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Silver Labbies earrings with sterling silver, Russian amazonite and Swarovski crystal

Sun, 27 Dec 2009 18:33:32 -0500

$30.00

These playful earrings feature sterling silver Labrador retriever charms dangling beneath 6 mm beads of rich teal Russian amazonite. The amazonite is further accented with sterling silver daisy spacers and sparkly Swarovski crystals in perfectly matching "Erinite". The handcrafted sterling silver earwires are each trimmed with a 4 mm bead of Russian amazonite. The sterling Labrador charms are beautifully detailed in the front. The backs are shown in one photo (with the dime beside it on "tails").

This would be a great gift for a dog lover! They're whimsical, but also well-crafted and elegant enough to wear just about anyplace.

If you're interested in a different color scheme, convo me to discuss other gemstone combinations.

Like all my jewelry, these earrings will be shipped in a lovely gift box of textured ivory recycled paper and will include a custom tag describing materials and handcrafted elements.

Oodles of Poodles necklace and earrings set with handmade polymer clay poodle beads

Sun, 27 Dec 2009 18:27:46 -0500

$52.00

This whimsical little set features adorable, highly detailed polymer clay poodle beads made by CA artist Janet Pitcher (TwoCan Clay). In the necklace, the poodle focal bead is surrounded by perfectly complementing glass beads in dark gray, salmon and white. The necklace length is about 18 inches, and closes with a sterling silver hook and eye clasp, accented at the closure with Swarovski crystals in gray "Black Diamond" and milky white Czech glass round beads. The earrings have a handcrafted sterling silver swirled accent that matches the swirly "curls" of the poodles. Each is accented with complementary glass beads and a sterling silver Bali daisy spacer. The earrings dangle about 2 inches from handcrafted sterling silver earwires, also featuring a swirled motif. Because this is polymer clay, the set is very lightweight. The detailed poodle beads look the same on both sides. This set has a lot of detail, and quality artisan made components. It would make such a fun and thoughtful gift for a dog lover! The necklace and earrings can be purchased separately, so please contact me if that is of interest to you.

Like all my jewelry, these earrings will arrive in one of my gift boxes of textured ivory recycled paper with a custom tag describing materials and handcrafted elements.

Droopy Dog bracelet and earrings set with handmade polymer clay

Sun, 27 Dec 2009 18:17:57 -0500

$38.00
This cute bracelet features beautifully detailed handmade polymer clay beads by CA artist Janet Pitcher (TwoCan Clay). The focal point is an adorable, droopy-eyed doggy's face, along with matching paw and bone shaped beads. All beads feature the same detailed design on both sides due to the cane technique of polymer clay bead design. These brown, tan and black beads are perfectly complemented with 6 mm round beads of the gemstone tiger iron, along with black glass seed beads. The bracelet is about 7 3/4 inch long, closing with a sterling silver hook and eye clasp. Bracelet length can be adjusted, if needed.

The matching earrings feature the dog paw polymer clay beads, glass and tigeriron, all hand wire-wrapped in sterling silver with sterling silver ear wires.

This very special, elegant set will arrive in a gift box with a tag describing materials and handcrafted elements.

Extra Virgin earrings with Czech glass, copper and unakite

Fri, 25 Dec 2009 10:40:05 -0500

$18.00
Each of these refreshingly simple little earrings features a frosty etched Czech glass baroque shaped bead and a handcrafted copper earwire in a modern shape that dangles naturally from the ear. The rich olive green frosted bead is well complemented by a 4 mm copper and a 6 mm bead of the earthy gemstone unakite, deep green with coppery pink accents. The frosty Czech glass, with its organic shape, is reminiscent of green sea glass. These stylish earrings swing lightly on your earlobes. Other color combinations are available..check elsewhere in the shop or convo me to discuss a custom design! I have blue (see “Deep Blue Sea” earrings), white and brown (see “Root Beer Float” earrings) frosted bead available.

The copper is untreated and will naturally darken to a burnished finish. This will also look great with the design but the gleaming finish can be restored, if desired, by gentle rinsing in diluted white vinegar.

Deep Blue Sea earrings with Czech glass, sterling silver and blue lace agate

Fri, 25 Dec 2009 10:31:27 -0500

$22.00

Each of these refreshingly simple little earrings features a frosty etched Czech glass baroque shaped bead and a handcrafted sterling silver earwire in a modern shape that dangles naturally from the ear. The pretty cobalt blue frosted bead is well complemented by a 4 mm oxidized silver plated rondelle and a frothy blue 6 mm bead of lovely blue lace agate. The frosty Czech glass, with its organic shape, is reminiscent of cobalt blue sea glass. These stylish earrings swing lightly on your earlobes. Other color combinations are available..check elsewhere in the shop or convo me to discuss a custom design! I have green, white and brown (see “Root Beer Float” earrings) frosted bead available.

Root Beer Float earrings with Czech glass, copper and picture jasper

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 20:49:56 -0500

$18.00

Each of these refreshingly simple little earrings features a frosty etched Czech glass baroque shaped bead and a handcrafted copper earwire in a modern shape that dangles naturally from the ear. The pretty brown frosted bead is well complemented by a 4 mm Czech glass rondelle in vivid turquoise and an earthy 6 mm picture jasper bead. The frosty Czech glass, with its organic shape, is reminiscent of sea glass. These stylish earrings swing lightly on your earlobes. Other color combinations are available with copper, brass or sterling silver earwires..check elsewhere in the shop or convo me to discuss a custom design! I have green, white and cobalt blue frosted beads.

This copper is untreated and will naturally darken to a burnished finish that will also look beautiful with this design. However, a bright finish can be restored by gentle rinsing in dilute white vinegar.

Pretty in Peach necklace with Picasso jasper, freshwater pearls, Swarovski crystal and sterling silver

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 21:15:07 -0500

$62.00

This soft, feminine necklace has an earthy touch, thanks to the grey and peach ovals of Picasso jasper. The peach tones in the jasper is well complemented with soft peach freshwater pearls, peach Swarovski crystals, and oxidized sterling silver daisy spacers. This graceful 19 ½ inch necklace closes with a handcrafted sterling silver hook and eye clasp. Dangling at the back is a pretty charm featuring a detailed antiqued brass sand dollar charm by Vintaj.

Champagne necklace and earring set with freshwater baroque pearls, citrine and gold

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 20:11:46 -0500

$95.00
This sumptuous, "special-occasion" set features some absolutely exquisite freshwater baroque pearls, about 10 mm long, with a creamy white iridescent finish shimmering with only a hint of peachy pink. These dainty beauties are perfectly complemented with 4 mm nuggets of citrine and 2 mm 14 kt gold filled round beads. This graceful necklace, about 16 mm long, closes with a handcrafted 14 kt gold-filled hook and eye clasp, with the closure site accented with Swarovski crystals in champagne-colored “Light Colorado Topaz” and round Swarovski pearls matching the baroques.

In the matching earrings, the pearls dangle sweetly from hand-wrapped 14 kt gold-filled wire with a delicate swirl accent. Earwires are also 14 kt gold-filled.

This very special, elegant set will arrive in a gift box with a tag describing materials and handcrafted elements.

Fireworks necklace with fossil coral, silver, freshwater pearls, red aventurine and Czech glass and matching hoop earrings

Sat, 19 Dec 2009 10:32:11 -0500

$185.00
Here's a necklace that celebrates the stone! It features a novel pendant handcrafted of sterling silver and a gorgeous freeform cabachon of fossil coral. The exquisite "starburst" pattern of the fossil coral is extended into the sterling silver asymmetrical pendant through a hand-stamped design. The silver has been oxidized and hand-rubbed to accentuate the stamped design. The sumptuous peach, ivory, and brown tones of this lovely stone are carried into the custom designed beaded strand of the necklace. The pendant, about 2 3/4 inches long, dangles from the beaded strand by a handcrafted oxidized sterling silver ring. The distinctive beaded strand, about 16 inches long, features peachy red aventurine, creamy white freshwater pearls and rondelles of taupe Czech glass and textured, oxidized silverplate. The necklace closes with a graceful handcrafted hook and eye clasp of oxidized sterling silver and red aventurine. The unique styling and warm, gentle colors of this necklace make it truly unforgettable!

