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| Necklace Lengths & Styles |
| Necklace Lengths and StylesYou've heard terms like bibs and chokers; here's what they mean! BIBThree or more stands with each successive strand longer than the one above it. CHOKERUsually 16" - drops to just above the collarbone. DOG COLLARThree or... .. |
| Lore on Healing Stones |
| The Healing Properties of Gemstones* Can wearing gemstones heal your ills? According to lore they can. *This information is for entertainment purposes only! ABALONEA stone for strengthening the muscular tissue, especially around the heart. Very good in the treatment of... .. |
| Jewelry Care |
| Jewelry CareHow to give your jewelry the care it deserves Advice from the American Gem Society (with a few items thrown in by me) Storage Protect your jewelry when it is not being worn by separating it from other jewelry... .. |
| agate |
| Agate Colored Gems achieved extensive use as talismans and amulets, future predictors, healing aids and important components to many religious practices worldwide. Agate as well as Chalcedony are a variety of cryptocrystalline quartz gemstones composed of layers of quartz, sometimes... .. |
| amethyst |
| Amethyst Amethyst is the recognized birthstone for February and the accepted anniversary gemstone for the sixth year of marriage. Amethyst is a variety of quartz, and comes in pale lilac to rich, deep purple shades. Ideally, it is a deep... .. |
| aquamarine |
| Aquamarine Aquamarine is the traditional birthstone for March. It is also the accepted anniversary gem for the 19th year of marriage. The ideal color of aquamarine is a refreshing pastel sea blue. Stones with a clear blue color without green... .. |
| alexandrite |
| Alexandrite Alexandrite is one of the most fascinating gemstones throughout history: a gem variety of the mineral chrysoberyl that actually changes color from green in daylight to red in incandescent light. The first time you see it, it is hard... .. |
| beryl |
| Beryl The word "brilliance" is possibly derived from the ancient greek word for beryl, "berullos", which means crystal. We all admire the green fire of an emerald and the aqua blue magnetism of aquamarine, but not many realize that they... .. |
| bloodstone |
| Bloodstone Bloodstone, or green jasper dotted with bright red spots of iron oxide, was treasured in ancient times and long served as the birthstone for March. This attractive chalcedony quartz is also known as Heliotrope because in ancient times polished... .. |
| bluetopaz |
| Blue Topaz Most people think of topaz as a transparent golden yellow gemstone. However, this gemstone also occurs colorless as well as orange-yellow, red, honey-brown (dark sherry), light green, blue and pink. The name topaz is derived from the Greek... .. |
| zircon |
| Zircon Zircon has long had a supporting role to more well-known gemstones, replacing them when they were unavailable. In the middle ages, zircon was said to aid sleep, bring prosperity, and promote honor and wisdom in its owner. The name... .. |
| Earring Styles |
| Earring Style OptionsEarring styles shown at StormRising Designs Here are the earrings styles that may be selected at StormRising Designs. Clips (sometimes called clip-ons) are for people who do not have pierced ears. StormRising Designs also features leverback, French wres... .. |
| carnelian |
| Carnelian The wearing of carnelian is recommended to those who have a weak voice or are timid in speech, for the warm-colored stone will give them the courage they lack, so that they will speak both boldly and well," reports... .. |
| catseye |
| Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl The chrysoberyl family comes in three varieties: alexandrite, cat's-eye, and chrysoberyl. While chemically alike, they are quite distinct in their optical characteristics and bear no resemblance to one another. Cat's-eye chrysoberyl is known for its reflected light... .. |
| chalcedony |
| Chalcedony Chalcedony is a catch all term that includes many well known varieties of cryptocrystalline quartz gemstones. They are found in all 50 States, in many colors and color combinations, and in sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic rocks. Chalcedony includes carnelian,... .. |
| citrine |
| Citrine Citrine is a variety of quartz; colors range from pale yellow to yellowish-brown and Madeira red. The most popular fashion colors are the vivid yellows and oranges. It is often mistaken for yellow or golden topaz. Citrine is readily... .. |
| diamond |
| Diamond Diamond is the birthstone for the month of April. Besides being the most popular gemstone for engagement rings, diamond is the accepted anniversary gem for the 10th and 60th years of marriage. The name "diamond" comes from the Greek... .. |
| emerald |
| Emerald Emerald is the birthstone for the month of May. It is also the anniversary gemstone for the 20th and 35th years of marriage. Emerald is one of the most highly-prized of all the gems. The name comes from the... .. |
| garnet |
| Garnet Garnet is the accepted birthstone for the month of January. It is also the accepted anniversary gemstone for the second year of marriage. When most people think of garnet, they picture the dark red bohemian garnet that was popular... .. |
| hawkseye |
| Hawk's Eye 'Hawk's Eye' is the name given to grey-blue colored varieties of Tiger Eye. The most important source of Hawk's Eye is South Africa, but it is also found in India, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Western Australia, Brazil and California.... .. |
| gold |
| Gold Gold was among the first metals to be mined because it commonly occurred in its native form; not combined with other elements, and because it was beautiful and imperishable, and because exquisite objects could be made from it. Artisans... .. |
