Gruesome

I'm totally lovin' this Zombie Bear. Look, it's got guts spilling out, a missing arm and a chewed off ear! How cool is that?!? Find it here at Mariska's whimsical Etsy store. Oh, and Happy Halloween by the way ;)

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Janji Cinta

“Love’s Promise” is the translation of Janji Cinta. This necklace reminds me of Sweet Sixteen birthday parties, stolen kisses at a school dance and when puppy love felt like forever.

:: Materials :: Brass heart locket, Swarvoski crystal heart in Rose & Swarovski pearl in White. All findings are brass.
:: Measurements :: 43 cm (total length of necklace excluding pendant), 2.5 cm (length of pendant), 2 cm (width of pendant at widest point)
:: Price :: RM58
:: Email me if you’re interested in Janji Cinta
:: Purchasing & Shipping info here
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Hani

A simple necklace, Hani is fun, flirty and cute. The imported “Little Birdie” charm which serves as its centerpiece looks about ready to chirp a merry little song to fill its wearer with happiness and joy.

:: Materials :: Vintage brass “Little Birdie” charm, Swarovski crystal heart in Rose & Swarovski crystal bicones in Light Rose and Golden Shadow. All findings are vintage dark brass.
:: Measurements :: 50 cm (total length of necklace excluding pendant), 2.5 cm (length of pendant), 1.5 cm (width of pendant at widest point)
:: Price :: RM32
:: Email me for more info on Hani :: Click here for Purchasing & Shipping info
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Etsy How-Tos

Click play below to learn how customize your packaging and branding courtesy of the fabulous Etsy Labs.



This video is the first in the series of Etsy's Holiday How Tos. Oh, bless the simple things that make me very very happy! :)

Thrills

This picture is was taken from a video of a ride the boyfriend and I took earlier this year. It's called the AJ Hackett G-Force X ride and we rode it TWICE, the second right after the first mad ride.

This picture is up to remind me a few things: 1. Try something new and exciting and maybe something a little scary every once in a while, 2. Life is exactly like a thrill ride (scary at first but definitely fun), 3. It's OK to scream and laugh at the same time, and finally 3. Don't let go of those safety bars.

Have a great Tuesday.

Syahdu

A versatile piece which is not overtly feminine but definitely pretty, Syahdu is intricate and subtle. The pendant and chain were entirely handmade with Swarovski pearls and crystals.

:: Materials :: Swarovski crystal bicones in Pacific Blue Opal & Silver Shadow, plus Swarovski pearls in White. All wires & findings are silver plated.
:: Measurements :: 40 cm (total length of necklace excluding pendant), 2 cm (length of pendant), 2 cm (width of pendant at widest point)
:: Price :: RM135
:: Email me if you’re interested in Syahdu
:: Purchasing & Shipping info here
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Hanum

Hanum’s main focal point is a vintage rosebud cabochon purchased online from lovely lady in Australia. This piece is very pretty in its simplicity and can be worn casually or dressed up. The total length of the necklace is quite long (the pendant hangs between the bust) but can be made shorter as per request.

:: Materials :: Vintage “rosebud” cabochon in Vintage Rose, Swarovski crystal heart in Clear with an Aurora Borealis finish & Swarovski crystal bicones in Dorado with a special double coating. All findings are vintage dark brass.
:: Measurements :: 56 cm (total length of necklace excluding pendant), 3.5 cm (length of pendant), 2 cm (width at widest point of pendant)
:: Price :: RM40
:: Email me for more info on Hanum
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I've Been

Listening to Janis Joplin's "Piece of My Heart" over and over again. I love the emotion and rawness of her voice. And it's such a great song to sing out loud to my dogs. They haven't felt the urge to join in yet though.



Reading "Suite Francaise" by Irene Nemirovsky. I'm at mid-book and so far it's been an easy read, touching and charming in its details. Yup, this is a book I'd recommend to anyone who loves their fiction tinged with a little insight to historical events.