One photo shows the Fireworks pendant with a sterling silver chain (not included) for another look at how it can be worn. It would also look great on a neckwire or, with its dark oxidized highlights, on a black cord. The beaded strand looks elegant on its own, especially with these freshwater pearls which are of a very nice quality based on their symmetry and color.

Like all my jewelry, this necklace will arrive in one of my gift boxes of textured ivory recycled paper with a custom tag describing materials and handcrafted elements.

To make this a gift set, I'm including a complementary pair of dainty handformed sterling silver hoop earrings with handcrafted earwires, both oxidized to match the pendant and clasp.

Soft Peach bracelet and earring set with Botswana agate and freshwater pearls

Sat, 19 Dec 2009 10:32:11 -0500

$38.00
This sweet, delicately-hued set features Botswana agate, creamy white with veins of browns, grays and peach. This subtle, elegant stone is perfectly matched with peach freshwater pearls and light topaz Czech glass rondelles. For the bracelet, these lovely beads are strung together along with a handcrafted wire-wrapped 14 kt gold filled hook and eye clasp. The earrings are also handcrafted of 14 kt gold-filled wire in a graceful coiled motif. The bracelet length is approximately 8 inches, including the clasp. The earrings dangle approximately 1 1/4 from 14 kt gold filled French earwires.

As with all my jewelry, I will be happy to adjust the bracelet length, whenever possible, at no charge. This might change the design slightly, but not significantly.

Fertile Forest necklace and earrings set with polymer clay Viva Beads, new jade serpentine, smoky quartz, gold and glass

Sat, 19 Dec 2009 10:32:11 -0500

$65.00
This richly hued necklace features handmade polymer clay beads from the "Winter White" collection of Viva Beads. These pretty beads have detailed floral and lace designs in sage green, winter white, copper, golds and browns, in two different sizes (about 8 and 12 mm). The splendid earthy tones of the Viva Beads are enhanced by pale green "new jade" serpentine, rich clear faceted smoky quartz, and faceted metallic glass beads in a sumptuous chocolate brown. Further accents are provided by 2 mm 14 kt gold filled beads and Swarovski crystals in Light Colorado Topaz. The necklace flows at an elegant length of about 21 inches, closing with an oh so graceful handcrafted 14 kt gold filled beaded hook-and-eye clasp. Adorned with a charm featuring a beautifully detailed brass leaf charm by Vintaj.

Matching earrings also feature "Winter White" Viva Beads and Vintaj antiqued brass leaves and handcrafted 14 kt gold filled earwires.

Teal and Copper Raku Bracelet with handmade Raku beads

Sat, 19 Dec 2009 10:32:10 -0500

$25.00

The Raku ceramic beads in this bracelet glow with a teal and metallic copper sheen. These very special beads were handcrafted with care by Texas artist Ruben Yzaguirre. In this bracelet, they are combined very simply with textured oval beads of copper. The bracelet closes with a handcrafted copper hook and eye clasp, with teal Czech glass cubes and copper crimps detailing at the closure. It's length is approximately 7 3/4 inches, and like all my jewelry it can be resized if needed. This is an exquisite, elegantly casual piece of jewelry that you will treasure!

Like all my jewelry, this bracelet will arrive in one of my gift boxes of textured ivory recycled paper with a custom tag describing materials and handcrafted elements.

The Zebra Wore Red handcrafted earrings of zebra jasper, Czech glass, Swarovski crystal and sterling silver

Sat, 12 Dec 2009 22:14:05 -0500

$22.00
I think that these earrings just rock! The zebra jasper puffed squares (about 14 mm) are especially nice, with a sharp black and white contrast and crisp stripes. They are paired with nice red Czech glass spacers and Swarovski crystals in light siam and jet black. The earrings were handcrafted by me using sterling silver wire (20 gauge). The handmade wire-working includes not only the square-spiral headpin, but also the handcrafted sterling beaded earwires. Earring length, not including earwires, is approximately 1 3/4 inch.
Not advised for dainty earlobes ;-)

Please note that this photo does not show the actual earrings for sale. These have been sold. However, I will make an equivalent pair to order for you!

Russian Amazonite teal and gray necklace and earring set

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 19:29:47 -0500

$75.00
Russian amazonite is a deeper teal than typical amazonite, and is veined in cream and silvery gray. In this necklace, Russian amazonite 6 mm rounds and ovals (about 17 by 12 mm) are matched with Swarovski crystals in gray ("Black Diamond") and teal ("Erinite), and smoky gray fire polished Czech rounds. This dramatic combo of beads is combined into two types of hand-crafted sterling silver wire-wrapped links. The beaded units are joined together with handmade sterling silver (20 Ga) S-links. The necklace has a generous length of about 34 inches, enabling it to be worn as one flowing strand or as a double "choker-like" style. It closes with an oversized, sturdy (18 Ga) handcrafted sterling silver hook and eye clasp adorned with a Russian amazonite oval. A handcrafted charm featuring another oval bead and a sterling silver serpentine motif dangles from the closure. The clasp and charm are pretty enough to be worn in front, yet another styling option for this distinctive piece! The matching earrings feature Russian amazonite ovals trimmed in a sterling silver daisy Bali spacer and Swarovski crystals, all wire-wrapped together with the sterling silver serpentine motif. The earrings dangle about 1 1/2 inches from handcrafted sterling silver earwires trimmed with Swarovski crystals.

This is the perfect gift for anybody who loves teal and silver…it's an amazingly colorful, dramatic set, but somehow is also soft and elegant.

Teal Dainty Ovals earrings

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 19:29:47 -0500

$32.00
These earrings have the same luminous teal beads found in my Three Ring Teal earrings, but with a daintier profile. These striking etched teal lampwork beads were handcrafted by artist Liliana Cirstea Glenn (www.lilianabeads.etsy.com). I was fortunate to be able to visit Liliana's studio recently and purchase them directly from her.

These delicate handformed, hammered sterling silver oval hoops provide a simple stage for Liliana's magnificent beads. The hoops dangle about 1 inch from handcrafted sterling silver earwires, each beaded with a well matched teal Czech glass cube.

These beauties speak for themselves. Distinctive in their simplicity, with a lovely teal hue that is unforgettable.

Peach Melba necklace with carnelian, peach red aventurine, and brass

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 19:29:47 -0500

$45.00

Peach Melba is that luscious dessert with peaches and rich red raspberry sauce! This necklace has just that color palate, featuring some gorgeous faceted carnelian rondelles (8 mm), creamy peach colored aventurine (4 mm), and smooth brass spacer beads. If you wear warm colors, this necklace would be as elegant a complement to your wardrobe as I can imagine! The length is about 19 inches, and it closes with a handcrafted brass and aventurine hook and eye clasp, accented at the closure with 14 kt gold filled crimp beads and peach Swarovski crystal.

If you're interested in combining this pretty necklace with a matching bracelet or earrings, let me know. I have more of these pretty beads.

Like all my jewelry, the Peach Melba necklace will arrive in one of my gift boxes of textured ivory recycled paper with a custom tag describing materials and handcrafted elements.

Black Sands of Punalu necklace with shells, lava, freshwater pearls and sterling silver

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 19:29:47 -0500

$62.00

This dramatic peach and black necklace is named for the black sand beaches of Punalu, Hawaii where the black sand is formed from volcanic lava. This unusual design features natural elements incuding intricate, graceful peach and black shell fragments, peach freshwater pearls, and black tube-shaped beads that are, themselves, actually made from lava. Tiny matte black glass Japanese seed beads and Swarovski crystals in peach and Jet black provide just the right detailed accents. This 19 inch long necklace closes with a handcrafted sterling silver and onyx hook and eye clasp. And, finally, a sweet charm featuring a beautifully detailed brass sand dollar charm by Vintaj, Swarovski crystal, onyx and sterling silver dangles at the closure.

