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Layered Dark Brass and Gemstone Necklace

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 17:06:35 -0500

$55.00
Three layers of rich brown, solid brass chain with contrasting textures and weights, accented by faceted, hand-wrapped, natural purple and yellow ametrine, amethyst, and green garnet gemstone beads and drops. A cloisonne enamel flower adds a touch of brightness.

Total length of the shortest (top) strand is just over 16 inches. For a shorter version, please make a note in your order, or send me a convo.

Arrives in a gift box with ribbon.

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About Vintaj Natural Brass

The solid brass chains and components in this design achieve their rich, antiqued patina through a multi-step darkening process painstakingly applied by the Vintaj company. I mix them with colorful, contrasty, and textural beads and stations to create an alternatively elegant, layered look with a just a hint of edginess.

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About the Designer

I've been designing and making wire, metal, and bead jewelry for over eight years with a focus on quality, personality, and value. I'm also the author of the bestseller Teach Yourself Visually Jewelry Making & Beading, along with four other craft books. Convo me anytime, or reach me through my site www.beadjewelry.net.

Layered Dark Brass and Red Garnet Necklace

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 16:36:36 -0500

$37.00
Three layers of rich brown, solid brass chain with contrasting textures and weights, subtly accented by faceted, hand-wrapped maroon-red garnet gemstone beads. A matching cloisonne enamel flower adds a touch of brightness.

Total length of the shortest (top) strand is 16 inches. For a shorter version, please make a note in your order, or send me a convo.

Arrives in a gift box with ribbon.

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About Vintaj Natural Brass

The solid brass chains and components in this design achieve their rich, antiqued patina through a multi-step darkening process painstakingly applied by the Vintaj company. I mix them with colorful, contrasty, and textural beads and stations to create an alternatively elegant, layered look with a just a hint of edginess.

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About the Designer

I've been designing and making wire, metal, and bead jewelry for over eight years with a focus on quality, personality, and value. I'm also the author of the bestseller Teach Yourself Visually Jewelry Making & Beading, along with four other craft books. Convo me anytime, or reach me through my site www.beadjewelry.net.

Dark Copper Plated Steel Vintage Chain and Trade Bead Bracelet Set

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 16:46:32 -0500

$27.00
From my Traded Treasures collection, this set of two double-strand bracelets features darkened, vintage copper plated steel chain and sets of colorful African glass trade beads.

The multi-color beads, known as Christmas beads, vary in size and shape, and the white-striped blue beads are especially rare, older beads.

Matching cloisonne enamel flower beads accent each piece.

Total length of the multi-color bracelet is 7 1/2 inches, and the blue bracelet is slightly shorter, at about 7 1/4 inches.

These arrive in a gift box with ribbon and care instructions.

Dark Copper Plate Steel Vintage Chain and Pink Bead Choker

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 16:34:01 -0500

$15.00
I love the contrast of the rich brown patina of this vintage copper plated steel chain with the soft, opaque pink of the vintage Czech pressed glass beads. The choker's clasp is one of my hand-wrapped wire fold-over hooks.

Total length is 14 3/4 inches (a true choker).

Arrives with a gift box and ribbon.

Dark Copper Double Strand Chain and Link Bracelet - Traded Treasures

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 16:24:47 -0500

$19.00
Part of my Traded Treasures collection, this one-of-a-kind bracelet features oxidized, solid copper chain with hammered links and wrapped stations of antique African glass trade beads with bright blue stripes. The yellow rounds are reflective A-grade fiber optic glass, and the accent flower is enamel cloisonne.

Designed for a smaller wrist, the bracelet's total length is 7 1/4 inches.

Arrives in a gift box with ribbon.

Note: The blue and white striped trade beads in this design are genuine antiques, and if you look closely, they have a few pits and dings from age.

Dark Brass Chain Necklace with Zircon Glass Teardrop Pendant

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:56:16 -0500

$37.00
Thick, rich brown solid brass chain holds a hand-faceted blue-zircon glass teardrop with a hand-woven, glass bead stitched collar. Along one side of the chain, a sparkly, genuine rock crystal rondelle adds a touch of magic.

Your choice of chain length between 15 and 20 inches. Please message or convo me with your selection.

Length of pendant from top of collar to bottom of drop is about 7/8 inch.

Arrives in a gift box with ribbon.

Darkened Copper Chains and Briolette Necklace

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:43:02 -0500

$28.00
Deep brown, oxidized solid copper chains and wraps embrace a dyed hot pink candy jade rondelle and a minty hand-faceted glass briolette pendant.

Necklace length is just a touch over 16 inches. Pendant length, from the top of the large ring to the bottom, is just over 1 inch.

Arrives in a gift box with ribbon.

Mellow Links Necklace

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:13:38 -0500

$23.00
Smooth, pale mint wound-glass beads with an unusual matte finish really pop in this antiqued-brass finish necklace. The other hand-wrapped links embrace topaz Czech Art Deco cathedral glass beads with gold detailing, big faceted fiber optic glass beads in mustard yellow, and Czech pressed glass rondelles in neutral creams. The necklace closes with a sturdy antiqued-brass finish lobster clasp.

Total necklace length is about 19 inches.

Arrives in a gift box with ribbon.

