Monday 28 February 2011

Handmade Monday

Wasn't able to take part last week, but am back participating in Handmade Monday over at 1st Unique Gifts. Please pop over to Wendy's blog and have a read of all the other blogs taking part and see some of the fabulous work that has been created this week :)

I've been pretty busy this week and not had much time for jewellery, however I did have a go at a couple of things that are not normally my style. I love working with sterling silver and gemstones, but thought I'd have a rummage through my stash again and try my hand at some different styles.

Firstly I made this lovely necklace using some old pink and metal beads I had lying around, finished off with some beautiful stripey ribbon I found. I've never used ribbon in a piece before and am very happy with the final look of the piece - will be lovely for spring/summer!



The second piece I made was a two strand bracelet with freshwater pearls and Czech beads. I love the rose clasp on this which I bought ages ago and completely forgot I had! I think this looks quite vintage and hopefully it'll sell :)



I've got a few projects on at the moment with commissions and restringing for a colleague, but hope to have some more pieces to show later in the week.

Also I today ordered the centre piece of my planned 50 follower giveaway competition which will soon be launched - keep your eyes peeled for more information coming soon :)

Thanks for reading x

14 comments:

  1. The bracelet is very stylish. I have to agree that the rose clasp is lovely. Thanks for sharing these makes with us!

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  2. The ribbon works really well. Ive used ribbon a couple of times too :)
    I love the bracelet its really pretty and should most definately sell :) looking forward to seeing the centre piece x

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  3. Lovely bracelet, very pretty. Hugs Sue x

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  4. Hello! from your newest follower. Your blog looks really clean cut and smart as does your jewellery.

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  5. Beautiful creations and I love ribbons in jewellery

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  6. Another fan of the bracelet here. I also love ribbons in jewellery x

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  7. Love that bracelet!

    Thanks for popping over and taking part in Handmade Monday again! xx

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  8. Oh wow, that's really pretty! I love those things put on ribbon, they really do look vintage. Great work.

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  9. The ribbon works well and the piece is really pretty. Well done you

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  10. Thanks so much for the lovely comments :) x

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  11. The bracelet does it for me. I love the clasp, well done.

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  12. Hello Stacey, following you from handmade Monday :) lovely work, I love pearls, they're just so nice, girly and dainty :) keep it up!xx

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  13. Hi I can only echo the comments made earlier what a beautiful piece!!! look forward to seeing more things :o)

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