tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-67437468561872454082024-03-13T20:05:40.071-06:00A Second TimeA Second Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295131550659456913noreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6743746856187245408.post-81800949881162191952010-07-11T10:36:00.004-06:002010-07-11T10:49:33.292-06:00Brandy Amber Handmade Sterling Silver Ring<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/TDnzJeENz7I/AAAAAAAAAHQ/tQcM9W8m2dk/s1600/IMG_1669.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5492688564570148786" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/TDnzJeENz7I/AAAAAAAAAHQ/tQcM9W8m2dk/s200/IMG_1669.JPG" border="0" /></a>Rich, brandy color genuine Amber is the focal point of this stunning handmade statement ring designed by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/asecondtime">A Second Time</a> and made in our studio located in Calgary, Alberta. Amber is the fossilized sap from prehistoric trees that has aged over the course of millions of years and this ring is a beautiful way to showcase and preserve an important piece of earth’s history and evolution. You can view more pictures of this piece or learn more about purchasing it or other handmade designs by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/51248505/brandy-amber-and-sterling-silver-ring">clicking here</a>. <br /><div></div>A Second Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295131550659456913noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6743746856187245408.post-41860412714723769112010-06-16T13:35:00.002-06:002010-06-16T13:41:11.113-06:00Steampunk Rings by A Second Time<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/TBknzwQ9yYI/AAAAAAAAAHI/UmSmRwIvePk/s1600/Steampunk+Ring.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483457791383161218" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/TBknzwQ9yYI/AAAAAAAAAHI/UmSmRwIvePk/s200/Steampunk+Ring.jpg" border="0" /></a> What better way to complete your Neo Victorian look than with a unique ring? This Steampunk and Neo Victorian inspired ring is now available for purchase from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/asecondtime">A Second Time</a>. It is hand made using a repurposed vintage watch dial and gears and accented with CRYSTALLIZED™ - Swarovski Elements. The antiqued gold tone filigree is nickel and lead free making it comfortable to wear for most sensitive skin types, and, it’s adjustable to fit most finger sizes. <br /><br />You can learn more about this piece and view additional photos of it by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/49563197/steampunk-ring-neo-victorian-gold-tone">clicking here</a>. Additional handmade Steampunk inspired rings can be viewed by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/asecondtime?section_id=6940280">clicking here</a>. <br /><br /> Thanks for stopping by to visit!A Second Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295131550659456913noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6743746856187245408.post-18043603076864960882010-06-15T16:16:00.003-06:002010-06-15T16:25:43.253-06:00S and O Productions Elite Eight Feature<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/TBf9YOKUqdI/AAAAAAAAAHA/ic04iqnNL-0/s1600/It%27s_just_peachy_in_alberta.png"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5483129663906949586" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 189px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/TBf9YOKUqdI/AAAAAAAAAHA/ic04iqnNL-0/s200/It%27s_just_peachy_in_alberta.png" border="0" /></a><br /><div>I made a <a href="http://www.etsy.com/treasury/4c16e8ae17146d91c7cd951c/its-just-peachy-in-alberta">treasury</a> on Etsy featuring just a small sampling of the amazing talent to be found on the Etsy Alberta Team and it's been featured today in a great blog feature by <a href="http://sandoproductions.blogspot.com/2010/06/treasury-tuesday-elite-eight_15.html">S and O Productions</a>! </div><br />Hope you will stop by and check out the blog and the treasury:)A Second Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295131550659456913noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6743746856187245408.post-16686025570038580592010-06-11T12:00:00.003-06:002010-06-11T12:07:59.282-06:00Laura and Pam - The Vintage ChicksLaura and Pam, the <a href="http://www.allaboutpretty.typepad.com/">Vintage Chicks</a>, are organizing a Spring Fair! It's a collaboration of reloved, restyled one of a kind vintage treasures and lovely art for your home and garden. It will be happening at the Priddis Community Hall, 15 minutes west of Calgary, AB on Hwy 22x June 12 & 13 from 10am to 4pm. For those of you in the area, I hope you'll drop by to see them and take part in the unique shopping experience they've been working hard on for you to enjoy.A Second Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295131550659456913noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6743746856187245408.post-22074949750524706132010-05-27T17:02:00.003-06:002010-05-27T17:06:14.479-06:00Mother Nature is confused!<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/S_76KyRvMlI/AAAAAAAAAG4/mfYZ3BTFnQ8/s1600/Snow+May+27+2010.