Etsy Shop for joansgems

Santa Wire and Beaded Christmas Ornament

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 19:45:16 -0500

$9.95
A whimsical, one-of-a-kind ornament for the Christmas tree. Great for an ornament exchange or as a gift. I'm sure the recipient doesn't have an ornament like this! Made with red and gold beads on a crazy, wire design, this cute Santa button is truly the center of attention. Each ornament may vary slightly from the one pictured here due to bead variations. Measures approx. 5" high.

Fossilized Coral Earrings with Black Onyx Beads

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 15:23:54 -0500

$16.00
Discs of fossilized coral are paired with black onyx beads to bring out their creamy beige color. Earrings hang from sterling silver french hooks. Length 1 3/4". Matching necklace available (see necklace section).

Fossilized Coral Necklace with Freshwater Pearls and Swarovksi Crystals

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 15:18:42 -0500

$56.00
Discs of fossilized coral are showcased among black Swarovski crystals and bronze-colored freshwater pearls. The discs of coral vary in shades of beige and gray. Necklace is completed with a sterling silver toggle clasp. Length is 18". Matching earrings available (see earring section).

Aqua Terra Jasper and Chocolate Pearl Earrings

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 15:11:02 -0500

$18.00
Beautiful aqua terra jasper beads in turquoise green color with striations of sandy beige and rich brown are matched with chocolate brown Swarovski pearls and green Swarovski crystals. Sterling silver french hooks. Length is 1 1/2". Matching necklace available (see necklace section).

Aqua Terra Jasper and Chocolate Pearl Necklace

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 15:05:36 -0500

$48.00
Gemstone beads of aqua terra jasper are just full of pattern and colors ranging from turquoise greens, sandy beiges and rich browns. I've picked up the colors by pairing the jasper with chocolate brown glass Swarovski pearls and green Swarovski crystals. Necklace is hand-knotted on silk cord in a chesnut color. It is completed with a 14K gold-filled lobster claw clasp and extender chain. Length is 16" - 18". Matching earring available (see earring section.

Dragonfly Earrings

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 14:32:58 -0500

$18.00
More of these delightful creatures! A pair of dragonflies to adorn your ears, made with blue coral and lime green glass beads with sterling silver wings. Earrings hang from sterling silver french hooks, and match the dragonfly necklace (see necklace section). Length 1 1/2".

Dragonfly Resting on Yellow Turquoise in the Sun Necklace

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 14:27:07 -0500

$68.00
This dragonfly needed to rest its weary wings and landed on a yellow turquoise pendant. Now you can carry this delightful creature around while he rests. Pendant hangs from a necklace of yellow turquoise chips and blue coral beads. Necklace is enhanced with handmade, sterling silver, wire-wrapped spirals spaced between the beads. Necklace also has handmade pelican hook and eye sterling silver wire clasp. Measures 18 1/4". A true, one-of-a-kind art piece to wear! Matching dragonfly earrings available (see earring section).

Turquoise Beaded Necklace with Sterling Silver Wire Spiral EtsyHolidaySale

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 14:15:56 -0500

$54.00
(This item is now 20% off for the EtsyHolidaySale. Was $68, now $54.) Natural, turquoise beads in a pretty, green tone come together in the center at a whimsical sterling silver wire spiral. Spiral is hammered flat for extra texture and strength. Necklce is finished with a handmade, sterling silver pelican hook and sterling silver extender chain. Necklace measures 16" - 18 1/2".

Wood Beads and Sterling Silver Wire Earrings

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 14:07:36 -0500

$18.00
A trio of wood beads showcase their wood grain when framed by a curvy, sterling silver wire design. Earrings attached to sterling silver french hooks. Length 2".

Pink and Natural Freshwater Pearl Bracelet with Charming Dog Clasp

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 13:57:52 -0500

$29.00
This bracelet begs to be everybody's pet! Sweet, feminine freshwater pearls in pink and natural ivory colors are paired with pink Swarovski crystals wrap around to a charming, sterling silver dog clasp. Squeeze his nose and tongue together to open the mechanism at his tail! Sure to be a hit with any dog lover! Measures 7", can be made longer with extender chain. Please specify bracelet size when ordering.

Fused Glass Pendant with Lime Green and Aqua Colored Beads

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 13:49:45 -0500

$42.00
Beautiful, glass pendant full of rich colors such as copper, silver, lime green and aqua blue. Pendant is attached by a loop of glass seed beads and then enhanced with fun, dotted glass beads in lime green. Copper beads add a richness of color to the strand of beads. Finish with 14K gold filled spring clasp. Length is 18", pendant hangs 2 1/2".

Chunky Blue Sodalite and Lime Green Beaded Bracelet Stamped Toggle Clasp

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 13:33:46 -0500

$30.00
Big, chunky beads of blue sodalite are separated by tiny glass beads in a lime green color. Bracelet makes its mark with a stamped metal toggle clasp - gives the bracelet that extra something! Bracelet measures 7 1/2".

Sterling Silver Flower Earrings

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 13:23:28 -0500

$11.00
Cute, little sterling silver flowers (to match the flower cluster necklace) hang from sterling silver french hooks. A sweet and playful earring with lots of movement! Measures 1" long.

Cluster of Sterling Silver Flowers with Sodalite Beaded Necklace

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 13:18:17 -0500

$40.00
A pyramid of cute little flowers are connected to make a happy pendant on a strand of blue sodalite beads. Necklace has sterling silver lobster claw clasp and extender chain with unexpected surprise of a ladybug bead hanging from the extender chain. The ladybug is making her way towards the flowers! Length is 16" - 18". Matching flower earrings available (see earring section).

