This little pendant has a story to tell
If you've been following Pintody for a while, you've probably seen the Custom Brand Pendant pop up. There's a reason it keeps coming back — it's one of those pieces people order once and then come back for three more.
Here's the idea: you send me your cattle brand, your initials, or really any design that means something to you, and I stamp or engrave it onto a hand-cut pendant.
You pick the metal — silver on copper (my personal favorite, that warm mixed-metal look), copper on silver, or all silver. Add a turquoise stone if you want that little pop of color. Choose your chain length and you're set.
A couple of my favorite customer moments with this piece:
*"Turned out amazing. Would definitely recommend and purchase from again."* — Michelle
*"I love my new custom pendant! It looks exactly how I hoped it would! Great quality too!"* — Kari
What I love about this pendant is that every single one tells a story. Ranch brands that have been in families for generations. Initials of kids or grandkids. Even inside jokes between best friends.
Starting at $89, it's also one of the most giftable pieces I make. Mother's Day just passed, but Father's Day is coming up fast — and yes, a lot of the guys in our world wear a brand pendant with pride. 🤠
If you want to take a look → Custom Brand Pendant
No pressure, just wanted to share something I'm really proud of.
— Lynda
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Why your silver turns dark (and what to do about it)
Hey friend,
Last week we talked about copper patina — how it's normal, natural, and actually a sign your piece is alive and breathing.
Today I want to tackle the other question I get on repeat:
Why does my sterling silver turn dark? And what do I do about it?
Deep breath. Tarnish is not damage.
Here's what's actually happening:
🔬 Sterling silver is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals (usually copper). That small percentage is what causes tarnish — it reacts with sulfur in the air, your skin's natural chemistry, certain lotions, perfumes, even humidity.
🖤 That dark color is called silver sulfide — a thin layer on the surface of the metal. It's completely normal and doesn't hurt the silver at all.
💨 Air is the biggest culprit. Leaving silver out on a dresser speeds things up significantly. A simple zip-lock bag, squeeze the air out, and the tarnish slows way down. (Yes, a regular zip-lock. It really works.)
🧴 Lotion, perfume, and hairspray are not your jewelry's friends. Get dressed first, jewelry last. That simple habit makes a bigger difference than anything else.
And when it does tarnish — here's how I clean it:
My go-to is a soft cloth and a tiny bit of plain toothpaste (non-gel). Rub gently, rinse with warm water, pat dry. Your piece will look brand new.
For heavier tarnish, a jewelry polishing cloth works beautifully and won't scratch.
One thing to avoid: ultrasonic cleaners on pieces with stones. The vibration can loosen settings over time. Just stick to the cloth.
Your Pintody pieces are made to last a lifetime with a little love. I hope this helps. ✨
Stay Wild Lynda
P.S. Any care questions at all — just reply. I love talking about this stuff more than is probably normal for a person.
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What's been on my bench this week 🔨
Hey friend,
Happy Saturday!
It's been a full week over here — and I mean that in the best way.
This time of year something just shifts. Custom orders flying in, the bench staying busy, and honestly? A little something extra I've been working on quietly that I'll tell you about in a second.
First — a peek at what kept me busy this week:
🔨 A Personalized Copper Cuff — the customer sent me her family's ranch brand, the same one her grandfather has used for decades. She wanted it stamped on a cuff to wear to his 80th birthday party. I may or may not have teared up a little while I was working on it.
💠 A Turquoise Brand Ring — this one took a while because the stone had the most beautiful spiderweb matrix running through it and I wanted the setting to really show it off. One of those pieces where I genuinely didn't want to let it go.
✨ A Custom Name Necklace — simple and elegant, but the customer had a very specific feel she was going for. We went back and forth a couple of times and landed on something really beautiful.
And then there's the thing I've been keeping to myself for a little while now…
🔥 New bracelet designs.
I've been working on some new bracelet ideas that are really coming together. Still very Pintody — turquoise, copper, sterling silver, that handmade Western feel you know me for — but with some fresh directions I've been wanting to explore for a while.
Before I do anything official with them, I want you to know first.
If you'd want early access to a small pre-order window — before these go anywhere else — just reply to this email with "BRACELETS."
No links, no forms, no commitment. Just hit reply. I'm keeping the first look for the people who ask for it. 🤠
Have a beautiful weekend, friend. — Lynda 🌸
P.S. If you have a bracelet style you've always wanted me to make — a cuff, a chain, a stacker, anything — tell me that too when you reply. I genuinely want to know.
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Stacker or statement? 💍
Hey friend,
Quick question for you today — and yes, I am going to read every single reply:
Are you a One Ring Girl or a Stacker?
You know the types…
💍 The One Ring Girl Picks her piece and never takes it off. It's the ring. Everything else is just noise. She probably has a turquoise brand ring or a simple band that tells her whole story in one stone or one stamp.
💍💍💍 The Stacker Can't commit to just one (same, honestly). Mixes metals, mixes stones, mixes textures. Three rings minimum. Six if it's a good day. The more, the better.