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5476089260130906706" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 150px" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/S_76KyRvMlI/AAAAAAAAAG4/mfYZ3BTFnQ8/s200/Snow+May+27+2010.jpg" border="0" /></a> In my last post, I remarked how the May Long weekend signals the beginning of summer here. This picture was taken just moments ago looking out my front door. Yes, it's SNOW! Heavy, wet, white snow! The moisture will be wonderful...but I think Mother Nature is confused on the dates!<br /><div></div>A Second Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295131550659456913noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6743746856187245408.post-84303005876819817712010-05-25T15:02:00.003-06:002010-05-25T15:08:05.410-06:00Summer Days are here!<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/S_w7SbZXNNI/AAAAAAAAAGw/UZjMphIr9vY/s1600/IMG_0947.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5475316434753500370" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/S_w7SbZXNNI/AAAAAAAAAGw/UZjMphIr9vY/s200/IMG_0947.JPG" border="0" /></a>The past May long weekend signals the beginning of summer for most of us in Canada. This Steampunk inspired pendant, titled <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/48071942/steampunk-necklace-each-day-neo">Each Day</a>, will serve as a visual reminder that summer days are all too short here and inspire us to make the most of the hours we have to frolic in the sun. <br /><br />The<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/48071942/steampunk-necklace-each-day-neo"> Each Day</a> pendant is hand made using a vintage repurposed Swiss made watch movement and date wheel, gorgeous Neo Victorian antiqued silver tone filigree and accented with CRYSTALLIZED™ - Swarovski Elements. <br /><br />This piece is available for purchase from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/asecondtime">A Second Time</a> by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/48071942/steampunk-necklace-each-day-neo">clicking here</a>. I hope you’ll stop in for a visit!<br /><div></div>A Second Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295131550659456913noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6743746856187245408.post-2654811897202866352010-05-24T08:00:00.000-06:002010-05-24T08:00:04.180-06:00Restyled Cascade Necklace<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/S_lTFDVgwsI/AAAAAAAAAGo/Y3Y2JbOYae4/s1600/Cascade+Necklace+for+Craftgawker.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5474498168305533634" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/S_lTFDVgwsI/AAAAAAAAAGo/Y3Y2JbOYae4/s200/Cascade+Necklace+for+Craftgawker.jpg" border="0" /></a>Luxurious creamy white vintage faux pearl beads are given a new purpose in this hand made <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/47538561/repurposed-vintage-faux-pearl-cascade">necklace</a>. Each vintage bead is meticulously wired to a nickel and lead free antiqued silver tone cable link chain that measures approximately 18” (45cm) in length. The chain closes securely and easily with a lobster style clasp. A single bead drops romantically from the clasp. The nine beads that cascade in the front of the necklace are graduated in size; the largest measures approximately 15mm and the smallest measures approximately 8mm. No longer for just for ‘old’ ladies, this necklace is now restyled for a modern look that will take you from blue jeans to weddings! This piece is available for purchase by clicking <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/47538561/repurposed-vintage-faux-pearl-cascade">here</a>.A Second Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295131550659456913noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6743746856187245408.post-22971146735943103702010-05-23T09:55:00.004-06:002010-05-23T10:00:54.036-06:00Steampunk Ring<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/S_lQGA0eQ8I/AAAAAAAAAGg/C8DoTG_-u54/s1600/2Tone+Filigree+Ring+for+Craftgawker.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5474494886275072962" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/S_lQGA0eQ8I/AAAAAAAAAGg/C8DoTG_-u54/s200/2Tone+Filigree+Ring+for+Craftgawker.jpg" border="0" /></a>This <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/47825871/steampunk-ring-neo-victorian-silver-and">Steampunk Ring</a> is hand assembled with vintage watch gears securely attached to a quality nickel free and lead free Neo Victorian filigree ring in antiqued silver and gold tone. The Steampunk Ring is easily adjustable to fit most finger sizes. Gorgeous CRYSTALLIZED™ - Swarovski Elements provide a classic glimmering accent. Each vintage piece has been gently cleaned, but not to the point of removing all the patina that has developed over time. The diameter of the top of the ring is approximately ¾” (1.8cm). This is a great conversation piece! <div> </div><div>This piece and more are available for purchase by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/47825871/steampunk-ring-neo-victorian-silver-and">clicking here</a>.