Like all my jewelry, this necklace will arrive in one of my gift boxes of textured ivory recycled paper with a custom tag describing materials and handcrafted elements

Would you like matching earrings or a bracelet? These will be listed soon but convo me if you'd like the whole set at a discount!

Serenity Red Necklace and Earrings set with turquoise, red jasper, Czech glass and brass

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 15:40:02 -0500

$65.00
This beautiful, serene set was inspired by another I recently sold. The necklace has as a focal point a beautifully detailed antiqued brass leaf charm by Vintaj, surrounded by graduated size nuggets of some very special and pretty turquoise, all hand-wrapped together with copper, forming a pendant approximately 2 inches long. The dark reddish brown veins in the turquoise is well complemented by 5 mm cubes of red jasper. Turquoise 4 mm Czech glass cubes give a little extra light to the design. The effect is earthy, organic, and, well….serene. The necklace length is about 18 inches, closing with a handcrafted hook and eye clasp of copper. The copper is untreated, and will naturally age to a burnished finish that will complement the Vintaj brass and earthy stones.

The matching earrings feature smaller Vintaj leaves and the same gemstones and Czech glass, dangling from earwires of niobium in an antiqued brass tone.

This very special, elegant set will arrive in a gift box with a tag describing materials and handcrafted elements.

Copper Teal Whimsy neckwire with copper, lampwork glass and ceramic

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 11:44:25 -0500

$63.00

This bold, fabulous, whimsical neckwire is one of a kind! It features three hand-forged copper swirled charms, one with a hand-stamped “starburst” design, and handcrafted teal and ivory lampwork glass beads by artist Kris Itokazu (creationsbykris.etsy.com). Rounding out the design are 4 chunky ceramic beads in vivid teal and copper patterned oval beads. Everything is arranged on a hand-formed hammered copper neckwire with a strong double-hook closure. This is a heavy neckwire, just over 2 oz, and makes a bold statement!
The neckwire is about 6 ½ inch in diameter and the longest center copper charm is about 2 inches long. The copper is untreated, so will oxidize to a natural burnished finish (already apparent in the photo). It can be restored to a gleaming finish, if desired, by rinsing in white vinegar.

Coppery Red pendant with handmade dichroic fused glass and copper

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 11:35:35 -0500

$32.00
This simple pendant features an artist-crafted fused dichroic glass pendant bead I found in a shop in Savannah. The rich reds, coppery gold, and violet-blue hues are perfectly complemented by a handcrafted copper wire-wrapped swirled pendant-hanger. The pendant is about 1 ½ inch long by ½ inch wide, dangling from a coated black neckwire, about 6 inches in diameter, with magnetic clasp.

The copper is untreated, so will oxidize to a natural burnished finished. It can be restored to a gleaming finish, if desired, by gentle rinsing in dilute white vinegar.

(The lower right corner appears chipped in the photo, but it is not damaged at all. It is a bit of metallic gold in the design.)

Earthy necklace with rainbow jasper, wood and brass

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 11:29:22 -0500

$45.00
“Earthy” was the only name for this gorgeous necklace! It features chunky “pebbles” of pretty rainbow jasper (approximately 20 mm long) with greens, ambers, reds, and a rainbow of other hues and a glossy finish. These alternate with chunky, organic shaped disks of richly veined wood, brass rondelles and 6 mm beads of the same rainbow jasper. About 21 inches in length, this beauty closes with a handcrafted brass and jasper hook and eye clasp. This would be the idea gift for someone who loves nature and earthtones, but also appreciates splashes of natural colors. Natural colored Swarovski crystals and 14 kt gold-filled crimps accent the closures.

White Linen Handcrafted Earrings featuring Botswana agate and sterling silver

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 11:26:08 -0500

$30.00

The beauty of these earrings relies on their softest of tones, with gently-veined, polished Botswana agate beads (flattened rounds) accented by Czech topaz rondelles, Swarovski crystals in soft gray “black diamond” and tiny silver plated spacers. I crafted these earrings, including the handmade beaded earwires, with 20 Ga sterling silver wire. Like others in my Happy Coils series, these earrings are truly one-of-a-kind, carefully designed and crafted, from me to you! Earring dangle length, not including earwire, is approximately 1 1/4 inch.

The White Linen handcrafted necklace, shown in the Necklaces section of my shop, would be beautiful with these earrings. While their stylings are different, both combine Botswana agate with handcrafted silver wire wrapping.

Dawn Clouds necklace and earrings set with Picasso jasper, Czech glass and silver

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 11:26:08 -0500

$55.00

This necklace, about 23 inches in length, features Picasso jasper in cloud soft peach and gray, in rectangles (about 14 by 17 mm) and ovals (about 15 mm long). Soft gray faceted fire polished Czech glass and sterling silver star shaped spacer beads complete the gentle color scheme of this set. The necklace closes with a handcrafted sterling silver and Czech glass hook and eye clasp, and is accented with peach Swarovski crystals at the ends. The matching earrings feature handcrafted sterling silver wire-wrapping and earwires, and dangle about 1 inch from the earwires.

Like all my jewelry, this pretty and soft Dawn Clouds necklace and earrings set will arrive in one of my gift boxes of textured ivory recycled paper with a custom tag describing materials and handcrafted elements.

Three Ring Teal earrings with handmade lampwork glass

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 11:26:07 -0500

$36.00
These earrings feature luminous etched lampwork beads from Natick MA artist Liliana Glenn (Lilianabead.etsy.com). They are combined, very simply, with three sterling silver handcrafted hammered hoops of graduated size. The handcrafted sterling silver earwires are each embellished with a 4 mm teal Czech glass cube. These elegant beauties dangle about 2 inches from the handcrafted earwires. The diameter of the largest hoop is about 20 mm and the lampwork bead is about 12 by 10 mm. These earrings are not very heavy, and they are, I think, splendid in their simplicity!

Similar teal etched beads are also featured in the Frosted Teal and White earrings also listed in my shop. They're also used in the smaller Dainty Oval Hoop earrings.

Red Rocks chunky bracelet with handmade polymer clay, rainbow jasper, turquoise and silver

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 23:33:01 -0500

$42.00
This cute, chunky bracelet features gorgeous handmade “Red Rocks” polymer clay beads by Aslancrafts (www.aslancrafts.etsy.com). These are the same gorgeous beads in the Red Rocks watch in my “Sold” listings, with deep red and swirls of turquoise, golds, and violets, and a glossy finish. They are perfectly complemented with rondelles of stabilized turquoise and oxidized silver plate. Accompanying the Red Rocks beads are real “rocks” that are chunks of rainbow jasper in reds, browns and golds to complement the polymer clay. This necklace, about 7 ½ in length, closes with a sterling silver hook and eye clasp, accented with Swarovski crystals, one “Black Diamond” and one "Tanzanite", to complement the nearby beads. Also dangling from the closure is a handmade serpentine charm of sterling silver, turquoise, silverplated rondelle, and deep red rainbow jasper. A really beautiful, super-earthy and organic design that you will never get tired of wearing!

The photos don’t seem to do this beauty justice. The “halos” are only photography light reflected on the shiny beads.

Lunar Landing earrings with black and white lampwork

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 22:06:38 -0500

$15.00

These whimsical earrings reminded me of a lunar landing device, especially since the funky black and white lampwork beads are capped with "moonstone"! The earrings, including coiled accents and handmade hammered beaded earwires were crafted by by me of 22 gauge sterling silver wire. Besides the bumpy black and white lampwork beads, the earrings feature 6 mm rounds of synthetic "moonstone" (I believe that it's an opalite-look glass) and 4 mm rounds of a glossy black agate. Classic in black and white, carefully designed and crafted, from me to you! Earring dangle length, not including earwires, is approximately 1 1/4 inch.

The Black and Pearly White bracelet wrist watch is a beautiful complement to these earrings. Check it out, too, and convo me to arrange a gift set!

