Pendants--Essential Collection
Dapper Fox and Foxy DaphneI mean, who knows if this beautiful woman in black, running down an autumn lane's name is actually Daphne, but I thought it matched better with "Dapper Fox" than, say, "Llewellyn".
Soft Shoe Dancers and Soft Shelled Dancing CrabsSo, you know how crabs shed their shells and they are 'soft shelled' for a short period of time while their new shells calcify? Well, did you also know that they dance around like soft-shoed tap dancers of the early 1900s? Little known fact.
Floral Bird and D InitialWhat does "D" stand for? (please tell me in the notes when purchasing!) The "D" comes from an ancient illumination in a manuscript. The paired image is of a fabulous bird flying through a flower garden. Gorgeous.
Dewy Spiderweb and CloseupThe spiderweb is beautifully decorated with dew droplets. The other side has an extreeeeeme close up. Can you guess of what? Hint: it could get caught in the spiderweb. (Message me for the answer!)
Riding NatureThese quaint old advertisements from Italy (I believe... or maybe Greece) picture a girl riding on a grasshopper like it's a motorcycle, and a boy riding on a puffer fish, holding a sea star. It's just so cheery and fun! Hop on!
Owl and NitaNita Naldi was an American silent film actress who often played the vamp or femme fatale roles similar to Theda Bara. This painting of her adorned the cover of a magazine called Picture-Play in 1923. On the flip side of this pendant, a desert owl, perches, surveying all it can. The owl, of course, is a symbol of wisdom. And they are so cute too. Double bonus.
Conservation Message and Bouncy BallsI need one of them bouncy balls to sit on and move about. Oh, and hey, stop destroying my planet so I can keep the bouncy ball here.
Leonids and Spring SprayThe Leonid asteroid showers were particularly dense in 1833 when this technicolor painting of them over Niagara Falls was made. A similarly colorful spray of flowers with a graceful lady sits on the other side. Both so lovely, evocative of another era.
Calla Lilies and Nude Flower PickerSubtle and gorgeous as the morning dew. A crepuscular nude figure picks flowers. Two calla lilies stand tall. And to accentuate the beauty of these two images, a fresh water pearl dangles below.
Wintertime Solace and FriendsIs wintertime your favorite time of year? The solid riverbed whispers of the quiet that winter offers. On the flip side, two little children make their way through the snowstorm together. Awwww.
Wintertime Solace and MuchaShhhhhh! You might hear the crackle of this stealthy night walking woman on the snow. A rare Alphonse Mucha painting--who is she? What is she doing in the winter night? Looking down the river you only have a few moments left to find her before the sun disappears. The frozen riverbed whispers of how quiet wintertime can be.
Leap FrogThe classic old game of leapfrog here, illustrated by different artists, both of whom take a rather literal interpretation of the game.
CalisthenicsOne is dumbells. The other? I have no idea how this is supposed to work. It fascinates me, though.
Libatious Cock and Dramatic Peacock DameThe black and white drawing of this chick with a peacock on her lap is enough to make anyone lascivious. And then there's the cock drinking wine on the other side. Just to keep things real.
Cat Snowcat and HeadgearThe neighborhood striped kitty rubs the whiskers of the striped snowcat who is visiting. So cute!! On the other side, a girl, I imagine her to be in 7th grade, smiles for her yearbook photo, headgear and all. We know how that awkwardness can feel...
Sewing and Camper PicnicThe color schemes are similar. Are the topics, too? Sorta domestic? Things we enjoy doing but sort of feel resentful about doing too? Or is that just me....?
Night Fairy and Ruth St. DenisRuth was sort of like a fairy.
Sin Wave and RainbowA kudzu patch (is that what it is?) takes the impressively mathematical shape of a sin wave. Math nerds will appreciate the beauty of this. Anyone will appreciate the beauty of a rainbow over a golden canopy.
Early Telephone and Recording DeviceYoung girls liked to talk on the phone from the very first days of the telephone. The smartphone addiction is nothing new. In the other photo, a native American chief is being interviewed and his voice recorded.
