Category Archives: Design projects

Prince’s Love Symbol Cufflinks

Posted on May 14, 2016 by marty

Between 2006 and 2011 Prince wore pairs of these sterling silver Love Symbol Cufflinks. They were bezel set with 10mm Cubic Zirconias.  When Prince was on tour, the unexpected might happen and I soon came to understand that Paisley Park … Continue reading →

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Blazing Comet Ear Wraps for Prince

Posted on May 9, 2016 by marty

“Worn by Prince,” Comet and Moon and Star Ear Wraps up for auction.  My Comet Ear Wrap design is a blast from the past! In March of this year, (2016) prior to Prince’s death, Mayte, Prince’s first wife, auctioned two … Continue reading →

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Purple Reign – My Business with Prince and Paisley Park

Posted on April 26, 2016 by marty

My introduction to Prince was at the Warfield Theatre in San Francisco on May 23rd 1986. It was his Parade, Hit n Run Tour. Generous friends had purchased third row seats and invited me to the concert. Twelve years later, … Continue reading →

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Silverormen by Philip Birk – Silver Vine Snake by Marty Magic

Posted on January 26, 2016 by marty

Last Fall, Philip Birk of Sweden contacted me to ask permission to use the image of my sterling silver Vine Snake Pendant for the cover of his book, Silverormen. Silvoromen is the second and final book in a series about … Continue reading →

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Paradise Lost

Posted on March 2, 2015 by marty

Lost wax casting is a challenging and often an uncertain process.  I spent two full days carving the original wax for my Bird of Paradise Pendant but unfortunately the wax did not cast completely. The photo below right is of … Continue reading →

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Sneak Preview of New Designs for 2015

Posted on December 23, 2014 by marty

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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The Graveyard Monster Mash!

Posted on October 7, 2014 by alex

      “Listen to them, the children of the night. What music they make!” ― Bram Stoker   Have you noticed the daylight dimming, and the shadows growing? How the warm air is cut by a sudden, chill breeze? Autumn … Continue reading →

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New Jewelry Designs from Marty Magic

Posted on July 30, 2014 by alex

Between answering phone calls and emails, packing orders to ship, and making lunch for the Marty Magic crew (her most important job, they contend), it’s a wonder that Marty ever finds time to sleep. Somehow, though, she still manages to … Continue reading →

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Jewelry Design is a Family Affair

Posted on June 26, 2014 by marty

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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Horsing Around – Good Luck Horseshoes

Posted on May 17, 2014 by marty

The horse is a symbol of power and passion with an appetite for freedom. Each culture and era has it’s unique interpretation of the horse spirit, all of them powerful and magical. It has been many years  since I have … Continue reading →

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