Trinket #319 - Citrine Drops Necklace

Today's trinket is made from citrine beads and a pre-fab necklace chain and clasp. I was feeling the need for something with a vintage flair today, but it had to be quick.

Trinket #207 - Tattooed Lady Necklace

In the interest of full disclosure, the components for this trinket were actually purchased from Etsy and merely assembled by me. I replaced the too-puny ball chain that came with the pendant with a heftier (and more retro-feeling) dark brown satin ribbon. The result: a trinket that I will actually wear now.

It's strange to think about a time when being covered in tattoos made you a spectacle worthy of a sideshow. My town (Richmond, Virginia) is the 3rd most tattooed city in the US. That translates to a LOT of ink in this city. I see people everyday who make the lovely lady in this portrait look mediocre at best. Do we call that progress?

Trinket #200 - Step Right Up! Turquoise Nugget Earrings

First of all, I cannot believe that I've stuck with this project for 200 days. Seriously. I am stunned. I have always considered myself as a sufferer of "Creative A.D.D." because I lose interest in projects after a few weeks. It's a freaking miracle that I was somehow able to finish five books, but this project, for some strange reason, has been an even bigger shock. I am definitely proud.

Next, if you're not yet aware of my love for a sideshow, you surely have been missing out! I picked out these two turquoise nuggets to match the bracelet I made a few days ago, and I noticed that the dark veining on them looked so clear and defined that it almost seemed to be drawn on - much like a tattoo. I guess you can see where that train of thought led me!