Abalone Paua
Abalone Paua
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PAUA ABALONE DOLPHIN SILVER CHARM BRACELET B 267 |  |
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US $2.99 | 20d 10h 20m |
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Abalone Coral or Mother Of Pearl 925 Sterling Silver HEART European Charm Bead | |
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US $9.99 | 3d 1h 57m |
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Paua Abalone or Mother of Pearl 925 Sterling Silver Penguin European Charms Bead | |
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US $10.39 | 23d 20h 46m |
Creative, Trendy Wedding Favors Get Personal For 2006
We all know that today's brides feel free to mix it up. You'll see electronic RSVPs in place of card stock, and you might find a handful of tiered key lime pies instead of the traditional French confection on the cake table. Favors are another spot where wedding couples put their personal spin on the proceedings.
The last few years have seen an explosion of favors to match the explosion in theme weddings -- and to suit all those weddings that simply don't fit any rubber stamp.
Even so, brides hit the online boards and forums bemoaning that they haven't found the right favors. When you read between the lines, you realize that what many brides want is:
- A favor so unique (or so uniquely presented) that it could practically only show up at their wedding.
- A favor so perfect for their wedding that none other would do.
In other words, brides want to find the one favor that's just about as perfect a match as the man they've opted to marry.
** Do You, Jill, Take This Favor ... ?
It wasn't long ago that the ability to order scented pear soaps or silver-plated salt and pepper shakers came as a huge relief to brides and guests alike -- what a refreshing change from five Jordan almonds wrapped up in tulle! But these days, a multitude of choices just isn't enough. Brides are looking for uniqueness with a capital U, and they're choosing:
* Favors that are Anything but One-Size-Fits-All.
Instead of two truffles in ballotin box, brides are choosing "fair trade" truffles with a dusting of chipotle pepper. Instead a pair of enamelled chopsticks, brides are going for miniature bonsai or tiny Zen garden kits. Fortune cookies in a takeout box are sleek, but brides really want their cookies to come in custom flavors and colors (blueberry, anyone?) with a fortune they've penned themselves. You get the picture -- brides want favors that looks like they came out of a little shop of elves assembled just for their wedding.
* Favors the Locals Love.
Brides are stealing items from the out-of-town baskets and retooling them as favors. Miniature gifts with major mouth appeal include jars of wild blueberry jam for a Maine wedding, leaf-shaped maple syrup jars for Vermont, cranberry "Bog Frogs" for Cape Cod, or individual salmon spice rub tins for Seattle (the "Rub with Love" tins by Tom Douglas are adorable).
* Hi Ho, Silver.
This theme's as old as time, but silver's showing up everywhere in weddings, from sparkly sandals to silvery satin-lined favor boxes. It's not hard to go over the top with gold, but silver's innate restraint makes it a perfect choice for weddings ranging from ultra-traditional to celestial. Sleek placecard frames and silver key chains are both au courant and elegant.
* Wild at Heart.
Brides are opting for favors that reflect the current lust for the outdoors -- and all the weddings taking place on golf greens, beaches and vineyard hideaways. Favors that offer tactile reminders of the natural world are hot: engraved sand dollars, for example, or votives or glass bottles graced with embedded sand and shells. Favors that reflect popular niches within the beach theme are strong, too: consider starfish soaps and coasters that support the increasingly popular starfish theme, and abalone or paua shell jewelry that's making a big splash at Pacific Rim weddings and bridal showers.
Of course, it's not just the favors where brides want something different -- they're putting their individual spin on presentation too, tucking those unique little favors into unexpected packages, such as the new pyramid or triangular-shaped truffle boxes (which double as placecards), small apothecary jars, or lidded boxes in strong, unexpected colors like celadon and chocolate, red and black or hot pink and brown.
So as you can see, it's not that hard to find the one perfect favor for your wedding. Think local or outdoorsy, think presentation, or simply ponder your theme until you find the edges that lead to a fresh and exciting idea. Simply think for yourself and your favors will show it -- just as if you really did have your own platoon of elves in the backyard, ready to turn your dreams into reality.
