So, a little less than a year ago I had my ears pierced for the first time. As a twenty-something female, this is deemed unusual, but I was perfectly happy with my naked ears for most of my life. But then I began thinking about earrings a little more often. I make them, and how can I make decisions about my products if I don't know what is a positive tribute, and what might be negative?
And there were several pairs of earrings that I found, loved and just couldn't bring myself to give away to someone else. I kept these, still thinking I would never pierce my ears. I didn't need the extra hassle, I told myself. I didn't wear the jewelry I already owned, I didn't want to clutter up my life or routine with more... and so on. And then I got them pierced, and I love it. I love changing them out almost daily. They don't get in my way and come in so many fun varieties. I like how my face looks with them. And so on.
And now I am trying to revamp my creative process. I am not happy with the earrings I am making and I do not tend to wear any of my own creations. How to change, then? I thought I would start by figuring out what it is about my favorite sets that I love, and go from there.
Set 1: My birthday kitty pearls
To be truthful, I had not planned to start with these. I had another set, that I just wore to a wedding in mind. But I lost these, tore my house apart looking for them, and was very sad about it. Today they were found! So in celebration, here they are.
A. They were given to my on my birthday by one of my favorite people. Sentiment adds a lot to a piece for me. I am more likely to wear something that seems imbued with talisman-like power. It is just a little pick-me-up to wear next to my skin a reminder of someone I love, who also happens to love me.
B. They are real, high quality. I love that they are real pearls. Something about the weight and luster is unmistakable. The ears and posts are sterling silver (this adds to extended wear, another bonus). Usually I am all about style over substance. I don't care if it is plastic, cardboard, etc, if I like how it looks. But pearls have always had a special place in my heart, and I love having a real set to wear, like a fancy lady.
C. They are so cute!!! Ok, this one seems obvious but to delve a little deeper, and go back to the pearl thing a bit, I love that they are not just straight pearl earrings but have a little subtle detail to them that makes them special. I still feel they are appropriate for most occasions, work, weddings, funerals, etc, but they are a little more personalized.
D. Last but not least, the backs are smaller than normal earring backs, and I just think that is cute as well, plus the packaging was really nice. This seems silly, but it alters perceptions, so I am including it on the list.
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