Hello!
Thank you for your interest in Havana’s Heyday. To tell you a bit about myself: I am a wife, mother (two humans and three dogs) and colon cancer survivor. I love to help women enhance their personal style through jewelry, and I also believe strongly in giving back. I’m proud to say that Havana’s Heyday donates 5% of each sale to the Colorectal Cancer Alliance, the nation’s leading nonprofit dedicated to colorectal cancer.
Ginger
Founder & CEO
Havana’s Heyday
Classic Style Reinvented
How did Havana’s Heyday begin?
For over 30 years I have loved fashion, especially jewelry. I remember perusing antique shops with my mom as a kid and I always asked for jewelry for my birthday. Over the years, I continued to collect antique and vintage jewelry because of its unique appearance and higher quality standards (much better than today’s mass manufactured costume jewelry). It also adds that “wow factor” to your look! As my collection grew, I started to create my own designs from vintage finds and repurposed elements. I decided to share my passion by opening an online boutique and Havana’s Heyday was born. As my interest for designing and creating jewelry grew, I expanded into metalsmithing and now offer even more handmade and custom pieces.
What’s with the name?
The amazing city of Havana, Cuba holds a special place in my heart. My husband and I met in Havana and we named our daughter after the city. In its heyday of the 1940s and 1950s, Havana was considered the quintessential portrait of style as it served as a tropical playground for celebrities and socialites that radiated glamour. I want to help you inject a little of “Havana’s Heyday” into your own personal style – whatever that may be!
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It took me awhile to make this flower ring but it turned out to be one of my favorite pieces since I started my metalsmithing journey.
I decided to put the ring in the tumbler to get a nice polish but it’ll look so pretty as the copper starts to patina. Swipe to see some behind-the-scenes soldering.
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It took me awhile to make this flower ring but it turned out to be one of my favorite pieces since I started my metalsmithing journey.
I decided to put the ring in the tumbler to get a nice polish but it’ll look so pretty as the copper starts to patina. Swipe to see some behind-the-scenes soldering.
#handmadejewelry #handmade #handmadewithlove #jewelrydesigner #smallbusiness #fashion #accessories #jewelrydesign #jewelryaddict #bracelet #silver #shopsmall #handmaderings #instajewelry #handcrafted #supportsmallbusiness #gold #metalsmithing #handmadejewellery #silverrings💍
I’m a big fan of the tumbler! You toss the pieces into the barrel and it uses stainless steel shot and a little burnishing compound to polish them. It’s especially helpful for hammered or more intricate pieces; it creates a nice shine without the elbow grease!
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I’m a big fan of the tumbler! You toss the pieces into the barrel and it uses stainless steel shot and a little burnishing compound to polish them. It’s especially helpful for hammered or more intricate pieces; it creates a nice shine without the elbow grease!
#handmadejewelry #handmade #handmadewithlove #jewelrydesigner #smallbusiness #fashion #accessories #jewelrydesign #jewelryaddict #bracelet #silver #shopsmall #bracelets #instajewelry #handcrafted #supportsmallbusiness #metalsmithing #handmadejewellery #silverrings
This hammered brass cuff took me awhile to finish because I discovered my soldering torch wasn’t nearly hot enough to complete the job. Once I got back into the studio at @sweetwaterartcenter this week and used the acetylene torch there I got it done.
If you’re not familiar with soldering metal, you have to get both metals you’re soldering to the same temp at the same time. Brass heats at a much higher temp than sterling silver so my little torch at home just didn’t cut it! I’m not adventurous enough to try the bigger torch at home…yet. 😆 🔥
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This hammered brass cuff took me awhile to finish because I discovered my soldering torch wasn’t nearly hot enough to complete the job. Once I got back into the studio at @sweetwaterartcenter this week and used the acetylene torch there I got it done.
If you’re not familiar with soldering metal, you have to get both metals you’re soldering to the same temp at the same time. Brass heats at a much higher temp than sterling silver so my little torch at home just didn’t cut it! I’m not adventurous enough to try the bigger torch at home…yet. 😆 🔥
#handmadejewelry #handmade #jewelry #handmadewithlove #jewelrydesigner #smallbusiness #fashion #accessories #jewelrydesign #jewelryaddict #bracelet #silver #shopsmall #bracelets #love #instajewelry #metaljewelry #handcrafted #supportsmallbusiness #cuffbracelet
Mix your metals for a festive holiday look!