Crystal Teal Persuasion earrings of Swarovski crystal, Czech glass and sterling silver

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 22:06:37 -0500

$25.00

These exquisite, delicately styled earrings were handcrafted by me of sterling silver wire (22 gauge). Each earring has a crisp, fiery Swarovski 8 mm faceted clear crystal rondelle, accented with teal Czech glass cubes on a delicate coiled sterling silver handcrafted headpin. The hammered earwires are also handcrafted of sterling silver wire and feature a Swarovki clear crystal bicone and another teal cube. These are so simple, so elegant and suitable even for the most formal occasions. Earring length, not including earwire, is just under 1 inch.

If you prefer these in gold, see the Crystal Teal Persuasion 14 kt gold-filled earrings in the shop. I will be happy to make these in another color combination, since there are so many possibilities. (Custom earrings might include other shape glass spacers if cubes are not available in your color of choice.) Convo me to discuss it further.

Bronze pearl and turquoise necklace

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 21:25:11 -0500

$62.00

This striking necklace features delicately sized (about 10 mm and smaller) irregular triangular nuggets of turquoise and bronze colored irregular freshwater pearls (about 5 mm). The turquoise is a very pretty blue/green color, with natural brown veins that perfectly complement the shimmering bronze of the pearls. This necklace is pretty and simple, but still dramatic. The length is about 20 inches, closing with a handcrafted sterling silver hook and eye clasp, with Swarovski crystal “Erinite” accents. This will be one of your favorites!

Rainbow Crystal Clusters earrings with Swarovski crystal and sterling silver

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:40:42 -0500

$30.00

The earrings begin with handcrafted hammered sterling silver oval-shaped hoops. Dangling from each hoop are multicolored clusters of fiery Swarovski crystals arranged on three different handcrafted sterling silver wire-wrapped charms. The earwires are also handcrafted of sterling silver wire (20 Ga) and each has an additional three Swarovski crystals. Each earring has a total of 10 crystals in 10 different colors to give a rainbow of sparkly fun!

Earrings dangle approximately 2 inches from the earwires.

Four Rings and Flowers necklace with sterling silver, polymer clay, Czech glass, carnelian, freshwater pearls, and Swarovski Crystal

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:40:42 -0500

$35.00
The focal point for this gorgeous necklace is an oversized handmade hook and chain-linked clasp of hammered sterling silver with carnelian accent beads. This dramatic clasp is intended to be worn in front, although the necklace can be worn both ways for two different looks. The four links allow you to adjust the length. The colors in this necklace are unbelievably rich, reminiscent of our Blossoms in Blue necklace. Rich deep orange carnelian and clear cobalt blue faceted fire-polished Czech glass perfectly complement handmade polymer clay beads with pretty earth-toned flowers in a blue and white background. Further highlights are provided by creamy white freshwater pearl "buttons" and fiery Swarovski crystal bicones in “Light Colorado Topaz”. Necklace length is approximately 23 1/2 to 25 1/2, depending on which link is used for the closure. This is very special necklace, especially because of the beauty of the handmade polymer clay beads (from Shebeadzz) and the lovely, dangly silver clasp.

Sparkling Smoky Droplet earrings with microfaceted smoky quartz, Swarovski crystal and sterling silver

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:39:24 -0500

$32.00
These earrings are about as dainty as they come, with brilliant microfaceted smoky quartz pear-shaped beads accented with delicate 3 mm sterling silver daisy spacers and Swarovski crystals (4 mm) in Jet black. These tiny beauties feature handcrafted wire wrapping in gentle swirls of sterling silver wire (26 Ga) and dangle from simple, unadorned sterling silver leverback earwires. (Classic French earwires can be substituted, if desired.) Earring dangle length is approximately 3/4 inch.

Simply elegant...these pretty little gems will fit any occasion.

Rich Teal and Pink Sea Turtle necklace, bracelet, and earring set with polymer clay, Czech glass, Swarovski crystal, and sterling silver

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:39:23 -0500

$55.00
This is the third jewelry set I’ve made with these sea turtle beads, and I think it's my favorite. The handmade polymer clay beads have little pink sea turtles swimming in a turquoise Caribbean “sea” and were made by Shebeadzz. The sea turtle beads are complemented with iridescent pink Czech glass seashell beads and 6 mm faceted Czech glass rounds in a very rich teal. Accents are provided either by tiny light topaz spacer beads or Swarovki crystals in “Light Colorado Topaz”. Polymer clay bead size is approximately 8 mm. The necklace is about 22 1/2 inches long, including its handmade beaded hammered sterling silver hook and eye clasp. The bracelet closes with a sterling silver hook and eye clasp and is elegantly finished with a sterling silver and bead wire-wrapped charm. To keep the set interesting, the bracelet and necklace have a slightly different, but complementary, design. The matching earrings are made with complementary beads, sterling silver handcrafted wire-wrapped headpins and sterling silver French coil earwires. Bracelet length is approximately 8 inches, including clasp. Earring length is approximately 1 1/4 inch, plus earwire.
As with all my jewelry, whenever possible, I will be happy to adjust the bracelet size on request at no extra cost. This might slightly change the design, but not significantly.

This item is in my For the Love of Animals section, meaning that 25% of the proceeds will be donated to a cause that benefits animals (American Lab Rescue, New England Brittany Rescue, or the MSPCA).

Dainty pink sea turtle bracelet and earring set with handmade polymer clay beads, Czech glass, sterling silver and Swarovski crystal

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:38:31 -0500

$35.00

As with all items in my For the Love of Animals section, I will donate 25% of the proceeds to a cause that benefits animals (American Lab Rescue, New England Brittany Rescue, or the MSPCA).

This Sea Turtle jewelry set features handmade polymer clay beads with little pink sea turtles swimming in a turquoise Caribbean “sea”. These sweet beads were made by Shebeadzz. The sea turtle beads are complemented with pastel pink clear Czech glass flat oval pillow beads accented with tiny light topaz spacer beads. Swarovski crystal beads are also included for some sparkle. Bead sizes (approximate) are 8 mm for the polymer clay and about the same for the pink pillow beads. The bracelet closes with a sterling silver hook and eye clasp and is elegantly finished with a sterling silver and bead wire-wrapped charm. The matching earrings are made with complementary beads, sterling silver handcrafted wire-wrapped headpins and sterling silver French coil earwires. Bracelet length is approximately 7 1/2 inch, including clasp. Earring length is approximately 1 1/2 inch, plus earwire.
As with all my jewelry, whenever possible, I will be happy to adjust the bracelet size on request at no extra cost. This might slightly change the design, but not significantly.

Dramatic coppery bracelet and earring set with orange lampwork, Czech glass, onyx and copper

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:38:31 -0500

$35.00
This dramatic, fiery set features handmade lampwork beads of orange as well as delicately featured yellow, blues, and red all outlined in black. The lampwork beads are complemented with Czech glass in a variety of forms -- opaque topaz colored 6 mm bicones, bronze 4 mm cubes, and tiny spacers in medium blue. Also, framing the lampwork beads are 4 mm deep black onyx rounds. The bracelet closes with a delicately worked handmade hammered copper hook and eye clasp and is finished with a handmade wire-wrapped charm of copper and corresponding beads. The charm features a hammered copper serpentine design. The matching earrings are also wire-wrapped with copper, also in a serpentine motif and complementary beads. The earwires are niobium with a decorative copper ball. Bracelet length is approximately 7 3/4 inches, including clasp. Earring length is approximately 1 3/4 inch, plus earwire.

As with all my jewelry, whenever possible, I will be happy to adjust the bracelet size on request at no extra cost. This might slightly change the design, but not significantly.

p.s. This set is made from natural, untreated copper. It will tarnish to a rich, burnished finish. If you'd like it to be gleaming instead, you can clean it gently with white vinegar and a toothbrush then rinse with water. Storing it in an airtight container will help to slow tarnishing. However, I think this design looks great with the "antiqued" oxidized metal.

