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Nature-Themed Yellow Lotus Brooch Pin Crafted in Thailand 'Harmonious Yellow' Item ID: 2671796784

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Jesse
I gave it as a gift and they loved it
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Jennifer
These are lightweight and vibrant. My perfect blue! Like wearing flower petals
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Brenda
These earrings were beautiful!
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Lydia
I really like these earrings a lot, their unique, colorful, and look like flower petals. The earrings will go with about anything I wear!
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Colleen
They arrived in a beautiful cloth bag protected in z-bags. They are very pretty and lightweight. I forget I am wearing them Thank you Danai.
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Catherine
Very pretty and a beautiful blue. Will look super-nice with numerous spring/summer outfits. Thank you.
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Sheilashese
What i really like is this necklace is adjustable and very well made.would recommend with no hesitation. Everything i order has come well packaged.
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Trinity
Beautiful earrings! The color is so pretty!
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Ashley
I absolutely love, love, love these earrings. They are so unique and I have my eye on other items by this artisan.
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Melissa
So pretty and get lot of compliments. We’ll made.
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Helen
This broach is so very well-made. And it can be worn as a necklace or else as a broach. Also I was pleased with the pretty paper-mache box that it came in! I will use the box again.
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Gail
I’m very pleased with the red aster brooch I recently purchased. It’s beautiful and very well made. It’s a bit smaller than I expected, but I’m still very happy with it.
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Carol
I bought three pieces from Danai - this yellow rose, a purple rose and a purple and green orchid pin/pendant. The are so real you want to put them to your nose to enjoy their fragrance! So beautiful. Thank you, Danai!
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Mariko
Nice cute little coffee beans earrings. Nice shiny gold
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Robin
I wear these with the Garden Glory chalcedony drop earrings. They are perfect together! Sweet and precious.
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Kathleen
The coloring of these exquisite hair clips is incredible. The clips themself are substantial - with no worry of losing them when worn. A friend who loves orchids refutes that they begin with real blooms. They are the ultimate accent to many outfits, whether casual or dressy.
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Heather
This is my go to hair clip when I need to add a touch of sophistication to a quick updo. I have used it for months, and it remains durable and lovely.
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Laura
These earrings look exactly as pictured, including the shading.. They look even prettier on. Delivery was very prompt. I am still learning how to add pictures or i would add a pi ture as they are also an interesting shape - a little different than standard dangle.
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Linda
I love the blue/purple colors. They are light weight, and I will be able to wear them with so many outfits.
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Janice A
These earrings are going to be a Christmas present for my granddaughter. The golden edges set off the purple so beautifully. She will love.
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Natalie
Concept is clever and was well executed. The color, however, wasn't the soft pink seen in the photo.
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Kathleen
Unique and beautifully made A wondrously made accessory. A very special find. Thank You
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Margaret
VERY ATTRACTIVE, NICE WITH SUMMER CLOTHES
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Lorena
Beautiful and delicate broche hydrangea pin, I use it along with a second one, because the flower is small, so, I get the chance to group it in two, they look beautiful on me.
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Pat
I actually bought 2 pairs of these beautifully enhanced Petal Rain earrings constructed using natural Thai orchid petals because I know and trust Danai to deliver a product that is an accurate representation of what he advertises from previous purchases from him. And, therefore, I wasn't disappointed when they arrived... carefully packaged and ready for gift giving! I kept one beautiful pair for myself and gave the other pair to a friend for her b'day and she promptly put them on wearing a big smile!! Thank you Danai!!
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Claudia
This is even more beautiful that the picture can tell!! It was a present and everyone complemented in the party ! It is really well done and preserves beautifully the flower.
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Karen
Beautiful earrings
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Stanley
Mom loves it. Nice long chain, so easy for her to get on & off.
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Jeremiah
Looks beautiful!
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Dorothy
The color of the flower is exactly as pictured online. This piece combines my love of orchids and the color purple.
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Larry
These earrings look wonderful and really make a colorful statement and accent.
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Duncan
This was a Christmas gift and she loves it!
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Deborah
The earrings were beautiful just as they appeared on the website.
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Fran
Love the colors. Lots of compliments.
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Margaret
Very pretty.
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Vanessa
