My Custom Julia Kay Key

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Just about 6 weeks ago I asked Julia to design a key for me using my first initial (M) and my husband''s first initial (P). Julia had some ideas and drew out 4 different designs for me. I choose number 4.

Julia said that was her first shot at drawing something up. She was a great joy to work with and did a fabulous job. I have to say I was shocked at the size and weight of the key. I turned out better than expected.

Here are the first sketches.

 

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Her final sketch:

 

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First picture of the rough key:

 

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Julia asked if I wanted engraving to define the letters more, here is a side by side comparison of without and with. I went with the engraving.

 

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The key after an acid bath:

 

[D&T]

it looks fantastic! Cant wait for your neck shots of it

 

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Final results:

 

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Some neckshots at the different stages (22, 20, 18, 16) of the necklace:

 

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Thank you D &T. I love it and plan on wearing it alot during the winter since it will look great with sweaters.

 

[akmiss]

It is gorgeous! I really want one now
I think you and AJ have started something

 

[LtlFirecracker]

Very pretty, I see a trend starting too

 

[chiquitapet]

WOW! What a great idea!! Your key looks beautiful!! (I want one now too....)

 

[jmtomaui]

EMPT, this is beautiful! I love the many looks and options Julia gives you with the multiple length chain. Julia does such beautiful work!

I cannot wait for mine to be done!

 

[Nomsdeplume]

That looks great on you!

 

[EMPTorres]

Thank you everyone for the kind comments.

I wore it today for the first time and I love it. The weight is nice along with the bulkiness of it. It really stands out and doesn''t get lost.


I recommend anyone considering getting one, make the jump and do it. LOL

 

[glitterata]

Great key! Looks wonderful on your neck!

 

[monarch64]

Gorgeous key, I love the interlocking initials. Wear it in good health!

 

[tigian]

Love it! I want one now and totally see a trend that is starting.

 

[arjunajane]

I love it EMP -
I really like the 3-D nature of the initials.

I''m getting heaps of wear out of mine, I''m glad you''re finding the same.

 

[loriken214]

I just love your key pendant....what a special heirloom piece!!!

Lori

 

[Diamond*Dana]

Very pretty, and it looks great on you!

 

[EMPTorres]

Thank you everyone.. Your words are very kind.

I love wearing it.

 

[packrat]

What a great design! I don''t know how I missed this, but it looks fabulous on you!