Marie Cristine Jewelry

Twig and Amethyst Cuff Bracelet

2011-02-18T20:19:00.001-08:00

Sapphire and Sterling Silver Earrings

2011-02-18T20:18:00.000-08:00

Sterling Silver Tree Ring

2011-02-12T13:52:00.000-08:00

Rough Citrine Crystals and Sterling RIng

2011-02-12T13:48:00.002-08:00

Leaves!

2010-01-08T13:27:00.004-08:00

More leaf jewelry! A pair of sterling silver earrings and an adjustable sterling ring. I have them list on my website and on Etsy.

2009-10-24T20:29:00.003-07:00

Find me this holiday season at these locations!

-New items will be on display at the Campbell River Art Gallery early November
-10th annual Christmas tour November 20th 21st and 22nd at 2794 Bradford Dr. Campbell River
-Campbell River Toy and Craft show November 28th and 29th at the Campbell River Sportsplex
-Last Chance Christmas Market the Florence Filberg park in Comox December 5th and 6th.
-Maritime Heritage Center Christmas market December 13th and 20th

I apologize to those of you who have been trying to contact me or are waiting to see new jewelry from me. Life has been a little crazy... you know how it gets sometimes.. anyway I hope to post some new items soon, and you can email me at cristineknuff[@!]hotmail.com.

My computer died!

2009-06-05T16:31:00.003-07:00

It's been a long four weeks or so but I am in the process of setting up my new computer now. I'm so sorry if you have tried to contact me during this time. I hope to have my email set up soon!

2009-04-23T12:07:00.005-07:00

The wonderful members of Starving Jewelry Artist(which I am a member of) are having a Mothers Day sale this weekend offering free shipping WORLDWIDE on all purchases! The sale starts Friday April 24 at 4:00pm Eastern until midnight Sunday April 26th. For a list of shops participating the sale, check out the SATeam Blog or visit Starving Artists Etsy Team SATeam on Etsy

Just a Peek!

Buy your mother something handmade for Mother’s Day!

A Shout-out to a Friend!

2009-04-20T11:10:00.004-07:00

If you enjoy vintage, elegance, flowers and crape back satin or if you are going to or having a wedding or prom, or maybe you just really like cute bags check out my friends new Etsy shop. Erica Cavanagh
She even uses sterling silver buttons on some of her bags! I wonder where she got those... lol

Erica Cavanagh

Playing With Stamps

2009-04-19T11:38:00.005-07:00

I received Chinese character stamps that I ordered from my friend Jeanette at Fundametals

I am having fun playing around and experimenting. I don’t have a lot of stamping experience so this is new and interesting for me!

Leaves!

2009-04-06T11:20:00.005-07:00

Maybe it's because I so desperately want spring to come, I don't know, but I have been working on leaf themed jewelry! Here are a few examples.

Butterfly Charms

2009-03-25T20:10:00.002-07:00

Here are a few charms I made from sterling silver sheet. I think they turned out pretty good so I am going to work on a few more styles! I have these little cuties listed in my Etsy shop. http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=14125

Buttons!

2009-03-10T20:42:00.008-07:00

After talking to a friend that sews I had the idea to make some buttons! She was talking about making bags with button claps so I told her I would try! Here are a few.

16mm hammered

Bezel set rose quartz

1" reticulated and fused sterling

1" textured sterling

Sterling flower

1" textured and oxidized copper

Custom Ordered Necklace

2009-02-05T13:30:00.002-08:00

A recent commission now on it’s way to it’s new home!

Cute earrings

2009-02-05T13:23:00.004-08:00

Rhodochrosite (pink) and chrysoprase (green) about 1.5 inches long.

Blue opal and sterling earrings about 2 inches long.

Sometimes Things Don't Go As Planned

2009-01-03T11:24:00.006-08:00

I was experimenting with two different earring ideas. The hoop things are nice but not very secure, I need to find a better way to hold the ear wire in place. The little straight ones turned out ok too except right at the end I broke a brio. I heard it go crack and now it's loose in the setting and will probably fall out soon. The pendant didn't cooperate either. Where the faceted topaz, aquamarine (or what ever it is) is there was supposed to be a beautiful little 4mm turquoise cab. I spent a couple hours working on setting it but it just wasn't happening... Very frustrating! So three projects that took their toll on my nerves! lol

Silver and Gemstones

2008-11-27T18:52:00.017-08:00

Hand dyed silk ribbons with sterling silver, gemstones and pearls.