I get many compliments on these. They are so beautiful.
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Kathleen
My daughter has long black hair and often ties it up on her head. This hair clip is beautiful and looks gorgeous in her hair. Very sophisticated.
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Phillip
Beautiful piece of work. Very nice detail and wonderful colour. It was actually a fair amount larger than expected.
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Diane
My mom loves this! It's really beautiful.
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Karol
Moja zona by?a zachwycona, Dobrze wykonana, dok?adnie jak na zdj?ciu.
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Christian
I purchased this for my wife for Christmas and she loved them. The colors are deep and vibrant. I'm very satisfied with this purchase.
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Laura L.
These are just lovely. I have purchased for myself and some for gifts. I've never seen anything like them
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Shamaine
I bought this to wear regularly when I just didn't want to think about accessories. They are small and incredibly shiny. They look great and polished for both, in-person and Zoom meetings.
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Kathryn
I got this to give as a gift and it will look great on coats, shawls, hats, lapels. Would also be nice as a gift corsage for special occasions (Mothers’ Day, Easter, Wedding).
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Sally
Beautiful piece and well made! Perfection!
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Andrea
I'm so happy with this purchase. The flowers are bright and refreshing. Looks like I picked fresh flowers and placed them on my ears. Very unique
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Christie
I bought these for my mom as a surprise. I can’t wait to see her face when she opens them!
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Jenny
The fascia color is stunning. I have received many compliments. These earrings are very lightweight and comfortable.
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Kristina
The earrings are unique and of very good quality. They’re light and beautiful - I get so many compliments on them. Thank you!!
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Kevin
I got these for my wife on Mother's Day.. She felt they were beautiful and loved that they used orchid petals to make them.
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Heather
I bought my very first piece of jewelry art from Danai over 10 years ago; a beautifully dainty pink orchid necklace. I was so inspired, so in awe of his creations that it literally inspired me to start making resin jewelry of my own. I've come pretty far, but I still can't even come close to his level of mastery! This is probably the 5th or 6th piece I've purchased from him over the years for myself, definitely at least the 15th purchase in total when including gifts and such. Yet each time I open a new box, I still find myself gasping in awe! "Orchid Magic" is just stunningly beautiful! The colors are deep and rich, the resin is perfectly applied (and believe me, I now know how HARD that is to do!!), and the gold accents on the edges of the petals is just enough without being too much. It's just sheer perfection and I'm sure I'll be buying more over the next decade. Keep it up, Danai! Your work is LOVED!
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Aegina
I love how vividly colored the petals are, and it's almost magical that they are real. They are so light and easy to wear, and they really brighten up an outfit.
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Patrica
This is an absolutely stunning piece of jewelry. Yellow roses were my Mom's favorite so I have sweet memories of her whenever I wear this beautifully crafted item. Danai is a talented artist and I look forward to new items in his collection.
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Kathleen
These earrings are beautiful, and light. They add color to what has been a very dreary time in history. I have a sundress, that I love them with, but they go with many things.
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Jesse
The color becomes much brighter when held up the light opposed to against your chest. The details of the plant also became much more visible so if your ever bored you’ll always have something pretty to look at
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Inga
A very interesting idea, a beautiful pin and a really real flower! Bravo to the artist for such an exquisite work
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Inga
A very beautiful flower, quite large. I'm not sure if I can wear it, but undoubtedly it is a beautiful and high-quality product that pleases the eye and, of course, will add to my collection of beautiful jewelry. Thank you very much, I enjoyed this purchase!
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Mele
I was almost afraid to wear this, but it isn't as delicate as I thought. The flower is beautifully preserved.
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Jana
I got the earrings and necklace and I was so pleased with the color and how it fit just perfect on my neck and ears! Please make an all yellow one. Thank you Jana Carlo
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Donna
This is a real purple orchid which is protected with a resin to protect it. When I opened the package I could hardly believe the natural beauty of it. I will cherish it forever. The true color is actually more on the burgundy side than what this picture shows but is still beautiful. Thank you for the excellence shown in the product.
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Kimberly Susan
This pin is gorgeous! It is an actual flower encased in some preservative coating. It is beautiful and makes a lovely gift!
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Virgie
