Okay, having never done anything like this before, I instead emailed
snowcoma with pictures of pieces I'd like to put up for auction. Then, after foisting the munchkin off on my unsuspecting husband, I parked myself at the computer to try to get a handle on how this all works. I'll leave her to add whatever she'd like to add to the anticipated category-posts of her own, but I was thinking a custom piece might be a good idea as well.
So! To get a feel for what I make, please visit my etsy shop:
http://www.etsy.com/shop/Ayalanya - everything I make is completely unique, but I can mimic previous works, and of course, if it's still available at the shop when bidding ends, the winner can pick a piece from the actual shop instead. One caveat: I haven't discussed this auction with Emblems, so the collaborations (anything with glass bead centerpieces, basically) are an exception to the donations. Everything else is available.
I mainly work in sterling silver, but I also have copper and gold-filled wire, and a small amount of titanium. I also have a somewhat extensive collection of BPAL scents, including rare scents such as Spanked, Storyville and original Snake Charmer, and would love to try my hand at scented jewelry (with a piece of cloth dipped in whatever oil is requested, if I have it). Adventure! :)
The winner will get an in-depth consultation about what ingredients they want, along with sketches as time permits. Because I have a fairly high-maintenance baby who eats my brain, this could take up to a week to complete (possibly two if I need to purchase components online), but when I finish, shipping will be free for you and as quick as I can manage.
Bidding starts at $20, and will end at 1pm EST on Wednesday, 11/3. Happy bidding!