Coveting this print on the left from the Yumi Yumi Shop. This print entitled "Make a Wish" is innocence and simplicity personified in my humble opinion. Love the yellow dress especially and the flushed pink cheeks just slay me. Do check out the rest of this wonderful artist's work at the link above.

Craving for some Cuppacakes (yes, that's the correct spelling). Too cute to eat? Almost but not quite. Royal Vanilla in the signature Secret Garden design for me please, thank you.

Ketupat, Rendang & Cookies!

Hey folks, fasting month for Muslims is over! To mark the end of this blessed month, Muslims all over the world celebrate Eid ul-Fitri or what is known as Hari Raya in this part of the world for a whole month(!). It's a time of forgiveness, visiting friends and family members, money packets for kids, lots of ketupat, rendang and homemade cookies! And not to mention an additional 5 kilos for me...

I just got back from my kampung and before it gets too late to wish you so, Happy Eid Mubarak or Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri to all of you and Maaf Zahir Batin! (which loosely translates to, "Forgive my physical and emotional wrongdoings")

I got this picture of a bunch of ketupats from Espion's Flickr. Go check out the rest of this amazing photographer's pictures here.

Kasma

Kasma necklace: a 'Y' shape design finished with a tassel charm

An exquisite set which consists of a matching pair of earrings, necklace and bracelet, Kasma has been a labor of love for me. All links were individually handmade by yours truly with Swarovski crystal bicones & gold filled wires in my favorite color combo of the moment, Vintage Rose and Gold. Almost 12 hours later and a very stiff pair of hands, I can wholeheartedly say that Kasma is simply gorgeous.

Kasma earrings: a simple tassel design

Kasma bracelet: a simple chain which ends with a tassel charm

:: Materials :: Swarovski crystal bicones in Vintage Rose & tiny Czech briolettes in Clear Light Pink. All wires & findings are gold filled except tassel charm which is gold plated.
:: Necklace Measurements :: 48 cm (total length of necklace excluding drop + charm), 7.5 cm (length of drop + charm), 1 cm (width at widest point of charm)
:: Earrings Measurements :: 4 cm (length), 1 cm (width at widest point)
:: Bracelet Measurements :: 16.5 cm (total length of bracelet excluding charm), 4 cm (length of charm), 1 cm (width at widest point of charm)
:: Price :: RM300 (set)/ RM165 (necklace only)/ RM65 (earrings only)/RM85 (bracelet only)
:: Email me if you'd like a Kasma set for yourself
:: Purchasing & Shipping info here
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Air Mata

Air Mata translates to “tears; tear drops.” This piece is similar to Isi Hati and Jiwa Suci but totally unique in its variation. It goes great with casual wear like jeans and looks equally great with a flirty cocktail dress.

:: Materials :: Swarovski crystal bicones in Pacific Blue Opal & Clear plus Swarovski Clear briolettes. All findings are sterling silver.
:: Measurements ::5.5 cm (length), 1.5 cm (width at widest point)
:: Price :: RM100
:: Email me if you'd like have Air Mata for yourself
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Isi Hati

Meaning “feelings” in Malay, Isi Hati is a simpler version of Jiwa Suci but with a whole lot more Swarovski crystal bicones in an Aurora Borealis finish which makes this piece simply luminous!

:: Materials :: Swarovski crystal bicones in Rose Water Opal AB & Clear AB plus Clear AB briolettes. All findings are sterling silver.
:: Measurements :: 4 cm (length), 1.5 cm (width at widest point)
:: Price :: RM80
:: Email me if you'd like Isi Hati for yourself
:: Purchasing & Shipping info here
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Kayangan

A variation of Gemilang & Sinaran, Kayangan for some reason reminds me of summer holidays I had as a child, spent at some of Malaysia’s and Asia’s beautiful beaches. Kayangan means “fairyland” or simply “a very beautiful place.”