Fused sterling silver, apatite and freshwater pearls
Silver, amethyst and pearl.
Selection of fused silver pendants with gemstones and pearls.

Very large labradorite and sterling silver pendant.
Assorted sterling silver and gemstone earrings.

What you've done with my tutorials!

2008-08-26T08:52:00.016-07:00

Sometimes people will share with me the jewelry they have created using one of my tutorials. This is a message I received a couple days ago from a seller on Etsy!

Marie,
I finished my first pair. Thought you might like to see, they aren't up to your expertise but I'll keep making them until I get good! Thank you again, the tutorial is a breeze to follow. Now, practice, practice...
kk

I think she did a terrific job! Have a look at Kathleen's etsy shop!

Earrings and Bracelets

2008-08-26T08:52:00.012-07:00

Sterling with amethyst and moonstone.

Fused Sterling with handmade chain and rough emeralds.

Wide fused sterling cuff with 14k gold accents.

Fused and Reticulated His and Hers Jewerly

2008-07-28T12:08:00.006-07:00

Bracelets

2008-05-03T14:38:00.006-07:00

Sterling wave cuff bracelet.

Handmade sterling chain with beautiful kyanite and keshi pearls.

Not Your Typical Mens Weding Band

2008-04-08T19:40:00.007-07:00

This was a commissioned piece. The couple really liked the look of a ring I had in stock, but needed a different size and wanted something a bit bigger and beefier. This ring is about 5/8ths or 1 cm wide and is made entirely of fused sterling silver.

I Won A Design Challenge

2008-03-07T15:54:00.009-08:00

This is a piece I did for a forum challange. We had to select a colour pallet from http://www.colourlovers.com/blog/2007/06/01/colorful-beauty-in-nature-butterflies/ . I had a piece of this lovely azurite malichite stone that I cut to size and polished. I though it was a perfect fit with the Mr. Geen Butterfly colour pallet. I have never spent so much time planning and working on a piece before. This definitely was a challenge for me and I am happy to say I won 1st Place in the Butterfly Theme Category and 1st Place in the Creativity of Overall Design Category as well as being the over all Grand Prize Winner!

Check out Starving Artists Color Challange 2008 for more info and to see all the other beautiful submissions!

Do you want to vote?

2008-02-21T14:20:00.001-08:00

I am a part of a fun forum challenge, we had to chose a colour pallet from http://http://www.colourlovers.com/blog/2007/06/01/colorful-beauty-in-nature-butterflies/ and create a piece of jewelry with or without a butter fly theme.

This is the post that shows the rules we had to follow. http://http://www.starvingjewelryartists.com/index.php?showtopic=5051

And pinned at the top of this forum are the categories people can vote on. http://http://www.starvingjewelryartists.com/index.php?showforum=58

Guests are allowed to vote!

Earrings and a Brooch

2008-01-25T17:25:00.001-08:00

Just a quick post to show you a few different items I’ve been working on!

Price Changes

2008-01-12T10:39:00.001-08:00

So far I have been the only seller of my jewelry but that is going to change, so within the next few days to the next few weeks some of my prices will be going up to reflect retail pricing. If there is something you are interested in purchasing do it soon, or at least email me to ask if the item you are interested in is one of the items that will be price adjusted.
Thank you all for your support and understanding!

I Was Editors Pick!

2008-01-12T10:39:00.000-08:00

Thank you!
Self Representing Artist Jewelry Awards

New Earring and Ear Wire Tutorials

2008-01-03T19:59:00.000-08:00

I've written two tutorials for Art Jewelry Magazine now, but I decided to try doing a few basic tutorials to sell from my website. Have a look, and check back soon to see what I’ll list next!
New Tutorials

An Email I Received Last Night

2007-12-30T16:15:00.000-08:00

Emails like this really make me feel good! (Don’t worry, I asked permission to post it publicly).

Boy the holidays have been busy...
I just wanted to let you know that I got the necklace and earrings in
time and my wife absolutely loved them and loves your work! She said
it was the best surprise I have ever given her. I will send you a
picture with it on her when I get a chance. Thank you so much for your
beautiful work. We will always keep you in mind and recommend you to
friends. Thank you!!!

