Ruby Lane's July 2011 Creative Hands-New Format!

In This Issue

• Welcome to A Brand New Creative Hands
  
• Sister Site Ruby Plaza - FREE to SELL Through December 2012!
  
• Artisan Jewelry - It's A Wrap!
  
• Coral Artisan Jewelry
  
• She Sells Sea Shells By The Sea Shore - Shell Jewelry
  

WELCOME TO A BRAND NEW CREATIVE HANDS

We're pleased to announce that this issue of Creative Hands comes with a new focus. You asked for it - so we are delivering a new Creative Hands that is more shopping and product-oriented. Throughout many issues we will still include spotlights on our artists and artisans and how they make their "magic". But overall look for more emphasis on hand-picked items we think you'll appreciate browsing.

SISTER SITE RUBY PLAZA - FREE TO SELL THROUGH DECEMBER 2012!

If you're not familiar with Ruby Plaza, it is Ruby Lane's sister site specializing in home decor, fashion & accessories and jewelry. Unlike Ruby Lane, Ruby Plaza allows for brand NEW items to be offered.

And in case you haven't heard - we are now offering both current and new shops the opportunity to sell on Ruby Plaza for FREE - through December 31st, 2012 while we work to grow and expand the site. That's right - it's absolutely FREE.

Here's a summary, effective now through December 31st, 2012:

• Monthly Fee: FREE
• Setup Fee: FREE
• Listing Fee: FREE
• Additional Blocks of Items: FREE
  
  After the Free Period
  The anticipated fees after December 31st, 2012 are:
  
  • Monthly Fee: $4.95
  • Commission: 4.95%
  • Setup Fee: FREE
    
  • Listing Fee: FREE
  • Additional Blocks of Items: FREE
  
  Skype Just Added
  Both Ruby Lane and Ruby Plaza now offer Skype as a free, optional new feature. Skype allows buyers and sellers to communicate in real time if they choose via instant messaging, audio and/or video, while the buyer browses the site. Please note that not all shops offer Skype yet, however we expect the number of shops who offer it to grow significantly in the future. Stay tuned!
  
  We hope you'll stop by and check out Ruby Plaza today!
  
  Visit Ruby Plaza or go to:
  
  http://www.rubyplaza.com
  

  ARTISAN JEWELRY - IT'S A WRAP!

  
  It's AMAZING what you can make using wire. Here are some lovely wire-wrapped jewelry items from the artisans of Ruby Lane and Ruby Plaza.
  
  Jewelry Fanatic
  
  Lavender Swirls Free-Form Wire-Wrap Pendant
  
  This pendant is stunning... lavender, purple, teal cultured freshwater pearls, gold-filled stardust beads, Swarovski bicone crystals... wrapped in ...
  
  Elizabeth Gillespie Jewelry
  
  Sterling Silver Turquoise Wire Wrapped Bracelet
  
  Sterling silver is wrapped around a heavy silver frame. Tibetan turquoise, faceted Swiss blue topaz, white cultured pearls and Bali beads all add to ...
  
  Contemporary Concepts
  
  Brilliant Yellow Cubic Zirconia Bold Wire-Wrapped Ring, sz 9-1 2
  
  The sparkle on this brilliant yellow cubic zirconia is just insane! A 12x10mm oval faceted stone, a fabulous bright yellow with amber undertones. The ...
  
  Prizms Jewelry
  
  Gold and Silver Wire Wrapped Blue Topaz Pendant
  
  You won't believe the quality of this large (8.4 ct) Swiss Blue Topaz stone. The color is brilliant - clear and beautifully cut. I've wire s wrapped...
  
  Elizabeth Gillespie Jewelry
  
  Bold Beautiful 14K Gold Filled Wire Wrapped and Gemstone Bracelet
  
  One continuous length of heavy 14K gold filled wire is shaped in whirls and loops and then textured to form the unusual frame of this ...
  
  BKD on The Plaza
  
  Custom Made Sterling Silver, Glass Pearl and Crystal Wire Wrap Rings
  
  Design your own one of a kind ring by choosing your preferred colors. Samples shown are just an idea to get you started. No two are exactly alike, ...
  
  Jewelry Fanatic
  
  Citrine Splendor Gold-Filled Wire-Wrapped Earrings
  
  Gold-filled wire and gold-filled chain beads... plus LOTS of gorgeous citrine... beautiful faceted gemstones are the focal points, with citrine beads ...
  
  Twisted Jules
  
  Purple Mineral Sterling Wire Wrapped Pendant
  
  The pendant is made with a lovely piece of a mineral called Lepidolite. You don't see a whole lot of this type of stone. I used Sterling silver wire ...
  
  Timeless Designs
  
  A Little Rough around the Edges of a Light Green Oco Agate Slice
  
  From our Wiry Legends Collection.......This amazing pendant is from Brazil and in a soft summery green color, the outer edge has been left with a little ...
  
  Jantulov Designs
  
  Cream, Pale Pink Pearl Crystal Wire Wrapped Necklace
  
  The frame was made from soldered copper wire which was wire wrapped with gold non-tarnish wire The scrolls have large pale pink Swarovski pearls, ...
  
  
  

  CORAL ARTISAN JEWELRY

  
  Coral jewelry always reminds us of summer. These handcrafted coral jewelry pieces are pretty fabulous...
  