| iolite |
| Iolite Iolite is a beautiful violet blue gemstone whose name is derived from the Greek word ?ios? which means violet. Because of its soft, almost liquid color it is often mistaken for sapphire. Iolite is pleochroic, which means that it... .. |
| jade |
| Jade Jade's colors range from shades of green to blue, yellow, red, lavender, gray and black, but experts call the ideal shade emerald green. Jadeite, the most prized form of jade, is one of the toughest known minerals. It is... .. |
| jasper |
| Jasper Jasper is a very pretty, inexpensive earthstone. It is usually worn as beads or cabochons. It comes in red, brown, green, greyish-blue, and yellow. Often jasper is multi-colored. Jasper has a hardness rating of 7. The polish on Jasper... .. |
| lapis |
| Lapis Lazuli Lapis lazuli is a beautiful opaque gemstone which ideally has a deep uniform blue color that is free of white calcite veining and virtually free of golden pyrite flecks. It was prized by the ancients who mistakenly called... .. |
| moonstone |
| Moonstone Moonstone is used as a birthstone for the month of June. According to Hindu legend, moonstone was formed from moonbeams. It was once believed if you hold one in your mouth during a full moon you can see your... .. |
| opal |
| Opal Opal is the October birthstone as well as the accepted anniversary gemstone for the 14th year of marriage. The well-known Roman naturalist Pliny described opal as "made up of the glories of the most precious gems... the gentler fire... .. |
| onyx |
| Onyx In jewelry design as in fashion, colors look crisper against a background of black, and black and white always looks right. In fine jewelry, the black backdrop is often supplied by onyx, a chalcedony quartz with a fine texture... .. |
| pearl |
| Pearl Pearl is the birthstone for the month of June. It is also the accepted anniversary gemstone for the 3rd and 30th years of marriage. A pearl is the product of an oyster's defense mechanism. When a foreign irritant is... .. |
| peridot |
| Peridot Peridot is the accepted birthstone for August. It is also the accepted anniversary gemstone for the 16th year of marriage. Peridot should be a lively lime green, without a brownish or olive cast. Peridot is the child of volcanic... .. |
| ruby |
| Ruby Ruby is the accepted birthstone for July. It is also the accepted anniversary gemstone for the 15th and 40th year. Ruby is known as the "Lord of the Gems" because of its rarity and beauty. Derived from the Latin... .. |
| sapphire |
| Sapphire Sapphire is the September birthstone as well as the accepted anniversary gem for the 5th and 45th years of marriage. Sapphire, a variety of corundum, comes in all colors except red (the red variety being known as ruby), but... .. |
| spinel |
| Spinel Spinel is the great imposter of gemstone history: many famous rubies in crown jewels around the world are actually spinel. The most famous is the Black Prince's Ruby, a magnificent 170-carat red spinel that currently adorns the Imperial State... .. |
| silver |
| Silver Silver has been known and used for thousands of years and was believed to have magical properties which could promote healing and bring good luck. In ancient times, silver was used for jewelry, ornaments, utensils, and as a substance... .. |
| smokeyquartz |
| Smoky Quartz Smoky quartz is a popular variety of quartz. It has an unusual color for a gemstone and is easily recognized and is well known by the general public. Only a few other brown or black minerals are ever... .. |
| tanzanite |
| Tanzanite While tanzanite ranges in color from pale lilac to deep intense blue, each stone gives you three colors. From one angle, you may see it as a brilliant blue; turned in another direction, the color will show a purple... .. |
| tourmaline |
| Tourmaline Tourmaline occurs in the widest array of colors of any gemstone species. Sometimes as many as two or three colors exist in the same cut stone. Tourmaline is also known under different names: The rubelite is red, sometimes with... .. |
| topaz |
| Topaz Topaz is the accepted birthstone for November. Blue topaz is the accepted anniversary gemstone for the 4th year; Imperial topaz for the 23rd year of marriage. Most people think of topaz as a transparent golden yellow gemstone. However, this... .. |
| turquoise |
| Turquoise Turquoise is the accepted birthstone for December and is the accepted anniversary gemstone for the 11th year of marriage. Colors in turquoise range from sky blue (most desirable color) to blue green and apple green. The name means "Turkish... .. |
| Birthstones |
| BirthstonesLists of gemstones used as birthstones These lists are for your convenience. Many of these stones can be duplicated with the use of Swarovski crystals in jewelry pieces. If you wish to have a piece made in a birthstone, please... .. |
| Anniversaries |
| Wedding Anniversary Stones* Gemstones for anniversaries listed by years married Here is a list of gemstones and the anniversarys that are celebrated by the giving of those stones. Notice that many times there is more than one stone that is... .. |
| Jewelry & Gemstone Info |
| Jewelry and Gemstone InformationSome facts and fantasies about natural gemstones and jewelry BirthstonesWhat is the birthstone for June? Well, it all depends... Consult four lists of modern birthstones, traditional birthstones, cabochon birthstones and birthstones for each sign of the zodiac... .. |
| Gemstone Glossary |
| Gemstone GlossaryAt StormRising Designs we use a large variety of semi-precious gemstones in our jewelry. Here is a list of the general characteristics of those stones. African Opal - African opal is not fine gem quality opal and doesn't... .. |
| Beaded Jewelry |
