Currently Inspired: All things Brass

When it comes to current obsessions, it should come as no surprise that we are infatuated with all things brass! Just take a brief stroll through the store and you'll see brass treasures of all kinds spread throughout all our displays. Of course nothing can compare to the beauty of gold, but brass possesses a certain old world charm, where the unique history of each item can be seen and felt right on its own surface. Depending on the age and use of each object, the tones of brass vary so greatly that it makes us even more drawn to it. Currently a treasure trove of brass, the jewelry bar may be our new favorite nook in the store, where it seems every wonderful brass charm you can think of (and then some) has decided to reside. The collection pictured above is just a fraction of our favorite charms that range all the way from bullet casings to tea strainers! With the holiday decor now out of the house, we need something to fill the voids and you better believe we've got our eyes set on filling those empty spaces with all things brass!

Weekend Inspiration: New Jewelry Baubles

It's safe to say this weekend is going to be filled exclusively with making jewelry. With the plethora of new baubles and gems in the store, it's impossible not to be excited to create something. Tiny planes, bullet casings, script letters, reclaimed chandelier pieces, and so much more are filling our jewelry bar, and we can't wait to put them to use! If you're as inspired as we are by these new baubles but need help assembling them, no worries, stop in today or tomorrow and our in-house jewelry designer, Mariel can help you create your perfect custom jewelry piece! Have a great creative weekend!

New Custom Jewelry from the Desk of Mariel

If you remember a few weeks ago we posted about our new in-house jewelry designer, Mariel. Since joining the team, she has been hard at work creating all kinds of beautiful custom pieces for the store and for customers and we want to show them off! Balancing simple with ornate, these unique bracelets and necklaces are the perfect gift for that someone special. If you're looking for something bold and beautiful or subtle and delicate, we've got you covered! Be sure to stop by Fridays and Saturdays for a chance to work one-on-one with artist and create a beautiful piece of jewelry that is completely unique to you!

Get to Know our In-House Jewelry Designer

We are very excited to announce that this summer we will be having an in-house jewelry designer! Currently finishing her final year at SCAD, Mariel is a Jewelry Design major and Metalsmith. Inspired by her beautiful portfolio, we became really excited to create a space for Mariel where she could make custom, one of a kind pieces exclusively for The Paris Market. Utilizing our eclectic baubles from the jewelry bar, Mariel is available for custom designs, where she can create beautiful and unique jewelry pieces just for you! Be sure to stop by soon for a chance to work one-on-one with the artist and to see the rest of Mariel's amazing work!

The Jewelry Bar

On a rainy day like today, there's nothing more satisfying than digging through our jewelry bar. So many treasures are hidden throughout that making a decision on which pieces to select is a near impossibility. With such a unique variety to choose from, the potential for making original, one of a kind jewelry is endless. Accompanied with their own history, our jewelry pieces come from all over the world, including Mexico, France and Peru, making each separate piece all the more intriguing. Whether you're making a bracelet, a necklace, a set of earrings, or anything else, it's bound to attract attention with its original character.

Stop by soon and pick out some beautiful international Jewelry charms. We love thinking what one of a kind pieces you might create!

Available at The Paris Market!

Timeless Gems: Jewelry Prototypes

Over the holiday season we posted about our Paris Market Jewelry Party, in which a group of gem loving gals got together to clean and prepare our large collection of prototype jewelry for sale in our shop. These unique pieces are sample sale items from the 1920s to the 1950s and come in a variety of colors, designs, and styles.

Whether you choose to wear these pieces "as is" or create something completely new, you will love to browse through our coveted collection of vintage prototype jewelry!

Only at The Paris Market!