I liked these earrings so much and the price point was so reasonable that I bought a second pair on sale. I know that there is a real leaf encased in the plating, so if the first pair wears out I will have another one ready. I know exactly what leaf this artist chose to preserve: Dischidia ruscifolia, a vining relative of the Hoya family which is very popular among plant collectors. I do grow this plant along with many Hoyas. A hanging basket overflowing with this Dischidia's vines appears as thousands of tiny green hearts, and gives rise to the common name of the "thousand hearts vine." I own several pieces of jewelry from this artist and these earrings are of the same high quality construction as his other work.
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Cynthia
I was very pleased with this brooch. It looks lovely. Very nice flower.
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Ruth
I bought these as a gift for my mom, who loves jewelry and bright colors. They are wonderfully light weight and very vibrant in color. She loved that they show up nicely from a distance but are not too long. In addition, it's wonderful to have a pair that is unique as these earrings are made from real petals.
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Yatriz
My daughter doesn't like to wear earrings but she tried these ones immediately
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Lauren
Absolutely stunning hair clip. Gorgeous colors with a delicate look. Elevates any simple hairstyle. highly recommend!
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Kathryn
Love these. Have them in purple too.
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Toni
lightweight
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Jennifer
I bought these earrings for myself. I love the rich color and lightweight feel. I highly recommend if you are a fan of orchids.
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Estelle
I'm a Tour Guide in New Orleans, LA - perfect for stories of cafe au lait & beignets (coffee & doughnuts)...Also great conversational item when meeting friends for coffee (even when wearing a mask!)
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Catherine
Having purchased lovely petal earrings prior from this same jeweler - and continue 2-3 years later to ALWAYS receive compliments on their beauty, I decided to purchase a pair for a cousin. I know that she'll be thrilled upon receiving!
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Lenore
I love the color and have gotten many compliments!
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Diane
I gave this to my mother and she loves to wear it on her coat for a splash of color. It’s shiny and it looks delicate, although it seems solid when you handle it.
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Kathleen
A friend who ADORES Orchids refuses to believe that this artist uses real Orchids as a base for his art. The colors are exquisite and the quality superb. This hair clip is not overly fragile and a quite unique accent piece to any outfit.
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Ellen
Brightens up my face and my mood.
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Melissa
wear at least once a weekso lovely
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Melissa
looks just like on line wear at least once a week
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Diane
This was purchased for the bride for a Hawaii wedding and it certainly is a gorgeous statement piece. Excellent craftsmanship.
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Stefani
Like it was just plucked from the pot... so beautiful and delicate forever!
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Michael
A lovely jewelry piece for any lady with a jewelry hoard full of years of more conventional gifts, simple and elegant, and especially if she has a weakness for the beauty of orchids! My wife loves it
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April
These are absolutely stunning! Purchased as gifts and then purchased for myself :) They are beautifully crafted!
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Laurie
These earrings are beautiful. The gold covering on each bean is generous and very shiny. Large coffee.beans were used so the earrings stand out when worn. They are lightweight too.
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Shion
I purchased this item as a gift. It was beautiful and well-made.
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Alison
Truly gorgeous!
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Pat
I love, love, love these earrings made from orchid petals. I have purchased them in this gorgeous blue and in the rose, I purchased a pair for myself and one for my friend.
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Pat
I bought a pair for me and then for a cherished friend. We are both delighted that such a beautiful item can be made from orchids and extend their beauty forever. Nice and unusual idea.
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Diane
These are actually bougainvillea leaves clearly coated and surrounded in gold. What a clever idea. It makes for a lovely design. They are very light weight and I've received many complements. They look great with a mask! Buy them. You won't be disappointed!
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Michelle
I got this for an Orchid lover and they were thrilled!
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Sharon
Simply gorgeous. The purple hue makes me feel like royalty. It's as beautiful as a real flower.
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Beverly
For elegant occasions.
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Carolyn
These look real, and they are light on the ears. Nice color blue.
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Carolyn
These look like a real petal. They are light on the ears but noticeable.
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Gail
I bought these earrings as a gift for my daughter who loves orchids. She loves the purple and white clors and patterns on these cute earrings.
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Jacqueline
I think this is a winner. It is beautiful, will look nice on a suit or dress.
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David
I gave these to a friend and she loved them.
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Toni
They are just like pictured. Pretty purple and gentle curve to the petal.
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Steve
My wife loves these
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Judith