| Beaded JewelryWhat is beaded jewelry? The majority of the handcrafted jewelry designs you see at StormRising Designs are "beaded jewelry". This means they are strung on lightweight coated wire or on thread. In this type of jewelry the individual beads... .. |
| Beadwork Jewelry |
| Beadwork JewelryWhat is beadwork jewelry and how is it made? At the present time we are creating and selling beadwork bracelets and beadwork necklaces at StormRising Designs. All through history various groups of people had developed techiniques where they... .. |
| Bead Embroidery |
| Bead EmbroideryHow is bead embroidery jewelry made? Many fabulous bracelets and necklaces are made using bead embroidery. Just as it sounds this is a way of beading onto a backing. The beads are on thread and may be individually attached... .. |
| About Me |
| About StormRising Designs & CamillaEverything you wanted to know about our artist and moreCamilla Walton, DesignerStormRising Designs I have always been artistic and has always harbored a passion for jewelry and fabrics - anything with color and texture. All my... .. |
| Verdi Statue |
| Civiletti A family of artisans... Giuseppe Verdi, by Pasquale Civiletti, 1906White Carrara marble on granite pedestal, total height 25.5 feet. West 73rd St. and Broadway, New York, New York, USA. At the memorial's unveiling in 1906, only five years... .. |
| Benedetto Civiletti |
| Benedetto CivilettiBenedetto Civiletti was a sculptor of note in the 19th century. Born in Palermo, Italy in 1846, he passed away in 1899. He was my great-grandfather's brother. A photograph of Benedetto Civiletti Bust of Benedetto Civiletti A fountain by... .. |
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| VIP Rewards Points ProgramEarn VIP Rewards Points* for all your purchases and redeem them for jewelry at StormRising Designs. Membership is free - just register as a customer and start earning points. You must have a registered account to have... .. |
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| StormRising DesignsYour Order Has Been Approved Thank you for your purchase at StormRising Designs. Your transaction has been completed and an email receipt has been sent to you. You can track your order online by logging into your account and clicking... .. |
| Custom Designed Jewelry |
| Custom Designed Jewelry InformationHow about getting some handmade jewelry made just for you? That's what custom designed jewelry is all about! Sparkler Bridal Bracelet - a handmade custom beadwork cuff bracelet worked in Peyote stitch. StormRising Designs offers custom designed... .. |
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| Gift Wrap |
| Gift Wrap Would you like us to wrap and send your gifts? StormRising Designs will do the work for you! We will be glad to wrap your gifts, enclose a card and mail them directly to your recipient.... .. |
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| Handmade Bracelets |
| Lovely handmade beaded bracelets just for you! Here are my handmade designer beaded bracelets. Beautiful bracelets from StormRising Designs are truly unique pieces of artisan jewelry pieces. Most of these bracelets are made with semi-precious gemstone beads, Swarovski crystals, Czech glass,... .. |
 Curry Czech Glass Disk Bracelet |
| | This handmade beaded bracelet features curry colored embossed Czech glass disks. I mixed them with beautifully swirled multicolor faceted Czech glass beads and some matte finished aqua glass seed beads. I created a nice dangle as an extra detail. The... .. |
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Lampworked Glass, Hammered Silver and Brass Bracelet |
| | This handmade beaded bracelet features lampworked glass beads, silvery lead-free pewter beads with a hammered finish and unusual shape and antiqued brass spacers in a twisted rope pattern. I love the swirled colors in the glass beads. This bracelet will... .. |
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Rust and Smoke Czech Glass Bracelet |
| | The Czech glass disks in this handmade beaded bracelet vary in color somewhat but are mostly rust with smoky accents. The disks are formed so that they have a spoke and wheel shape. I added other Czech glass beads are... .. |
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Mixed Blue Hearts Bracelet |
| | This handccrafted beaded bracelet features a wonderful mixture of beads including two different types of hearts. Blue glass hearts are mixed with blue Chinese porcelain hearts with Swarovski crystal pearls, Swarovski bicone crystal, Czech glassand embossed silver beads. The toggle... .. |
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Pink Cloisonne and Swarovski Crystal Bracelet |
| | The gleaming finish of the sweet pink cloisonne flowers are further enhanced by the sparkle of pink and green Swarovski bicone beads, This handcrafted beaded bracelet also features an extra flower dangle at the gold-toned toggle clasp. The bracelet length... .. |
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Peach and Charcoal Conglomerate Jasper and Wire Wrapped Bracelet |
| | Twists and swirls of copper wire wrap the peach and charcoal jasper conglomerate ovals in this handcrafted beaded bracelet. I wired them with some plain rounds in between the ovals. The handcrafted beaded bracelet has a copper toggle fastener and... .. |
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Peach Conglomerate Jasper and Sugilite Bracelet |
| | The ovals in this handcrafted beaded bracelet are peach and cream conglomerate jasper. Separating the ovals are lavender sugilite roundels and round riverstone beads with gold glass. The toggle clasp is gold plated. This handcrafted beaded bracelet is 6 1/2"... .. |
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Blue Glass and Embossed Copper Bracelet |