Glittery Pale Blue Leaf Bookmark

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:12:32 -0500

$5.00
This solid brass bookmark will keep your place and make you smile. It features a solid brass cube bead, a reflective red-orange fiber optic glass bead, and a lampworked silver-foil leaf in a gentle shade of pale blue, all linked together with wraps of natural brass wire.

Length from top of hook to bottom is 4 ¾ inches.

Glittery Pink Leaf Drop Bookmark

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:10:58 -0500

$6.00
This solid brass bookmark will keep your place and make you smile. It features a vintage brass filigree bead, a frosted glowy-green melon India bead, and a lampworked silver-foil glass leaf in a soft shade of pink, all linked together with coiled wraps of natural brass wire.

Length from top of hook to bottom is 4 ¾ inches.

Glittery Yellow Leaf Bookmark

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:08:57 -0500

$6.00
This solid brass bookmark will keep your place and make you smile. It features a vintage brass cube bead, a reflective pink fiber-optic “catseye” bead, and a lampworked silver-foil leaf in a soft shade of yellow, all linked together with wraps of natural brass wire.

Length from top of hook to bottom is 4 ¾ inches.

Glittery Chartreuse Leaf Bookmark

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:08:57 -0500

$6.00
This solid brass bookmark will keep your place and make you smile. It features a vintage brass filigree bead, a frosted blue melon India bead, and a lampworked silver-foil leaf in a popping shade of chartreuse, all linked together with wraps of natural brass wire.

Length from top of hook to bottom is 4 ¾ inches.

Brassy Citrus Fiber Optic Bookmark Trio

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:08:57 -0500

$12.00
This set of three brass bookmarks will keep your place (in no fewer than three books) and make you smile. Each features a vintage, solid brass chain rescued from old jewelry and genuine fiber-optic glass beads in bright citrus colors.

Length from top of hook to bottom is 4 ¾ inches each.

Brushed Copper Lotus Stamped Disc Necklace

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:07:34 -0500

$22.00
Part of my Discs collection, this basic necklace is 100% solid copper with a hand-stamped tiny dome pendant and slinky ball chain. The hand-applied finish is carefully oxidized, brushed, and polished. The last ball of the chain slides in and out of the end piece for clasping and unclasping.

The little pendant is about 12mm diameter. Lengths between 15 and 22 inches are available; please note your preferred

Arrives in a gift box with ribbon.

Filigree Star and Drops Natural Brass Bangle Set

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:02:51 -0500

$25.00
A set of three dangley natural-brass bangles adorned with elegant chain connectors and contrasty drops: a filigree brass star, a tiny faceted coffee-hued fiber optic glass round, a shimmery guava fiber optic glass briolette, and a milky-mint faceted glass briolette.

You can wear these alone for a simple look or together for complete style. Each bangle hoop has an inside diameter that is just over 2 1/2 inches. (These need to slip over your hand, so please convo me if you'd like a larger size for no extra charge.)

Arrives in a gift box with ribbon.

Seahorse and Drops Natural Brass Bangle Set

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:02:51 -0500

$25.00
A set of three dangley natural-brass bangles adorned with elegant chain connectors and contrasty drops: a double-sided brass seahorse charm, a tiny faceted coffee-hued fiber optic glass round, a shimmery ocean-blue fiber optic glass briolette, and a milky-mint faceted glass briolette.

You can wear these alone for a simple look or together for complete style. Each bangle hoop has an inside diameter that is just over 2 1/2 inches. (These need to slip over your hand, so please convo me if you'd like a larger size for no extra charge.)

Arrives in a gift box with ribbon.

Long Brass Drop Earrings - Stars and Mango

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:01:45 -0500

$15.00
Bright mango hued briolettes of shimmery fiber optic glass really pop against the rich gingerbread patina of natural brass filigree stars. The drops hang from extra-long kidney wires for added movement and style.

Total length from the very tops of the ear wires to the bottoms of the stars is about 2 3/4 inches.

Arrives in a gift box with ribbon.

Lampwork Glass Bead and Brass Tassel Necklace

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:00:19 -0500

$29.00
Swirls of sparkling sea-blue and internal sprinkles of copper foil give the lampwork glass focal bead in this piece the serenity of low waves washing against the shore. Its blue and white tones pop against a background of solid natural brass chain links with a rich gingerbread patina. A solid brass lobster clasp keeps it secure.

The focal bead is about 11mm (7/16-inch) long. This necklace is available in 15, 16, and 17-inch lengths. Please leave a note during checkout with your preferred length.

Arrives in a gift box with ribbon.

Dangle and Drop Necklace with Darkened Brass Chain

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 15:59:02 -0500

$35.00
Glimmery East Indian inspired colors in Grade-A fiber optic glass steal the show in this drapey necklace with olive green, mango yellow, and soft coffee brown. Pairs of bright fuchsia candy jade rondelles complete the palette. Each bead is hand-linked onto slinky strands of solid natural brass chain with a rich, gingerbread patina. The sturdy lobster clasp is also solid brass.

The length of this necklace as shown is about 16 3/4 inches; it's also available in 17 3/4 inches and 18 3/4 inches. Please note in your order, or convo me, which length you'd prefer.

Arrives in a gift box with ribbon.