"Just as storytelling is not complete until shared with another, designing jewelry cannot be truly complete until the client and designer balance functionality and playfulness in a story of their own." -Ms. Panda

Thursday, April 18, 2013

Mother & Daughter Collaboration

What began as an evening enjoying the sunset and some wine...



Turned into a full-on design session with one Miss Holly Cooper and her sweet 11 year old daughter, Maiah.

The two ventured over to my tiny pad to pick out a gift for their family friend, Megan, who was sold on my bracelet design during her recent visit to San Diego.

But once those goodies were busted out of the closet, the fun ensued.

I can't deny how awesome it was to create jewelry again, and it is always fun to learn what people of all ages prefer to decorate themselves with.  :)

I really love these ladies and am happy to share our final result with you all.  

Enjoy!


On the left is Maiah's hand with a white front and black backed, single chained bracelet.

Around Holly's neck is a choker-style teal green front and silver textured back necklace with gunmetal arrow and heart-linked chain.

Here is the bracelet they picked out for their friend, Megan:


It departs San Diego via USPS tomorrow as part of a care package to the north.

So much love.

Another fine collaboration.

Shot. Through. The. Heart....

...Where every piece tells a story :)

Tuesday, February 5, 2013

Limited Edition Bracelet and Feather Earrings

New Designs!!!  Limited supplies!

*** Shot Through the Heart Bracelet ***


Silver arrow and chain available at this time.

Leather heart available in any color!

$25
 

*** Limited Edition Feather Earrings ***



This pair has three unique feathers wrapped in silver wire
and are hung at different lengths to create depth and flow.

$25
 

To order, simply email me at:

Amanda.steinhaus@gmail.com

and I will custom design something for you today!

Thanks for looking!

Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Shot Through the Heart - Design Studio

This is my original "Shot Through the Heart" necklace design.


Step 1: Choose two hearts.

Reds & Pinks



Black, furry, grey and silver hearts. 




JUST ARRIVED - Purple and Teal Blue!


Step 2:

Choose the chain you prefer.


Precious stones.


Crystal.


Real Silver.


Heart link Gunmetal.


Heart link gold, heart link silver, black/gold chain.

Step 3: Email me - amanda.steinhaus@gmail.com and I will make it!

*** OR ***

You can go for the "Shot Through the Heart" design #2:


Made to desired length!  




Newest Inspirations, Collaborations, and more!

This is what I've been doing since my last update!

Staying busy - which is GOOOOOOD!

New heart link gold chain!  $25


NEW Crystal beaded chain - $25


NEW Precious JADE chain - ON SALE - $72!!!  Orig. value $90.


Flip side of JADE necklace. ONE OF A KIND.


New Sterling Sliver and Gunmetal options!

Top - Gunmetal Double Tiffany inspired links
Second from top - Silver Double Tiffany inspired links
Third from top - Silver Hammered single Tiffany inspired links
Bottom - Silver double links

*Incorporate any of the high quality chains above into your design at a total necklace cost of $50, 
or buy 2 and get 20% off!!! 


*Incorporate any of the high quality chains above into your design at a total necklace cost of $50, 
or buy 2 and get 20% off!!!



SO ROCK N ROLL!!!


Above - CRAZY CHAIN made from beer tabs!!!  Price depends on length of chain. 
Starting at $40 for a 16" (standard length) necklace.
Add $2.50 per inch after that. 

NEW RETAIL SPOT!!!
 FEELIT in downtown San Diego, CA @ 909 E Street, 92101.


Latest Collaborations:

Leopard front / Gold furry back on re-purposed gold/coin/black bead chain for Gina V!!!

$25


Red Reptile heart with black reptile back and gunmetal heart chain for Elaine F.!!!

$25
 

This chain is a buyer favorite!!!

If you like what you see - contact me at:

amanda.steinhaus@gmail.com 

and let's design one for you today!!


Tuesday, February 7, 2012

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 ;)

***

Hope to hear from you soon!

Email me at:

amanda.steinhaus@gmail.com

 to begin your own custom heart collaboration today!!!

Monday, January 30, 2012

In Stores Now!

So happy to be in my first boutique!!! 

It's called Alice Alfreda Women's Resale Boutique in Point Loma, San Diego, CA.


Look at the necklace the mannequin is wearing!!!


This is the display by the cash register :)

Making moves...STAY TUNED!!!

Saturday, January 28, 2012

The Latest News

Just sold! 

To Laurie, NEW gold leather mixed with sterling silver chain...


Just sold to my hair stylist, Lisa, a similar gold leather heart, 
but she chose to double up with gold and black chain.


My best friend, Pammy, just shared a picture of herself wearing
one of the first heart necklaces I ever made, nearly two years ago.


My friend, Jenny, wears the red side of her "Shot Through The Heart" necklace like a diva!


AND.....

My favorite breaking news....

This photo is in the February issue of Vogue magazine.


Ahead of the times and right in line with a trend ;)


xOx,