| | The blue glass beads are foiled glass, which gives them a glow from within. They contrast nicely with the embossed copper beads, which have a pewter base and are then plated with the antiqued copper finish. The tiny leaf design stands... .. |
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Olive Art Glass, Silver and Crystal Bracelet |
| | These olive green handmade art glass beads called to me the other day. These lampworked beads are olive green with raised pink dots. I have used Bali sterling silver bead caps on each one. The focal bead is Bali sterling... .. |
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Chrysacolla, Copper and Azurite-Malachite Bracelet |
| | Blues and Green go so well with copper - I love the combination. In this handcrafted beaded bracelet I have used wonderful blue-green focal beads of rich chrysacolla with the blue green mix in the smaller round azurite-malachite beads. Embossed... .. |
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Ametrine, Jade, Crystal and Glass Bracelet |
| | Ametrine is a combination of amethyst and citrine. The faceted chunks in this handcrafted beaded bracelet are the soft amethyst color and show none of the gold shades of the citrine. This bracelet also has Swarokski crystals, lime jade and... .. |
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Snowflower Crystal, Silver and Glass Bead Bracelet |
| | Perfect holiday handcrafted bracelet featuring traditional red and green colors. These interesting sage green art glass beads feature a white flower design with red centers. I have added silver melon beads, red Czech glass and Swarovski crystals. The dangling beads... .. |
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Jasper, Pink Jade and Bali Silver Bracelet |
| | I find this jasper semi-precious gemstone that is the focal point of this handcrafted beaded bracelet to be fascinating with its shades of peachy pink and gray. I've never seen another like it. To bring out the pink I used... .. |
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Serpentine and Ametrine Bracelet |
| | This handcrafted beaded bracelet is made from multi-colored serpentine cylinders and cracked glass beads with dangles of lavender colored ametrine and Bali silver. Ametrine is a combination of the semi-precious gemstones amethyst and citrine. Although the main apperance of the... .. |
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Feldspar, Smoky Quartz and Pink Jade Bracelet |
| | Two feldspar diamond shaped stones are the focal pieces of this handcrafted beaded bracelet. To bring out the pink in the feldspar I have added pink jade beads. Smoky quartz finishes the design. The clasp is a antiqued copper lobster claw.... .. |
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Burgundy Glass Hearts, Garnets and Crystals Handmade Beaded Bracelet |
| | Burgundy hearts march around your wrist - perfect for Valentine's Day! This handmade bracelet also features garnets and Swarovski crystal AB bicones for extra sparkle. The bracelet is finished with a gold plated toggle. This handmade bracelet is 8" (20.3... .. |
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Iridescent Purple Czech Glass Handmade Beaded Bracelet |
| | Rich jewel tones are the highlight of this handmade Czech glass bracelet. Gold colored glass triangular shaped seed beads are mixed with iridescent purple faceted fire-polished Czech glass beads woven in an intricate netted pattern. A lovely gold-toned toggle clasp... .. |
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Soo Chow Jade, Amethyst and Sterling Silver Bracelet |
| | A Soo Chow Jade barrel in luscious lime is the focal point of this handcrafted beaded amethyst and jade bracelet. Sterling silver curved tubes, serpentine and Czech glass accent the carved piece. The toggle clasp is sterling silver. This handcrafted... .. |
 Turquoise, Abalone & Hill Tribes Silver Handmade Beaded Bracelet |
| | A beautiful handcrafted bracelet absolutely laden with silver! The triple strand beaded bracelet is made from Thai Hill Tribes silver, turquoise and abalone shell. The adjustable Bali silver clasp closes at 6 1/2 inches at the closest chain link or... .. |
| Handmade Earrings |
| Unique handmade beaded earrings in all types of materials Beautiful handmade beaded earrings made from semi-precious stones, glass, silver, gold, shell, crystal and other materials, including hand-woven beadwork. Each gorgeous pair of handcrafted earrings is one-of-a-kind so you won't see... .. |
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Crazy Lace Agate and Copper Earrings |
| | Colors mingle beautifully in these handmade crazy lace agate gemstone earrings. I pumped up the color a bit with topaz Swarovski crystals and antiqued copper diamond shaped beads. The handmade beaded earrings are 1 1/2" long and dangle nicely from... .. |
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New Jade and Copper Czech Glass Leaf Earrings |
| | These handmade beaded earrings made from new jade and Czech glass are petite, only 1 1/8" long. They hang from copper French wires. I love the contrast of the soft translucent green of the new jade and the copper Czech... .. |
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Rhyolite and Embossed Copper Diamond Earrings |
| | Gorgeous handmade beaded earrings feature green rhyolite gemstones with embossed copper diamond shapes. What could be prettier? Rhyolite is so earthly in color. I used ovals and rounds in this pair of handmade beaded earrings, dividing them with the diamond... .. |
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Dramatic Shell Pearl Earrings |
| | There is more than a hint of the dramatic in these handmade beaded shell pearl earrings. The shell pearls are large and bold, have a nice glow and are emphasized by the dark antique brass bead caps. Swarovski Jet 2X... .. |
