Show & Tell : The Vintage Pearl

I am so excited to share this shop with you this afternoon--because as I sit here at my kitchen table writing this post, I'm wearing a little goodness around my neck from this very talented mother and artist.

Erin of The Vintage Pearl, was one of my lovely sponsors for the month of August and she emailed me about working together on a Show & Tell for mommycoddle readers. 

Erin's shop is absolutely lovely and full of so many beautiful classic creations. They are timeless, and make wonderful gifts.  Lately, I am really loving the idea of giving personalized jewelry as gifts--whether it be for a friend, a mother, a newlywed, or even our children. (Shhh, but I'm already thinking my older two might be ready for their own simple necklace this Christmas.)

Erin is a mother of four children. She makes her hand-stamped jewelry, keeps a lovely blog and shop and also takes beautiful photographs. I asked Erin to share a little bit about herself :

How did you get started making jewelry?

After my daughter was born (after having 2 boys) I started tinkering around with how to make jewelry for her and I to wear. I started with beading and soldering charms before discovering hand stamping. I love playing with new materials and figuring out new techniques!

How do you balance it all?

Balance can be really hard sometimes! It's probably my biggest obstacle. I try to work during naptimes and I work a lot of late nights after all 4 kids are in bed. My husband is very supportive and if I need to get orders done he will take the kids out for a few hours. My family is very close and we love to be together... I also love my job and work hard to keep up with it all. Sometimes, especially during busy seasons, it's hard to do both! But we make it work :)

And I'm so happy to tell you that Erin is giving one lucky mommycoddle reader their choice of one item from her beautiful shop! Yup, that's right. Your choice of any item from The Vintage Pearl.

You know how it works: Pop over to Erin's shop and have a look around. Come back and leave a comment letting us know what catches your eye, and you'll be entered in the giveaway. I will randomly choose and announce a winner on Monday.

Good luck!  And thank you, Erin for such a sweet giveaway!

Comments

[SeattkeMommy]

Well, I looked and I really loved everything I saw - and I was amazed at the extremely reasonable prices. Have this bookmarked for gifts down the line. My favorite would be the flower and the circle charms- something I would love to wear.

[Jill]

I love this jewelry so much. It just feels so sweet and timeless. I think gifts from here for my sister would be great! Thanks for the ideas.

[kirstencan]

Oh, if I don't win, this just might be what I ask for for Christmas!
I think I would like the 'square names' for my 3 kiddos.

[Leslie]

Oh, gosh, there are so many beautiful things to choose from. The eclectic necklace is gorgeous, as is the circle of love bracelet. It would be hard to choose just one favorite!

[LA]

It's all so sweet and lovely! The dainty drops necklace is super cute and colorful.

[Missy K]

Goodness-- so hard to choose-- but I think I would have to say the "our family nest" necklace is wonderful.

[Jenn W]

I love all of her beautiful creations! I have my fingers crossed! This is a fantastic giveaway.

[Lynn]

Oh, they are all so lovely. I like the silver and pearl combination. I think the eclectic necklace is my favorite.

[Sarah Jackson]

They're lovely. I liked the square names necklace the best, although it was hard to decide. There were so many pretty things.

[Kim]

I love it all, especially the cup of love!

[deborah]

Lovely things. Can't pick just one! How about the dainty initial hearts? Or the Flower and circle necklace? Or the Eclectic necklace. Thanks for the chance to win!

[Erin]

Oh... how do I choose? I love them all!
I think if I were to win I'd choose the dainty names necklace (with my two boys' names) or the family tree one. Lovely!
I'll be keeping all my fingers and toes crossed for this one!

[nicole]

I love the square tag with cursive names and the heart attached. So sweet...all of them!

[Heidi]

Amazing jewelry. Each piece is so beautiful. My favorite is the Chunky Daisy Cuff Bracelet.

[sarah]

i think that *mama bird* is just precious! it's also what my teens call me! beautiful work. thanks for sharing the interview, and the give away chance!

[gonzomama]

everything is so pretty, but the circle of love necklace was my favorite. thank you for sharing erin's talent and creativity with us!

[Lennie Albers]

Thanks for the link - it is earmarked as a favorite for me! I was immediately drawn to the mama bird pendant as I've been relating to the little red hen alot lately! This pendant really made an impression!

