This rustic looking bee ring is created by hand stamping a vintage wax seal of a honey bee into a lump of recycled fine silver. The process creates the irregular edges that form the organic shape of the artisan crafted ring. The ring is heavily oxidized and spot polished to accentuate the detail and antique quality of the wax seal. The thin band is vaguely imprinted with a vintage botanical description and illustration.

Each custom silver honey bee ring will resemble the one pictured but will differ slightly due to its individual hand made charm and sizing.

A great gift for that ‘Queen Bee’ in your life.

$42 @ the happygolicky etsy shop

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Want to cause a stir at your local Starbucks or your next staff meeting? Walk in toting your iPad in this kitschy custom case – an upcycled polka album featuring classic Bavarian foot-stomping titles like “Beer Barrel Polka,” “Okey Dokey Pokey,” “Chicken Polka,” and “Blonde Bombshell.”

When not in use – the iPad slides into the full pouch; and when in use – it can stand upright, tucked into the leather strap and corner inserts.

The handcrafted case is designed book style, in shiny patent leather and lined with soft black fleece. Hardware is nickel. The vinyl record section is left natural.

Designed and created by Vindicated Vinyl. Rock on…