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| About UsOur one-of-a-kind and limited edition artisan beaded jewelry is individually handcrafted in our studio in Los Angeles, California. We use only the finest materials available, including sterling silver, Swarovski crystal, lead- and antimony-free handmade pewter, unique artisan pendants and... .. |
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| Lydia's Adventures - Chapter IILydia returned to the here/now abruptly, with no clear recollection of how much time she’d spent dog paddling about in those blue, blue eyes. Behind her in the next booth, Gail cleared her throat loudly, and... .. |
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| You can always find something cheaper.But is is really? There is a huge supply of jewelry available online today. How does one decide where to spend their hard-earned cash...and how much cash to spend? Some jewelry sellers are hobbyists, some... .. |
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| Beaded Bracelet Watches |
| Truly unique and beautiful, Sparkle Plenty beaded bracelet watches are sure to please. Handcrafted indie artisan boutique jewelry. .. |
 Butterfly Floating Rhinestone Watch with Hand Beaded Crystal Band |
| | The butterfly-shaped watchface has several ‘floating’ clear rhinestones that shift about as your wrist moves.The ends of the butterfly’s antennae are studded with pale pink rhinestones, so that colour has been used in the Swarovski crystal beads in the band.The... .. |
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Copper Turquoise Coral Southwest Style Beaded Bracelet Watch |
| | The rectangular watch head is copper plate with an antique finish. The twisted rope design around the face seemed to suggest a Southwest theme to me, so I've added a band of red coral, chalk turquoise and lapis lazuli beads,... .. |
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Crystal Aurora Boreale Rhinestone Watch and Bracelet Watch Band |
| | The words 'bling bling' don't begin to describe the amazing sparkle of these aurora boreale rhinestones. We'd need to add a minimum of three more 'blings;' they are that dazzling. In this watch, they surround the face of a silver... .. |
 Oval Watch Face with Topaz and Violet Beaded WatchBand |
| | A little less 'girlie' than our other watches, this one has a 24x20mm oval face unadorned by rhinestones. It does have some rather handsome scrollwork, and each of the ten links in the band sports a single topaz crystal stone.... .. |
| Beaded Gifts |
| Handcrafted beaded gift ideas from Sparkle Plenty Fine Beaded Jewellery. Give a unique jewelry gift or treat yourself. Shop online for one-of-a-kind and limited edition indie artisan jewelry, gifts and fashion accessories. .. |
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'Odd Couple' Two-Tone Green Hand Beaded Keyring |
| | Swathes of deep blue green that would otherwise command attention are perfectly balanced with BRIGHT yellow green. Any more of either colour would be too much. As it stands, the beads and keyring are in perfect balance: good-looking, built to... .. |
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A TALE OF TWO KITTIES: Hand Beaded Pewter Book Mark |
| | Here's the perfect item for the person whose motto is: 'There's no such thing as too many cats.' The gorgeous pewter shepherds crook bookmark measures about 5-5/8", and has been cast from lead- and antimony-free pewter, and features images of... .. |
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BEAK HOUSE: Hand Crafted Cheyenne Stitch Pewter Bookmark |
| | Worked in tones of rust and teal, this Cheyenne stitch birdhouse is so posh it even boasts a separate guest house. Both are fringed with Swarovski crystal, and both are suspended from a not-quite 6" long hammered pewter shepherd's crook... .. |
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Berry Clusters Beaded Cellphone or Handheld Device Strap |
| | This clever little strap can be attached to a cellphone, Ipod, WII, or what-have-you, for ease in transporting. Not only that, but with it's red berry clusters and bright green leaves, it's good-looking, too! It's constructed to last, and priced... .. |
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BUTTERFLY GARDEN: Handmade Needlewoven and Cast Pewter Bookmark |
| | The gorgeous pewter shepherds' crook bookmark has been cast from lead- and antimony-free pewter, and features images of butterflies and flowers on both sides. I've made a Cheyenne stitch image (from a pattern by Dye Shelbourn) of a brightly coloured... .. |
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Card Case: Brushed Brass Encrusted with Vintage Glass and Crystal Stones |
| | Here's a posh home for your business or calling cards: a brushed brass top case encrusted with a glittering array of vintage stones. The centre stone is an oval Czech glass piece with lavender swirls against a silver mirrored background.... .. |
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Card Case: Silver Tone Embellished with Vintage Turquoise Swarovski Crystal Components |
| | Swarovski turquoise crystal stones. There's a rectangular area in the middle of the case top that's ready to receive the brushed brass plate -- after you've had it monogrammed, of course -- that attaches simply by removing the tape on... .. |
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Chihuahua Cell Phone Lanyard Zipper Pull Key Chain |
| | Ay, Chihuahua! Here's a WONDERFUL gift for fans of chihuahuas everywhere: a golden-tan chihuahua face suspended with matching beads from a handy little lanyard. The cord can be used to loop the fob through a zipper tab, a hand held... .. |
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Dalmatian Cell Phone Lanyard Zipper Pull Key Chain |
| | This little gadget is a spot-on beauty! Here's a WONDERFUL gift for fans of dalmatians everywhere: a white and black-spotted dalmatian suspended with matching beads from a handy little lanyard. The cord can be used to loop the fob through... .. |
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FASCINATING: Hand Crafted Cheyenne Stitch Pewter Bookmark |
| | FINALLY! A bookmark that dares to go boldly where no bookmark has gone before (NB: I didn't split the infinitive). Since both sides of the pewter shepherd's crook bookmark feature images of stars, planets and what I choose to see... .. |
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Gold Tone Letter Opener with Black Onyx Cabochon |
| | Here's a nifty item to solve a gift-giving problem: this gold plate letter is as useful as it is handsome. It is nearly 6" long and is set with a black onyx cabochon stone. The back is flat to allow... .. |
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Sheer Iridescent Burgundy Gift Bag with Beaded Fern Motif |
| | Planning to give your loved one an important small gift?Make it just that much MORE impressive by giving it in one of our charming beaded gift bags.This one is sheer iridescent burgundy with a lovely fern design worked in bronze... .. |
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Sheer Iridescent Royal Blue Gift Bag with Beaded Floral Motif |
| | Planning to give your loved one an important small gift?Make it just that much MORE impressive by giving it in one of our charming beaded gift bags.This one is sheer iridescent royal blue with emerald leaves, and flowers worked in... .. |
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Sheer Iridescent Silver Gift Bag with Beaded Floral Motif |
| | Planning to give your loved one an important small gift?Make it just that much MORE impressive by giving it in one of our charming beaded gift bags.This one is sheer iridescent silver grey with spring green leaves, and flowers worked... .. |
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Silver Tone Hostess Set with Green Acrylic Beads |
| | Both the knife and the fork in this hostess set are about 5" long. They're made of high quality silver plate, to which I've added contrasting gold-washed mottled green acrylic beads that bear a striking resemblance to stone. The beads... .. |
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Silver Tone Hostess Set with Red Acrylic Beads |
| | The knife is perfect for spreading soft cheese or dip onto crackers. The matching fork could be used to serve pickles or olives. Used together, the pair make a pretty cheese set. Both are about 5" long. They're made of... .. |
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SMALL PET COLLAR: Amethyst and Rose Quartz Pebbles and Silver Tone Magnetic Clasp |
| | This clever little collar is designed for your pet's comfort and safety. Should the collar catch on anything during the course of your pet's play or exercise, the magnetic clasp will release, and no harm at all will come to... .. |
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SMALL PET COLLAR: Deep, Rich Red Garnets and Silver Tone Magnetic Clasp |
| | This clever little collar is designed for your pet's comfort and safety. Should the collar catch on anything during the course of your pet's play or exercise, the magnetic clasp will release, and no harm at all will come to... .. |
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SMALL PET COLLAR: Turquoise Howlite, Coral and Silver Tone Magnetic Clasp |
| | This clever little collar is designed for your pet's comfort and safety. Should the collar catch on anything during the course of your pet's play or exercise, the magnetic clasp will release, and no harm at all will come to... .. |
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Swirly Pink Acrylic Napkin Rings Set of Six |
| | The oval beads are 20mm and 16mm long respectively, and are the palest of pale pink.Textured with swirled ribs, they're as much fun to feel as they are to look at.Please inquire for additional pieces.Strung on sturdy elastic, they're sure... .. |
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Sword-Shaped Silver Tone Letter Opener with Three Turquoise Cabochons |
| | Here's a nifty item to solve a gift-giving problem: this silver plate sword-motif letter opener is as useful as it is handsome. It is 5-1/4" long and is set with a trio of turquoise cabochon stones. The back is flat... .. |
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THE PRINTS AND THE PAW - PERS: Hand Beaded Pewter Bookmark |
| | Dogs may be man's best friend, but they hold an amazingly special place in the hearts of women, too. I know whereof I type. This bookish homage to all things 'barkly' features a Cheyenne-stitch brown and tan spaniel-type with a... .. |
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Turquoise Acrylic Southwest Style Refrigerator Magnets - Set of Six |
| | Yippie-ay-yo-cay-yay, these fridge magnets are simply too cute for words!? They are made of sturdy vintage flat acrylic figures in a lovely turquoise colour. The set of six consists of a howling coyote, a steer's head, a large (2-3/4"?x 2-1/8")... .. |
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Violet Mint Lucite Flower Napkin Rings - Set of Six |
| | The FABULOUS lucite flowers are pale translucent violet that glows gently in the light. Each is about 1-3/4" in diameter. They top rings of 5/8" mint green "Betty Rubble" pearls and smaller jade green lampwork glass beads. Beads and flower... .. |
| Beaded Hair Ornaments |
| Handcrafted beaded hair ornaments from Sparkle Plenty Fine Beaded Jewellery. Shop online for unique indie artisan boutique jewelry. Give a beautiful beaded gift or treat yourself. .. |
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Aqua-Lover's Hair Ornament: Pewter Hairpin with Glass Beaded Dangles |
| | Sparkling metallic firepolish crystal plays against translucent cane furnace glass and lampwork glass, all in lovely shades of aqua. Together they make up the dangle on this lovely hair ornament. The longest element of the dangle ends about 2" from... .. |
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BLUE HAWAII HAIR STICKS: Cobalt and Sapphire Cane Glass, Swarovski Crystal Beads, Pewter |
| | The hair sticks' exquisite texturing is as useful as it is decorative: it serves to hold the hair in place better than smooth pewter would do. The hair sticks are about 4-3/4 inches long. Each boasts a gorgeous dangle of... .. |
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Blue-Lover's Hair Ornament: Pewter Hairpin with Glass Beaded Dangles |
| | Sparkling furnace glass, lampwork glass and firepolish crystal in shades from sky blue to midnight make up the dangle on this lovely hair ornament. The longest element of the dangle ends about 1-3/4" from the 3-3/4" long hairpin. The hairpin... .. |
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Colourful Mother of Pearl Dangles on Pewter Hairpin |
| | The fun shapes and colours in the mother of pearl beads I've used in the dangles make this hair ornament bright and playful. The longest element ends about 2" from the top of the 3-3/4" hairpin. The pin is pewter,... .. |
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FIREFLY: Rose and Citrine Glass Bead Embellished Pewter Hairpin Ornament |
| | The rose, citrine and flame faceted glass beads in this stylish ornament glint and glimmer in even the least bit of light.In addition to being beautiful, the hairpin is just the thing for keeping a lady's long hair up and... .. |
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Green and Cream Wooden Hair Sticks With Silky Tassels and Bead Accents |
| | The forest green tassels have LOTS of beaded detail. Along with their beaded connectors they measure a generous 6-1/4". The matching green and cream wooden hair sticks are about 9" long, and I've topped them with pewter fleur des lis... .. |
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Hair Comb Embellished with Cornflower Blue Seed Beads Flowers and Matte Copper Bugle Bead Fans |
| | Here's a charming hair ornament: a 3" wide clear plastic comb embellished with fans of matte copper iris finish bugle beads and tiny florets of cornflower blue seed beads.The intricate and time-consuming double-needle work necessary to make the design and... .. |
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Hair Comb with Coral and Pink Seed Bead Flowers |
| | This pretty hair ornament is a 3" wide clear plastic comb embellished pink, cornflower and coral seed bead flowers and leaves of flowing matte spring green seed beads. The flower's centres are tiny 3mm and 4mm burgundy and forest green... .. |
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Long Barrette with Bronze and Coral Floral Seed Bead Design |
| | Bronze and hematite -- brightened by pearl grey and sparkling coral -- seed beads give the floral design an antique look. The flower centres are tiny 3mm and 4mm forest green and russet glass pearls. The design is similar to... .. |
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Longer Vintage French Acrylic Hair Sticks (Pair) with Beaded Floral Motif and Tassel |
| | The hair sticks themselves measure about 7-1/2" long, and were moulded of acrylic in France sometime in the 1970s. I've added a flower-and-vine motif of tiny beads individually stitched into place, and from that, a tassel of flower and leaf... .. |
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Pewter Hairpin with Deep Red and Olive Green Glass Dangle |
| | The colourful dangle on this lovely hair ornament features bright olive green lampwork glass and fire polish crystal, as well as furnace glass in shades of deep red and peridot green. The beads are securely wired to the 3-3/4" lead-... .. |
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Pewter Hairpin with Multi-Coloured Crystal Tassel |
| | The hairpin is a tad longer than 3-1/2", not counting the loop, and is cast from lead- and antimony-free pewter, making it perfect for ladies with sensitive skin.I've added a tassel of topaz, Siam ruby and various shades of blue... .. |
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Red and Cream Wooden Hair Sticks With Silky Tassels and Bead Accents |
| | The wooden portion of these spectacular beaded hair ornaments is approximately 9" long. The colour is deep red with cream mottling. I've topped them with pewter heart-shaped findings and added long tassels with lots of beaded detail. Tassels and bead... .. |
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Red Horn Hair Sticks with Carved Red Horn Flower Dangles |
| | Beautiful glowing red horn hair sticks each measure about 10" long, including the textured silver tone hourglass finding and wasabi green glass bead with which each stick is topped. I've added more green glass, sultry blue seed beads, and some... .. |
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SEVEN VEILS HAIR STIX: Ornate Brass Dangles and Light Wood Hair Sticks |
| | There are seven long curved drops on the end of each hair sticks decoration that tinkle together melodically as the wearer moves. With the exotically patterned curved and jointed plaques from which the drops dangle, it looks as if these... .. |
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Tortoiseshell Hair Comb with Sapphire Crystal Embellishment |
| | The comb is high-grade tortoise shell coloured plastic, and is quite sturdy as well as handsome.I've adorned it with an abstract garland of sapphire and light sapphire firepolish crystal and silver lined seed beads.The comb is about 3-1/2" wide and... .. |
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WHIRLIGIG HAIRPIN: Crimson Red and Gold Hair Ornament |
| | The bead embellished round ornament is about 1-7/8" in diameter and features BRIGHT red firepolish crystal and gold plate glass seed and bugle beads. The ornament is securely affixed to a sturdy hairpin that's nearly 2-1/2" long. Styled for beauty,... .. |
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Wooden Hair Sticks (Pair) with Vintage Swarovski Crystal Embellishment |
| | The hair sticks themselves measure about 4-3/4" long, and are made of a smooth reddish wood. I've added pewter fleur-de-lis embellishments at the tops, and from those I've suspended dangles of Swarovski crystal vintage vitrail medium beads. Vitrail medium is... .. |
| Beaded Lanyards & Leashes |
| Handcrafted artisan beaded ID badge lanyard necklaces and eyeglass leashes from Sparkle Plenty Fine Beaded Jewellery. These make great office gifts for your boss and co-workers or teachers. Shop online for unique and unusual indie boutique fashion accessories. .. |
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Beaded Badge Lanyards |
| | Handcrafted artisan beaded ID badge lanyard necklaces from Sparkle Plenty Fine Beaded Jewellery. These make great office gifts for your boss and co-workers or teachers. Shop online for unique and unusual indie boutique fashion accessories. .. |
| AUTUMN FLAME: Gold and Orange Mix Beaded Unisex Lanyard Necklace, ID Badge Holder, Keyring |
| | | A lovely mix of opaque, pearly, matte, and transparent, the gold and flame beads in this lanyard necklace are as spectacular as any bonfire. I've added some "Bali silver lookalike" accents, a big split ring, and a clip to make... .. |
| BLUE STAR: Opaque Royal Blue and Clear/Blue Crystal Beaded Unisex Lanyard Necklace, ID Badge Holder, Keyring |
| | | The crystal accents in this royal blue beauty are called 'Cathedral Beads.' They have faceted sides and textured ends that are enameled in royal blue, giving them a super-rich look. I've added some Bali silver look-alike pewter beads, a large... .. |
| BUMBLEBEE: Black Striped Goldenrod Glass Seed Bead Unisex Lanyard Necklace ID Badge or Key Holder |
| | | Here's proof positive that the lanyard can be a playful as the lanyard-maker: I've used first-quality Czech opaque goldenrod seed beads with black stripes, and hand cast lead- and antimony-free pewter accents, strung on sturdy nylon-coated cable, to make a... .. |
| CORAL REEF: Multi Coral Beaded Unisex Lanyard Necklace, ID Badge Holder, Keyring |
| | | A lovely mix of opaque, pearly, matte and transparent, the coral beads in this lanyard necklace are tropical in the extreme. I've added some "Bali silver lookalike" accents, a big split ring, and a clip to make the world's most... .. |
| DECO AQUA: Matte Black and Satin Aqua Beaded Unisex Lanyard Necklace, ID Badge Holder, Keyring |
| | | The 4mm opaque aqua accent beads are reproductions of beads that were popular in the 1930s. They have a satiny finish that was popular in Art Deco design. It was also typical in Art Deco pieces to team colours like... .. |
| DECO ROSE: Matte Black and Satin Rose Beaded Unisex Lanyard Necklace, ID Badge Holder, Keyring |
| | | The 4mm opaque rose accent beads are reproductions of beads that were popular in the 1930s. They have a satiny finish that was popular in Art Deco design. It was also typical in Art Deco pieces to team colours like... .. |
| GRASSLANDS: Bright Green Mix Beaded Unisex Lanyard Necklace, ID Badge Holder, Keyring |
| | | A lovely mix of transparent and silver-lined beads, the colours in this lanyard necklace are simply dazzling: peridot, mint, chartreuse, spring green ... it's got it all. I've added some "Bali silver lookalike" accents, a big split ring, and a... .. |
| GREEN NYMPH: Opaque Kelly Green and Clear/Green Crystal Beaded Unisex Lanyard Necklace, ID Badge Holder, Keyring |
| | | In this playful green lanyard necklace, the crystal accents are called 'Cathedral Beads.' They have faceted sides and textured ends that are enameled in kelly green to match the opaque seed beads from which the necklace is made. I've added... .. |
| HAIL COLUMBIA: Red, Blue and Clear Beaded Unisex Lanyard Necklace, ID Badge Holder, Keyring |
| | | Show your patriotism by wearing this stylish lanyard made of clear and frosty glass beads striped with red and blue. I've added some "Bali silver lookalike" pewter accents, a big split ring, and a clip to make the world's most... .. |
| HEATHER: Multi Frosted Lavender Beaded Unisex Lanyard Necklace, ID Badge Holder, Keyring |
| | | Many different shades of lavender go together to make this misty and mysterious colour-scape.All the glass beads in this unisex lanyard necklace have a matte frosted finish that ties the look together beautifully.I've added some "Bali silver lookalike" pewter accents,... .. |
| LILAC TIME: Lavender Mix Beaded Unisex Lanyard Necklace, ID Badge Holder, Keyring |
| | | A lovely mix of opaque, pearly and matte, the lavender beads in this lanyard necklace are pastel at its best. I've added some "Bali silver lookalike" accents, a big split ring, and a clip to make the world's most versatile... .. |
| MELON SALAD: Lt Green, Salmon and Red Beaded Unisex Lanyard Necklace, ID Badge Holder, Keyring |