:: Materials :: Swarovski bicones in Rose Water Opal & Rosaline. All findings are gold filled.
:: Measurements :: 10 cm (length), 1.5 cm (width at widest point)
:: Price :: RM95
:: Email me if you'd like have Kayangan for yourself
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Sinaran

Meaning “a ray; a glow; a gleam; a glitter; illumination” Sinaran is a longer and larger version of the Gemilang earrings.

:: Materials :: Swarovski crystal bicones in Aurum. All findings are gold filled.
:: Measurements :: 7 cm (length), 1 cm (width at widest point)
:: Price :: RM95
:: Email me if you'd like Sinaran for yourself
:: Purchasing & Shipping info here
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Kirana

A popular design amongst my customers looking for something exotic and yet chic, Kirana is one of the variations of Karenina, Karisma, Karina & Kavita.

:: Materials :: Swarovski bicones in Aurum & Pacific Blue Opal. All wires & findings are gold plated.
:: Measurements :: 5 cm (length), 1 cm (width at widest point)
:: Price :: RM65
:: Email me if you'd like have Kirana for yourself
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Manja

The word Manja means "pampered" or "indulgent" and this sweet necklace with a little vintage brass angel in a coquettish and cherubic pose is just too cute to resist!

:: Materials :: Brass Angel pendant, Swarovski bicones in Light Rose & Swarvoski heart in Rose. All findings are brass.
:: Measurements :: 44 cm (total length of necklace excluding pendant), 3.5 cm (length of pendant), 1.8 cm (width of pendant at widest point)
:: Price :: RM68
:: Email me if you'd like Manja for yourself
:: Purchasing & Shipping info here
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Salju

A handwoven “filigree” pendant of my own design, Salju means “snow” in Malay. Its intricate pattern and soft, muted colors of white and silver befits the upcoming winter season in the Northern Hemisphere. If you’re in the tropics like me, wear this piece anyway to keep you “cool”.

:: Materials :: Swarovski pearls in White & bicones in Silver Shadow. All findings are silver plated.
:: Price :: RM70
:: Email me if you'd like have Salju for yourself
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Nadira

I love the filigree used on Nadira. Meaning “Precious” is Arab, this piece is bohemian elegance. Pictured here are two colors: Opaque Aquamarine (above) and Opaque Rose (below). I also have Clear Aquamarine, Clear Rose & Jade Green.

:: Materials :: Faceted glass briolettes. Filigree & other findings are silver plated.
:: Measurements :: 6 cm (length), 3 cm (width at widest point)
:: Price :: RM35
:: Email me if you'd like Nadira for yourself
:: Purchasing & Shipping info here
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Melor

Melor which means “Jasmine” in Malay is a feminine yet whimsical pair of earrings. Wear it on a date, with a light cotton dress and don’t forget to twirl and flutter those eyelashes!

:: Materials :: Czech flower beads in Vintage Rose & Czech briolette in Clear Light Pink, topped with gold beads. All findings are either gold filled or gold plated.
:: Measurements :: 5 cm (length), 2 cm (width at widest point)
:: Price :: RM38
:: Email me if you'd like have Melor for yourself
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Mawar Berduri

“Thorny Rose” is what Mawar Berduri translates to. I purposely left this piece very simple so as not to distract from the intricate carving of the Black Onyx rose bead (which was very hard to find by the way! Thanks to Cindy for providing me with these little beauties).

:: Materials :: Black Onyx rose carved beads, Swarovski bicones in Jet & faceted Czech teardrops. All findings are silver plated.
:: Measurements :: 7 cm (length), 1 cm (width at widest point)
:: Price :: RM45
:: Email me if you'd like Mawar Berduri for yourself
:: Purchasing & Shipping info here
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Karenina

A popular design amongst my customers looking for something exotic and yet chic, Karenina is one of the variations of Karisma, Karina & Kavita.