About the Author
Blake Kritzberg is editor of
wedding favors
by FavorIdeas. Stop by for a gorgeous selection of wedding and
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925 Silver Abalone Paua Slipper Pendant Hawaiian Jewelry Sale Price: $32.99  |
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Abalone shell sole encased in silver. A single Plumeriawith a CZ in the center and rope detail make up the strap. Please note each abalone shell piece is unique and may differ from the picture.Please note the picture shown is not a true depiction of how large/small the items is... |
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925 Silver Abalone Paua Cross Pendant Hawaiian Jewelry Sale Price: $29.99 |
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A simple but elegant abalone cross pendant adorned with a single cubic zirconia in the center. Please note that each abalone shell is unique and may differ from the picture.Please note the picture shown is not a true depiction of how large/small the items is... |
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925 Silver Abalone Paua Slipper Dangle Earrings Hawaiian Jewelry Sale Price: $34.99 |
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A beautiful pair of slipper Earrings with abalone shell sole. French wire style. Please note each abalone shell is unique and may differ from the picture. Please note the picture shown is not a true depiction of how large/small the items is... |
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925 Silver Abalone Paua Plumeria Earrings Hawaiian Jewelry Sale Price: $34.99 |
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Colorful abalone shell Plumeria Earrings each adorned with a single cubic zirconia. Post backing.Please note the picture shown is not a true depiction of how large/small the items is. Please look at the measurements for accurate size... |
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Beautiful Natural Abalone Paua Shell Butterfly Earrings In Gift Box - A Sale Price: $9.99 |
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Each butterfly measures approx. 1.5cm long and made of a silver colour metal and abalone shell. Comes in a gift box. |
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925 Silver Abalone Paua Shell Monstera Dangle Earrings Hawaiian Jewelry Sale Price: $39.99 |
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Abalone paua shell inlaid into a high polished monstera leaf shaped pendant. Please note that abalone shell is unique and the color will differ from the picture shown.Please note the picture shown is not a true depiction of how large/small the items is... |
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925 Silver Abalone Paua Hibiscus 19mm Pendant Hawaiian Jewelry Sale Price: $39.99 |
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An elegant hibiscus pendant with 5 pieces of abalone/paua shell petals. Bail is hidden for an unobstructed design and may be suitable for an omega chain. Please note that each abalone shell is unique and may differ from the picture... |
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925 Silver Abalone Paua Butterfly Earrings Hawaiian Jewelry Sale Price: $32.99 |
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Abalone shell inlay butterfly Earrings with post backing. Please note each abalone shell is unique and may differ from the picture. Please note the picture shown is not a true depiction of how large/small the items is... |
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925 Silver Abalone Paua Turtle Pendant Hawaiian Jewelry Sale Price: $49.99 |
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Colorful turtle pendant with 7 inlay pieces of abalone shell. Bail is hidden in back of arm for an unobstructed design. Please note that each abalone shell is unique and will differ from the picture. Sorry, chain is not included... |
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925 Silver 21mm Abalone Paua Plumeria Pendant Hawaiian Jewelry Sale Price: $34.99 |
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Colorful 21mm abalone shell Plumeria Pendant adorned with a single 2.5mm cubic zirconia. Please note the picture shown is not a true depiction of how large/small the items is. Please look at the measurements for accurate size... |
What to do in Coromandel in NZ? Where to gather Abalone?
Hi all
I'm planning a trip to Coromandel in NZ, and wondering if there's any interesting attractions I should visit?
Also We're think to bring a BBQ machine so that we can cook the shellfish such as Abalone (Paua) there and have a picnic. but where can we collect these?