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Blue Jade and Silvery Hammered Pewter Earrings |
| | Sky blue jade and silver hammered look lead-free pewter shapes make for a graceful pair of earrings. The pewter shape has a twist and reminds me somewhat of a leaf. These handmade beaded earrings are 1 1/2" long and are... .. |
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Red Jasper and Copper Filigree Earrings |
| | I mixed red jasper pillow beads with copper filigree and small red jasper beads in this pair of handmade beaded earrings. The warm tones of the red jasper semi-precious gemstones and copper go beautifully with all fall colors. The handmade... .. |
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Red Aventurine and Silver Earrings |
| | The V-shaped beads in these handmade beaded earrings are red aventurine although they look orange to me. I like the shape very much and have used them in other pieces of jewelry. I added sterling silver shell shaped beads and... .. |
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Smoky Chili Czech Glass and Carnelian Earrings |
| | These handmade beaded glass earrings feature smoky chili red Czech glass disk beads. They have varigated colors in them but the red is predominant. The carved shape reminds me of a wheel. I added red carnelian gemstones decorated with antique... .. |
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Lavender and Silver Lampworked Bead Earrings |
| | Wisps of silver run through the lavender and blue of the glass in these handmade lampworked glass bead earrings. I used Bali style sterling silver and tanzanite Swarovski crystal bicone beads to bring out the colors in the glass in... .. |
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Embossed Curry Czech Glass Disk Earrings |
| | The glass in the beads in these handmade beaded earrings is quite thick. I love the embossed design in the surface and the warm spicy curry color. I added some small faceted Czech glass beads that have swirls of different... .. |
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Tiger Eye and Bali Silver Earrings |
| | I used two sizes of Tiger Eye gemstone beads for this pair of classy handmade beaded earrings. I love the deep fire that seems to emanate from the stones. The Bali style sterling silver beads add a lot of style.... .. |
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Egyptian Coil and Verdigris Copper Earrings |
| | I bought these open diamond shapes that have a wonderful verdigris green finish on them and made some Egyptian coils from copper wire to use with them. The Egyptian coil is a classic and ancient design. The copper stands out... .. |
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Czech Glass and Antique Brass Art Nouveau Style Earrings |
| | Lots of retro Art Nouveau style in this pair of handmade beaded chandelier earrings The antique brass earring findings are from Vintaj and I added faceted mottled blue-green Czech glass beads, antique brass beads and pale green glass seed beads. They... .. |
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Nature Lampworked Glass and Leaf Earrings |
| | These lampworked glass beads remind me of a stream with rocks. I mixed them with glazed beige Czech glass leaf beads, blue-green Czech glass and cream bone roundels. These handmade beaded earrings are 1 1/2 " long and have sterling silver... .. |
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Autumn Jasper Cluster Earrings |
| | These handmade beaded dangle earrings go so well with autumn colors. The autumn jasper beads are what is called an ox-eye shape. To bring out the colors in the jasper beads I added clusters of rusty red Cathedral beads and some... .. |
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Crazy Lace Jasper with Leaves Earrings |
| | Handmade beaded earrings made from colorful crazy lace jasper pillow beads also feature dangles of antique copper leaves. I also added some sparkle with small Swarovski crystals. The handmade beaded earrings are 2 ¼” long and hang from antique copper ear... .. |
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Blue Glass Heart Earrings |
| | Blue Glass Hearts are featured in this pair of handcrafted beaded earrings. Setting off the deep blue color of the hearts are Swarovski crystal pearls and iridescent aqua Czech glass beads. The earrings are an inch long and have sterling... .. |
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Sparkling Crystal AB Cluster and Silver Earrings |
| | I made the ball clusters in these beaded earrings from a dozen Swarovski Crystal AB bicones. At the bottom of each there is a pear shaped crystal bead then atop the cluster is an antiqued sterling silver bead. The handcrafted... .. |
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Sparkling Crystal Cluster Earrings |
| | Each of the sparkling Swarovski crystal clusters in these handmade beaded earrings is made from a dozen bicone crystals strung into a ball. The clusters in are multi-colored as you can see with coral, gold and clear crystals in each.... .. |
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Bite O Lime Art Glass Earrings |
| | The brilliant teal glass beads are handmade lampwork - beautiful art glass swirled with lime and a touch of coral. In this pair of handcrafted beaded earrings I used lime jade roundelles and Swarovski Vitrail 2X crystals to bring out... .. |
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Yellow and Aqua Terra Cotta Pagoda Earrings |
| | These handcrafted beaded earrings are made with terra cotta beads. The base color is a yellow glaze then they have aqua and iridescent copper highlights. I think the beads look like little pagodas. I have also used antique copper bead... .. |
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Light Brown Czech Maple Leaf and Swarovski Crystal Earrings |
