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jewelry catalog No.09
t i n a
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Textile designer and artist, Tina Givens combines her passion for design and exquisite pieces of metal, stone and vintage finds. This combination of raw materials come together stitched with Tina’s imagination and her very own history. Growing up in southern Africa within a multicultural environment, heritage and the beauty of handmade craftsmanship ~ Tina offers a distinct signature in apparel and jewelry. Bringing an ethnic touch to Victorian layered strings of semi-precious stones, pearls, antiqued metals, ancient African beads and religious pendants. The look captures Tina’s spirit of eclecticism steeped in early 1900 to 1920’s charm. These are statement pieces celebrating our individuality and our female heritage. Each piece is handcrafted in Tina’s studio and reflects a level of artistry and heritage bringing collectable pieces to market for the woman who is bold enough to expresses herself.
Not on one strand are all life’s jewels strung. William Morris
raw magic The studio is filled with collections of vintage bowls, saucers and teacups from Tina’s travels. Porcelain, fine china and glass vessels of all shapes and sizes hold stones, pearls, beads, pendants, vintage finds and precious vintage keepsakes. Semi-precious stones, quartz, baroque pearls and beaded chains drape together in an informal fashion. Layered pieces worn together on raw edged garments capture the look and feel of this artist. Worn chunky and short with large 3� metal pendants, and wrapped lengths of natural faceted stones. XLong pieces are as long as 60� and can be worn 3x around the neck. Mixing elements and length is opulent and beautiful. Drift through these images and find a common thread that is all Tina!
rutilated quartz, clear crystal natural drops; baroque pearls; vintage pearl rosary chain; vintage porcelain
aquamarine rondell stones, natural faceted agate in lavender; ancient Ethiopian 3� cross; coconut beads and ancient African spacers
baroque pearls, tiny silver Tibetan spacers, agate slice with druzy in delicious pink fuscia (limited qty); lavender Lepidolite with Pink Tourmaline rutilation, vintage brass chain, ancient cross
Ancient cross, chunky citrine, amethyst, pink jade, brass Ethiopian pendants and crosses, quartz, vintage baroque pearl chain, vintage brass chain
Beauty without expression is boring. Ralph Waldo Emerson
Tina sources unique stones, gems and vintage finds. Stones are usually naturally faceted, sometimes rough like the amethyst chunky stones shown here. Clasps are beautiful and strong in silver and brass. Vintage find are high quality and used sparingly for a slight vintage touch here and there. Shown here is a perfect early 1800’s German monocle. Chain is 1970’s detailed links. Eclectic mixes blend to create layers.
Baroque pearls in ivory and chocolate mocha; square natural and rondell aquamarine with pearls; ancient African crosses
1920’s Art Deco Rhinestone Shoe Clips as pendants; stones here include white turquoise faceted and blue amazonite rondells; African metal spacers.
Lengths: SHORT 16” MID 20” LONG 45” XLONG 60”
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ETHNIC ROSARY Come in a variety of styles... a) baroque vintage pearl chain, with rutilated citrine stones and brass chain. brass Ethiopian hand made cross Lengths all 45� b) Stones - pink jade, pink opal heishi, white coconut heishi, blue jade, blue amazonite. All 45-60�. c) Beaded chain rosary, silver and steel crosses, include pearls, aquamarine. d) Large Ethiopian pendants with chunky stones. Stones include baroque pearls, (large and medium size); natural agate drops & aquamarine; sun jade rondells, citrine natural faceted stones.
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VINTAGE a) porcelain pendants (were broaches and pins re purposed into gorgeous drops), hand beaded chain with aquamarine, citrine, rose quartz, or baroque ivory pearls. 33” to 45” b) 1920s Art Deco Rhinestone pendants (amazingly detailed shoe clips now pendants hang from faceted rondell stones including blue amazonite, white turquoise, lepidolite and blue jade. Silver metal African spacers and heavy toggle clasp. 45-60”. c) Chunky stone with vintage chain - stones include rough amethyst, pink rose quartz, citrine, sun jade. 1800s monocles, and semi-precious stone drops. 45”.
jewelry
ORDERING
GENERAL For wholesale purchasing please submit a copy of your current resale exemption certificate and #. We can then forward pricing information and answer any other wholesale queries you may have. TERMS Please pay with a credit card or money order at time of your purchase. We build your order specially for you. Each piece is hand crafted in our studios, then inspected and carefully boxed and shipped to your door. Estimated time is 2 weeks or less for your order to ship. Opening Order is US$500. Reorders a minimum of 3 pieces. SHIPPING We ship both domestically and internationally. We will provide you with a final sales order with estimated shipping. Orders of jewelry over $1,000 is complimentary ground. Exclusive arrangements by area are allowed but stores must commit to an annual purchase amount. This varies by country and state. BACK ORDERS In the instance we may have a delay on a piece due to a raw material or sourcing a special vintage item ~ we will notify you as soon as possible. We strive to maintain a complete inventory at all times. Our materials come from all over the globe so in some instances we may come across a delay. DAMAGE CLAIMS We make every effort to ensure your happiness with our collection. If you find your item(s) are damaged, please contact us within 2 business days of receiving the order. Please do not ship items back to us unless you have spoken with us - we will issue a pick-up with our carrier and a return # for exchange. 919.848.9400 and email us immediately at info@tinagivens.com. EXCHANGES We can exchange merchandise with notification in 2 business days of receipt of goods, however a 25% restocking fee will be charged + the shipping back to us, and your new order to you. Of course if the exchange is for defective items we will exchange for the same style # and color and return to you no charge. PRODUCT SPECS The collection uses naturally faceted stones, formed pearls, and vintage finds. While all pieces are similar within a specific style, there are some unique variances within materials. This makes each item a one of a kind piece.
apparel
Look for Tina’s apparel collections online at tinagivenscouture.com
NECKLACE LENGTHS Lengths: SHORT 16” MID 20” LONG 45” XLONG 60”
From the earth and sea, I bring thee faceted stones and pearls to hang about your neck. These strands will swing and sway with your expression and emotion giving them a life belonging to you only. tg 919•848•9400 www.tinagivenscouture.com To see more on Tina’s textile and craft world please visit tinagivens.com, and stationery at cidpear.com • 919.848.9400 f919.573.9540 email: info @ tinagivens.com © Tina Givens Design