SarahzonaDesigns

New Website!!

2011-02-27T16:20:00.000-08:00

Well, my friend Mary and I finally got around to getting a website up and running. She has put a tremendous amount of time into it, and it looks great!! You can also order straight from the site through paypal. Check it out... www.sarahzonadesigns.com

Repurposed Stainless Steel Washers

2010-09-14T07:22:00.000-07:00

I am currently calling this series "water Lilies", but I am open to other suggestions. Crafted from stainless steel washers and recycled glass beads, these not only look fabulous, but are very affordable!!
Pieces shown here are 1" washers. Bracelets: $15.00, earrings: $26.00 More colors available!

Rocks and feathers

2010-09-13T07:01:00.001-07:00

Wow, it's been awhile since I posted any new work! I guess I've been preoccupied with Facebook :-0

The necklaces are forged steel and sterling with rock accents. The black rock came from Kodiak, AK, and the other one I found in Sedona. I forged the feathers out of 5/16" round steel stock. They each are a little over 2" long. The pieces hang on steel cable, and are about 17". $165.00

Flower Power

2010-04-16T17:42:00.001-07:00

Spring is here, and all kinds of flowers are sprouting, even metal ones! These necklaces have a 1 1/2" stainless steel pendant, with a sterling flower motif. The glass bead color combos are just about endless! The above piece is hanging on a 16" sterling chain. $55.00
I'm liking orange these days, and just got these cute orange whiteheart beads. On a leather cord, these necklaces are $38.00.

Peace

2010-04-08T16:23:00.000-07:00

I have been getting some requests for peace signs, and finally got around to making some. This pendant is a 1 1/4" steel square, with a sterling peace sign overlaid onto it. It is shown here hanging on a gunmetal gray rubber cord, available in 16 or 18" lengths. As shown, or with a black rubber cord, they are $40.00.
I can also hang them on a steel ball chain($35.00) Or a sterling snake chain($65.00). Stay tuned, I'm gonna see how they look in bronze....

Jewelry can be purchased by paypal(I'll email you a link), or a credit card over the phone.

eharms325@aol.com

3 Ring Circus

2010-02-15T06:04:00.000-08:00

This is a 1 1/2" stainless steel washer with a sterling silver overlay. It is a piece in my new series, and has all kinds of 'three ring' themes going on. Strung on a rubber cord with a sterling silver lobster clasp, $36.00. This piece is also available on a steel cable($40.00), sterling snake chain($55.00), or steel ball chain($32.00).

Coming up March 13 at The Jerome Artists' Cooperative Gallery: "Three Ring Circus" A featured artist show including the works of Ellen Jo Roberts, Christy Fisher, and me.
In keeping with the theme, I have decided to focus on the 'three ring' aspect of the title, and have been making some pieces that include stainless steel washers.
The circle is such an archetypal symbol, and can represent so many different things, such as the sun, moon, planets, eternity, perfection, wholeness, and many other things. For me the circle represents perfection, wholeness, and a oneness with the Universe. In the piece above, I have intentionally overlaid a silver circle off center, to represent the perfection of imperfection. I believe that everything is as it is meant to be, and trying to attain an idea of "perfection"(circle in the center) is an act of futility. The piece is perfect the way it is. As humans, we all have our imperfections, but are all perfect just the way we are. I do not however, believe that this is an excuse to be a slacker. Doing our very best is perfect in itself, but trying to attain "perfection" is another impossible story, and can drive people to all kinds of destructive behaviors and mental distress. When we realize that life is happening the way it is supposed to, we can focus on the things that really matter to us, and live life in happiness and contentment, rather than getting stuck trying to fulfill some perceived ideas of perfection.
The necklace above is stainless steel and sterling, with recycled glass bead accents. The center circle is 1 1/2", and hangs on a 16" sterling snake chain with a handcrafted clasp. $125.00
The above bracelet is mild steel with 14K and sterling overlays. The rectangles are made from 1/2" flat bar stock, and are about 5/8' long. I have coated the whole bracelet with wax to preserve the finish, and keep the steel from rusting. Approx. 7 3/4" long $275.00
This necklace has forged steel links, and a pendant that's 1 1/4"x 1 1/2" Steel and sterling. $150.00
I like to call this pendant "Live out Loud", as it looks like an exclamation point to me. It is mild steel, stainless steel, and sterling. The circle is an inch in diameter. This piece hangs on a sterling snake chain, but it could also be made on a rubber cord. $90.00
These earrings are forged out of 1/4" round steel stock. I like the way the edges are kind of wavy. With the round stock, I am able to keep the earrings at a wearable weight. The rectangles are about 1/2" x 3/4" and are overlaid with sterling. Also available with a 14K overlay, copper, or a combination.....as shown, $36.00
Yesterday was Valentine's Day, so I was in heart mode there for awhile. This one is about 3/4" square, and hangs on a steel ball chain. I like to include symbolism in my work, and as well as being the Universal symbol of love, the heart is a West African Andinkra symbol for patience and tolerance. I love that! $32.00 on a steel ball chain as shown. Also available on a rubber cord($36.00), steel cable($40.00) or a sterling snake chain($55.00)