Stephen

It was this necklace and a matching pair of earrings he bought.

Some Great Stuff!

2007-12-29T17:04:00.000-08:00

Over the holidays I had a few people submit some items for my directory sites Handmade boutique and Indie Crafters so I would like to point out a few of my faves!

Not only are the hats great, but the model and photography are perfect to compliment them! One day I’ll get some professional pictures of my jewelry. Noxenlux Chapeaux

If there is a little baby in you life you need to buy one of these layette sets! And if not check out these scarves.
Gopi Designs

I love this porcelain!
Yoga Goat Pottery

Organic Styled Vine Bangle

2007-12-08T11:45:00.001-08:00

2007-12-08T11:45:00.000-08:00

I could see the White Witch from Narinia wearing this bracelet!

Indie Delights

2007-12-07T10:21:00.002-08:00

I was picked for the days feature!
Thank you Megan!

Seedbead Embroidery

2007-12-02T22:20:00.000-08:00

For some time now I have been lusting over seedbead work. In particular Sherri Serafini, I love her cuff bracelets, and the skull and crossbones handbag is incredible, well, they're all incredible!

Free Spirit Collection is another site I just found the other day, this artist also does mind bloggling embroidery work. Beautiful!

Another amazing artists is Dianna, know as The Lone Beader, she makes multi-dimensional bead "paintings" It's hard to explain so just look through some of her sites!

Do you know of any other seedbeaders I might like? Post in the comments.

Website Maintenance

2007-11-19T23:16:00.000-08:00

Tonight all of my sites will be down for a short time due to a software update. They should be back up soon! Sorry for the inconvenience.

My new Websites!

2007-11-18T17:46:00.000-08:00

On a whim I decided to create two new websites. I thought it would be great to have websites dedicated solely to promoting quality handmade items and indie businesses. Now I’m sure you’re thinking that there is a ton of these sites out there already, and yes, there is, but now there are two more! And these ones are mine! hehehe I think they turned out good, and I look forward to seeing them grow and evolve.
If you would like to be considered for one of the sites or would like to recommend someone just contact me through the email address on the contact page of the site.
Thanks!
Cristine

Indie Crafters
Handmade Boutique

A few Goodies I've Made Lately

2007-11-17T14:03:00.000-08:00

Bracelets and more Bracelets!

2007-10-21T17:14:00.001-07:00

I've really been on a cuff kick lately! Here are a few of my latest.

Want To Win a $500 Shopping Spree?

2007-09-28T20:46:00.000-07:00

I am a member of Trunk and Trunkt is giving away $500.00 worth if handmade lovelies!
All you have to do is register and make a wishlist! It’s free! A wishlist is exactly what it sounds like, it’s your list of products that you like from the Trunkt site. Of course I would be thrilled if you included my products in your list. ;)
Trunkt Giveaway
My Trunkt Portfolio

New Cabs!

2007-09-14T17:10:00.000-07:00

Ok, I like kindergarten! I was able to go to the workshop today while the kids were at school!
This is a local rhodonite and jade!

2007-09-13T19:28:00.000-07:00

It’s happened. My babies have grown up, they had their first full day of kindergarten today!

Scrap Metal and Emeralds Cuff Bracelet

2007-08-11T19:58:00.000-07:00

I know I haven’t been posting much, but I have been busy! Time just seems to zip by these days! Anyway, here is my new favorite bracelet. It’s a sterling silver cuff bracelet with 5 little emeralds. Here’s the blurb from my website.

It looks like it came out of the scrap pile, it looks industrial, heavy metal, or medieval, however you see it, you can tell it’s a unique one of a kind piece. Five genuine emeralds are set in this cuff, like they were caught in the flow of the molten metal. This cuff bracelet will fit an average sized wrist comfortably. I think it looks particularly nice right at the base of the hand just above the wrist bone. This bracelet is between 1/2 inch to 3/4 of an inch (1.5 – 2cm) wide

On A Personal Note

2007-07-22T22:39:00.000-07:00

My daughter and I a few weeks ago.

My kids are almost 5! I just can't believe it has already been five years. So many people told me to enjoy them because they grow up so fast, those people were right!