| | | Cantaloupe, honeydew and watermelon colours in clear and frosty beads are a refreshing mix in this unisex lanyard necklace.I've added some "Bali silver lookalike" pewter accents, a big split ring, and a clip to make the world's most versatile necklace.... .. |
| MIDNIGHT: Dark Blue Mix Beaded Unisex Lanyard Necklace Badge Holder Keyring |
| | | Styled for beauty and constructed for comfort and durability, our beaded lanyard necklaces are massively useful items. A mix of first-quality Czech opaque iris, silver-lined and transparent dark blue glass seed beads, and hand cast lead- and antimony-free pewter accents,... .. |
| Multi Red Beaded Unisex Lanyard Necklace, Keyring, ID Badge Holder |
| | | Styled for beauty and constructed for comfort and durability, our beaded lanyard necklaces are massively useful items. A mix of first-quality Czech matte, silver-lined and transparent red seed beads, and hand cast lead- and antimony-free pewter accents are strung on... .. |
| RAINFOREST: Dark Green Mix Beaded Unisex Lanyard Necklace Badge Holder Keyring |
| | | Styled for beauty and constructed for comfort and durability, our beaded lanyard necklaces are massively useful items. A mix of first-quality Czech opaque, silver-lined and transparent dark green glass seed beads, and hand cast lead- and antimony-free pewter accents are... .. |
| ROSE GARDEN: Pink Mix Beaded Unisex Lanyard Necklace Badge Holder Keyring |
| | | Styled for beauty and constructed for comfort and durability, our beaded lanyard necklaces are massively useful items. A mix of first-quality Czech opaque iris, silver-lined and transparent pink glass seed beads, and hand cast lead- and antimony-free pewter accents are... .. |
| SNOW QUEEN: White Silvery Clear Mix Beaded Unisex Lanyard Necklace, ID Badge Holder, Keyring |
| | | A lovely mix of opaque, pearly and silvery clear, the beads in this lanyard necklace sparkle like icicles against fresh-fallen snow. I've added some "Bali silver lookalike" accents, a big split ring, and a clip to make the world's most... .. |
| SPRING SKY: Light Blue Beaded Unisex Lanyard Necklace Badge Holder Keyring |
| | | Styled for beauty and constructed for comfort and durability, our beaded lanyard necklaces are massively useful items. A mix of first-quality Czech light blue and green aqua opaque seed beads, and hand cast lead- and antimony-free pewter accents are strung... .. |
| SUNSHINE: Multi Yellow Beaded Unisex Lanyard Necklace Badge Holder Keyring |
| | | Styled for beauty and constructed for comfort and durability, our beaded lanyard necklaces are massively useful items. A mix of first-quality Czech opalescent, silver-lined and opaque yellow and gold glass seed beads, and hand cast lead- and antimony-free pewter accents... .. |
| THUNDERCLOUD: Gray and Black Mix Beaded Unisex Lanyard Necklace, ID Badge Holder, Keyring |
| | | A lovely mix of opaque, pearly and matte, the gray and black beads in this lanyard necklace are as majestic as any storm clouds could be. I've added some "Bali silver lookalike" accents, a big split ring, and a clip... .. |
| WINE COUNTRY: Rich Red and Purple Tones Beaded Unisex Lanyard Necklace, ID Badge Holder, Keyring |
| | | Purples, reds, and rose-line aqua glass beads blend together to make this unisex lanyard necklace.Together the colours make one think of harvest season in wine country, with its heat and heady scents ... I've added some "Bali silver lookalike" pewter... .. |
| WINTER WONDERLAND: White, Silver, Blue Mix Beaded Unisex Lanyard Necklace, ID Badge Holder, Keyring |
| | | A lovely mix of opaque and pearly white, and silvery clear, plus frosty matte blue; the beads in this lanyard necklace are the very essence of winter. I've added some "Bali silver lookalike" accents, a big split ring, and a... .. |
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Beaded Eyeglass Leashes |
| | Handcrafted artisan beaded eyeglass leash necklaces from Sparkle Plenty Fine Beaded Jewellery. These make great office gifts for your boss and co-workers or teachers. Shop online for unique and unusual indie boutique fashion accessories. .. |
| Apple Green Beaded Eyeglass Tether Eyeglass Leash Eyeglass Holder |
| | | First-quality Czech citrine yellow seed beads lined with dark green; the resulting colour is a refreshing shade of apple green. Seed beads and the large silver plate accent beads are strung on sturdy nylon-coated cable.Styled for beauty and constructed for... .. |
| Cobalt Blue Beaded Eyeglass Tether Eyeglass Leash Eyeglass Holder |
| | | First-quality Czech glowing cobalt blue seed beads and hand-cast lead- and antimony-free pewter beads are strung on sturdy nylon-coated cable. Unisex style for men or women.Styled for beauty and constructed for comfort and durability, our beaded 32" eyeglass holders are... .. |
| Coral Beaded Eyeglass Tether Eyeglass Leash Eyeglass Holder |
| | | Citrine yellow seed beads lined with berry red: the resulting colour is a fiery coral, as exotic as any tropical atoll. Seed beads and the large silver plate accent beads used in this eyeglass tether are strung on sturdy nylon-coated... .. |
| Dark Green Multi Beaded Eyeglass Leash |
| | | First-quality Czech transparent, opaque and silver-lined seed beads in various shades of dark green are strung on sturdy nylon-coated cable. This would make a wonderful gift for a teacher.Styled for beauty and constructed for comfort and durability, our beaded 32"... .. |
| Gray Multi Beaded Eyeglass Leash |
| | | First-quality Czech opaque and colour-lined gray seed beads are strung on sturdy nylon-coated cable.Styled for beauty and constructed for comfort and durability, our beaded 32" eyeglass holders are massively useful items. Neutral tones for men or women.Rubberized plastic loops adjust... .. |
| Matte Black Beaded Eyeglass Tether Eyeglass Leash Eyeglass Holder |
| | | First-quality Czech matte black seed beads and hand-cast lead- and antimony-free pewter beads are strung on sturdy nylon-coated cable. Styled for men or women.Styled for beauty and constructed for comfort and durability, our beaded 32" eyeglass holders are massively useful... .. |
| Mauve Beaded Eyeglass Tether Eyeglass Leash Eyeglass Holder |
| | | First-quality Czech aqua seed beads lined with dark pink. The resulting colour is a rich, pleasing mauve. Seed beads and the large silver plate accent beads are strung on sturdy nylon-coated cable.Styled for beauty and constructed for comfort and durability,... .. |
| Orchid Beaded Eyeglass Tether Eyeglass Leash Eyeglass Holder |
| | | First-quality Czech clear seed beads lined with orchid pink. Seed beads and the large silver plate accent beads are strung on sturdy nylon-coated cable.Styled for beauty and constructed for comfort and durability, our beaded 32" eyeglass holders are massively useful... .. |
| Peridot Multi Beaded Eyeglass Leash |
| | | First-quality Czech matte, transparent and silver-lined seed beads in shades of mint and peridot are strung on sturdy nylon-coated cable.Styled for beauty and constructed for comfort and durability, our beaded 32" eyeglass holders are massively useful items.First-quality Czech matte, transparent... .. |
| Ruby and Rose Multi Beaded Eyeglass Leash |
| | | First-quality Czech matte, opaque and silver-lined seed beads in shades of ruby and rose are strung on sturdy nylon-coated cable.Styled for beauty and constructed for comfort and durability, our beaded 32" eyeglass holders are massively useful items.Rubberized plastic loops adjust... .. |
| White and Silver Eyeglass Tether Eyeglass Leash Eyeglass Holders |
| | | First-quality Czech white, clear and silver-lined clear seed beads are strung on sturdy nylon-coated cable.Styled for beauty and constructed for comfort and durability, our beaded 33" eyeglass holders are massively useful items.Rubberized plastic loops adjust to hold your spectacles securely,... .. |
| White, Clear, Blue Beaded Eyeglass Tether Eyeglass Leash Eyeglass Holder |
| | | First-quality Czech opaque and pearly white, transparent and silvery clear, and frosty blue seed beads, and hand-cast lead- and antimony-free pewter beads are strung on sturdy nylon-coated cable.Styled for beauty and constructed for comfort and durability, our beaded 32" eyeglass... .. |
| Beaded Pins & Brooches |
| Handcrafted beaded pins and brooches from Sparkle Plenty Fine Beaded Jewellery. Give a unique jewelry gift or treat yourself. Shop online for one-of-a-kind and limited edition indie artisan boutique jewelry, gifts and fashion accessories. .. |
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Art Moderne Jet, Cobalt, Silver Brooch with Vintage Austrian Crystal and Czech Glass |
| | I think this brooch looks like the stylized flowers used in Japanese design in the 1950s.The centre is a pointed jet black Swarovski crystal, circled by flat trapezoidal Czech glass beads in cobalt blue and jet black.The outer ring is... .. |
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CRYSTAL FANTASY: Double Brooch of Red and Jet Swarovski and Firepolish Crystal and Seed Beads |
| | Here's a fashion-forward piece to make your heart beat a little faster: two round brooches identical in style, but one about three-fourths the size of the other.The larger is worked in concentric circles of 4mm red and jet Swarovski crystal... .. |
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Emerald and Peach Crystal Brooch |
| | Here's a big, sparkly brooch made with emerald green and peach crystal stones and beads.The centre stone is vintage Czech glass (it shows its age in minor ways), while the surrounding stones are old (I'm not sure just how old)... .. |
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Fringed Vintage Japanese Dichroic Glass Bar Pin |
| | The dichroic glass bar was made in Japan in the Nifty Fifties, and is a lovely violet colour with TONS of silver foiling shining through.I've added a frame of silver plate glass seed beads, and a whimsical fringe of silver... .. |
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Green Aventurine and Aqua Crystal Fringed Victorian Style Brooch |
| | The 30x40mm oval cabochon is misty green aventurine, set in a bezel made of pearl white sead beads.I've added some sparkling "zing" with silver lined gold seed beads and 3mm aquamarine Czech firepolish crystals.The long fringe features the same seed... .. |
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Limoges Floral Brooch with Embroidered Seed Bead Frame |
| | The 1-1/2" by 1-1/8" oval cabochon is marked "Limoges" on the back (I had just enough foresight to scan the back before making the brooch; see the second picture).It is porcelain, and its front is painted with a charming bouquet... .. |
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Rose Givre Swarovski Crystal Beaded Brooch |
| | Here's a big, sparkly brooch made with vintage Swarovski crystal rose givre mountings and beads.The term "givre" refers to elements that have the rose colour swirled into the clear base.There are also some solid colour beads here: vintage West German... .. |
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Swarovski Crystal Siam Ruby, Violet and Light Azore Embroidered Brooch |
| | The background of this little sparkler is quite subtle: a combination of 3mm and 4mm violet and palest aqua ("light Azore") Swarovski crystal bicone beads, and silvery glass seed beads.The Siam ruby floral focal and matching 3mm bicone beads in... .. |
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TIGER TIGER: Tigereye Brooch with Fancy Seed Bead Bezel Setting |
| | The velvety tigereye cabochon is about 1" in diameter, and is surrounded by a fancy bezel of black,gold and matte copper coloured seed beads. I've also added a simple looped fringe of the same seed beads to make a piece... .. |
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Victorian Style Amethyst, Light Amethyst, Fuchsia Crystal Brooch Pin Broach |
| | About 2-1/8" in diameter, this sparkling beauty is made with Swarovski crystal light amethyst 3mm and 4mm bicone beads, Swarovski crystal fuchsia 3mm round and 4mm bicone beads, and Czech amethyst fluted glass drops and a swirled round centre.The pieces... .. |
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Victorian Style Red Quartz, Ruby Jade and Bronze Pearl Fringed Brooch |
| | The 30mm diameter red quartz cabochon is dyed to achieve the colour, but it is quartz, so there is a subtle sparkle of copper particles in its depths.I've set it in a bezel of faceted bronze seed beads and embroidered... .. |
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Vintage Faceted Swarovski Crystal Ruby Red Brooch with Clear Iridescent Seed Bead Fringe |
| | The fabulous rectangular Swarovski crystal stone was made about 40 years ago.The colour is ruby, which may best be described as "dark fuchsia" rather than as a true red.As with all Swarovski stones, the faceting is precise, the foiling is... .. |
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Vintage Swarovski Vitrail Dark Rhinestone and Lucite Trumpet Flower Brooch |
| | The five vintage lucite frosty clear trumpet flowers have a matte finish, all the better to set off the Great, BIG -- nearly 1/2" -- Swarovski rhinestones in their throats.The flowers are both wired and bonded to a sturdy brass... .. |
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Wedgewood Green Floral Cameo Brooch |
| | The 40 x 30mm cabochon is actually acryllic, but it is the exact colour and texture of Wedgewood's green creamic compound.Really, the only "give-away" that this is not really Wedgewood is that it is so very light weight.I've framed it... .. |
| Beaded Rings |
| Fabulous, handcrafted beaded artisan cocktail rings from Sparkle Plenty Fine Beaded Jewellery. Give a beautiful, unique jewelry gift or treat yourself. Shop online for one-of-a-kind and limited edition indie boutique jewelry. .. |
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Coral and Emerald Domed Woven Beaded Ring |
| | This exotic dome ring is made up of concentric circles of coral Swarovski crystal and Czech glass beads, along with emerald and clear silver lined seed beads. It's topped with a 5mm Czech firepolish crystal in emerald with a silver... .. |
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Glowing Seed Bead Woven Ribbon Ring: Crimson and Emerald |
| | I've used tiny Japanese seed beads that glow like nothing on earth in this intricate ribbon ring.The background is a golden sand colour and the edging is opaque bronze.Down the centre there's a band of stylized crimson flowers and deep... .. |
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Peridot Woven Ring with Glass Seed Bead Embellishment |
| | The 3mm round beads that form the basis of the ring are peridot gemstone which I've woven together. The lacey outer loops are tiny faceted emerald green seed beads. There's a bit of "give" in the fit: it should work... .. |
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Sapphire and Ice Blue Crystal Royal Dome Beaded Ring |
| | The 4mm firepolish crystal beads that form the basis of the ring are sapphire and pale ice blue, both with a sparkling aurora boreale finish. I've woven them together using silver lined cobalt blue seed beads. The result is a... .. |
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Siam Ruby and Violet Swarovski Crystal Hand Beaded Adjustable Right Hand Cocktail Ring |
| | Sparkling Swarovski crystal pendants in dramatic Siam ruby red and feminine pale violet have been painstakingly attached to the adjustable silver plate findings. The pendants are nestled in a nest of dark green lustred seed beads and tiny violet crystal... .. |
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Swarovski Crystal Aurora Boreale Hand Beaded Adjustable Right Hand Cocktail Ring |
| | Two sizes of sparkling Swarovski crystal aurora boreale pendants have been painstakingly attached to the adjustable silver plate findings. The pendants are nestled in a nest of pale violet lustred seed beads and crystal AB bicone beads. With the aurora... .. |
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Vintage Dark Green Acrylic Flower with Swarovski Sapphire Crystal Centre TOESY POSY FLOATING TOE RING |
| | Dark Green Vintage Flower Floating Toe Ring. The charming 18mm flower was made in West Germany in the late 1950s. It is moulded acrylic, and is a vibrant dark green. I've added a 6mm sapphire Swarovski crystal flower to the... .. |
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Vintage Pearl White TOESY POSY FLOATING TOE RING Acrylic Flower with Swarovski Fuchsia Crystal Centre |
| | The charming 18mm flower was made in West Germany in the late 1950s. It is moulded acrylic, and is a glowing pearlescent white. I've added a 6mm Swarovski fuchsia crystal flower to the centre. Through both the flower beads I've... .. |
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Vintage Violet Acrylic Flower TOESY POSY FLOATING TOE RING with Swarovski Tanzanite Crystal Centre |
| | Vintage Acrylic Violet Flower Floating Toe Ring. The charming 18mm flower was made in West Germany in the late 1950s. It is moulded acrylic, and is a twinkling, bright violet. I've added a 6mm Swarovski tanzanite crystal flower to the... .. |
| Bracelets |
| Gorgeous, handcrafted beaded bracelets from Sparkle Plenty Fine Beaded Jewellery. Give a beautiful, unique bracelet as a gift or treat yourself. Choose from fabulous jewelry created from the finest materials. Shop online for one-of-a-kind and limited edition indie artisan jewelry... .. |
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'LUCKY' Copper and Olivene Faceted Glass Charm Bracelet |
| | Dainty copper chain supports dangles of faceted olive green glass beads and copper clad pewter letters that spell out the word 'LUCKY.' The nearly 7-1/2" bracelet closes with a copper lobsterclaw.The longest charm ends 1-1/4" below the chain.I suppose the... .. |
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'LUCKY' Pewter and Siam Ruby Red Faceted Glass Charm Bracelet |
| | Dainty silver tone chain supports dangles of faceted bright red glass beads and pewter letters that spell out the word 'LUCKY.' The 7-1/2" bracelet closes with a lobsterclaw.The longest charm ends 1-1/4" below the chain.I suppose the question you must... .. |
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Amber and Topaz Vintage Lampwork Glass and Crystal Chunky Beaded Bracelet |
| | The spectacular foil-core lampwork discs were made in Japan in the early 1950s. Each was individually made over an open flame, so no two are exactly alike. They are all quite beautiful and all in perfect condition, despite their advanced... .. |
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AMERICAN BEAUTY BRACELET: Hand Painted Vintage White Acrylic Cuff |
| | Environmental artist Leslie Jean has taken a vintage white acrylic cuff bracelet and painted it with brilliant red roses and olive green leaves. The beautiful pattern is done free hand, is absolutely one-of-a-kind, and completely beautiful. The cuff is about... .. |
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Amethyst and Chrysolite Crystal Chunky Bracelet |
| | This 7-1/2" bracelet is made with big, chunky 10mm faceted amethyst crystal tubes and nuggets of pale green crystal with clouds of the palest lavender suspended in their depths. Separating the two larger beads are tiny lavender roundels. The bracelet... .. |
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ARABESQUE: Jeweltone Needlewoven Cuff Bracelet |
| | Here's a VERY shiny silver plate cuff that's been sandwiched between a needlewoven front and a midnight blue velvet back.The needleweaving is Ndbele stitch done in jeweltone seed beads in a romantic pattern reminiscent of 'The 1001 Nights.' With the... .. |
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BEADED RIBBON BRACELET: Silver Foiled Amethyst Lampwork Focal, Seed Beads, and Sterling Silver |
| | The centrepiece is a beautiful amethyst ruffly lampwork bead that's alive with silver foil within the glass. I've added a wealth of lavender and fuchsia mixed seed beads yoked into a band by larger silvery beads. The band is further... .. |
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BEADED RIBBON BRACELET: Silver Foiled Rose Lampwork Focal, Seed Beads and Sterling Silver |
| | The centrepiece is a beautiful light rose ruffly lampwork bead that's alive with silver foil within the glass. I've added a wealth of pink and lavender mixed seed beads yoked into a band by larger amber beads. The band is... .. |
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Blue Bangle with Ivory Netting, Pink PomPom Flowers and Emerald Leaves |
| | The bangle itself is made of lightweight sky blue acrylic.I've netted around it with Ivory and rose seed beads, and added an embellishment of emerald leaves and pompom flowers: a large one in fuchsia, and a smaller one in Cheyenne... .. |
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Bracelet of Vintage Austrian Crystal Buttons and Pink Glass Pearls |
| | Three sparkling silver plate buttons, prong set with Swarovski clear crystal rhinestones, team up with lustrous pale pink 8mm glass pearls in this spectacular bracelet. The buttons are vintage, probably from the 1950s. The fabulous silver plate rhinestone clasp is... .. |
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Butterfly Floating Rhinestone Watch with Hand Beaded Crystal Band |
| | The butterfly-shaped watchface has several ‘floating’ clear rhinestones that shift about as your wrist moves.The ends of the butterfly’s antennae are studded with pale pink rhinestones, so that colour has been used in the Swarovski crystal beads in the band.The... .. |
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CASBAH: Gold Clad Clamper Bracelet With Vintage Crystal Embellishment |
| | Embellished with a pair of bronze-washed deco-style glass cabochons from the 1930s, plus LOTS of Swarovski crystal jet black crystal rhinestone chain, this clamper bracelet was simply born to be a vamp.The outer surface of the bracelet is textured to... .. |
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Cobalt and Peridot Needlewoven Bracelet with Butterfly Applique |
| | Beguiling little butterflies and a bright green leaf are wired into place on this surprisingly flexible beauty of a bracelet. The base of the bracelet is a ladder of wide cobalt blue bugle beads, and the sides of the bracelet... .. |
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Copper Turquoise Coral Southwest Style Beaded Bracelet Watch |
| | The rectangular watch head is copper plate with an antique finish. The twisted rope design around the face seemed to suggest a Southwest theme to me, so I've added a band of red coral, chalk turquoise and lapis lazuli beads,... .. |
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Crystal Aurora Boreale Rhinestone Watch and Bracelet Watch Band |
