Wire wrapping beads

Same technique of wire wrapping shown in all images below. Practically any bead can be used. Czech glass beads, pearls and Swarkowski crystals are a few shown here. All contain sterling silver chain and clasps.

Conversation pieces - clasps (From $50 and up)

Talk about a conversation piece. These clasps are sure to attract attention. They are made in India using coins, buttons, watch faces...you name it. Generally, clasps are merely functional and forgotten, but these become the centerpiece and should be worn front and center.

I have these two in stock...just waiting for the right piece. Price will be determined after beads are selected.

Cascade of tear drops (From $35 and up)

This was the first necklace that I learned how to make...it's called Cascade of Tear Drops...because all the beads are a tear shape. I wanted to make a necklace to wear on my wedding day using Swarkowski crystals, but I had to first learn how to wire wrap top-drilled beads. The necklace turned out great -- now I've started using other stones. This is my favorite style of necklace -- it looks great with V-necks. You can choose to have the toggle or lobster clasp in the back or exposed in the front.

Turquoise and smoky quartz $75

Talk about making a statement. Chunky smoky quartz beads surround a turquoise disc that was wrapped with sterling silver wire. Completed with sterling silver toggle clasp.

Coin pearls

I have an addiction to coin pearls and turquoise. Literally, drawn to them. I think coin pearls are gorgeous, because of the texture and the adbundance of colors that they come in. These are just a few of the pieces that I've created for my jewelry chest. All were created using a wire wrapping technique and sterling silver chain and clasps.

These are the colors that I have in stock right now -- bought at the last jewelry show. Price will vary according to number of pearls, the style you select and the length.

Bottle Cap Beads $40

Two vintage Sarsaparilla soda bottle caps were turned into a unique puffy bead. The look is created by flattening, soldering, forming and then triming two of the same bottle caps.

This is the first necklace that I sold using a bottle cap. Adorned with fresh water pearls and Swarkowski crystals. Sterling silver chain that closes with a sterling silver lobster clasp.

I discovered these unique "puffy" vintage bottle caps at the Mall of America in St. Paul, MN. (Click link to read article about artist). http://locallygrownnorthfield.org/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/bottlecapbeads.pdf

I currently have these bottle caps in stock.

Coin bracelet $35

Charming handcrafted sterling silver bracelet adorned with genuine coins from around the world. This one is made with silver coins from Spain, Brazil, Mexico, England and Guyana. The bracelet measures 8 inches in length and is secured with a sterling silver toggle clasp. However, it can be custom made to fit you. Just let me know if you prefer 7 or 8 inches. No two pieces are exactly alike. Most bracelets will have 9-11 coins depending on the size. If you prefer a variety, copper and gold coins can be added as well.

Chunky turquoise nugget necklace $55

Imagine wearing this gorgeous strand of natural turquoise cabochons around your neck. A cabochon is a gemstone which has been shaped and polished as opposed to faceted. The necklace measures 18 inches long and closes with a sterling silver toggle clasp. Each cabochon is generally about 3/4 inch.