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I am a mom to three wonderful children and a wife to a very supportive and loving husband. God gives us all talents, and our job is to take those talents and use them to Glorify Him! I have always loved fashion and jewelry design and always enjoyed creating my own jewelry pieces. Throughout the years I have been approached to recreate the designs that I wear. This is how Omorfa Designs by Maria began. Omorfa is a Greek word which means “beautiful”. I have learned throughout the years to create designs by using many techniques from wire wrapping, hand stamping and texturing precious metal, to kiln firing precious metal clay. My designs are inspired by God’s given talent to see the beauty in my family, nature, different cultures, findings, gemstones, architecture, and fashion. I enjoy working directly with my customers to create pieces based on each person’s unique taste and budget. All of my designs are created entirely by hand using only the best materials. I shop all over the world to get just the right metals and gemstones for each design. 10% of my proceeds are donated to missions around the world that do Gods work. Maria email: omorfadesigns@gmail.com

Thursday, September 20, 2012

Sterling Silver Freshwater Pearl Lifetime Rosary




Sterling Silver & Freshwater Cultured Pearl Rosary

Lifetime Heirloom Rosary

This Rosary has been hand made using a technique in which each individual pearl link is hand wrapped therefore will never open to disconnect or break. I have used sterling silver and cultured freshwater pearls, along with a gorgeous brushed finish sterling silver crucifix and centerpiece.  The smaller pearls are 5mm, and the larger "Our Father" are 9mm.  This piece is available for custom orders.  The pearls can vary depending on personal preference, in size and in color.  There are also a variety of crucifix's that can be used.  This can also be created with genuine gemstones as main or accent beads in the chain.  It is truly an heirloom treasure to have! 
 
I have designed and created this special Rosary as a donation to Noonan Elementary Academy's Annual Dinner Dance Fundraiser.
 
Please contact me if you are interested in a custom piece.

Tuesday, July 24, 2012

Grandmother Mother Family Charm Bracelet



Grandmother or Mother Family Charm Bracelet

Sterling silver hand stamped family bracelet.  The heart makes the perfect charm for the monogram.  In this particular design, this is the last name initial for the grandmother.  She has four children, represented in each round charm are each of her 2-4 grandchildren.  Along with her mongramed heart charm hangs a genuine freshwater pearl charm and a beautiful sterling silver rose. 
This bracelet has also been designed for mothers.  The round charm can contain each of a mother's children's names along with their birthdates.

Saturday, May 12, 2012

Baby Bracelets

Baby Bracelets








These are darling Sterling Silver Custom Baby Bracelets.  These can be customized with genuine birthstones, freshwater pearls, even tiny charms. These can make the perfect gift for special occassions like birthdays, first communions, flower girls, baptism or christening. 

Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Brass Freshwater Pearl 30" Mothers Necklace




Brass & Freshwater Personalized 30" Necklace

This makes quite the fashion statement.  It is an exquisite piece.  Hand wrapped freshwater pearls of all shapes and sizes create this one of a kind custom piece.  Truly a treasure to wear!  Hangs at 30", however can also be wrapped around the neck twice to give a completely different look.  The mother bird hovers over a hand wrapped brass nest where three eggs lay nestled inside, representing her three beloved children.  Within the locket you may place up to two family photos.  The personalized leaf makes just the right addition to add the family name.
This piece is hand made per order.  No two ever exactly alike.
You may call me for details.
815-693-1348





Sterling Silver Hand Stamped Necklaces with genuine citrine and amethyst stones.  These are perfect for First Communion, Graduation, Baptism, or even Birthdays.

Saturday, January 14, 2012

Ocean Blue Style


Ocean Blue
Casual or Elegant Style

These gorgeous genuine Chalcedony Stones capture so much light.  I have combined them with genuine Peridots, Amethysts, Sky Blue Quartz, Royal Blue Quartz, and Freshwater Pearls all together set in Sterling Silver.

Happy New Year


Happy New Year!
These are among several of my newer creations.  I am having a lot of fun with colorful freshwater pearls these days.  Aside from the center Cranberry drops which are designed with black onyx and pearls, all of the earrings here are designed with sterling silver and variety of shapes and colors of freshwater pearls.