  MuyiFabu
  
  Antique Bronze Necklace with Spiny Oyster, Turquoise, Lapis and Coral
  
  This Antique Brronze Necklace with Spiny Oyster, Turquoise, Lapis and Coral necklace really moves! Southwestern design with all my favorite stones in ...
  
  B BOLD Jewelry for Boomer Girls
  
  Natural Sleeping Beauty Turquoise, Natural Pink Coral, Terra Cotta Agate, Bali Thai Sterling Bracelet
  
  Recently, we took samples of our Sleeping Beauty Turquoise supply, which has all been purchased from the same top-notch supplier, to the Turquoise ...
  
  Muffi's Lane of Luxuries
  
  Coral and Sterling Dragon Necklace
  
  A very unique sophisticated necklace. The 2 dragon clasps are sterling silver and signed by the artist. The necklace can be worn with the dragons on ...
  
  Timeless Designs
  
  Swinging Coral Chips with Lime Hoop Dangle Earrings
  
  From our Southwest Flair Collection...swinging hoops with a little taste of the southwest! These earrings feature tiny branches of red (dyed) coral, ...
  
  H H Jewelry Designs
  
  Modern White Sponge Coral and Brass Necklace SET
  
  This modern necklace speaks for itself with it's clean lines and bold styling! We have used large 5 8 inch rondelles of White Sponge coral! These ...
  
  Tea Oranges
  
  Necklace ~ ORANGE BLOSSOM ~ Bamboo Coral, Sleeping Beauty Turquoise, Sterling Silver
  
  Fun and perky. Just the thing to brighten up any summertime outfit from your daytime T's to your evening gauze. A delightful mix of white bamboo ...
  
  B BOLD Jewelry for Boomer Girls
  
  Carved Turquoise And Coral Necklace
  
  This necklace began with 18 mm gorgeous stabilized turquoise carved beads from Nepal. Then we added dyed stabilized turquoise flat beads, measuring ...
  
  It's Not About Need
  
  Bamboo Coral Turquoise Bead Necklace SS Toggle
  
  Sterling toggle clasp finishes off a graduated necklace of dyed red bamboo coral necklace with 5mm round turquoise beads. The largest chunk of coral ...
  
  MamaDivine Designs
  
  Russet Calm - Sponge Coral Sterling Silver Bracelet
  
  This simple bracelet features 10mm sponge coral rounds interspersed with sterling silver seamless beads. The bracelet is finished off with a simple ...
  
  Sweetpea Cottage
  
  Double-Strand White Coral and Sterling Necklace w Large Pendant
  
  What can we say, but fantastique! This intricate necklace has two strands, each completely different yet beautifully contrasting the other. They are ...
  
  
  

  SHE SELLS SEA SHELLS BY THE SEA SHORE - SHELL JEWELRY

  
  Jewelry made of shells, whether natural or not, lends an organic feel. Here are some artisan jewelry items made of, or depicting shells that we find to be especially beautiful:
  
  Karen Sugarman Designs
  
  Rum Cay - Sailor's Valentine Pendant with Rose Quartz Nuggets, Citrine and Rose Mauve Baroque Freshwater Pearls Necklace
  
  The Sailor's Valentine originated as a way for sailors to not only express their love for wives and family, but to also while away the endless days at...
  
  Antiques and Treasures Untold
  
  Fair Trade Abalone Attitude Silver Tone Ring - Mexico
  
  Three pieces of abalone adorn this adjustable, silver tone ring with beautiful depth. Like mother of pearl, the abalone catches the light and reflects...
  
  All Things Beautiful - PMC Artisan Jewelry
  
  Fine Silver Bracelet Centerpiece for Beading - Shells Starfish
  
  Fine Silver beading component focal center piece. Handcrafted from pure fine silver - PMC - metal clay. This organic bracelet component piece is ...
  
  Gerlinda Studios
  
  RESERVED - Lampwork Glass Shell Pendant on Italian Spun Silver Ribbon - Seafoam Mist
  
  This is truly a spectacular handmade lampwork bead. Approximately 40mm x 25mm (1-1 2 inches long by 1-1 4 inches wide, without the bail), the ...
  
  Healing Stones Jewelry
  
  White on White Shells and Pearls Necklace
  
  Three unusual shells highlight this necklace. One large (3 length) gorgeous shell anchors the design along with bunches of coin pearls, round ...
  
  MiShelli Designs
  
  Gentle Breezes~Blue Topaz Sterling Shell Earrings~MiShelli
  
  These gemstones are reminiscent of all the trips my family has take to the Caribbean. Beautiful clear blue, gentle seas.............Oh, the ...
  
  2Hearts Plaza Jewelry
  
  Faux Tortoise Shell Choker Necklace
  
  This is a dramatic faux Tortoise Shell choker necklace has a touch of a tribal look to it. The tortoise shell design has swirls of color in the ...
  
  Timeless Designs
  
  Earthy Murano Glass Spoon Pendant Voluta Shells Cloisonne Set
  
  From our Southwest Flair Collection...featuring an earthy colored matching pendant and earring set from murano glass! The pendant and earrings are ...
  
  JewelsBeru
  
  FUN FUNKY glass shell candy flower necklace
  
  What a fun colorful bead necklace. Beads are art glass and colored shell, highlighted with little siver ball beads. Measures nice long, about ...
  
  Holly Cottage Designs
  
  Angelique - Peach shell, crystal, pearl, and silver 21 necklace
  
  I plucked this necklace from the neck of a mermaid! Actually, I created it with delicate genuine sea shells that have been bonded and dyed the most ...