| | The words 'bling bling' don't begin to describe the amazing sparkle of these aurora boreale rhinestones. We'd need to add a minimum of three more 'blings;' they are that dazzling. In this watch, they surround the face of a silver... .. |
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Crystal Clear and Frosty Light Sapphire Ribbon Bracelet -- Spring Morning Elegance |
| | This versatile beauty is made with crystal clear and frosty matte light sapphire Czech glass bicone beads, needlewoven together for maximum flexibility.The colours are reminiscent of the sky on a May morning. The bracelet is about 3/4" wide by 7-1/4"... .. |
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Crystal Wrapped Green Faux Pearl Bracelet |
| | The vintage acrylic pearls are a whopping 20mm in diameter. Five of them are wrapped with tiny silvery seed beads and 3mm light Colorado topaz round Swarovski crystal beads, then strung together with 6mm crystals of the same colour. The... .. |
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CUPID'S KISS BRACELET: Red Glass Heart Charms and 14Kt Gold Fill Chain |
| | Transparent red glass heart charms dangle from a high quality 14Kt gold fill bracelet to make the epitome of a gift of love. The larger hearts are 10x9.5mm, while the smaller are 6x6mm. The bracelet measures 7-1/2" long, and closes... .. |
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DAWN IN THE ROSE GARDEN CUFF BRACELET: Vintage Glass and Crystal on Pierced Brass |
| | The centre stone is vintage Czech glass from the late 1940s. It has a wonderful pebbly texture, and changes colour from aqua through lavender to palest pink as light plays across its surface. I've surrounded it with vintage fuchsia Swarovski... .. |
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Deep Red Vintage Channel Set Crystal Bracelet |
| | There are three very old (1920s at the latest) deep red glass cabochons, approximately 12mm in diameter, and channel set in brass. The face of each has been moulded in a rose motif, while the back is perfectly flat. I've... .. |
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DRAGON'S EYE BRACELET: Handcarved Serpentine and Blue Onyx Beads |
| | The four tile beads are intricately carved misty green serpantineDespite their size (about 3/4" long by 5/8" wide by 1/4" thick), they are quite lightweight, for the carving artist has obligingly hollowed them out.I've tipped one on edge in the... .. |
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ECLECTIC ELEMENTS BRACELET: Vintage Violet Gold-Accented Acrylic Beads |
| | The acrylic nuggets are a gorgeous shade of deep violet, with gold-washed indents.I've spaced them with 8mm matte lilac glass beads and gold clad roundels.The gold tones add a sparkly counterpoint to the beads' soft glow.The overall length is about... .. |
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EIRLYS' TANZANITE BRACELET: Three-Strand Swarovski Tanzanite Crystal with Sterling Silver |
| | Named for one of my favourite customers, for whom the original was disigned in a different colour, this stunner features alternating 6mm bicone and round Swarovski crystal beads in luscious tanzanite.The spacer bars and tube clasp are sterling silver, and... .. |
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FIRE AND ICE BRACELET: Swarovski Crystal Light Siam Ruby Cubes and Clear Bicones |
| | This ribbon bracelet features a base of 6mm Swarovski crystal light Siam ruby cubes, flanked on either side by a fringe of 3mm and 4mm clear bicones and 4mm light Siam ruby cubes.This lacey lovely is a generous 8" long,... .. |
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FLAME TREE BRACELET: Hand Painted Vintage White Acrylic Cuff |
| | Environmental artist Leslie Jean has taken a vintage white acrylic cuff bracelet and painted it with bright orange blossoms and olive green leaves and stems. The beautiful pattern is done free hand, is absolutely one-of-a-kind, and completely beautiful. The cuff... .. |
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Floral Applique on Matte Copper Glass Bugle Bead Bracelet |
| | Charming little blossoms and leaves are wired into place on this surprisingly flexible beauty of a bracelet.The base of the bracelet is a ladder of matte copper bugle beads with a rosey iris finish to them.The sides of the bracelet... .. |
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Fossil Coral and Copper Hand Crafted Bracelet |
| | With its beachy colour and anemone-shaped markings, fossil coral is the very embodiment of summer. This bracelet uses graceful flat 18x12mm oval fossil coral beads, spaced with 20x14mm oval hammered copper oval links from which 6mm fossil coral beads are... .. |
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FOUR LEAF CLOVER BRACELET: Emerald and Crysolite Swarovski Crystal and Sterling Silver |
| | As rich and dramatic as Swarovski Crystal's emerald colour is, their crysolite colour is charming and feminine; so the two play off each other rather well. The sterling silver bead frames made me think of four-leaf clovers, what with their... .. |
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Garnet and Green Turmaline Crystal Chunky Bracelet |
| | This 7-3/4" bracelet is made with big, chunky 10mm faceted garnet crystal tubes and spiral faceted ovals of deep green turmaline crystal beads. Separating the two larger beads are tiny bronze-coloured firepolish crystal roundels. The bracelet closes with a dainty... .. |
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GOING IN CIRCLES NEEDLEWOVEN BRACELET: Firepolish Crystal and Multi-Coloured Seed Beads |
| | Six ruffly circles of seed beads and Czech firepolish crystal are stitched together to make this 7-3/4" beauty. Each of the circles is a different combination of the corals, steel blue, peridot, and reds. The bracelet closes with a dainty... .. |
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Green Line Jasper and Copper Bracelet |
| | The warmth of copper meets the rich, velvety markings of green line jasper beads in this lovely bracelet.The chain and 15mm rings are pure copper, not plate, so you need never worry about an underlayment wearing through.The beads are 25mm... .. |
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Green Turmaline and Montana Sapphire Vintage Swarovski Crystal Channel Set Bead Bracelet |
| | This bracelet is made of eight great BIG vintage (12mm diameter) Swarovski crystal discs, each one channel set in brass. I've alternated the colour sequence between green turmaline -- a rich piney green -- and a dusky navy blue called... .. |
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Gunmetal Cuff Bracelet with Golden Jade Accents |
| | I'm not certain what metal the cuff is made of, but I can tell you that it is gunmetal in colour and quite sturdy. I've set the three floral embellishments with 5/8" diameter cabochons of golden jade. The cuff is... .. |
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HEARTS AFIRE BRACELET: Vintage Flame-Coloured Swarovski Crystal With Sterling Silver Hearts and Quartz Coins |
| | Vintage Swarovski crystal in a flame colour they call hyacinth fits neatly into the centres of the three sterling silver circles of hearts.The crystal beads are flat rounds (often called 'aspirin beads'), with an astounding aurora boreale finish.The quartz coins... .. |
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Iron Magnesite Bracelet: Beautiful Blue and Green Swirls |
| | The iron magnesite coin-shaped beads in this bracelet are a deep blue-green colour with splashes of mustard gold and swirls of darker earth tones. The beads measure about 7/8" in diameter. I've added roundels of chalk turquoise and cobalt blue... .. |
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ISLAND GIRL: Handpainted Hawaiian Theme Clear Acrylic Cuff |
| | Hand painted in shades of translucent purple, this lovely young lady looks out at the world from the centre of a vintage clear acrylic cuff. A single opaque red hibiscus blossom adorns the lady’s flowing tresses. This gorgeous and imaginative... .. |
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Jade and Golden Metal Bead Bracelet |
| | Three curved tubes of highly polished jade alternate with spiral textured gold clad beads to form a bracelet fit for a Manchu princess. The 7-1/2" bracelet closes with a gold clad safety catch. Rich and romantic, it won't set you... .. |
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Lavender opal and Garnet Vintage Glass Chunky Beaded Bracelet |
| | The garnet coloured bias-drilled cubes measure roughly 16mm corner-to-corner, and were made in Czechoslovakia in the 1930s. The light amethyst rounds are 12mm in diameter, and are vintage West German opalescent glass. A vintage Japanese silver plate rose motif slide... .. |
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LOTUS BRACELET: Glowing Needlewoven Three-Panel Beauty |
| | The lotus is a symbol of transcendence, as its roots are in the mud of a lake bottom, but its blossom floats upon the water and is pure and beautiful. This original SPARKLE PLENTY pattern strives to capture that transcendence... .. |
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Madeira Topaz and Green Turmaline Vintage Swarovski Crystal Channel Set Bead Bracelet |
| | This bracelet is made of eight great BIG vintage (12mm diameter) Swarovski crystal discs, each one channel set in brass. I've alternated the colour sequence between Madeira topaz -- a rich coppery amber -- and a piney green called green... .. |
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Malachite and Silver Plate Chinese Motif Bracelet |
| | Tiny ovals of dark green malachite are bonded to the larger silver plate ovals in this beautiful linked bracelet. The fronts of the oval stations are embossed with a Chinese flower-and-leaf motif. The 7-1/2" bracelet closes with a foldover clasp.... .. |
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Multicolour Swarovski Crystal Rhinestone Harem Bracelet |
| | Swarovski Crystal rhinestones in various pastel shades have been prong-set in gold tone cup chain to make the particolour rhinestone chain.Then I've come along and and cunningly cut and attached the chain so it may be worn in a variety... .. |
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Multistrand White Freshwater Pearl and Garnet Bracelet |
| | This triple strand bracelet is made with 6mm round white freshwater pearls, demure garnet chunks, and beautiful faceted garnet and sterling silver stations. The bracelet is a tad longer than 7-1/2", and closes with a sterling silver leaf hook clasp.... .. |
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Multistrand White Freshwater Pearl and Iolite Bracelet |
| | This triple strand bracelet is made with 6mm round white freshwater pearls, mysterious iolite roundels, and beautiful faceted iolite and sterling silver stations. The bracelet is a tad longer than 7-1/2", and closes with a sterling silver leaf hook clasp.... .. |
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Multistrand White Freshwater Pearl and Peridot Bracelet |
| | This triple strand bracelet is made with 6mm round white freshwater pearls, impertinent faceted peridot roundels, and beautiful faceted peridot and sterling silver stations. The bracelet is nearly 8" long and closes with a sterling silver leaf hook clasp. Flexible,... .. |
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Needle Woven Butterfly Harem Bracelet Slave Bracelet |
| | Shades of deep emerald, rich bronze, and misty green seed beads and Swarovski crystal went into the making of this exotic beauty. Made to wrap twice around the wearer's wrist, the strap is about 16" long, and closes with a... .. |
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Old Rose and Light Rose Ribbon Bracelet -- Bali Sunset Elegance |
| | This flexible beauty is made with transparent old rose and light rose Czech glass bicone beads, needlewoven together for maximum flexibility.The colours are reminiscent of an exotic South Asian sunset. The bracelet is about 3/4" wide by 7-1/4" long.It closes... .. |
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Olivine and Montana Sapphire Vintage Swarovski Crystal Channel Set Bead Bracelet |
| | This bracelet is made of eight great BIG vintage (12mm diameter) Swarovski crystal discs, each one channel set in brass. I've alternated the colour sequence between Montana sapphire -- a dusky navy blue -- and a rich olive green called... .. |
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Opalescent Rose and Jet Black Ribbon Bracelet -- Art Deco Elegance |
| | This flexible beauty is made with opalescent rose and jet black Czech glass bicone beads, needlewoven together for maximum flexibility.The colours are reminiscent of those used in art deco design. The bracelet is about 3/4" wide by 7-1/4" long.It closes... .. |
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Opaque Turquoise and Jet Black Ribbon Bracelet -- Art Deco Elegance |
| | This flexible beauty is made with opaque turquoise and jet black Czech glass bicone beads, needlewoven together for maximum flexibility.The colours and diagonal stripes are reminiscent of art deco design. The bracelet is about 3/4" wide by 7-1/2" long.It closes... .. |
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OUT OF AFRICA BRACELET: African Turquoise Pillow and Hematite Round Beads |
| | So-called 'African turquoise' is not turquoise at all, but a form of jasper.It's easy to see how it gained its nickname, for the interesting dark grey veining is reminiscent of turquoise.This stone is a sophisticated grey-green colour, and the cut... .. |
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Oval Watch Face with Topaz and Violet Beaded WatchBand |
| | A little less 'girlie' than our other watches, this one has a 24x20mm oval face unadorned by rhinestones. It does have some rather handsome scrollwork, and each of the ten links in the band sports a single topaz crystal stone.... .. |
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PAGODA: Ametrine Faceted Disc Bracelet |
| | The flawlessly faceted ametrine discs are pale lavender that shades into delicate yellow.Since both amethyst and citrine are varieties of quartz, it's not surprising to find them growing in the same matrix.The cut on these beads is faintly reminiscent of... .. |
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Pink, Red and White Coral Flower Bouquet Bracelet |
| | Red, white and pink carved coral flowers are woven into charming bouquets in this lightweight summer bracelet. Between the flower bunches are 5mm and 6mm coral round beads that match the flowers. The gold en flexible cable on which the... .. |
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POLYNESIAN PARADISE CHARM BRACELET: Peridot Green Pearls, Red Glass Drops, and Sterling Silver Chain |
| | Bright -- nearly neon -- green top-drilled freshwater pearls join interesting red glass drops in this beaded charm bracelet. The drops are paddle-shaped and have a hint of olive green swirling through them. Together with the pearls and the glowing... .. |
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RAINTREE FRINGE BRACELET: Peridot, Sunstone and Sterling Silver |
| | Bright, sparkling peridot and glowing sunstone ovals vie with each other for the viewer's attention in this eye-catching fringe bracelet.The oval stones have been swagged and finged onto a sturdy sterling silver chain with swathes of seed beads in colours... .. |
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RED HOT BRACELET: Opaque Red Glass Heart Charms and Sterling Silver Chain |
| | Opaque red glass heart charms look just like cinnamon candies! There are a dozen of them, roughly 8x8mm, dangling from sterling silver cable chain. The 7-5/8" bracelet closes with a sterling silver lobster claw. We're red hot and raring to... .. |
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SAMARKAND: Jeweltone Needle Woven Cuff Bracelet |
| | The pattern has an exotic, vaguely Oriental feel to it and is worked in the Ndbele (herringbone) stitch, using bright jewel toned seed beads. The finished piece was sewn, pillowslip-fashion, to a piece of Ultrasuede, a brass cuff bracelet was... .. |
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SEA LAVENDER BRACELET: Hand Painted Vintage White Acrylic Cuff |
| | Environmental artist Leslie Jean has taken a vintage white acrylic cuff bracelet and painted it with charming purple blooms and emerald stems. The beautiful pattern is done free hand, is absolutely one-of-a-kind, and completely beautiful. The cuff is about 2"... .. |
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SHANGHAI ORCHID BRACELET: Black Lampwork Beads With Stunning Flowers and Leaves |
| | The beads in this charming bracelet were made specifically for SPARKLE PLENTY.Each is handmade over an open flame, and each has a jet black core encased in clear glass.Just below the smooth surface is a pattern of graceful green and... .. |
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SILVER ROSES BRACELET: Rhodochrosite and Sterling Silver Rose-and-Leaf Links |
| | The beautiful rhodochrosite roundels are polished to a glossy sheen. They're a rosey pink with swirls of paler colours. I've connected them with sterling silver links moulded in the shape of roses with leaves on either side. The 7-1/2" bracelet... .. |
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SONOMA SUMMER BRACELET: Sterling Silver, Amethyst and Peridot |
| | The graceful sterling silver links are curved to resemble vines with bunches of grapes on either side. I've dangled 6mm peridot beads from the centres of four of them. The links are joined together by faceted amethyst roundels that measure... .. |
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Spiral Bracelet: Coppper, Emerald and Olivene Beads |
| | The beauty of this bracelet is in the spiral design. That's not to say that the beads are anything to sneer at; they're quite lovely in their own right. The focal beads are tiny copper ovals with swirly incised patterns.... .. |
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Spiral Bracelet: Frosty White and Turquoise, and Colorado Topaz Swarovski Crystal Beads |
| | The beauty of this bracelet is in the spiral design. That's not to say that the beads are anything to sneer at; they're quite lovely in their own right. The focal beads are Swarovski Crystal 3mm Colorado topaz bicones. They're... .. |
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Spiral Bracelet: Gold and Topaz Glass Seed Beads, and Tiny Red Party Beads |
| | The beauty of this bracelet is in the spiral design. That's not to say that the beads are anything to sneer at; they're quite lovely in their own right. The focal beads are Chinese red acrylic 3mm rounds with tons... .. |
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Spiral Bracelet: Sapphire, Amethyst and Twinkling Rose Beads |
| | The beauty of this bracelet is in the spiral design. That's not to say that the beads are anything to sneer at; they're quite lovely in their own right. The focal beads are Czech sapphire firepolish crystal. They're flanked by... .. |
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SPRING DAY BRACELET: Vintage Acrylic Opaque Turquoise and Spring Green Oval Beads |
| | This lightweight lovely is made with vintage West German acrylic beads in cool, comfortable shades that will go with a myriad of colours.Each bead is framed with a sparkling lacey silver clad cap, and the 8-3/8" strand closes with a... .. |
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Sterling Silver Leaf Links and Faceted Moonstone Bead Bracelet |
| | It's well known that moonstone gained its name for the glow that comes from its depths. When it's faceted, as these 9mm long triangular moonstones are, they sparkle, too. Think of it: glow and sparkle, all in one little neat... .. |
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SWEET HEARTS: Pink Copper Enamel Heart Charms and Glass Drops Bracelet |
| | Vintage pink copper enamel hearts alternate with frosty pink faceted glass teardrops in this most charming of charm bracelets. The robust copper chain is about 7-1/2" long and closes with a sturdy foldover clasp. The hearts are approximately 12x15mm, and... .. |
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TIGER TIGER BRACELET: 10mm Round Tigereye Beads and Pewter Vertebrae Spacers |
| | Here's a bracelet with a bit of a different look: tigereye fashioned into 10mm round beads that have been polished to a velvety glow, alternated with pewter spacers in the shape of vertebrae.The pewter pieces were cast especially for SPARKLE... .. |
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Topaz and Blue Violet Crystal Chunky Bracelet |
| | This chunky 8" bracelet is made with vintage 14mm faceted topaz crystal tubes spaced with great, big dark blue violet firepolish crystal roundels. The bracelet closes with an ornate vintage gold plate rhinestone-studded slide clasp. It's absolutely stunning ... and... .. |
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Turquoise Swarovski Crystal and Peridot Vintage Roses Montees Bracelet |
| | Silvery lavender seed beads join turquoise Swarovski crystal beads and vintage West German peridot green crystal roses montees in this intricate bracelet. The turquoise beads are 4mm and 6mm rounds, and the roses montees are about 5mm in diameter. The... .. |
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TWINKLE TWINKLE BRACELET: Vintage Black Acrylic Beads Set with Multicoloured Swarovski Crystal Rhinestones |
| | The beads are made of black acrylic, moulded with interesting curvy ridges and set on both sides with Swarovski crystal rhinestones in random colours.I've spaced them with matching 4mm Swarovski crystal bicones in various shades, in an attempt to be... .. |
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Ultramarine and Frosty Aqua Ribbon Bracelet -- South Seas Elegance |
| | This flexible beauty is made with ultramarine and frosty matte aqua Czech glass bicone beads, needlewoven together for maximum flexibility.The colours are reminiscent of summer seas. The bracelet is about 3/4" wide by 7-1/4" long.It closes with a silver clad... .. |
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VICTORIA BRACELET: Needlewoven Old Rose Crystal Beads and Vintage Art Nouveau Clasp |
| | The star of this show is the clasp. It's from the dearly 1900s, and features a translucent rosey coloured glass stone that has been moulded in a floral pattern. I've used it to close a needlewoven bracelet of spiral-cut firepolish... .. |
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Vintage Ruby and Frosty Lavender Glass Bracelet |