Any help is appreciated! Thanks
May be this helps:
http://www.thecoromandel.com/
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Charming Life Sterling Silver Paua Shell Heart Earrings $18.49 Simple paua heart earrings adds a splash of sparkle and color to any outfitHandmade earrings feature heart-shaped paua shell beads with petite Swarovski crystal accentsJewelry is crafted of fine sterling silver |
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Charming Life Silvertone Crystal and Paua Shell 30-inch Necklace $28.99 This beautiful necklace features a paua shell abalone pendant accented with a silver Swarovski crystal pearl and a green Swarovski crystal. This fine jewelry is crafted of silvertone base metal in an antiqued finish. |
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Bach Paua Abalone Trumpet Finger Buttons 3-Pack $74.99 Bach Paua Abalone Trumpet Finger Buttons 3-Pack |
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Bach Paua Abalone Trumpet Finger Buttons 3-Pack Gold $74.99 Natural semiprecious gemstone inserts are top quality, highly polished materials. These exotic materials are a product of mother nature and vary widely in color and design.The plating options have a baked-on coating for lasting durability. Stradivarius Gemstone Finger Buttons are packaged and priced in sets of 3.Paua Abalone Paua abalone is a shell that comes from the shallow coastal waters surrounding New Zealand. It is simply the most colorful nacreous shell in the world. Typically incorporating blues and deep greens, even the pink material in the shell turns bluish when viewed from varying angles. Scientifically referred to as haliotis iris, Paua abalone reigns supreme for its colorful beauty. |
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Bach Paua Abalone Trumpet Finger Buttons 3-Pack Silver $64.99 Natural semiprecious gemstone inserts are top quality, highly polished materials. These exotic materials are a product of mother nature and vary widely in color and design.The plating options have a baked-on coating for lasting durability. Stradivarius Gemstone Finger Buttons are packaged and priced in sets of 3.Paua Abalone Paua abalone is a shell that comes from the shallow coastal waters surrounding New Zealand. It is simply the most colorful nacreous shell in the world. Typically incorporating blues and deep greens, even the pink material in the shell turns bluish when viewed from varying angles. Scientifically referred to as haliotis iris, Paua abalone reigns supreme for its colorful beauty. |
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Charming Life Handmade Silver Paua Shell Necklace $44.49 Large paua shell pendant hangs from a strand of linked crystals and pearls in soft grey, green, and blue tonesJewelry is handcrafted of fine sterling silverLuminous necklace is a sparkling accessory for a special occasionPaua pendant is coated with a protective epoxy resin to ensure strength and durabilityCultured freshwater pearls, Swarovski crystals, and faceted aqua quartz stones are linked together to make a stunning strand of jewelsNecklace is finished with a lightly antiqued textured sterling silver oval link chainChain secures with a lobster claw claspLustrous freshwater pearls are in shades of grey, green, and bluePaua shell are coated with a protective epoxy resin to ensure strength and durabilityPaua shells are regarded as a good luck symbol by the Maori people of New Zealand Paua is also known as abalonePaua shell measures 18.5 mm wide x 25.3 mm longCultured freshwater pearls measure 4-8.5 mm and are grade AAqua quartz measure 6 mmSwarovski crystals measure 6 mm Necklace measures 18 inches long and is adjustable to almost any smaller lengthJewelry is expertly handmade in the USAAll carat weights and measurements are approximate and may vary slightly from the listed dimensions. Treatment code C (paua shell), CR (crystal), D (pearl), and E (quartz). See Gemstone Treatments for further information.Click here to view matching paua shell braceletClick here to view coordinating paua shell and fringe earrings |
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Charming Life Rainbow Paua Shell Earrings $23.49 This luscious Paua shell has a blue-green iridescenceExpertly hand-wrapped onto a sterling silver leverback ear wireJewelry topped with petite Swarovski crystalsThis unique earring evokes memories of the perfect day at the beachPaua shell is also regarded as a good luck symbol by the Maori people of New Zealand Coated with a protective epoxy resinPaua is also known as abalone1.75 inches in length, 13 mm widthAll carat weights and measurements are approximate and may vary slightly from the listed dimensions. Treatment code CR. See Gemstone Treatments for further information. Overstock Exclusive Product |
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PAUA ABALONE DOLPHIN SILVER CHARM BRACELET B 267 | |
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US $2.99 | 20d 10h 20m |
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Abalone Coral or Mother Of Pearl 925 Sterling Silver HEART European Charm Bead | |
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US $9.99 | 3d 1h 57m |
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Paua Abalone or Mother of Pearl 925 Sterling Silver Penguin European Charms Bead | |
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US $10.39 | 23d 20h 46m |
Filed under Charm Bracelets by on Jul 18th, 2009. 
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