Janet of All Trades

I had been traveling most of the month of September and the one trend that is popular everywhere is braided and beaded bracelets. Like theses from Nialaya  braided bracelet with Skull beads that are handmade in Hollywood. A Shambala style with a stylish clasp. Our this Lovely Beaded Bracelet from the from Silorama  for Wimbledon that looks like mini Tennis balls. I love this braided and chain bracelet from Aureli Bidermann , not only for the color but the paper clip closure!  And lastly, my find and purchase at the beach for $.98 each! Braided bling.. I don't think I could make it them for less! But I might try! Enjoy!

It's been so unseasonably warm this weekend that it is difficult not to start gardening or cleaning up outside, but it is only March. I decided to use this warm sunny day to take numerous photos of the jewelry I have working on and hopefully can sell some day. For a few I used these antique papers that were intended to be used in card making long ago. Pretty Spring flowers that would be interesting as pendants. Here is my first attempt.  I love the flower and paper combination. Perfect for Spring.. Or for Summer.  I felt I need to make a few more and one I will show at a later date since it was not photo ready. But this one made from discarded maps came out lovely. Too bad it is past St Patrick's day since this would have been perfect! Just a litte Paper,Bead and Chain! Enjoy!