I've been noticing more and more Pintody customers going full stacker lately — mixing a Skinny Brand Ring with a turquoise stone ring and a simple hammered band. And honestly? It looks incredible every time.
If you're curious about building your own stack, I have a whole Stacking Rings collection that was basically made for this. Different widths, different stones, different finishes — they're designed to layer together.
But first — just reply with ONE RING or STACKER and tell me your story. Do you have a ring you never take off? I genuinely want to hear about it. 🤠
Talk tomorrow, Lynda ✨
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🎂 Birthday Sale Starts in 10 Minutes! 🎂
This is your official warning… the candles are lit, the cake is ready, and I’m about to celebrate turning 56 with a BIG 50% OFF sale 🥳
⏰ Starts in 10 minutes
⏰ Runs for ONLY 56 minutes
Why so short?
Because I’d like to celebrate my birthday without accidentally creating 3 months worth of jewelry orders 😂
Seriously though — keeping it short helps me keep turnaround times reasonable while still giving you a HUGE discount.
So grab your cart, stalk your favorites, and get those fingers ready 🤠✨
Once the 56 minutes are up… the sale rides off into the sunset. 🌵💨
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Happy Birthday Sale
🎂 It’s my Birthday today! 🎂
And what better way to celebrate turning 56 than with a little chaos and a BIG sale? 🥳
✨ 50% OFF STOREWIDE ✨
⏰ Starts at 5PM ET
⏰ Lasts just 56 minutes
Why only 56 minutes?
Because while I may be turning 56… I still only have two hands 😂
We’ve been incredibly busy (thank you!!), and I never want orders piling up so high that you’re waiting forever for your jewelry. Keeping this sale short helps me keep turnaround times reasonable and makes sure I can still handcraft your pieces with care instead of surviving on coffee and birthday cake alone. 🎂☕
Thank you so much for supporting my little business, cheering me on, and shopping handmade. It truly means the world to me, and I wanted to celebrate with you. 💛
So set those alarms, grab your favorites fast, and let’s make this birthday one to remember! 🤠✨
P.S. I'll send a reminder at 4:50
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For the Mama Who Does It All ❤️
There’s something special about a mama…
She’s the early mornings, the late nights,
the one who holds everything together (even when no one sees it).
Around here, I know a lot of you are that kind of mama —
strong, loving, a little wild at heart… and always giving.
So this one’s for you 🤍
✨ Mother’s Day Sale — 25% OFF Everything
Now through Saturday at midnight
💎 Featured Piece: The Mama Necklace
Simple. Meaningful. Made to wear every single day.
• Sterling silver
• “Mama” design
• Two turquoise stones — because love multiplies
• Made by hand, just for you (or her)
👉 Shop it here:
If you’ve been thinking about getting something meaningful…
this is your moment.
Because the best gifts aren’t just pretty —
they say something.
And this one says it all.
💙 Don’t wait too long — everything is made to order,
and getting your order in early means it arrives with time to spare.
Stay wild,
Lynda
P.S. Whether you’re shopping for your mama, your wife, your daughter…
or yourself (because you deserve it too 😉)…
this is the time to grab something special at 25% off.
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Last Chance for the Copper Bows 🎀
I didn’t want you to miss these…
Those copper bow earrings with turquoise I dropped?
Yeah… they’re almost gone already.
And I’ll be honest with you—
I didn’t make many to begin with.
Once this batch sells out, I’m not sure when (or if) I’ll bring them back.
They’ve been getting so much love because they’re that perfect mix of
✨ simple
✨ western
✨ and just a little bit sweet
The kind you’ll reach for again and again.
Just a quick reminder:
👉 $36
👉 Free shipping
👉 Handmade by me
And now… only a few pairs left
If you were even thinking about them earlier, this is your sign.
💙 Grab one of the last pairs here:
Shop Copper bow earrings
I’d hate for you to come back later and see they’re gone.
Stay wild,
Lynda 🤍
P.S. You know how this goes… the ones you almost buy are always the ones you think about later 😉
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Last Chance for the Copper Bows 🎀
I didn’t want you to miss these…
Those copper bow earrings with turquoise I dropped?
Yeah… they’re almost gone already.
And I’ll be honest with you—
I didn’t make many to begin with.
Once this batch sells out, I’m not sure when (or if) I’ll bring them back.
They’ve been getting so much love because they’re that perfect mix of
✨ simple
✨ western
✨ and just a little bit sweet
The kind you’ll reach for again and again.
Just a quick reminder:
👉 $36
👉 Free shipping
👉 Handmade by me
And now… only a few pairs left
If you were even thinking about them earlier, this is your sign.
💙 Grab one of the last pairs here:
Shop Copper bow earrings
I’d hate for you to come back later and see they’re gone.
Stay wild,
Lynda 🤍
P.S. You know how this goes… the ones you almost buy are always the ones you think about later 😉
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