Posts from — April 2009

This is one of my favorite pieces of jewelry and finally got around to snappin a pix of it today. Handmade with sterling silver chain and bead frames.

This look lends itself nicely to using up different sizes of crystals. I must admit (again) that I am a fan of wearing chain pieces because they move around with you.

Chain and frames have been vintage washed, aka oxidized to pull out textures and details.

Enjoy you weekend!

Cynthia

P.S. I am preparing for a bead gig this weekend in Waynesville Ohio. If you're local, click this link for some hands on shopping.

GOOD STUFF, GREAT PRICES!!

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I guess by now you've noticed that we really like designing with chain. As we've indicated before, chain, whether it's hot or not is a very versatile element in jewelry composition.

But For Now.. Vintage and Antique Styles are all the Rage!

And these two chains below meet all the criteria for great looking versatile chain oozing with old world charm.

Antique Brass Chain #25

NEW! Russian Gold Chain #13

Here's 3 reasons why this chain is a keeper.

1. Soldered Links… Critical for chain extensions and loading lots of charms and beads, nothing slips through
2. Textured… Shows off the vintage wash with a nice matte like finish
3. Larger and heavier links... Great for Charm Bracelet because it can handle some weight

So if your looking for a new chain to boost your creativity, it makes sense to be picky and invest in the quality chain.

More Great News….We expect this cable chain to arrive in more of your favorite finishes like antique silver, antique copper, gunmetal and 24 kt gold in the very near future.

Stay Tuned,

Cynthia,

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I really love it when new components come in. I especially love when these components are easy to use and great things can be made with only small amounts of effort. 

Pictured here are 14k gold filled long ball end earwires , then a long kidney earwires and featured in the center are delicate cutie circle earwires.

Here' s a detail of earrings I just made today using the new circle ball end earwire..

Added a cognac cubic zirconia link in sterling silver to the earwire and then half wrapped a freshwater pearl. The two tone metals keeps it fresh and can match many things. Also, pretty enough for special occasions.

I'll be posting about some new chain in a couple of days.

See ya then

Cynthia

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It just doesn't get any easier.

1.Choose your favorite sterling silver earwires; kidney style, french hooks, long ball end earwires as shown above or even interchangeable leverbacks.

2. Slip these high polished discs right into open ring or notch of earwire.

3. Gently close ring of the earwire.

VOILA!! you have a great pair of modern, ready to wear earrings that look like big bucks and match most outfits in your closet. 

Lookin great while keeping it simple!

All the best,

Cynthia

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Like this idea then click these links for other simple earring ideas.

• http://ohiobeads.com/blog/2008/09/24/add-some-sparkle-to-your-gift-givingpart-ii/
• http://ohiobeads.com/blog/2008/10/03/think-pink-earring-making-supplies/

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