eharms325@aol.com

Bar Stock Pendants

2010-01-21T13:34:00.000-08:00

After watching a blacksmithing demo that included some forge welded overlays, I was inspired to make these pendants. I soldered some square silver wire onto some steel bar stock, then hammered the silver flat. I love the look!! All four of these were made with 3/4" wide stock. The rectangles are 3/4"x1". They are hanging on steel ball chains and rubber cords. $32.00 on the chain, and $36.00 on a rubber cord.

eharms325@aol.com

Cindy's Necklace

2009-11-19T17:13:00.000-08:00

A friend of my sister's, who lives in Anchorage sent me a rock she found there so I could make a necklace for her. I liked it so much, i made another one with a Sedona Red Rock. The stone is set in sterling with forged steel accenting Its about 2 1/2' wide. The chain is sterling and steel, with recycled glass bead accents. The whole piece is about 22" long, but can be worn shorter by moving the clasp over. $300.00

eharms325@aol.com

Linked Bracelets

2009-11-19T17:07:00.000-08:00

Sterling and steel linked bracelets with recycled glass beads accents. So comfy to wear, these are perfect for everyday wear. $75.00

Sterling and steel make these simple pieces easy to wear with anything, all the time! $42.00

Linked bracelets vary slightly in length from 7 1/2"-8" I will be happy to make a custom length if needed.

Small Spiral Necklaces

2009-11-19T07:43:00.000-08:00

These are some of the bead colors I have available......The small ones, from left to right are: Black, light moss green, dk brown, light brown, spring, mali blue, and bright blue. Also avaliable but not shown are: dark moss green and amber.

Hand forged steel spirals hang on an adjustable cotton cord and are accented with recycled glass beads. The adjustable cord makes these necklaces perfect for a variety of necklines, and are a good size for the younger crowd. $14.00 Small hearts are also available.

Steel Spiral Bracelet

2009-11-19T07:39:00.000-08:00

These bracelets are on adjustable cotton cords, so they'll fit just about any wrist. With recycled glass bead accents, these make great teacher gifts! Also a rgeat gift for the man who likes bracelets. $15.00

Steel Her Heart Necklace

2009-10-01T12:36:00.000-07:00

I just finished this batch of heart necklaces. They are about 2" wide, and are forged out of 1/4" round steel stock, and have recycled glass bead accents. Hanging on adjustable waxed cotton cord, these necklaces are very versatile, and will look great on a variety of necklines. Steel has been coated with wax to protect it from rust, but should be kept away from water if possible. No hot tubbing in these babies!

forged steel necklace

2009-07-25T11:22:00.000-07:00

This is the second necklace of this nature. I keep having the Sesame St song in my head..."one of these things is not like the other one".... Forged steel and silver, on a stainless steel cable $700.00

Bangles

2009-03-05T05:42:00.000-08:00

I have been on a little bracelet binge the last few days. I REALLY like the bangles. They are crafted from steel. I weld them together, and give them a slightly hammered texture. When I showed them to my 11 year old, he said they were magic bracelets. I believe we are all intuitive on some level, whether we know it or not, so I did not take this comment lightly. When I asked him why they were magic, he told me because when you're wearing them, you can have anything you want.
On that note, I have decided to call them Intention Bangles. With different colors and symbols, these bracelets can be used as meditiation tools, reminding the wearer to focus on what is desired in their life, enabling the manifestation of those desires.
I am offering some general suggestions for the colors and symbols, but you may interpret them any way you want. Pink is representative of love, while green is for growth or abundance. The 'eye' beads are a symbol of protection. $20.00 with one bead charm.