:: Materials :: Swarovski bicones in Olivine & tiny Czech brios in frosted green. All wires & findings are gold plated.
:: Measurements :: 4 cm (length), 1 cm (width at widest point)
:: Price :: RM65
:: Email me if you'd like have Karenina for yourself
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Latifa

It’s been a long time since I did any wire weaving so I picked up some wire with nothing really concrete in mind. All I knew was that I wanted something elegant, simple and yet striking and Latifa materialised after a solid 3 hours! “Gentle” and “kind” are just some of the meanings behind the name which originates from the Arab language.

:: Materials :: Swarovski bicones in Aurum, Dorado 2x & Golden Shadow. All wires & findings are brass.
:: Price :: RM135
:: Email me if you'd like Latifa for yourself
:: Purchasing & Shipping info here
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Kamelia

Kamelia is a slightly different version from Teratai. I think this piece is a little more "grown up" but still definitely playful.

:: Materials :: Czech blooms in Vintage Rose & Swarovski pearls in White plus bicones in Clear. All findings are silver plated.
:: Measurements :: 9 cm
:: Price :: RM58
:: Email me if you'd like have Kamelia for yourself
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Jiwa Suci

Gorgeous faceted Swarovski briolettes and bicones adorn sterling silver teardrop chandeliers to make Jiwa Suci. "Pure Soul" as it translates, is a glamorous piece that is sure to get you some attention as this piece really sparkles!

:: Materials :: Faceted Swarovski briolettes and bicones in Clear. All findings are sterling silver.
:: Measurements :: 8 cm
:: Price :: RM100 per pair
:: Email me if you'd like Jiwa Suci for yourself
:: Purchasing & Shipping info here
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Gemilang

Gemilang is Malay for "Splendorous". It's a set which consists of the necklace above (closeup on the left) and the earrings below. I actually made this for myself but someone snapped up the set right off me! So here's another set... for sale this time.


:: Materials :: Made with gold filled findings & Swarovski bicones in Aurum.
:: Measurements :: The necklace measures 50cm in total and the pendant hangs at 4cm which drops right above the bust line. There's also a 5cm extension chain at the clasp. The earrings are 5cm.
:: Price :: RM150 for the set, or RM85 just for the necklace and RM75 just for the earrings.
:: Email me if you'd like Gemilang for yourself.
:: Purchasing & Shipping info here.
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Props & Displays

I love my new jewelry displays/props. Yup, the birdcage above is for jewelry, NOT for live itty bitty birds. The jewelry tree below is a fave too. I bought two but am thinking of getting more since it's so useful and purdy. Can't wait to decorate it with feather butterflies and paper flowers, and then finally sprinkle in my jewelry.

A Hero Dies

My mother found Hero lying dead on our neighbor's car park bay. She called me in tears and I immediately rushed home from the boyfriend's house.

I found my poor, darling champ lying in a pool of blood and surrounded by flies. He had obviously been dead for many, many hours and my horrible, irresponsible neighbor (whose car park bay Hero was found on) just left this poor little creature to rot (or hoping that somebody else will pick up the "mess")!

After burying him next to Bun Bun Bunny, I did a little sleuthing and found out that the very same horrible, irresponsible neighbor was the one who ran over Hero who was probably waiting for me to come home as was his habit.

In case you don't already know, I feed all the stray cats in my neighborhood but Hero here was one of the few that really stood out as he'd stake out my car park bay day in and day out, rain or shine, and follow me home to be fed on the steps leading to my house.

Anyways, said horrible and irresponsible neighbor has claimed ignorance but seriously? A dead cat in the middle of your car park bay is pretty hard to miss, especially if you've been seen driving in and out of it. In my opinion at least. Too bad there aren't any Animal Police around these parts. I'd love to see this guy publicly embarrassed and handcuffed on reality TV.


I miss Hero very much. I still open my car door expecting to see him there, ready to nuzzle my outstretched hand and meowing softly. He was a sweet and undemanding cat, and deserved a home to shelter him against horrible and irresponsible people.