Sheley Calypso: The First Items

The first items I would like to show you come from Jogjakarta, Central Java and from Celuk, Bali. The pictures are not perfect, ad the products have a beauty that can only be seen when they shimmer in the light, but please take a look and use your imagination!

First, we have some ribbon handbags, which were hand-sewn in Jogja accompanied by fans made from fragrant sandal wood. The handbags are fully lined and have a dark wooden handle. The fans are cut and carved from sandal wood and still carry the strong aromatic scent that the wood carries. They are stamped with a flower motif.



What we have next is a collection of silver and shell pendants from Bali, Indonesia. Descriptions from top left, clockwise. First we have an oval shell pendant which is dyed teal blue. It is very irredesent and has an 'ocean wave' look. Next is another shell pendant in a circular shape. It is dyed red and has silver accents on the top of the pendant. The third pendant is one of my favorites, made from Mother of Pearl, in the shape of a tear drop. The surface is very smooth and glossy. Next is one of my Paua/Abalone shell pendants! This peice is very beautiful and of the best quality. It is reinforced from behind and has silver accents on the top. The next pendant is actually made of Coral and silver. It is circular and has silver accents in the shape of a butterfly and flowers. Finally, in the center is the largest pendant of the lot; it is made of Mother of Pear (MOP) and has a center-cut which is embelished with a silver trim.



Now, let me introduce you to a sample of my earrings. Again, all of these products are handmade in Bali and are constructed with 92.5 sterling silver. Left: Dangles using freshwater pearls (FWP). Top: Dangles using real turquoise. Right: Dangles using FWP, same design as in top. Bottom: Large hoops accented with ting silver balls.