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I just finished adding all the new pieces from the Summer 2014 Collection to the New Arrivals section of the store. I'm pretty much always impressed with new collections, but this one to me is really exceptional.  The basic shape of most of the earrings and necklaces in this grouping is an organically inspired, rough, irregular ring. Its an interesting and unique shape on its own but here its layered, linked, and formed into a variety of new shapes, some delicate, some bold.  The collection has a lot of variety. From classic clip on or post buttons to dramatic, sculptural...

Check out these lovely vintage Marjorie Baer earrings! Barbara, the owner of this pair, contacted me recently looking for some information about the carvings. She had identified the large symbol as Dragon, her Chinese Zodiac sign, and wanted to know what the other characters signified. I asked around the shop and and the picture brought a smile to everyone's face! This is a great pair from the early 90s made by an amazingly talented former employee who was very skilled at hand-carving metal. He developed the design. The top symbol means Dragon and the rest of the poem wishes the...

Recently, Marjorie recreated a pair of earrings for a longtime customer. She had bought this pair when they were made originally, and wanted a new set. Thankfully, Marjorie was able to find similar pieces to the ones she originally used and created the earring on the left. Its an amazing, bold clip on earring for people who want a stunning statement piece that wows.  Recreating the older earring inspired new designs as well. The earring on the right is an update of the one on the left. Its a stripped down version but maintains some of the layering, movement, and...

We came across this great collar necklace in the archives. The color and texture of the metal is really gorgeous. The shapes are modern and sculptural.

Our annual winter sample sale is coming up Saturday December 14th! We'll be there 10am to 4pm. As usual we'll have a huge selection Marjorie Baer earrings, necklaces, bracelets, rings, and belts at great prices. It's a great place to find gifts or to stock up for yourself!  The sale is held at our studio/office in South San Francisco. It's easy to get to by car but also possible on bart. The address is 1389 Lowrie Ave. South San Francisco, CA 94080 Here are the driving directions: Coming from the North: Take 101 S toward San Jose.Take the Grand Ave exit.Turn...