These natural orchid petal earrings are one of my favorite pieces of jewelry. I love wearing them, they are so light and colorful and I get a lot of compliments on them.
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Joann
These earrings are beyond breathtaking. They look so beautiful and are a dream to wear. They get noticed. These are the sort of items meant to go from one generation to the next as treasured family heirlooms.
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Lisa
I have these in 3 different colors and I would order more colors if they were available. Very unique and beautiful!
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Nancy
I have the necklace as well as earrings. I love the bright colors and the way the gold wraps the back and edges. Lovely
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Darla
The combination of flower petals color and shine make this beauty of nature shine as much as any cut stone. I love these ans feel special when I wear them.
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Janet
Pretty necklace although I was expecting something more substantial. So it is very lightweight and charming. I got it at a discount and am pleased.
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Virginia
This flower is lovely and makes a unique gift
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Lisa
I love that it's a real flower. Looks just like in the pictures. Special, more of a wardrobe piece. The adjustable gold chain is pretty and practical too.
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Sheilashese
Very happy with my selection.pretty pin.
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Sheilashese
First time ordering from this company and very pleased with all 3 pins I ordered..the color is vivid and made well and impressed with the packaging it came in...I would recommend this piece and it's light in weight..nice larger size also.
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Connie
This necklace is very pretty, and I especially like the fact that I can adjust the length of the chain.
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Stephanie
very pretty, delicate and well made.
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Laura L.
Beautiful!I love this art....
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Ione
That's are fantastic.
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James
They are just as featured ? delicate looking, yet outstanding. My wife likes them.
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Sue
More beautiful in real life than the picture.
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Terri
These earrings are very pretty. They look exactly like the picture and are very light weight. The color is beautiful and the quality is really nice.
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Karen
This piece of jewelry is exquisite. It is the perfect compliment to my new Easter dress.
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Judith
Beautifully made and a perfect size. A wonderful color too, not often found in most jewelry.
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Kathleen
This is stunning, unique, the beauty of nature preserved.Purchased to be a Mother's Day gift. Purple is Mom's favorite color she is sure to love it. The adjustable chain length feature will make right for any neckline.
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Marina
I bought these earrings as birthday gift for my daughter. She loved it
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Dorothy
The orchid petal earrings are absolutely beautiful, an item of quality. The colors are lovely, the design is simple,elegant. I made a purple dress from a Vogue pattern, and these will set it off perfectly.
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Donna
More exquisite than I had imagined - beautiful and delicate but solidly made. Thank you!
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Ellen
The color is gorgeous and the orchid looks like it was just picked. It's also lightweight, so easy to wear.
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Kathleen
I love this color and matched it up with blue earrings. I can't wait for spring to wear them both together to celebrate the new season and signs of nature coming to life again.
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Alla
I bough this as a gift for my niece, because they reminded me about her. They are very beautiful and work of the artist is amazing. My niece also loved them. They look as pictured.
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Kathleen
These are extraordinarily unique. I feel special when I wear them and tell people about them even when they haven't commented themselves.
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Emily
This pin is gorgeous! I bought it as a gift, but now that I've seen it, I want one too.
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Jay
My wife loves this item made from a real flower. It goes beautifully with her lavender sweater.
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Susan
These are lovely and, although they look very fragile, they are coated so that they won't be easily broken (I wouldn't just toss them in the jewelry box, though). The colors very subtly flow from a bright fuchsia to a deep purple. I'm very pleased with them.
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Rachel
These are truly a gorgeous color, and more reflective than the picture shows. I was afraid they'd be super delicate too, but really they're more sturdy than I'd anticipated.
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Iris
Delicate and so lovely. Bought for my daughter who wears scarves a lot. She loved it. Buying another for my sister.Lovely workmanship!
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Yolanda
These earrings are so beautiful they just stand out with whatever I wear them. Very good quality at very good price from excellent seller.
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Meghan
These are lovely earrings, very delicate-looking yet they're very sturdy and well made
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Alice
These earrings are a perfect match for the orchid necklace I also ordered. They are perfection. Thank you for making something so special available to people like me and for the care with which it was done.
