I have been bad about keeping this up! The trick is to make enough jewelry so that I can actually post a few shots and let people know they are available for purchase! So - that is what I hope to do tonight.

In addition to the PMC (Precious Metal Clay) - I've also circled back to do some creative re-purposing! I love vintage jewelry and I love to remake pieces that have broken or can be designed into something special. I've also brought back a few pieces in the popular line of "Industrial Chic"... allowing myself to create on a whim. :) If any of these are of interest, please feel free to contact me at Penny_Carter@comcast.net Thank you! Penny

Plum Pink - Penny Carter Designs Signature PMC Piece - 3 - petaled Dogwood - finding beauty in imperfection $32 - $48 (several different sizes/ear wire styles)

Industrial Chic #1 ( Upper Right) $59
Industrial Chic #2 (Right ) $49
Pearl Bracelet #1 $69 (w/vintage ribbon, beads, key)
Pearl Bracelet # 2 - $45
Pearl Bracelet # 3 - $119 (this is suitable for a wedding - a truly,
one of a kind piece due to the amazing vintage center piece)
PMC Fine Silver earrings $32
Vintage Bracelet #1 $45 (antique buttons)$ 45
Vintage Bracelet # 2 (antique buttons) $40

And here are a few more! Hope to see you next Saturday!

Yikes! It's November 1st already! Life is crazy busy, but all is well. Just wanted to share some new designs and let you know I will have only one private show - This coming Saturday, November 7th from 11-3 pm at 1221 NE 21st Ave Portland 97232. Please come and have a glass of bubbly, a sweet or two, and check out new designs for holiday. Thank you for your encouragement & Support!

Penny

I need to post a bit more often! I've been having a great time with Precious Metal Clay and want to share some new designs. This is the "Pearl Wave" Three different types of pearls on a wave of fine silver. This particular piece is pretty heavy and runs $159 for the pendant only.

The ring - The band is made of re-purposed silver (which, as it turned out, happened to have a bit of copper in it - discovered when I when I re-fired it!) The settings consist a beautiful pearl and faceted peridot. The ring also sells for $159 - Size is approximate at 7.5 - 8.

Below is a shot of another wave pendant - this one with a beautiful dark red faceted garnet and pearl - $119







In keeping with a fall theme, I made a mold from an acorn top and created acorn earrings - with beautiful pale blue baroque pearls. Earrings are $58 a pair.


Finally, another ring - this one fashioned from "spiking" PMC from a syringe onto a pre-formed bevel and then cementing in a taupe-colored pearl. This ring is small - size 5 (ish!) :) $69

I'm really excited about working with Precious Metal Clay. It has enabled me to be a bit more creative. You can see these pieces in person on Friday, May 1st (also my dear friend, Polly's birthday! :) ) at

Providence Portland Medical Center - Social Room
4805 NE Glisan
Portland 97213 8 am - 4 pm
Hope to see you there!

MORE DESIGNS!

Just a few more designs ... Once again utilizing materials from recycled jewelry... ultimately breathing new life and creative expression into old pieces.

I do custom work similar to the one on the right - just tell me the color scheme and I'll create it!

Welcome to Penny Carter Designs Blogspot. This blog is intended to show new creations and share information on upcoming sales and retail outlets.

Penny Carter Designs has taken off in a new direction, utilizing materials from recycled jewelry... ultimately breathing new life and creative expression into old pieces.

Currently, Penny Carter Designs can be found at Stella's on NW 21st (NW 21st @ Marshall, Portland, Oregon).

I will be having a holiday sale at my home - 1221 NE 21st Avenue Portland, OR 97232 on Saturday, December 6th from 10 am - 2 pm. Visa/MC accepted. However, I will offer a 10% cash/check discount.

Photos are of current designs - available at Stella's. Check this blog weekly for updated photos and events. Please send an email if you have any questions. Thank you!