Gray Flannel Silver and Pearl Neckace and Earring Set

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:38:31 -0500

$65.00
These photos do not begin to convey the beauty of this set. In the necklace, sterling silver (20 Ga) S links are joined together, alternating plain links and links adorned with magnificent silvery gray Swarovski pearls. Two types of pearls are alternated…dark silvery gray 8 mm and light silvery gray 7 mm. Each pearl is flanked by two sterling silver 3 mm beads. The effect is shimmering and elegant! The matching earrings dangle about 1 1/4 inch from handcrafted sterling silver (20 Ga) earwires beaded with sterling silver 3 mm rounds. The necklace is about 22 inches long, closing with a handcrafted sterling silver (18 Ga) hook and eye clasp, secured by soldered S-links. A dangly charm adorns the back of the necklace.
(I used Swarovski fine glass pearls rather than genuine freshwater pearls in this set because their larger holes accommodated the sturdy 20 Ga sterling wire.)

Pachyderm Psychedelic Necklace with handmade polymer clay

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:35:50 -0500

$45.00

This funky design was inspired by olive green polymer clay beads by AslanCrafts (www.aslancrafts.etsy.com) that feature a (to me, anyway) "psychedelic" pattern in teals, yellows and reds. In this necklace, a pair of Czech glass (not ivory!) elephants push against each of these big (~10 by 15 mm) green beads. Sparkly firepolished faceted Czech beads in teal, tan, and olivine finish the design, with a hint of gold provided by tiny faceted metallic gold glass beads as spacers throughout. The necklace closes with a handcrafted beaded 14 kt gold filled hook and eye clasp and is capped with teal ("blue zircon") and olivine Swarovski crystals, one at each end. A handcrafted 14 kt gold-filled wire-wrapped charm, featuring the elephant and other matching beads, finishes everything off perfectly. Necklace length is approximately 28 inches. It's colorful, and fun. And, kinda different!

Blue Delft necklace and earring set

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:35:50 -0500

$60.00
I thought this beautiful set was sold but the buyer decided before accepting it that a different set in my shop (the African Turquoise and Copper) was what he wanted as the perfect gift. So, this elegant, striking blue and white jewelry is back on the market, along with a lovely pair of matching earrings, both brand new!

This cheerful necklace features porcelain beads (~12 mm) with a classic blue on white design; some fish, some turtles and some more abstract patterns. They are complemented beautifully with milky white Czech glass rondelles and rounds, midnight blue sodalite, and 4 mm sterling silver beads for accent. The necklace is about 24 inches long and closes with a handcrafted beaded sterling silver hook and eye clasp, accented by cobalt Swarovski crystals.

The earrings feature the same porcelain, Czech glass, sterling silver and sodalite beads. Earrings and earwires were handcrafted of sterling silver (20 Ga) wire. The earwires are embellished with cobalt blue Swarovski crystals.

Peas in a Pod sterling silver and Swarovski pearl necklace and earrings

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:35:50 -0500

$60.00
These photos do not begin to convey the beauty of this set. It's really fun and elegant. In the necklace, sterling silver (20 Ga) S links are joined together, alternating plain links and links adorned with three light green 8 mm Swarovski pearls, lined up together just like three peas in a pod! Each pearl is flanked by two sterling silver daisy spacers and pale yellow "Jonquil" Swarovski crystals. The effect is warm, but also shimmering and elegant! The matching earrings dangle about 1 1/2 inch from handcrafted sterling silver (20 Ga) earwires beaded with Jonquil Swarovski crystals. The earrings have two size (10 and 8 mm) green pearls, as well as a round pale yellow Swarovski crystal to provide some extra fire and sparkle. The necklace is about 25 inches long, closing with a handcrafted sterling silver (18 Ga) hook and eye clasp, secured by soldered S-links. A dangly charm adorns the back of the necklace.
(I used Swarovski pearls rather than freshwater pearls in this set because their larger holes accommodated the sturdy 20 Ga sterling wire.)

Blue Lace Ecstasy necklace and earring set

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:35:50 -0500

$65.00
I am ecstatic about how gorgeous this set came out, so I had to name it "Ecstasy"! Some lucky woman on your gift list (maybe you, yourself?) would be ecstatic with it, too! In the necklace, sterling silver (20 Ga) S links are joined together, alternating plain links and links adorned with gorgeous, deep violet-veined beads of blue lace agate. The blue lace agate beads, in 8 mm and 10 mm sizes, are each flanked with sterling silver Bali daisy spacers and sparkly gray ("Black Diamond") Swarovski crystals. The effect is soft, shimmering and elegant! The matching earrings dangle about 1 1/2 inch from handcrafted sterling silver (20 Ga) earwires beaded with Swarovski crystals. The earrings themselves are handformed and hammered sterling silver triangle hoops adorned with blue lace agate and Bali silver spacers. The necklace is about 25 inches long, closing with a handcrafted sterling silver (18 Ga) hook and eye clasp, secured by soldered S-links. A dangly charm adorns the back of the necklace.

Limeade earrings with prehnite, Swarovski crystal, and gold

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:35:50 -0500

$32.00

Exquisite pale green faceted prehnite briolettes are encircled by a handcrafted hammered oval 14 kt gold filled hoop. Handcrafted earwires have Swarovski crystals to match the briolettes. Hoops dangle about 1 inch from the earwires. Soft but stunning!
Photos were taken with and without flash to show these gorgeous stones in various light.

Candlelight earrings with carnelian, metallic glass and sterling silver

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:35:50 -0500

$18.00

These bright and sizzling little earrings feature gorgeous faceted teardrop shaped briolettes of carnelian in a rich orange hue. I took these photos under varied lighting conditions to show the many dimensions of these gemstone briolettes.
The briolettes dangle from sterling silver wire, each accented with a pretty copper colored faceted metallic glass bead. The sterling silver wire is delicately scrolled. The earrings dangle approximately 1 inch from sterling silver earwires. These are delicate, but striking with the rich color of these exquisite carnelian stones. If you love warm colors, you’ll want to wear these every day!

Sapphire Blue Sand Dollar pendant and earring set

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:35:49 -0500

$32.00

This sweet summery "seaside" set features beautifully detailed brass sand dollar charms by Vintaj, combined with brass, copper and gorgeous sapphire blue Czech glass frosted edged beads. The pendant features a sand dollar of about 33 mm diameter and is about 2 1/4 inch long, including the brass split ring. The earrings feature matching smaller sand dollar charms, about 15 mm diameter, and dangle from handcrafted brass earwires with a handformed swirly design reminiscent of the sand dollar charms. Each piece is embellished with a clear blue Czech glass bead and two tiny copper daisy spacer beads, all hand-wired together with brass. The pendant is shown with a Vintaj brass chain (not included) and can also be worn with a rubber or leather cord. If you'd like a chain or cord to go with this, contact me for a quote.

Note that these pretty Vintaj brass charms have detail even on the back (as shown in the photo with the dime on "tails").

Like all my jewelry, this set will arrive in one of my gift boxes of textured ivory recycled paper with a custom tag describing materials and handcrafted elements.

Sunny Flower

Seascape Necklace with fused dichroic glass, brass, and fire polished Czech glass

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 08:54:33 -0400

$62.00

This unique necklace is built around a gorgeous, dramatic artisan pendant of fused dichroic glass in rich teals, greens, and blues. I’ve wire-wrapped it in brass with a pretty swirled flourish. It is flanked by two dainty elements featuring antiqued brass seahorse and starfish charms by Vintaj, with brass wire and beads of onyx and fire polished Czech glass. The necklace strand has the same Czech glass, along with brass rondelles and glossy black Japanese glass seed beads. It flows with a length of about 20 inches, closing in a generous size brass-toned toggle clasp. (Stay tuned for a red “Woodland” version of this necklace!).