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Alice
This is absolutely beautiful! It even surpassed my expectations. Obviously, the artist took great care to select a perfect orchid and preserve it for many years to come. I also bought the earrings.
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Patrushkha
The color is just like the picture. They're lightweight and look as good as I had hoped.
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Meghan
This necklace is truly gorgeous. I love the lariat aspect so you can adjust where the orchid sits depending on what you're wearing. Item is as shown.
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Paula
This pin is gorgeous. It is delicate & beautiful
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Katie
I just love these earrings.. Can wear everyday or used to dress up on the night on the town. Love them so much I ordered another pair .. The picture does not show how beautiful and delicate they are.
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Alicia
These earrings are so beautiful and high quality. The color is so vibrant. I always get compliments when I wear them and people are so surprised when I tell them they're real petals.
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Sergei
Great artwork! Beautiful enamel - I bought a set of the earrings and the necklace.
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Sarah
These earrings were a perfect gift for my mom.
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Kristine
These earrings are stunning! They are so unique and are even more beautiful in person than in the pictures. The colors fade from a lovely shade of blue at the top to a beautiful purple at the bottom. I love them!!! The quality is amazing and they arrived very quickly. I purchased them as gifts and I will definitely be ordering again for myself!
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Rebecca
Perfectly lightweight, casual earring! Love them!
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Judith
I received these earrings yesterday and I love them. They are so delicate, light as a feather and very unique. I wore them to work today and didn't feel like I had earrings on. So happy that I bought them. Now I just need a necklace to go with them. Maybe soon.
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Meghan
This is a gorgeous necklace, beautifully preserved orchid, as shown in photos
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Patricia
Absolutely gorgeous. I love knowing they are actual petals encased in resin to preserve them. The color is perfect.
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Regina
They are larger than I thought they would be so pay attn to the size, I always find centimeters hard to gauge even when I use a ruler. But they are really lovely if you have no problem with size
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Ann
These orchid magenta earrings are superb and wonderfully handcrafted. I highly, highly recommend purchasing a pair and I may buy more for gifts!
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Julia
Such a simple idea and absolutely beautiful. The earrings arrived beautifully packaged and relatively quickly considering they ship front Thailand. Highly recommend.
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John
My wife choose this item from your on line catalog. She was thrilled when it arrived and she could see its delicate beauty! Our admiration goes to the creator of this fine piece of jewelry!
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Booby
The colour of these orchid petals is as vivid as in the picture, together with the visible veining. They are light and a pleasure to wear. I only wish that the lacquer was a bit less shiny.
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Beau
The perfect Valentine gift. The high gloss is better than the picture. Casual or formal my wife loves them.
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Carol
These earrings are stunning, white against a gorgeous red background. Love, love, love!
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Frank
Got this for my wife for VDay. She is very happy. Unique and well made. I also got her a matching necklace. She loves purple and orchids and these provided both
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Meghan
I am using thus instead of live flowers as a corsage for my mother at my wedding. That way she can keep it and treasure it. It is beautiful, as shown.
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Tina
The color and craftsmanship are even more impressive than in the picture - and the picture showed them beautifully!
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Barbara
These earrings are just gorgeous and so very well made.They were packaged well and arrived when expected. Thank you so much for your beautiful art.
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Meghan
We will use this as a corsage for our wedding. It is very beautiful
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Karen
absolutely beautiful
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Gary
Just received this yesterday and it looks just like the picture. Quite pretty. I'm sure my wife will like.
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Elizabeth
Precisely accurate and excellent quality, these earrings are a perfectly designed and crafted. They are real orchids attached to sterling silver hooks and look as beautiful as any orchid. The only thing missing is the scent. I’m really impressed by the quality and speed of delivery.
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Janet
The earrings are lovely and I am wearing them today. It was a gift to myself.
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Tina
It looks like a real flower that was dipped in resin and that's a compliment! It looks so real!
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Connie
This item was depicted so well in the online view and I was extremely happy when these earrings arrived! They are so gorgeous, I can hardly wait to wear them..
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Mike
The detail is magnificent! Beautifully crafted and very colorful.
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Lorraine
Unique, comfortable splash of color
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Barbara