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Mix your metals for a festive holiday look!
#metaljewelry #handmadejewelry #handmadesilverjewelry #hammeredjewelry #pghsmallbusiness
I’m so excited that the ladies at @roxannes_refillery gave me the opportunity to display my jewelry there. Please stop by this awesome shop filled with eco-friendly gifts!
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I’m so excited that the ladies at @roxannes_refillery gave me the opportunity to display my jewelry there. Please stop by this awesome shop filled with eco-friendly gifts!
#shoplocal #shopsmall #smallbusiness #supportsmallbusiness #supportlocal #handmade #fashion #shopsmallbusiness #localbusiness #shopping #homedecor #shop #boutique #ootd #love #giftideas #onlineshopping #buylocal #style #smallbusinessowner #supportlocalbusiness #christmas #local #vintage #boutiqueshopping #gifts #art #sale #jewelry
If you’re local and still have holiday shopping to do, stop by @roxannes_refillery.
It’s stocked with all kinds of unique gifts - including Havana’s Heyday jewelry. So tackle your list while supporting local businesses!
The store will be open tomorrow from 10am - 3pm and again from 5pm - 9pm for Light Up Bellevue! 🌲
#shopsmallbusinesses #pittsburghsmallbusiness #pghsmallbusiness #bellevuepa
If you’re local and still have holiday shopping to do, stop by @roxannes_refillery.
It’s stocked with all kinds of unique gifts - including Havana’s Heyday jewelry. So tackle your list while supporting local businesses!
The store will be open tomorrow from 10am - 3pm and again from 5pm - 9pm for Light Up Bellevue! 🌲
#shopsmallbusinesses #pittsburghsmallbusiness #pghsmallbusiness #bellevuepa
Thank you to everyone who stopped by @roxannes_refillery yesterday. We small business owners really appreciate your support. It was such a fun day!
#smallbizsaturday #womenownedsmallbusiness #shoplocally #pghsmallbusiness
Thank you to everyone who stopped by @roxannes_refillery yesterday. We small business owners really appreciate your support. It was such a fun day!
#smallbizsaturday #womenownedsmallbusiness #shoplocally #pghsmallbusiness
It’s hard to believe that small biz Saturday is already this week!
Please join me and Amy, the owner of Roxanne’s Refillery, for a Sip & Shop this Saturday.
It’s a great opportunity to do some holiday shopping while supporting small, women-owned businesses.
Amy’s amazing store promotes sustainability and it’s full of household and personal care items created from natural ingredients. All of my handmade jewelry will be 25% off and include complimentary gift wrapping.
Here are the deets:
What: Holiday Sip & Shop
Where: Roxanne’s Refillery
(516 California Ave Pgh, 15202)
When: Saturday, November 30th from 10am - 3pm
Why: Enjoy free wine and cookies while shopping local businesses!
Have a wonderful week with family and friends. I hope to see you Saturday! 😊
#shoplocally #shopsmallsaturday #smallbizsaturday #pghsmallbusiness #womenownedsmallbusiness #holidaygiftideas #holidayjewelry #pghlocal
It’s hard to believe that small biz Saturday is already this week!
Please join me and Amy, the owner of Roxanne’s Refillery, for a Sip & Shop this Saturday.
It’s a great opportunity to do some holiday shopping while supporting small, women-owned businesses.
Amy’s amazing store promotes sustainability and it’s full of household and personal care items created from natural ingredients. All of my handmade jewelry will be 25% off and include complimentary gift wrapping.
Here are the deets:
What: Holiday Sip & Shop
Where: Roxanne’s Refillery
(516 California Ave Pgh, 15202)
When: Saturday, November 30th from 10am - 3pm
Why: Enjoy free wine and cookies while shopping local businesses!
Have a wonderful week with family and friends. I hope to see you Saturday! 😊
#shoplocally #shopsmallsaturday #smallbizsaturday #pghsmallbusiness #womenownedsmallbusiness #holidaygiftideas #holidayjewelry #pghlocal
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