Creative Spurt

I finally had some time to myself today. Boy is that getting harder and harder to find. I was able to sit and make some jewelry which is truly my relaxation. I thoroughly enjoy playing with color and texture and creating something pretty. Today I created 4 somethings pretty...2 necklaces and 2 pairs of earrings.

I have had these beautiful gem grade Swiss blue topaz briolettes for quite some time. I have a pair of them and at first I thought I was going to make earrings with them but I ended up using one for this necklace. The stones are just stunning and really don't need much. I just accented with a gorgeous Akoya pearl for a simple, yet stunning necklace that can be worn everyday yet still be special.

The second necklace is an eye catcher. Part of my Sticks and Stones Series it features some truly magnificent pink Biwa pearls paired with large, smooth prasiolite (green amethyst) nuggets. Smooth gold fill rounds provide additional texture and accent.

The earrings are dainty and feminine. The first pair features sterling silver orchid posts studded with tiny, sparkly cubic zirconias. Falling below are mystic colored topaz in pink, fuchsia and green with a sterling wavy bead and a pearl. Simple yet unique.

And my final creation for the day was a lovely pair of earrings again featuring the sterling wavy bead. This time with a pearl and mystic prasiolite. Next to it is a headpin with golden apricot topaz and a prasiolite cube. On sterling leverbacks.

I had a wonderful day making my new pieces. They are in my etsy shop . So check them out, literally, heh heh.

I am participating in the Weekend Deals on etsy this week. All non - sale items in my shop are 20% off through July 6th. You can pay and I will refund you or just wait for a revised invoice. Remember too, all non - sale items always ship free; except to Italy which has a discounted $5.00 shipping charge.