| | This eight inch bracelet is made with big, chunky 12mm frosty light amethyst glass rounds and matching 16mm bias-drilled cubes; and nuggets of ruby red crystal. The bracelet closes with a dainty ornate vintage silver plate slide clasp. It's absolutely... .. |
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Vintage Deep Red AB Swarovski Crystal and Light Amethyst Roses Montees Bracelet |
| | The dark red beads with the aurora boreale finish are vintage Swarovski crystal. Both bicones and rounds measure 7mm. The 5mm light amethyst roses montees are vintage West German crystal. I've woven the larger beads together using swathes of silvery... .. |
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Vintage Swarovski Crystal Emerald Chatons Montees and Wine Glass Pearls Bracelet |
| | Deep and mysterious, the emerald green of these marquise-cut crystal stones must be seen to be believed.Only Swarovski Crystal could produce a colour this intense.The stones are prong-set in brass cups.The chatons montees -- as they are called -- were... .. |
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Vintage West German Art Deco Green Glass 2-Hole Bead and Austrian Navy Crystal Bracelet |
| | These moulded glass 2-hole beads were made in West Germany just after WWII. I've tried my best to think of a fancier name for the colour, but honesty has won out: they are pea green. And they look simply grand... .. |
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Vintage West German Light Rose Aurora Boreale Art Deco Bead Bracelet |
| | Variously called "Art Deco" beads and "Butterfly" beads, these moulded glass beauties are among the most feminine shapes in bead-dom. Moulded to look as if they've been faceted, they would be oval if the long sides were curved instead of... .. |
| Dog and Cat Accessories |
| Fantastic finds for Fido and Fluffy ... and for the humans who love them. Dog and Cat accessories for the furry pet friends in your life. Handmade by Sparkle Plenty, of course. .. |
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A TALE OF TWO KITTIES: Hand Beaded Pewter Book Mark |
| | Here's the perfect item for the person whose motto is: 'There's no such thing as too many cats.' The gorgeous pewter shepherds crook bookmark measures about 5-5/8", and has been cast from lead- and antimony-free pewter, and features images of... .. |
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Cheyenne Stitch Striped Fluffy Cat Earrings |
| | Worked in shades of chestnut, ivory and matte grey, these fluffy cat earrings were inspired by my own cat, Punim. See the second image to judge how well I've represented him. The earrings are considerably lighter in weight than the... .. |
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Chihuahua Cell Phone Lanyard Zipper Pull Key Chain |
| | Ay, Chihuahua! Here's a WONDERFUL gift for fans of chihuahuas everywhere: a golden-tan chihuahua face suspended with matching beads from a handy little lanyard. The cord can be used to loop the fob through a zipper tab, a hand held... .. |
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Dalmatian Cell Phone Lanyard Zipper Pull Key Chain |
| | This little gadget is a spot-on beauty! Here's a WONDERFUL gift for fans of dalmatians everywhere: a white and black-spotted dalmatian suspended with matching beads from a handy little lanyard. The cord can be used to loop the fob through... .. |
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FISH DINNER CLOISONNE PENDANT NECKLACE AND EARRINGS SET: White and Copper Cats and Fish with Gold and Turquoise Accents |
| | A trio of kitty faces adorn the rectangular cloisonne focal, and seem to be licking their whiskers over the tasty meal dangling below them: three cloisonne fish. I've used the smaller fish in the earrings, teamed up with a pair... .. |
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Handmade Lampwork Glass Fantasy Cat Face Earrings - Kool Kat! |
| | These handmade cat face beads seem to agree with a long-held belief of mine that cats have eyes in the backs of their heads. Certainly these beads do, for the faces appear on both sides. The base of the bead... .. |
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Handmade Lampwork Glass Siamese Cat Face Earrings - Too Cute! |
| | These incredibly cute felines are a testament to what can be done with just a few neutral colours. The artist has used just a few dashes of opaque black and white over transparent grey to produce these expressive faces. Although... .. |
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POOCH POUCH: The Perfect Dog Walking Accessory |
| | When walking your dog, you often end up with your pockets stuffed full of dog treats, plastic bags, and puppy-waste retrieval devices. NOT much of a fashion statement, nor is it terribly convenient for you to retrieve the wanted item.... .. |
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SMALL PET COLLAR: Amethyst and Rose Quartz Pebbles and Silver Tone Magnetic Clasp |
| | This clever little collar is designed for your pet's comfort and safety. Should the collar catch on anything during the course of your pet's play or exercise, the magnetic clasp will release, and no harm at all will come to... .. |
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SMALL PET COLLAR: Deep, Rich Red Garnets and Silver Tone Magnetic Clasp |
| | This clever little collar is designed for your pet's comfort and safety. Should the collar catch on anything during the course of your pet's play or exercise, the magnetic clasp will release, and no harm at all will come to... .. |
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SMALL PET COLLAR: Turquoise Howlite, Coral and Silver Tone Magnetic Clasp |
| | This clever little collar is designed for your pet's comfort and safety. Should the collar catch on anything during the course of your pet's play or exercise, the magnetic clasp will release, and no harm at all will come to... .. |
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THE PRINTS AND THE PAW - PERS: Hand Beaded Pewter Bookmark |
| | Dogs may be man's best friend, but they hold an amazingly special place in the hearts of women, too. I know whereof I type. This bookish homage to all things 'barkly' features a Cheyenne-stitch brown and tan spaniel-type with a... .. |
| Earrings |
| Gorgeous, handcrafted beaded earrings from Sparkle Plenty Fine Beaded Jewellery. Give beautiful and unique earrings as a gift or treat yourself. Choose from fabulous jewelry created from the finest materials. Shop online for one-of-a-kind and limited edition indie artisan jewelry... .. |
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Amazonite and Red Agate Framed Teardrop Earrings |
| | Pale green-aqua African amazonite faceted drops show to advantage when framed by glowing russet red agate teardrops.I've added a 4mm round amazonite bead above, and a matching 3mm to the 14 kt gold fill French wire.The earrings measure about 2"... .. |
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AMETHYST A-GO-GO EARRINGS: Multi-Stone and Sterling Silver |
| | I simply fell in love with these light amethyst 'go-go' cut beads: doughnut shapes with off-centre holes. Each of these earrings features go-go beads, one with black onyx, the other with a peridot bead filling its centre. The go-gos are... .. |
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Amethyst and Tangerine Lightweight Capiz Shell Double Disc Earrings |
| | In these eye-catching earrings, the 20mm capiz shell disc has been dyed amethyst purple, and the 13mm disc is BRIGHT tangerine; the colours are reminiscent of a tropical sunset.Together with their surgical steel French hooks they're still nearly weightless! Overall... .. |
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Amethyst Murano Glass Disc Earrings |
| | Rich amethyst hand blown murano glass discs measure about 25mm (a bit less than 1") in diameter, by 8mm thick. The beads have swirls of sparkling metallic copper, black and plum. The opulent look is completed with copper beadcaps and... .. |
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ANN OF HESSE CHANDELIER EARRINGS: Sterling Silver and Amethyst Faceted and Cabochon Stones |
| | Different cuts and settings give the amethyst stones in these earrings different colours.All of them work together beautifully.The central fleurs des lis stations feature faceted stones, while the sterling silver French hooks and the drops are bezel-set with cabochons.From the... .. |
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ART DECO DELIGHT EARRINGS: Sterling Silver, Marcasite, and Erinite AB Swarovski Crystal |
| | Wonderful long earrings boast chevrons of sterling silver studded with Swiss marcasite and sparkling Swarovski crystal 4mm round misty green beads.I've added fringes of the same beads and marcasite drops, and suspended the earrings from sterling silver French hooks with... .. |
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Art Deco Style Black, Gold and Cobalt Chandelier Earrings |
| | Tiny cobalt blue glass beads glow with an arctic fire above vintage Czech acrylic black points. The design of the gold plate chandelier stampings is typical of the art deco era. The longest of the dangles ends about 3-1/2" below... .. |
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Baroque Jet Swarovski Crystal Earrings |
| | Three handsome baroque cut jet black Swarovski crystal pendants grace each of these sterling silver earrings. The centre pendant measures 22 x 16mm, while the outer pendants are 16 x 12mm. They dangle from sturdy, high-quality sterling silver 20mm-diameter hinged... .. |
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Baroque Ruby Swarovski Crystal Chandelier Earrings |
| | Three lovely ruby red baroque cut Swarovski crystal pendants grace each of these sterling silver earrings. The centre pendant measures 22 x 16mm, while the outer pendants are 16 x 12mm. They dangle from sturdy, high-quality sterling silver 20mm-diameter hinged... .. |
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BELLE DAME EARRINGS: Vintage Rhinestone Set White Moonglow Acrylic Balloon Beads and Swarovski Crystal Fringe |
| | I am blessed to remember my grandmothers, as beautiful, fun-loving and wildly eccentric a pair of old ladies as ever there was.When I saw these fabulous old acrylic beads, they put me in mind of my grandmothers at once.The beads... .. |
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BIRD OF PARADISE EARRINGS: Swarovski Fuchsia Champagne and Sun Crystal Beads |
| | Golden orange 4mm Swarovski crystal bicone crystals cascade from vintage silver plate connectors in these stunning chandelier earrings.The fringe elements end in 6mm Swarovski round fuchsia champagne crystals.The earrings dangle a total of 2-3/8" from the tops of their sterling... .. |
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Blue Violet and Citrine Swarovski Crystal Earrings |
| | The big, beautiful blue-violet crystal drops are made by Swarovski's Strass chandelier parts deivision. I've teamed them up with Swarovski crystal 10mm rounds in citrine yellow and Turkish sterling silver earring hooks with filigree heart details. The finished earrings dangle... .. |
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Blushing Lilies Vintage Glass Earrings |
| | Transparent light rose glass beads and upside-down drops are paired with translucent rose swirled floral caps to make these lovely Edwardian-style earrings. They dangle about 2-7/8" from the tops of their 14 kt gold fill European style findings. These are... .. |
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Bordeaux and Olivine Swarovski Crystal Earrings |
| | The big, beautiful bordeaux crystal drops are made by Swarovski's Strass chandelier parts division. I've teamed them up with Swarovski crystal 10mm rounds in olive green and Turkish sterling silver earring hooks with filigree heart details. The finished earrings dangle... .. |
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Bunny Rabbit Needlewoven Earrings |
| | Each tiny glass bead in these buck-toothed bunnies has been individually stitched in place.The result is a lightweight earring that's fun to wear and a sure-fire attention-getter into the bargain.Each earring measures about 2-3/4" from the top of its surgical... .. |
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BYZANTIUM EARRINGS: Gold-Washed Amethyst Crystal Beads and Clear Rhinestone Set Findings |
| | The vintage 8mm amethyst Swarovski crystal beads have a 24 kt gold half coat, and are regally topped with gold-clad crystal rhinestone studded crowns.The long gold tone French wire (a thin wire coil) is punctuated with a pair of 4mm... .. |
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Capri Blue, Citrine and Chrysolite Cane Glass and Swarovski Crystal Dangle Earrings |
| | Bright citrine yellow, pale chrysolite green and Capri blue Swarovski crystal beads combine with brightly coloured cane glass (called 'furnace glass') in these sparkling earrings. In each earring, the longest of three dangles ends about 1-3/4" below the top of... .. |
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CARDINAL EARRINGS: Needlewoven Winter Birds |
| | Glowing red seed beads have been individually stitched into place to make these charming symbols of winter and Yuletide. I've suspended them from gunmetal lever back findings (since gunmetal contains nickel, I'll gladly change the findings to sterling silver for... .. |
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CATHERINE OF LOMBARDY CHANDELIER EARRINGS: Sterling Silver and Rainbow Moonstone Faceted and Cabochon Stones |
| | Different cuts and settings give the moonstones in these earrings different colours.All of them work together beautifully.The central fleurs des lis stations feature faceted stones, while the sterling silver drops are bezel-set with cabochons.From the tops of the ornate sterling... .. |
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CELTIC KNOT EARRINGS: Sterling Silver and Sunny Gold Glass Pearls |
| | Sterling silver 17x14mm celtic knot charms steal the show in these 1-3/4" long earrings. The post findings are also sterling silver, and are also shaped as celtic knots. Between the sterling silver pieces dangle 4mm and 6mm pale gold glass... .. |
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Champagne Lavender Glass Leaf Earrings |
| | Light amethyst leaves with a hint of sparkle and a serrated edge of metallic gold make these Czech glass pendants quite the prettiest things in the forest. They're lightweight and incredibly detailed: perfect for earrings. One small bead connects them... .. |
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Cherry "Quartz" and Ruby "Jade" Chandelier Earrings |
| | So-called cherry quartz is not natural stone, but a glass product (not just mine; ALL cherry quartz is ersatz), and thus does not have the durability of stone. Ruby jade is dyed serpentine (but I've tested mine rigourously, and it... .. |
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Cheyenne Stitch Striped Fluffy Cat Earrings |
| | Worked in shades of chestnut, ivory and matte grey, these fluffy cat earrings were inspired by my own cat, Punim. See the second image to judge how well I've represented him. The earrings are considerably lighter in weight than the... .. |
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Citrine, Peridot, Sun, and Hyacinth Cane Glass and Swarovski Crystal Dangle Earrings |
| | Peridot, orange ('sun') and flame ('hyacinth') Swarovski crystal beads combine with citrine coloured cane glass (called 'furnace glass') in these sparkling earrings. In each earring, the longest of three dangles ends about 2-1/8" below the top of a sterling silver... .. |
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Cobalt and Hyacinth Cane Glass and Swarovski Crystal Dangle Earrings |
| | Cobalt blue and flame ('hyacinth') Swarovski crystal beads combine with brightly coloured cane glass (called 'furnace glass') in these sparkling earrings. In each earring, the longest of three dangles ends about 2 1/4" below the top of a sterling silver... .. |
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Cobalt Blue Murano Glass Disc Earrings |
| | Deep cobalt blue hand blown murano glass discs measure about 25mm (a bit less than 1") in diameter, by 8mm thick. The beads have swirls of sparkling metallic gold, black and rich caramel. The opulent look is completed with golden... .. |
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Colourful Rose and Aqua Flower Dangle Earrings |
| | Tiny enameled aqua and rose flowers and peridot leaves are set with sparkling rhinestones. They dangle from wires on which are threaded deep green seed beads and co-ordinating Swarovski crystal beads. The longest dangle ends about 3" below the top... .. |
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Copper Butterfly Earrings with Vintage Swarovski Chrysolite Crystal |
| | The gorgeous copper findings are contemporary, but the pale green ('chrysolite') Swarovski crystal beads are over fifty years old. The latter are so-called 'aspirin beads,' because they are flattened rounds, vaguely reminiscent of a pill shape. The aurora boreale finish... .. |
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Crimson and Plum Lightweight Capiz Shell Double Disc Earrings |
| | Beautiful translucent capiz shell takes and holds dye in the most fabulous of summer colours!In these charming earrings I've used bright red 20mm and royal purple 13mm capiz shell discs. Together with their surgical steel French hooks they're still nearly... .. |
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Crystal and Pearl Sterling Silver Hinged Hoop Earrings: Aurora |
| | Deep green and palest yellow glass pearls set off Swarovski crystal olive green and Siam ruby red bicone beads to advantage. The beads dangle from sterling silver hinged hoop findings, with the longest fringe element ending about 2-1/2" below the... .. |
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Crystal and Pearl Sterling Silver Hinged Hoop Earrings: Twilight |
| | Pale rose and dusty lilac glass pearls set off Swarovski crystal light amethyst and purple velvet bicone beads to advantage. The beads dangle from sterling silver hinged hoop findings, with the longest fringe element ending about 2-1/2" below the top... .. |
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CRYSTAL BUTTON EARRINGS: Vintage Mint Green Dangles |
| | What could be more refreshing than wintergreen?As a colour, it cools in summer, and in winter reminds us that spring will follow. Wintergreen is the colour of these near-sphere drops, which began life as buttons. They are roughly 12mm in... .. |
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CRYSTAL BUTTON EARRINGS: Vintage Sapphire Dangles |
| | The cool, regal sapphire blue drops in these glorious earrings are bell-shaped, and began life as buttons.They have interesting linear facets that make them twinkle enticingly.I've added a contemporary Swarovski 8mm crystal bicone to make earrings that fall about 2"... .. |
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DAHLIA EARRINGS: Handpainted Glass Beads and More |
| | The large glass diamond-shaped beads are a tomatoe-y red, which might seem an unlikely colour on which to paint bright fuchsia and purple dahlias.I keep staring at them and telling myself that the colours cannot possibly work, and yet the... .. |
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Dark Sapphire Faceted Glass and Sterling Silver Filigree Chandelier Earrings |
| | Two sizes of curly sterling silver filigrees dangle from sterling silver French wires in these ultra-feminine earrings.I've added dark sapphire faceted glass drops to the bottom and matching Swarovski crystal 4mm bicones to the findings.The earrings measure a tad more... .. |
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DOMINA EARRINGS: White Freshwater Pearls and Vintage Amethyst Glass Drops |
| | The long amethyst glass drops are faceted on the backs and edges, and flat on the fronts.They sparkle and flash in the least bit of light. I've topped them with large white freshwater pearls, and dangled this delightful duo from... .. |
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Dragonfly Earrings: Tiny Charms with Transluscent Light Amethyst Wings |
| | These itty bitty silverplate dragonfly charms pack a great BIG visual wallop!Not only are the light amethyst wings transluscent, but each body is set with a pair of sparkling clear rhinestones.The tails are made from the daintiest of ball chain,... .. |
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Earrings with Vintage Fluted Opaque White and Lilac Blush Glass Drops |
| | I've added beautifully detailed gold clad pewter bead caps to the vintage glass drops and beads in these classy earrings. Both beads and drops were made in Czechoslovakia in the late 1950s. The drops are opaque white, and the beads... .. |
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EAST WIND EAR THREADERS: Stacked Sapphire Roundels and Sterling Silver |
| | The very essence of 'bling bling,' the sapphire roundels in these threaders are faceted, graduated and alternated with sterling silver beads to make pendants roughly 1-1/8" long. Each pendant is suspended from a sterling silver ear threader. The sapphires range... .. |
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ELEANOR OF CASTILE CHANDELIER EARRINGS: Sterling Silver and Garnet Cabochons |
| | Beautiful, dark and mysterious, garnets are one of nature's loveliest gemstones.Here they are represented in smooth cabochons, bezel-set in beautifully embellished sterling silver drops and findings.The earrings measure about 3 inches from the tops of their French hooks to the... .. |
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FEBRUARY BIRTHSTONE: Amethyst Gemstone Sterling Silver Linear Earrings |
| | Sterling silver settings are handworked by craftsmen born to the trade. Both the earwires and the drops are set with glowing amethyst cabochons. The two elements are joined by 4mm round amethyst beads. The earrings dangle 2" from the tops... .. |
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FLEUR EARRINGS: Clear Firepolish Crystal Chandeliers |
| | Long jointed tassels of clear firepolish crystal beads are suspended from pewter "flower" findings in these charming "shoulder duster" chandelier earrings. The longest fringe element ends nearly 3-3/4" below the top of the sterling silver French hook. The beads in... .. |
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FLORAL HOOP FRINGE EARRINGS: Vintage Frost White Acrylic Flowers and Sterling Silver |
| | The charming 18mm flowers were made in West Germany in the late 1950s. They're a charming frosty white colour.I've strung them onto a pair of sterling silver hoops and added some equally frosty blue glass drops and fine sterling silver... .. |
