Jewelry with Meaning


My New: Favorite Thing

Once upon a time, when I was a fashion forward city girl, I wore every accessory imagineable. Bracelets, earrings, pins, necklaces, and rings, you name it, I wore it. Things changed though when I moved to the mountains. By adopting a more relaxed, albeit plain attire, I also began pairing down the "bling-bling". Piece by piece, my everday flair dwindled to just one essential. The only thing you find me wearing on a daily basis now is a necklace.

Currently, I have a few different necklaces that I enjoy wearing. However, most of the time I will stick with the one in particular that is resonating with me the most. Although, I don't alternate too often. I have a well known habit of wearing things out when I really like them. For example, I wore one necklace, day in and day out, that my best friend gave to me as a gift. That thoughtful token means so many different things to me, and is one that will definitely remain in my top favorites. Always. But recently, as good fortune would have it, someone bestowed upon me a very special handmade piece that has quickly become my new favorite.

Meet my Birdie
My Birdie

This gift came from a lovely and talented lady by the name of Lisa Leonard, who is the creative mind behind Lisa Leonard Designs, a purveyor of simple yet sophisticated collectibles. Upon receiving my uniquely crafted work of art, I examined and reveled upon the hand-cut and hand-stamped medallion I held. You can instantly tell that Lisa devotes great care to her work. My little birdie even sings me a song! A little secret that you won't know until you own one yourself, is that the pearl accent she adds creates a melodic tink which resounds with every movement--I love the sound it makes. That sort of unexpected detail is what makes her jewelry so special, and as a result, a pleasure to own. I already want another one :)

Throughout Lisa's online shop you are sure to find many different treasures to add to your "I'm going to own that!" list. As a matter of fact, you will probably find a handful! I especially like her custom "mommy necklaces", they are the perfect keepsakes! Right now seems like an opportune time to cash in on Mother's Day--not that it's about the gifts ;). To sweeten the pot, she even passed along a coupon code to WW readers! So, if you are looking for a keepsake that is as wonderfully unique as you are, Lisa Leonard Designs is definitely the place to go.

Use code welcome15 for 15% off!
I am sooo tempted to use it, would that be bad?! haha

She has a brand new website that is super cute!
Click on the button above & it will take you to her online store & lovely blog.

Have a wonderful weekend :)

33 comments:

  1. I have a necklace that never comes off. Funny how we get stuck with something like that. I like your birdie!

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  2. I'm so in love with all things birdie - so cute.

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  3. I randomly found her blog around Christmas time...and since my nickname is Bird...I thought I should have that necklace! I love it! I emailed links to potential present givers, but no one gave it to me. How crazy is it that tonight I randomly found your blog with not only the necklace, but a coupon. I think I need to have it!!!

    Nice to "meet" you.

    Jaysi
    InBird'sNest

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  4. That is a lovely necklace. I've been looking for something special to give myself. ;-)

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  5. That's the sweetest thing, that necklace with the pearl that sings. I love the design. It's wonderful that you are promoting Lisa's work and that she is offering a discount for WW fans. I will definitely check out her website.

    Just read the comment by Jaysi and I think that is astonishing serendipity!

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  6. simple is beautiful Jess :-)
    I can imagining you wearing a plain jersy dress with straw hat and those necklace on. I think that would be absolutely pretty :-)

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  7. Wow you are so lucky to receive a beautiful gift like that.

    I check out your friend website and she has some lovely necklaces. I have marked her site as a favourite for future reference.

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  8. I checked out her site. Very nice! I like the monogram necklace and the pearl drop earrings,... hmmmm.... should I order,... heck, the bills are paid for the month,.. why not?

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  9. My daughters tend to keep their jewelry simple. This runs to their taste.

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  10. Im sure that me and my jenn may have had some things from the same lady,

    great photo friday

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  11. I'm the same way with things I like. I only owned one pair of jeans until about two weeks ago. I wore them ragged... still do when appropriate.

    Looking forward to seeing more of her jewelry... Happy Weekend.

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  12. I've recently found a love for birds and that necklace is so cute! Thanks for sharing!

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  13. i am indeed in ireland and loving it so far!

    happy weekend to you.

    the necklace is special.

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  14. Lisa's necklaces are so charming!! I want one!! :-)

    I always wear a necklace. I have a few favourites that I wear the most, but I go with another one when the mood strikes. Almost all my necklaces are from craft shows -- unique, handmade jewelry appeals to me more than expensive metals and stones.

    Enjoy your birdie!!

    Kelly @ DesignTies

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  15. Great necklace. Love birds !!! Especially their sweet song every morning these days.

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  16. That's super cute. :) Her other ones are adorable too. :)

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  17. found you through shutter sisters. i love up close and personal in photos, too. wonderful blog and photography here.

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  18. Very pretty!

    I love hand crafted jewelry. Yet I tend to only wear my diamond earrings. ;)

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  19. wow ~ the jewelry is so beautiful...i can always wish right!?

    i am a simple jewelry wearer as well

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  20. Your little birdie is SO cute, and the designers site and "button" are adorable.

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  21. Love the necklace. I have a couple of things I wear a lot because they are my favorites.

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  22. Cute necklace! Love the birdie.

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  23. I just saw the baby spoons on another site. I love her stuff. Have a great Saturday.

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  24. Noticed it immediately when i saw you the last time in TN; and it looks nice, which makes a focal point of your nice shoulder and neck. Coupled with your smile, you're picture perfect.

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  25. very cute--I wear just a necklace, too.

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  26. I originally came here from One Single Impression to tell you what a lovely posting you made there for "One Word".

    And now I find this exquisite necklace of yours I so love unique jewellery far away from the traditional precious stones!

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  27. I love Lisa Leonard! :) I swear this blogy world is a small one.

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  28. I love it. I do the same thing with rings or bracelets. :)

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  29. Oh I love all things "bird"...thanks for the link, will totally check it out!

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  30. I also have one necklace I hardly ever take off. Thanks for posting the link, I love finding new jewelers! And your necklace is very cute. :)

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