Bronzy Turtles dangly earrings

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 16:31:55 -0400

$26.00
These earrings each feature a Vintaj turtle charm dangling from beads of jasper, Czech glass, and Swarovski crystal in peach. The jasper has rich autumnal hues of deep oranges, yellows and grays on a creamy white background. The Czech glass cubes are a deep, slightly irridescent bronze color. Like all Vintaj's products, the turtles are brass, with a lustrous bronzy vintage like finish, and are beautifully detailed. The beads are arranged on handcrafted wire-wrapped copper. The copper is untreated and will soon tarnish naturally to a burnished finish that will complement the brass. The warm little earrings dangle about 1 1/2 inch from burnished niobium earwires.

Copper Hypotenuse earrings choice of one pair

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 16:31:11 -0400

$35.00
The shape of these fabulous earrings just reminded me of geometry! These shimmery solid copper right triangles were hand fabricated and hammered by me from copper sheet. They suspend from handcrafted copper loops that attach to handcrafted copper earwires, all of solid copper. The loops and earwires are also hammered for matching texture and earwires are embellished with a 6 mm round bead of gorgeous earthy Leopardskin jasper (as shown). The teal Russian amazonite version shown has been sold, but I can make them on request, just convo me. These beauties are light on your ears, and strikingly simple.

Note that this listing is for one pair of earrings only, with a choice of gemstone. I am showing both choices in the photos. Please let me know which one you want in a note to seller.

If you want different gemstone colors, convo me and I will set up a custom order for you.

These earrings are treated with Renaissance wax to slow tarnishing. However, natural copper or brass will eventually tarnish to a burnished finish. This oxidized patina will also look nice, but you can restore the gleam by cleaning in white vinegar and slow the tarnishing by re-treating with a beeswax product and/or storing in a sealed plastic bag when not wearing.

Shimmery Velvet necklace with labradorite, freshwater pearls and sterling silver

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 16:31:11 -0400

$65.00
This necklace is smooth and sumptuous, featuring a soft, rich color palate of greys and shimmering with blue. It flows in two graceful linked strands of about 19 and 21 inch lengths. Each strand features tiny (about 4 mm) nuggets of deep grey labradorite with plenty of blue flash. Interspersed within the labradorite are clusters of grey freshwater pearls in a similar organic shape. The hook and eye clasp is handcrafted of oxidized sterling silver and a dark grey Swarovski glass pearl. Larger labradorite flat nuggets and soft grey "Black Diamond" Swarovski crystals accent the closure with distinctive detail. The combination of gemstone and pearl -- so closely matched, yet complementary -- gives this piece such a subtle elegance!

Like all my jewelry, this gorgeous necklace will arrive in one of my gift boxes of textured ivory recycled paper with a custom tag describing materials and handcrafted elements.

Smoky Blues earrings with smoky quartz, blue lace agate, Swarovski crystal and sterling silver

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 16:31:10 -0400

$25.00
These swingy, sultry little earrings feature sparkling microfaceted smoky quartz pear shaped beads, soft blue lace agate, and jet black Swarovski crystals. The earrings are handcrafted, including a delicate swirled base, of fine gauge sterling silver wire and are further accented with sterling silver daisy spacers. The earrings dangle approximately 1 inch from sterling silver French earwires.

Copper Swirl bracelet with polymer clay and turquoise

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 08:41:15 -0400

$35.00

This bracelet features gorgeous copper, turquoise and red swirled polymer clay beads handmade by Aslancrafts (on Etsy). The turquoise/teal swirls in the beads are perfectly complemented with chunks of turquoise and 4 mm rounds of Russian amazonite. Czech bead cubes (4 mm) in a coppery sheen complement the coppery swirls. The bracelet is about 8 inches long and closes with a sterling silver hook and eye clasp, accented with Swarovski crystals in "Erinite" and sterling silver crimps.

Pearly Teal necklace with lampwork and Czech glass

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 08:41:15 -0400

$55.00
This elegant, dressy little necklace shimmers with gorgeous handmade lampwork glass lentil shaped beads in a rich, clear teal. These exquisite beads were made by Natick MA lampwork artist Liliana Glenn (Lilianabead on Etsy). They're matched with 4 mm Czech glass teal nuggets and complementary pearly white cubes. This 16 inch necklace is a nice near-choker length, but can be lengthened if necessary. It closes with a sterling silver hook and eye clasp. (Some of these photos were taken in natural light and some with a lightbox to best show the depth, color and shimmer of this necklace.)

Earrings to match the Asymmetrical Underground Flower necklace

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 08:41:15 -0400

$25.00
These earrings were made to match the gorgeous Asymmetrical Underground Flower Necklace. The Necklace is not included in this listing but is shown here for information only. Please see the complete listing in the Necklaces section of my shop.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=8582185

If you'd like both of them as a set, I'll be happy to discount these earrings by $10. The total for the set would then be $80. Convo me to arrange it and I can post a special order for you (or, I will refund the $10 after you place your order).

These earrings are handmade with copper and have a graceful hammered serpentine motif that matches that of the Asymmetrical Underground Flower pendant. The gemstones are cubes of red jasper and onyx, onyx rondelles, and rounds of picture jasper. As with the necklace, brass heishi beads provide striking accents. Each earring also has one small disk of red polymer clay (made for me by Marcia Palmer, the artist who created the focal bead on the necklace). The earwires are handcrafted of copper, also with a serpentine motif as shown in the photos.

These earrings would be lovely on their own, or would complete a beautiful gift set if combined with the Asymmetrical Underground Flower necklace.

They dangle approximately 2 inches from the handcrafted copper earwires.

Like the necklace, the copper is untreated and will naturally tarnish to a burnished finish. The gleaming finish can be restored, if desired, by cleaning with white vinegar.

Spotted Rose necklace with handcrafted silver pendant and leopardskin jasper

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 08:41:15 -0400

$135.00
This necklace is both stunning and soft, featuring a handfabricated sterling silver quadrilateral pendant set with a beautifully detailed cabachon of leopardskin jasper, with gentle tones of rose and gray. The pendant has a hand-hammered and hand-stamped design that mimics the spotted pattern of the jasper. It dangles from a handcrafted sterling silver ring. The wonderfully complementary necklace has tube shaped beads of similarly sumptuous leopardskin jasper, along with stering silver star shaped spacers, rose quartz rounds, and shimmery gray labradorite faceted rondelles. The necklace closes with a handcrafted sterling silver clasp beaded with leopardskin jasper, and is finished with soft gray "Black Diamond" Swarovski crystal detail. The beaded strand is approximately 21 inches in length, including the clasp. The pendant is approximately 2 3/4 inch long by about 2 inches wide. The oval cabachon is about 30 by 20 mm. The pendant can also be worn on a sterling silver chain or neckwire (not included), as shown in one of the photos. In addition, the beaded strand makes a pretty necklace on its own. The length of the necklace can be changed, if desired. Contact me after purchase but before shipping to discuss that.

Like all my jewelry, this necklace will arrive in one of my gift boxes of textured ivory recycled paper with a custom tag describing materials and handcrafted elements.

Asymmetrical Underground Flower Necklace with polymer clay, gemstones and copper

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 08:40:26 -0400

$55.00
I've named this one of a kind necklace after the beautiful, unique polymer clay focal bead I bought from Marcia Palmer (www.marciapalmer.etsy.com). Marcia's "Underground Flower" bead was the inspiration for this piece, which begins with a copper pendant I handcrafted of hammered 16 Ga copper wire in a bold serpentine design at the base and a deliberately asymmetrical twist on top. This truly original pendant dangles from a strand of gemstones that perfectly complement the focal bead in a way I couldn't have planned if I'd tried! They consist of cubes of glossy black onyx and red jasper, and rounds of creamy, delicately veined picture jasper. The only other embellishments on the strand are very simple brass spacers that bring out the metallic gold in Marcia's focal bead. I made a simple hook and eye clasp of copper and black agate to finish off this beauty with a flourish.

The focal bead is two sided and turns freely on the pendant..both sides are shown in the photos. The necklace length is approximately 21 inches, including clasp. The pendant is approximately 4 inches long. For more photos of the focal bead, see it in the Sold section of Marcia Palmer's shop.