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FLORAL HOOP FRINGE EARRINGS: Vintage Violet Acrylic Flowers and Sterling Silver |
| | The charming 18mm flower was made in West Germany in the late 1950s. They're a pretty, feminine violet colour.I've strung them onto a pair of sterling silver hoops and added some pearly glass drops and fine sterling silver chain to... .. |
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Fuchsia and Jet Cane Glass and Swarovski Crystal Dangle Earrings |
| | Jet black and fuchsia Swarovski crystal beads combine with brightly coloured cane glass (called 'furnace glass') in these sparkling earrings. In each earring, the longest of three dangles ends about 2" below the top of a sterling silver lever back... .. |
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Fuchsia Carved Shell Flowers Double Drop Earrings |
| | Two sizes of shell flowers, both dyed deep, romantic fuchsia pink, and both intricately detailed in their carving, are suspended from sterling silver leverback findings. I've used fine silver wire hidden within muted grey-green seed beads. The longer of the... .. |
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Garnet and Sterling Silver Ornate Linear Earrings |
| | The sterling silver settings are all handworked by craftsmen born to the trade. Earwires, links and drops are all set with glowing garnet cabochons. The earrings dangle 2-3/8 inches from the tops of their earwires to the bottoms of their... .. |
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Gold and Clear Glass Seed Bead and Bugle Bead Long Fringed Needlewoven Earrings |
| | Gold and clear glass seed beads and bugle beads are woven and fringed into a spectacular party piece in these eye-catching earrings.Each is a masterpiece of intricate and time-consuming work.From the top of each gold plate French hook to the... .. |
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Gold Wide Round Lightweight Go-Go Lace Earrings |
| | Not quite 2" in diameter, the gold plate discs are stamped from sheet metal making them light as a cloud. They've been pierced in a lacy pattern and with a large off-centre hole to make a shape known as 'go-go.'... .. |
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GRAPEVINE EARRINGS: Handpainted Glass Beads and More |
| | light amethyst grapes and sage green leaves have been painted by hand onto both sides of black rectangular glass beads. I've added matching green glass cat's eye and light amethyst faceted glass roundels to make earrings that dangle a tad... .. |
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GYPSY MOON: Exotic Stamped Silver Wide Round Earrings |
| | These spangly, dangly earrings are as beautiful as they are lightweight. They're made from silver plated brass that's been stamped into an art nouveau pattern of swirls and paisley. The discs are a full 60mm (a bit less than 2-1/4... .. |
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Hammered Sterling Silver and Caribbean Blue Opal Swarovski Crystal Geometric Earrings |
| | Caribbean blue opal is a fabulously rich shade of semi-opaque ultramarine. With the faceting that the good folks at Swarovski Crystal have given it, it positively glows. In each earring, I've surrounded a 6mm round crystal bead with a halo... .. |
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Hand Beaded Colourful Turtle Earrings |
| | These seafaring turtles are a bright and cheerful addition to anyone's wardrobe, but are especially appropriate for the lady who likes the tropics. They are worked in shades of emerald, peridot, coral, topaz and taupe. They dangle just 2-1/4" from... .. |
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Handmade Lampwork Glass Fantasy Cat Face Earrings - Kool Kat! |
| | These handmade cat face beads seem to agree with a long-held belief of mine that cats have eyes in the backs of their heads. Certainly these beads do, for the faces appear on both sides. The base of the bead... .. |
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Handmade Lampwork Glass Siamese Cat Face Earrings - Too Cute! |
| | These incredibly cute felines are a testament to what can be done with just a few neutral colours. The artist has used just a few dashes of opaque black and white over transparent grey to produce these expressive faces. Although... .. |
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Handpainted Forest Green and Rose Ceramic Boho Earrings with Floral Fringe |
| | The ceramic doughnuts are both formed and painted by hand, thus each is completely unique. The playful floral pattern appears on both sides. I've added a fringe of seed beads, leaves and flowers in hues to compliment the painted pattern.... .. |
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Handpainted Ivory and Coral Ceramic Boho Earrings with Floral Fringe |
| | The ceramic doughnuts are both formed and painted by hand, thus each is completely unique. The playful floral pattern appears on both sides. I've added a fringe of seed beads, leaves and flowers in hues to compliment the painted pattern.... .. |
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Heather and Red Cane Glass and Swarovski Crystal Dangle Earrings |
| | Amethyst and light Siam ruby Swarovski crystal beads combine with transparent, and striped transparent coloured cane glass (called 'furnace glass') in these sparkling earrings. In each earring, the longest of three dangles ends about 2" below the top of a... .. |
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HIBISCUS FLOWER EARRINGS: Teal, Royal and Purple Carved Coconut Shell |
| | The fronts of these lightweight, large earrings have been carved into stylised petals, and painted in shades of tanzanite, teal, royal blue and sunset gold. The backs of the flowers are curved and perfectly smooth for comfortable wearing. They're made... .. |
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Hyacinth, Sun and Jonquil Cane Glass and Swarovski Crystal Dangle Earrings |
| | Intense flame ('hyacinth'), a tangerine colour named 'sun,' and pale jonquil yellow Swarovski crystal beads combine with brightly coloured cane glass (called 'furnace glass') in these sparkling earrings. In each earring, the longest of three dangles ends about 2-1/8" below... .. |
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JEANNE OF NAVARRE CHANDELIER EARRINGS: Sterling Silver and Garnet Faceted and Cabochon Stones |
| | In these earrings, different cuts and settings give the garnet stones -- the birthstone for January -- different colours.All of them work together beautifully.The central fleurs des lis stations feature faceted stones, as do the sterling silver post findings, while... .. |
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Jet and Jonquil Cane Glass and Swarovski Crystal Dangle Earrings |
| | Jet black and pale yellow Swarovski crystal beads combine with transparent, opalescent, and frosty matte coloured cane glass (called 'furnace glass') in these sparkling earrings. In each earring, the longest of three dangles ends about 2" below the top of... .. |
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KASHMIR BLUE EARRINGS: Cobalt Blue Enameled Rhinestone Studded Dangles |
| | There you are, alone with your love on a hill in romantic Kashmir, under a midnight sky littered with glittering stars ... These earrings are every bit as romantic as the moment. They were made in Kashmir, of brass, expertly... .. |
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Lampwork Glass Blue and White Asian Lady Earrings |
| | Now here's a pair of pretty girls. They've been individually made over an open flame, so each is unique. They are alike in their opaque white skirts and opalescent sky blue tunics; in their youthful pony tails, and swallow's wing... .. |
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Lampwork Glass Geisha Face with Red Ribbon Earrings |
| | Charming lampwork glass geisha face beads make the most beguiling earrings imaginable. The ladies have serene expressions, and tidy little hair-dos embellished with red and yellow glass 'ribbons.' I've added red glass and chalk white Swarovski crystal bead accents, and... .. |
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Lapis Lazuli Caged Earrings |
| | Undrilled 8mm lapis lazuli spheres are held securely in a tear-drop shaped cage of twisted gold plate wire. I've added a 4mm lapis bead to connect the cages to 14 kt gold fill French hooks. The earrings measure a hair... .. |
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Light Sapphire Crystal Art Nouveau Style Linear Earrings |
| | The 15x12mm briolette drops are faceted glass, in a pale blue that will make you think of morning skies in May.The matching beads are Swarovski crystal.The beads are separated by a pewter station fashioned in a stylised festoon that was... .. |
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Light Sapphire Opal Cane Glass with Sapphire and White Opal Swarovski Crystal Dangle Earrings |
| | Bright sapphire blue and glowing white opal Swarovski crystal beads combine with blue opal cane glass (called 'furnace glass') in these interesting earrings. In each earring, the longest of three dangles ends about 2-1/8" below the top of a sterling... .. |
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Lilac, Siam Ruby and White Opal Cane Glass and Swarovski Crystal Dangle Earrings |
| | Deep Siam ruby red, misty white opal and lilac Swarovski crystal beads combine with brightly coloured cane glass (called 'furnace glass') in these sparkling earrings. In each earring, the longest of three dangles ends about 2" below the top of... .. |
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Linear Sterling Silver Black Onyx Earrings |
| | The sterling silver French hooks and the bat-wing drops are both sterling silver set with round cabochons of polished black onyx. They are joined to each other with lengths of super-fine sterling silver chain. Each earring measures approximately 2-3/4" from... .. |
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LOBSTER EARRINGS: Needlewoven Symbols of Luxury |
| | Slick red and black beads make these critters look as if they've just come out of the water. Each bead has been meticulously stitched into place using the Cheyenne stitch; it's a time consuming process, you may be sure! I've... .. |
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Long Earrings with Amethyst Crystal and Dangling Pewter Heart Charms |
| | These Valentine-themed earrings have dangling pewter charms of four hearts, the fronts of which are engraved with the words 'Be Mine 4Ever Love.' The hearts-and-flower earring findings are also pewter with hypoallergenic surgical steel posts. The pewter pieces are separated... .. |
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Long Lightweight Copper Rings Earrings |
| | Absolutely the lightest of the lightweight, these fiery copper circles are wired together to dangle a full 3" from the tops of their French hooks. The largest circle is 25mm in diameter, the middle is 20mm, and the smallest is... .. |
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Long Malachite and Sterling Silver Earrings |
| | The long, intricate-wrought drop and the French hook are both sterling silver and are both set with highly polished oval malachite cabochons. The deep green colour against the silver metal is very striking, and quite beautiful. Each earring measures approximately... .. |
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Long Sterling Silver, Freshwater Pearl and Garnet Earrings |
| | These spectacular beauties dangle about 2-1/2 inches from the tops of their Indonesian sterling silver pearl-embellished hooks to the bottom of the coin pearls. They feature sterling silver heart-shaped beads set on both sides with oval faceted garnets. I've endeavoured,... .. |
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Longer Amethyst Gemstone Sterling Silver Linear Earrings |
| | The sterling silver settings are all handworked by craftsmen born to the trade. Both the earwires and the dangles are set with glowing amethyst cabochons. The two elements are joined by 3mm round amethyst beads. Each earring dangles 2-1/2 inches... .. |
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METRO EARRINGS: Swarovski Violet Crystal and Sterling Silver |
| | Is it possible to be romantic and sophisticated at once? Audrey Hepburn managed it in roles such as 'Sabrina;' and I think these earrings do, too. It would be difficult to find a colour more romantic than Swarovski Crystal's violet.... .. |
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MIKADO EARRINGS: Aqua Quartz, Peach Aventurine, Lapis Lazuli and Sterling Silver |
| | These long elegant earrings feature deep blue lapis lazuli 6mm, sunny peach aventurine 8mm, and tranquil aqua quartz 10mm beads. The last-named are dyed; however, they've been through some rigorous testing, and come through with flying colours, so they will... .. |
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Misty Green and Teal Swarovski Crystal Chandelier Earrings |
| | The crystal briolette drops and matching bicone beads are a lovely misty green the good folks at Swarovski have dubbed "erinite." I've also used a beautiful teal they call "incolite" for a contrast that's both subtle and understated. The long... .. |
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MOUNTAIN RANGE EARRINGS: Dalmation Jasper Geometric Shapes |
| | Dalmation jasper is more than just a spotted stone. In addition to the black dots that give it its name, it has swirls and dabs of gold and tiny speckles of brown against its tan/grey background. In this unusual pair... .. |
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Multi-coloured Glass Beads and Long Brass Feather Earrings |
| | These colourful earrings measure nearly 3-1/4" long from the tops of their gold plate hooks to the tips of their brass feathers. Each has a wired fringe of different coloured small glass beads dangling down the front: very festive. Lightweight... .. |
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OCTAGON PENDANT EARRINGS: Antique Green Chandelier Drops and Vintage Beads |
| | The charming 14mm octagon pendants are from Swarovski Crystal's chandelier division, Strass.The antique green colour is specific to the chandelier trade, so the bad news is, there are no Swarovski beads in production that match.Never fear, for I've found these... .. |
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OCTAGON PENDANT EARRINGS: Blue Violet Chandelier Drops and Vintage Beads |
| | The charming 14mm octagon pendants are from Swarovski Crystal's chandelier division, Strass.The blue violet colour is specific to the chandelier trade, so the bad news is, there are no Swarovski beads in production that match.Never fear, for I've found these... .. |
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OCTAGON PENDANT EARRINGS: Bordeaux Chandelier Drops and Vintage Beads |
| | The charming 14mm octagon pendants are from Swarovski Crystal's chandelier division, Strass.The bordeaux colour is specific to the chandelier trade, but as luck would have it, Swarovski's ruby beads (not to be confused with Siam ruby, a true deep red;... .. |
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Opalite Chandelier Earrings |
| | Opalite is not natural stone, but a glass product (not just mine; ALL opalite and sea opal is ersatz), and thus does not have the durability of stone. Nevertheless, it has a lovely sheen to it, and so long as... .. |
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OUT OF AFRICA EARRINGS: Dark Brown and Gold Big Dangly Lightweight Animal Print Carved Horn Triangle |
| | Lightweight, translucent dark brown horn has been shaped into flat backed triangles that measure a generous 2-1/4" on each side. Their fronts have been carved in random spots that resemble those of a giraffe. I've suspended these lightweight lovelies from... .. |
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Pastel Blue Green Faceted Glass and Sterling Silver Earrings |
| | Pale sapphire glass with clouds of pastel green floating in their depths glimmer and gleam in these elegant earrings. The frames that surround the large bicone bead are sterling silver, as are the French hooks. The earrings dangle about 2"... .. |
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Pink and Peach Lotus Egyptian Revival Inspired Polymer Clay Image Earrings |
| | In these unique earrings, images of lovely peachy-pinky waterlilies are sandwiched between clear glass and deep green polymer clay in the 5/8" diameter focal beads. I've added a Swarovski light rose crystal bicone at the top, and a 6mm melon... .. |
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Pink Flower on Silver Leaf Wired Earrings |
| | This bit of whimsy features pale frosted pink glass beads, shaped like flowers, which I've wired to charming silver plate leaves. I've suspended the leaf-and-flower combo from a 3mm peridot and a 2mm olivine round glass bead. Each earring measures... .. |
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QUEEN OF THE NILE EARRINGS: Sterling Silver Egyptian Revival Lotus Motif and Swarovski Crystal Beads |
| | I fell in love with the 28mm wide sterling silver casting, which look like the representations of lotus blossoms I've seen in Egyptian tomb paintings.I've added a fringe of palest blue seed beads and Swarovski Crystal 4mm rose aurora boreale... .. |
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Rainbow Moonstone and Sterling Silver Earrings |
| | Lovely round rainbow moonstone cabachons are captured in sterling silver scrollwork findings.They dangle from 5mm round rainbow moonstone beads. The earrings drop a dainty 1-1/8" from the tops of their sterling silver leverback findings. These ultra-feminine earrings could only be... .. |
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ROMANTIC RIPPLES EARRINGS: Vintage Cranberry Glass Drops |
| | The incredibly NEAT cranberry-coloured glass drops are flat on the back and have concentric ridges moulded into their fronts. They and the matching crystal roundels were made in Czechoslovakia in the 1960s. The glass beads are contemporary, and are a... .. |
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Rose Vintage Acrylic Seahorse and Crystal Earrings |
| | Nearly iridescent, these dainty rose seahorses were moulded in West Germany in the 1950s. I've added 6mm firepolish crystal beads, and suspended them from sterling silver French hooks. The earrings dangle 2" from the tops of the findings to the... .. |
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ROUGE ET VERT EARRINGS: Swarovski Crystal Briolettes and Sterling Silver Tassels |
| | Ruby and Olivene Swarovski crystal flat faceted briolette pendants and beads dangle enticingly from Turkish sterling silver European back findings. The longest of the three tassel elements ends 3-3/4" below the top of the earring finding. The design is simple,... .. |
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Royal Purple Floral Pattern 50mm Round Capiz Shell Earrings |
| | These tone-on-tone purple earrings are absolutely stunning! They're made of lightweight capiz shell that's been etched so that the shiny floral pattern is readily visible against the frosty background. Each earring pendant measures 50mm (nearly 2") in diameter. They dangle... .. |
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SAMBA EARRINGS: Particolour Glass Cubes and Swarovski Crystal Beads |
| | Imagine yourself dancing the night away on the sands of Ipanema Beach. These earrings would be right in step with you. Swarovski crystal beads in bright citrine, peridot and flame combine with glass cubes swirled with ribbons of colour to... .. |
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Sapphire, Flame and Citrine Cane Glass and Swarovski Crystal Dangle Earrings |
| | Bright citrine yellow, vibrant flame and sapphire blue Swarovski crystal beads combine with brightly coloured cane glass (called 'furnace glass') in these sparkling earrings. In each earring, the longest of three dangles ends about 2-3/8" below the top of a... .. |
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SARACEN EARRINGS: Rose Copper Enamel and Gold Coloured Cloisonne, Matching Faceted Glass, and Pearls |
| | Fascinating spirals of rosy-coppery enamel show to advantage against the gold plate of these cloisonne beads. The puffed discs measure 15mm in diameter and look like something straight out of the Arabian Nights. I've added dangles of rosy-coppery firepolish crystal,... .. |
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SCHOOL'S OUT EARRINGS: Needlewoven Tropical Fish |
| | Each earring sports a trio of Cheyenne stitch fish: one each in shades of coral, turquoise, and lavender. They're suspended from sterling silver ball post findings by deep sea blue seed beads punctuated with Swarovski crystal aurora boreale 'bubbles.' The... .. |
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SEKHMUT EARRINGS: Swarovski Crystal Arrow Pendants |
| | Brilliant clear Swarovski crystal arrow pendants are suspended with rectangular pewter beads from sterling silver European style earring findings. Simple and elegant, the earrings measure 2-1/4" from the tops of the hooks to the tips of the arrows. Suitable for... .. |
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SERAGLIO STERLING SILVER EARRINGS: Tanzanite AB Swarovski Crystal, Marcasite and Swags of Chain |
| | Now HERE'S a sterling silver, marcasite, and Swarovski crystal extravaganza that must be seen to be believed.Swags of sterling silver chain are wired by 4mm round Swarovski Crystal tanzanite aurora boreale beads to crescents of cast sterling silver filigrees.More crystal... .. |
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SHOGUN: Iridescent White Coin Pearls and Blackstone Earrings |
| | The findings -- with their slight upward curve -- resemble Japanese torii gates; and both colouration and design are deceptively simple. Taken all together, the earrings came out with a very Japanese feel to them ... though I didn't set... .. |
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Siam Ruby , Green Turmaline and Chrysolite Cane Glass and Swarovski Crystal Dangle Earrings |
| | Deep red Siam ruby, pale green chrysolite and dark piney green ('green turmaline') Swarovski crystal beads combine with brightly coloured cane glass (called 'furnace glass') in these sparkling earrings. In each earring, the longest of three dangles ends about 1-3/4"... .. |
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Silver Herons on Bright Red Round Capiz Shell Background Earrings |
| | Deep red 45mm (about 1-3/4") diameter capiz shell discs make a stunning back drop for the silver tone herons bonded to them.Each Asian inspired motif looks as if the graceful bird has taken flight against a setting sun.I've suspended these... .. |
