Rhodocrosite Pendant Necklace

On February 5, 2012 By

This piece of rhodochrosite set in silver was another one of my finds from Beads, Etc. in South Lake Tahoe, California last November. The bands of deep rose, grey and charcoal caught my eye and the bail seemed ample for accommodating a kumihimo braid. (The fact that it was on sale at the time made [...]

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Agate Pendant Necklace

On January 23, 2012 By

The polished agate pendant I used in this necklace was my favorite find from Beads, Etc. in South Lake Tahoe, California last November. I was concerned because the hole in the pendant is quite small for a kumihimo necklace, but I couldn’t leave the store without it. I love the way the artist allowed the [...]

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I am spending this week with family and friends to celebrate the Christmas and New Year holidays, so there is nothing new to share from my workroom. I’m sharing photos of older projects for you to enjoy until I return in 2012.

May you enjoy an abundance of peace and happiness with [...]

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Too-Subtle Kongoh Necklace

On December 18, 2011 By

This project is evidence that braids have a way of turning out quite differently than you expect them to. Although it is almost impossible to see, it was made with two different colors of Imposter rayon – #11 Natural and #14 White – arranged to create a pattern of white diamonds on a neutral ground [...]

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