My Valentine's Day Wish List (Updated for 2014)

Counting down to Valentine's Day:  15 Days of Love.

(Note for 2014: Dorota has 322 items at her etsy shop right nowis 

Swarovski Crystal hearts and Icicles for Valentine's Day.. and all year round!
(Note for 2014: Though I wrote this last year, Dorota has 322 items at her etsy shop right now, most with the Swarovski crystals and Czech glass of the items featured here.) 

Dorota's Blue Purple Heart Necklace

I first found Dorota's Jewelry, at etsy.com over a year ago, and the items always take my breath away.  I hope that you will have the same reaction.  Prices, buying, and shipping information at the links.  (And most of these items are remarkably reasonably priced.)  

Dorota, the shop owner, writes:

I.. was born and raised in Krakow, Poland. From a young age, my appreciation for arts and craftsmanship was influenced by my mother, an antique restorer and a painter, and by the enchantments of my hometown....  Filled with breathtaking medieval architecture, Krakow is a city so bewitching and so rich in art and history, that large portions have been named World Heritage Sites by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultured Organization (UNESCO).

I spent many years studying about gems and learning the delicate trade of bringing them together to create balanced and beautiful jewelry. Since the mid 1990s, I have sold many of my creations in boutiques across Europe as well as the United States, and now they are available to you from this online gallery.

So, from Dorota's Jewelry, here are SOME of my Valentine's Day favorites for Day 15 of 15 Days of Love: 

Ruby Crystal Earrings with Raspberry Swarovski Crystal Cranberry and Antique Gold Icicle: (Necklace on this picture is sold separately.)

"Eye-pleasing, refreshing blend of eco-chic and sparkling elegance with a touch of vintage flair!

- 14K Gold Filled (not plated!), handcrafted ear-wires

- Top Quality Antique Gold Brass Victorian Style bead caps, all nickel and lead safe - hypoallergenic!

- Large Swarovski faceted crystal teardrops in in Ruby Red/Pink, 40mm x 11mm

- Czech Crystals in Cranberry, 3mm"

Red Purple Heart Necklace of RARE Swarovski Plum Ruby Crystal Heart & Sterling Silver:

"Make an entrance with this amazing and dynamic and RARE Swarovski Crystal Heart Necklace. Precision facets and brilliantly flashing purple, amber, copper and pink sparkles create stunning elegance that is truly unforgettable.. The picture truly does not do it justice :)

- ALL Sterling Silver (1.4mm Double Rope Chain, lobster claw clasp and fancy jump-ring bail) 

- Brilliant, Faceted Swarovski Heart in Brandy Purple (RARE!), 18x17.5mm. The crystals change colors at each angle -- from brilliant amber browns & fiery oranges to alluring rose pinks & eggplant purples. A special coating is applied over half the bead which creates a metallic play of color on the outside, and amazing depth and flash inside the crystal. When looking down into the stone, you will see a kaleidoscope effect. It makes these crystals so unusual and multi-dimensional. Because of its unique features, this crystal is impossible to capture in a photograph. It can only truly be appreciated in person."

Pink Heart Drop Earrings with Swarovski Pink Crystal & Sterling Silver for Valentines Day:

"So Feminine and Elegant!

- ALL Sterling Silver including gorgeous detailed roses and fleur de lis lever back ear-wires

- Faceted Swarovski Wild Hearts in Indian Pink, 12mm. These brilliant crystals features an elongated shape and asymmetric faceting for an innovative interpretation of the classic heart.

- The earrings are approx. 1 1/2" (40mm) long"

Ruby Red Heart Pendant Necklace of Sterling Silver and Swarovski Garnet Crystal:

"Make an entrance with this amazing and dynamic Swarovski Crystal Necklace. Precision facets create stunning elegance that is truly unforgettable. The picture truly does not do it justice :)

- ALL Sterling Silver (diamond cut double-sided heart, elegant 1.6mm Ripple Shape Chain, ring bail, wire and lobster claw clasp)

- Faceted Crystal Passions, Swarovski Crystal in Deep Ruby/Siam Red Aurora Borealis, 18mm

- Czech Crystals in Antique Clear/Red, 3mm

- The necklace is approx. 17" PLUS 1" extension"

I could post Dorota's beautiful crystal jewelry all night here, but she has over 400 items listed at her shop.  Hurry over there and find YOUR favorites!