Desert Storyteller

The Desert Storyteller earrings are where texture, color, and movement come together to tell a tale only the desert could inspire. At the base, genuine leather is embossed and finished with a hand-applied patina that lets turquoise paint settle into every groove, giving it a time-worn, earthy glow. Layered over top, a lightweight metal piece—also embossed, painted, and sealed—adds a flash of shine and dimension.

From there, the story continues in beadwork: three eye-pin dangles strung with 100 tiny seed beads in shades of turquoise, red, yellow, and white, each strand catching light and dancing with your every step. A delicate handmade mini dangle hangs from the center wire, finishing the earrings with a playful touch of movement.

These earrings were made for the woman who loves pieces that feel like they carry history—art you can wear on a coffee date, at a summer market, or while wandering a new city. They pair effortlessly with denim, linen, or your favorite boho layers, always adding a hint of desert storytelling to your outfit. No two pairs are alike, making them as individual as the paths you walk.

How to Love Your Jewelry (So It Loves You Back)

Our pieces are handmade with heart — and a little extra care goes a long way. With the right TLC, your Prickly Pairs will keep turning heads and sparking compliments for years to come.

Keep ‘Em Away from Chemicals

• Perfume, hairspray, lotion, makeup — all the usual suspects can mess with your jewelry's mojo. Best to put your peices on after your glow-up routine.

No Pools, No Showers, No Splashes

• We know they’re pretty enough to wear 24/7, but water isn’t their friend. Remove before swimming, showering, or dancing in the rain (cute, but not great for tin or leather).

Clean ‘Em Gently

• Just a soft, damp cloth will do the trick to wipe off dust and daily adventures. No harsh scrubbing or chemical cleaners needed — less is more!

Handle With Kindness

• Tossing them into the bottom of your bag? Please nooo! These babes are handmade — treat them like tiny treasures.

Keep Out of Direct Sunlight

• Too much sun can fade colors over time. Store your pieces somewhere cool and shady when they’re not out having fun with you.

Give Metal a Little Polish

• If your jewelry has metal parts, a quick buff with a soft cloth will bring the shine right back. Instant glow-up.

Not totally feeling the love? No worries — you’ve got 14 days to send your unworn item back for a refund. Just email us at hello@pricklypairs.com for a return authorization and let us know what didn’t vibe (we’re nosy like that 😄).

Return shipping is the customers responsibility, and we recommend using something trackable like USPS, FedEx, or UPS.

Items must be in like-new condition with all tags and packaging intact. Sale and final sale items can’t be returned unless they arrive damaged — in that case, we’ve got your back.

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