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Ouch!

Posted on March 11, 2014 by marty

For those of you who are following this blog or Marty Magic Jewelry on Facebook,  you know that Alisha recently completed the wax carving for her detailed, ocean themed ear cuff, “Poseidon’s Gift.”               … Continue reading →

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Take Two!

Posted on March 1, 2014 by marty

Last weekend Alisha and I met with photographer and friend, Jeremey Bot for a photo shoot. Although Alisha takes the majority of our product shots we have few professional shots of models wearing Marty Magic Jewelry. We met Jeremey at … Continue reading →

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Poseidon’s Gift – Octopus and Starfish Ear Cuff

Posted on March 1, 2014 by marty

Thank you all for your wonderful comments and delightful name suggestions! A month ago Alisha posted photos of her wax carving for a new ocean themed ear cuff and ran a Facebook competition asking our fans and followers to help her … Continue reading →

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News Report! Giant Squid Attacks the Nautilus!

Posted on February 26, 2014 by marty

My husband Art works best on a team and I prefer to work alone. Although we are both artists and designers, our different approach to creativity frequently prevents us from collaborating. I am pleased to present one of our first … Continue reading →

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Playing with Dinosaurs and Shopping for Opals

Posted on February 8, 2014 by marty

              Alisha, John and I just returned from the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show. We went to buy opals and fire agates and to find sources for other specialty stones that are not readily … Continue reading →

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Going to the 2014 Tucson Gem and Mineral Show

Posted on January 30, 2014 by marty

It’s that time of year again!  I’ve just unpacked my bags from three weeks in Cambodia and Myanmar and I am packing again for my annual trip to the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show.  This year I am taking both … Continue reading →

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From Russia with Love (Magic Happens!)

Posted on January 30, 2014 by marty

This is the story of a Gold Magic Lamp, a beautiful woman and Russia. In April, 2013, I received an order for my The 14K Gold Magic Lamp pendant with a gold rope chain.  It is one of my favorite designs, completely solid … Continue reading →

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Back Home and Inspired

Posted on January 26, 2014 by marty

A few days ago, John and I returned from three weeks in Cambodia and Myanmar. The adventure has inspired and recharged me and in the evenings, after a busy day of designing and wearing the “Marty Magic Hat”, I edit … Continue reading →

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Ear Wrap for Janelle Monae

Posted on January 8, 2014 by marty

In mid September, we received a phone call from R&B musician Janelle Monáe’s stylist, asking if I would design a custom ear wrap for Janelle. I had just flown to Maryland to make my annual appearance at the Maryland Renaissance … Continue reading →

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A New Design for Valentine’s Day

Posted on December 31, 2013 by marty

In preparation for Valentine’s Day, Marty has just completed the wax carving for her I Love You, hand symbol pendant in American sign language.  Although Marty has sculpted hands in the past, this particular piece was challenging but at least … Continue reading →

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