The Story of Orange Avocado Jewelry...

• ERSA Collection: FW 2023

  Published Sep 15 2023 in

      

   

  The ERSA Collection is a collaboration between Erin & Sandra. It would only seem fitting that our collection would take on both of our names:  ER (for Erin) and SA (for Sandra).  

   

  This collection reflects experimentation with how different metals can be formed into modern jewelry pieces.  We worked with sheet metal to create the contemporary cylindrical forms, twisted wire for the delicate twist jewelry and heavy gauge wire for the bold and irregular oval forms.  And as always theses pieces can be layered for a beautiful and modern layering of jewelry. 

   

  We continue to incorporate the use of 14K gold filled metals in these pieces.  We love the contrast of the gold to sterling and fine silver.  And we love the benefits of gold filled jewelry:  tarnish free, doesn’t fade, lasts for many years and the affordable option to solid gold.  Read about the benefits of Gold Filled Jewelry HERE.

   

  Enjoy our jewelry experimentation with the ERSA Collection!

  
  

• Lani- "The sky and the heavens"

  Published Mar 23 2023 in

  

  Lani is the Hawaiian word for "sky" or also "the heavens". My collection is inspired by Hawaii, a piece of heaven on earth. Hawaii has always been a very special place to me since I was young, I always loved visiting my family there and exploring Oahu. Recently I traveled 3 of the islands and fell even more in love.

   My mom, Sandra started this jewelry company over 17 years ago. On one of our family trips to Maui, Hawaii she was inspired by a town called Paia. On my recent trip I visited Paia without even realizing the inspiration it had on my mom. I too felt the magic of that town. 

  Thank you to everyone who supported me and inspired me to put out my first collection. 

  Discover the LANI COLLECTION.

  Erin

  
  

• Ellipse Collection: Spring/Summer 2023

  Published Mar 23 2023 in industrial, mixed metals, New Collection spring summer, New Collections

  

  The Ellipse Collection is a set of jewelry that has an industrial edge to it.  Sterling silver layered with gold filled freeform shapes & hammered textures.  I have metal worked pieces with acute edges balanced with softer freeform circles.  

  I began my jewelry company 17 years ago after visiting the beautiful town of Paia in Maui.  I was inspired by the jewelry I purchased in a little boutique.  Years later it has come full circle with my daughter, Erin, joining the business full time and finding similar inspiraton.  I am now mentoring Erin about jewelry making and running a business.  I would have never thought that it would arrive at this, but it seems right.  Welcome Erin to Orange Avocado Jewelry.

  This journey has taken me full circle and I am excited for the future with Erin.

  Discover the ELLIPSE COLLECTION.

  xo sandra

   

  
  

• What's your metal?

  Published Nov 04 2022 in benefits of gold, benefits of gold fill, permanent jewelry, precious metal info, Spark Forever Jewelry

  

  There are so many different types of metals to choose from when creating jewelry.  My metals of choice for my permanent bracelets are 14K Solid Gold, 14K gold filled and sterling silver.  Here I will discuss the benefits of each to help you make the right choice when choosing the metal for your permanent bracelet. 

  14K SOLID GOLD

  14K Solid gold is the choice of many jewellers for its perfect balance of durability, affordability and appearance.  It will not tarnish or discolour over time.  It is an everlasting precious metal that can be worn at all times without effects on its quality.  This metal can be worn while exercising, swimming or taking a shower.  It will maintain its gold lustre for a lifetime.

  14K GOLD FILLED METAL 

  14K GOLD FILL possesses the luxury of solid gold but without the cost.  14K gold filled jewelry is gold that is 100x times thicker than gold vermeil or gold plated jewelry. The gold is pressure bonded onto a base metal.  It will not tarnish or wear off like gold vermeil or gold plated jewelry.  Read about the benefits of gold filled jewelry HERE.  It is ideal for people with allergies or sensitive skin as well. You can swim, shower, and exercise without having to take off your gold filled permanent bracelet.

  STERLING SILVER

  STERLING SILVER chain is 92.5% silver with alloys that are added to it for durability.  Although sterling silver can tarnish over time, it is common to stay free of tarnish if worn on the skin and continually touched by your skin.  The oils from your body will act as a barrier to tarnish.  It however depends on the body acidity of each individual which will determine the degree of tarnishing as a result.  It is NOT RECOMMENDED IF YOU SWIM IN CHLORINATED WATER (ie, swimming pools, water parks) as it will cause tarnishing.  We  will provide you with a small polish pad with your purchase of a sterling silver permanent bracelet in the case that your bracelet does tarnish under normal wear.  

  
  

• Pendulum Collection: F/W 2022

  Published Aug 30 2022 in

  The Pendulum Collection

  

  The movement of a pendulum is based on Newton’s first Law of motion: 

  A body at rest, stays at rest and a body in motion stays in motion.

  My fall and winter 2022 Pendulum Collection is inspired by this metaphysical law.  It is the balance between rest and motion that I strive for; especially in these last few years.  I want to embrace those moments of rest; truly enjoy the freedom of rest and the peace that it brings. I also love to learn new things, ride my bike, and keep active.  This is my “motion”.  What is your rest and what is your motion?  At each stage of my life the balance between the two has changed.  It takes effort to try to balance the two out.  Sometimes this is within our control and sometimes it is beyond our control.   

  Time is measured by a pendulum. 

  This collection is your pendulum; your time and how you spend it. 

  I believe that when we have a balance between time, rest and motion

  we are truly peaceful. 

  Discover the Pendulum Collection online.

  xo Sandra