sasha + max studio

I've developed an obsession with Nepalese Samunnat beads, These beauties are hand made polymer hand painted beads made with such dedication by Nepalese women who have sought refuge from difficult vulnerable living and domestic situations. No two beads are alike, so if you want exacting perfection, these are not for you. I love the variation and the odd finger print. I find that simple is best when designing with these to let the beads speak for themselves. You can buy the beads from Antelope Beads in the US. The earrings are listed in the Sasha + Max Made it store

Sasha and Max Studio (big cartel store only) has 2 specials running to help you stock up for Christmas Choose either 20% off, or Free shipping , for purchases $AUD50 and over when you enter the codes at checkout. Stop by our Facebook page, http://www.facebook.com/sashaandmax (and hey, why not like our page whilst you are there) and grab the codes. Happy weekend!

A few new pieces using very special (aka I've been hoarding) copper pendants from Daisy Chain Extra and Jade Scott. Ring Ring Ring Ring Summer Summer Foxy Foxy

I placed my first order with Gracefulwillow beads, and Cindy very generously sent me a bonus set of beads, which Ive used to make these quirky earrings. The detail is lovely, the hand painted stripes and the very unusual cone shape make me smile. Reminiscent of Jean Paul Gaultier's 90's outfits for Madonna? Bicone crazy. Coney island Coney island Coney island

I love chunky beads, and you can't beat black and white, such a classic, yet back in style this year. Great with a crisp white shirt or hipster all black   Geo Necklace Metro Necklace

So you might have thought from the last post that I've gone all monochromatic. Well, truth is you will see very contrasting pieces. Today is fresh Spring colour ( it's Spring in Australia, and are we happy about that or what!). Spring Spring Alia

I have been busy trialing and creating a new and very different range.  It is called Sasha +Max Black Label. Why? Typically the Sasha + Max style is weekend casual, whimsical and colourful, but my work day style in an architectural practice is more designer professional, and I wear a lot of structured pieces in black or white. I felt there was a gap for a range to wear to work or on a night out, hence the inception of the Black Label range. It is monochromatic, simple and classic, featuring semi precious stones, silver and pieces that can be layered together. Spike Spike I've closed Etsy, created a new logo which is the outline cat, and opened a store on big cartel, www.sashaandmax.com . that stocks the new range. My Made It store is still active and will carry the casual range. Hope you like it! Waterfall Waterfall Dead Gorgeous Reminiscent Moon