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Silver Wide Round Lightweight Go-Go Earrings |
| | Two inches in diameter, these shiny silver plate beauties are stamped out of sheet metal, making them light as a feather. They are slightly convex, interestingly textured, and pierced with a number of different sized circles. The earrings are suspended... .. |
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SPARKLING SIAM RUBY DROP EARRINGS: Vintage West German Foiled Faceted Glass |
| | The faceted Siam ruby glass drops were made in West Germany in the late 1940s, and the colour is not to be believed.They have gold-foiled backs, and they glow like nothing on earth!I've added graduated 14 kt gold fill round... .. |
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Starflower Earrings: Jet black Swarovski Crystal and Sterling Silver |
| | In the focal pieces of these earrings, dramatic jet black Swarovski crystal rhinestones are prong set to form a starflower pattern in silver plate filigree findings.I’ve suspended them from strands of matching jet crystal bicones and silver-washed firepolish crystal.The finished... .. |
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Sterling Silver and Blue Czech Lampwork Drops Ear Threaders |
| | The royal blue drops are contemporary Czech lampwork, and each has areas of silver foil with dapplings of emerald and topaz; simply amazing! They're about 18mm long by 10mm in diameter. I've flanked them with clear Czech crystal beads and... .. |
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Sterling Silver and Stacked White Freshwater Pearls Ear Threaders |
| | The dreamy white freshwater pearls have been stacked on fancy sterling silver headpins. They're spaced with tiny clear iridescent seed beads. Each pearl is about 7mm in diameter. The triple stack is suspended from sterling silver ear threaders, each approximately... .. |
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Sterling Silver and Vintage Light Rose AB Swarovski Crystal Ear Threaders |
| | The light rose Swarovski crystal discs are vintage rivoli-cut drops that gleam with an aurora boreale finish. They're about 12mm in diameter. They are suspended from sterling silver ear threaders, each approximately 3" long. This stunning accessory is very much... .. |
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Sterling Silver Earrings: Long, Elegant 'Mother's Embrace' Dangles |
| | The sterling silver dangles are different lengths, but both end in 8mm spheres. I've suspended both from sterling silver post findings with 6mm spheres, to keep the look simple, clean and elegant. The drops curve around each other like a... .. |
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Sterling Silver Filigree and Swarovski Crystal Butterfly Earrings |
| | The twinkling sterling silver filigrees are simply bursting with love. They'd like nothing better than to flutter about your ears, murmuring sweet nothings and brushing your skin with butterfly kisses. I've embellished the little darlings with gaily coloured Swarovski crystal... .. |
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Sterling Silver Filigree and Swarovski Crystal Orchid Earrings |
| | Exotic and romantic orchids have been worked in sterling silver filigree to make the focals for these earrings.They look like something a lover risked life and limb to bring you from the far reaches of some trackless jungle. I've embellished... .. |
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Sterling Silver Filigree and Swarovski Crystal Water Lily Earrings |
| | Among the most feminine earrings I've ever made, these sterling silver water lilies also rank among the prettiest. I've beaded around the edges of the filigrees with and tiny violet Swarovski crystals and palest aqua seed beads, and used co-ordinating... .. |
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Sterling Silver Lapis Lazuli Teardrop Earrings |
| | The teardrop dangles and French hooks are sterling silver set with highly polished cabochons of lapis lazuli. I've wired the elements together using lapis lazuli and sterling silver beads. The result is a pair of earrings roughly 2-1/4" long from... .. |
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Sterling Silver Malachite Teardrop Earrings |
| | The teardrop dangles and French hooks are sterling silver set with highly polished cabochons of malachite. I've wired the elements together using malachite and sterling silver beads. The result is a pair of earrings roughly 2" long from the top... .. |
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Sterling Silver Rhodochrosite Earrings |
| | Rhodochrosite is an opaque pink stone with varying amounts of translucence and mottling. In each of these beguiling little earrings we have a pair of rhodochrosite roundels separated by a sterling silver spacer and flanked by sterling silver bead caps.... .. |
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Sterling Silver Swarovski Crystal Faux Rainbow Tourmaline Chandelier Earrings |
| | Rainbow tourmaline -- with its fickle change of colours -- has always fascinated me, but the finer grades remain beyond my financial reach.I've created these chandelier earrings in Swarovski crystal to imitate the colours of the gemstone, but at a... .. |
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Stylized Japanese Inspired Floral and Leaf Motif Polymer Clay Earrings |
| | The focal beads here are by the talented Cheryl Harris, who has used a design reminiscent of stylized Japanese flowers. There are also leaves appliqued to the top of the 5/8" diameter polymer clay beads. I've added magenta gemcut firepolish... .. |
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Swarovski Burgundy Vitrail Crystal Leaf Earrings |
| | The dazzling 26mm-long leaf pendants are made by Swarovski Crystal's Strass chandelier division. They are an effects colour that flashes shades of burgundy, deep blue and deep purple. I've added sparkling Swarovski burgundy aurora boreale 6mm round beads to make... .. |
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Swarovski Chili Pepper Rose Gold Crystal Leaf Earrings |
| | The charming 26mm-long leaf pendants are made by Swarovski Crystal's Strass chandelier division. They are a fabulous new dark rose gold colour called 'chili pepper.' Take it from me, they are MUY caliente! I've added matching 6mm round crystal beads... .. |
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Swarovski Crystal Cosmic Teal Blue and Jet Black Earrings |
| | Fabulous Swarovski crystal flatback stations in romantic teal blue ('indicolite') dangle from sterling silver French hooks in these earrings.I've added 6mm jet black bicones and great big faceted glass teardrops to make an accessory any diva would be proud to... .. |
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Swarovski Lavender Vitrail Crystal Leaf Earrings |
| | The charming 26mm-long leaf pendants are made by Swarovski Crystal's Strass chandelier division. They are an effects colour which flashes shades of lavender and purple. I've added sparkling vintage crystal 8mm round beads to make earrings that dangle about 2-3/8"... .. |
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Swarovski Light Sapphire Crystal Arrow Earrings |
| | The light sapphire crystal arrow-shaped pendants are from Swarovski Crystal, and measure about 1" long by 5/8" at their widest. I've suspended them from hangers made up of light sapphire crystal beads and a cobalt and peridot roundel. The earrings... .. |
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Swarovski Pale Green Crystal Leaf Earrings |
| | The charming 26mm-long leaf pendants are made by Swarovski Crystal's Strass chandelier division. They are the palest of pale spring greens. I've added sparkling Swarovski crystal 6mm round beads to make earrings that dangle about 2-3/8" from the tops of... .. |
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Swarovski Palest Pink Crystal Leaf with Blue AB Finish Earrings |
| | The charming 26mm-long leaf pendants are made by Swarovski Crystal's Strass chandelier division. They are "rosaline," a pale, delicate pink, and have a sparkling aurora boreale finish from which all the yellow tones have been eliminated; hence the term "blue... .. |
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Swarovski Ruby Crystal Leaf Earrings |
| | The charming 26mm-long leaf pendants are made by Swarovski Crystal's Strass chandelier division. They are a colour the manufacturer calls "bordeaux," but which matches Swarovski's ruby beads to perfection. I've added sparkling vintage Swarovski crystal 8mm round beads to make... .. |
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Tangerine and Lime Lightweight Capiz Shell Double Disc Earrings |
| | Now here's a pair of citrus-coloured earrings that are perfect for summer wear.Capiz shell is light as the proverbial feather and dyes into brilliant colours; in this instance, a 20mm disc of tangerine orange and a 13mm disc of lime... .. |
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TROPICAL BLOSSOMS EARRINGS: Gold, Coral, Violet Carved Coconut Shell Large Dangling Hibiscus Flowers |
| | These lightweight, large earrings are just the thing for today's fashions. They're made of lightweight coconut shell, and are a generous 50mm (about 2") in diameter. With the addition of the large amethyst faceted glass bead, they dangle about 3-1/4"... .. |
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Turquoise Oval Shell Frame and Bright Red Glass Drop Earrings |
| | The oval frames in these earrings have been carved from shell and dyed a lustrous shade of turquoise blue. They positively glow. I've added large opaque red drops inside each frame, and used matching small red beads to dangle the... .. |
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Vintage Acrylic Tangerine Roses and Swarovski Crystal Earrings |
| | The fabulous moulded acrylic roses are from the 1950s, and are about 16mm in diameter, with the roses showing on either face. They're a peachy, tangerine-y colour, and co-ordinate brilliantly with the darker, more intense flame of the 10mm hyacinth... .. |
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Vintage Austrian Crystal Cathedral Rivoli-Cut Earrings |
| | Fabulous Swarovski crystal 16mm diameter rivoli-cut stones flash deep red, purple and blue in an effect colour the manufacturer dubbed "cathedral." The gold-foiled backs are peaked, just as the fronts are; and like the fronts, they are faceted from the... .. |
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Vintage Deco Cut Colorado Topaz Glass and White Coin Pearl Earrings |
| | The angular Colorado topaz glass pieces have long straight facets typical of art deco design. I've dangled lovely white coin pearls from the broader ends, and suspended the earrings from 14 kt gold fill leverback findings. The earrings end about... .. |
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Vintage Glowing Marbled Fuchsia Acrylic Earrings |
| | The vintage acrylic beads in these earrings were moulded in West Germany sometime in the 1950s. They have a marbled effect and a slight glitter to them that gives them a velvety look. I've used 3/4" diameter coin-shaped beads and... .. |
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Vintage Glowing Marbled Lilac Acrylic Earrings |
| | The vintage acrylic beads in these earrings were moulded in West Germany sometime in the 1950s. They have a marbled effect and a slight glitter to them that gives them a velvety look. I've used 3/4" diameter coin-shaped beads and... .. |
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Vintage Hand Faceted Rose Crystal Drops and Vermeil Chandelier Earrings |
| | The vintage rose crystal drops were hand faceted in West Germany some time in the 1950s. They are a much prettier colour than the scan shows, and the colour is a true, clear rose pink. Each is about 5/8" long,... .. |
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Vintage Peach Long West German Glass Fluted Drops and Austrian Crystal Earrings |
| | The long drops date from the early 1950s and are a delicate shade of peach; they actually match the vintage 8mm Swarovski round crystal beads much more closely than the scans portray. The drops' vertical fluting give them a very... .. |
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Vintage West German Deco Cut Topaz Crystal Sterling Silver Stiletto Stilleto Earrings |
| | The vintage West German crystal drops are a beautiful golden topaz colour with machine cut vertical facets that give them a very art deco look. I've added contemporary 4mm topaz Austrian crystal bicones, sterling silver chain, and Turkish sterling silver... .. |
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Vintage West German Victorian Style Hand-Cut Peridot and Rose Crystal Chandelier Earrings |
| | The rose crystal round and "nose cone" beads are probably machine-cut, and are fairly recent in manufacture. The peridot-coloured crystal, the finely wrought silver plate stampings from which they dangle and even the chain are much earlier: the 1930s at... .. |
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Violet and Tanzanite Swarovski Crystal and Sterling Silver Chandelier Earrings |
| | I've used violet and tanzanite Swarovski crystal bicone beads and pendants to make these earrings. They dangle from beautiful sterling silver scrollwork stations, which are themselves suspended from sterling silver French hooks. The hooks are embellished with 4mm violet bicone... .. |
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Violet Carved Hammershell Flowers Double Drop Earrings |
| | Two sizes of dyed violet carved hammershell flowers are suspended from sterling silver leverback findings. I've used fine silver wire hidden within muted grey-green seed beads. The longer of the two flowers ends about 2-3/4" below the top of the... .. |
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White Opal and Peacock Cane Glass and Swarovski Crystal Dangle Earrings |
| | White opal and peacock blue Swarovski crystal beads combine with brightly coloured cane glass (called 'furnace glass') in these sparkling earrings. In each earring, the longest of three dangles ends about 2" below the top of a sterling silver lever... .. |
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Windflower Earrings: Light Amethyst and Periwinkle Swarovski crystal and Sterling Silver |
| | The focal pieces of these earrings are ruffly silver plate filigrees prong-set with Swarovski light amethyst crystal rhinestones surrounded by periwinkle coloured stones.Matching Swarovski crystal beads attach periwinkle glass flower drop ro filigrees, and filigrees to rose-motif sterling silver post... .. |
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WINTER'S EVE EARRINGS: Vintage Swarovski Pressed Glass Snowflakes and Light Sapphire Crystal Beads |
| | The 1-1/8" diameter snowflakes were made by Swarovski, although they are pressed glass, not crystal.I've dangled them from a wired strand of vintage clear and light sapphire aurora boreale crystal to make earrings that sparkle like nothing on earth.They measure... .. |
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WISE ONES: Needlewoven Owl Earrings |
| | Meet Olivia and Oliver Owl, as pretty a pair of wiseacres as ever sat on a tree branch. They're worked in Cheyenne (brick) stitch, using shades of chestnut, sand and matte black. The earrings hang 2-1/4" from the tops of... .. |
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YEAR OF THE DRAGON: Golden Dragons on Bright Red Round Capiz Shell Background Earrings |
| | Dramatic golden dragons show to advantage against deep red 45mm (about 1-3/4") diameter capiz shell discs.Both their colours and design give these beauties a distinctly Asian flair.Each disc is suspended from gold tone lever back findings.Such super-sized light weight earrings... .. |
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BIRTHSTONE FOR CANCER: Rainbow Moonstone and Sterling Silver Ankle Bracelet |
| | Glowing smoky white 4mm rainbow moonstone beads dangle delicately from sterling silver chain fine as a whisper: barely 1-1/2mm thick. I've added a sterling silver lobster claw and loop to make an ankle bracelet (sometimes called a slave bracelet) about... .. |
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BIRTHSTONE FOR LIBRA: Lapis Lazuli and Sterling Silver Ankle Bracelet |
| | Exotic deep blue 4mm lapis lazuli beads dangle from sterling silver chain fine as a whisper: barely 1-1/2mm thick. I've added a sterling silver lobster claw and loop to make an ankle bracelet (sometimes called a slave bracelet) about 11-1/2"... .. |
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BIRTHSTONE FOR VIRGO: Carnelian and Sterling Silver Ankle Bracelet |
| | Tawny orange carnelian 4mm beads dangle from sterling silver chain that's fine as a whisper: barely 1-1/2mm thick. I've added a sterling silver lobster claw and loop to make an ankle bracelet (sometimes called a slave bracelet) about 11-1/2" long.... .. |
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Classic Black Tam O'Shanter with Vintage Red Crystal Embroidery |
| | The classic design of the tam o'shanter never goes out of style. This lovely example was handmade in Ireland of a thick woven material, has a wide (1-1/4") velvet band, and is fully lined. I've embroidered the velvet band with... .. |
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Fashion Gloves: Marilyn Monroe Pink with Jet Black Crystal Roses Montees |
| | Just LOOK at these NEAT stretch nylon gloves! They're the hot pink colour that was so popular when Marilyn was the unrivaled blonde bombshell of Hollywood. The tag is marked '100% Doublewoven Nylon,' 'Size C: fits 6 - 8-1/2,' and... .. |
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FEBRUARY BIRTHSTONE: Amethyst and Sterling Silver Ankle Bracelet |
| | Dainty 4mm purple amethyst beads dangle enticingly from sterling silver chain that's fine as a whisper: barely 1-1/2mm thick. I've added a sterling silver lobster claw and loop to make an ankle bracelet (sometimes called a slave bracelet) about 11-1/2"... .. |
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Hand Beaded Emerald, Peridot and Light Sapphire Scarf Slide |
| | An elegant and unusual fashion accessory, this scarf slide winks and blinks with emerald seed beads and vintage crystal pale blue and peridot green roses montees.The beads have been embroidered onto a vintage brass stamping, then an identical second stamping... .. |
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JANUARY BIRTHSTONE: Garnet and Sterling Silver Ankle Bracelet |
| | Deep red 4mm garnet beads dangle exotically from sterling silver chain that's fine as a whisper: barely 1-1/2mm thick. I've added a sterling silver lobster claw and loop to make an ankle bracelet (sometimes called a slave bracelet) about 11"... .. |
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JUNE BIRTHSTONE: Freshwater Pearl and Sterling Silver Ankle Bracelet |
| | Ultra-feminine snow white 4mm freshwater pearls dangle enticingly from sterling silver chain that's fine as a whisper: barely 1-1/2mm thick. I've added a sterling silver lobster claw and loop to make an ankle bracelet (sometimes called a slave bracelet) about... .. |
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Long Black Leather Gloves with Crystal and Sterling Silver Embellishment |
| | The gloves are made of ultra-thin, buttery soft black leather, and are marked "France."They are quite small: I'd judge them to be a size 6 or 6-1/2; and laid flat measure 18" from the tip of the middle finger to... .. |
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Sheer Amethyst Evening Cover Up with Silver Embroidery, and Vintage Silver Leaf Sequins |
| | Silver thread, sequins and sparkly glass seed beads show to advantage against rich amethyst fabric.The cover up is an asymmetric poncho which drapes gracefully whether it's worn off the shoulder or as a boat neck.The shorter side measures about 24"... .. |
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Swarovski Crystal Embellished Ladies Flowered Straw Hat |
| | This lovely straw hat is elegant in its simplicity.It's a natural straw colour, including the dimensional band around the crown and the three rosettes at the front.Since my philosophy runs something akin to: 'If it doesn't move, bead it,' I... .. |
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Vintage Black Gloves Embroidered with Red Crystal Roses Montees |
| | These elegant long black gloves are about 50 years old.They have embroidered eyelet cut outs at the thumb joint and at the outer cuff, both of which I've embellished with vintage West German crystal Siam ruby red roses montees.The tag... .. |
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Vintage Brown Wrist Length Gloves With Faux Pearl and Seed Bead Embellishment |
| | The deep brown gloves are vintage, but have never been worn.They are marked 'Double Woven Fully Shrunk 100% Cotton Sewn in the Philippines, and are size 7.The cuffs are detailed with beautiful elastic ruching. I've added a detail of vintage... .. |
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Vintage White Wrist Length Gloves with Vintage Swarovski Crystal and Seed Bead Embellishment |
| | These beautiful size 7 white vintage gloves are in 'like new' condition, and have wonderful topstitched detail.I've added iridescent seed beads and four metal filigree flowers set with Swarovski crystals to the back of each glove.The result is a unique... .. |
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Sparkle Plenty Gift Certificate $10 |
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'LUCKY' Copper and Olivene Faceted Glass Charm Bracelet |
| | Dainty copper chain supports dangles of faceted olive green glass beads and copper clad pewter letters that spell out the word 'LUCKY.' The nearly 7-1/2" bracelet closes with a copper lobsterclaw.The longest charm ends 1-1/4" below the chain.I suppose the... .. |
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AMERICAN BEAUTY BRACELET: Hand Painted Vintage White Acrylic Cuff |
| | Environmental artist Leslie Jean has taken a vintage white acrylic cuff bracelet and painted it with brilliant red roses and olive green leaves. The beautiful pattern is done free hand, is absolutely one-of-a-kind, and completely beautiful. The cuff is about... .. |
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Amethyst and Light Amethyst Firepolish Crystal Pendant Necklace with Designer Focal |
