Vintage Jewelry
Based in Galveston, Texas
Based in Galveston, Texas
"Ledbelly" is a unique spelling of the nickname given to the famous folk and blues singer, Huddie "Lead Belly" Ledbetter. The surname is a common thread of Huddie and owner, Melinda Ledbetter.
Lead Belly was a musician in the early 1940's. Some of his most notable songs include "Goodnight Irene" and "Midnight Special". He is also well known for covering, "The House of the Rising Sun" a traditional song telling a person's life gone wrong in the city of New Orleans. While the most successful commercial version of this song was recorded in 1964 by British rock band (The Animals), Lead Belly recorded two versions of the song in February 1944 and in October 1948 called "In New Orleans" and respectively, "The House of the Rising Sun".
The soul and vibe of the Lead Belly blues and the good ol’ forties are alive and well in our shop. You might even see Lead Belly music quotes from time to time...
Ledbelly Vintage, originally located in Austin is now based in Galveston, Texas by appointment and online only at Etsy. We offer vintage jewelry and accessories for any occasion and specialize in uniquely designed jewelry with a modern vintage vibe. Each one of our pieces is hand-picked or handcrafted by Melinda Ledbetter. We take great pleasure in what we do and while we are based in Texas, we ship worldwide.
Lead Belly was a musician in the early 1940's. Some of his most notable songs include "Goodnight Irene" and "Midnight Special". He is also well known for covering, "The House of the Rising Sun" a traditional song telling a person's life gone wrong in the city of New Orleans. While the most successful commercial version of this song was recorded in 1964 by British rock band (The Animals), Lead Belly recorded two versions of the song in February 1944 and in October 1948 called "In New Orleans" and respectively, "The House of the Rising Sun".
The soul and vibe of the Lead Belly blues and the good ol’ forties are alive and well in our shop. You might even see Lead Belly music quotes from time to time...
Ledbelly Vintage, originally located in Austin is now based in Galveston, Texas by appointment and online only at Etsy. We offer vintage jewelry and accessories for any occasion and specialize in uniquely designed jewelry with a modern vintage vibe. Each one of our pieces is hand-picked or handcrafted by Melinda Ledbetter. We take great pleasure in what we do and while we are based in Texas, we ship worldwide.
From the owner:
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Greetings! I am Melinda Ledbetter, the proud proprietor of Ledbelly Vintage. For me, vintage fashion and design have always exuded an air of sophistication. My journey into the world of vintage began as I coordinated weddings in Austin, Texas. It was a joy to see brides embrace the elegance of vintage decor, borrowing items like cake stands, which ultimately inspired the birth of Ledbelly. |