These dramatic earrings feature 12 mm Swarovski cosmic crystals, 11 mm sterling silver flower links, and sterling silver ball end headpins. They hang from sterling silver fishhook earwires and are available for sale in my Etsy shop.
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Photography fun
A couple of new photos of the Swarovski crystal and sterling silver fitted bracelets available for sale in my Etsy shop …
Bold black agate necklace
I bought this black agate pendant years ago at a bead show in central Massachusetts, and it took me a very long time to decide what to do with it. I first tried to design an elaborate beaded necklace with black, white, and gray crystals to complement the natural colors of the stone itself, but that plan never really spoke to me. I moved on to large round onyx beads for a chunky look, but that didn’t feel right either. It just seemed like I was trying too hard. I was so happy when I found an extra black rubber cord necklace in my stash of supplies. The cord sets off the pendant perfectly without overpowering it. This simple yet striking necklace is available for sale in my Etsy shop.
Prestige black & white earrings
Bold, glamorous, sophisticated, timeless. All perfect words to describe these beautiful black and white earrings. I especially love the Swarovski crystal chessboard beads. They look like miniature disco balls! I should work up some new designs to showcase more chessboard beads, they are just so much fun. These earrings are made with all sterling silver components and are available for sale in my Etsy shop.
Swarovski color carousel
I love the Swarovski color carousel for viewing coordinating and contrasting colors of Swarovski crystals and crystal pearls. I tend to work with pink and purple shades at this time of year, so it’s nice to spin the wheel to something different and see what interesting combinations are revealed. I particularly like indicolite as the main color. It is complemented by turquoise, caribbean blue opal, and blue zircon. Or choose indian pink and padparadscha for contrast. Give the carousel a spin and choose a favorite of your own!
Springtime splendor
This pendant just says springtime to me. I love the incredible sparkle of the vitrail light crystal hearts – they reflect so many different colors at the same time. I was planning to post three of these pendants for sale in my Etsy shop, but I could not resist keeping one for myself!
Circle earrings
Bright pink & fuchsia fitted bracelet
This bracelet is perfect for spring! It features rose and fuchsia Swarovski crystals nestled between long sterling silver curved tube beads. It fits snugly on the wrist and closes with a sterling silver lobster claw clasp. It is available for sale in my Etsy shop.
Professor of Crystal video series
The amazing folks at Swarovski have created a video series called “The Professor of Crystal” that will appeal to crystal lovers everywhere. In each video, the professor provides expert instruction that makes it possible for do it yourself crystal aficionados to realize their visions using Swarovski Elements. The videos feature a range of topics such as gluing, epoxy clay, hot fixing, soldering, mechanical application, basic jewelry making, and felting. Learn more about the professor here.
The next big thing
Another beadweaving project awaits …