Two different lengths and bead size.
Not my pic but it is now! And the caption is true for most bead enthusiasts. 🤣 Our non beading friends should see us at a beads show, or shops. 🤪
Hand cut spiny oyster and turquoise, with agate n carnelian focal stone. Copper wire n clasp. Measures 16"
Here are the mother of pearl I was working on I first post. Just love the copper!
Necklace and earrings were a gift to a sweet buddy. For privacy I cropped not to show face or name.
7 strand layered with stick coral and shells, with a compressed turquoise turtle focal. Silver over copper cone beads and a lead nickel free Pewter clasp.
Multi 5 strand 1-2mm heishi beads of compressed turquoise n coral with a sterling silver hook n eye clasp.
Messy workstation!! New necklace made of mother of pearl and glass beads!!
Great description of coral.
Just some things I strung together from beads I picked up in the southwest on my last trip out. Oh wow it's time to hit the road again. Always exciting when I'm bead hunting.
Natural raw honey n gold Amber, with Kingman mine turquoise. Sterling silver.
Contemporary Jewelry Handmade in Northern California from the Highest Quality Natural MaterialsI like using strong beading wire, mixed metals, leather, I love turquoise, shells, various gemstones, crystals, bone, ceramic, acrylic beads and good strong crimp beads are a must.There are so many product options out there.I decided to limit my products to mostly North American regions and Mexico. I remember when I first started I purchased some Chinese turquoise and wasn’t too pleased. Then I learned a few of my vendors were selling me Chinese stuff too. There are some quality gemstones mined in China. However knowing the distance traveled made me reconsider and stay within our continent. It’s a big one anyway. Jewelry making helps me relax, I find it therapeutic. My back and fingers get sore but it’s all worth it when I see someone wearing something I’ve made. Darn right Joyous!
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