Are you a WARRIOR?

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Back" A beautifully carved shield as a reminder of your strength. Stamped on the back: "WARRIOR ~ I am Strong". Pewter dipped in silver on a leather cord or beautiful antiqued chain. A little more than 1" diameter. www.TobyandMax.com

Angel Pendant "Watch Over Me"

Beautifully carved Angel almost 2" long, on 24" antiqued chain or leather cord. I have put the heartfelt words on the back, "Watch Over Me" as a sacred request for safety and hope. See more info here.

St. Francis, protector of animals...

I love my new pendant showing love and care for our dogs! This is my version of a vintage classic. St. Francis petting a dog, and I added a thick wax seal look made of metal around the edges. On the back is bold writing, well you can see the back above. This is a beautiful pendant, with a rich, vintage flavor of faith and love. And we do love our dogs don't we!!! More here

Simple and classy, these "unbroken circles" get just a bit of bling with a beautifully hand-wrapped amethyst crystal bead. Always sterling earwires for safe wearability. Made in the USA. Only $24.00!! Here for more info or to purchase for yourself or giftwrapped (free) for a lucky friend!!

I am just crazy about these new earrings. They look so wonderful on, and they hang beautifully around your face. They are very comfortable and have some serious sizzle!! Give yourself a treat, or let us gift wrap for a friend. Only $36.00 and made in USA. More on these beauties here.

Here is Willie Garson from Sex and the City. Everyone just LOVES him!! What a character, I am so glad we were able to actually meet him.

I remember Tippi Hedren from the Alfred Hitchcock classic, "The Birds". I was at a young age where it really stayed with me. Tippi is known now for helping animals and has a wonderful Wild Animal Preserve called "Shambala", in southern California. Here she is wearing my brand new Angel pendant that says "Watch Over Me". It really is beautiful and Tippi wants to carry our jewelry in her Shambala shop!!

Getting ready!...

In LA, preparing for days of Emmy fun are my team. Aren't they terrific! Cindy, my creative director, her daughter Tori, and best friend Di Lacey. Of course a night at a Martini Bar was in order.

We're going to the EMMY's!!!

Toby and Max has been invited to the Emmys!!! We are invited to partake in the celebrities #1 "Secret Room"! My team are in LA right now setting up and preparing. We have made special large banners (1 is pictured below) and have made 10 very special gift boxes for the cream de la cream of the function. More to come soon!!

Double Sweet!!!

No explanation needed.

I just made this cute little 'button' for our dogs & cats

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What is this??

I discovered these interesting looking insect eggs on my large plant on my patio. I don't know what will come out, do you? I imagine some kind of butterfly or maybe a moth.

They are on the underside of the leaf. I discovered 3 of these "sets" on different leaves. I put one in a jar so I can see what hatches. My own little "science experiment"!

Have you ever seen anything like this before?

My Dog is my...

Is your Pet "Rescued & Loved"??

Brand new, made of pewter and comes on either an adjustable black leather cord for you, or on a split ring for your pets collar!! I am sure this will be a new favorite!
Did you know that both Toby and Max were rescues?? This piece is dear to my heart. xo, Sandy

Always a favorite for Graduates

Stunning bracelet in solid sterling with words to live by.
"Believe in Yourself~Be Brave~Be Kind~Be Well~Be Happy."
A gift that will be cherished for a lifetime. Here to see more.

Perfect for Graduation!

"I WILL TRAVEL DOWN THE PATH OF MY DREAMS", a perfect gift for the graduate! One of our most popular phrases in sterling, I have now made it in my new recycled pewter collection, with a special finish and oxidation to show off the PEBBLE PATHWAY on top!!
Only $37.00 with a lobster clasp and adjustable fit up to 7 3/4". A beautiful Moss Agate also adorns the bracelet.
Made in the USA. Go Here for more info.

"Be Happy"~That's what it's all about!

"Be Happy" pewter and silver bracelet only $37.00!
With detailed flowers on a 7 3/4" adjustable chain with colorful faceted bead.
View here.
"This is my favorite saying!!" xoSandy

Quickie Update

I will have my new dog designs here to show you in just a few days, so check back, cause they are sooo cute! And also new pewter bracelets and necks! Wowwee!

Sacred Hope

My first design in my new Sacred Hope Collection. An absolutely beautiful solid bronze cross with petite fleur de lis' on each end. On the back is stamped "Believe". Cross is just over 1" tall and comes on an 18" gold plated chain. Gift boxed of course.
Here for more info.

Affordable Alternative to Sterling Silver

"I Love you to the Moon & Back", beautiful pewter bracelet.