</div>A Second Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295131550659456913noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6743746856187245408.post-88547373989507931742010-05-08T10:04:00.003-06:002010-05-08T10:13:11.062-06:00Blossom<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/S-WL7k7fh-I/AAAAAAAAAGY/tL4BT0kwV-s/s1600/IMG_0903.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5468931178153084898" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/S-WL7k7fh-I/AAAAAAAAAGY/tL4BT0kwV-s/s200/IMG_0903.JPG" border="0" /></a> I'm ready for spring to officially arrive here and I made this pendant as encouragement to Mother Nature to let the sun shine and the blossoms grow.<br /><br />The organic and rustic <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/46464007/blossom-pendant-hand-made-silver-artisan">Blossom</a> is hand cut from reclaimed sterling silver sheet, shaped and formed into a blossom shape and a copper nugget is added to the center. <br /><br />More details can be found in the shop, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/asecondtime">A Second Time</a>. <br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/S-WLwr2TgQI/AAAAAAAAAGQ/R_8EUKQPHhc/s1600/IMG_0903.JPG"></a><br /><br /><div></div>A Second Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295131550659456913noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6743746856187245408.post-72875209393085094832010-05-05T17:02:00.001-06:002010-05-05T17:05:04.877-06:00From Sleepy Hollow RoadI just learned that my friend Danielle has started a blog! Danielle has endless energy and enthusiasm that the rest of us envy while we sit back, scratch our heads in amazement and wonder how she does it all. Although she’s just getting her feet wet in the blog world, this is one that is sure to be interesting and one that I know will be a must read. I hope you’ll stop by her blog ….<a href="http://www.fromsleepyhollowroad.blogspot.com/">from sleepy hollow road</a> for a visit.A Second Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295131550659456913noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6743746856187245408.post-78731781046415530092010-05-04T23:45:00.003-06:002010-05-04T23:54:56.763-06:00Mounds<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/S-EGHsP3BRI/AAAAAAAAAGI/HLIeHhbA9ls/s1600/IMG_0817.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5467658151811024146" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/S-EGHsP3BRI/AAAAAAAAAGI/HLIeHhbA9ls/s200/IMG_0817.JPG" border="0" /></a> Hand made from reclaimed sterling silver and copper, the Mounds series is now available in <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/asecondtime">A Second Time's</a> shop. Copper sheet is cut, hammered lightly, domed and then set in handmade reclaimed sterling silver bezel settings. The copper used in these pieces has not been waxed or laquered and will develop a gorgeous patina over time (like a penny). Alternately you can choose to clean the piece and keep it looking like it does today. This series is modern and sleek, easy to wear and sure to become some of your favorite pieces. More about the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/46225674/sterling-silver-and-copper-earrings">earrings</a>, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/46224185/sterling-silver-and-copper-pendant">pendant</a> and <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/46226579/sterling-silver-and-copper-ring-mounds">ring</a> can be found by visiting the <a href="http://asecondtime.ca/">shop</a>. Enjoy!A Second Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295131550659456913noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6743746856187245408.post-12220146449594276052010-04-13T15:30:00.004-06:002010-04-13T15:36:26.814-06:00Lady in the Moon Steampunk Necklace<img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5459738044830534018" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/S8Ti0yjPSYI/AAAAAAAAAGA/s9jd8BGGv3Y/s200/IMG_0443.JPG" border="0" /><br />Doesn't she look content lounging in the moon? Dreaming about time travel...inspired by Steampunk and Neo Victorian eras.<br /><br />The <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=44720485">Lady in the Moon</a> necklace is hand assembled using a vintage repurposed watch dial, vintage repurposed watch gears and wheels and accented with clear CRYSTALLIZED™ - Swarovski Elements. An antiqued gold tone lady in the moon charm adds grace and mystery to this piece. This Steampunk Neo Victorian style necklace measures approximately 1 1/4" x 1" (3.2cm x 2.5cm). Included with this pendant is a black leather neck cord that measures approximately 18” (46cm) in length and adjusts to approximately 20” (51cm). Each vintage watch gear and the vintage dial has been gently cleaned, but not to the point of removing all the patina that has developed over time.