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{ namesake – make it personal } November 1, 2009

These pieces are what have been keeping me busy (and excited!) these few months. Trying to perfect my skill and make pieces that I would wear myself, I’m happy to introduce them now, giving all you lovelies the opportunity to get them customize as well.

Hand-stamped on round discs, flower-shaped plates or star brass plates, you can now customize and make it personal with your own name, a friend’s name, a lover’s initials or your favorite word for FREE! The number of characters allowed on each design is dependent on the plate’s surface area, so please do click on the piece that interests you to find out more. Only letters and numbers are available for now. More designs would be out next year!

As these pieces are lovingly handmade and hand-stamped, please allow an additional 2 working days for creation, order processing and shipping.

{ Shop early for Christmas! }

Think this is a good gift idea for Christmas? Get them customized now! I would appreciate an early order so that I could spend sufficient time on each piece. Thank you!

{ pling’s 2nd anniversary promotion }

You heard it here 1st! pling is coming to 2 years old this December. Thank you all friends and lovelies for your support so far! In appreciation, all pling pieces on this website will be going at 10% discount from published price! And…you get FREE normal shipping in Singapore!

Get your favorite pling pieces now. Promotion and last orders for Christmas will end on 21 December 2009, 2pm.


NA0230 - 'You're an angel!' necklaceNA0246 - sakura dream necklace

NA0247 - initial star necklaceNA0249 - circle of life necklace

NA0250 - hope & love necklaceDA0002 - dreamer loves raindrops bracelet

NA0245 - star dreamer necklaceNA0242 - thinker necklace

NA0248 - 2-letter flower & leaf necklace

 

{ lovely as a tree } October 22, 2009

First of all, apologies for this late upload and for ‘disappearing’ for a while. Been back since last week, a little jet-lagged and my mum has taken ill. But she’s alright now (Praise to the Lord! And thanks for all your prayers! I feel very blessed.), feisty as ever. I’m finding some time amidst shuttling between home and hospital to get pling ready. I’m excited about my new pieces, especially after my trip and the tons of inspiration I got from it.

First up, trees. I continued to be inspired by them. Gardens as well. I’ve seen the most beautiful garden in my life. I think our summery island has none to compare. But still, we have plenty of trees. Sharing 2 of my pictures with you (I had a real hard time picking them out of my thousands of pictures)…

neverending boulevard of trees at the Versailles gardenTrees of all shades at Jardin du Luxembourg

I can’t agree with Wilson Flagg more when he said that all that is cheerful and delightful in our memories will always be associated with trees or against the background of trees. Sharing another quotation that I like. I hope you will find the quote and these pieces as delightful as I did creating them.

The trees are God’s great alphabet:
With them He writes in shining green
Across the world His thoughts serene.
~ Leonora Speyer

NA0231 - blossoming gold tree necklaceNA0232 - blossoming silver tree necklace

NA0243 - leaf from a cherry blossom tree necklaceNA0240 - newton's tree necklace

NA0237 - 'the rose in my heart' locket necklace

 

pling is now retailing at Cactus Farm! October 1, 2009

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Bringing pling’s 3rd foray into the retail scene…a whimsical, dreamlike space in Cactus Farm, Marina Square Level 2. Come check out our pieces! We are located near the long mirror. You’ll be sure to spot us! :)

pling-at-cactus-farm

Marina Square
6 Raffles Boulevard
#03-367 (right opposite Starbucks on the 2nd level)
Singapore 039594
Operating Hours: 12noon to 9pm everyday

 

{ clouds and tooth } September 16, 2009

I remember when I first lost my first tooth that it was a cloudy day. I was standing by the gate, and staring at the sky with a string from my mouth. Being too afraid to visit the dentist, my traditional parents did the traditional thing of tying my very shaky tooth to a string. The other end was tied to the grilles of the gate and with one fast motion, my Daddy pulled open the gate and I remembered wailing like a little baby. Luckily, my Daddy was there to comfort me and gave me a cotton wool to bite on.

The evening then saw showers and a nice balmy night for sleeping (without a threatening tooth). Now, I still look at the clouds and think of that day (aka my 1st experience of extracting a tooth).

I wish it will rain soon…

If you like these, you might like this other collection in black & white.