Egyptian Coil and Pearls

2007-07-15T20:04:00.001-07:00

This was a custom order necklace that I made to match a bracelet the client previously bought. There is about 35 feet of sterling silver wire hand coiled into these egyptian links and the pearls add a lovely feminine touch.

Jade Pendant on Leather

2007-06-28T10:28:00.001-07:00

I have been having fun playing with bits of melted wire! I have a few more idea's I'm going to work on when I can find the time. So much to do... so little time....

My Website Is Up!

2007-05-31T17:49:00.000-07:00

It has taken a long time, but it is finally up and running. There is still quite a list of things I need to do, but chances are once I take something off the top of the list something else will be added to the bottom. I think a website is an entity all it's own that requires constant attention! If you have any ideas or suggestions for my site just drop me an email.
Also, this site is running on a new framework that my DH built; in the future (we're beta testing now) we will be offering sites with hosting. If you might be interested in something like that shoot me an email cristine@mariecristine.com

MarieCristine.com

Relic

2007-05-30T19:25:00.000-07:00

Thank you Bead Faery for the name suggestion!
In between planning my wedding, working on my website, having company, and the rest of life’s interruptions I managed to get this necklace made. It's quite different from anything I've done before, but I like how it turned out.
I cut and polished the stone, (agate I think) made the weird wire links and details on the bezel, then set the stone and made the chain! I used 14, 16 and 18 gauge sterling silver wire on this piece.

Egyptian Coil Tutorial

2007-05-26T15:54:00.000-07:00

For those of you who enjoyed my egyptian coil tutorial you can now see a more detailed version in the July issue of Art Jewelry magazine. It is available online if you register and log into their site, or you can buy the magazine. :)

2007-05-17T23:25:00.003-07:00

Hand form sterling silver scallop links. This necklace is adjustable from 15 1/2 - 17 inches.

Amethyst Earrings

2007-05-17T23:25:00.001-07:00

Faceted amethyst briolettes carefully wrapped with sterling silver.

Wedding Jewelry

2007-05-17T23:25:00.000-07:00

Sterling silver and juicy red rubies! Hard to go wrong...
The earrings are about 3 1/2 inches long, the necklace is 20 inches long plus the 2 1/2 inch focal.

I am getting married in June, and I think I am going to weear this set!

Sterling Silver Coiled Earrings

2007-05-04T08:16:00.000-07:00

I've managed to get a couple photos (not the best) of earrings that I've made while away from home.
These are oxidized sterling silver, they are about 2 1/2 inches long.

Sapphires and Silver Earrings

2007-05-04T08:09:00.000-07:00

I made these earrings using multicolored faceted sapphire rondelles, smoky quartz briolettes and sterling silver, They are just under four inches long.

Just a Quick Hello

2007-04-24T19:17:00.000-07:00

I have been away from home for over a month now but should be coming home in a week or two, I will have a bunch of new goodies to post for you!

2007-03-10T09:53:00.000-08:00

14 gauge sterling wire coiled, sawn, soldered, textured, 1/2 sawn open again, hooked together re-solder and polish! PITA but pretty lol

Big Pretty Hoop Earrings

2007-03-05T17:46:00.000-08:00

These earrings are made with sterling silver wire, little fresh water pearls and sapphire rondelles. They measure just under 2" from outside edge to outside edge.

Sterling Silver and Amethyst set

2007-03-05T17:43:00.000-08:00

A substantial set, each ring is about a 1/2" wide.

Reticulated Silver Links Bracelet

2007-02-28T19:57:00.000-08:00

This is sterling silver and amethyst, all done by hand.

Vancouver Island Red Jasper

2007-02-28T19:55:00.000-08:00

I cut these cabs last night. This is a red jasper that came from two hours north of me.

Hearts!

2007-02-25T22:28:00.000-08:00

A couple pairs of heart earrings, amethyst and garnet, they've been oxidized.

Make a Statement!

2007-02-24T12:17:00.000-08:00

These earrings are quite large measuring 1 1/2" at the widest point and 2 1/2" long from the top of the ear wire. The bottom half of the triangle has a lightly hammered texture while the top half has a smooth high polish shine. The chain links are hand made and the stones are black spinel, labradorite and moonstone brios.

