While home for Christmas I decided to take a trip down memory lane and peruse through my mothers jewelry box. I was surprised at the vast assortments of jewelry she had collected over the years. Even more surprised that the majority of this jewelry came from my collection. Indeed my mother has been one of my biggest fans and supporters of my growing and developing jewelry line. However, I was still overcome to see my evolution in a wide collection of colors and sparkles right before me. As I began to pick up pieces I was instantly brought back in time to the bead stores I had shopped, to the estate sales I perused and the late nights spent stringing beads.
Some of these pieces were created specifically for my mother. The fun little coffee and tea charm bracelets complimented her appreciation for days spent reading a good book or laughing with friends while enjoying a good cup of coffee. The stunning pearl necklace with lavender Swarovski crystals was the perfect accessory to wear to my sisters wedding.
I enjoyed making colorful "multi-dangle" necklaces and collecting unique pendants. Thus making the majority of my jewelry unique and one of a kind.
I had created a series of bracelets that features plated silver tube beads and a fun colorful focal point. Then there are the pieces that are inspired by my love of the beach and long walks through the woods.
This was a very time consuming but eye catching statement necklace featuring amber, bronze and topaz seed beads with sparkling swarovski crystals. Each loop strung individually and then linked to the next loop creating an intricate circle necklace.
I really enjoyed looking through and taking pictures of these beautiful pieces of jewelry. I know that as I am merging into being more of a designer of precious metals and gemstones there is still room in my work for an element of that whimsical and colorful look that began with collecting beads. I am looking forward to using these design ideas from my past to create a new presence to my designs of the future.