| | The light brown Czech glass maple leaves in this pair of handcrafted beaded earrings have a glazed look to them (topaz over white) which highlights the veins in the leaves. I used Swarovski crystals in black and crystal copper to... .. |
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Moss Green Czech Glass Leaf and Swarovski Crystal Earrings |
| | These long moss green Czech glass leaf handcrafted beaded earrings are 3" in length. I used some Czech glass copper flower beads and olivine Swarovski crystals with them The French wires are copper. .. |
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Ametrine and Bali Silver Earrings |
| | Nuggets of ametrine which are the color of amethyst, are matched with Bali sterling silver tubes to create a pair of lovely handcrafted beaded earrings. Ametrine, a semi-precious gemstone, is a form of quartz which usually features the colors of amethyst... .. |
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Azurite Malachite Blue Leaf Earrings |
| | I love leaves and I especially like the blue Czech glass leaves I used in this pair of handcrafted beaded earrings. Each earring in this pair features azurite malachite rounds at the top then blue-green Czech glass, copper Czech glass... .. |
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Smokey Topaz Crystal Chandelier Earrings |
| | Handcrafted sterling silver coil chandelier earrings show off Swarovski crystals in tones of brown. Smokey topaz bicones and Lt. Colorado topaz cubes dangle from the chandeliers. The beaded earrings are 1 1/2"(3.8 cm) long on sterling silver French wires. .. |
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Autumn Jasper and Bali Silver Beaded Earrings |
| | The colors of autumn leaves are prevalent in these autumn jasper, red jasper and Bali silver handmade beaded earrings. The delicate rust, brown and mossy green beads hang from Bali style sterling silver French wires and are 1" (2.5 cm)... .. |
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Time Squared Swarovski Crystal Beaded Earrings |
| | Stunning petite Swarovski crystal handmade earrings just for you! "Lt. Colorado Topaz" faceted crystal cubes are matched with bicones and Bali style sterling silver in a delightful pair of delicate handmade earrings. The drop is 1 inch and sterling silver... .. |
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Garnet and Crystal Chandelier Earrings |
| | Let these handcrafted sterling silver chandelier earrings with deep red facted garnet semi-precious gemstones and Swarovski crystals swing from your ears. This pair of beaded earrings hangs 2 1/2" from the sterling silver French wires. .. |
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Swarovski Pearl and Crystal Beaded Earrings |
| | The luscious aqua green tones of the pearl and crystal handmade beaded earrings are dressy but of a color that will blend well with your Spring wardrobe. Both the pearls and beautiful green Erinite crystals are Swarovski and are set off by vermeil... .. |
| Handmade Necklaces |
| Beautiful unique handmade beaded necklaces Handmade beaded necklaces and handmade beadwork necklaces you won't find anywhere else because all of the jewelry I make is one-of-a-kind. I have unique handcrafted artisan necklaces in many lovely styles made from semi-precious gemstones,... .. |
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Blue Jade, Blue Lace Agate and Hammered Silvery Twist Beads Necklace |
| | Cool colors for a fresh look in a handmade beaded necklace with a combination of semi-precious gemstones and silvery metal. I used soft blue jade with pale lavender-blue blue lace agate. I mixed them with lovely hammered oval twist beads... .. |
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Autumn Jasper Pendant Necklace with Brass Oak Leaves |
| | Antique brass oak leaves embellish this colorful autumn jasper pendant on a handmade beaded necklace. I added a dangle of colorful Czech glass chili red cathedral beads and olive Czech glass roundels. The pendant hangs from an antique brass chain with autumn... .. |
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Autumn Leaf Necklace of Wood, Jasper and Czech Glass |
| | The beautiful embossed copper leaf pendant in this lovely handmade beaded necklace is nicely set off by long polished wooden beads . I added other wooden beads and some faceted Owyhee jasper roundels, Czech glass roundels and copper spacers in... .. |
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Serpentine Donut and Copper Leaves Chain Necklace |
| | Graceful antique copper leaves drape gracefully from this serpentine donut necklace appearing to come through the donut hole! The chain has an antique copper finish. The donut is inscribed in an unknown script. The necklace chain is 32 inches long... .. |
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Porcelain Jasper Pendant Necklace |
| | Cool tones of lavender and burgundy mix with cream in this square pendant made from porcelain jasper. The square is 1 5/8" and has a hole in it like a donut pendant. I added a Bali sterling silver leaf as... .. |
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Serpentine Jade Insect Pendant Necklace |
| | This is a fun pendant necklace which features a silvery fly on an antiqued brass base that I have added to a bell shaped piece of serpentine jade. This handmade necklace is great for insect lovers! The gemstone pendant has... .. |
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Botswana Agate, Wood and Silver Necklace |
| | The irregular shapes of the large flat pieces of Botswana agate are emphasized by the long toothlike shapes of the wooden beads. Smaller Botswana agate beads, smoky quartz, small silver beads and silver chain complete the necklace. The small toggle... .. |