Wonderstone Cab

2007-02-24T12:15:00.000-08:00

A friend brought me a piece of wonder stone from Arizona. Here is a piece of it! This cab is about 1 3/4" long and 1" wide at the widest point.

Cute little Earrings

2007-02-24T12:13:00.000-08:00

Multi-Stone Necklace

2007-02-19T20:27:00.000-08:00

Spinel and Moonstone earrings and necklace

2007-02-18T17:24:00.000-08:00

The earrings and pendant are about 3" long and 3/4" wide.

Sterling Silver and Leather Necklace

2007-02-17T09:34:00.000-08:00

The silver has been textured and oxidized to give this piece and old world/industrial feel.

Sterling Silver and Carnelian Earrings

2007-02-14T18:42:00.000-08:00

These earrings are just under 3 inches from the top of the earwire.

Silver and Sapphire Ringlets

2007-02-11T17:43:00.000-08:00

More curves and gemstones! Sterling silver and faceted African sapphire rondelles. These are about 2 1/2" long from the top of the earwire.

Agate Cabochons

2007-02-04T21:40:00.000-08:00

Here are a few more stone I cut and polished, I'm not sure what I'm going to do with them yet.

Sterling Silver Celtic Cuff Bracelet

2007-01-30T09:13:00.000-08:00

This was a great project to practice precise soldering. I used two different gauges of wire and it took three stages of soldering. The circles are lightly hammered, and the whole thing was oxidized.

My First Cabochon

2007-01-23T21:29:00.000-08:00

This stone is a local jasper, and it's my first attempt at cutting and polishing stone. I think I did pretty good if I do say so myself! (I would have polished a bit more, but it was getting late) It's a large shield shape, about 1 1/2 inches from curve to point. I can't wait to do more!

African Sapphire and Sterling Silver Earrings

2007-01-11T09:33:00.000-08:00

Two different styles with the same materials, sterling silver and African sapphires. Both pairs are about 2" long from the top of the earwire.
The sterling "wave" type earrings were hard to photograph, the silver really catches the light as they move.

Multi-Stone Eni Oken inspired bracelet

2007-01-07T21:30:00.000-08:00

A lot of different stones, including amethyst, aquamarine, carnelian, peridot, garnet, kyanite, iolite and labradorite. There are even a few creamy fresh water pearls here and there. It's all ut together with many feet of sterling silver wire.

Silver and Copper Earrings

2007-01-05T14:14:00.000-08:00

I'm going through a phase of making silver and copper organic feeling earrings, with a bit of a modern/contemporary flair, a lot of oxidized and brushed finishes as well as circles and curvy flowing shapes, I hope you like them!

Five Pairs of Earrings

2007-01-01T11:57:00.000-08:00

silver circle studs, coin pearls aquamarine and amethyst, silver and chyrophase, silver wire wrapped teardrop hoops and silver with coin pearls.

Silver Earrings

2006-12-06T19:07:00.000-08:00

Sterling Silver Circle Set

2006-11-24T09:28:00.000-08:00

I used 16 gauge wire to make the larger rings, (about ½” outside edge to outside edge) soldered and hammered and 20 gauge for the chain, I’m quite pleased with how it turned out.

A collection of goodies!

2006-11-22T18:23:00.000-08:00

I have been really busy getting ready for the Christmas season, and so far things are going great! Unfortunately it's leaving little time for me to practice my photography skills! But here are a few ok pictures of some of the things I've done lately. Don't forget, you can click on the picture for a closeup!

Fossilized sponge coral and red jasper.

Aquamarine nuggets and faceted jasper.

Chainmaille and labradorite.

Before being oxidized.

After oxidization.

Sodalite necklace, ring and some earrings

2006-11-14T12:16:00.000-08:00

More Eni Oken style jewlery! Thanks Eni!

2006-11-09T11:52:00.000-08:00

Glass beads, carnelian and sterling silver make up this multi-strand bracelet.

2006-11-09T10:50:00.000-08:00

I selection of faceted stones wire wrapped into this lovely cluster pendant on a delicate sterling silver chain.

Little Princess Jewelry

2006-11-09T10:49:00.000-08:00

Pearls and crystals for your special princess!

2006-11-09T10:48:00.000-08:00

Egyptian coil and pearl bracelet

2006-11-09T10:27:00.000-08:00

Sterling silver and shimmering coil pearls are lovely together!

