Wednesday, May 4, 2011

Of Pearl Bridal Jewelry and Lightening

Sometimes inspiration strikes at very odd times... like in the middle of the night.  BUT it usually ends up being a great design.  

This was the case with this pearl necklace.  I made the turquoise and copper pearl bracelet using 6mm pearls a while back and "filled" my beaded netting.  I experimented using different size pearls to create a beaded bead.  And voila... it work out! YEAH!

So what do I do with a beaded bead... well I make another one of course.  Because if one is good, two is better.

Then both beads sit side by side on my beading mat until I was struck with inspiration lightening again.  Which I was (side note: that's why my hair is curly).  So I finished this piece with a double strand of pearls in the front with the largest centering the strands and graduating to smaller pearls at the edges. 

I finished the necklace with single strands of pearls and a toggle clasp.  Perfect for the classic romantic bride.  If you are a bride and this is your dream necklace e-mail me designsbydawnmd@gmail.com.  It is for sale and I'd be happy to make matching earrings.  Pearl Bridal Jewelry is a classic design, by adding crystals or beaded beads it's the perfect blend of traditional with contemporary.

Hope your day is filled with love!
{Hugs!}

9 comments:

Lori said...

Wowser-- I am still In love!! Everytime I see the pictures I just melt- These are beyond superb Dawn..You outdid yourself!

The Ortegas said...

Makes me wish I was getting married!!!

TesoriTrovati said...

Makes me want to get married all over again (of course to the same man!). Enjoy the day!
Erin

Juli Cannon said...

Well, while I really really really dig your necklace...I can't go so far as to say it makes me wanna get married again.

That being said, I'd rock that baby anywhere and everywhere. Love!

Unknown said...

Ditto!

Pat Haight said...

Totally GORGEOUS!

Dawn Doucette said...

Awww, shucks... y'all are making me blush. Thanks so very much for your kind words. You're all such talented artisans in your artistic mediums... I feel so humbled to receive such kindness from each of you!

{Hugs!}

slmpetersen said...

Now those are pearls I would have worn on my wedding day, almost 4 years ago!

Azure Accessories said...

Gorgeous Dawn...your beaded beads add a very special touch to the pearls! I love pearls...all colors, all designs.
Cheers

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