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Amazonite and Mother of Pearl Flower Pendant Necklace |
| | The pearly sheen of the carved flower pendant is the focal piece of this handcrafted beaded necklace made from Mother of Pearl Nuggets, Amazonite Czech glass and Swarovski crystals. The beaded necklace is 22" long and is fastened with a... .. |
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Green Fluorite, Verdigris and Bronze Finished Donut Necklace |
| | The smooth fluorite beads flow like water or so it seems in this handcrafted beaded necklace. Copper seed beads and a couple of bronze beads provide contrast. The donut is ceramic and finished to look like bronze with verdigris. The... .. |
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Rhodochrosite, Crystal and Cloisonne Pendant Necklace |
| | An antiqued gold ceramic shell pendant is the focal piece of this lovely handcrafted beaded necklace. Soft pink rhodochrosite faceted ovals, cloisonne beads and two colors of faceted Swarovski crystals complete the necklace. The handcrafted beaded necklace is finished with... .. |
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Imperial Jasper and Sterling Silver Necklace |
| | I am in love with these gorgeous stones in shades of cream, green, mauve and burgundy! The imperial jasper semi-precious gemstones are irregular in shape but beautifully faceted. This simple handcrafted beaded necklace also has small silver beads between each... .. |
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Blue Kyanite and Ceramic Pendant Necklace |
| | A lovely blue ceramic disk is emphasized by a silver feather bail. I used blue kyanite (an expensive stone), sterling silver and riverstone beads to create a nice hand wired silver and gemstone linked chain for the handcrafted beaded necklace.... .. |
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Silver Creek Jasper Butterfly Necklace |
| | The butterfly focal piece in this handcrafted beaded neckace came from a bead show. It is carved from Silver Creek Jasper. I stayed with the neutral tones in the stone for the rest of the necklace using map jasper beads... .. |
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Sponge Coral, Porcelain and Glass Choker Necklace |
| | Yes, it does look a bit patriotic with the bold red, white and blue colors. This colorful handcrafted beaded necklace features a large red sponge coral trapazoid cut pendant flanked by deep blue glass, striped Chinese porcelain and red sponge coral... .. |
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Shells, Sugilite and Czech Glass Necklace |
| | Colorful shells in a combination of rust, lavender and cream are the focal beads this handcrafted beaded necklace. To compliment the colors in the shells I used lavender/purple sugilite gemstone beads and rust color Czech Cathedral beads. This is a... .. |
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Brown Crackled Gemstone with Riverstone and Wood Necklace |
| | I don't have a clue of what this stone is called. Most likely it is a form of Jasper. The striking deep color and interesting crackled look appealed to me. I put it onto a handcrafted beaded necklace I fashioned... .. |
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Fire Agate Pendant on Sugilite, Riverstone and Red Aventurine Necklace |
| | The crackled look is what makes this fire agate gemstone pendant interesting. In this piece the colors are shades of orange and purple with the crackling showing in white. I played upon the colors of the pendant in this handcrafted... .. |
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Agate Pendant with Riverstone and Glass Necklace |
| | Fantastic long oval agate pendant is in shades of white and pale aqua with an interesting design on brown that looks almost like it was painted on. Held up to the light you can see that it runs clear through... .. |
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Agate Pendant with Crackled Jade and Amber Glass Necklace |
| | The colors in the agate pendant are spectacular - love the cracked look! I have used amber Czech Glass beads and crackled jade in the handcrafted beaded necklace to complement the colors and texture in the pendant. The bushed sterling... .. |
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Jupiter Rising Handmade Beaded Pendant Necklace |
| | Here's an interesting handmade beaded necklace and pendant for you. Doesn't the red spot remind you of the one on the planet Jupiter? That's why this lovely handmade carnelian pendant necklace is named "Jupiter Rising". The trapezoid shaped carnelian pendant... .. |
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Carved Leaf Pendant with Riverstone and Bone Necklace |
| | The carved bone leaf pendant is carved bone is the focal point of this handcrafted beaded necklace. I also used large and small bone beads mixed with creamy riverstone. The leaf design toggle clasp has an antique copper finish. The handcrafted... .. |
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Feldspar Pendant with African Opal and Hill Tribes Silver Necklace |
| | The beautiful octagonal pendant in this handcrafted beaded necklace is feldspar. Most of the feldspar I've bought has dark brown in a beige ground but not this one! The pale neutral tones are perfect for any season. I have used... .. |
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Great Pumpkin Necklace |
| | This handcrafted beaded necklace for autumn features a pumpkin, leaf and vine motif. Brown lip shell disks dyed orange give the illusion of pumpkins. They are combined with green Russian Serpentine beads and brown glass leaves in a celebration of... .. |
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Carnelian Pendant Necklace with Goldstone, Picture Jasper, Bali Silver |