Black and white can represent balance(yin/yang). These colors can also be seen in the silver/steel combo. $35.00 with one bead charm and wrapped silver.

Blue is a nice peaceful color, and can help to focus one's attention on CALM. Brown is grounding, and also a combination of colors. $40.00 with three bead charms and silver accents. $25.00 with just the bead accents. I can spread them evenly around the bangle too.

The moon can represent many things. Female energy is just one thing that comes to mind.
$55.00 with five bead charms and one silver moon charm.

Again, the puzzle piece, which is the logo for Autism Awareness, but can also mean many other things for the wearer..putting one's life together, mysteries of life, or I like jigsaw puzzles :-)

$55.00 with five bead charms and one silver puzzle charm.

I also made some bangles with no charms that look awesome stacked together, or in combination with the charmed bangles. Plain steel bangles are $15.00 each. Yes, I said $15.00!!! With the silver accents, they're $35.00 each OMG Can you stand it? I love being able to make affordable art!

I coat the steel with wax to prevent rusting, and it will also prevent tarnish on the silver. The steel makes a great jingling sound with the silver. The first time I wore one, I kept thinking the cat was nearby with his jingling tags...;-)

Specific colors are not necessary. I will be happy to creat a fabulous combo just for you!

Bridges for Autism Foundation

2009-02-04T07:39:00.000-08:00

A long time friend of mine has a child with autism, and started a Foundation to support families with children who share this mysterious, and often misunderstood condition. The puzzle piece is a symbol for autism. i have designed some sterling sliver puzzle piece necklaces to support these families, and The Bridges for Autism Foundation. For each necklace purchased, I will donate $20.00 from the purchase price of $40.00 to the Bridges for Autism Foundation. For more info on the Foundation, visit their site at http://www.bridgesforautismfoundation.org/.
Each necklace is a one of a kind puzzle piece, 1"-1.5", and hangs on a stainless stee ball chain, 16" or 18" long. I make each one different, just like each child is an individual, but they all share a common material...

background

2009-01-22T18:01:00.000-08:00

So, when I'm posting, I have to work backwards, but today I forgot about that. These are a few of the photos I took today with a different background than the post after this, which I actually took first. I like this background better, but I can't do group shots because I have to hang the pieces. I will stay behind the camera for a little longer.... BRDPDSM2 Beach rock on top and red rock on the bottom. $65.00 each

This silver flower is fabricated out of square wire that I bend, cut, solder, file and sand, until it all comes together. It's strung on a leather cord with recycled glass beads from Africa as accents. The color choices hang above the necklace, and are from left to right: Bright blue, Bali blue, light blue, light brown, dark brown, green, and black. Real life colors will vary from the computer screen, but they are all nice, and slightly more subdued. WFPD-$45.00 also avaliable on a silver ball chain without beads for $60.00. 1.25" dia.

Descriptions of these pendants can be found in the the next post. I had to shoot with the different background though.

These too, are in the older post next to this one.

Silver and Stones

2009-01-22T16:24:00.000-08:00

Well, it's been quite awhile since I posted any work. I guess I've been slacking on photo taking, and concentrating more on making the jewelry. Anyway, I have spent the past couple days photographing some work. The following pictures were intended for a catalog, so I was doing some group shots. I'm not happy enough with them to spend $$$ on having them printed, but they will do for the blog. Here is another Rock Goddess. They have been quite popular. This one is going to The Enchantment Resort in Sedona. She is 4" long, with a Sedona red rock head and an Alaska rock body. I create them by selecting the shapes that go the best together, with one usually being a red rock. Each one is truly unique, and has her own distinct personality. OKGPD-$175.00

I stamp ROCK GODDESS on the back, unless someone wants a different message.

