Last week-end, I indulged in what I called "counter programming." I don't watch sports on TV, so I decided to spend my time finishing up two necklaces and making a new necklace full of vintage jewelry finds (thanks to the inspiration of Deryn Mentock and Ruth Rae).
The first necklace I finished is a black and white beaded necklace I made last summer. As with most of my projects, it is deliberately asymmetrical.
I started my mermaid necklace back when I thought my round robin necklace had gone missing (thankfully, it was found). It sat around for a long time waiting to be finished.
And then, I wanted to make one of those beautiful necklaces full of vintage jewelry and other bits and pieces. My attempt is not as full and rich as the ones Deryn makes (where does she find those incredible vintage jewelry pieces?); but I used what I had and I'm pleased with it.
Here it is again, scanned so that you can see some of the details better.
Lovely designs, mixing up necklaces is a great idea. I really love the mermaid, black and white the perfect combination.
Posted by: Lucy Donaldson | April 15, 2012 at 10:35 AM
Gorgeous jewelry. I especially love the mermaid necklace, but of course I love mermaids. Great job.
Posted by: Elaine Akers | February 14, 2012 at 12:45 PM
Fabulous jewelery...love the feel of them all. Too bad you don't create them to sell... Happy Valentine's Day,
Abby
Posted by: abby lazar | February 14, 2012 at 10:30 AM
Wonderful work Joanne. They are all gorgeous, especially the last one. I think they look just as good, if not better than Deryn's.
Posted by: Kathy McElroy | February 14, 2012 at 10:17 AM
As one who has been lucky enough to see the necklaces in person....they are fabulous!!!
Posted by: Last minute lynn | February 11, 2012 at 11:51 PM
FANTASTIC work!! i'll keep my eyes open for vintage findings for you, i love going to yard sales and fleemarkets
Posted by: nancy donaldson | February 11, 2012 at 07:30 AM
Love your beautiful jewelry! I've enjoyed a great browse-around your blog...now very talented you are my friend! Also love what you did in Photoshop with your lovely daughter and those lovely blue birds! Diann
Posted by: Diann | February 11, 2012 at 03:38 AM
amazing, artistic jewelry! i love them all! i can see deryn's influence for sure but your own eye for detail and whimsey are certainly evident! i especially love the mermaid one - i'm trying to figure out if the "leafy" chain is a bracelet or something else? can't wait to see photos of you wearing them. and i love judy's idea - what fun to add special pieces from friends to what you've already created!
Posted by: Jackie Smith | February 11, 2012 at 01:14 AM
yes yours IS full and rich! It is lovely! love your mermaid too. did you make her?
...and your beaded necklace is exquisite, too!
may have a job the end of march...i'll keep you posted.....
Posted by: connie | February 11, 2012 at 12:26 AM
Oh, Joanne, I love them all, but that last one -- four, five, no, ten star!
Posted by: jeanie | February 10, 2012 at 07:07 PM
Joanne... I love it all but especially the vintage one! What a treasure! You amaze me!
Posted by: Andi Hinkle | February 10, 2012 at 02:06 PM
Your necklaces are incredible, over-the-top wonderful. I am especially loving your vintage necklace. If you bring it with you, I'm sure I can add some goodies to your necklace:-) How's that for a bride to come to NJ?
Posted by: Judy Streger | February 10, 2012 at 02:05 PM
You mean, if I skip tv, I can make more lovelies? Your time was definitely productive.
Posted by: vicki | February 10, 2012 at 01:37 PM