I made a pair of earrings that match this pendant. They are listed seperately so that I could show more photos of this necklace. As described in the listing, I will discount the earrings if sold with the necklace as a set. Convo me if you'd like to discuss this. The earrings are called "Earrings to match Asymmetrical Underground Flower Necklace."

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=8616696

(The copper in the pendant and clasp is untreated and will naturally tarnish to a burnished finish. This will look great with the beads, but the gleaming finish can be restored, if desired, by cleaning in white vinegar.)

Black and Turquoise earrings with handmade lampwork and sterling silver

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 23:32:19 -0400

$32.00
These elegant earrings feature beautiful handmade lampwork beads by Kris Itokazu (www.creationsbykris.etsy.com). The beads have a pretty turquoise and white design against a jet black background. I've crafted these earrings, including the handformed hammered and beaded earwires, from sterling silver wire (22 Ga). To complement the lovely lampwork, I've added 4 mm cubes and rounds of glossy onyx, 4 mm rounds of turquoise, and 4 mm rondelles of Czech glass in an iridescent white "AB" finish. The combination is even more dramatic than the photos convey.

Earrings dangle approximately 1 1/8 inch from the handmade onyx-beaded French earwires.

Cobalt Dots earrings featuring handmade lampwork

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 23:56:48 -0400

$32.00

Cool cobalt blue is the focal color in these richly hued, very distinctive earrings. Nearly everything in these earrings is handcrafted, from the lampwork glass to the sterling silver wirework. The square pillow shaped lampwork beads (~10 mm) were crafted by MyCabinCreations (www.mycabincreations.etsy.com) and are paired with well-matched 6 mm cobalt Czech firepolished beads. Further accents are provided by silver plated daisy spacers and 4 mm Czech glass rondelles in an iridescent opalesque white. The earrings, including lovely square spiral accent and handmade beaded earwires, were made by me of 20 gauge sterling silver wire. These earrings are truly sensational! Earring dangle length, not including earwire, is approximately 2 inches.

Copper Starburst necklace with handmade copper and tigereye pendant

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 23:56:48 -0400

$75.00
The focal point of this gorgeous necklace is a handcrafted pendant of solid copper with a stone of deep, rich red tigereye set in a handmade sterling silver bezel. The copper in the pendant has a hand-hammered texture, with a "starburst" design hand-stamped at the top. It dangles from a handcrafted sterling silver ring. After making this pendant, I designed the perfect necklace, featuring elongated beads of well-matched red tigereye, as well as beads of glossy black onyx and copper. The sterling silver Bali style daisy spacers give just enough silver accent to complement the silver in the pendant. This dramatic, truly unique necklace closes with a hook and eye clasp I handcrafted of copper and black agate. Beaded strand length is approximately 21 inches, with the pendant approximately 2 inches long.

In the photos, the copper in the pendant, beads and clasp is new and shiny. However, this is natural, untreated copper, and will eventually age to a rich burnished patina. This will be beautiful, but the gleaming finish can always be restored, if desired, by gentle cleaning in white vinegar.

In one photo, I show the pendant with a sterling silver chain (not included) as an example of another way it can be worn. The contrast between silver and copper will be even more dramatic when the copper has aged to the richer finish. The beaded part can be worn alone, too, so this is almost like having three necklaces in one!

Like all my jewelry, this beautiful piece will arrive in one of my gift boxes of textured ivory recycled paper. Domestic shipping cost includes insurance.

Rubber Duckies earrings

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 23:56:47 -0400

$20.00
Please note: I've offered to donate these earrings to the Etsy for Animals store. All profits will go to a cause that helps animals. If you want to purchase these, check to see if you can buy them yet through the EFA store because only one pair is available. (They may not be listed there due to their waiting list..if they're not then you can buy them here). Convo me if you have any questions.

The link for the Etsy for Animals store is:

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5241805

The yellow ducks in these sweet earrings are made of Peruvian clay and each is nicely detailed with orange and black and has a glossy finish. The ducks are arranged on a handcrafted coiled and wire-wrapped headpin of 14 kt gold filled wire. The duckies are further accented with Jet black 4 mm Swarovski crystal bicones and clear amber colored 4 mm Czech rondelles. These earrings dangle approximately 1 1/4 inch from 14 kt gold filled earwires.

Not only are these really cute, but they've been carefully crafted of fine materials. They'd make a thoughtful gift for your favorite rubber ducky fan!

Cobalt Dots necklace with handmade lampwork beads

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 18:11:39 -0400

$40.00
This stunning, high contrast beauty features magnificent cobalt blue on white polished pillow shaped lampwork beads handmade by Pam Bennett of My Cabin Creations (www.mycabincreations.etsy.com). In this necklace the beads are perfectly matched with milky white Czech faceted rounds (~10 mm) and clear cobalt firepolished Czech rounds (~6 mm). Further accents are provided by opaque (~10mm) and iridescent (~4 mm) Czech glass rondelles and silver plated daisy spacers. The necklace has a length of about 20 inches, is finished with cobalt blue Swarovski crystals and closes with an elegant handcrafted sterling silver beaded hook and eye clasp.

These eye-catching cobalt blue and white beads are also featured a pair of earrings I have in stock. Convo me if you're interested in a gift set.

Black 'n Blues lampwork glass, turquoise and sterling silver earrings

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 18:11:39 -0400

$32.00

A nice blend of black, blues and white, these earrings feature dramatic handcrafted lampwork glass beads by Natick glass artist Liliana C. Glenn. The lentil shaped beads (about 14 mm diameter) have a pleasing blend of black, navy and turquoise on a creamy white background. They're matched well with stabilized turquoise rondelles, black onyx cubes, and sterling silver spacer beads. These components are all wire-wrapped together with sterling silver, including a handformed swirled motif. They dangle about 1 1/4 inch from handcrafted sterling silver earwires trimmed with stabilized turquoise. These distinctive earrings are versatile. They'd add a touch of elegance to casual denim or a "little black dress".

Like all my jewelry, your Black 'n Blues earrings will arrive in one of my gift boxes of textured ivory recycled paper with a custom tag describing materials and handcrafted elements.

Green Apples earrings with handmade lampwork glass

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 18:11:39 -0400

$32.00
These bold beauties are not for the faint of heart, and the green apple beads are AMAZING! These gorgeous lampwork beads are small versions (about 10 by 14 mm) of the fabulous Apple Core beads by Liliana (www.lilianabeads.etsy.com). I was fortunate to have visited Liliana's studio during the
Natick (MA) Open Studios awhile back. It was a great opportunity to talk to Liliana and to buy some of her magnificent handcrafted lampwork beads, including these wonderful green apples!

In these earrings, I've matched these beauties with perfectly complementing apple green colored Czech glass rondelles and glossy black onyx cubes. All components are stacked together on a handcrafted sterling silver headpin that ends with a hammered "hooplet" of about 17 mm diameter. The earrings dangle beautifully, about 1 3/4 inches in length, from handcrafted sterling silver 20 Ga earwires embellished with the apple green Czech rondelles and Jet black Swarovski bicones.

Just about apple picking season, and these make quite a dramatic statement!

I sold one pair of these and this is the last set of green apple beads I have. So, if you like these, now is the time!

Frosted Teal and White earrings with handmade lampwork glass, sterling silver and Czech glass

Sun, 06 Sep 2009 18:45:34 -0400

$32.00

I went to the Natick (MA) Open Studios and met a lampwork glass artist I've admired on Etsy, Liliana (Lilianabead.etsy.com). This was a great opportunity to talk to Liliana and to buy some of her magnificent handcrafted lampwork beads!

These are the second pair of earrings I've made with Liliana's beads. Her handcrafted beads are the etched teal (about 10 by 8 mm) and the teal, green and white lentils (about 14 mm diameter). These beauties are combined with sterling silver daisy spacers and milky white Czech glass rounds, all stacked together on a handcrafted sterling silver headpin that ends with a hammered "hooplet" of about 12 mm diameter. The earrings dangle beautifully, about 2 inches in length, from handcrafted sterling silver earwires decked with 4 mm teal Czech glass cubes. A sweet touch of spring, just in time for ski season ;-)

Three Ring Teal earrings are another pair that feature Liliana's splendid lampwork beads!

