Earrings Glass
2010
Jewellery Creator Cheek Pinchy Hand Makes Gorgeous Pieces
Artist Interview : Cheek Pinchy
Kirsten Turnbull is the creative Auckland artist behind Cheek Pinchy jewellery. A regular at lots of the Auckland markets, her work is certainly unique and one of a kind with plenty of her pieces one off's that can't be reproduced. Her work includes brooches, earrings, necklaces, bracelets and art-cards. We are truly pleased to have her join us for the first Fair!
How long have you been creating jewellery? From an early age I thought the only people who were creative could draw an ideal horse out of their heads. Therefore , I lived the majority of my life believing I didn't have a creative bone in my body! I have attempted assorted little projects over time but never with much success. I certainly had no intention that others would see them not to mention want to own any! Concepts have always bubbled about in me though which was about 2 years ago that I started the beginnings of Cheek Pinchy. Was just the right time I guess!
How did Cheek Pinchy jewellery start? It was about 2 years back when I was full time at home with my beautiful child and I really wished to have a creative outlet. I had been collecting vintage fabric and bits for years and thought I want to have a go at sewing but my abilities are Awfully limited! I was finding it too maddening and realised my passion lay with putting colour and pattern together rather than with sewing. The concept to start one off collage cards using vintage images was born! Within a few months Toggle had started selling the cards and Esther Lamb encouraged me into the market scene. During the last 2 years I have experimented with all kinds of projects including wall blocks and snow globes and now have a full jewellery range. I would never have thought 2 years back that I might be doing what I do now! It has certainly been an individual growth journey and I am slowly getting over my embarrassment and underconfidence!
Describe what you create? A lot of what I create now could be the Cheek pinchy jewellery range. It's a full range that includes brooches, rings, earrings, necklaces and bangles. The images all originate from vintage books and have been set onto a beech plywood base. I've a choice of jewellery that utilises limited numbered reproduction images and also some one off items. The newest reproduction range is made from generally bird, floral and botanical images. When I am getting time I love continuing to make one off cards and wall blocks in a collage style.
What impresses you? I am inspired by the support of my family, the grace of creation and the legacy of my granny who always talked about the 1950's and 60's as 'the golden years '. I have a love of all things vintage and a specific obsession with all things related to deer, birds, army and nautical themes! I am also galvanized by color combos and the way that different colors awaken strong emotional response in people.
What are your favorite materials to use? Why are they your favorite? My favourite material to use is vintage books especially children's books. I like opening them up to learn the musty, earthy smells, the yellowed and stained pages, the front cover inscriptions and 'extra ' illustrations their kid owners have given them over time.
What would you say is your largest achievement to date? I believe the previous couple of years have seen my largest accomplishments that being tackling the role of maternity, coming to terms with issues of my own youth and following my passions thru establishing Cheek Pinchy. Aside from all that I was a bit of a whizz at jazzercise in the 80's. Complete along with my hot pink lycra tights, leotard and leg heaters, I was a force to be reckoned with!
Do you have any future plans for your jewellery? I find making future plans for Cheek Pinchy a little frightening as I am astonished by what has happened in the last couple of years already. I definitely have some other product concepts drifting around but am going to let things grow organically at this point.
Where are your favourite places online? I whiz all over the place online principally blog jumping but I usually check in on the most recent strategies on Post Secret and captivating finds on Etsy.
What sort of music do you like listening to while you're employed, if any? I've got a very eclectic musical taste but my favourite music to work to is super kitsch 80's pop! Nothing truly gets you going like Spandau ballet, Wham!, Cyndi Lauper, David Bowie, Culture Club, Duran Duran...did I mention Jazzercise earlier.. ?
Purchase Cheek Pinchy Jewellery on Toggle.
