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Soaring with Dragons

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Our beloved bearded dragon, Show Off, died this January. He gave us great joy, was our Marty Magic mascot and will be sorely missed. He came into our lives when John was in 4th grade, a pip-squeak of a lizard. He … Continue reading

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Sneak Preview of New Designs for 2015

Marty has just completed the wax carving for a new Wave Ear Wrap. We are taking pre-sale orders for the sterling silver version that will be availalbe in late February. A powerful and graceful wave crests over the top of the ear … Continue reading

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Counterfeit Marty Magic Ear Cuffs

Today, most of us cannot imagine life without the internet and Google available to answer our every question and shopping need. Just five years ago, internet shopping was in a fledgling state and consumers spent most of their holiday budget … Continue reading

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The Sting of the Scorpion Pendant!

Introducing my new Scorpion Pendant, pictured here in green wax, and soon to be added to my Arachnid collection.  Made in sterling silver, these scorpion pendants will be available just in time for those born under the the Scorpio sign of … Continue reading

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Maryland Renaissance Festival

Good Morrow to ye! The Maryland Renaissance Fair approaches! Marty and her Maryland Crew are busily preparing for the opening of the Maryland Renaissance Festival. A favorite gathering place of refined lords, ladies, and rogues alike, amazingly, Marty has held the same … Continue reading

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Big Sur Trip & Inspiration

Between filling a few large orders and participating in the Pirate Festival, the last few weeks have been a bit of a rush here at Marty Magic. To rejuvenate, Marty and Art took the family to one of their favorite … Continue reading

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Meet Spike, Son of the Venerable Swooping Dragon

                Meet Spike, (left) the son of my venerable Swooping Dragon Pendant, (right.) As the lyrics to Puff the Magic Dragon say; old dragons do slip off into their cave. I carved the … Continue reading

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Jewelry Design is a Family Affair

At Marty Magic, jewelry design is truly a family affair – especially now that school’s out! This weekend, July 27-29 2018, Molly McCormack will work her first Marty Magic Show at the Gilroy Garlic Festival. Molly turns 12 this August and … Continue reading

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Neptune Monograph – The original top secret plans for the Normandy D-Day Invasion

My father was mostly known as a famous geologist* but he was very proud of his service in World War II. As an officer during the war, he was trained as an oceanographic meteorologist in the U.S. Army Air Corps … Continue reading

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New Species of Nautilus Discovered!

Swimming in from stage right  are three of Alisha’s new and fabulous, Fossilized Ammonite Nautilus Necklaces. The creation process for this design has been long and fraught with challenges but the end result has been worth the headache and stress. … Continue reading

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