Fire Crab necklace with fire crab agate, carnelian, freshwater pearls and copper

Sun, 06 Sep 2009 18:45:34 -0400

$38.00
This necklace features a focal bead called "fire crab agate". Based on my research, its not an actual gemstone, but might be comprised of agate or carnelian. Whatever its composition, it's really quite pretty with a crackly lacy internal pattern, in milky white, peach and deep orange tones. This smooth, pretty coin-shaped focal bead has dimensions of about 30 mm diameter and 12 mm thickness. It's well matched with a strand of peach freshwater pearls, carnelian ovals and rounds, and copper rondelles and round beads. The necklace length is approximately 17 inches for an elegant size just larger than a choker. (It can, however, easily be made longer, if desired, with prior arrangement. This will slightly, but not significantly, change the design.) The sumptuous necklace closes with a handcrafted copper and carnelian hook and eye clasp. A lovely, classic look with deep, vivid tones for fall!

Like all my jewelry, your "Fire Crab" necklace will arrive in one of my gift boxes of textured ivory recycled paper with a custom tag describing materials and handcrafted elements

Midnight Blue Square Watch with sodalite

Sun, 06 Sep 2009 18:45:34 -0400

$45.00

Here's a new take on the Midnight Blue watch featuring a no-nonsense square watchface (about 25 mm sq) and a substantial dark blue band of sodalite double drilled pillow beads and blue-gray Czech glass bicones. The watch is water resistant with a stainless steel black, sweep second hand and Japanese quartz movement. It has a pearly white watchface and sharp black, particularly well readable, numbers and hands. The band closes with a sterling silver lobster clasp and handcrafted hammered sterling silver links for good flexibility (7 1/4 to about 8 3/4 inches in length). A pretty handcrafted charm dangles from the end of the chain. The charm features a sterling silver "swirly square" motif and beads of sodalite, sterling silver, Swarovski crystal and Czech glass. This watch is quite a beauty, very practical yet distinctive and stylish.

Shipping costs cover insurance where available and extra protective packaging. Any additional items purchased will be shipped at no extra cost in the same packaging. If there is any question, please convo me.

Sunny Side Up earrings with handmade lampwork, Swarovski crystal, Czech glass and gold

Sun, 06 Sep 2009 18:45:33 -0400

$32.00
Cute handmade lampwork beads that, in this color, remind me of little fried eggs! These gorgeous jeweltone on black beads were created by Kris Itokazu (www.creationsbykris.etsy.com). The earrings, including beautifully coiled accents and handmade hammered beaded earwires, were made by me of 22 gauge 14 kt gold-filled wire. The other components of the earrings are 6 mm Czech firepolished rounds and 4 mm Swarovski crystal bicones, both in amber, 14 kt gold plated daisy spacers, 4 mm Czech amber rondelle spacers, and Swarovski bicones in Jet black. Although they are so playful, these earrings are, above all, carefully made of beautiful materials. Earring dangle length, not including earwire, is approximately 1 1/4 inch.

There are also cobalt blue and lilac colored versions of these earrings. They, too, feature Kris' jeweltone on black beads, with similar styling and accents. Check the Earrings section of my store. If you're interested in purchasing more than one pair, I'll be happy to discount them. Just convo me to discuss it.

Teal and Tan lampwork bracelet and earring set

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 20:25:21 -0400

$45.00
This beautiful set is made from some exquisite pale brown lampwork beads custom made for me by Lou Fedorick (www.abbey753.etsy.com). These shiny, clear lampwork beads (lentils and rounds) are combined with deep teal firepolished Czech glass in faceted rounds, as well as chocolate brown faceted metallic glass and Swarovski crystal in Erinite. The bracelet closes gracefully with a sterling silver lobster clasp and handcrafted sterling silver links embellished with teal Czech glass cubes. In the matching earrings, handmade hammered sterling silver oval shaped hoops are embellished with more of Lou's pale brown lampwork beads, flanked by sterling silver daisy spacers and Erinite Swarovski crystals. The handcrafted sterling silver earwires are embellished with the Czech glass cubes. Bracelet length is approximately 8 to 9 inches, depending on which link is chosen for closure. The dainty earrings dangle approximately 1 inch from the earwires.

Rainbow Rocks necklace with multicolor jasper and copper

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 20:25:21 -0400

$65.00

This necklace features smooth, glossy rocks of jasper in rich jeweltones, reminiscent of tourmaline. The colorful, earthy chunks of jasper (about 20 by 10 mm) are combined with copper daisy spacers and Swarovski crystals in Light Colorado Topaz, all wrapped together in handcrafted copper links. Contrasting links have 6 mm rounds of the same glossy jasper combined with copper spacers and clear tan faceted firepolished Czech rounds. These richly hued beaded links are joined together by handformed copper S-links. The clasp is handcrafted of copper and contrasting beads, and a handcrafted beaded charm with a serpentine motif completes the look.

With its flowing length of about 39 inches, this necklace can be worn as a double strand. The decorative clasp and charm look great in front, as shown. (If you prefer a shorter, single strand necklace, this can easily be shortened. Convo me to discuss it.)

The copper is untreated and will naturally tarnish to a burnished finish that will elegantly complement these stones. The gleaming finish can be restored, if desired, by cleaning in white vinegar and rinsing.

I have more of these jasper stones and will be happy to make matching pieces for a gift set.

Wood Teal necklace with ceramic, wood, tigereye and copper

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 08:52:32 -0400

$45.00

This design features bold, chunky beads of richly veined wood and ceramic glazed in a vivid teal.
The beads are even more gorgeous in person..it's a stunning combination. The wood beads are about 15 by 10 mm, and the chunky handmade ceramic beads are about 17 by 13 but both beads are irregular enough for some size variation. Accompanying these larger beads are 8 mm rounds of tiger iron and 4 mm rondelles of deep teal Czech glass. Tiger iron is a gemstone containing tigereye, hematite and jasper and complement the wood beads quite well. This necklace length is about 19 inches, and it closes with a handcrafted copper and tiger iron hook and eye clasp, elegantly crimped at the ends with copper and Czech glass. The natural copper is untreated, appearing shiny in the photos. It will soon age to a darker, burnished finish which will complement this dramatic bracelet all the more!

Matching earrings are available that feature the wood, tiger iron and Czech glass beads. Contact me if you're interested in buying them as a set for an additional $10.

Like all my jewelry, your Wood Teal necklace will arrive in one of my gift boxes of textured ivory recycled paper with a custom tag describing materials and handcrafted elements

Sea Mist earrings with seaglass and sterling silver, choice of one pair

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 08:30:25 -0400

$58.00

Each of these gorgeous earrings is not only unique, but has a fascinating history. The history is the seaglass, fragments of glass tumbled for many years by the sea until they're discovered on the shore as these luminous, gem-like treasures, smoothed and frosted by the waves! I bought this genuine seaglass from West Coast Sea Glass and used them to craft these two pairs of earrings, one pair with cobalt blue glass and one with aqua. This price is for one pair of your choice. (But, if you can't decide, and would like both, please contact me and we can arrange that. Otherwise, please specify which pair you want, cobalt blue or aqua, in your order.)

In each earring, the seaglass "gem" is bezel set in fine silver onto a hand-fabricated sterling silver in an organic shape to complement the stone. Each pair has its own hand-hammered texture on the silver. Each earring is approximately 1 inch long, dangling from handcrafted sterling silver swirled earwires. The fine gauge silver keeps them light on your ears.

Like all my jewelry, each pair of Sea Mist earrings will arrive in one of my gift boxes of textured ivory recycled paper with a custom tag describing materials and handcrafted elements.

Jungle Herbivores necklace with wood, nut-like beads, and Czech glass elephants