These are what I call Landscape Pendants. They are all One fo a Kind, but have the same general theme. The size and shape of the stones dictates the size and shape of the piece, but I keep them in a relatively uniform size range. These ones are 1.5 inches long. I use a variety of rocks, including Sedona red rocks, rocks from Jerome and other AZ locations, and Lake Michigan beach rocks. I will select a fabulous combination for you or you may specify a general color combo. OKLPDSM-$175.00

These pendants have been really popular all over the place! They are on the smaller side, about 1"-1.5" in diameter, and hang on sterling ball chains. I stamp various little messages on the back, like: LOVE, PEACE, NOW, or my personal fave-ROCK ON. Kinda punny, huh :-) The shapes and colors of the rocks vary greatly, but you may specify red rocks, dark or light beach rocks. I would be thrilled to put a personal message or name on one for you! Click on the photos to enlarge them. The codes for these BSRPDSM2 and BSRPDSM1. 2 is for the rectangular rays, and 1 is for the triangular rays. $65.00 each

These necklaces have also been good sellers. They are bigger than the ones above, but still are nice for every day wear. The suns range in size from 1.75"-2.5". With more room on the back, I stamp longer messages: PEACE LOVE SUNSHINE, LET YOUR SOUL SHINE , LIVE OUT LOUD, etc... They are strung on a leather cord, about 18" long. I also include various bead accents. I have a good assortment of beads(I always include recycled glass from Africa), black and brown leather, and usually pick what I feel like on any given day. The color of the rocks help me choose. You may specify a general color theme and I will make it happen in a beautiful way. $95.00 each. Oh the codes are BSRPD2 and BSRPD1.

These bracelets are really comfy to wear, because the connecting jumprings lay flat against your wrist. Messages are stamped on each stone, so I try and stick with a theme. EARTH AIR FIRE WATER LOVE, LIVE LOVE LAUGH DREAM CREATE, LIFE IS NOW.

BSRLB1 is on the top with five stones about .75"-1" wide. $250.00

BSRMNLB1 is slghtly smaller, with three stones about.5"-.75" wide. $175.00

The above earrings are all available with either red rocks or beach rocks(light or dark).

Top left: BSRE2JRSP $125.00 about 2.5"long

Top right: BSRE2L $90.00 about 1.5" long

Middle: BSRE1 $85.00 1"-1.5" long

Bottom two: BSRE1SP $110.00 about 2" long

This was the first group shot I took, with a little bit of everything. It gives you a little idea of scale.

Please remember that each piece of jewelry is handcrafted by me, and the stones are used the way I find them, so they are truly one of a kind. All the sun rays are individually cut and soldered onto the custom made stone setting, then filed and sanded smooth. All the silver is given a satin finish, which gives the jewelry a soft look, complimenting the stones nicely.

Feedback is always appreciated, on the work and the photos!

Comet Pin

2008-10-14T18:40:00.000-07:00

I thought this pin looked like a shooting star, so I stamped "wish" on the back of the bezel. I think the rock is fossilized coral. Or maybe its a moon rock or a meteorite...

Sterling and steel $75.00

More Necklaces

2008-10-11T06:33:00.000-07:00

This photo is not the greatest. I was getting these necklaces tagged to bring to the Co-op, and thought I would take a quick shot. It's been awhile since I posted.
Anyway, I really like all of these pieces. The necklace on the bottom is steel with recycled glass beads that were made in Africa. I like the look of the beads with my work, so will continue to use them as accents. I found a source where I can order direct from the artist, which I think is pretty cool. It was fun to track the package! I digress again. The steel necklace sells for $30.00.
The necklace in the middle combines steel spirals with a bezel set rock and glass beads. $125.00
The necklace on the top has a bezel set rock and glass beads. $95.00
All three are strung on leather cords(16") with hand crafted(by me) sterling clasps.

