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Chatter
on “Raspberry and Cream!”:“love how you're exploring so many beautiful variations with this technique, Julia....they all end up in…” read »
on “Tourmaline Dream”:“This a stunning piece, the heart pendant,WOW!!…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Gorgeous!!…” read »
on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:“It is 3 strands of sari silk. The silk is knotted on either side of…” read »
on “Country Leaves”:“I agree with Kate. Bright and cheerful! Love it, love it...want it.…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“What a nice, clean design. Both are winners. I have been working on jewelry…” read »
on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:“These would definitely cheer me up, love them both! I have some of this sari silk…” read »
on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“Fantastic, I really like it.…” read »
- on “Sonya or 'Earth' earrings”:
“very pretty !…” read »
on “Totally Teal”:“This is lovely work - you should be very proud. And that totally teal bracelet is…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“This is wonderful - a really sweet design and I especially love the cute earrings to…” read »
- on “Leather, Silver and a Rainy Day”:
“Love them all!!…” read »
on “Sonya or 'Earth' earrings”:“Love it! still trying to figure out how you did this tricky wire work. …” read »
on “Country Leaves”:“Oh My Goodness!! This is so bright and cheerful! I usually associate maple leaves with Fall…” read »
- on “Cultus Lake Market”:
“Great looking jewelry - enjoyed looking!…” read »
- on “Tourmaline Dream”:
“Beautiful necklace and I love the design of your earrings!!…” read »
on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“Great design!…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Beautiful piece. I love the vintage look, and the cabochon is fabulous.…” read »
- on “Country Leaves”:
“This is a fun and easy bracelet. Lots of options to make matching earrings. …” read »
- on “Country Leaves”:
“I love copper and am crazy about these! Those Czech leaves are gorgeous.…” read »
on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:“Beautiful classic look. Very nice work!!…” read »
- on “A Green Cuff”:
“Can you please tell me if the 14 gauge is Dead Soft? I just started…” read »
- on “A Green Cuff”:
“I really like your bracele, the design is great! Good work.…” read »
on “Grampa's old tree”:“Love the way your design makes the pendant pop. Gorgeous colors! Great design!…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“Great design for your pendant. Beautiful!…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
“You have captured the real thing in these earrings beautifully. Lovely work!…” read »
on “Bluebells”:“Beautiful work
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on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“Great job!…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
“These are as beautiful and delicate as your inspiration. Lovely work!…” read »
- on “Connected to the Trees”:
“I am in Love with your designs!!!…” read »
on “Prince Moai”:“Thanks guys! When I have such amazing gems it's hard not to share with Jimmy. Thanks…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Love the cabochon and the way you mounted it--all works together. And what a clever use…” read »
on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:“I love pearls!! Gorgeous necklace. Great painting also. Love the bird stoey. I have a bird…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“Love it. Good design and workmanship.…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Very pretty. The cabochon painting is very stylistic...I.can see why you love it...its beautiful & has…” read »
- on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:
“Gorgeous pearl necklace and painting! Love it!…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“I love this look. Thanks for sharing.…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Super nice. Love the set.…” read »
- on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:
“I went to HD yesterday and the folks in the tools section told me the key…” read »
- on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“Great tutorial, thanks for sharing. For those looking for the dark wire, the same company that…” read »
DIY gift box
About this design:
My made box for my made jewelry. The root principal with my works is, that EVERYTHING is made by me. Finally, I managed to make a gift box for my items. I am so happy to get rid from boring bubble plastic!
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Add your thoughts!
On Apr 02, 2011 at 3:16 pm #
Jewelry by Shannon says:Arja, I’m so happy to be the first to comment. WOW, this box is just that, a huge wow. I totally love it … and what a great unique idea. Your gift box is beautiful!! SLS
On Apr 02, 2011 at 5:10 pm #
Little Round Chick says:I agree with Shannon. This box totally unique and the whole concept is fantastic.
On Apr 02, 2011 at 5:14 pm #
Wemai Coffee Chick says:Impressive! Your box is lovely!
On Apr 02, 2011 at 7:11 pm #
Alicia S says:I love all of your creations, Arja, you are so creative and full of inspiration!
On Apr 02, 2011 at 7:12 pm #
Alicia S says:Oops! I just commented under my daughter Alicia’s account, sorry! It’s Ivy
On Apr 02, 2011 at 7:18 pm #
Cuban Queen Crazy Chick says:There, that’s better lol
On Apr 02, 2011 at 10:18 pm #
Jade aka Caryn says:so pretty, like to gifts in one!
On Apr 03, 2011 at 1:09 am #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:Arja, what a wonderful idea! I remember when I bought my 2 items from you that they came in lovely fabric bags — such a great thing to do! This box is even more special — terrific job on this!
On Apr 03, 2011 at 8:26 am #
Linda Talbott says:Your box is lovely … pretty and professional as well. I like the fact that you pledge to make everything yourself.
On Apr 03, 2011 at 11:59 am #
grama rose aka stormy says:Love love love it you are so darn resorceful my friend! beautiful box and lovely idea!!!!
On Apr 03, 2011 at 12:08 pm #
Arja A says:Thank you Ladies
ArjaTheBoxmaker
On Apr 03, 2011 at 9:00 pm #
KPJEWELS says:Arja, these are super gorgeous, just like everything else you make.
On Apr 04, 2011 at 6:44 pm #
Lynn g says:I love it Arja!!! wish you would of had these when I bought jewelry from you before.. so neat!!!
On Apr 06, 2011 at 10:37 am #
Lynda aka DivaChick says:I love it too, and I hope you will share a tutorial on how to make them! I am always looking for ways to improve my presentation to my customers. I want it to feel like Christmas morning when they open one of my packages. I would love to see this in my trademark zebra print! Please share!
On Apr 06, 2011 at 11:50 am #
Arja A says:Thank You Ladies. I’m gladly sharing this free tutorial with all of you. I found this from JewelryLessons.com, where is have posted some of my tuts.Here is the link for gift box:
http://www.jewelrylessons.com/.....kaging-box
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