I want to say one word to you. Just one word. Plastics. (The Graduate 1967)

Yes, plastics. When they were invented in the 1930's the multitude of uses to which they could be put was immediately apparent...especially in costume jewlery. Vintage plastic beads are one of my favorite materials. I like hunting for them, finding them even more and recycling them into my necklaces and earrings. They imitate glass and shell without the fragility, stone without the weight and pearls and other gems without the expense.

I am a plastic fantastic lover!

South Paw Studios ~ New ETT SOTW

South Paw Studios, which offers handcrafted jewelry created by Ohio artist Katy Mims, is this week's ETT SOTW. The shop carries necklaces, bracelets and earrings and a unique bridal line. Katy's work incorporates faceted gems, Venetian glass, pearls and precious metal. As Katy puts it, "Jewelry shouldn’t be complicated, it should be enjoyable." Her pieces are functional, affordable and can be worn with both casual and formal attire.

This week, Katy is offering a special ETT SOTW discount!

15% off all regularly priced items, now thru May 2nd.

Enter code “Etsytwitter15” in message to seller during checkout.

Discount will be refunded via Paypal.

You can also follow Katy on Twitter and Facebook, read her blog and check out her website!