[Leah]

I love the dainty layers - but it would be hard to choose just one, they are all so simple and beautiful.

[mandi]

wow! what a great giveaway!

honestly- i would be so thrilled to have any of her designs, but i truly love the family nest. so sweet...

[Katrina Kennedy]

So many beautiful items! I really like the circle chain bracelet!

[Jennie S.]

All her necklaces are just beautiful!

[Leah Peterson]

This has great potential for many future gifts! I love the dainty circles!

[molli]

What a great idea. I'm hopping over to her 'shop' to browse for Christmas ideas!

[kristyn]

what a lovely shop!
so many wonderful items to choose from...
my choice would be the hope circle chain bracelet.
thanks for the chance to win one!

[Gen]

I love how simple and beautiful her jewelry is. My favorite is the mama bird necklace.

[Heather in MT]

They are all very sweet, but my favorite is the "you are worth it all" layered necklace in the unique section and the "love you to the moon and back" in the simple section. tough choice.

[charity]

I love the mama bird necklace!

[Alicia A.]

mama bird, for sure.

(one of these times I am gonna get lucky.)

[Rae]

oops, hope that comment with no text didn't post.

As we prepare to try for baby #2, I'm reflect on our journey to get #1. The "Large Layers" necklace saying "You are all worth it" took my breath away.

[Lori]

Everything in Erin's shop is so great. I love the idea of starting with one charm and being able to add as we have more babies. Truly lovely and I'll be showing the hubby Erin's site... Thanks, Molly!

[Spruce Hill]

Oh my I love all of it! Dainty drops is my favorite, they are all lovely!

[Lisa]

I love the family nest necklace. I may have to ask for it for Christmas if I don't win...

[Jessica Klabough]

ack! what lovely stuff! the dainty initial heart necklace just might be my favorite, though it would be hard to choose. i'd love to put not only my kids' initials, but my husband's too...
thank you!

[Jennifer]

I absolutely love the "mama bird" necklace, and I am about to place an order for a baby spoon for my niece. I would love to get a matching spoon for my little girl who is due to arrive any day...

[Gabriel]

I would have a hard time deciding between the family nest and the simple copper heart. All of them are simply charming!

[Katers]

I love this jewelry so much! When I saw the necklace with the crescent moon that says "I love you to the moon and back", I teared up a little! :) It's all so warm and special. It's given me ideas for Christmas! I really like the bracelets, too. So great!

[Tamara]

Ooh, I love the family nest necklace! gorgeous work!

[natalyn]

I like the eclectic necklace!

[Irishmama7]

Oh my how beautiful! I love the dainty names necklace. Something to wear now and add to over the years as we finish our family.

[amy]

What a wonderful site! I haven't worn anything on my wrist in a long time but I just love the Circle of Love bracelet. I think I would choose that if I win. But even if I don't, I'll be adding something from the Vintage Pearl to my christmas list, and grandma will be getting the keepsake key ring. Thanks for the chance to win!

[Sarah]

How perfect. How do you choose? I love the flower and the circle to bits and pieces. I cannot think of anything more timeless to wear around my neck. I am not huge costume jewelry wearer- but I can think of nothing better to wear everyday. I think that I may very well not take it off!! Thanks for sharing such a beautiful shop!

[Kate]

Oh my... I am REALLY digging the momma bird!
Those little pearls look like eggs!

[Bailey]

Sterling cuff or the rectangle charm. I love neat bracelets!!!!

[jennifer]

I love it all! It's beautiful. But my favorite is the square charm with names and then the heart charm over the top. Adorable!!!

p.s. just found you through sally...

[Tamra]

I do so love this site. I especially love the single letter with the pearl. Very simple. very elegant.

Pick me!

[Kate]

I LOVE mama bird and the sterling cuff!

[alison]

I have been dropping hints like crazy for my upcoming birthday. I love the family nest necklace.

[Alina]

I am loving the the one with the birthstones or the 2 squares one, haven't made my mind up yet. They are all beautiful though.

[Holly]

Oh, it's so hard to choose! I think "Circle of Love"...but everything is so beautiful. The "you are worth it all" w/the baby feet brought tears to my eyes. How beautiful.

[mijk]

I love the eternity heart I have thought about an an ' open heart' necklace for some time because i tend to shut down sometimes and need to keep my heart open.. TYo have opne with my loved ones names on it would be wonderful!