While I was traveling in Thailand I bought a number of beautiful beads and stones (inspired by Muhsine) I was determined to start making my own exotic necklaces. I even went as far as ordering a jewelry making kit from e-bay complete with pliers and all manner of hooks I had no idea how to use. As with most of my good intentions, however, these all ended up in the back of a draw...
Coming home last night in a foul mood (weather, work, bf were all out to get me.. sniff sniff) I was looking forward to curling up on the sofa and enjoying a quiet evening of mindless TV. Hours later the boredom had kicked in and I decided it was time to do something a bit more creative!
This is the first necklace I have ever made, and I just wish I had stopped being lazy earlier. It was fun to do, didn't take very long and I absolutely love it! I believe the blue beads are turquoise and the red ones are made of coral (this is what I was told at the time, but my Thai isn't exactly good and neither was the English of the lady who sold it to me). I am planning to make another one this weekend from rose quartz mixed with jade.
If you ever have the chance to buy some beads and make your own jewelry I would highly recommend it as you can make wonderful pieces at a fraction of the price!
What do you guys think of my first effort? It means so much more when you design and make it yourself doesn't it? xxx
Looks gorgeous! I like to knit hats and i agree, it always feels great to wear something you made yourself. You can make lovely gifts for your friends now too, something handmade is always more special i think :) I bought a jewllery making kit once too but i didnt get very far with it, i couldnt work out how to attach the wire thread to the clasps- regular knots didnt seem to work. Did you find any good websites or tutorials to help you out with your necklace?
ReplyDeleteLove your hair in this pic! And of course, gorgeous necklace!
ReplyDeleteit's beautiful, your hair looks lovely and sleek!x
ReplyDeletei love it! it's really cute and i've never seen anything similar! very unique :)
ReplyDeletei love the necklace! will have to try and make my own =). you look gorgeous btw ^__* XO
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful!! You should be really proud, it's gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous necklace!...if you have the time, please do a tutorial on how you made it...would be curious to watch that...
ReplyDeletelove it!!!
ReplyDeleteThe necklace is gorgeous, It makes me want to try making my own x
ReplyDeleteSo pretty!
ReplyDeleteI love it! I would buy that necklace at a store in a heartbeat. The color combination, and the shape of the necklace is beautiful. You've inspired me... I may have to drag my hubby to the bead shop soon! :)
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