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Happy Holidays from Brilliance Found — Enjoy Our Black Friday Holiday Weekend Gift-With-Purchase Offer!

Here at Brilliance Found, we want to share a little holiday celebration with our lovely customers. We know money can be tight at times like these, so we want to make your gift-giving easier!

How do we do this? With FREE JEWELRY, of course!

Today through Monday, every jewelry order over $10* will automatically receive a Small Feather ring, absolutely FREE! You pick your size & let us pick your color! Simply specify your desired ring size at check-out, or you’ll receive a standard size 7.

These feather rings are one of my new favorites.. they look great when worn stacked, by themselves, or as a set, one on each finger. Their unique design is certainly eyecatching & is a great way to add a little nature love to your outfit.
Your ring will come adorably gift-wrapped, ready for gift giving (or gift-keeping — we know everyone loves a little treat!)

L to R: Tiny Feather in Brass, Small Feather in Brass, Small Feather in Silverplate

Additional feather rings will be available for purchase in our shop, starting November 30th, for $28
And don’t forget to watch out for other variations of these rings: they’ll be available in copper, oxidized brass, rhodium & 24kt goldplate.

**LIMITED TIME OFFER. Valid for all purchases over $10 (before shipping) made through my online shop(s). Ends November 29th, 2010. Not valid on  plastic earring converters or gift certificates.**

Sneak Peek: Brilliance Found’s Fall 2010 Collection is Right Around the Corner!

I love changing seasons. New weather, new scenery & now, of course, new jewelry.

Here’s a sneak preview of what I’ve been working on in the last couple weeks.. all coming soon to Brilliance Found.

On the grapevine we'll find.. a glorious statement ring!

When I design rings, I always make one “prototype” design first. Usually I make it in my size & wear it around to get a feel for it’s wearability & practicality as a ring. Since I design unique statement rings (many of them my signature “faux two finger” design), it’s so important that they are both breathtaking AND wearable.

Lately, though, I’ve got statement rings down to a science. There’s no longer the need to test prototypes as carefully — I know what works & what doesn’t. Now I can make some one of a kind rings in larger sizes, to share with the world!

The birds won't steal these raspberries!

The only problem with these one of a kind rings is that once they’re gone, they’re really gone!

Flowers forever on oxidized brass.

This one is my favorite. I’ve designed it diagonally, to appear as if it’s “crawling” up your hand. My signature floating “faux two finger” ring design; this one is worn on a single finger!

And of course, no Fall collection could be complete without a new selection of simple wrap rings:

Medallion-inspired wrap ring in Oxidized silverplate

I love wrap rings because they’re so easy for everyday wear, while still adding a bit of interest. Filigree rings are my favorite; I love how they show a little bit of skin through the metalwork!

Aren't choices grand?

We have a little collection of simply elegant earrings on the way, too: here’s just a peek:

Fly on, little butterflies.

Rich jewel tones always kick back into style around autumn, and this year is no exception. If you’re the timid type, you can add some of these trend colors into your wardrobe on your finger.. by rocking a dyed agate slice cocktail ring! New for Fall from our Crystal Collection.

Capture the sunset hues on your hand: Agate slice on brass.

I love how sleek these small agate slices are. I’ve set them vertically on adjustable ring bases to lengthen your fingers.

Two finger ring in Ocean Blue Agate.

And then we have larger slices… which always look wonderful stretching all across your knuckles. Here’s an amazing blue two finger ring, soon to be in the shop.

Iced edges: Two finger agate slice statement ring.

I am not going to lie; I contemplate keeping this one for myself. Really contemplate. The milky white against the rich indigo pools in this agate just drive me insane!

More agate slices are on their way! Here's a cocktail ring in purple swirl.

For those of you who want the big but not the bold (color wise, anyway), don’t worry: I haven’t neglected you! Natural, undyed stones also make amazing cocktail rings. This fall it is all about statement jewelry, so we increase the size & the glamor all in one fabulous step with oversize stone cocktail rings!

Just like the moon, but on your fist.

Reading between the lines: Bigger is better.

Seeing Spots: Who said brown & black didn't match?

Speaking of trends, animal print is all over the place for Fall. But you don’t need to wear fur to be stylish this season: put your own spin on the style by rocking an animalesque stone cocktail ring! This one is Dalmatian stone, & it features a mottled array of black spots on a creamy brown base. Or, we could get a little more refined…

Getting Abstract: Tigereye cocktail ring.

Tiger eye stone is not only a brilliant rock to wear on your finger, it also shifts color depending on the light! From deep mahogany to golden honey brown, you’ll do anything but blend in to your surroundings wearing this beauty of nature.

The hunter or the hunted? Set of two silver cocktail rings in Lion.

But I could never blame you if you wanted to take the animal safari trend a little too literally. After all, what is fashion if not fun? Hunt or be hunted; it’s your choice. This set of two Lion rings chase (or be chased), depending on which hand you wear them on. Or you can be generous & give one away to your favorite feline lover!

And boys, don’t think we’ve forgotten about you!

Ladies aren't the only ones styling this season!

Well, those are my favorites.. what are your favorite trends for the upcoming Autumn season? Let me know! And don’t forget to check out the shop in the next couple days for all of this & more! Happy shopping.

