lampbead inspiration

 awhile ago i found some wonderful lampbeads at the john bead outlet

i finally got a chance to use them

 and as always one thing leads to several more!

one pattern, three ways

so simple and so addictive!

i couldn't stop at one!

more on the way

making it big, necklace that is

not long ago,

john bead outlet had a sale on these wonderful bezels

buy 2 get 10 free

its always good to have a stash on hand 

for when an idea hits you

i also pick ups a variety of crosses at bead dynasty

going through my stash i also found some acrylic flowers

which look great with the necklace below

more skull jewelry

as always, one thing leads to another and another

i enjoyed the last 2 necklaces so much and had some leftover

skulls and just had to make more

searching through my stash i found a fun skull cameo and lava beads

combined with red pearls and metal  

i like the look

(below)

i also found a cross which i filled with resin clay

 and added some howlite and turquoise

what to do with a mixed bag of beads

on my last visit to the john bead outlet 

i found these mixed bags of beads for only $7.68

it didn't take long before i designed several necklaces

and have ideas for a few more,

just hope they have some left if stock 

driftwood jewelry , part 3

now i'm addicted! 

driftwood jewelry

switching things up a bit

a few years ago i collected at ton of driftwood

and finally got a chance to set it all out and 

find just the right pieces to create some wonderful pieces

above, some red coral with pearls

below , using abalone shells, wire , beads and pearls

pearl and howlite necklace

i've been enjoying working with howlite

i like the irregular shapes and the contrast with the pearls

mixed bags of beads

 with so many beads in my stash its still nice to have some pick out a selection for you

Laura, at the John Bead Outlet has a great eye for this and makes some great mixed bags

and once in a while i get lucky enough to be there at the right time and score a few

above, a combo of pearls and wood beads

(i threw in the smaller ones)

and below, a combination i would have never have picked out

but something appealed to me when i saw it so .........

since they where both on sale for 50% off 

why not try them both

shells and pearls and beads, oh my!

 reorganizing my jewelry stash to make way for some new supplies

i came across some shells i thought i should finally make something with

after a bit of "play" i came up with several ideas

 and of course ,

one thing always leads to another 

 and another

shell necklace part two

 

since my october post of my shell and pearl necklace

i've worked on a few more versions

i can't decide which one i like best 

 

the shell leaves i found at the john bead outlet

 reminded me of wings

so i expanded on the last few ideas

this one just took on a life of its own

i think it would be great for a champagne color wedding 

shell and pearl necklace

having fun using up my leftover shells

now I want more!!

 

spiral necklace

 my last visit to the john bead outlet sale

I picked up some interesting shaped

shell/pearl beads

i just started adding in any beads i thought would look good

a little wire and easy peasy

a pendant necklace is done

valentine necklace

going through my stash of beads i found this mixed bag

i purchased at the john bead outlet before chrismas

they had a fantastic 80% off sale 

it was a great time to stock up on a few supplies

the pearls where the best deal

wire and pearl necklace

 sometimes a simple idea , multiplied , can make something beautiful

all it took was some inspiration at the john bead outlet store

(vintage pearls on sale)

some 26 gauge wire and a crochet hook

creating  over 30 strands measuring 12-15 inches in length

all together i'm happy with the finished necklace

 



also found at the outlet (below)

pre- knotted pearls  (only .75 cents each) with metal crimps on each end

in a few minutes , using a metal choker and pliers,

I finished this necklace and matching earrings for under $10