The designs are a little wild, a little mischievous and contain the beauty and elegance that those traits possess. Wild, free and confident, growing wherever they please. And we can only assume, having a blast doing it!! Which also happens to be what we want Zannedelions to bring to you -- alot of fun. Oh yeah, and whether you want it or not - alot of attention. But that never hurt anyone.
Zannedelions are made with twisted wire for it's light
weight and fluidity. Many of the designs can safely be shaped to your
preference for a wider or thinner earring over and over again.
Why twisted wire? Why not cast them and crank em out. We've periodically asked ourselves that. It
would certainly be easier, quicker and make more money, but then the great
feature of being able to adjust each piece to each individual would be lost.
One size would have to fit all and one shape - satisfy all tastes. Right!!
We're good, but not THAT good! All crystals are brilliant-cut Austrian rhinestones,
5mm and 9mm, except when cubic zirconiums are used. Each stone is glued
with epoxy and/or cased in settings for extra durability and strength.
All gold wire thicker than 28 gauge is 12 Kt. gold-filled and all silver is pure. Beaded versions of the designs are available in pearl,
silver and gold 5mm beads unless otherwise requested. Because of it's
greater weight, 4mm beads are used for the hematite. Beads are strung onto
the wire before twisting. Their cabochons measure 12mm for the hematite,
13mm for the gold and silver and 14mm for the pearl. These sizes may vary
according to availability, but not more than a millimeter either way. All designs are available in post or clip. If your ear
size is unusually small, let us know so that we can adjust the fit. .>
SUSAN TERRIERE-HENRY, Designer
Susan made her living entertaining in hotels, nightclubs, casinos
and cruise ships for 25 plus years. She was always on the look for unique
formal accessories to wear while performing. She found a wonderful pair of
earrings in one of her favorite boutiques that appealed to her stage look.
This design was apparently all the rage in the fifties and had resurfaced.
She was often approached by women in the audience eager to know where they
could buy them. She herself wanted more and more variety, since they were
so comfortable, looked so great under the lights and got so many
compliments.
Frustrated by the lack thereof, she taught herself how
to make them and along with that discovery came the crafting/designing
bug. She began experimenting with different gauges of wire, different
mediums and techniques and incorporating today's style within the artform.
In 1997, while performing aboard a cruise ship, she
began developing the Zannedelion line and testing the different designs'
appeal by wearing them while performing. The response was overwhelming
enough to motivate Susan to make the transition from entertainer to
designer. She designs for her best friends. Women with alot of
spirit and spunk, a great sense of humor and not afraid to be noticed.
Though her stage time is much less, she still has a great love for sparkle
and gets as much joy out of seeing her work worn as she did wearing them
herself.
Zannedelions - the name coined by her husband from her
nickname "Zanny" and the growth of those creations all over the
house - are a little wild, a little mischievous and alot of Susan and what
she wishes for you - fun, cause it equals to happiness.
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earrings and accessories that will attract attention. These large earrings are made with Gold, silver, hematite, rhinestones, beads and stones.]]>