Sunny Saffron by GamiWorks/Etsy
Etsy is a very dangerous place. Dare to spend a few minutes perusing the website and you will discover two things – 1) hours have mysteriously disappeared instead of the mere minutes you intended to lose, and 2) there are a hell of a lot of talented people out there. One artist whose work I find particularly delightful is gamigirl, the Houston based woman behind GamiWorks, who makes whimsical necklaces, rings, belt buckles, earrings and magnets from delicate pieces of chiyogami sealed beneath hand-cut glass.
Chiyogami is a type of Japanese paper, originally stenciled and crafted by hand but now machine produced. It employs traditional Japanese motifs in bright colors, and is most commonly used in the folded paper art known as origami.
Cheese Please, Napa Grapes and Little Chic Pendants
The thing I find most pleasing about GamiWorks’ jewelry, however, is that it doesn’t feel traditional at all. It feels modern, light and fun. The perfect accent for jeans and a t-shirt, which is pretty much what I live in.
Diving Koi and Flowing Dogtag Pendants by GamiWorks/Etsy
Each pendant is handmade, and therefore unique. Best of all? You can own one without breaking the bank. In fact, grab a bunch and wear them together to tell a story. That’s what I plan to do.
Price (based on my budget): Very Affordable. Available at GamiWorks/Etsy.
nat @ book, line, and sinker
/ May 1, 2009esty is a dangerous place for me. it’s like the bermuda triangle of the internet. time and money are lost there.
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Jana095
/ May 4, 2009I agree with nat@ book line and sinker: Etsy is addictive and once I log on, I can plan to spend the rest of the day in the site. That’s not to say how much money I spend.
Jen on the Edge
/ May 7, 2009Wow — gorgeous! Now I’m going to have to wander over to Etsy and take a look.
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emmajames
/ May 10, 2009Nat: Exactly. I’ve just accepted the fact. I justify the disappearing act by returning from the nether world with cool stuff.
Jana: I feel your pain. And welcome to Pleasure Notes!
Jen: Be very careful. As mentioned above, it is a dangerous and addictive place. That being said – have fun and let me know what you find!