From the deeps...

 "Kraken's Lair"

(Necklace)  Price: $60.00 SOLD 

 I had a lot of fun with this necklace. Combinations of contemporary findings from different collections with the large octopus at the center of the focal include mermaid tails, tiny gold starfish and and gold filigree medallions to lend a 'pirate treasure' theme to it. I really like the chain threaded through the tentacles, awash with fresh water pearls. I really liked the silver/gold combination as it lent a level of 'lux' to the overall effect. And let me tell you, those fresh water pearls were a complete pain to thread on the metal posts. I was still learning about different thicknesses of wire available at that time, and I spent a lot of time auguring the holes bigger with a metal awl. My fingertips were a bit hurty for a day or so afterward. The dark pearls are a lush teal, and the white ones lend a nice contrast. I wish it was a better photo because this one doesn't do the reality any justice. Meanwhile, I sort of have a photo of the matching Mermaid Tail earrings below.

 

"Mermaid Tails"

(Earrings)  Price: $ 20.00  SOLD

 

One thing about my bling prices is that it all depends on value, vintage, and rarity. I use glass beads, some of them vintage and imported, like Murano or Venetian hand worked glass. Others are semi-precious stones like Malachite, Freshwater Pearls, Fluorite, Amethyst, Garnet, Jasper, Jade, Onyx, Shell, etc. Contemporary findings will cost less than vintage or real stones, et al. 

 

Anyway, thanks for stopping by,

Cheers,

Marianne