Cherry Blossom Earrings

A note from Liz: New in the shop, A Tea Leaf Jewelry makes me happy. From Alisa's nature-inspired designs to the vintage Pyrex-inspired pieces, they hold stories and are simply fun to wear.

These lightweight earrings feature brass Cherry Blossom flowers designed and handmade by the artist. Cherry Blossoms, known for their delicate pink petals and fleeting beauty, symbolize renewal and the ephemeral nature of life. These enchanting earrings capture the essence of Cherry Blossoms, making them a perfect gift for someone special who appreciates the tender beauty of nature. Belonging to the genus Prunus, which also includes plums and cherries, they are celebrated worldwide, especially during spring festivals. About 1 1/2 x 2 inches, ear wires are gold-plated.

More about the artist, Alissa Thiele, in her words: Ever since I was little, I've loved to make things with my hands. This started out as drawings and paintings, and then lead to majoring in Graphic Design in college. After a few years in the real world, my husband and I (and our cat, Yoshimi) packed up and moved to Portland to be surrounded by music, nature, and amazingly creative people.

The Pacific Northwest immediately began to inspire my artwork. I started creating collage work with found papers & botanical drawings under the name A Tea Leaf. I also got interested in the idea of making my art/designs wearable and began learning about jewelry making. I found that jewelry allowed me to explore art from a whole new perspective. I was addicted! Today, A Tea Leaf jewelry is still inspired by nature and exploring the Pacific Northwest as well as vintage touches.