Bead Kiln Demo 2 (fusing dichroic glass earrings)
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Beautiful Faceted Glass Earrings Yellow R.S./Golden AB Crystal Lg. Drop "Acorns" $7.50 |
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Vintage Japan White Milk Glass Bead with Red Swirls Screw Back Earrings Jewelry $0.99 |
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Vintage TRIFARI POURED GLASS FLOWER PARURE Necklace Earrings Brooch Pat Pending $19.99 |
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ART NOUVEAU BLUE GLASS EARRINGS SET COMBO DECO VINTAGE PRETTY!! $19.99 |
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STUNNING AB GLASS BEADED HEART CLIP EARRINGS CHISTIAN LACROIX Couture DESIGNER $39.99 |
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OLDER VINTAGE GOLDTONE SET OF PIN & MATCHING EARRINGS W/BIG GREEN FACETED GLASS $35.99 |
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Retro Vintage Costume Jewelry Pin Brooch Clip On Earrings Set Black Glass Facets $20.00 |
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VTG Glass AB Faceted Bi-cone Cluster Clip-on Earrings $8.99 |
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Vintage Beautiful Gold / Ruby Earrings- Prong Set Glass Rhinestone-Wavy Base $9.99 |
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4xNice AB Beautiful Rhinestones Earrings LOT * SIGNED * K85 $15.95 |
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4xNice Beautiful Rhinestones Earrings LOT * SIGNED * K86 $15.95 |
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Vintage In The Pink Iridescent Glass Bead Earrings 5632 $19.95 |
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4xNice AB Beautiful Rhinestones Earrings LOT * SIGNED * K76 $15.95 |
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Vintage SARAH COVENTRY PAT.PEND. Clear&Green AB Rhinestone Earrings $10.99 |
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VINTAGE FACETED RHINESTONE GOLD TONE CLIP ON EARRINGS $2.99 |
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VINTAGE FACETED RHINESTONE SILVER TONE SCREW BACK EARRINGS $4.99 |
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VINTAGE GOLD TONE FACETED RHINESTONE HOOP CLIP ON EARRINGS JEWELRY $7.99 |
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VINTAGE MADE IN AUSTRIA AURORA BOREALIS RHINESTONE NECKLACE EARRINGS SET $49.99 |
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VINTAGE GOLD TONE BLUE FACETED RHINESTONE SPRING BACK CLIP ON EARRINGS $4.99 |
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VINTAGE FACETED BLACK GLASS GOLD TONE ADJUSTABLE CLIP ON EARRINGS $2.99 |
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VINTAGE SILVER TONE FACETED GLASS CRYSTAL GEOMETRIC PIERCED STUD EARRINGS $4.99 |
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VINTAGE GOLD TONE FACETED RHINESTONE BUTTERFLY PIERCED EARRINGS $0.99 |
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VINTAGE FACETED RHINESTONE GOLD TONE GEOMETRIC CLIP ON EARRINGS $4.99 |
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VINTAGE BLUE WHITE FACETED RHINESTONE SILVER TONE SCREW BACK DANGLE EARRINGS $5.99 |
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VINTAGE FACETED GREEN AURORA BOREALIS RHINESTONE DANGLE CLIP ON EARRINGS $24.99 |
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VTG GOLD TONE FACETED RHINESTONE BLACK GLASS CABOCHON FLOWER PIERCED EARRINGS $5.99 |
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VINTAGE CRYSTAL BEADED BIB STATEMENT NECKLACE DANGLE SCREW BACK EARRINGS SET $34.99 |
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DAZZLING ANTIQUE DECO VINTAGE RUBY RED RHINESTONES CRYSTAL STUD PIERCE EARRINGS $28.00 |
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VINTAGE WHITING & DAVIS CAMEO EARRINGS GLASS SILVER TONE $19.00 |
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1960's Green Glass Jewel Goldtone Pierced Earrings $7.50 |
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VINTAGE AVON SIGNED GREEN GLASS GEOMETRIC FACETED RHINESTONE PIERCED EARRINGS $2.99 |
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VINTAGE NINE WEST SIGNED FACETED RHINESTONE GLASS BEAD CHANDELIER EARRINGS $5.99 |
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VINTAGE SILVER TONE PURPLE BLUE FACETED RHINESTONE PIERCED DANGLE FLOWER EARRING $2.99 |
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VINTAGE SILVER TONE FACETED RHINESTONE FAUX PEARL CLIP ON EARRINGS $6.99 |
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VINTAGE SILVER TONE FACETED RHINESTONE CHANDELIER SCREW BACK DANGLE EARRINGS $7.99 |
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VINTAGE SILVER TONE WHITE MILK GLASS SCREW BACK DANGLE EARRINGS SIGNED JAPAN $5.99 |
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VINTAGE PINK HEART FACETED RHINESTONE BEAD SILVER TONE PIERCED DANGLE EARRINGS $5.99 |
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VINTAGE RED FACETED RHINESTONE GOLD TONE SCREW BACK EARRINGS $2.99 |
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Art Deco 14k GP Opaline Cabochon Glass Faceted Amethyst Necklace Earrings Set $4.00 |
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VTG Antique Art Deco Goldtone Rhinestone Dangle Screwback Earrings $7.00 |
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Angelfish Design Wine Glass Bottle Stopper Top Cork Plug Screw Silver $76.99 This gorgeous Angelfish Design Wine Glass Bottle Stopper Top Cork Plug Screw Silver has the finest details and highest quality you will find anywhere! Our team prides ourselves on finding the best prices without reducing quality, and in this Utensils Collection, we have definitely done just that! The craftsmanship of this lovely Angelfish Design Wine Glass Bottle Stopper Top Cork Plug Screw Silver... |