I love these earrings. They are light weight. And the style is as cute as a bean. Ha, ha. Get it?
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Amanda
Very colorful and pretty on
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Ramie
I gave this pin to my mother for her birthday. She loves it. The pin is finely crafted and the color is perfect. I would recommend this to any Orchid lover. A great price too.
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Joshua
These earrings are lovely. My wife was very pleased.
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Anna
My sister collects orchids, so when I saw these it was a no brainer gift. They are exquisite and she loves them!
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Youra
It goes very nicely with my embroidered blouse which is black.
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Preethi
This is a beautiful one of a kind piece. the workman ship is extraordinary. I am glad to own this necklace.
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Stan
There is no way to take a photo that will demonstrate how lovely this pair of earrings is. Highly recommended for anyone who appreciates nature and organic designs in jewelry.
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Brigitte
I even lost the chance to buy it because I waited too long. When it was available again, I didn't waste a minute to order it. Doesn't it look gorgeous ?
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Susan
I get lots of compliments on these earrings. I’v Seen similar ones for a lt more money.
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Mary
I am very pleased with these. The colors are as pictured. They are very light which I like. My older ears don't look good with heavy jewelry. Just the right size. There is a nice silver loop on the reverse side.
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Nancy
Much prettier in person!! Very, very happy with my purchase!
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Nancy
These are very beautiful & unique earrings! So glad I bought these & the blue ones!
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Angela
I love these earrings. They are so delicate. I would love to have a necklace of about 5 leaves to match my earrings. You can't appreciate how delicate until you get them! Beautiful!
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Linda
Everything about this piece is beautiful. I was afraid it might be too delicate, but it feels substantial. The glossy red is striking. I love it!
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Sarah
I am not 60 years old (that's whom I think of when I think brooches, though I love flowers) so I had to get it. I wear it as a pendant and it is beautiful! Thank you Danai!
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Renee
ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL
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Marlen
Large petals that graduate in color. My earrings are colored turquoise to cobalt to deep purple.
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Nancy
I ordered these flower petal earrings for myself because I was excited by the vibrancy of their color. I was not disappointed, they seem to be alive as only nature can make things. The hand done gold work is carefully applied and they rest comfortably in your ears. They are beautiful.
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Tonya
These earrings are breathtaking and large enough everyone can enjoy them. I love these so much, this is my second pair. I bought two pair in case I lose an earring, I wanted to have some spares. I don't know how long they will be selling them, and with my luck, the day I lose one, they will stop selling more. My only request would be to have the option to get solid gold posts, or at least have a few options for posts. I have very sensitive ears, and I have to coat the posts with clear fingernail polish. I love them.
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Beverly
This is very unique and beautiful pin.
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Christina
Enjoy them myself and wouldn't think twice about buying them for a gift
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Denise
This necklace is beautiful and unique. I love the lariat style. I also love the matching earrings.
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Meg
Light weight. Well made. Fun to wear and gathercompliments. So colorful, making a lovely accent to many outfits.
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Nancy
What a wonderful idea. These earrings are very delicate, but absolutely lovely.
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Jessica
These are extremely delicate and lightweight, and the color of the orchids is preserved exactly as observed on the flowers.
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Barbara
This necklace is like nothing I have ever had before, just knowing the flower is actually a real flower makes this even more special. The colors are vibrant, and just gorgeous, I will cherish this . I got the midnight blue this time but I will eventually like to get other colors. Also the box it came in is so perfect to keep in in to protect it. If you are thinking about this ,don't it's like nothing I have ever seen before . It's a way to keep a beautiful flower ( orchid) alive for ever. Just beautiful.
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Erin
Great earrings, especially for a night shift nurse! The back was a little long but I just cut it to a better length with wire cutters.
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Jann
I love these. I also have the matching necklace. Beautifully made and look so elegant
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Brandi
I gave this to my mom for Mother's Day and it is gorgeous. So vibrant and delicate. A very unique piece of art and jewelry. I cannot wait to buy myself the matching earrings.
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Anna
The pin was just as colorful, glossy and vibrant as the picture shows. The pin itself was just right -- not so large as to be tacky and ostentatious, but not so small that would vanish into the folds of your clothes, either. It was a gift, and came packaged nicely for presentation, which was a nice touch.