FLASH SPECIAL! Free Rings for Everyone!

feather wing wrap rings in golden and silverWhen I first opened my jewelry shop, I knew I had to set some sort of goal. I can focus really well with a tangible goal, so I knew I had to have one. Not that I had to actively work towards it, or do anything differently, but just to think outloud about.. in a sort of a whispered, unimaginable way.

My goal was one goal a day. I felt kinda silly making such a huge goal in the beginning, when I hadn’t yet sold a thing. I went the first couple months with only sales from the oh-so supportive friends & family, but I continued to work heavily on my shop. I started listing in my artfire shop on August 12th (after pushing back my ‘debut’ day a week or so when I realized that “hey, listing jewelry isn’t actually 20 minutes of work“) & started listing on etsy September 12th. As I’m coming up to the one year date*, I just realized I hit 350 sales in my etsy shop!  By my 1 year etsy anniversary I will have hit my shop goal. It’s super exciting & really amazing… I guess it’s time to figure out some new goals 🙂

(I guess, technically, I hit the 365 sale goal ages ago if you combine both my shops, BUT who wants to be technical?)

new statement knuckle rings by brilliance found for fall

sneak PEEK: New statement rings for Fall 2010.

Anyway, I couldn’t have done it without you wonderful shoppers & fashionistas.. so I’m getting a little crazy.

IT’S GIVEAWAY TIME! EVERY JEWELRY PURCHASE TODAY (August 4th) will receive one FREE RING from my Fall 2010 collection! I have been working on these rings this past week, & I’m super excited to bring them to you. I can’t wait to take pictures of them & list them.. so I’m giving some away for free!

HOW IT WORKS: You know I love giveaways, but I’m always sad for those who enter & don’t win. Finally, I’ve figured out a way to treat all of you, for an entire day! Every jewelry purchase from my shop receives a bonus ring. Simply leave me your ring size in the “notes to seller” box at check-out. Offer valid in both my artfire & etsy shops. So, shop away!

GIVE ME A HINT: Like I could keep secrets! These rings include some of my familiar styles, with large “floating” knuckle rings, 2 finger rings & a new statement ring design you haven’t seen yet! Your ring can range from brass to copper to silverplate to sterling, depending on your order. Ring prices range from $18-65. I’ll hand select a ring for you, based on the ring(s) you order, so you know it’ll be in your style!

Let’s get shoppin’.

(And don’t forget to check back in a couple days for more new statement rings, new earrings from the Everyday Elegance collection & our official August special!)

*I know, I know.. I’ve kinda stretched this anniversary into almost a month-long expedition. I’m a little excited, but it means more goodies for you!

Coming Soon — Guardian Angel Wing Knuckle Rings in New Colors!

Fly away.. with me.The original Guardian Angel Knuckle Ring in Raw Brass.

Our best-selling Guardian Angel Knuckle Wing Ring is now available in three hot new finishes: Oxidized Silver, Oxidized Brass & Oxidized Copper. I don’t have pictures yet, but if you want to be one of the first to rock one of these new rings you can purchase it through my shop — just specify which finish you want. Don’t forget to let me know which hand you’d like to wear your ring on — left or right. I like a matched pair, personally 😉

Keep your eyes out for the official listings, complete with pictures, to be posted in the shop later this week!

Garden Fresh Colors for your Fingers: New Filigree Leaf Wrap Rings in Candy Colors!

True innovation never sits still. Introducing the Summer 2010 version of your favorite Filigree Leaf Wrap Ring: Candy Colors! Carefully painted & coated with a glossy sealer for extra shine.

Left to right rolecall: Ocean blue, Hot pink, Grass green.

These would look great with anything from a summer sundress to a pair of jeans and a simple tee. Summer is all about the color — so isn’t it about time you wore some on your fingers?

Lavender has never looked so good.

For those with more refined tastes, I have something special in store for you! Same smooth glossy finish, but in monochromes (and burgundy):

You know I love giving you options. Click through to shop these colors.

A) Burgundy B) Lavender C) Hot pink D) Schoolbus yellow E) Grass green F) Ocean blue G) Black gloss H) Whiteout

I’ve also added some more Filigree Leaf Wrap rings in Sparkle finishes: Silver, Gold & Gunmetal. I have been sitting on these lovelies for a while now, but a custom order inspired me to finally list them.

Left to right: Sparkle Silver, Sparkle Gold & Sparkle Gunmetal.

These Filigree Leaf Rings are hand-finished for an unique, crinkly texture that makes them really shine. Unfortunately this finish is notoriously difficult to photograph, so you’re just going to have to trust me that it looks rad 😉

Small Sparkle Gold.

And while we’re playing with rings, check out this prototype design of mine! Unfortunately this thing took a lot longer than I’d like to admit to create, so don’t expect to see it in store soon. But if you’re in love with it, maybe we can work something out. Maybe. It’s super lightweight & reminds me of champagne bubbles. If they were gold, of course 😉

The one and only: 24kt Vermeil Bubbles Knuckle Ring

Mr. Bisteries tells me I’m not allowed to list any more new creations until after the move, because I really should be packing. But what can I say, I’ve always had a defiant streak. And as if I could keep these a secret for that long.

Shop all Filigree Leaf Wrap Rings.