Handmade beaded jewelry creates a personal style that can be calming, seductive or festive. Jewelry is made to create a sense of atmosphere and ambiance. Nothing does this better than the handmade onyx and wooden beaded necklace. www.giftedhands.us/products/onyx-and-wood-beaded-necklace/ The combination of the marbled wooden beads and the onyx gemstones announces a love of nature?s beauty. […]
Pearl Lariat Necklace
This pearl lariat necklace was handmade with natural pink and green pearls. Its 37½ inch length creates a casually elegant style. The pairing of oval and button shaped pearls highlights the beautiful sparkle of the green Swarovski crystals throughout the strand. The shimmer of the pearls and shine of the crystals show a deep appreciation […]
Handmade Beaded Jewelry
These handmade beaded earrings are reminiscent of a warm, relaxing day spent on the beach or at the side of a pool with a nice tall cool drink in hand. Peace, calm, serene moments spent reflecting life and self. As with most handmade beaded jewelry, this set echoes the passion and poise for life. The […]
Torquoise
Turquoise has a definitive history in many cultures of our world today. It has been mined worldwide for over 3000 years. The cultures of China, the Middle East, the Americas, Sinai and Egypt have all valued this stone. This gemstone has been used to signify wealth and status worldwide by ruling classes of numerous civilizations. […]
Onyx Necklace
This onyx necklace creates a sense of mystery and romanticism to any outfit. Whether it’s for a night on the town or a quiet evening at home, this handmade necklace was made to accent the mood. The beautifully subtle combination of Swarovski crystals and onyx beads draws attention. The simplicity is lost in its class, […]
January Gemstone
For all you January babies your birthstone is Garnet. The garnet at its best is a deep, rich red or purple-red although they come in practically every color except blue. They range from pale orange to dark red and violet. Early scientists named the stone from the Latin granatus, which means “seed like,” because garnet […]

Seeing Red
In my mind I’m seeing lots of red lately. All different size and shades and shapes of red beads. Red is also my favorite color. Besides that, when I start seeing RED I know Valentines Day is near. See my latest additions to my website for this holiday.
Winter Jewelry 2012 Christmas Trends
Jewelry lovers and designers, let me know what you hear and think about this seasons styles. I hear this Christmas the ladies will have available to them fabulous stones, large pieces, deep rich colors, and lots of shapes.
November’s Gemstone
NOVEMBER BABIES DID YOU KNOW November’s gemstone, Citrine, is as warm as a Van Gogh painting of sunflowers. The name Citrine comes from an old French word, “citrin”, meaning lemon. One of the more rare forms of quartz, this gemstone ranges in color from the palest yellow to a dark amber named Madeira because of […]
2012 Fall Jewelry Trends
Since Fall is here lets take a peek at whats coming for Fall 2012. Earthy colors, neutrals and flesh tones will be showing up in stores and boutiques. I’m hearing the feather trend is on it’s way out but you will still see some unique and interesting feather designs. Metal feathers will be around. Look […]