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Dolphins Design Wine Glass Bottle Stopper Top Cork Plug Screw Silver $76.99 This gorgeous Dolphins Design Wine Glass Bottle Stopper Top Cork Plug Screw Silver has the finest details and highest quality you will find anywhere! Our team prides ourselves on finding the best prices without reducing quality, and in this Utensils Collection, we have definitely done just that! The craftsmanship of this lovely Dolphins Design Wine Glass Bottle Stopper Top Cork Plug Screw Silver i... |
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Sake Bottle Earrings Dreamy blue and green orbs bring recycled glass full circle in Kathleen Plate's fluid earrings, handmade from remnants of sake and Coca-Cola bottles. Like small and delicate sculptures, Plate works with the subtle tint from bottles' previous forms to create each modern set. A weightless and elegant pair made for everyday wear. Handmade of recycled glass and sterling silver in Georgia. Smart Glass ... |
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Dick Bartley Presents Collector's Essentials: 70's $11.98 Part of the Dick Bartley's Collectors Essentials series. This volume focuses on harder to find singles versions of hits from the 1970's.... |
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As Seen On TV Clever Clasp $14.95 Clever ClaspTM - never struggle with your jewelry again! Innovative new jewelry accessory that makes wearing any piece of jewelry a snap! Attaches easily to ANY jewelry to provide an instant super magnetic bond which is then secured again by a twist lock. Includes one 3 inch extender, 2 silver clasps, 2 gold clasps, 1 silver extender, and 1 gold extender.... |
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Fashion Hair Accessory ~ Purple Crystals Accented Layered Flower Design Hair Clip $19.95 Layered flower hair jewelry Drop 5" |
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Fashion Hair Accessory ~ Clear Crystals Accented Flower Design Bridal Hair Comb $17.95 1 - 1.5" L flower designs/ crystals/ 3 layers/ metal hair comb/ lead & nickel safe... |
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Orange Glass Bead Necklace and Earring Set $26.71 Handmade by the Crafters at Guardian Village Handicrafts. The purchase of this item insures employment for women and underprivileged families of Nepal.... |
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Iridescent Black Glass Necklace and Earring Set $34.65 Handmade by the Crafters at Guardian Village Handicrafts. The purchase of this item insures employment for women and underprivileged families of Nepal.... |
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1.5 Red Glass Bead Earring with a Silver Tone Hypo-Allergenic Hook $7.00 Handmade by the Crafters at Guardian Village Handicrafts. The purchase of this item insures employment for women and underprivileged families of Nepal.... |
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Green Glass Drop Earrings $195 These green glass drop earrings are perfect for both casual and formal looks. The long earrings include pewter chains that connect the five Czech glass stones. The green glass vary in size and are all multifaceted. |
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Mora Glass and Fans Earrings $67 These Mora glass and fans earrings have great appeal. The earrings are made of both glass and raw brass. Black, faceted foil backed glass hexagons rest at the top while raw brass scalloped fans spread at the bottom. |
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White Glass Chandelier Earrings $60 The white glass chandelier earrings are sure toattract many compliments. Various shapes of faceted white glass stonesare prong set in the piece. These earrings fasten with French wire hooksfor pierced ears. |
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Glass Earrings $40 A stark contrast makes these black and white earrings a piece that stands out. The piece features a thick white square, which is accented by a faceted hematite stone. The hematite stone shines brilliantly against the white background, allowing for a unique shine. |
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Handcrafted Silver Dichroic Glass Earrings $9.99 Handcrafted Silver Dichroic Glass?Earrings These Dichroic earrings are handcrafted with sterling silver leverbacks. Artisan handmade jewelry. Dicrhoic glass pierced earrings. Specifications: Approximately 1 Inch Length, Dichroic Glass, .925 Sterling Silver Leverback Pierced Earrings, Handmade in the USA |
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Austrian Glass Drop Earrings $50 The Austrian glass drop earrings are a total catch.The gold plated earrings include two beads of Austrian glass and a goldplated chain which wraps around a ridged circle shape. These earringsfasten with French wire back closures for pierced ea |
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Peppermint Glass Puffed Heart Clip Earrings $5.99 Peppermint Glass Puffed Heart Clip Earrings Adorable glass heart earrings. Non-pierced earrings. Handmade Screw back clip earrings. Specifications: Approximately 1.25" Length, Silver Plated Copper Clip-On Earrings |
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Mosaic Glass Chip Earrings $29.98 Truly unique in design, mosaic glass beads are believed to have originated in Western Asia and had a renaissance in 16th Century Venice, where the glass became known as "millefiori" or a thousand flowers. Now you can enjoy the color and beauty of these artistically created glass beads with these distinctive earrings. Made from glass chips, the earrings measure 1¾" x ¾" and come with a story card. |