| | The faceted amethyst glass focal is a 25 x 18mm oval with two holes in it, made to be used in jewellery designed by the late Miriam Haskell. Such beads are highly collectible. I've added amethyst and light amethyst firepolish... .. |
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Apple Green Beaded Eyeglass Tether Eyeglass Leash Eyeglass Holder |
| | First-quality Czech citrine yellow seed beads lined with dark green; the resulting colour is a refreshing shade of apple green. Seed beads and the large silver plate accent beads are strung on sturdy nylon-coated cable.Styled for beauty and constructed for... .. |
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Berry Clusters Beaded Cellphone or Handheld Device Strap |
| | This clever little strap can be attached to a cellphone, Ipod, WII, or what-have-you, for ease in transporting. Not only that, but with it's red berry clusters and bright green leaves, it's good-looking, too! It's constructed to last, and priced... .. |
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CASBAH: Gold Clad Clamper Bracelet With Vintage Crystal Embellishment |
| | Embellished with a pair of bronze-washed deco-style glass cabochons from the 1930s, plus LOTS of Swarovski crystal jet black crystal rhinestone chain, this clamper bracelet was simply born to be a vamp.The outer surface of the bracelet is textured to... .. |
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Cobalt and Peridot Needlewoven Bracelet with Butterfly Applique |
| | Beguiling little butterflies and a bright green leaf are wired into place on this surprisingly flexible beauty of a bracelet. The base of the bracelet is a ladder of wide cobalt blue bugle beads, and the sides of the bracelet... .. |
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Cobalt, Amethyst, Jet Art Nouveau Floral Enamel Sterling Silver Locket Necklace |
| | This lovely locket is actually quite deep, and could be used to carry one's saccharin pills, or headache specifics, or the like. Both faces are intricately enameled, and are slightly convex. It's about 1-1/4" long by 1" wide by 5/8"... .. |
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Copper Turquoise Coral Southwest Style Beaded Bracelet Watch |
| | The rectangular watch head is copper plate with an antique finish. The twisted rope design around the face seemed to suggest a Southwest theme to me, so I've added a band of red coral, chalk turquoise and lapis lazuli beads,... .. |
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Coral, Golden Jade and Aventurine Decorated North African Metal Pendant Necklace |
| | This is the last of three similar beads my late grandmother brought back from her rambles through the sooks of Marrakesh nearly 20 years ago.I think the metal is tin or a tin alloy, but the decoration -- all hand... .. |
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Crystal Snowflake Sparkling Aurora Boreale Needlewoven Pendant Necklace |
| | Crystal aurora boreale throws its prism of colours all over the place in this lovely needlewoven pendant. It's set off to advantage by opalised crystal and tiny silver seed beads. The 18" strand closes with an ornate silver clad pewter... .. |
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DECO AQUA: Matte Black and Satin Aqua Beaded Unisex Lanyard Necklace, ID Badge Holder, Keyring |
| | The 4mm opaque aqua accent beads are reproductions of beads that were popular in the 1930s. They have a satiny finish that was popular in Art Deco design. It was also typical in Art Deco pieces to team colours like... .. |
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EAST WIND EAR THREADERS: Stacked Sapphire Roundels and Sterling Silver |
| | The very essence of 'bling bling,' the sapphire roundels in these threaders are faceted, graduated and alternated with sterling silver beads to make pendants roughly 1-1/8" long. Each pendant is suspended from a sterling silver ear threader. The sapphires range... .. |
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Fancy Topaz, Amethyst and Peridot Lariat Necklace |
| | This medium length (48" long) lariat necklace is made with two strands of seed, bugle and crystal beads intricately woven together.The colours include copper, peridot, midnight iris, amethyst, golden sand iris, and topaz.The ends feature beautiful topaz Czech firepolish crystal... .. |
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FERN DELL HANDBAG: Hand Painted, Hand Beaded Hard Plastic Butterfly Motif |
| | It's painted with green hills and a sapphire blue sky.Against this lush background butterflies flit and flitter above waving ferns.This charming little handbag is 4" tall by 6" wide by 2-5/8" deep when it's closed.They're securely coated with two layers... .. |
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FLAME TREE BRACELET: Hand Painted Vintage White Acrylic Cuff |
| | Environmental artist Leslie Jean has taken a vintage white acrylic cuff bracelet and painted it with bright orange blossoms and olive green leaves and stems. The beautiful pattern is done free hand, is absolutely one-of-a-kind, and completely beautiful. The cuff... .. |
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Fuchsia and Peacock Dichroic Pendant Necklace |
| | The pendant has peacock blue, violet, emerald and gold flowing in molten rivers through a shimmering fuchsia background. This intense teardrop has then been wrapped in twisted sterling silver wire to form a pendant roughly 1-1/8" at its widest by... .. |
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Gold Wide Round Lightweight Go-Go Lace Earrings |
| | Not quite 2" in diameter, the gold plate discs are stamped from sheet metal making them light as a cloud. They've been pierced in a lacy pattern and with a large off-centre hole to make a shape known as 'go-go.'... .. |
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Graduated Swarovski Cosmojet Crystal Necklace |
| | These tapered-ended round crystal beads are among the most graceful shapes currently produced by Swarovski Crystal. In this instance, the clear beads are given a coating of jet black crystal, then the jet coating is cut away from roughly half... .. |
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Graduated Vintage Swarovski Crystal Volcano Pagoda Beads Necklace and Earrings Set |
| | Pagoda beads are one of the items Swarovski crystal gave up making about 50 years ago because they were so difficult and expensive to manufacture.I've managed not only to put together enough of them to make a nice long necklace... .. |
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Green Aventurine and Aqua Crystal Fringed Victorian Style Brooch |
| | The 30x40mm oval cabochon is misty green aventurine, set in a bezel made of pearl white sead beads.I've added some sparkling "zing" with silver lined gold seed beads and 3mm aquamarine Czech firepolish crystals.The long fringe features the same seed... .. |
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Gunmetal Cuff Bracelet with Golden Jade Accents |
| | I'm not certain what metal the cuff is made of, but I can tell you that it is gunmetal in colour and quite sturdy. I've set the three floral embellishments with 5/8" diameter cabochons of golden jade. The cuff is... .. |
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Hair Comb Embellished with Cornflower Blue Seed Beads Flowers and Matte Copper Bugle Bead Fans |
| | Here's a charming hair ornament: a 3" wide clear plastic comb embellished with fans of matte copper iris finish bugle beads and tiny florets of cornflower blue seed beads.The intricate and time-consuming double-needle work necessary to make the design and... .. |
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HIMALAYA COLLAR NECKLACE: Graduated Chevron Amethyst Pendants |
| | Since amethyst is a variety of quartz, it is not at all uncommon to find it alongside its clear or frosty-clear cousins. When a lapidary cuts the stone across the two, it results in 'chevron amethyst,' as in the dagger... .. |
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Jade and Golden Metal Bead Bracelet |
| | Three curved tubes of highly polished jade alternate with spiral textured gold clad beads to form a bracelet fit for a Manchu princess. The 7-1/2" bracelet closes with a gold clad safety catch. Rich and romantic, it won't set you... .. |
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Lapis Lazuli Fringed Vintage Centrepiece Necklace |
| | The centrepiece is quite substantial and has an interesting granular finish on the front, while the back is relatively smooth. It's from the late 1960s or early 1970s and is very fine gold plate. The back shows slight wear; enough... .. |
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Limoges Floral Brooch with Embroidered Seed Bead Frame |
| | The 1-1/2" by 1-1/8" oval cabochon is marked "Limoges" on the back (I had just enough foresight to scan the back before making the brooch; see the second picture).It is porcelain, and its front is painted with a charming bouquet... .. |
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Long Necklace of Apatite Nuggets and Freshwater Pearls |
| | These small polished apatite nuggets are the most glorious shade of blue-green imaginable.I've flanked them with 4mm round white freshwater pearls, and alternated that combination with larger oval midnight blue freshwater pearls.The 28" strand closes with an old gold over... .. |
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LOVELY LADY: Vintage Black Glass and Mother of Pearl Cameo Necklace |
| | The vintage cameo pendant measures 1-5/8" x 1-1/4", not counting the loop and bail.It is made of jet black glass. The front has been molded and polished into an oval of facets surrounding a mother of pearl hand-cut cameo of... .. |
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Mustang Jasper Men's or Unisex Necklace |
| | Washes of brick red, grey, and forest green over deep brown and black are typical colour ranges in mustang jasper. It's a stone that's both interesting and playful. In this necklace, 6mm stone beads are spaced with tiny terracotta coloured... .. |
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Necklace of Carved Black Amber and Baltic Amber Beads |
| | The stars of this show are black amber (yes, it is genuine amber) beads that range from 11mm to 14mm. All have been precisely carved with Asian symbols. I've flanked them with smaller Baltic amber beads, and spaced the larger... .. |
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Needle Woven Poinsettia Harem Bracelet Slave Bracelet |
| | Shades of bright red, glowing gold, and matte olive green seed beads and Swarovski crystal went into the making of this exotic beauty. Made to wrap twice around the wearer's wrist, the strap is about 14" long, and closes with... .. |
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REBECCA OF YORK NECKLACE: Graduated Vintage Swarovski Crystal Diamond-Star Beads |
| | The graduated Swarovski crystal beads are shaped like slightly convex diamonds.Their sharply defined cut and aurora boreale finish causes them to refract the image of a star in their front faces.I've spaced these vintage lovelies with contemporary Swarovski crystal AB... .. |
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Red Horn Hair Sticks with Carved Red Horn Flower Dangles |
| | Beautiful glowing red horn hair sticks each measure about 10" long, including the textured silver tone hourglass finding and wasabi green glass bead with which each stick is topped. I've added more green glass, sultry blue seed beads, and some... .. |
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ROUGE ET VERT EARRINGS: Swarovski Crystal Briolettes and Sterling Silver Tassels |
| | Ruby and Olivene Swarovski crystal flat faceted briolette pendants and beads dangle enticingly from Turkish sterling silver European back findings. The longest of the three tassel elements ends 3-3/4" below the top of the earring finding. The design is simple,... .. |
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SAVANNAH MULTI FRINGE FLORAL NECKLACE: Rose Quartz, Aventurine and Smokey Quartz Beads |
| | Perhaps if Scarlett O'Hara hadn't been in such a hurry to get through all that Spanish Moss and back to Tara, she'd have stopped to admire the flowers along the way.What she saw might very well have resembled this necklace,... .. |
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SEA LAVENDER BRACELET: Hand Painted Vintage White Acrylic Cuff |
| | Environmental artist Leslie Jean has taken a vintage white acrylic cuff bracelet and painted it with charming purple blooms and emerald stems. The beautiful pattern is done free hand, is absolutely one-of-a-kind, and completely beautiful. The cuff is about 2"... .. |
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Siam Ruby and Violet Swarovski Crystal Hand Beaded Adjustable Right Hand Cocktail Ring |
| | Sparkling Swarovski crystal pendants in dramatic Siam ruby red and feminine pale violet have been painstakingly attached to the adjustable silver plate findings. The pendants are nestled in a nest of dark green lustred seed beads and tiny violet crystal... .. |
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Silver Tone Bolo Slide with Red Jasper Cabochon |
| | This silver tone bolo slide has a polished edge surrounding a pebble texture centre on which is mounted an 18mm by 25mm oval red jasper cabochon.The slide is made in a stlized "S" shape that is both unusual and pleasing... .. |
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Silver Wide Round Lightweight Go-Go Earrings |
| | Two inches in diameter, these shiny silver plate beauties are stamped out of sheet metal, making them light as a feather. They are slightly convex, interestingly textured, and pierced with a number of different sized circles. The earrings are suspended... .. |
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SPARKLING SIAM RUBY DROP EARRINGS: Vintage West German Foiled Faceted Glass |
| | The faceted Siam ruby glass drops were made in West Germany in the late 1940s, and the colour is not to be believed.They have gold-foiled backs, and they glow like nothing on earth!I've added graduated 14 kt gold fill round... .. |
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Sterling Silver Filigree and Swarovski Crystal Butterfly Earrings |
| | The twinkling sterling silver filigrees are simply bursting with love. They'd like nothing better than to flutter about your ears, murmuring sweet nothings and brushing your skin with butterfly kisses. I've embellished the little darlings with gaily coloured Swarovski crystal... .. |
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Sterling Silver Rhodochrosite Earrings |
| | Rhodochrosite is an opaque pink stone with varying amounts of translucence and mottling. In each of these beguiling little earrings we have a pair of rhodochrosite roundels separated by a sterling silver spacer and flanked by sterling silver bead caps.... .. |
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Swarovski Blue Zircon (Green) Crystal Perfume Bottle Pendant Necklace |
| | The darling blue-green pendant is a perfume bottle made from genuine Swarovski crystal! The body is a colour they call "blue zircon" (actually green), with a gold plate collar. The lid is clear rivoli-cut crystal with a plastic stopper to... .. |
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SWEET HEARTS: Pink Copper Enamel Heart Charms and Glass Drops Bracelet |
| | Vintage pink copper enamel hearts alternate with frosty pink faceted glass teardrops in this most charming of charm bracelets. The robust copper chain is about 7-1/2" long and closes with a sturdy foldover clasp. The hearts are approximately 12x15mm, and... .. |
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TROPICAL BLOSSOMS EARRINGS: Gold, Coral, Violet Carved Coconut Shell Large Dangling Hibiscus Flowers |
| | These lightweight, large earrings are just the thing for today's fashions. They're made of lightweight coconut shell, and are a generous 50mm (about 2") in diameter. With the addition of the large amethyst faceted glass bead, they dangle about 3-1/4"... .. |
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TURQUOISE, CORAL AND VIOLET BAMBOO NECKLACE AND EARRINGS SET: Handpainted Misty Rose Floran Resin and Swarovski Crystal |
| | The lovely lightweight resin pendants are handpainted with golden bamboo and turquoise, coral and violet leaves.The paint has a faint metallic sheen to it that glows bewitchingly against the luster of the misty rose background. The necklace pendant measures about... .. |
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Victorian Style Emerald Glass and Indonesian Sterling Silver Necklace & Earrings Set |
| | strand.The intricately worked sterling silver has been hand-wrapped around the drop to make an ornate, Victorian-inspired pendant.The strand is about 18" long and features emerald glass bicone beads, sterling silver and pewter accents, and tiny clear seed beads.The drops in... .. |
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Victorian Style Red Quartz, Ruby Jade and Bronze Pearl Fringed Brooch |
| | The 30mm diameter red quartz cabochon is dyed to achieve the colour, but it is quartz, so there is a subtle sparkle of copper particles in its depths.I've set it in a bezel of faceted bronze seed beads and embroidered... .. |
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Vintage Black Gloves Embroidered with Red Crystal Roses Montees |
| | These elegant long black gloves are about 50 years old.They have embroidered eyelet cut outs at the thumb joint and at the outer cuff, both of which I've embellished with vintage West German crystal Siam ruby red roses montees.The tag... .. |
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Vintage Faceted Swarovski Crystal Ruby Red Brooch with Clear Iridescent Seed Bead Fringe |
| | The fabulous rectangular Swarovski crystal stone was made about 40 years ago.The colour is ruby, which may best be described as "dark fuchsia" rather than as a true red.As with all Swarovski stones, the faceting is precise, the foiling is... .. |
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Vintage Japanese Spruce Green Porcelain Tubes with Black Glass Beads Man's Necklace |
| | The rare Japanese porcelain tube beads in this man's necklace are spruce green in colour.They were made under the occupation government in the late 1940s.They're about 3/4" long by 5/16" in diameter, and are spaced with large matte black seed... .. |
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Vintage Peach and Peridot Molded Glass Victorian Style Teardrop Pendant Necklace and Earrings |
| | The vintage pressed glass peach and peridot pendant is about 1-3/4" long by 1" at its widest point.It's topped with a gold tone "sheaf of wheat" accent.I've made an 18" strand of matching vintage peach and peridot window beads, contemporary... .. |
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Vintage Peach Long West German Glass Fluted Drops and Austrian Crystal Earrings |
| | The long drops date from the early 1950s and are a delicate shade of peach; they actually match the vintage 8mm Swarovski round crystal beads much more closely than the scans portray. The drops' vertical fluting give them a very... .. |
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Vintage Peacock Blue Lampwork Glass Necklace and Earrings Set |
| | The three glass beads in the focal group of this necklace are vintage lampwork glass, and have peacock blue hearts encased in clear glass with fluted surfaces.The beadcaps and accent beads are Indonesian sterling silver.I've flanked the focal group with... .. |
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Vintage Vermeil Chalcedony and Pearl Plaque, Double Tassle Necklace |
| | The focal point of this unique beauty is the 33 x 24mm silver vermeil plaque, which was made in Hungary about a century ago. It is set with a gorgeous rectangle of deep green chalcedony surrounded by a quartet of... .. |
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Vintage West German Art Deco Green Glass 2-Hole Bead and Austrian Navy Crystal Bracelet |
| | These moulded glass 2-hole beads were made in West Germany just after WWII. I've tried my best to think of a fancier name for the colour, but honesty has won out: they are pea green. And they look simply grand... .. |
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Vintage West German Pink and Lilac Molded Glass Victorian Style Pendant Necklace |
| | Beautiful vintage West German moulded glass beads and pendant in shades of soft pink and lilac combine to make this charming Victorian-inspired necklace.It measures about 18-1/2" long, with the pendant dangling approximately 3-1/2" below the 50-plus year old stamped brass... .. |
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Wedgewood Green Floral Cameo Brooch |
| | The 40 x 30mm cabochon is actually acryllic, but it is the exact colour and texture of Wedgewood's green creamic compound.Really, the only "give-away" that this is not really Wedgewood is that it is so very light weight.I've framed it... .. |
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YEAR OF THE OX: Pewter Chinese Symbol and Rhyolite Pendant Necklace |
| | The Chinese symbol for ‘Ox,’ worked in lead- and antimony-free pewter, is a stunning inspiration piece for this innovative necklace. I’ve suspended it from polished round rhyolite beads and pewter spacers to make a pendant that falls 2 inches below... .. |
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AUTUMN HANDBAG: Hand Painted, Hand Beaded, Hard Plastic Falling Leaves Motif |
| | It's painted a lovely plum colour.Against this lush background a variety of autumn leaves drift toward the ground.This charming little handbag is 4" tall by 6" wide by 2-5/8" deep when it's closed.It's securely coated with two layers of glittering... .. |
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BEAM ME UP HANDBAG: Hand Painted, Hand Beaded Hard Plastic Space Motif |
| | This charming little handbag is 4" tall by 6" wide by 2-5/8" deep when it's closed.It's painted a fathomless blue-black colour.Against this background a variety of stars and planets do their celestial dance.They're securely coated with two layers of glittering... .. |
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BRASS BAND HANDBAG: Hand Painted, Hand Beaded, Hard Plastic Music Motif |
| | It's painted a deep midnight blue.Against this rich background musical instruments, notes, and the odd treble clef dance to a rhythm all their own.This charming little handbag is 4" tall by 6" wide by 2-5/8" deep when it's closed.They're securely... .. |
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Bright Provencal Print Handbag with Vintage Czech Glass 'Jewels': A Little Bit Country, A Little Bit Rock 'n Roll |
