True Word Of Mouth Collaboration

Linda saw my  "Shot Through the Heart"  necklace on a customer in a pet store where she works. 

She contacted me via Facebook for a collaboration and I was delighted to help her create her new favorite necklace!

I linked her to my "Parts and Labor" blog post 

and she asked for a hot pink and white heart with a double gold chain.

I did what I do and cut out some hearts with her in mind.  Yesterday, I sent her this picture text.

She chose the top left furry white heart and the hot pink without the stitching.

I put the pieces together and met her this afternoon to deliver.

She was stoked, as am I, so I made this other new one

- just cause I felt inspired by it -

LEOPARD!!!!!!

Order now!  Supplies are limited on this amazing pattern!

Here are some other new textures and colors of leather.

I have many different kinds of leather, so if you want something in particular, just ask!

See the brown turtle pattern in the leather underneath?  So unique if you are looking for a brown!

Here are some examples of sterling silver chain.

Imagine the necklace below, with a leopard back??!!

HOTNESSSS!!!!

Just needed to paint that mental image for you ;)

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Hope to hear from you soon!

Email me at:

amanda.steinhaus@gmail.com

 to begin your own custom heart collaboration today!!!

Parts and Labor

ALL hearts are all reversible. 

They are two pieces of leather bonded together. 

That means, YOU decide which colors and I make it just for YOU! 

I have these and MANY more! If you want something specific, just say so! 

Arrows are available in both SILVER AND GOLD and so is chain!

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Each necklace costs $25 if I make it with any of the chain in the following pictures.

Chain is cut 16" unless otherwise specified.

I can double up the chain for $10 extra. 

Here are some that I have available for Valentine's Day.

Necklaces made with sterling silver chain are also 16" in length and are available for $50 each.

Here are the varieties I have on hand.

I also make earrings to match for an additional $20.

If interested, please email me at:

amanda.steinhaus@gmail.com

I will ship anywhere in the U.S. for only $2.50 extra :)

I look forward to hearing from you!

xOx,

Ms. Panda

View current inventory on my Facebook jewelry page.

Ch. 1: The "Shot Through The Heart" Necklace

Pictured above is a unique collaboration with my fashionista friend, and past roommate-

Lindsay Layne Fjelstad.

Lindsay and I got down one day in our two bedroom apartment in Dana Point
and made this amazing variation of my classic, "Shot Through The Heart" necklace.

Our creation came together so quick and effortlessly, as Lindsay provided the chain
and I had the heart and arrow ready to be attached!

This piece is the definition of ONE-OF-A-KIND and
opened my eyes to a whole new realm of possibilities
for my "Shot Through The Heart" necklace design.

Lindsay's over-sized black chain is made from hollow plastic,
therefore it is extremely lightweight.

Its size and double layer effect make this piece a genuine stand out!  

Plus, the fact that it came from her own jewelry stash
makes the necklace more sentimental to her when she wears it.

I love digging in other's jewelry collections,
or hunting at gem shows and thrift stores for the perfect chain for my design!

I previously played it safe with simple silver chain, but not any more...

The gold clasp that came with Lindsay's black plastic chain 

has also inspired me to order some gold dipped arrows, too!

Who knew gold was in such high demand these days?  

Either way, it's all about making finery for the finest,
and to each their own I say.

Here are a few other variations of my "Shot Through The Heart" necklace design
that I've made over the years for friends, family and acquaintances.

Each piece sold through direct interactions and a word-of-mouth-grassroots approach.

Many times I have sold them off my neck while bartending, which felt goooood. :)

Each heart is reversible,

meaning you can have TWO different colors,

essentially two necklaces in ONE!

That's TWO pieces of leather back-to-back,

with the arrow "shooting through the heart" as the closure

either way you wear it!

My personal favorite combos are black and white,

or red and purple.

And the more natural texture the leather has - the better!

The sky is the limit with this design!

With all of the different colors and textures of leather,

infinite options for chain and unlimited arrows available,

I can do literally anything with it.

                             

With the holidays just around the corner, 

I found it appropriate to share this picture of me 

making "Shot Through The Heart" necklaces.

I love being creative and making wearable art - if you can't tell ;)

Please email me at amanda.steinhaus@gmail.com for more info!

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And finally...this story wouldn't be complete without a little Bon Jovi ;)