Welcome to my website! I have a severe case of technophobia, but I promise to keep you informed about my hobby that became a small business: Second Chance Jewelry.
I am a retired medical editor/writer. Like many people my age, I can't remember whether I raised the shades in the bedroom three minutes ago, but I do remember where I got the idea to make repurposed jewelry: at a mall antique show in my home town, Superior, Wisconsin. One of the vendors had some lovely earrings made from vintage beads. I had never been much of a craftsperson, but I knew right away that I could and would make new jewelry out of old jewelry. I started--surprise!--with earrings, but soon branched out to necklaces and bracelets.
I did this just as a hobby for many years. I designed jewelry for myself and for friends and family. Then a few years ago I met Seri Johnson (sewsmiley.com) and started sharing her booth at the Kingfield Farmers Market and at craft fairs. At first it was a casual effort, but before long I designed business cards and price tags and started keeping a careful inventory.
Now I invite you to my latest challenge: this website. Have fun browsing in my online jewelry store!
Second Chance
.....jewelry with a past
by Frances Munnings
I make “Second Chance” jewelry out of old
and not-so-old earrings and necklaces. I find the jewelry at thrift shops, garage and estate sales, and antique stores.
Most of the time I restyle the jewelry, but sometimes I “rescue” a piece that just needs to be cleaned, polished, or repaired.
I always use new ear wires, but I try to reuse clasps and chains. I seldom use new beads; I work with what I have. Thus no two pieces are alike and no two people have exactly the same Second Chance: jewelry that is wearable, affordable, and unique. It’s the perfect gift—for yourself or for your friends and family.
.....jewelry with a past
by Frances Munnings
I make “Second Chance” jewelry out of old
and not-so-old earrings and necklaces. I find the jewelry at thrift shops, garage and estate sales, and antique stores.
Most of the time I restyle the jewelry, but sometimes I “rescue” a piece that just needs to be cleaned, polished, or repaired.
I always use new ear wires, but I try to reuse clasps and chains. I seldom use new beads; I work with what I have. Thus no two pieces are alike and no two people have exactly the same Second Chance: jewelry that is wearable, affordable, and unique. It’s the perfect gift—for yourself or for your friends and family.