SHN010 - monochrome cloud and raindrops necklaceSHE009 - my precious tooth studs

SHE010 - 'Look at the clouds!' studsSHM001 - 'all stressed out...' mobile strap

 

pling is now retailing at TotallyHotStuff September 11, 2009

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Exciting news! (^_^)P

pling is now retailing at TotallyHotStuff, The Cathay Level 2. If you are heading to the movies, or enjoying a cuppa with friends, or even jitterbugging with newfound friends, check us out! You’ll love the retail experience at TotallyHotStuff, clean, spacious, stylish and easy to navigate. The uber stylish and amiable Luke and Ismail will be there to assist you (if you need).

TotallyHotStuff
The Cathay Level 2
2 Handy Road
#02-13 (besides Ben and Jerry’s)
Singapore 229233
Operating hours: 12pm to 11pm daily

pling at totallyhotstuff

Check out our other humble space at Concept Story@Haji Lane too!

 

{ take a bow… make a statement } September 9, 2009

No eyes will be able to avert their attention from these eye-catching necklaces that make a statement. Some combine the delicateness of a ribbon with funky chic, while another uses the appeal of vintage gold. The limited edition piece, featuring a mammoth ornate crystal glass, Swarovski pearls and star-studded clasp, is sure to excite ‘oohhs’ and ‘ahhs’.

My pieces are also getting bigger, as the season goes into Fall. With the exception of the 1st vintage piece, the rest are bigger. For my lovelies out there, who prefer something funky to go with their long T ensemble. :) After speaking to many of you, I’ll start on bracelets soon. Look out for them~!

As I continue my obsession with bows (other obsessions include doves, trees, ancient keys and words plates etc.), I discover that ribbons or bows can take many faces, give different feel and suit varied personalities. A little bit of this or a little bit of that would change the look and feel of a piece. Ribbon-themed shoe clips (or brooch) can be found here.

NA0235 - vintage rosy ribbon necklaceNA0221 - noir nora necklace

NA0236 - shining star necklaceNA0233 - punk chic ribbon necklace

 

{ let’s ear it for… } September 2, 2009

Earrings…if I ever stepped out without them, I feel bare or semi-dressed. Not that they have to be dressy all the time, I sometimes wear studs too if I’m wearing a statement necklace, or if there are too much details on my top.

Somehow, earrings seem to complete a look. For me, I fiddle with them when I’m reading, thinking, or simply staring into space, day-dreaming. Guess they help me think. Guess they have a texture that I can feel easily (without looking like I’m fondling something). Guess when they swing near my face, I feel a tad more vibrant. It’s amazing how much a simple piece of accessory, a pair of earrings, can do. And seriously, I don’t even think about it unless I didn’t wear them. So, let’s hear (ear) it for…

EA0109 - a little twinkle mini chandelier earringsEA0100 - amber chandelier earrings

EA0095 - semblance of a tree chandelier earringsEA0102 - 'quietly, sparkles' earrings

*SOLD*

EA0099 - plum drops earringsEA0103 - turquoisine oval hoopsEA0145 - cerise quartz filigree earringsEA0094 - royal blue & citrine orange hoops earrings

 

{ in actual words ~ part II } August 27, 2009

The 2nd part of the series on words on brass pendants. Coming soon~! Hand-stamped, customizable word pendants! Look out for that. Now, more about this series.

So many things are said…so many people don’t mean what they say or are afraid to say what they mean or feel or think. Some say rubbish or tell lies. It’s a pity!

Actions speak louder than words. That’s true. Pictures speak a thousand words. True enough. But words still matter. They give meaning and make understanding easier. When some feelings or thoughts are uncommunicated or repressed, we feel worse about ourselves or live with some regrets that the other party didn’t get the message, or understand our real feelings. It’s never easy to speak…but at least, it’s an avenue or a medium bestowed upon us by powers above, a gift that we shouldn’t abuse, neglect or take for granted. Say it with care. Say it with love.

If you like this series, check these out.

NA0215 - 'Inspired? Whip out the camera.' necklace

*SOLD*

NA0229 - breathe...and listen to the hummingbird necklaceNA0216 - hoping for a journey on my vespa necklace