Hollywood Costume Exhibit at the Academy

Jan 31

Designing Jewelry for the The Collection of Motion Picture Costume Design at the Academy

Larry McQueen, the owner of The Collection of Motion Picture Costume Design commissioned our studio to recreate jewelry for his costume collection - three long lost gems from classic Hollywood films for the Hollywood Costume Exhibit.

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These jewelry pieces and their historic costumes were on exhibit at the Academy Museum of Motion Picture Arts in Los Angeles and our jewelry became part of that historic exhibit.

Hayward's Brooch

Susan Hayward's Diamond & Emerald Star Brooch from "Valley of the Dolls"

Garbo's Pendant

Lombard's Brooch

Carole Lombard's Star Sapphire Brooch worn in "My Man Godfrey"

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Triple Pearl Strand Silver Necklace

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The Birka Ring

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Ingrid Bergman's Pendant

“Gaslight” Victorian Pendant

Larry McQueen’s Notes: Carole Lombard's Gown

All about the Costume

Jewelry for Costume

Did Ms. Lombard buy this brooch or was it a gift?

The Story Starts Here

Recreating Jewelry for a Costume Collector

Recreating the Star Sapphire Brooch

How to Make a Brooch

How It’s Made

Kathleen Mitchell, a Glass Artist

Glass Artist

A True Hollywood Gem

Star Sapphire Brooch

Who was the Maker?

A recent discovery…

Carole Lombard

Carole Lombard’s Star Sapphire brooch

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Susan Hayward and the Valley of the Dolls

A Star brooch for a Star

Replica Jewelry for a Queen

Garbo’s Pendant

Miracle Workers - Jewelry Replica

Replica brooch

Hollywood Costume Exhibit at the Academy

Our Jewelry on Exhibit

Costumes on Exhibit At the Academy

The critically acclaimed exhibition Hollywood Costume

The Young Victoria's Scepter

Repairing the Victoria’s scepter

The Young Victoria’s Crown

Repairing Victoria’s crown

Larry McQueen and The Collection of Motion Picture Costume Design

Working with a collector

How to Make a Victorian Pendant

Making the Pendant

The Storyteller's Ring: Custom Wedding Ring Design

Costume on Exhibit at Disney

On Exhibit - Walt Disney Resort

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Kathleen

Kathleen Lynagh is a designer and author with a passion for creating unique, custom made jewelry that reflect elegance and individuality.
Drawing inspiration from art and nature, her designs blend timeless aesthetics with modern sensibilities. In addition to her work as a designer, Kathleen shares her insights and experiences through writing, offering a deeper look into the artistry and craftsmanship behind her creations. She strives to create jewelry that not only enhances personal style but also tells a meaningful story.

https://Kathleenlynagh.com