| | The colours in the fabric simply scream French country chic: sunshine gold, sapphire, ruby and plum, teal and grass green.There's added glitz by way of round glass pieces in various colours and pale apricot coloured teardrops, all of which were... .. |
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COLOURFUL LEAVES HANDBAG: Embroidered Needlewoven Leaves on Oval Bag |
| | Green on its face with black sides and back, this oval bag measures about 8 inches long by 5 inches wide by 2 inches deep. I've added five needlewoven leaves in autumn colours and a garland of deep brown Swarovski... .. |
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ELEPHANT WALK: Deep Red Shoulder Bag with Antiqued Bone Embellishments |
| | The rich red fabric of the purse makes the antiqued bone elephants really POP! The bag measures about 7-1/2" x 8" flat, with the flap closed. The outside of the flap is embellished with a trio of playful pachyderms walking... .. |
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FERN DELL HANDBAG: Hand Painted, Hand Beaded Hard Plastic Butterfly Motif |
| | It's painted with green hills and a sapphire blue sky.Against this lush background butterflies flit and flitter above waving ferns.This charming little handbag is 4" tall by 6" wide by 2-5/8" deep when it's closed.They're securely coated with two layers... .. |
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FIREWORKS: Burgundy and Silver Velvet Roll Bag with Lucite Bead Handles |
| | Here's a stunning little bag with more dazzle than an Independence Day grand finale. The burgundy velvet is printed with bursts of metallic silver. I've added matching silver trim, plus handles of vintage Lucite beads. The interior is lined with... .. |
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Hand Beaded and Painted Gecko on Canvas Beach Bag |
| | I've painted Mr. Gecko in shades of rust and khaki, which show up beautifully against the natural colour of the canvas tote. Not content with merely painting the lad, I've further bedizened him with black and root beer coloured bugle... .. |
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Hand-Beaded and -Painted Chrysanthemum Canvas Cell Phone Tote |
| | Here's a cute way to carry a cell phone or other small items to the beach or on a picnic. It's a sturdy canvas tote, rough 5-1/2 wide by 4-3/4" tall. It has a pair of heavy webbed handles, all... .. |
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Hand-Beaded and -Painted Grapevine Canvas Cell Phone Tote |
| | Here's a cute way to carry a cell phone or other small items to the beach or on a picnic. It's a sturdy canvas tote, rough 5-1/2 wide by 4-3/4" tall. It has a pair of heavy webbed handles, all... .. |
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IT'S A GIFT SHOULDER BAG: Emerald and Black Taffeta Plaid Gift Box Shaped Bag with Long Glass Bead Strap |
| | The super-shiney black and emerald plaid taffeta I've used to make this bag looks for all the world like gift wrap. It enhances the illusion of the hand bag's shape: a 5" square by 6" tall gift box. The lid... .. |
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IT'S IN THE BLOOMIN' BAG: Drawstring Flowerpot Handbag with Beaded Ribbon Roses |
| | Here's the first of our soft beaded handbags.I've sewn this one in the shape of a flowerpot with tendrils of ivy growing up out of it, and added a trio of ribbon roses whose petals and leaves I've beaded.The bag... .. |
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ON THE BEACH HANDBAG: Hand Painted, Hand Beaded, Hard Plastic Beach Motif |
| | It's painted the colour of golden sand.Against this warm background a variety of shells and sea critters caper among stately sand castles.This charming little handbag is 4" tall by 6" wide by 2-5/8" deep when it's closed.They're all securely coated... .. |
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POOCH POUCH: The Perfect Dog Walking Accessory |
| | When walking your dog, you often end up with your pockets stuffed full of dog treats, plastic bags, and puppy-waste retrieval devices. NOT much of a fashion statement, nor is it terribly convenient for you to retrieve the wanted item.... .. |
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| Beautiful handcrafted bracelet, necklace and earrings jewelry sets by Sparkle Plenty Fine Beaded Jewellery. Shop online for unique and unsual indie designer jewelry gifts. Our boutique jewellery is created from the finest materials. .. |
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Aqua and Jonquil Crystal Haskell Pendant Necklace and Earrings Set |
| | The necklace's focal bead is a double-drilled pale yellow pressed glass oval made for the famous jewellery designer, Miriam Haskell.I've added aqua and pale yellow faceted beads and drops, plus LOTS of pewter accents to make a strand about 21"... .. |
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Arogonite and Dark Green Aventurine Choker and Earrings Set |
| | Creamy yellow aragonite beads team up with dramatic dark green aventurine to make a rich, elegant necklace and earrings set. The luxurious look is completed by the shiny, lacy, gold plate bead caps and spacers. The necklace is a chic... .. |
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BEAUTIFUL BLUE NECKLACE AND EARRINGS SET: Bermuda Blue Swarovski Crystal Beads and Pendants |
| | Swarovski Crystal's Bermuda blue effects colour flashes deep blues and spectacular greens in the teardrops and bicone beads in this lovely set. There are also pale green glass pearls and cobalt seed beads to set off the crystal beads to... .. |
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BUDS OF MAY NECKLACE AND EARRINGS SET: Coral Coloured Swarovski Crystal and Green Glass Leaves |
| | Shimmering green glass leaves are ribbed just like the real things, and vary in colour, size and shape, too. They're a perfect backdrop for 3mm Swarovski Crystal coral bicone beads dangling down their fronts. Together they form a pendant that... .. |
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CARIBBEAN HOLIDAY BRACELET AND EARRINGS SET: Summer Colours in Vintage and Contemporary Swarovski Crystal Beads |
| | Contemporary Swarovski crystal sunny orange buttons and Caribbean blue opal beads combine with vintage peridot crystal flowers to make this spectacular bracelet and earrings set.The bracelet measures 7-3/4" long and closes with a 14kt gold fill safety clasp. The earrings... .. |
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CARMEN MURANO GLASS NECKLACE AND EARRINGS SET: Crimson Red, Jet Black and Copper |
| | The deepest, richest red imaginable make these hollow blown glass beads practically vibrate with life. They are banded with jet black and sparkling copper, so I've added black glass accent beads and copper metal findings. The necklace boasts a pendant... .. |
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Carnelian and Sterling Silver Lariat Necklace and Earrings Set |
| | This gorgeous set features three sterling silver oval toggle clasps that I've set with 6mm carnelian stones and converted into earrings and the loop for the lariat.The necklace strand is about 27" long, and the longer of the two dangles... .. |
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CINNAMON AND NUTMEG NECKLACE AND EARRINGS SET: Cubic Zirconia Beads and Pendants |
| | The pendants are sizzling redhot, Hot HOT cinnamon-coloured cubic zironia. There are matching beads in the 18" strand, too. Also in the strand are laser-cut crystal from the Czech Republic, plus Swarovski topaz crystal bicones. The strand closes with an... .. |
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COLOUR COMMITMENT NECKLACE AND EARRINGS SET: Black Onyx and Seed Bead Pizzazz |
| | Peacock blue and fuchsia seed beads wend glimmering trails through canyons of polished black onyx in this exceptional necklace and earrings set. The black onyx stations are slightly torqued squares with centre openings. The silver-lined seed beads wander through them... .. |
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CORAL, GOLD AND PALE GREEN DAISIES NECKLACE AND EARRINGS SET: Handpainted Frosty Peach Floran Pendants and Swarovski Crystal |
| | The lovely lightweight resin pendants are handpainted with coral, gold and pale green daisies.The paint has a faint metallic sheen to it that glows bewitchingly against the luster of the frosty peach background.The necklace pendant measures about 1-1/2" by 1-1/2",... .. |
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DARK SHADOWS NECKLACE AND EARRINGS SET: Kambaba Jasper and Black Jasper |
| | Like the dark shadows in the rainforest, kambaba jasper is full of mysterious swirls of black, gry and dark green.I've used two shapes of flattened ovals, plus faceted round beads in this set. Offsetting the highly polished kambaba jasper are... .. |
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Deep Red and Jet Black Dichroic Glass Wound Bead Necklace and Earrings Set |
| | Here is the very last word is sparkle: dichroic glass wound beads in deep red and jet black.They glitter like nothing on earth!They are the work of Paula Radke, arguably the foremost artist in the field of dichroic glass today.There... .. |
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Faceted Dark Green Goldstone Long Necklace and Drop Earrings Set |
| | Goldstone is actually a manmade material in which crushed quartz particles are incorporated into molten glass; the copper particles in the quartz remain when the glass cools in the bead moulds and give the beads their distinctive sparkle.In this necklace,... .. |
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FALLING LEAVES CLOISONNE NECKLACE AND EARRINGS SET: Flame and Topaz on Royal Blue Background |
| | These cloisonne pendants have the most phenomenal colours: sparkling metallic flame, topaz, and grape against a deep, velvety royal blue. I've added matching glass beads to make a necklace that's roughly 25 inches long, from which hangs a pendant that... .. |
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Fiery Chili Pepper and Green Turmaline Swarovski Crystal Necklace and Earrings Set |
| | This intense and fiery set features one of Swarovski Crystal's newer colours, 'crystal chili pepper.'The only supplier to carry it in this rounded bicone shape calls the colour 'rose gold,' and for good reason.I've the tiniest confession: when Swarovski came... .. |
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FIRE AND SNOW NECKLACE AND EARRINGS SET: Vintage Swarovski Crystal Rhinestone and Enamel Beads |
| | The flame colour Swarovski calls 'hyacinth' is among their most dramatic and intense. Even though its appearance in this set is as the smallest of the beads, it makes its presence felt. The diamante beads are made of brass enameled... .. |
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FISH DINNER CLOISONNE PENDANT NECKLACE AND EARRINGS SET: White and Copper Cats and Fish with Gold and Turquoise Accents |
| | A trio of kitty faces adorn the rectangular cloisonne focal, and seem to be licking their whiskers over the tasty meal dangling below them: three cloisonne fish. I've used the smaller fish in the earrings, teamed up with a pair... .. |
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FRIENDSHIP FOREVER NECKLACE AND EARRINGS SET: Clear and Smokey Quartz Designer Cut Beads |
| | The strand is made of clear and smokey quartz beads cut in 'bow-tie' shapes and nested together so that the shiny, faceted ends of one colour glitter in contrast with the matte-finished bodies of the other.The beads graduate in size... .. |
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GASCONY NECKLACE AND EARRINGS SET: BURGUNDY AND LIGHT OLIVE SWAROVSKI CRYSTAL PENDANTS AND BEADS |
| | The bus sways and bounces along the narrow road, but you scarcely notice, for you're mesmerised by the view out your window: row upon row of vines, the fruit ripening to perfection, the sun glancing off the leaves, shimmering in... .. |
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GOLDEN RIVER NECKLACE AND EARRINGS SET: Gold Foil Venetian Lampwork Beads |
| | The gold-foiled twisted glass beads are hand made in Venice, Italy by artisans who study for years to perfect their craft.Their lampwork beads are individually made over an open flame, and are literally without compare.I've added strands of sparkly golden... .. |
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Graduated Vintage Swarovski Crystal Vitrail Medium Pagoda Beads Necklace and Earrings Set |
| | Pagoda beads are one of the items Swarovski crystal gave up making about 50 years ago because they were so difficult and expensive to manufacture.I've managed not only to put together enough of them to make a nice long necklace... .. |
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Graduated Vintage Swarovski Crystal Volcano Pagoda Beads Necklace and Earrings Set |
| | Pagoda beads are one of the items Swarovski crystal gave up making about 50 years ago because they were so difficult and expensive to manufacture.I've managed not only to put together enough of them to make a nice long necklace... .. |
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GRAN'S JEWEL BOX NECKLACE AND EARRINGS SET: Vintage Fuchsia and Amethyst Lucite Cubes |
| | The bright and delightful lucite cubes are the stars of this show.They were moulded in West Germany in the mid-1950s, at a time and place that thermoset plastic making reached its zenith.Each cube is fuchsia down one quarter and amethyst... .. |
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Hand Beaded Swarovski Crystal Montana Sapphire and Burgundy Crystal Set Filigree Tri-Drop Necklace and Earrings Set |
| | Very innovative, both in styling and in colouration, this set is a knockout!It features lovely square silver tone filigree findings which are set with Swarovski crystal rhinestones in burgundy and Montana sapphire.I've added matching Swarovski round and bicone beads, along... .. |
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HEARTS AND FLOWERS: Rose Image Glass and Polymer Clay Pendants, Red River Stone and Black Jasper Beads Necklace and Earrings Set |
| | A local artist has taken images of roses and sandwiched them between black polymer clay and clear glass to make the necklace focal and earrings pendants in this lovely set. I've added 6mm and 4mm round dyed red river stone... .. |
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Mauve Freshwater Pearls and Vintage Purple Glass Necklace and Earrings Set |
| | These fluted deep purple beads were made in Japan in the early 1950s.I've teamed them up with large mauve freshwater pearls, smaller white freshwater pearls, and LOTS of BRIGHT silver plate accents.The necklace is about 16-1/2" long, and the earrings... .. |
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MEDIEVAL MISS: Polymer Image Pendant Necklace and Earrings Set |
| | Here's another polymer image pendant, this one of a medieval lady all decked out in olde gold against a coral and peacock blue background.The image is sandwiched between a layer of matte black polymer clay and a faceted glass face.I've... .. |
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Necklace and Earrings Set: Gold Foiled Clear, Cobalt and Crimson Murano Glass Stars |
| | Here's an understated way to show your patriotism on Independence Day (or any other time, for that matter): it's a simple 19 inch long strand of shining old gold coloured glass seed beads with triple dangle of three Murano glass... .. |
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Netted Collar and Earring Set with Faceted Rhodochrosite Drops |
| | The dainty rhodochrosite drops are of such high quality that at first I took them for pink sapphires.Luckily the gent from whom I buy is an honest soul, so I avoided a costly error.I've made them the stars of a... .. |
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Pink Crystal Handbags Pendant Necklace and Earrings Set |
| | The pendants in this set are made of glass mixed with a metallic element called terbium. The metal parts are sterling silver, and they feature bright clear rhinestones. I've suspended the 1" wide by 1" long pendant (counting its jointed... .. |
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RASPBERRY DOUBLE FLIP NECKLACE AND EARRINGS SET: Carved, Polished Rhodonite and Cheyenne Stitch Connectors |
| | Raspberry pink rhodonite looks luscious enough to eat. The pendants and beads in this necklace and earrings set are not only polished to smooth perfection, but they've been carved into double spirals that are as beautiful as they are interesting.... .. |
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RAVEN'S WING NECKLACE AND EARRINGS SET: Black Onyx Cabochons and Beads |
| | Mysterious and dramatic, the beads and cabochons in this necklace and earrings set gleam flawless raven black. The pendants are set in old gold clad pewter findings, and the beads are spaced with brass-coloured glass seed beads. The necklace pentant... .. |
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Red and Jet Edwardian Style Enamel and Crystal Pendant Necklace and Earrings Set |
| | The lovely red and black enamel on silver "flower bowl" pendant is vintage, perhaps from the 1930s.I've added a strand of vintage West German jet black and deep red crystal, vintage Czech pressed glass flower beads, and contemporary Czech pale... .. |
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Regal Purple Velvet and Crystal Copper Swarovski Crystal Necklace and Earrings Set |
| | Two of Swarovski Crystal's most majestic colours -- purple velvet and crystal copper -- combine with antique gold coloured components to make a necklace and earrings set fit for a queen.The graduated beads are helix cut.The 8mm ones are flanked... .. |
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Spring Green, Pink and Pale Blue Necklace and Earrings Set |
| | The spring colours in this set are a joy to behold! The light, bright green ovals fairly glow with the exuberance of the new leaves, while the vintage pink opal rounds and pale blue faceted rounds are flower buds about... .. |
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Swarovski Crystal Champagne Heart Pendants and Burgundy Luster Seed Bead Needlelace Collar and Earrings Set |
| | The Intricate needlelace collar is a combination of 3mm and 4mm Swarovski crystal bicone beads and pendants, and Czech glass pearls and seed beads.The base strand, made with glowing bordoux and matte gold seed beads, is about 17" long, and... .. |
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Swarovski Crystal Champagne Hearts Necklace and Earrings Set |
| | This dainty necklace and earrings set features Swarovski crystal heart-shaped pendants in a colour they call "crystal champagne," and which flashes palest gold.The necklace pendant measures approsimately 14 x 14mm.I've used matching crystal champagne Swarovski bicone beads in the strand,... .. |
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Swarovski Crystal Vitrail Light Hearts Necklace and Earrings Set |
| | This dainty necklace and earrings set features Swarovski crystal heart-shaped pendants in a colour they call "vitrail light," and which flashes pale violet and aqua.The necklace pendant measures approsimately 18 x 18mm.I've used violet and aqua Swarovski crystal bicone beads... .. |
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THE FIRST METRO: Sophisticated Violet Swarovski Crystal Necklace and Earrings Set |
| | Here's a set made with Swarovski Crystal's 'metro' pendants: sparingly faceted corner-drilled squares. This set is done in romantic violet, with a 25mm pendant suspended from a 17" strand of matching round and bicone Swarovski crystal beads, spaced with iridescent... .. |
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TURQUOISE AND VIOLET DAISIES NECKLACE AND EARRINGS SET: Handpainted Clear Floran Resin and Swarovski Crystal |
| | The lovely lightweight resin pendants are handpainted with turquoise and violet daisies and pale green leaves.The paint has a faint metallic sheen to it that glows bewitchingly against the crystal clear background. The necklace pendant measures about 1-7/8" by 1-1/4",... .. |
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TURQUOISE, CORAL AND VIOLET BAMBOO NECKLACE AND EARRINGS SET: Handpainted Misty Rose Floran Resin and Swarovski Crystal |
| | The lovely lightweight resin pendants are handpainted with golden bamboo and turquoise, coral and violet leaves.The paint has a faint metallic sheen to it that glows bewitchingly against the luster of the misty rose background. The necklace pendant measures about... .. |
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Victorian Style Emerald Glass and Indonesian Sterling Silver Necklace & Earrings Set |
| | strand.The intricately worked sterling silver has been hand-wrapped around the drop to make an ornate, Victorian-inspired pendant.The strand is about 18" long and features emerald glass bicone beads, sterling silver and pewter accents, and tiny clear seed beads.The drops in... .. |
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Vintage Channel Set Rose Trapezoids and Deco Aqua Crystal Beads Necklace and Earrings Set |
| | These NEAT rose pink channel sets each measure about one inch along their longest sides.I've alternated them with hand-faceted pale aqua 6mm crystal beads, whose angular cuts match the channel sets for art deco styling.Both were made in West Germany... .. |
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Vintage Deep Red and Silver Glitter Lucite and Austrian Crystal Necklace and Earrings Set |
| | The vintage 17mm oval and 8mm round beads are clear lucite with deep red centres, fluted surfaces and a TON of sparkling silver glitter moulded into them.I've flanked each lucite bead with 4mm Swarovski Siam ruby red crystal bicones, and... .. |
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Vintage Edwardian Style Frosty Pink Glass Pendant Necklace & Earrings Set |
| | The utterly charming pendant features a matte pale pink "intaglio" rectangle, with a single tiny clear rhinestone set in the centre.I'm not sure if the pattern in the back has been cut (intaglio) in or moulded, so I won't list... .. |
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Vintage Floral-Set Hyacinth Austrian Crystal Rhinestones Necklace and Earrings Set |
| | When the manufacturer developed this colour, which they call "hyacinth," they took orange to a whole new level.Even to call this "flame" doesn't convey its intensity or wild beauty.In this set, I've bonded vintage Swarovski crystal hyacinth stones -- each... .. |
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Vintage Fluted Blue Green Glass Victorian Style Pendant Necklace and Earrings Set |
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