I am very excited to show you my new Earth Elements Collection. Both elegant and affordable, my new designs are beautifully cast in repurposed pewter and hand-burnished to an antiqued silver patina, offering the look and feel of my sterling designs but at a "giftable" price. Check my website often in the coming weeks as I have many exciting new designs coming -- bracelets, pendants, earrings, and wearable art for your pet and you! Please visit them at www.TobyandMax.com
xo, Sandy

Special bracelet for Mother's Day!!

"I Love you, Mom!"
Absolutely beautiful newly designed bracelet just in time for Mom's Day! Specially enhanced pewter that is oxidized to show off the words and the designs of a 3-d heart and flower. This bracelet is something your mom will adore forever. Chain has easy lobster clasp that is adjustable. Beautiful finish silver chain with a hanging 'Toby and Max' charm at lobster clasp. This beautiful bracelet is only $37.00!! AND made in America! Can't beat that!!

Right now it is available at my FaceBook Shop (you don't have to be a member of FaceBook to use), just click here: on this direct link http://www.facebook.com/TobyandMaxJewelry?sk=app_135607783795

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If you order from FaceBook, you will get FREE SHIPPING!

Remember these words..

My absolute newest, in Solid BRONZE and beautiful. "Mini" pendant on brass chain. This one is going in the collection around my neck! Absolutely stunning and only $24.50!

Sneak Peek!

I just couldn't wait to put on the bracelet chain to show this to you! This is a Pewter bracelet in my new Earth Elements Collection. I am so excited about how beautiful they all look. On the inside of this is stamped "Make the Best Friends". A favorite saying from my sterling cuff bracelets so I decided to make it also in pewter in this new style. It will be beautiful with a silver chain and lobster clasp (easy to hook and adjustable!) and also a flower name tag charm. Sneak peeks are fun aren't they! xo, Sandy
And.... also coming soon as a pendant!!

A new and exciting Path....For both of us..

I think we all need to try a new path every now and again. And mine is starting now. I am designing a large complete collection of new jewelry in PEWTER that is both Elegant and Affordable!! Sterling Silver is so wonderful, and close to my heart, but it is quite an investment now (literally). My new Earth Elements collection will make my words and designs available at prices where you can share the special Toby and Max "Words of Wisdom" with your friends, and also adorn yourself without having to go to the bank!!!

And they are BEAUTIFUL! I am using a special process to make my pewter look very much like my oxidized sterling! Wait till you see it. I will have new bracelets, pendants, pet tags, (for you and your pet) and some special pieces to keep with you always as keychains. I have been working diligently on this for a few months now, and I have some very amazing designs coming.

The first batch of new design pieces should be ready in 2 weeks, maybe sooner!! And a special piece for Mom on her day! But for right now I have several of my very first pewter pieces I just put on my website www.TobyandMaxJewelry.com They are some favorites I had in sterling and decided to do them in pewter so more people could enjoy. I would love some feedback. xo

I will let you know as soon as I have pictures of the new ones! xoxo, Sandy

New Years Eve grocery in Panama

I spent Christmas and New Years in a small mountain town in Panama. I shopped a couple days early for a small get-together of friends but then realized I had forgotten something. So while waiting in line for about 30 minutes!! I decided to take a picture. There were more people in the store than I had ever seen before, the aisles were all crowded, but peoples spirits were good. Panamanians really enjoy the holidays, and they put on a fireworks show to be envied, which amazes me considering there isn't alot of money here. I think they must get their fireworks cheaper somehow!

Merry Christmas to Everyone!!

Give me a big Christmas Smoochie!!

a new painting...

I like this portion of the painting better than the whole piece so far. I still need to go in and touch up and lighten and darken, but I am fairly happy with it so far. I got a video tutorial and followed it and did this much in 1 hour, so that part made me happy! This canvas is 16" square.

It's all a learning process and I need to spend more time painting and practicing techniques and just playing around. When it is finished, I will put a clear glossy over it so it will shine! It is much more colorful than it shows. I took this pic at night with just the kitchen light on so it's kind of blah.

finished at last!

I think it got a little busy, but it has alot to look at!! I put little messages here and there. I now have my kitchen table back I am very happy to say!

Now I am going to start on a new acrylic painting. Can't wait, it will be a vase of flowers, mostly purples and violets with red and light green accents!! I can see it in my minds eye. I plan on it being FABULOUS! Hows that for working on my confidence!!

PayPal Special Discount!

Lets celebrate having PayPal available now by your taking 25% off everything you order when you enter the coupon code " PP ". You can pay with PayPal or with your credit card, it doesn't matter, I am just so happy to offer the option to you!

All presents are beautifully wrapped in really cute gift boxes with matching tissue and a personal note from the artist, (that's me of course)!

PayPal or credit card?

Which do you prefer to use when shopping online? Your credit card, or your PayPal account? I would really like to hear from you on how you feel about it.
(I have added PayPal to my website so you now have the choice!!)