| | A wonderful combination of classic autumn colors in this handcrafted beaded necklace is sure to warm your heart on a cool day. The pendant is a piece of carnelian and in my imagination it is a Martian landscape! I have... .. |
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Long Green Mixed Neutral Gemstones Necklace |
| | This long handcrafted beaded necklace of mixed gemstones is 37 inches long. I have used a clasp so that it can easily be wrapped around your neck twice to form a two strand necklace. The stones are mostly green, beige and... .. |
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Love Me True Necklace |
| | Hearts aren't just for Valentine's Day. This necklace has a slight country feel to it because of the gorgeous C-Koop glass enameled heart in tones of red and purple. These colors are big for autumn! A long chain and bead... .. |
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Carved Leaf and Coconut Ring Necklace |
| | Just look at this stunning carved gemstone leaf! I love the colors - warm brown and gold with cream. I have suspended the 2 1/2" pendant from a necklace made from a chain of coconut rings. Smoky topaz Swarovski crystals,... .. |
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Unakite Wire Wrapped Donut Pendant Handmade Beaded Necklace |
| | Wire wrapping embellishes the unakite gemstone donut with fancy Egyptian coils and glass beads on this handmade beaded necklace. The wire is 24 gauge gold over copper. Unusual mauve pink glass beads and green and gold Czech faceted glass beads... .. |
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Volcanic Jasper Disks and Copper Beaded Necklace |
| | I came across these unusual pieces of what I found was called Volcanic jasper the other day. The flat gemstone disks are black with light brown veining and flecks of mauve and green. I wired them with copper and added pale... .. |
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Raku Leaf and Keishi Pearl Necklace |
| | This is the last of the gorgeous Raku leaves I bought at a bead show a number of years ago. The Raku leaf has a copper finish with iridescent teal around the edges and I have used it as a... .. |
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Bamboo Jasper, Tiger Eye and Silver Chain Pendant Necklace |
| | Nothing can beat the richness of brown tones for fall. This stunning pendant is made from bamboo jasper which features warm brown in taupe. Mixed with tiger eye and silver it makes for a versatile piece of handcrafted jewelry. The... .. |
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Antiqued Brass, Carnelian, Monaco Jasper and Bone Necklace |
| | Beautiful spiral stamped antiqued brass finished beads are the highlight of this colorful combination of bone, Monaco jasper and carnelian beads in this handcrafted necklace. This is a great color combination for fall, especially with the deep red of the... .. |
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Verisite Jasper and Italian Pendant Necklace |
| | I found this unusual pendant last year. Made in Italy the square pendant appears to be flakes of shell and other materials embedded in resin. There is a little blue-green in it so I decided to use the seafoam verisite... .. |
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Bubbly Champagne Triple Strand Citrine Necklace |
| | The effervescence of champagne is seemingly contained in this gemstone - citrine. Citrine varies in color from pale champagne gold to rich sherry. The triple-strand handmade beaded necklace features large oval citrine gemstones, citrine chips and small flat faceted citrine... .. |
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Dancing Feathers Beaded Necklace |
| | Dramatic handmade beaded necklace is made from carved horn feathers and Monaco agate with a fossil coral pendant. Browns and neutrals used in this necklace are very trendy and they mix well with both brights and pastels. Copper glass beads are... .. |
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Abalone and Hill Tribes Silver Bib Necklace |
| | Gone fishing - here's the mermaid's catch! Yes, sterling silver Hill Tribes fish - each one handmade by a member of the Karen tribe in Thailand. I have used several shapes of gorgeous iridescent abalone shell beads and sterling silver... .. |
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Abalone Shell Flower Pendant Spiral Rope Beadwork Necklace |
| | A gorgeous spiral rope beadwork chain is beautifully woven in watery shades of green and purple-blue. The beaded necklace features a carved flower abalone pendant strung on the 18" handmade spiral rope of iridescent seed beads, a truly different look. The abalone shell... .. |
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Abalone, Pearl and Hammered Copper Links Necklace |
| | I crafted this stunning handcrafted links necklace from abalone, dyed green freshwater pearls and hammered copper links. I used copper wire to hand wire the beads to the links and used hammered copper spacers between the pearls. The handcrafted beaded links necklace... .. |
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Harmony Jasper, Amethyst and Hill Tribes Silver Necklace |
| | Beautiful Thai Hill Tribes fine silver flowers adorn this handcrafted beaded necklace. Each flower is made by hand by the Karen Hill Tribes in Thailand. The handmade silver flowers are interspersed with large flat ovals of sage green and pale... .. |
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Soft Yellow Pearl and Bali Silver Pendant Necklace |
| | Perfect for a candlelit evening... A mellow yellow mother of pearl donut pendant in soft iridescent colors is fastened with a sterling silver bail and Bali silver bead. It has been strung onto a handmade beaded necklace of soft yellow... .. |