Chain of Glass Leaves Necklace 31 Inches Long

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 13:01:33 -0500

$36.00
A chain of glass leaf beads seems to go on and on. This versatile necklace has an array of blue and green colors, and no clasp, so it can be worn with whichever color you choose to be highlighted in front! Need a blue necklace? Turn the blue shades toward the front. How about green? Turn it around to those colors. Fun drops of glass beads added between for added pizazz, many possibilities with this necklace. Nice long length enables you to slip it over your head for easy on and off. This is a one of a kind necklace with only one available. Length is 31" long.

Turquoise-colored Porcelain Pendant with Picture Jasper Beaded Necklace

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 12:36:48 -0500

$38.00
A turquoise-colored porcelain pendant with accents of rich, coppery colors is paired with a necklace of picture jasper and glass seed beads. Pendant has raised pattern of spirals and twists to give it even more character. 14K gold-filled lobster claw clasp, necklace measures 19", pendant is 1 1/2".

Colorful, Chunky Porcelain Large Beaded Bracelet with Sterling Clasp EtsyHolidaySale

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 21:24:27 -0400

$23.00
(This item is 20% off for the EstyHoliday Sale. Was $29, now $23.) Colorful, large-sized porcelain beads in red, turquoise and brown colors make up this chunky and stylish bracelet. Black onyx beads separate the larger beads. Great Fall colors! Bracelet is finished with sterling silver lobster claw clasp. Please specify bracelet size when ordering.

14K GF Woven Wire-Wrapped Bracelet with Gemstone Beads EtsyHolidaySale

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 21:15:05 -0400

$36.00
(This item is 20% of for the EtsyHolidaySale. Was $45, now $36 each.) An intricate herringbone weave bracelet is made from 14K gold-filled wire and 4mm gemstone beads. Bracelet has hook and eye closure. Pictured here is black onyx and green serpentine gemstone beads. I can make these in other colors too! Just convo me with your color requests and I will try to match it. Custom colors may be delayed up to additional 10 days if I have to order special beads to make the bracelet. Please let me know color choice (black, green or custom color) and bracelet size when ordering.

Bubble Wand - Large

Sat, 03 Oct 2009 16:50:15 -0400

$14.95
These whimsical wands make loads of bubbles. Dip the wand into bubble soap and wave it in the air to make huge clusters of bubbles just like the kids in the photo are making. No need to blow on the wand - easy for young kids to use. Each wand comes with a recipe card to make your our homemade bubble soap. The bubble wand is wire-wrapped, accented with beads within the design and has a hand-painted wooden handle. At the bottom of the wand is a bead enclosed in wrapped wire for an extra touch of whimsy!

The price of $14.95 is for one large size wand. I make them in three shapes - heart, star and moon (round). Please tell me what shape wand you would like and also tell me what color handle you would like. The beads will coordinate with the handle. Here is you color choice:

Red
Blue
Yellow
Green
Light Pink
Fuschia
Lavender
Dark Purple
Orange

The length of the wand is approx. 16". They make a great party favor for kids birthday parties or weddings. Send off the bride and groom is fluffy clouds of bubbles!

(Just want to point out - the girl in the photo is using a small wand. The large wand makes a trail of bubbles 2-3 times larger! The boy in the photo is holding a large wand.)

Freshwater Stick Pearl Earrings

Sat, 03 Oct 2009 16:50:15 -0400

$20.00
Elegant baroque pearls lend character to the traditional pearl earring with their unique shapes and deep luster. The pearls are enhanced with a 2mm sterling silver bead at the bottom and hang from sterling silver lever backs. Matching stick pearl necklace available. Length approx: 1 1/2"

Fat Cat Suncatcher Ornament EtsyHolidaySale

Sat, 03 Oct 2009 16:50:15 -0400

$7.95
(This item is 20% off for the EtsyHolidaySale. Was $9.95, now $7.95 each.) A playful, fat cat looks like he's up to no good in this charming ornament of colorful beads and wire. Hang him from a suction cup in a window, from the rearview mirror of your car, from a lamp or the corner of a mirror, and then move him to your Christmas tree for the holiday season! Fun for cat lovers of all ages!

Ornament is made with colorful beads in red, beige and green, and copper wire. If you would prefer different color beads just convo me and I will try to accomodate your request. Due to bead variation, each ornament is truly unique and will vary slightly from item pictured.

Beaded Key Chain or Zipper Pull

Sat, 03 Oct 2009 16:50:15 -0400

$7.00
Colorful beads and funky wire design make up this stylish key chain/zipper pull. Use it for your keys or clip it too your jacket, backpack or purse. Works perfectly if you have a broken zipper! Made from heavy gauge craft wire and colorful beads in glass, wood, ceramic or metal. You choose your colors.

1. Tell me what color(s) beads you would like:

Red
Dark Blue
Light Blue
Dark Green
Light Green
Pink
Purple
Fuschia
Yellow
Orange
Black
Brown
Silver
Gold

2. Tell me what color wire you would like:

Silver
Brass
Copper
Black
Blue
Green
Red

3. Key ring and clip comes in silver or gold only. Please specify your choice of that too!

Each key chain has about 4 beads, key ring and clip to attach to zipper. Due to bead variation, key chain will vary from items pictured here.

Sodalite Gemstone Earrings with Sterling Silver Wire Twist

Sat, 03 Oct 2009 16:49:42 -0400

$14.95
Diamond-shaped Sodalite earrings in a wear-with-all demin blue color are jazzed up with a fun wire twist detail across the front. Earrings hang from sterling silver posts. Get a pair for you, and all your family and friends for the perfect gift.

Bubble Wand - Small