designs, ensuring that every pair is truly one-of-a-kind.

    These  earrings are perfect for adding a pop of color and fun to your everyday wear, and may quickly become your go-to earrings.

    This particular pair features a whimsical purple curly cue at the top, accented with green, pink, and purple polka dots, making them a delightful addition to your jewelry box. Embrace the joy of unique, handmade art with these captivating earrings!

     

  • earrings hand painted with polka dots by french ostrich

    Hand Painted Earrings

    $25.00

    LIMITED SERIES!

    Experience a playful twist in your jewelry collection with our hand-painted earrings, designed to bring a touch of whimsy to any outfit. Crafted from pewter, these dangles measure 1.75″ x 0.25″ and are suspended from hypoallergenic niobium ear wires for comfortable wear.

    Each pewter drop is  hand-painted with vibrant curly cues and polka dots, using a specially formulated paint that adheres beautifully to metal surfaces. This limited series boasts an exclusive collection of only six unique designs, ensuring that every pair is truly one-of-a-kind.

    These  earrings are perfect for adding a pop of color and fun to your everyday wear, and may quickly become your go-to earrings.

    This particular pair is accented with green, gold and pale blue polka dots. These earrings will make a delightful addition to your jewelry box. Embrace the joy of unique, handmade art with these captivating earrings!

     

  • hand painted earrings with orange polka dots by french ostrich

    Hand Painted Earrings

    $25.00

    LIMITED SERIES!

    Experience a playful twist in your jewelry collection with our hand-painted earrings, designed to bring a touch of whimsy to any outfit. Crafted from pewter, these dangles measure 1.75″ x 0.25″ and are suspended from hypoallergenic niobium ear wires for comfortable wear.

    Each pewter drop is  hand-painted with vibrant curly cues and polka dots, using a specially formulated paint that adheres beautifully to metal surfaces. This limited series boasts an exclusive collection of only six unique designs, ensuring that every pair is truly one-of-a-kind.

    These  earrings are perfect for adding a pop of color and fun to your everyday wear, and may quickly become your go-to earrings.

    This particular pair features orange, olive green and aqua polka dots, making them a delightful addition to your jewelry box. Embrace the joy of unique, handmade art with these captivating earrings!

     

  • hand painted earrings with polka dots by french ostrich

    Hand Painted Earrings

    $25.00

    LIMITED SERIES!

    Experience a playful twist in your jewelry collection with our hand-painted earrings, designed to bring a touch of whimsy to any outfit. Crafted from pewter, these dangles measure 1.75″ x 0.25″ and are suspended from hypoallergenic niobium ear wires for comfortable wear.

    Each pewter drop is  hand-painted with vibrant curly cues and polka dots, using a specially formulated paint that adheres beautifully to metal surfaces. This limited series boasts an exclusive collection of only six unique designs, ensuring that every pair is truly one-of-a-kind.

    These  earrings are perfect for adding a pop of color and fun to your everyday wear, and may quickly become your go-to earrings.

    This particular pair features purple, aqua and gold polka dots, making them a delightful addition to your jewelry box. Embrace the joy of unique, handmade art with these captivating earrings!

     

  • pyrite chandelier earrings by french ostrich

    Pyrite Chandelier Earrings

    $35.00

    Do you dare?

    These spectacular chandelier earrings make a bold statement: Five tiers of pyrite rosary chain drop from upcycled multi-strand necklace connectors for a boho flair. A silver metal bead drops from the longest tier. Lots of swing and movement in these earrings.

    If you’re looking for statement earrings, look no further. Note: most of my earrings are lightweight, but these are not. If you’re accusomted to “normal weight” earrings, you may not find these too heavy. I could certainly wear them for a few hours.

     

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  • purple lady assemblage necklace by french ostrich

    “Purple Lady” Statement Assemblage Necklace / Collage Necklace

    $139.00

    This assemblage necklace is sure to garner lots of attention, and you’ll certainly never see this necklace on anyone else.

    The definition of assemblage is “a group of collected things.” In the art world, assemblage refers to putting together a group of objects into a unified whole. Several years ago, I was absolutely captivated by assemblage jewelry and have been making it ever since.

    The purple lady is the focus of this creation, and she’s surrounded by richly plated brass components, faux pearls and Swarovski crystals. The assemblage hangs from a double chain: a silver vintage chain, and a second chain composed beaded connectors: gorgeous purple beads enveloped in cone-style filigree bead caps.

    This necklace is a stunner, and if you or someone you know loves purple, well …

  • knitting needle earrings by french ostrich

    Knitting Needle Earrings Pale Green

    $46.00

    Part of the Re-Fabulous collection, these unique earrings are crafted from repurposed knitting needles! Each pair undergoes a meticulous transformation process, starting with smashing the needles flat. They are then cut into various lengths, hammered to add texture, carefully filed, and drilled to perfection. After being tumbled for a few hours to smooth out any rough edges, they’re adorned with an array of charms, beads, mini-hoops, and vintage earrings for that final touch.

    These particular earrings feature a stunning pale green hue, complemented by faceted pale green beads and a hint of sparkle from Czech crystal rondelles.

    Please note: due to the handmade nature of these earrings, the knitting needle components may not match exactly, adding to their unique charm.

    Lightweight at just 2.5 grams each and measuring under 2 inches long, these earrings are not only a fashion statement but also a delightful conversation starter. Perfect for the knitters in your life, these earrings make a thoughtful and stylish gift.

  • Sale! copper necklace by french ostrich

    Etched Copper Necklace

    Original price was: $125.00.Current price is: $80.00.

    One of a kind!! (OOAK) This etched copper necklace certainly makes a statement. The main focal was crafted from sheet copper that I cut, etched, drilled and folded. I then used sterling and copper wire to dangle the beads.

    What will you wear this with? Just about anything. It can be dressed up or down, depending upon your mood.

    This necklace is one-of-a-kind, and truly striking.