Bracelets, Bracelets, Bracelets

gunmetal gray 4mm bugle beads

bronze and copper 4 mm faceted

brown and tan peyote beads

green and blue 4mm faceted

3 tones of blues in 4mm faceted

black and purple 4mm faceted

I started making these bracelets last week and just kept going!  With the exception of the bracelet with the peyote beads, the remaining bracelets are all done in a Russian Spiral.  I had lots of fun changing the accent beads in the center and watching the different colors and designs emerge.  All of these bracelets will be added to my inventory and are ready for sale.  The Russian Spirals are $18 each (two or more are $16 each) and the peyote bead bracelet is available for $20.

Wisconsin Rug

Last Saturday, a friend asked me to make a "Wisconsin" rug for her to give as a Christmas gift....I hesitated when I thought it was already the second weekend in December, but agreed to try to get it finished.  The massive snow storm that arrive Saturday night kept us grounded all day Sunday.  Monday morning arrived and the roads were still bad enough for school to be canceled.  I took full advantage of the time at home and was able to finish the rug by Monday afternoon.

Triangle Bead Necklace

This necklace is similar to two others I have posted that are sold.  I have found this pattern to be liked by many customers.  This particular necklace uses a 'bead soup' mixture of three different color triangle beads for the tubular part of the necklace.  The accent beads are tiger's eye and have lots of detail in the striations of browns and golds.  The new creation is available for $50.

Lentil Beads - my newest passion!

I have begun using 6 mm lentil beads that are drilled off center. This allows the beads to "stand up" to give the bracelet extra texture.  The top bracelet is 1 inch wide and lays flat on the arm.  The colors remind me of sea glass.  The bottom bracelet is a tube with a magnetic clasp.  The colors range from some gray to black and amethyst.  It's perfect with a plum colored sweater or blouse.  Both bracelets are available to purchase for $50 each.

Chunky Brown Free Form Bracelet

This bracelet has a 1.5 inch brown and cream colored Jasper stone in its center.  I created it for a customer who was looking for something large and chunky in fall colors.  The free form portion includes hues of brown, gold and some hints of purple.  I will be shipping it out early this week, but if anyone is interested in a similar bracelet, contact me and I'll create something specific to your likes.

Peyote Tube bracelets

I created these peyote tube bead bracelets today to replace some that I sold at the Farmer's Market this summer.  The top bracelet that closes with a magnetic clasp, combines black and deep green colors.  The bottom bracelet that closes with a metal toggle type clasp is in light brown, bronze and gold.  Both bracelets have crystal accenting the larger beads.

  These bracelets are available for purchase for $25 each, or 2 for $40.

The "Oops" Necklace

I was asked to create an original piece in these colors.  I previously posted this pendant and planned to ask the customer what type of necklace she wanted....well, it became the "Oops" necklace because she wanted a bracelet instead!  I just laughed and finished this pendant and necklace to my liking.  It is now available to be purchased for $90.

The bracelet  is what I have now created for the customer.  The center is a Paua shell instead of a stone, making it lighter weight for easy wearing.

Long Spiral Necklace

This is the longest necklace I have created so far.  I started with the yellow / gold / tan color scheme and just kept on going.  This necklace can be worn in spring to brighten up an outfit or it can be added to an autumn outfit to add warmth.  It is available to be purchased for $20.

Keeping Summer Alive with a Garden Bracelet

This is one of my favorite bracelets.  I wore one to a meeting last spring and left without it - yes, someone purchased it off my arm during the meeting!  I made this one to replace the original and a second one that was ordered in the same color scheme.  I also did a custom one with more pink in it.  I can modify the width, length and color scheme.  Custom orders for this bracelet range from $60-75, depending on personal choices.

Free form pendant

A good customer requested a free form pendant in black, silver and gold.  This is what a I made for the pendant.  I will be adding a necklace after I talk to her about what length, thickness and style she would like.  That's the fun of having a custom piece created just for you - you get to make the choices and I get to do the creation!

Vines

These vine necklaces were made with the same pattern, but the accent beads were varied.  The earthy copper tones make me think of fall.  One is spoken for, but the other is for sale.  As always, I can make you one in your choice of colors for only $12.

Triangle bead necklaces

Both of these necklaces use triangle beads.  They are difficult to find, but I love to work with them because they provide a unique look.  The necklace on the left was completed with soft edge triangle beads in a modified spiral herringbone stitch.



Both necklaces are spoken for at this time, but if you like the look of the triangle beads, send me an email and I can custom make a necklace for you in whatever colors you like for $30.



The necklace below was completed with sharp edge triangle beads also done in a modified spiral herringbone stitch.  The sharp edge triangle beads provide a more defined edging to the necklace.

Twisted bracelet

This is one pattern I have made 4 different times in different colors and some modifications.  This is the first attempt with the dark green, deep purple and a dark navy.  It is available to purchase for $40.

Custom purple necklace

This stone was given to me by a customer along with the purple beads in the necklace.  She asked that I create something from the stone and beads...this is the end result.

Free form bracelet

This bracelet has the same Paoua shell in the center as the free form necklace below.  I gave it to a good customer of mine as a way to say "thanks," but I can make something similar if anyone is interested.

Fall Rug

I started this rug last fall and just finished it for my upcoming craft show.

This free form necklace was an original design based on the color description I received for a mother-of-the-bride dress.  It has been sold, but I love the challenge of designing unique pieces for any outfit or occasion.