Landscape in Metal Pendant

2008-08-31T07:18:00.000-07:00

With a Sedona red rock and a rock I found in Jerome, this pendant is an awesome Arizona landscape! It is 2.5" wide and 1.75" high and hangs on an 18" snake chain. Weighing in at over an ounce of silver! $250.00

Stacking Rings

2008-08-22T17:15:00.000-07:00

These satin finished sterling silver rings are nice by themselves, or way cool with a few stacked together. I wear four gold ones stacked, and have for years. In silver, they're $40.00 for one ring. I haven't priced gold recently, but they would probably be around $250.00-$275 each. I'm amazed at the high cost of gold! Each ring is about 2mm wide.

Not the best photo, but you can get an idea of how they look when stacked together.

Necklace

2008-08-15T08:31:00.000-07:00

I found this rock in Kodiak, AK a long time ago when my sister Cathy was living there. I really like the way this piece turned out. The forged steel looks very cool with the matte finished silver. The necklace is about 18" long, and the rock is close to 1 1/2" wide. The steel pieces are attached to silver snake chain with a hand crafted clasp. $175.00

bracelet

2008-08-09T07:40:00.001-07:00

This linked bracelet feels really nice when wearing. The jump rings all lay flat around the wrist. 7.5" long, $90.00. Steel spirals with sterling links and clasp.

steel spiral earringsFSSPE-JR

2008-08-06T16:50:00.000-07:00

These earrings are a little longer than the original steel spirals, with assorted beads(I've shown two) and a jump ring dangle. Lots of good movement. $35.00

Landscape Necklace

2008-07-30T15:43:00.000-07:00

I made the square frame awhile ago, but wasn't inspired to finish it until this morning. I think it looks very cool, and I can picture a series of "landscapes". This piece is 1 and 3/4" square. It has a nice weight to it, and hangs on a sterling snake chain that adjusts from 18-22", with a hand crafted clasp. On the back I stamped APPRECIATE THE BEAUTY IN ALL THINGS. $225.00

Heart Necklace-FSHPD1SM

2008-07-23T11:40:00.000-07:00

The extreme close up makes this heart look huge, but it's only about an inch across. Strung on a 16" leather cord with a hand crafted sterling clasp, the heart is recycled steel with a wax coating to prevent rust. I have issues with commercially made clasps, so I make all of my clasps myself. One of my little Virgo things. These are only $22.00!

Find your Way to Peace Pendant

2008-07-23T11:30:00.000-07:00

I've got to figure out how to get clearer photos. They seem to be in focus, but the soft look of the satin finish makes the pieces look blurry.
Anyway, this pendant is sterling silver on an 18" snake chain. My intention was to combine the peace sign with a sun motif, but when it was finished, it looked more like a compass rose to me. That's where the title came from. It's about an inch and a quarter in diameter. $95.00

Red Rock Pendant-BSRPD2-SP

2008-07-23T11:00:00.000-07:00

I found this rock in a dry creek bed in Sedona right off Chavez Ranch Rd. It's on the way to Crescent Moon Ranch, where I take all the pictures of Cathedral Rock. It is set in sterling and comes with a 16" chain. The pendant itself is about 2" long. The word 'LOVE' is stamped on the back. $80.00

WSRE2-BD EARRINGS

2008-07-23T10:33:00.001-07:00

These earrings are crafted in sterling, out of square and rectangle wire. Each little triangle has been sawed out of rectangle wire, and soldered on to the square wire. I then file and sand the whole piece until all the seams have disappeared. So, the work looks very simple, but actually is pretty labor intensive. About 1.25 in long, these sell for $55.00, or $50.00 without the beads.

Earrings

2008-07-23T09:55:00.000-07:00

Last week I was accepted into the Tempe Arts Fest. It is a huge show at the beginning of December. I am working on more designs for that now. These earrings are about 2 and 1/2" long. The top part is steel, and the spiral is sterling. I like the look of the two metals together. I have tons of different colored beads for accents. These sell for $36.00.

Necklaces

2008-05-22T12:32:00.000-07:00

I am doing a lot of new work right now, trying to come up with designs that incorporate silver and steel. The choker above is strung on a 15" leather cord and has a hand made sterling clasp. SOLD

I kind of like the contrast between the rustic feeling steel and silver chain, and the clean and contemporary goddess pendant attached to the chain. I'm working on different pendants to go on the chain. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated!