<br /><br />More details can be found by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=44720485">clicking here</a>.A Second Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295131550659456913noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6743746856187245408.post-19175577913425506942010-04-09T11:47:00.003-06:002010-04-09T11:58:46.404-06:00Lady Victoria Cameo BroochesThe <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Steampunk</span> and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Neo</span> Victorian Brooch section in my <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/asecondtime">shop</a> has been rather neglected recently, but I fixed that today and added these two new pieces for you.<img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5458196733837890530" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 192px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/S79pArqa0-I/AAAAAAAAAF4/_C0bE112GdE/s200/IMG_0425.JPG" border="0" />Lady Victoria cameo brooch in an oval antiqued gold tone setting with a Gothic style cross charmingly dropping from the bottom. You can see more about this piece by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=44443985">clicking here.</a><br /><div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/S79o1n9-_VI/AAAAAAAAAFw/lSHpF-caPGo/s1600/IMG_0419.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5458196543867649362" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/S79o1n9-_VI/AAAAAAAAAFw/lSHpF-caPGo/s200/IMG_0419.JPG" border="0" /></a> Lady Victoria is also available in an antiqued silver tone setting. This piece can be viewed by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=44445000">clicking here</a>. I hope you'll enjoy these pieces as much as I enjoy making them!<br /><br /><div></div></div>A Second Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295131550659456913noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6743746856187245408.post-64063295084369805892010-04-08T23:59:00.004-06:002010-04-09T00:07:32.198-06:00Water Lily Pendant<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/S77CX6MX4tI/AAAAAAAAAFo/loiYArRIiNA/s1600/IMG_0389.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5458013514433553106" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/S77CX6MX4tI/AAAAAAAAAFo/loiYArRIiNA/s200/IMG_0389.JPG" border="0" /></a> I just made and listed this <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=44421079">Water Lily</a> pendant in the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/asecondtime">shop</a>. The pendant is made from reclaimed sterling silver and a vintage cast water lily. The water lily was once part of a pair of earrings, its mate is missing. The piece was too beautiful to toss in the scrap bin so I rescued it and gave it new life as this pendant. It is securely soldered to the handmade disc and will now be able to be enjoyed for many more years. You can read more about it by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=44421079">clicking here.</a>A Second Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295131550659456913noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6743746856187245408.post-3234102283244985082010-04-07T07:32:00.002-06:002010-04-20T10:40:06.717-06:00Salvaged and Repurposed into Something Wonderful to Wear<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/S7yMGn7iurI/AAAAAAAAAFg/84KnCzWrSIw/s1600/IMG_0308.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5457390893892025010" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/S7yMGn7iurI/AAAAAAAAAFg/84KnCzWrSIw/s200/IMG_0308.JPG" border="0" /></a>Unisex copper alloy adjustable bracelet, handmade by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/asecondtime">asecondtime on Etsy</a> from salvaged parts from a 1906 pump organ. Repurposed into something useful and wonderful to wear, these former pump organ parts are rigid and can be gently squeezed on your wrist for a more custom fit. You can view more about this piece by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/45159606/copper-alloy-adjustable-bracelet---unise">clicking here</a>.A Second Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295131550659456913noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6743746856187245408.post-66104602850898234922009-07-31T00:05:00.000-06:002009-07-31T00:05:00.711-06:00Hope<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/Sm4MyAS-lsI/AAAAAAAAAFY/hhjJqqkzkNY/s1600-h/IMG_7057.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363238259457431234" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/Sm4MyAS-lsI/AAAAAAAAAFY/hhjJqqkzkNY/s200/IMG_7057.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div></div><br /><p>These days, many of us need to be reminded to keep hope. Here's a ring you can wear, easily visable as a reminder to you...HOPE. More details on this piece can be found by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=28399924">clicking here.</a></p><p>The Hope ring is available in most finger sizes and can also be made with other words hand stamped on it. </p>A Second Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295131550659456913noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6743746856187245408.post-57411107269017979042009-07-30T00:05:00.000-06:002009-07-30T00:05:00.537-06:00An Apple A Day...<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/Sm4K07qQbMI/AAAAAAAAAFQ/aQpHRgX8l0Y/s1600-h/IMG_6988.