BraveryYou don't know what's behind that door. You have to go through it to find out. You must be brave. One side reads, "Drawing his sword, he rushed at the monster."
Dawn and Water Birds PendantThis pendant is a bit longer than some, making it a bit more dramatic. And the drama is warranted with these lovely images: Dawn (or is that Dusk?) languidly invites the coming day (or night?) on one side, while a trio of water birds discuss their plans on the other.
Bison and Show HeiferThe wild buffalo of the Wild West, and a European show cow dressed in her finest!
The Serpent LadiesSnakes! Ladies! Snake ladies! If you or someone you know loves snakes (dance with snakes)....this is PERFECT. The vintage hutzpah of this pendant is fierce.
Fawn and Heart LightsSo simple, sweet, elegant. This pendant looks great from far away and up close. On one side a curious fawn looks directly into your eyes. On the other side, a cascade of lights in the shapes of hearts shower down.
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Soft Sun and Suzy DeguezThis sun is soft and calming. Rising? Setting? Doesn't matter. Lovely. On the flip side lives an old performance poster for Suzy Deguez. For the days you're feeling a bit more dramatic than zen.
Underwater Nude and Above Water AquanautThe title speaks for itself. All sorts of metaphors in there.
Erte Fashion Plate and GlamourErte's fashion plates were so evocative of the era. These days, costumers around the world still harken to them for ideas. In this one, a lady boasts sleeves made entirely from long dangly chains off arm bracelets. How decadent! On the other side, another lady lounges in her own style of glamorousness.
Mythic Odyssey and HarpiesThe hero's journey! You supply the specific plot and storyline...
Swan and DrunkardsThe juxtaposition of this pendant is so blatant, I don't think I need to say anything else!
Russian Castle and Deer with IcicleThe springtime deer hasn't yet melted the icicle that drips below this pendant! The shape of the silvertone drop mimics the shape of the turrets of the Russian castle. It's a magical pendant.
Ladies with Yellow BustlesFit for a queen! A single yellow swarovski crystal and fresh water pearl dangle below these two images.
Art Nouveau Ladies in PastelGeorges le Feure's work of the art nouveau era was exquisitely unique. Two lovely ladies adorn this pendant: one brunette, one blonde, both in earthy tones of pastels. Perhaps they remind you of two special ladies in your life? Mother, aunts, sisters, daughters, nieces, friends?
Joan of Arc and Dazzling Ocean SunsetI imagine this was the sort of divine affirmation Joan of Arc saw when she decided to lead her troupes into battle. Is this sun set? Sun rise? Does it matter?
Glowing Deer and Seraphim.Yes, this image is from Harry Potter, but the story of a glowing deer comes from another place in my life. This pendant is longer than most and has that extra special shape, therefore. You will be enormously complimented on this pendant. It is stunning.
Solitude On Beach and In SnowHow do you enjoy your solitude? So many ways are possible. Sometimes it's introspective, sometimes it's creative, sometimes it's just lonely. It's all necessary for the balance of things.
Corviid's RavensThe first in a series of artist collaboration pendants, these images were created by Raven Ebner of Corviid Art. Purchasing this pendant will support both Alyssum Pohl of Verdance (who created the pendant), and Raven Ebner of Corviid (who created the artwork in the pendant). You can also find her work here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/Corviid?ref=shop_sugg and here: http://corviid.deviantart.com/
Winter and SnowdropSnowdrops are the first flowers to peek through the ground in spring. You may still be enjoying the warmth of your muff and wrap, and the snowdrops may peek out to say hello!
Girl's ChildhoodTwo black and white pictures of a girl's childhood live on this pendant. On one side, a young girl stands against the wall, with all her dolls also facing the wall. On the other side, two images are merged into one--wherein two girls sit on some stairs; friends in one case, and enemies in the other.
Mountain Lake Reflection and Indian JewelsI love how the reflection of the sky in the mountain lake on one side of the pendant is similar to the 'reflection' on the other side of the pendant. It's not actually a reflection; it's two Indian earrings side by side. The colors on both sides are rich and lovely. There is something deep and quiet about this pendant.