Rock Goddess

2008-05-20T11:58:00.001-07:00

This pendant is sterling silver with a Sedona Red Rock and a Lake Michigan beach rock. Stamped on the back is Rock Goddess. She is about 3" long, and hangs on a 20" sterling snake chain with a hand crafted clasp. $175.00 Have I mentioned that all the pieces shown on this blog are available to purchase?

steel hearts

2008-05-16T15:13:00.000-07:00

OMG are these cute or what?! After I made the small spirals, I had to try some hearts. They are about 7/8" wide, and probably a little over an inch long. $28.00

2008-05-15T10:47:00.000-07:00

I'm having fun with the small steel stock. I think it was a kind of hardware cloth or something. It's got a nice little texture on it that shows up sometimes on the front of the pieces. This little spiral is strung on a sterling snake chain that's about 15 inches long. A perfect choker length. $42.00.

I also strung some on a 15"ish ball chain. A little more casual and only $32.00! On a leather cord they are $22.00.

I'm practicing my welding skills with small stock as well. I think this tribal looking piece came out pretty nice. It's strung on a leather cord (about 17") with a hand crafted sterling hook clasp. $28.00

Forged Steel Spiral Pendants

2008-05-07T16:38:00.000-07:00

I always try to use scrap metal, but sometimes I have to buy round stock for these pendants. They are strung on waxed cotton cord, and are adjustable by pulling the knots apart at the back. I always assort the beads. Most of the beads are from Africa, and are crafted from recycled glass. $20.00

Forged Steel Spiral Earrings

2008-05-07T16:14:00.001-07:00

I'm totally excited to be making steel and sterling earrings! These spirals are 7.8" in diameter by 1.5" long. Those are measured dimensions. The post below this one has approximates before I actually measured them :) $28.00

Forged Steel Spiral Earrings

2008-05-07T15:47:00.000-07:00

I found some scrap steel in the 'stable' here that's the perfect size for earrings! So the sprial is forged, recycled steel, the beads are recycled coke bottles(made in Africa), and the earwires are sterling silver. The spirals are about an inch in diameter, with the total length about 2". $28.00.

PEACE, LOVE, SUNSHINE

2008-05-04T16:25:00.000-07:00

This necklace contains a Sedona Red Rock set in sterling as a focal point, with glass bead accents, all strung on a brown leather cord with a hand made sterling clasp. The words PEACE LOVE SUNSHINE are stamped on the back of the sun. Also available with a beach rock or black leather cord. $95.00

forged steel heart

2008-05-02T20:42:00.001-07:00

These forged steel hearts are available as necklaces or keychains. I accent them with various types of glass beads, including antique and recycled glass beads from Africa. They are coated with wax to preserve the finish, and strung on waxed cotton cord. The necklace is adjustable. $20.00. Keychains are $18.00

Sun Moon Earrings

2008-05-02T12:07:00.000-07:00

These sterling earrings are about 1.25 inches long. I fabricate the shapes with square wire, sawing it on the diagonal for the sun rays and soldering them all together. I could easily have someone cast them for me, but where would the fun in that be? The black rings are anodized aluminum. Available in other colors including all silver and silver with gold filled rings. $48.00

Sun and Moon Bracelet

2008-05-02T07:05:00.000-07:00

This linked bracelt is about a half an inch wide. Nice scale for every day wear. Sterling silver with beach rocks that vary in color from black to almost white, with shades of grays and tans in between. I have stamped the words PEACE LOVE JOY on the back. $175.00. May be customized with small words of your choice(longer words wouldn't fit).

Handcrafted jewelry

2008-05-02T06:27:00.000-07:00

This linked bracelet is Sterling silver with Sedona Red Rocks. I stamped various adjectives on the back of each stone. The bracelet is currently at the Jerome Artist's Coop, so I don't remember exactly which words I used, but it was something like-LIVE LOVE LAUGH DREAM CREATE. This piece sells for $250.00. I can customize one for you with the words of your choice.

This pendant is on a 20" sterling chain and has 'LOVE ROCKS' stamped on the back. Sterling silver, Sedona Red Rock, and a Kodiak, AK Black Rock. It sells for $95.00

Soon I will have a PayPal button for purchasing online, but for now, please contact me for purchasing info. THANKS!