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363236110729243842" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/Sm4K07qQbMI/AAAAAAAAAFQ/aQpHRgX8l0Y/s200/IMG_6988.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div>An apple a day...how about one to wear everyday? This steampunk inspired vintage watch dial pendant features apple green Swarovski crystals and a coordinating organza ribbon neck cord. All of the watch parts I use are repurposed, saved from the growing landfills. You can see more about this piece by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=28267258">clicking here.</a></div>A Second Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295131550659456913noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6743746856187245408.post-16443172459309970842009-07-29T00:05:00.001-06:002009-07-29T00:05:00.537-06:00Super Wide Recycled Silver Ring<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/Sm4Ikcv4UJI/AAAAAAAAAFI/GVsYwK0mN3c/s1600-h/IMG_7099.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363233628530167954" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/Sm4Ikcv4UJI/AAAAAAAAAFI/GVsYwK0mN3c/s200/IMG_7099.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div></div><br />Super wide recycled silver ring with a hammered finish gives this a natural, organic feel and look. This ring can be made to order in most finger sizes. And another thing about this ring...it's unisex! It is also available with a dark patina finish and other widths...just send me a message with the details you'd like and I'll get you a price. You can see more pictures of this piece by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=28402687">clicking here</a>.A Second Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295131550659456913noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6743746856187245408.post-24520962228225952802009-07-28T00:05:00.000-06:002009-07-28T00:05:00.540-06:00Blue Bird<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/Sm4EJgldGxI/AAAAAAAAAFA/LBl3-QnXS-w/s1600-h/IMG_6863.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363228767657204498" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/Sm4EJgldGxI/AAAAAAAAAFA/LBl3-QnXS-w/s200/IMG_6863.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Steampunk inspired, repurposed vintage watch bezel accented with a genuine lapis lazuli bead in vivid blue. This pendant hangs from a cable link chain connected to a delicate bird charm. You can see more pictures of this piece by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=27846703">clicking here.</a></div>A Second Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295131550659456913noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6743746856187245408.post-30081958559908372432009-07-27T12:58:00.005-06:002009-07-27T13:13:22.206-06:00New Section in A Second Time's Etsy Shop<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/Sm3659PRssI/AAAAAAAAAE4/aFoO4h_lXUo/s1600-h/IMG_7036.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363218604866253506" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/Sm3659PRssI/AAAAAAAAAE4/aFoO4h_lXUo/s200/IMG_7036.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div align="justify">First, oh my! I knew it had been a while since I posted...but I had no idea that it had been this long!<br /></div><div align="justify"> </div><div align="justify">On to the news...a new section had been added to the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6608212">shop</a>...hand forged <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6608212&section_id=6297422">silver</a> jewellery! Here you will see our offerings of rings, earrings, pendants and bracelets...all made by hand with recycled silver. Some of the pieces can be done in additional quanties at your request...maybe you have a wedding coming up and need matching gifts for your attendants...or maybe you'd like you and your best friend to have matching items...we can do it! Of course, with handmade items, you should expect that there will be slight differences from piece to piece...not like mass produced items where everything is cookie cutter perfect.</div><div align="justify"> </div><div align="justify"> </div><div align="justify">Above is a picture of one of the new silver rings...all hand made with a free form silver nugget balanced on the band. Truely one of a kind as no two nuggets will ever be the same! This one is somewhat heart shaped. You can read more about it by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=28389838">clicking here.</a> </div><div align="justify"> </div><div align="justify"> </div><div align="justify">Hope you enjoy the new pieces as much as we enjoy making them!</div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div>A Second Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295131550659456913noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6743746856187245408.post-12293189043889439342009-06-24T14:59:00.007-06:002009-06-24T15:15:35.334-06:00Wrapture!<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/SkKXBqjNUjI/AAAAAAAAAEw/kupy8g3J2Fc/s1600-h/IMG_6527.