Ancient Doodle and A BeautyFrom the cover of the National Police Gazette, 1907, "A beauty of Paris. It does not make a particle of difference what her name might be..." I wonder if she would have agreed. I celebrate her here, and wish that we did have her name. On the other side, an ancient doodle of a thorn bush decorates the margins of this manuscript.
Bouquet and Miner"It's dark as a dungeon and damp as the dew
Where the dangers are double and the pleasures are few Where the rain never falls and the sun never shines It's dark as a dungeon way down in the mines" Here's a little tribute to my Kentucky roots. This miner is ready, with his gas mask and lantern to head on down to save someone who was trapped in a collapsed mine. Maybe the bouquet of flowers sitting on a simple wooden chair await the safe return of the trapped man. 
Classical StoneworkLike the David, and like the gorgons.
Pray AbstractWith eyes closed, is she praying? Is she asleep? On the other side, an abstract image exists. Both look really beautiful from far away as well as up close.
Datura and Magpies"The magpie is a most illustrious bird
dwells in a diamond tree one brings sorrow and one brings joy sorrow and joy for me The magpie is a most royal bird black and blue as night i would that I had feathers three black and blue and white I saw the gentle magpie bird in dusky yester-eve one brought sorrow and one brought joy and sooner than soon did leave" --Donovan Leitch 
Still Lifes with and without Insects.The elegant black and white still life with blossoms is wearable any day. It is stunning far away as well as up close. The other side depicts colorful berries and limbs with caterpillars, butterflies, and other insects. It's crawling with life...the best kinds!
The patina on this pendant comes from having been in salt air for a few days. I can seal it to remain like that if you like it, or I can polish it for you and it will be good as new. Let me know which you prefer! 
Deep Sea Angler and Surface BreakSurely I'm not the only one who thinks the creatures of the deep are freaking amazing. This angler fish has a light that it hangs in front of its face that attracts other creatures which it can then attack and eat! Clever! On the other side, someone emerges from the deep, triumphant! There is an old greek word for emerging like this from water, "anodyomene."
SnoopiesSnoopy on a rustic doghouse, tin roof, tin siding. Snoopy keepin' it real. On the other side, Snoopy (plush version) gets to meet an astronaut in the hallway!! How much more exciting can it get?
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Betty shoveling it downThree shovels whose metal bits have been cut out to look like lace (!!!) on one side. On the other, a picture from the 1950's, the caption of which can be read, "Betty, shoveling it down." Clearly this is a play on words. It's also an appreciative nod to how womanliness, expectations, and shovel-use has changed over the years. This pendant measures slightly less than an inch in height.
Peacock and L InitialWhat does "L" stand for? (Please tell me when you purchase ) An ancient illumination of a peacock adorns the other side. This perfect square pendant looks great decorating your decoletage.
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Vintage ExercisersGet your excercise costume! Comes in both female and male styles! This pendant features vintage advertisement images for some of the first calisthenics costumes made at the turn of the century. Pretty fabulous if you ask me.
Sphinx and FirebirdsWhether you're feeling black-and-white or epically colorful, this one's got it. Sphinx on one side, and stained glass design of imperial pheasants (firebirds) on the other. The extra length makes this pendant stand out between your collarbones. It's just YES.
Plunge and EmergeOn one side, a body plunges into the deep. On the other side, a version of Venus de Milo emerges from the sea. Delve in, give yourself over to that enormous project. Emerge, nascent and perfect, realizing the world for the first time. Every day, do both.
DomesticityI love how wry and snarky this pendant is. Suggestion for the dating lady, "Don't sit in awkward positions-- and never look bored, even if you are. Be alert, and if you must chew gum (not advised), do it silently, mouth closed". And buttons.
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Man Pushing Moon and Popping BubbleThese two orbs, both being "touched" by humans, one enormous and eternal, the other fleeting but physically here on Earth.
Stringy Flowers and Collage.This pendant looks really cool from far away. The flowers look like a grey pattern until you get closer and see they're ink-drawn flowers on a white background. On the other side, a wallaby sits on a dresser, contemplating the herringbone design around it.
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