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Danai

"My name is Danai Leosawathiphong. I was born March 20, 1949 in northern Thailand. My grandfather was a Chinese immigrant from the Canton province. He emigrated to Thailand at the end of the 19th century when he was in his early twenties. He was a very hard working person trading goods all along the river and during that time he met my partner's grandfather.

 

"I studied business and left for England. Engineering interested me, and I graduated with an engineering degree from Leeds University. I met Ilkay, my wife there. She went to Brunel University where she graduated in polymer science.

 

"In 1976, Ilkay and I came back to Thailand. Originally my family and partner's family planned to get into mining. And in order to analyze the rocks, ores and minerals, we needed to set up a lab. Then my partner's father suggested that we could also use the lab to create something representative of the area, and we came up with the idea of covering natural products such as exotic flowers and plants with gold. Well, the easiest way was to experiment with copper.

 

"So we started electro-plating products. We got a small bathtub, filled it with an electrolytic solution and placed anodes in there. We placed flowers in as cathodes wired to a DC rectifier and went home. Of course, we could not wait to see the results, so we came back at 2 or 3 in the morning. Yes, the flower should be nice by now. We took them out and… Wow! Only the wires were left! We tried and tried until we had our first flower covered with metal, but it really looked like a shrimp. So this experimenting lasted about two years. We had to start working professionally, because our process is not electro-plating, but rather electro-forming. Basically with electro-forming the layer of plating is much thicker and the surface better leveled than with electro-plating.

 

"It was a very demanding and challenging time for Ilkay and me because there were so many details involved in trying to get our products off the ground, working on packaging and advertising, etc. We had to run this activity like a proper business and, with our scientific backgrounds, this was another challenge. It was just as we were launching our product on the market that my partner married. His wife is in charge of marketing and has helped us tremendously.

 

"This new venture gave flavor to my life. It has enabled me to provide employment to others in my community, and they can provide for their families. From the very beginning, one of our main objectives has been to employ women, as there were few job offers for women then. Another main objective has been the environment, because we have to deal with chemicals. We reprocess everything we use and do not throw anything away. All our boxes are made out of recycled paper as well.

 

"I think our creations have a lot of potential. I do not think they will go out of fashion, because people generally love flowers. It is so interesting when you work for yourself. For the past 20 years or so, I have had good and bad times but I enjoyed it all. It is pretty much like black coffee – bitter, sweet and very nice."