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November 1, 2012

Every girl loves jewelry! Initialed Jewelry from Designs by Tahra

 I love jewelry.  Really is there any girl that doesn’t?

I love initialed jewelry even more.  I am Southern after all. We tend to monogram and initial anything that sits still long enough.

So when someone combines jewelry with my initial. swoon!

There’s something so personal and special about jewelry that is made custom just for you, and that is just what Tahra from Designs by Tahra does! She hand makes each piece of her gorgeous designs, and they are truly unique!

Here is my beautiful piece that Tahra sent me, with an H for…you guessed it Heather! I have fallen in love with it, I wear it almost everyday and even combine it with other pieces for a fun layered look.  Take a peek at those beautiful earrings as well.  Those were my birthday gift from Vanessa this year, also designed by Tahra.

So side note here…have you ever tried to take a picture of yourself with a tripod and timer, yea…this was 200 photos later. no lie. grin!

 

Not only are Tahra’s pieces beautiful, but her packaging is lovely! Your piece will come in a darling blue box tied with rich a rich dark brown bow and accompanied by a sweet note from Tahra herself!

 


Here’s a few more pieces from Designs by Tahra that I know you’ll love!

How about giving the princess in your life her own piece of custom jewelry! I love this Princess Handstamped Necklace is the perfect combination of sweet and sassy! This necklace has two hand stamped sterling silver pendants and a pink swarovski crystal. The first pendant has the initial of your choice and the second one has a hand stamped crown.

 

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This  Handstamped Copper Mommy Necklace has a rustic feel to it.


 

The pendant has been oxidized and the edges are turned up to add to that old feel. It has a genuine faceted turquoise bead added which pairs well with the copper color.  Tahra includes a sterling silver angel wing to represent the hope we have that our children are safe in our arms. This piece can be customized with up to three stamped names, for a truly one of a kind piece!

 

Another piece I fell in love with is this gorgeous Copper and Sterling Textured Cuff Bracelet!


Tahra can also customize this piece with any word that you would like.  This piece would be so perfect for a teen or young adult…okay so I’m not either of those and I would love this as a gift…hint. hint. 😉

So if anyone out there is wondering what I would like for Christmas..er um…I mean if anyone out there is already looking over that long Christmas list and wondering what to get the women in their lives, why don’t you stop on by Designs by Tahra and visit her gorgeous shop!

As a special treat to our At The Picket Fence readers, Tahra is offering 10% off during November for buying Christmas!

Just use tahra10 at checkout.

You can also follow Tahra on Facebook  to keep updated on her newest pieces and designs.

While considering your holiday giving…consider shopping small business  and supporting women entrepreneurs!

See you Thursday afternoon for Inspiration Friday and thank you for joining me…at the picket fence!

 

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  1. betty says

    October 31, 2012 at 1:17 PM

    Very pretty. I love the bracelet. I love all jewelry too 🙂

    Reply
    • Heather & Vanessa says

      October 31, 2012 at 10:39 PM

      Love the bracelet too! I am definitely a jewelry gal, love it all!

      Heather

      Reply
  2. Leo @ Cottage at the Crossroads says

    October 31, 2012 at 9:41 PM

    Hi Heather,
    The necklace really looks nice. I’m sure Jane would like that for Christmas. Shhhhh. Don’t tell her. I’m gonna check out Designs by Tera. The picture with tripod and timer is good. It must be the subject.

    Reply
    • Heather & Vanessa says

      October 31, 2012 at 10:38 PM

      Awww, thank you Leo! Tahra has some beautiful items and it’s all top-notch! Thank you for stopping by and visiting us at our new “home”. 🙂

      Heather

      Reply
  3. Shirley@Housepitality Designs says

    October 31, 2012 at 9:50 PM

    Just beautiful Heather, oh and the jewelry is beautiful too!! :)….Will go and check out the site!!….Christmas is near!

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    • Heather & Vanessa says

      October 31, 2012 at 10:38 PM

      Thank you Shirley, Tahra does beautiful work!
      Heather

      Reply
  4. Heather says

    October 31, 2012 at 10:32 PM

    Hey Heather ! That’s my initial too! 😉 Love the ‘H’ necklace – looks so pretty on you! Beautiful jewelry Tara makes, I love all the metal elements!

    Reply
    • Heather & Vanessa says

      October 31, 2012 at 10:37 PM

      Thanks! Us Heathers have to stick together. 😉 She does make gorgeous jewelry. 🙂
      Heather

      Reply
  5. Martina says

    November 1, 2012 at 12:58 PM

    Beautiful pieces! Heading over to check it out. These would make beautiful Christmas gifts!

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  6. Yvonne @ StoneGable says

    November 1, 2012 at 1:28 PM

    What beautiful jewelry! I am heading over there now to take a peek!

    Reply

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