Today’s giveaway is from Maya & Ruhi! Shop owner Pearl makes gorgeous, unique jewelry that would make the perfect Mother’s Day gift! I asked Pearl to share a bit about herself and her shop with all of you here today. You can also follow her on her blog, and on the Maya & Ruhi Facebook page.
My name is Pearl, and I am a work-at-home mom. I came into jewelry design and crafting through my love for art and all things beautiful, after years of being a writer at a global advertising agency, and the birth of my first daughter, Maya.
Maya and Ruhi are the names of my daughters. “Maya” means “Illusion” in Sanskrit, and “Ruhi” means “Spiritual” in Persian. Maya is now 14, and a raving goofball; Ruhi is 9, and the penultimate Drama Queen. I do what I do at MAYA & RUHI because I want to let my daughters know that it is important to do what you love, and love what you do. No amount of money, recognition or fame is going to replace that sense of achievement and fulfillment of doing something you really love.
Working at home gives me the blessed opportunity to watch Maya and Ruhi grow up. Every day, I juggle the cleaning, the laundry, being chaperone, fight mediator, boo-boo kisser, cook, storyteller, general fixer-upperer… oh yes, and carving out some time to sit in my little boxroom of a studio, and craft up some pretty jewelry, while the two of them are at school.
History most inspires me. I am fascinated by stories, costumes, architecture and, of course, jewelry, from way back. I’ve created whole collections based on the life of the French Queen, Marie Antoinette, the paintings of Frida Kahlo, Tamara de Lempicka and Gustav Klimt, and the poetry of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood.
To date, my most popular designs are the Chic and Unique hoops and the Klimt earrings. The Chic and Unique hoops are hand-forged, and a signature style of mine. I love how the big ones look so dramatic, fun and sexy, but yet so light and easy to wear. The Klimt earrings are inspired by the great Austrian artist, Gustav Klimt. It’s a clean and simple design concept that echoes Klimt’s mosaic style, and warm brassy tone. I have had many clients custom Klimts to match an outfit for a special occasion, and Klimts with a combination of the family’s birthstones.
For today’s giveaway, Pearl is offering one winner the above pictured pair of Tiny Chic and Unique hoops with Powder Blue Amazonite cubes. According to Pearl, “This dainty number is as cute as it is glamourous. I love its air of quiet elegance, and understated romance.” The earrings measure 3.5cm from the bottom of the ear wire, to the bottom of the cube. The earrings will be packaged in a pouch and box.
In addition, Pearl is offering a generous 20% off all orders through April 29th. Use the code “smallthings20” to receive your discount.
For your chance to win, simply leave a comment on this post. Comments are closed. The winner is Beth J. “So pretty! Thank you for the opportunity.”
Thank you, Maya & Ruhi!
Carolina says
Wow! What absolutely beautiful jewelry!
Edye says
Her jewelry is so pretty! I would love to win!
Anna says
Oh I love her work, definitely art and not just jewelry. These are perfect !
Dana says
yes please! those earrings are super cute!
elizabeth smillie says
how darling! I’d love a pair!!!
Ashley says
Beautiful jewelry, and beautiful story. thanks for the opportunity to win
Kristie M. says
These are beautiful. Thank you!
Kelli says
I’d love to wear some of the earrings to work. Especially the hoops! Thanks for the great offer.
Andrea Walker says
Gorgeous, gorgeous jewelry – I’d love to win these!
dandelionmom says
Very nice!
Sara says
I love the hoops!
Holly Malinowski says
They are absolutely beautiful!!!I would love a pair of these!!!!
Tiff says
Beautiful jewelry, so light and airy for Spring and Summer.
Tiff
barb says
Lovely jewelry. Thanks for offering the giveaway!
beth j says
So pretty! Thank you for the opportunity.
Lesia says
So pretty !
Annie says
So pretty! Thanks for the chance! 🙂
Pam Gerhardt says
Hmmmmm…I have been looking for some ear rings! Very lovely.
Fairygram says
OMgoodness; beautiful!
Jackie - Luna Grey Fiber Arts says
So beautiful! Thank you for the opportunity : )
Salena says
Beautiful!
Jackie says
Love those — gorgeous!
Emily says
These are so very pretty- and thank you for the giveaway!
Lisa G says
I love you eye–clear and elegant, not fussy looking. I love hoop earrings, I hope I win.
j McAuley says
So pretty.
Danette says
Beautiful!!!
nancy says
Great giveaway!
Thanks!
Nancy
Melissa says
What beautiful jewelry!
Melinda C says
You do beautiful work, Pearl! I hope I win!
Kathleen L. says
Lovely earrings! You are very creative:)
Jess says
Beautiful jewelry!
Andria says
Very pretty and fun jewelry. Lucky lady to find fulfillment and joy working from home!
Taryn says
Beautiful earrings!
Gracey says
Gorgeous jewelry!!!!
dairygran says
They are beautiful!!!!
Kacie R. says
These earrings are gorgeous! I would love to give them to my sister.
Liz says
Beautiful!
Becky G says
How lovely! My mama would love those earrings!
Lisa says
Those are simply gorgeous!
jennifer says
Beautiful and fun! Thanks.
Sophie says
Very nice!
rachel says
Such beautiful creations! Thank you for sharing the giveaway and the shop!
Krystal says
Beautiful earrings. Thanks for the chance to win!
Emmie says
Stunning jewelry. Thank you for the opportunity!
alison frost says
cute! i love the colors and the silver hoops.
Tagati says
Aloha,
What great wearable art!
Mille grazie for the link and the giveaway!
Mahalo.
Nadja says
Beautiful! Really unique…
Beverly says
My daughter’s name is Maya, she’ll be 31 on May 5. Today is my birthday & we’d love to win.
Olivia says
Thank you for the chance to win!
Chantell Lodge says
Very cute!