2006-11-02T16:39:00.000-08:00

Here is the same ring from my earlier post but I have given it a patina to look a bit aged.
I might oxidize the blue set, but I'm not sure yet. :)

2006-10-31T13:36:00.000-08:00

I have been so busy these last few weeks! Here are a few things I've managed to get done. Sorry, no discriptions right now, I gotta run! :)

Byzantine and Pearls

2006-10-19T22:14:00.000-07:00

Freshwater coin pearls go along with this sterling silver chainmaille weave to complete a pretty bracelet and earrings set.

A post for Becky!

2006-10-19T17:14:00.000-07:00

Here are all the earrings I have in stock, (Click on the picture for closeup) if you see something you might like let me know and I can take a better picture, tell you the size, price or what-have-you, I just didn't have time to take nice pictures of each pair. :)

New Rings!

2006-10-17T11:17:00.000-07:00

I made these last night at my silversmith class! It was so much fun, I just loved being in the shop with all the tools and proper torch, and can't wait to go back!

More Chainmaille

2006-10-11T17:34:00.000-07:00

Here are the tools of the trade! Wire, something to wind it around (in this case a crochet hook) a jewelerys saw and bee's wax for the blade, and a pair of pliers. Once you have that, you can make this!

Green Turquoise Set

2006-10-07T21:47:00.000-07:00

Green turquoise, black glass seed beads and sterling silver!

Earrings!

2006-10-07T21:37:00.000-07:00

Here are a few pairs of earrings I made in a past couple days. Sorry the pictures are not very good but it's dark outside and I'm off to market in the morning, so I wanted to get a couple pictures just incase they sell tomorrow!

My second Chainmaille attempt

2006-10-05T17:17:00.000-07:00

This is copper and sterling silver 4 in 1 bracelet. I used a crochet hook as a mandrel then cut the coil with my jewelers saw, it took a while but I’m sure with practice I will get quicker!

Another Eni Style Bracelet

2006-10-03T18:38:00.000-07:00

A few things I made this week.

2006-10-02T22:10:00.000-07:00

Sterling silver, black tourmaline and a pretty geen stone that starts with a C but for the life of me I can't remember the name!

Sterling silver, amethyst, rose quartz, peridot and a few other goodies make up this pretty bracelet.

Oxidized sterling silver earrings.

Hammered and oxidized sterling silver hoop earrings.

Three strand garnet and sterling silver bracelet

Sterling silver and garnets.

Sterling silver wire wrapped tear drop earrings.

2006-09-28T17:30:00.000-07:00

My buddy made this for me, I traded earrings (for his girlfriend) plus a little cashola. It's such a beautiful knife so I wanted to share it with all of you on his behalf. I wish I remembered more of the process and details, he did explained it to me, but that was a few months ago now, so all that information is gone, I think it has fallen out my left ear.

He did everything including the snakskin handle and the leather work.

MVP Knives
mvpknives@yahoo.com
Calgary Alberta Canada

I wasn't quite done!

2006-09-20T19:39:00.000-07:00

I added one more coil at the bottom of the pendant!

Sterling Coils and Chain with Garnet

2006-09-20T13:50:00.000-07:00

Here is a pretty necklace I finished last night. I used Egyptian coil links and hand made chain to create this special piece.

Four Seasons Of Jewelry 06/07

2006-09-12T16:51:00.000-07:00

I have signed up to take part in FSOJ 2006/07 which starts on September 28th. Basically the idea is to create one piece each week for 13 weeks of the season, there is a theme but you do not have to follow it, it's mostly there to help provide inspiration. The first seasons theme is earth. Please check the site for more information and too see wonderful jewelry from many talented artists!

Four Season of Jewelry

Sterling Silver Egyptian Coil Necklace

2006-09-10T19:41:00.000-07:00

This necklace is made using an ancient technique which required approximately 40 feet of hand coiled sterling silver wire to achieve a total length that is adjustable between 15 ½” (40cm) and 17" (44 1/2cm.) It has been oxidized to create that wonderful aged patina, and it is so sensual and luxurious yet can be paired with anything from your favortie jeans to your little black dress.

-This piece measures a little over ½” (1 1/2cm) wide.