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5351005362127196722" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/SkKXBqjNUjI/AAAAAAAAAEw/kupy8g3J2Fc/s200/IMG_6527.JPG" border="0" /></a> A new addition to my <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6608212">Etsy Shop</a> is <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=26906645">Wrapture</a>. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=26906645">Wrapture</a> is hand assembled with a vintage 15 jewel Swiss made watch movement wrapped in antiqued silver toned filigree and accented with a Swarovski crystal to compliment the original ruby red watch jewels. The pendant hangs from a cable link chain measuring approximately 20" in length. Antiqued silver toned stations are added to the chain. Another feature of Wrapture is that it is reversable...that's right...you can wear this as a gorgeous Neo Victorian look filigree drop or as an edgier Steampunk look.A Second Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295131550659456913noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6743746856187245408.post-35476217591136541152009-06-21T20:20:00.003-06:002009-06-22T07:13:29.883-06:00Timothy Adam Designs<a href="http://timothyadamdesigns.blogspot.com/2009/06/etsy-top-10-monday-62209.html">Timothy Adam Designs</a><br /><br />My <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=20704436">Cruiser</a> has been featured by Timothy Adam on his Etsy Weekly Top 10! <br /><br />It's easy for you to be considered, too, and get some extra traffic for your shop! Here's how you do it:<br /><br />1. Go to <a href="http://timothyadamdesigns.blogspot.com/2009/06/etsy-top-10-monday-62209.html">Timothy Adam's blog</a> and post a comment on last weeks (posted every Sunday) Top 10 list stating which product from the week before was your favourite.<br />2. Go to the <a href="http://www.etsy.com/forums_thread.php?thread_id=6194347&page=1">weekly thread</a> and post a link to your shop.<br /><br />That's it...you're done!<br /><br />Hope you like my <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=20704436">Cruiser</a> :)A Second Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295131550659456913noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6743746856187245408.post-29482362807298284862009-06-05T12:25:00.003-06:002009-06-05T12:33:37.355-06:00Etsy Front Page Feature!<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/SiljXkglhBI/AAAAAAAAAEI/Geobv7_xYdM/s1600-h/Front+Page+June+5+2009.bmp"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 147px; height: 200px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/SiljXkglhBI/AAAAAAAAAEI/Geobv7_xYdM/s200/Front+Page+June+5+2009.bmp" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5343911689440298002" /></a><br /><br />A BIG THANK YOU to Jill from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=7236590">PuzzleBoBuzzles</a> for curating an awesome treasury that included my Steam Peddler necklace with the rest of the talent that was picked by Etsy staff and featured on the Front Page! Please stop by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=7236590">Jill's shop</a> and have a look around at her super cool puzzles - even color your own choices!A Second Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295131550659456913noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6743746856187245408.post-75819765001660262822009-05-29T06:21:00.003-06:002009-05-29T06:27:45.353-06:00It's Official!<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/Sh_TbvyYkzI/AAAAAAAAAEA/rBDhrNjZmYk/s1600-h/Apple+Blossom.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5341220156722418482" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/Sh_TbvyYkzI/AAAAAAAAAEA/rBDhrNjZmYk/s200/Apple+Blossom.jpg" border="0" /></a> That's right, it's official, Spring has sprung! This is a picture of a blossom on my crab apple tree. It's loaded with not only blossoms, but, bees! Dozens of them, busy working! The tree hums from their activity. Interesting to watch them go about their business. Such focus!A Second Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295131550659456913noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6743746856187245408.post-76252780673226989602009-05-23T10:07:00.003-06:002009-05-23T10:59:57.331-06:00Simply Steam Necklace<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/Shgfde5iiPI/AAAAAAAAAD4/moVp4GvHqS4/s1600-h/IMG_6041.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5339051949618792690" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 199px" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_PgYU-mYMKEs/Shgfde5iiPI/AAAAAAAAAD4/moVp4GvHqS4/s200/IMG_6041.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div></div><br />A classic look in Steampunk Jewellery, this Simply Steam Necklace blends a vintage watch gear, Swarovski crystal and genuine black onyx. Also included is a silver tone chain so this piece is ready to wear as soon as it arrives in your mailbox. Learn more about it by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=25443114">clicking here</a>. Visit my <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6608212">Etsy</a> store for more great pieces!A Second Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08295131550659456913noreply@blogger.com0